The DJ Force X Podcast

Barnaby Whattingham
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The DJ Force X Podcast brings raw, honest conversations with artists across alt‑rock, metal, punk, hardcore, EDM and the wider underground. Hosted by UK nu‑metal pioneer Barnaby Whattingham (DJ Force X), the show dives into creativity, touring, production and the realities of modern music. New episodes weekly. Follow @djforcex for updates and exclusives.

  1. Drowning Pool | CJ Pierce on 'Sinner' at 25, Download Festival & UK Tour | DJ Force X Podcast EP 345

    5d ago

    Drowning Pool | CJ Pierce on 'Sinner' at 25, Download Festival & UK Tour | DJ Force X Podcast EP 345

    Drowning Pool guitarist CJ Pierce joins Barnaby on The DJ Force X Podcast for a deep‑dive conversation celebrating the 25th anniversary of Sinner — the album that helped define a generation of heavy music. With the band returning to the UK and Europe this June for a full‑album anniversary tour, CJ talks legacy, evolution, and why Sinner still hits as hard today as it did in 2001.CJ reveals exclusive details about the limited‑edition smoky‑purple vinyl reissue (only 500 copies), complete with bonus tracks including the Triple X remix and the Rob Zombie collaboration Man Without Fear — even showing Barnaby the very first copy on camera, complete with a paper‑cut bloodstain from opening it (“Paper cut… that’s good luck right there” ).The conversation also covers Drowning Pool’s resurgence with a new generation — from the Offset & JID “Bodies” sample and their live performance together on Jimmy Fallon (“we plugged in and played… it was awesome” ) to their collaboration with Sorry X, and even an unexpected EDM twist thanks to Sophie Tucker’s dance remix now closing their live sets.CJ also teases progress on the new Drowning Pool album, written by the original core trio during Ryan McCombs’ soil‑tour downtime (“all this music started coming out… nothing’s forced” ).Plus: tour stories, nu‑metal nostalgia, baggy jeans, vinyl collecting, electrical‑work zen, and CJ’s three pivotal albums that shaped his life.If you’re catching Drowning Pool at Download Festival, Frome, Bexhill, Cardiff, Guildford, or the EU dates — this episode is the perfect warm‑up.

    35 min
  2. Mercers | The Liminal Tapes & A Fresh Creative Identity | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 344

    May 23

    Mercers | The Liminal Tapes & A Fresh Creative Identity | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 344

    In this episode of The DJ Force X Podcast, DJ Force X connects with  @Mercersband  , the new alternative rock band formed from the long‑running creative partnership behind Fony. Vocalist Ollie and guitarist/producer Phil dive deep into the origins of Mercers, the emotional and creative fallout from their Phony years, and how their debut EP The Liminal Tapes became both a purge and a rebirth. The band discuss rediscovering their love for music after burnout, the realities of ageing as musicians, the pressures of the industry, and the catharsis of finally reclaiming their sound. They also break down their politically charged new single 'Cleanse / Repeat', exploring themes of global conflict, Western complicity, and the collapse of democratic values.A raw, honest, and often funny conversation about creativity, identity, politics, and the long road back to making music that feels true. Olly has also asked if you enjoyed the podcast and would love to support those not as fortunate as us then please donate to https://chooselove.org charity. ❤️

    1h 20m
  3. SELF DECEPTION | Break Down The New Album One Of Us & Download Festival | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 343

    May 16

    SELF DECEPTION | Break Down The New Album One Of Us & Download Festival | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 343

    In this episode, Barnaby sits down with Andreas Clark of SELF DECEPTION to explore the band’s journey from their early days on Swedish music forums to releasing their Napalm Records debut One Of Us. Andreas opens up about writing on tour, the emotional core of the album, the story behind tracks like ONE OF US, TIME’S UP, THE WEDDING, and DON’T B E L O N G, and the importance of talking openly about mental health. They also discuss the band’s upcoming festival season, including their appearance at Download Festival, and Andreas shares the three pivotal records that shaped him as an artist. A powerful, honest, and energetic conversation with one of Sweden’s most exciting modern rock bands.

    35 min
  4. Cober Mouth | CESSPIT & UK Metalcore’s Next Wave | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 342

    May 13

    Cober Mouth | CESSPIT & UK Metalcore’s Next Wave | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 342

    DJ Force X chats with UK metalcore trio Cobra Mouth about their new single “Cesspit”, the chaotic feedback‑driven writing process, and the lyrical themes of panic and drowning. They discuss their Cornwall roots, the explosive growth of their DIY Homecoming Festival, and landing major festival slots including Nordsig and Sanctum Fest. A deep dive into modern metalcore, scene‑building, and pushing heaviness to the limit. www.cobermouth.uk

    1h 2m
  5. Emily Wolfe | Lips, Jesse Hughes, Yungblud & Her New Era of Rock | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 341

    May 9

    Emily Wolfe | Lips, Jesse Hughes, Yungblud & Her New Era of Rock | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 341

    Austin guitarist and songwriter Emily Wolfe joins the show to talk about her new single “Lips” featuring Jesse Hughes of Eagles of Death Metal. We get into how the collaboration came together, her creative evolution, her partnership with Gibson/Epiphone, and the shift from albums to single‑driven releases. Emily also shares stories from her early musical life, her upcoming tour dates with YUNGBLUD and The Warning, and the three pivotal records that shaped her as an artist — from The Temptations to Dashboard Confessional to Deftones. A conversation full of honesty, humour, guitar talk, and real insight into the life of a modern rock artist. Listen to “Lips”: https://ffm.to/emilylips More from Emily: https://www.emilywolfemusic.com/

    26 min
  6. The Meffs | New Music, New Era & Hitting the Road with Joan Jett | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 340

    May 2

    The Meffs | New Music, New Era & Hitting the Road with Joan Jett | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 340

    In this episode, Lily from The Meffs talk all things Business — their explosive new album and its lead single that takes aim at identity, pressure, and the chaos of modern life. We get into the writing, the politics, the vulnerability behind the noise, and how a two‑piece can sound like a full‑scale riot. We also chat about their newly announced tour with Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, life on the road, and what’s coming next for one of the UK’s most exciting bands.

    34 min
  7. WREX | The Making of SADWORLD & Their Biggest Year Yet! | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 339

    Apr 25

    WREX | The Making of SADWORLD & Their Biggest Year Yet! | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 339

    The video version of our full conversation with WREX — complete with stories from the road, behind‑the‑scenes insights into the making of Sad World, and the band’s journey from Brighton shows to Bloodstock Festival. Mae and George return and talk openly about creative evolution, modular lineups, burnout, collaboration, and the emotional weight behind their new EP. We also explore touring chaos, DIY production, festival announcements, and the community that has grown around the band. If you’re watching on Spotify, you’ll see the full expressions, reactions, and energy that make this conversation special.

    1h 21m
  8. Deadwax | Nu-K EP, Collabs & The Rise of British Nu Metal | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 338

    Apr 18

    Deadwax | Nu-K EP, Collabs & The Rise of British Nu Metal | DJ Force X Podcast Ep 338

    Deadwax join me on the DJ Force X Podcast to dive into their new EP NUK — a release that blends UK nu metal, drum & bass, grime, dubstep and heavy riffs into something genuinely fresh. We get into the making of the EP, how the collaboration came together, and why the UK’s heavy scene is evolving fast. We talk about the Leeds roots of the band, the return of dubstep, the crossover between electronic music and metal, and the artists who shaped their sound. The guys break down tracks like Bang On, Famous Style, Aftershock, Big Man, Frequency and more, plus we look at their upcoming live dates including Dive Festival, Bristol, Brighton, London, 2000 Trees, Burn It Down and more. We also chat about the new wave of British heavy bands — Seething Akira, Blackgold, Profiler, Wrex, Pulveriser and others — and how Deadwax fit into this rising movement. A great conversation with a band pushing boundaries and bringing something new to the UK heavy scene. Deadwax – NUK EP out May 15th.

    1h 2m
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The DJ Force X Podcast brings raw, honest conversations with artists across alt‑rock, metal, punk, hardcore, EDM and the wider underground. Hosted by UK nu‑metal pioneer Barnaby Whattingham (DJ Force X), the show dives into creativity, touring, production and the realities of modern music. New episodes weekly. Follow @djforcex for updates and exclusives.

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  • Creator
    Barnaby Whattingham
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    343
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Barnaby Whattingham
  • Show Website
    The DJ Force X Podcast

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