Best Virgin Music UK Podcasts (2025)

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TNM Awards 2025 4:48:44

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13m ago4:48:44

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Right before Christmas our last bash for 2025 is TNM Awards looking back over the highs and lows, the stories, the icons, the presidents, and the circuses that made the year in rock music what it was: Most Improved Band Song of the Year Worst Song of the Year Hero of the Year Villain of the Year Best New Band Biggest Disappointment Gig of the Year …

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344. ⁠"Be in the present" featuring Lizzie Rose 1:13:07

1h ago1:13:07

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Hey huns! Welcome back to another episode! We’re so excited to kick off the year with our first guest episode, and it had to be family. You’ve definitely heard us mention her before! It’s Jasmine’s bestie, Lizzie! In this episode, Lizzie talks us through her journey to becoming a therapist, what it’s really like working in the NHS, and she kindly s…

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301. Letters of Love 1:26:41

3d ago1:26:41

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Christmas Gift: 2025 at Ally & G Ltd is WRAPPED 1:00:47

7d ago1:00:47

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Ally & G have one last little Christmas treat for the gallies! The girls are reviewing the best (and worst) moments of the year - and there's A LOT to talk about! Plus some exclusive easter eggs about what's coming next year... Want to be a part of the group chat and featured on the pod? Send your voice note to ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wa.me/message/UH4DASEKPFQ…

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TNM Albums of the Year 2025: Round 2 3:41:41

1d ago3:41:41

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Our second go of albums of the year for 2025 with Sam and Mark celebrating records from hair metal to hardcore, and your results for the TNM listener poll as we see who's bringing it home in a year filled with past winners and big dog contenders.By That's Not Metal

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300. Put Me First 1:51:48

6d ago1:51:48

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TNM Albums of the Year 2025: Round 1 3:10:55

10d ago3:10:55

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2025 Album of the Year time begins on That's Not Metal, with our first lists from Perran and Elliot celebrating everything from synth-punk to goth-doom, power-goregrind to jazz-death, post-metal to metalcore, legendary rock icons to grimy dungeon crust bands that this year gave us.By That's Not Metal

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343. Wahl Hair Dryer used to be the truth! 37:08

12d ago37:08

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Hey angels, So sorry this was a short ep lads, vic is a bit worn out this week. This week we get into Vic’s lip eczema journey, why Black Friday isn’t Black Fridaying anymore, and the drama of clearing out old clothes. Jas gives the real talk on knowing when to let them GO. Let us know what you think! Use VICJASCB for 10% off at https://www.current…

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Hyperblasts: A Blast of Bloody Valentine 45:21

26d ago45:21

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This week we've got reports from My Bloody Valentine's first shows since 2018 as we see one of the loudest bands in the world, reaction to Alissa White-Gluz being out of Arch Enemy, and we tell you how to get involved in our 2025 end of year shows. Releases: The Algorithm - Recursive Infinity The Pretty Wild - zero.point.genesis Danko Jones - Leo R…

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299. It Could Never Be Me!? 1:51:10

15d ago1:51:10

1:51:10

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Ouri on 'Daisy Cutter', songs predicting the future, & jumping into the void 35:25

30d ago35:25

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Ouri's latest album, Daisy Cutter, is a release of control, an excavation of inner truths, & an indulgence of sensuality. As always, we dive into the record's themes in depth, & we make sure to nerd out about Imogen Heap & FKA twigs along the way. Find Ouri on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/41gxyJbzbAaChEyrZ9j3rv?si=RCBJvcV6TeKATOOYCHIB1g…

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342. The Danish Deception episode 1:06:53

19d ago1:06:53

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Happy Monday! This week we discuss a topic that was highly requested by our listeners, so we unpack the Danish Deception, a story time that went viral on Tik Tok for perhaps all the wrong reasons... We discuss our thoughts and where we think she went wrong. Please share your thoughts with us, were we too harsh? Use VICJASCB for 10% off at ⁠⁠https:/…

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Vamping at the Disco 2:37:16

1M ago2:37:16

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2025's final reviews is a crazy bag of disco mania with Creeper's Sanguivore II, Pupil Slicer, Drain, Astronoid, Home Front, Lamp of Murmuur, and Master's Hammer, bid farewell to Svalbard on tour, a new single from Converge, and about half an hour before our record, doing cartwheels at the reunion of Black Breath. Creeper 31:51 Pupil Slicer 1:09:19…

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298. Skincare From The Inside Out 1:36:19

1M ago1:36:19

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This week we deep dive into the importance of understanding what's going on inside to address your skincare concerns with Medichecks Skin IQ Blood Test. Enjoy the episode and hope you learn a thing or two xo Disclaimer: We are not medical professionals and nothing we say should be considered as medical advice. Please contact your doctor for a medic…

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341. The Traitors is giving The Real Housewives of Atlanta 58:50

1M ago58:50

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Hey angels, On this ep, we talk about FOOD! daydreaming about all the amazing food America has to offer. We also talk about the Burna Boy incident and why The Traitors UK is giving The Real Housewives of Atlanta. We also answer two dilemmas! Let us know what you think! Use VICJASCB for 10% off at https://www.currentbody.com/ -----------------------…

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Damnation Festival 2025 Review 3:13:09

1M ago3:13:09

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The UK's biggest dedicated extreme music fest at Damnation Festival goes bigger than ever for its 20th anniversary with a bonkers two day line-up featuring Corrosion of Conformity, Napalm Death, Deafheaven, Perturbator, Anaal Nathrakh, Amenra, Warning, Wormrot, Castle Rat, and so many more to crack our skulls. Releases: Of Mice & Men - Another Mira…

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297. Lack of Communication 1:35:47

29d ago1:35:47

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It's Been A Minute… 5:31

1M ago5:31

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Summer is over, and still no Leave A Message… But don't fret, Ally & G know it's been a minute since the last ep, and they've got an update to share about what's been going on, and more importantly, what's coming next! Want to be a part of the group chat and featured on the pod? Send your voice note to ⁠⁠⁠https://wa.me/message/UH4DASEKPFQBA1 (and p…

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340. BGL is 7 years old!! 57:13

1M ago57:13

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Happy Monday loves! Can you believe Black Gals Livin' is 7 years old?! We really can't - time has literally flown by! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for all the support over the years!! On this week's episode we bring back Black Excellence for the culture. We also discuss make up faves and Jas trying to get diagnosed for suspected …

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Hyperblasts: Monster Mashing Marmozets 1:15:19

2M ago1:15:19

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It's that week in November where every big festival announces their lineup so we assess the bills of Download, Outbreak, 2000 Trees, & Slam Dunk 2026, Turnstile come through Ally Pally, and finally one of the UK's great rock bands Marmozets return with first new music in over 8 years. Releases: Drain - …Is Your Friend Pupil Slicer - Fleshwork Astro…

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296. Embarrassing Boyfriend!? 1:47:09

2M ago1:47:09

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339. Is having a BF embarrassing? Let’s talk! 56:24

2M ago56:24

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Hey angels, On this ep we talk about Kayla Nicole responoding to Taylor Swift so elganly, Huda Mustafa laughing at a slur towards her friend Olandria and women being exposed for asking men for money during the dating stage. Also black women let us know what think of the Vogue article: https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/is-having-a-boyfriend-embarrassi…

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Hyperblasts: Halloween Hagar Horror 1:23:04

2M ago1:23:04

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For Halloween we take the time for some horror movie questions including our pitch for a 2025 Freddy vs Jason, discuss Dogma's fracturing and Megadeth choosing to cover Metallica on their final album, live trips to Common Thread and Igorrr with Imperial Triumphant, and there is a Hagar horror on the loose... Releases: Soulfly - Chama Mammoth - The …

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SEASON 3 FINALE WE NEED TO BE MORE MEAN TO MEN! 1:37:27

2M ago1:37:27

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In the FINAL episode of season 3, we are joined by a fellow disobedient woman all the way from Australia! @HorribleMeanBadWoman (real name Sarah) is the much-needed radical voice of female rage, who makes zero effort to spare men in her cultural commentary about patriarchy, male failure and why we should all be a little more horrible, mean and bad …

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295. Dress For The Feeling 1:36:42

2M ago1:36:42

1:36:42

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Flock of Dimes on 'The Life You Save' & building a safe space to tell difficult stories 35:05

2M ago35:05

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Flock of Dimes, aka Jenn Wasner, created an album that is as warm as it is raw. Amidst its perfectly crafted & pared back instrumentation, 'The Life You Save' explores themes of codependency, people pleasing, & letting go. In this episode, we discuss the themes of the album, & what helped her tell these stories on her own terms. Find Flock of Dimes…

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338. When black women are the villain :( 46:02

2M ago46:02

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Happy Monday!! So sorry, Jas is a bit out of it. But on this week's episode we talk about how awkward it is when black women are the villain on tv! We answered some dilemmas on how to make your workplace more inclusive and how to navigate helping your family with money worries. Let us know what you think! Use VICJASCB for 10% off at ⁠https://www.cu…

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Post-Black Mahna Mahna 2:05:53

2M ago2:05:53

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With autumn chill in the air we plunge into a stacked October reviews bunch of new AFI, Thrice, Miltarie Gun, Conjurer, Perturbator, Sanguisugabogg, Tribal Gaze, & Agriculture. AFI 24:01 Thrice 47:28 Militarie Gun 59:04 Conjurer 1:11:12 Perturbator 1:23:08 Sanguisugabogg 1:33:37 Tribal Gaze 1:44:21 Agriculture 1:50:37…

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THE MAN CHILD 29:14

2M ago29:14

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Are you harbouring a man child in your home and calling him a husband? Is your mother-in-law the persistent third wheel in your marriage? Does that man seem to forever be 'unable' to clean up after himself? In this episode, join Chidera as we tackle the curious case of the man child! Join my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for access to more reve…

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294. A Luxurious Heist 1:58:39

2M ago1:58:39

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337. “The barbz are an oppressed class” 1:02:09

2M ago1:02:09

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Hey angels, So sorry for the lack of eps, Vic had COVID. We are so happy to be back!! On this ep, we recap on Big Brother UK and Married at First Sight UK. Jas also talks about a Netflix show called Perfect Neighbour - there’s a spoiler around 35 minutes. And we also speak about how strange stan culture has become. We answered some dilemmas on how …

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TRANSPARENCY? 1:10:13

2M ago1:10:13

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Are women conflating oversharing with bonding? Does telling men every single thing strengthen the relationship? Is your husband truly being transparent with you? In this episode, join Chidera as she talks all the reasons you need to be less 'transparent' with men - and why honesty constantly being expected of women, is part of the grooming process.…

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Hyperblasts: Parkway Incantation Take the World 1:16:43

2M ago1:16:43

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Perran and Mark catch up to talk about some of 2025's massive event tours with both Parkway Drive and Blood Incantation blazing trails to put on some of modern metal's most ambitious shows. Releases: All Time Low - Everyone’s Talking! Sabaton - Legends Battle Beast - Steelbound Militarie Gun - God Save the Gun Biohazard - Divided We Fall 84 Tigers …

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293. Black Achievement Month 1:50:27

2M ago1:50:27

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In this weeks episode we debrief our fabulous second live show and lament on the meaning and purpose of Black History Month. If you want more, join us on Patreon for extra exclusive episodes:www.patreon.com/styleandcitydiares You can find us here... Instagram: @Styleandcitydiaries / @prinnyraee / @amberleaux / @prinnyxamberTwitter: @Stylecitydiary …

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Hyperblasts: Quizzing with Megadave 1:03:36

3M ago1:03:36

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We're drowning in news with Oathbreaker and Rush both coming back, Alex Bent stepping out of Trivium, Bleeding Through & Darkest Hour hitting the UK, and a slew of new metal songs from Lamb of God, Ice Nine Kills, and Megadeth revealing their favourite game show. Releases: AFI - Silver Bleeds the Black Sun… Thrice - Horizons/West Orbit Culture - De…

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SO YOU'VE BEEN DUMPED! 41:04

2M ago41:04

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Has he pulled the rug from under you? Did you see it coming but you tried to tell yourself otherwise? Is it time for you to start being the dumper to see what that power feels like? In this episode, join Chidera as she embraces the so-called 'toxicity' of dumping men first - and why it's important for women to be the villain once in a while... Join…

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292. Stan Couture 2:01:54

2M ago2:01:54

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Dating Dilemma's for the live show - ⁠HERE⁠ Tickets for the live show - ⁠HERE⁠ If you want more, join us on Patreon for extra exclusive episodes:www.patreon.com/styleandcitydiares You can find us here... Instagram: @Styleandcitydiaries / @prinnyrae / @amberleaux / @prinnyxamber Twitter: @Stylecitydiary / @prinnyrae / @amberleaux Tiktok: @Styleandci…

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Album Club Pack October 2025: Damnation Special 2:07:40

3M ago2:07:40

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For this week's show Album Club returns with an eye once again on this year's Damnation Festival with Warning's monument of misery Watching from a Distance, Wormrot's early 10s grind detonation Dirge, Devil Sold His Soul's innovative post-metalcore A Fragile Hope, and Code's bizarro black metal genius on Resplendent Grotesque.…

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TOXIC FEMININITY 27:02

3M ago27:02

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Can femininity be considered toxic? Should women have bigger egos? Do women have a victim mentality? In this episode, join Chidera as she discusses the ways that femininity can be used against us, and why women need to see beyond what has been taught to us, in order to identify potentially abusive relationships. Join my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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291. Gala Dreams, Budget Realities 1:50:24

3M ago1:50:24

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Dating Dilemma's for the live show - HERE Tickets for the live show - HERE If you want more, join us on Patreon for extra exclusive episodes: www.patreon.com/styleandcitydiares You can find us here... Instagram: @Styleandcitydiaries / @prinnyraee / @amberleaux / @prinnyxamber Twitter: @Stylecitydiary / @prinnyrae / @amberleaux Tiktok: @Styleandcity…

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Jack Garratt on 'Pillars' & asking for reciprocity 56:45

3M ago56:45

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Jack Garratt's latest full-length album, Pillars, wrestles with longing: longing for reciprocity, longing for love, & longing for fulfillment. We discuss everything from the relationship between artists & their audiences, situationships, & navigating an increasingly difficult music industry. Find Jack Garratt on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ar…

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Hyperblasts: Biffy Clyro Futique and Dying Wish Flesh Stays Together Reviews 1:24:24

3M ago1:24:24

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This week we top up our last reviews show with Biffy Clyro's first album in four years Futique and Dying Wish's bleaker kind of metalcore Flesh Stays Together, along with a trip to Brighton's D.I.E. Fest and discussion of Watain's three year plan of disbandment. Releases: Nine Inch Nails - TRON: Ares (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Paradise Lo…