Uncharted Riffs with Josh Dixon and Nick Buxton
Do you struggle finding your next favourite band? Do you spend hours listening to the same old tunes because you don't know what else is out there? Then look no further!
Welcome to Uncharted Riffs, the home of new music. We provide a platform for new, upcoming Music professionals and artists to showcase their craft, personality and ultimately, their favourite Uncharted song.
Episodes
32 episodes
Episode 32 - Whipped Cream Everywhere (Too Close For Comfort)
On the latest festive episode, Josh and Nick reunite to talk all things pop-punk with Nevada quartet Too Close For Comfort. With two new singles under their belt this year, we felt it wise to make them the focal point of discussion, however men...
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Episode 31 - Lil Tony Bag-a-donuts (Protect Your Heart)
Continuing our first Xmas run of episodes, this week Nick welcomes "a pop-punk band with breakdowns" - it's Protect Your Heart!Fresh off the back of their sophomore record Gradients, keep an eye on these guys for 2026!PYH Spotify ...
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Episode 30 - Completed It Mate (Black Lounge)
On the latest episode of Uncharted Riffs, Josh returns for a solo run with indie rock outfit Black Lounge. From their recent experiences and interviews with the BBC to their return from hiatus, Black Lounge has had quite an exciting year, with ...
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Episode 29 - Crispy Fosters (Look What Happened)
On the most unhinged episode of Uncharted Riffs to date, Josh and Nick are joined by Brighton pop-punkers Look What Happened. With the conversation ranging from early 2000s pop-punk influences to the world of human/animal relations, this was ea...
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Episode 28 - Stress Cheese (Start from Scratch)
Despite coming out a day late, this week Josh and Nick welcome Fennella from Start from Scratch, an upcoming Glaswegian "glittercore" punk-rock band. Fave Live Gig - Ep launch at Classic Grand Perfect Song Mashup:...
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Episode 27 - Melting Pot of Surprises (Slackrr)
This week Josh and Nick are joined by the wonderful members of UK pop-punk trio Slackrr. Following a string of gigs and festival performances (838 in total), Scotty and Cait discuss everything from their many European tour stories all the way t...
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Episode 26 - You Can Break People (Man from the Box)
On the latest episode of Uncharted Riffs, it was Josh's turn to take the helm on his first solo episode. This time, Josh chatted to the Swedish alternative rock band Man from the Box. With everything from a deep delve into the modern Swedish me...
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Episode 25 - If the Throne Breaks (NARIA)
This week Josh and Nick welcome our Italian friend, Serena from NARIA, to join us on Uncharted Riffs with her diverse mix of pop, rock and alternative picks.Naria Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/naria_band/?hl=enNaria Spotif...
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Episode 24 - Double-Parked On Transfusions (Lansdowne)
On this week's episode of Uncharted Riffs, Nick and Josh were joined by the very wonderful Glenn, the drummer for the modern rock band Lansdowne. With discussions ranging from their European tour with Ice Nine Kills to recreating a very specifi...
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Episode 23 - Promiscuous Groove (The Howlers)
This week Adam from the Howlers joins us for a fun-packed episode filled with whimsical tales, pub chat and some absolutely cracking riffs.The Howlers Instagram -
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BONUS - Ripping Your Knees Off Your Legs (Josh's 25th Birthday)
In the latest edition of "BONUS" episodes, birthday boy Josh and Nick have a hand at creating their perfect festival setlist. Everything from location, food and bands is covered in this extensive look at the ideal music festival. From an underg...
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Episode 21 - Garish Style (Oxford Symphony Orchestra)
This week on Uncharted Riffs, Grace and Nick from the Oxford Symphony Orchestra join us in a monumental genre shift, giving an education in everything from Truck Festival organisation to Richard Strauss and Beethoven - this was something specia...
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Episode 20 - Disco Sadness (Wired For Havoc)
This week on Uncharted Riffs, Josh and Nick are joined by Utah-based easycore band Wired For Havoc. Having worked in the underground pop-punk scene for over a decade, both Andrew and Houston enlightened us on their adventures throughout the yea...
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Episode 19 - Giddy with Excitement (Cheap Suits)
George and Felix from the electric Indie Rock band 'Cheap Suits' join us following their Truck festival success, bringing with them a range that stretches from IDLES and Royal Blood to Sinead O'Connor. Their newest EP 'Kiss Up' is out now on al...
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Episode 18 - Therapeutic Solace (Kennedy Wallace)
After a brief weekend away trotting around Truck Festival, Josh returns alongside Nick to speak with the wonderful Kennedy Wallace, who walks us through her eclectic mix of indie pop, folk, heavy metal and acoustic - she certainly covered all b...
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Episode 17 - Embracing The Silliness (Junior Circuit)
On the latest episode of Uncharted Riffs, Nick takes the helm on his first solo interview with "swank elevator" electronic jam rock solo artist Junior Circuit. With his latest album releasing back in June, both Nick and Adam discuss his idiosyn...
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Episode 16 - Gestation of an Elephant (Sam Lambeth)
This week on the Uncharted Riffs podcast we are joined by Sam Lambeth, who brings a 60s/70s mix of classic, glam and acoustic pop rock that reflects his inimitable style that "apparently" sounds like Jake Bugg... we'll let you be the judge!...
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BONUS - Fold Like Origami (Oasis Special)
In this latest bonus episode of Uncharted Riffs, Josh and Nick talk us through their history with legendary Britpop band Oasis. Following their first live show in over 15 years, both boys delve into their personal love for the band, albeit one ...
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Episode 14 - Freakin' Banger (FREIGHT)
Josh and Nick delve into their "Madchester" routes with Warrington-born FREIGHT, talking us through their indie, rock and britpop influences.FREIGHT Instagram -
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Episode 13 - Jacques of all Trades (The Jacques)
Fresh off the back of their Public Image Limited tour, Harry from The Jacques took some time to share his Uncharted Riffs, his thoughts on Maidenhead and how they managed to lose an entire busload of stage equipment in one go!The Jacques...
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Episode 12 - Everything's Sticking (Only on Weekends)
This week the wonderful Only on Weekends takes us on a whimsical trip down memory lane, combining a strong mix of Pop, Alternative Rock and a song from the Transformers movie.Only on Weekends' latest single 'Seventh Rock from the Sun' - ...
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FATHERS DAY SPECIAL - Heartbeat of the Band (The Expandables)
In an unprecedented return to fame as the geniuses behind the Uncharted Riffs theme tune, The Expandables come back together one last time to join Josh/Nick on the Father's Day Special. Through a mix of blues, rock, jazz and Tina Turner, we exp...
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Episode 10 - Infamous Crusty Metalhead (Way More So)
This week's guest, Way More So, bring their swanky skate-punk style to the Uncharted Riffs podcast, giving us a flavour of alt-rock, groove metal and pop punk influences that shape their upcoming releases, as well as introducing us to their mus...
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Episode 9 - Stank and Drank (Daysick)
From the depths of Eastern Canada, Logan and Mike from Daysick join us this week to talk through their top Uncharted Riffs, with an eclectic mix of hardcore, punk and emo goth rock that encapsulates everything that's great about their music.
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Episode 8 - Enjoyable Pounding (OLD NEON)
After some last minute guest rearrangement chaos, Mike from OLD NEON stepped in to give us his Uncharted Riffs, filled with a combination of "pounding" post-hardcore, electric emo and just a sprinkle of Disco/Pop.OLD NEON latest 'Resolut...
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