Fake It Out Loud
A podcast celebrating the loud, proud, and fiercely talented world of UK rock and metal tribute bands.
Hosted by Sarah, a lifelong metalhead and gig junkie, Fake It Out Loud dives into the backstage grit, guitar wizardry, and full-throttle passion behind the UK’s booming tribute scene.
From powerhouse bands keeping legendary music alive to the venues, promoters, and festivals that make it happen — this show pulls back the curtain on the tribute circuit like never before.
Expect real talk, wild stories, gear geek-outs, crowd chaos, and the occasional shred showdown.
Whether you’re in a tribute band, love seeing them live, or just want to hear how iconic music lives on — turn it up.
Fake It Out Loud
Episode 6: From Lockdown to Uprising: The Story of Rage UK
This week on Fake It Out Loud, Sarah welcomes Rage UK — the UK’s tribute to the thunderous, politically-charged powerhouse that is Rage Against the Machine.
From the explosive riffs of “Bulls on Parade” to the seismic stomp of “Killing in the Name,” Rage UK captures the sound, the fury, and the message of one of rock’s most uncompromising bands. In this episode, they dive into:
- What it takes to do Rage justice on stage
 - Balancing sound, energy, and activism in a tribute setting
 - Launching the band during a global pandemic
 - Replicating Tom Morello’s gear wizardry and Zack’s vocal fire
 - The good, bad, and ugly of working with promoters
 - Fan chaos, dream venues, and advice for tribute bands that dare to go loud
 
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