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Forge Ahead is a podcast that celebrates the past, present and future of Australian hardcore. http:

29/09/2021

Forge Ahead will be hosting a weekly hardcore radio show, 11PM Tuesday’s all through October on FBi Radio. The show will feature the sickest new hardcore from Australia and around the world, as well as the hits throughout the eras. As always, we’ll be highlighting voices in the community through interviews and guest playlisting.

You can tune in to the live show from anywhere in the world via , and check out our newest pod episode for more info.

Got something you want played on air?

Email [email protected] a short voice clip introducing yourself and what you wanna hear.
Or, let’s just hear it in the comments ⤵️

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18/08/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 28 - HC HALL OF FAMERS

This week we chat with two iconic Australian hardcore frontmen to reflect on their journeys through music and uncover the unique lives they’ve created beyond the mic.

Sam Octigan (Iron Mind) is an illustrator/artist from Melbourne who’s work has conquered the global scene and since transcended into greater worlds. Trent Baldock’s (Relentless, Dogfight Records) influence traverses many circles through his impact as a marriage celebrant, mental health advocate, entrepreneur and online personality.

Also, stoked to premiere the new Lismore-based hardcore band, Bust!

This episode was recorded on May 23, July 26 and August 16 2021

Who stands amongst Australian hardcore’s most legendary hardcore frontmen? Let’s hear it ⤵️

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21/07/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 27 - US VS THEM

This week we’re profiling the experience of photographer and young political activist, Tahmid Nurullah . From mutual aid work in Western Sydney, to football fanaticism, to a Halal Snack Pack - his unique story centres around a purist understanding of what it means to play an active part of a community. An idea we find hugely transferable to the constructs of hardcore.

We’re also premiering a new song, ‘Crawling Death’ by Adelaide band, Tunnel Vision

This episode was recorded on July 11 and 19, 2021

What are the traits of a strong community to you? Let’s hear it ⤵️

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07/07/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 26 - ONE MAN ARMY

This week we’re spotlighting the history and ethic of Sunny Singh hate5six.com. Sunny is a videographer, music archivist and computer programmer from PA, USA who has arguably had the single greatest impact on the growth of hardcore in our generation.

We’re also premiering a huge new song, ‘Cathedral’ by BURN IN HELL

This episode was recorded on May 22 and July 4th, 2021

What are some of your favourite recorded hardcore sets? Let’s here it ⤵️

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16/06/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 25 - BACKTRACK & BEYOND

We’re back with a new episode profiling the New York local, global-HC legend that is Ricky Sing (Backtrack Flatspot Records). Ricky is the guitarist and founding member of the late Backtrack, co-owner of Flatspot Records and has worked as A&R for various labels in ushering some of the world’s biggest hardcore acts.

Also joining us is Pete Abordi and Tom Maddocks to discuss the release of the ‘This Is Australia: Vol.2’ compilation 7”.

Plus, we are premiering a brand new SPEED HC song off the comp.

This episode was recorded on June 13 and 14, 2021

What’s your favourite hc compilation? Let’s hear it ⤵️

Listen: www.linktr.ee/forgeaheadpodcast

22/04/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 24 - MAILBAG VOL.4

A very special episode celebrating our 1st birthday this week with the help of our best friend Bchan (Primitive Blast, Deathbed, Wreath, Knuckledragger, Burning Season, singer of Mood Swing).

We talk through your recent submissions, reminiscing our favourite Aus HC tours and answer questions off our first “ask me anything” posted last week.

This episode was recorded on April 12, 2021

Have you ever mistaken Bchan for Jem, or vice versa? Let’s hear it ⤵️

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01/04/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 23 - CAPITAL CITY HARDCORE

Our nation’s capital isn’t always recognised as a thriving hub for subculture. But beneath the often dry reputation was a small-town community which harboured one of Australia’s most unique and dynamic hardcore scenes.

Aaron Osbourne (I Exist, Oblivious Maximus Podcast, Mental Cavity, Burn The Hostages, Year of the Rat, Extortion + more) discusses the mid-2000s era and the chronicle of I Exist; a circle of friends who form a pivotal piece in Australian HC.

Jordan Leekspin - widely-recognised Canberra Mayor and Lacklustre Records CEO talks of the Canberran youth generation, the rarity of its culture and carving your individual legacy in the hardcore world.

This episode was recorded on March 1, 8 and 15, 2021

What are some of your favourite bands and experiences of Canberra HC? Let’s hear it ⤵️

Listen 👉 www.linktr.ee/forgeaheadpodcast

10/03/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 22 - WHAT’S HAPPENING IN SAN JOSE?

There’s a certain energy and ethic within the San José scene that’s increasingly being felt around the world. This week, we sit down with Cole Kakimoto - guitarist and mastermind of Gulch - to discuss the forces at play which are turning this city into one of the hardcore hubs of this generation. Championed by the likes of Gulch, Drain, Sunami, Hands Of God and Spy, it’s undeniable that a new wave of West Coast hardcore is emerging.

Also, stoked to be premiering a song from new Byron/Melbourne band EXPRESS off their demo to be released on Last Ride Records. Feat. members of Born Free, 50 Lions, Survival, Shackles and more.

This episode was recorded on Feb 22 and March 1, 2021

Got a feeling for where the next hardcore hotspot’s gonna be? Let’s hear it ⤵️

Listen 👉 www.linktr.ee/forgeaheadpodcast

26/02/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 21 - SPLINTER

This week we’re putting you onto one of Australia’s youngest yet heaviest new bands, Splinter. Charging his teenage years, we go straight to the source with Brock King to discuss the experience and outlook of our next generation. What are the current paths to hardcore? How has the culture evolved between generations? How can we keep the youth movement energised? FFO Harms Way, Jesus Piece and Cursed Earth - suss how the future sounds for Australia’s hardcore.

This episode was recorded on Dec 22, 2020 and Feb 15, 2021

Who are the younger bands of Australia’s hardcore? Let’s hear it ⤵️

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03/02/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP 20 - PLANET PERTH

How can the world’s most isolated city be home to one of Australia’s most influential and consistent hardcore scenes? This week, we chat with the legend and world’s best tour dog, Mark Mawds Bawden (Break Even) to uncover the early days of Perth HC and the seeds which fostered the spirit of this community. Perth icon, Jared Crowe (The Chain, The Others, Apollo Zen, Miles Away, Bridge The Gap) takes us into the current world of the West Coast and how their flag is flying stronger than ever.

Stoked as hell to also be premiering a song by Glitter Strip - a crushing new blend of dark hardcore from the Gold Coast featuring members of Nerve Damage, Ghost Town, Blind Girls, .band and more.

This episode was recorded on Jan 19 and 27, 2021

What are the best hardcore bands Perth has birthed? Let’s hear it ⤵️

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22/01/2021

FORGE AHEAD EP19 - JEWEL OF THE MIDWEST

Welcome back! We’re kicking off 2021 with Isaac Hale (Knocked Loose, Inclination, Heartstopper) spotlighting the incredible success of Knocked Loose and the impact that’s had on both Louisville hardcore and the global scene. We discuss discovering hardcore during the band’s formation, gate-keeping mentality, creating a new type of ‘hardcore kid’ and how this has all helped shape their ethics.

We’re also premiering a huge song by new Brisbane band KNUCKLEDRAGGER (members of .blast .cult Phantoms & more).

This episode was recorded on January 16 & 18, 2021

What are some flags which mark a shift in hardcore for your generation? Let’s hear it ⤵️

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31/12/2020

FORGE AHEAD EP 18 - MAILBAG VOL.3

What were your favourite hardcore records/discoveries for 2020? If you had 1 wish for hardcore in 2021, what would it be? We’re getting stuck into your and our answers to these questions in our final ep of 2020.

This episode was recorded on Dec 26, 2020

Thanks for playing a part in the year with us. What do you want to hear from Forge Ahead in 2021?

Let’s hear it ⤵️

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