ICYMI - We interviewed Chad from Kestrels back in October - Check out the interview below.
Episode 12: “Indefatigable Defenders of Good Taste” - The Scratch Cast: The Alternative Music Podcast
It feels like ages since we posted an episode but Episode 12 of The Scratch Cast is finally here for your aural delight!
We review albums from Voldo, Give In To Failure, Pillow Queens and IDLES.
Horror Films & TV Shows In My DVD Collection
Snedds returns to his incredibly disorganised DVD shelf and picks out a few horror films and television shows worth watching this Halloween.
October 2020: An Alternative Music Playlist
This month we’ve got 6 hours of some of the best music from the worlds of rock, metal, hip-hop, punk, hardcore, indie (and more) so why not take a break from the horrors of everyday life, put your feet up and jam to some great tunes.
Follow it, share it, slap it on shuffle and tag us on the socials with your favourite tracks!
September 2020: An Alternative Music Playlist
Ok so we’re a little late with this one but trust us, it’s worth the wait. We’ve got over 5 hours of incredible new music from the worlds of rock, metal, hip-hop, punk, hardcore, indie (and more)… So take your phone off the hook, set your devices to “do not disturb” and let these tunes pleasure your ear holes.
Episode 11: "Atomic Kitten Vibes" - The Scratch Cast: The Alternative Music Podcast
On this month’s episode we review the self-titled album from Coriky, “Sex, Death and the Infinite Void” by Creeper, “Have You Lost Your Mind yet?” by Fantastic Negrito and “Hope Rituals” by Waco. All that and a whole lot more on Episode 11 of The Scratch Cast.
6 Films We Saw Online At Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020
A look back at some of the films we saw at the UK’s biggest documentary film fest.
Must-See Live Music, Perfect For Lockdown (Part Two)
Lockdown restrictions have been greatly relaxed but we’re still missing live gigs! Check out some more of our favourite live shows and streams from a selection of incredible bands. All available for free on the internets.
August 2020: An Alternative Music Playlist
We’ve regained our senses slightly this month with a shorter, but no less beefy, 5 1/2 hour playlist. Packed full of wonderful new alternative music from the worlds of rock, metal, hip-hop, punk, hardcore, indie and more!
Follow it, slap it on shuffle and tag us on the socials with your favourite tracks!
Episode 10: “A Lovely Bit of Wank” - The Scratch Cast: The Alternative Music Podcast
It’s our 10th episode and, to celebrate, we unveil our new feature “Submission Corner”. Send us your music for review!
We also discuss singles from Peter Bibby, Squid, UsualSuspex & The Moonlands and new albums from Mrs Piss, LYR, Phoxjaw & DITZ.
July 2020: An Alternative Music Playlist
We’re cutting it a little close this month but we’re finally here with a frankly ridiculous 8-hour playlist. That’s an entire working day of incredible new alternative music.
Huge thanks to @nuartaberdeen for the cover art (found in Aberdeen, Scotland).
Game Review: The Last Of Us Part II
Ross plays through the highly anticipated sequel to The Last Of Us, but it can it live up to his lofty expectations?
Game Review: Mafia II - Definitive Edition
Ross reviews the definitive edition of Mafia II. Is it worth picking up?
Episode 09: “All Bases Covered” - The Scratch Cast: The Alternative Music Podcast
We review albums from Empty Country, The Scratch, Rotting Out, and discuss the unique compilation project “Sounds Like Van Spirit: A Collection of Europe’s Pavement Melodies”.
June 2020: An Alternative Music Playlist
Our June playlist is finally here! Inject your ears with a rejuvenating cocktail of over 4 hours of rock, metal, punk, hardcore, hip-hop and more! Thanks to @the.rebel.bear for the cover art (found in Leith, Scotland).
Must-See Live Music, Perfect For Lockdown (Part One)
Missing gigs during lockdown? Check out some of our favourite live shows from a selection of incredible bands. All available for free on the internets.
May 2020: An Alternative Music Playlist
A monstrous playlist filled with delicious, hand-picked, ripe & juicy, alternative music from April and May 2020. Go on, pleasure your ears, slap it on shuffle and let us know your favourites.
Star Wars: A Sequel Trilogy Retrospective
Ross gives us his retrospective on the completed Star Wars Sequel Trilogy. It’s a refreshing take and his opinions are perhaps somewhat controversial. Beware: this article contains major spoilers for all three movies.
Episode 08: “Scotland’s Greatest Podcast” - The Scratch Cast: The Alternative Music Podcast
On this episode we review The Big Moon’s sophomore album “Walking Like We Do”, the “Common Sense” EP from Scratch Cast favourites Viagra Boys, “Underneath” the fourth studio album from the genre-bending Code Orange and “Everything is A-OK” the oh so nostalgic fifth album from Australian alt. rockers Violent Soho.
April 2020: An Alternative Music Playlist
Another month is nearly over and we’ve got yet another massive playlist for your aural delight.