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Episode 33 – Emo Dad Talks to Matthew Davies-Kreye.We were incredibly honoured to sit down for a mega, 2 hour, chat with Matthew Davies-Kreye, lead singer of hugely influential titans of the scene, Funeral for a Friend. Matthew doesn't do many interviews, so we were delighted that he decided to talk to us, fresh from FFAF's triumphant set at Slam Dunk.We discuss Matthew's early days in music, the formation of FFAF, the crazy whirlwind of popularity that the band quickly experienced, the effect that being a star of the scene had on Matthew's mental health and how he fought internal demons in the studio, touring with Iron Maiden and the struggles which led to a concept album.We hear the incredible story on how Terry Date got Matthew singing in the studio during the recording of Hours, and how the sudden news out of the Lostprophets camp in 2012 had an impact on the Welsh bands within the scene.We also discuss whether FFAF will be writing new music, the band going back to their hardcore roots and swapping studios with Pearl Jam. This episode has it all and more, the ultimate insight into the life of Matthew Davies-Kreye and Funeral for a Friend. Click 'Follow', tell your friends, and find us on instagram, @emodadpodcast. Give Matthew some love on instagram and follow Funeral for a Friend for updates and news.