The Rig Rundown

The Rig Rundown

by Pete Renshaw

Music Commentary Music Interviews

Season 1

The Rig Rundown - Episode 17 - Ned Evett

The Rig Rundown - Episode 17 - Ned Evett Glass Guitar Wizardry 🎸The world’s first fretless glass-neck guitar rockstar, Ned Evett, joins us for a deep dive into his mind-blowing rig, tone philosophy, and creative journey. From his signature “Globro” guitar to pedal secrets, studio setup, and the story behind his newest album Strange Kind of Freedom — we cover it all. Plus, Ned talks about his current European tour and what fans can expect next from this sonic innovator. 🟢 Currently on tour with Joe Satriani and Steve Vai across Europe and the UK! 🎶 Strange Kind of Freedom available now on all platforms. 📍 Don’t miss his upcoming solo shows in Ireland, the UK, and beyond. 🔔 Like & Subscribe for more exclusive rig rundowns with boundary-pushing artists. #NedEvett #RigRundown #FretlessGuitar #GuitarPodcast #StrangeKindOfFreedom #JoeSatriani #SteveVaiTour #GlassGuitar #GuitarGear #ToneTalk

The Rig Rundown - Episode 16 - Roybn G. Shiels

The Rig Rundown - Episode 16 - Roybn G. Shiels In this episode we sit down with local legend Robyn G. Shiels. We go over everything, from his origins & beginnings, everything he has done so far and what he has planned next. We discuss his new band, The Big Tickle, new music, BBC Documentary & more in this special 16th episode of The Rig Rundown. Follow Robyn G. Shiels on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/3gIUgZCNOHuNA1jSbtAFb1?si=OrccHz6qSC20zJE_7csKXQ7 ] Follow Robyn G. Shiels on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@robyng.shiels7706 Follow Robyn G. Shiels on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rgshiels/ Follow Robyn G. Shields on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgshiels/ Sponsored by Voodoo https://www.instagram.com/voodoo_belfast/ https://www.instagram.com/the.rig.rundown/ Presented & Produced by Pete Renshaw https://www.instagram.com/pete_renshaw/

The Rig Rundown - Episode 15 - Stoned Jesus

This week we sit down with Stoned Jesus for a special episode on their first visit to Ireland Presented & Produced by @pete_renshaw 🎙️ Sponsored by @voodoo_belfast 🍻 This episode is brought to you by Seedy Side Ni Vape shop! – your go-to spot for supplies & medical grade electronics. With top-quality not to be beaten products! 📍31 Gresham st Belfast 📞03302233369 https://seedyside.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/seedysidebelfast/ Follow Stoned Jesus on Spotify & Socials https://open.spotify.com/artist/23lyMLxYNPS15hpVvFNptR?si=SGh0MqMDQO6KE6qZ_r1bLQ https://www.instagram.com/stonedjesusband/ http://stonedjesus.bigcartel.com http://www.facebook.com/stonedjesusband http://stonedjesus.bandcamp.com http://twitter.com/StonedJesusBand ttp://vk.com/stoned_jesus http://www.last.fm/music/Stoned+Jesus www.youtube.com/@StonedJesus

The Rig Rundown - Episode 14 - The Bloodstock Metal To The Masses 2025 Winner Special

This week we sit down with If It Bleeds, Nihilanth & Lock Horns for the the Metal to the Masses 2025 Winner Special! 🔥 Last Friday Night at @the_distortion_project in Voodoo, Belfast, a sold out crowd cheered on If It Bleeds as they were crowned the winners of Metal To The Masses 2025. They will now go on to play at @bloodstockopenair with headliners @triviumband @gojiraofficial & @machine_head Presented & Produced by @pete_renshaw 🎙️ Sponsored by @voodoo_belfast 🍻 @if_it_bleeds_bc @lock_horns @nihilanthriff

The Rig Rundown - Episode 13 - Metal To The Masses 2025 Final Special!

This week on @the.rig.rundown we have Frayed Ends, If It Bleeds, From Ruins, Divides Unfold & Microtonal. With some more fun surprise appearances thrown in too. This is the Metal to the Masses 2025 Final Special! 🔥 This Friday at @the_distortion_project, all 5 bands will be facing off for the chance to play at @bloodstockopenair with heavyweights @triviumband @gojiraofficial & @machine_head It’s a tight competition and impossible to predict, who will win? Come down on Friday and find out! 🤘 https://wegottickets.com/event/639595/ 🎟️ Presented & Produced by @pete_renshaw 🎙️ Sponsored by @voodoo_belfast 🍻 @if_it_bleeds_bc https://open.spotify.com/artist/57df7v0PK99QspMtohYLCb?si=QdtTcyKGQWOj6KMZeWZcVA @frayedendsbc https://open.spotify.com/artist/39BHR7TYt7Ml1gThIpqH7T?si=vsEqjBsITEicb0dHtiOt4g @fromruins https://open.spotify.com/artist/2O3xsKpOVesr5kTdGDxdnp?si=-zxsUdRaSwSZuyhzadZ0uw @divides.unfold https://open.spotify.com/artist/4NrYmXrIL2ppBk6xzyPpGn?si=w7IODaSMTo2HjIghr_63gQ @microtonalband https://www.youtube.com/@microtonalband Big thanks to last years winners NIHILANTH! for our opening song 'The Valley Beneath' (Out Now!) https://open.spotify.com/artist/5IuKhlnkS2mpdaFw8cOAT5?si=gIpEN4mxTa2niQyXRuxtjA

The Rig Rundown - Episode 12 - Rarewitch

The Rig Rundown - Episode 12 - Rarewitch This episode we sit down with Paddy Maguire aka Rarewitch! We go over everything, from his origins & beginnings, first instyruments & setups used, and the whole history of Rarewitch. Everything that's come before, everything happening now, and what he has planned to come next. We discuss his releases, latest single 'Computer Music' & the brilliant double sided EP 'Rocket Science'. As well as his animated comedy skits. We talk about how he created his sound, equipment used & how he prepares for live shows All this and more in this very special 12th episode of The Rig Rundown! Follow Rarewitch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0CUNFfCAtFwxgVSn5Niqpw?si=J8d7SJJpTL6lM3LNeacmRw Catch Rarewitch with Uncle Geko & Floodgates, Friday 23rd May, in Voodoo Belfast: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uncle-gecko-rarewitch-floodgates-at-voodoo-belfast-tickets-1304160161149 Subscribe to Rarewitch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@rarewitch Follow across socials: https://www.instagram.com/petalreaction/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rarewitch666 https://www.facebook.com/RareWitch21/ Sponsored by Voodoo https://www.instagram.com/voodoo_belfast/ https://www.instagram.com/the.rig.rundown/ Presented & Produced by Pete Renshaw https://www.instagram.com/pete_renshaw/

The Rig Rundown - Episode 11 - Sinocence

The Rig Rundown - Episode 11 - Sinocence This episode we sit down with Anto & Jim from Sinocence! We go over everything, from origins & beginnings, first guitars & amps used and the whole history of Sinocence. Everything that's come before, everything happening now, and what they have planned to come next. We discuss their latest release 'The Fire Rises' EP, recorded at Einstein Studios by the legendary Frankie McClay. This EP includes the new single 'Incarcerated', with a new video out directed by the very talented Dave Bradshaw. We talk about how they created their sound, equipment used & how they prepare for their live shows. All this and more in this special 11th episode of The Rig Rundown. 'The Fire Rises' The EP from If It Sinocence, Available Now! https://open.spotify.com/album/3RwJpOMplW9nB1qR64tKtOsi=wUx4QyumQ_uctkaUYJg8Eg 'Incarcerated' the latest video from Sinocence, Available Now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpU7TrOuQPg https://www.facebook.com/sinocence/ https://www.instagram.com/sinocence/ Sponsored by Voodoo https://www.instagram.com/voodoo_belfast/ https://www.instagram.com/the.rig.rundown/ Presented & Produced by Pete Renshaw https://www.instagram.com/pete_renshaw/

The Rig Rundown - Episode 10 - If It Bleeds

The Rig Rundown - Episode 10 - If It Bleeds We sit down with Patrick, Stephen & Robbie from If It Bleeds! We go over everything, from what inspired them and how they got together, to how they recorded their debut EP (with production from Josh Robinson) and shot their videos for 'We Can Kill It' & 'VS 1' (with Kyle Colby). We go over how they created their sound, equipment used & how they prepare for their live shows. All this and more in this special tenth episode of The Rig Rundown. 'We Can Kill It' The debut EP from If It Bleeds, Available Now! https://open.spotify.com/album/4iOyNJsrAoUgKAss50cySV?si=t16aX54MRPO4yyTMZV2Hiw 'VS 1' the latest video from If It Bleeds, Available Now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBBKW2asfyk Catch If It Bleeds in Voodoo Thursday 10th Apriil https://wegottickets.com/event/653965 https://www.facebook.com/ifitbleedsbc https://www.instagram.com/if_it_bleeds_bc/ Sponsored by Voodoo https://www.instagram.com/voodoo_belfast/ https://www.instagram.com/the.rig.rundown/ Presented & Produced by Pete Renshaw https://www.instagram.com/pete_renshaw/

The Rig Rundown – Episode 9 - Gush, A.N.J.A. & Alpha Sista

The Rig Rundown – Episode 9 - Gush, A.N.J.A. & Alpha Sista In honor of International Women’s Day 2025, we’re bringing you a special all-female lineup featuring not just one, but three incredible artists! Joining us for this episode are: 🔥 Chelsea from Gush 🔥 Anja from A.N.J.A. 🔥 Hayley from Alpha Sista Each guest dives into their musical backstory, sharing insights into their band origins, recording journeys, and key milestones—plus a look at what’s coming next! Of course, we also get into the gear talk, breaking down their setups and signature sounds. This is one you won’t want to miss! Episode 9 is out now—stream it wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧 Guests https://www.instagram.com/el.chelso99/ https://www.instagram.com/storm_hayley/ https://www.instagram.com/anjamusic/ Bands https://www.instagram.com/gushbandofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/anjamusic/ https://www.instagram.com/alphasistaofficial/ Check out Gush’s latest single 'Like That' (Out Now!) - https://youtu.be/sYAV1ggM2vw?si=5xaNHCWc3ky2nnEt Check out A.N.J.A.’s latest single ‘When you’re the worst you're the best’ (Out Now!)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STUT1JphTTo Get tickets to Alpha Sista’s next show Bel Aor Rocks 23-25 May 2025 - https://belaor.com/ Get tickets to Girls with Guts fest 28th June 2025 - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/girls-with-guts-fest-2025-tickets-1145560124169 Sponsored by @Voodoo.Belfast https://www.instagram.com/voodoo_belfast/ Special thanks to Erin McDonald for assistance with sound Special thanks to Robbie Beckett for stage production Presented & Produced by Pete Renshaw https://www.instagram.com/pete_renshaw/ #RigRundown #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInMusic

The Rig Rundown - Episode 8 - Delusional Silence

The Rig Rundown - Episode 8 - Delusional Silence In this Episode of The Rig Rundown we sit down with Chris, AJ & Ricki from Delusional Silence We talk about how the band started out, relive some great festival moments, from the times they played Hammerfest & Hard Rock Hell & everything else, from playing epic sets to playing pranks on Yngwie Malmsteen! With a deep dive into everybody's personal history with how they got started out in music, all the way up to their latest single 'Fade Away' Out Now! - https://open.spotify.com/track/2FqLDtGX0aIbiAPOmPU3IW?si=5e1c6dca44084fff https://www.instagram.com/delusional.silence/ https://www.instagram.com/chris.denvir/ https://www.instagram.com/ajlynn__/ https://www.facebook.com/delusionalsilence/ Sponsored by Voodoo https://www.instagram.com/voodoo_belfast/ https://www.instagram.com/the.rig.rundown/ Presented & Produced by Pete Renshaw https://www.instagram.com/pete_renshaw/

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