So this year has been something of an unending kick to the cojones that has required an entirely new approach to things. Staying sane throughout all of it has been a number one priority-slash-struggle for me as I’m sure it is with most people. It seems that a lot of the artists I’ve interviewed recently have found that the way to stabilise mental health has been by staying in contact with friends and being as creative as possible, something that I’ve endeavoured to do as well.
Aside from my Radio 1 Rock Show and making music, I like to paint. Either for album art or for my own personal work, its something I’ve really gone into this year. While in my studio I listen to a lot of spacey, dark post-metal and whatnot like Neurosis, Om and Horseback, as I find it the perfect soundtrack to making art. So, with that in mind, here are a few things that I’ll be jamming while painting over the coming month…