Don’t Fret Club is a positive mental health initiative helping to promote good wellbeing within the music industry and beyond. We believe in the power of podcasts and creativity to empower music fans to talk about mental health. Hosted by music journalist, Jess Hope.
Simple Creatures - Mark Hoppus & Alex Gaskarth (recorded at Good Things Festival)
We took a short break to process the state of the world but Jess Hope is back with Simple Creatures in conversation. Mark Hoppus and Alex Gaskarth took the time to discuss mental health and music while at Good Things Festival 2019.
A content warning, this podcast does contain conversations about mental health. If you or someone you know needs support for mental health, please speak to a professional. Lifeline Australia is 13 11 14
29 Mar 2020
Parkway Drive - Winston McCall (recorded at Good Things Festival)
Jess Hope is joined by Parkway Drive vocalist Winston McCall ahead of the band's documentary release, 'Viva the Underdogs'. Throughout their chat, Winston explains how that underdog mentality has been a driving force for the Australian outfit, propelling them to the forefront of the heavy scene.
A content warning, this podcast does contain conversations about mental health. If you or someone you know needs support for mental health, please speak to a professional. Lifeline Australia is 13 11 14 and a list of worldwide resources is also available at dontfret.club.
14 Apr 2019
Corey Taylor - Slipknot & Stone Sour vocalist discusses 'Vices'
Slipknot and Stone Sour vocalist Corey Taylor recalls some of the toughest times in his life, friendships that exacerbated his problems and subsequently ended when he entered recovery. He also takes us back to his first encounters with drink and drugs, as well as exploring the role creativity and music plays in his life, both then and now.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast, please reach out to speak to a professional for support. Lifeline Australia is 13 11 14, and a list of worldwide helplines is available at dontfret.club/support.
20 Feb 2018
Waterparks - Awsten Knight
Awsten Knight of Waterparks discusses the benefits of switching off from social media, managing online opinion and how musicians can share positive mental health without having to meet unrealistic expectations.
Don't Fret Club podcasts discuss topics of mental health. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast, please reach out to speak to a professional for support. You can find a list of global helplines at dontfret.club/support.
28 Jan 2018
Papa Roach - Jacoby Shaddix
Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix discusses the relationship between music and mental health with Don't Fret Club. In this exclusive chat with host Jess Hope, Jacoby inspires positivity and thoughtful thinking, while opening up about personal experiences with mental health.
10 Jan 2017
Frank Carter (Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes)
In one of his most honest and open interviews ever, Frank Carter sits down with the Don't Fret Club to talk about success, insecurities and making mistakes.
25 Mar 2016
Tonight Alive - Jenna McDougall
In the first episode of the Don't Fret Club podcast, Tonight Alive singer Jenna McDougall speaks openly to host Jessica Bridgeman about her own experiences with anxiety and eczema. Plus, Jenna talks songwriting and shares her top Don't Fret tips.
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