UK experimental metal outfit Under sit down with Northwest Connection for a rare, in‑depth conversation about the long road to their upcoming album — a project shaped by years of writing, reworking, and rebuilding. Known for their abrasive, avant‑garde approach to heavy music, the trio discuss the creative dead ends, breakthroughs, and evolving philosophies that pushed their sound further into the fringes of the UK underground metal scene. This episode offers a clear look at how Under construct their chaotic, genre‑defying world, making it essential listening for fans of experimental metal, noise rock, mathcore, and boundary‑pushing artistry.

You’ve seen their work on releases from Coldbones, Blanket, Din of Celestial Birds, Blanket, A Burial at Sea, and a growing list of post‑rock and metal artists who trust them to define the first impression of their sound. Their covers don’t just decorate a record — they build the world around it.

We dig into how visuals shape identity, how artwork influences the way listeners experience a band, and why imagery still matters in a streaming era where attention is gone in a second.It’s a conversation about craft, atmosphere, and the unseen creative work that gives heavy music its edge.

A different kind of Northwest Connection episode — focused on the art behind the noise.

Join the Northwest Connection Podcast as we dive into the immersive world of Mountainscape, the UK-based post-rock band known for their expansive soundscapes, cinematic crescendos, and ambient textures. In this episode, we explore the band’s creative process, influences, and the landscapes that inspire their music.

From shimmering guitar layers to thunderous climaxes, Mountainscape crafts a sonic journey that resonates with fans of post-rock, ambient rock, instrumental rock, and atmospheric music. Whether you’re discovering them for the first time or already captivated by their sound, this conversation offers insight into how Mountainscape builds emotion through texture, tone, and dynamic storytelling.

Tune in to experience Mountainscape’s unique blend of ambient atmospheres and rock intensity, and discover why they’re one of the most exciting names in the modern post-rock scene.