Determination, Drive & The Surprising Fact About Successful People | DIAMOND CAST 034
This week on Diamond Cast, we continue our conversation for Musicians’ Mental Health Month—focusing on the mindset it takes to keep going in a tough industry. From staying self-motivated and managing delayed gratification, to learning from feedback and defining what success really means, we’re talking about what it takes to stay the course.
Vincent also shares more stories from life on a cruise ship, we give a big update on the Fall Into The Silence video campaign, and discuss how playing music supports mental wellbeing.
In this episode:
- Vincent on performing on a cruise ship
- What keeps us going when things get tough
- The link between determination and stubbornness
- Staying motivated and learning new skills
- Mental strategies for songwriting and improvement
- Why good feedback matters
- What does “success” really mean as a musician?
- How music helps mental health—and when it doesn’t
- Our personal go-to songs during hard times
- A big shoutout to our amazing fans
Let us know in the comments—what’s your go-to song when things get rough?
And don’t forget to support the Fall Into The Silence video fundraiser!
00:00 – Intro: Let’s Get Into It
05:05 – Vincent Reports from the Cruise Ship Stage
09:58 – Mental Health Month Pt. 2: Determination & Drive
10:25 – Fall Into The Silence Video: Supporter Update
13:27 – What Keeps You Going as a Musician?
18:22 – The Power of Delayed Gratification (and Stubbornness)
21:25 – How to Keep Improving as a Musician
24:41 – Storing Song Ideas: The Mental Bank
27:46 – Why Good Feedback Helps You Grow
29:45 – Self-Motivation: The Fuel Behind the Music
31:52 – The Right People Bring Out Your Best
39:24 – What Does Success Really Mean in Music?
42:16 – A Surprising Fact About Successful People
46:20 – Why Playing an Instrument Helps Mental Health
48:42 – Almost Anyone Can Learn to Play
50:54 – Has Music Ever Not Helped You?
55:47 – Diamond Black’s Go-To Songs for Hard Times
58:14 – Big Thanks to the Fans – Leave Us a Comment!
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Musicians’ Mental Health Month, Sobriety & Sound Baths | DIAMOND CAST 033
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re diving into mental health in music to mark Musicians' Mental Health Awareness Month. From sobriety and self-awareness to chaos, creativity, and whether drinking on stage helps or hinders, it’s a candid conversation about the emotional and mental realities of life as a musician.
We also cover
- Vincent’s latest adventure on a rock 'n' roll cruise ship
- What it’s like switching between bands as a session player
- We hit number 4 in the German Alternative Charts!
- Our Fall Into The Silence fundraiser – here’s how to get involved
- The return of Agony Aunt Agatha Christo
- The deeper meaning behind Fall Into The Silence
- Ben’s guest appearance on the ‘Recovery Elevator’ podcast
- Does chaos really fuel creativity, or is that a myth?
- The highs and lows of drinking on stage
- Making better choices for your body and mind
- Ben tries a sound bath – what even is that, and did it work?
This one’s packed with laughs, insight, and honesty—so settle in and join the chat in the comments.
00:00 – Intro: Let’s Get Into It
01:07 – Kicking Off Musicians' Mental Health Month
02:08 – Vincent Goes Full Rock ’n’ Roll… on a Cruise Ship
05:18 – The Session Musician Life: Switching Between Bands
11:22 – We’re #4 on the German Alternative Charts!
14:42 – Fall Into The Silence Fundraiser: Get Involved
17:54 – The Return of Agony Aunt Agatha Christo
19:23 – The Deeper Meaning Behind Fall Into The Silence
21:12 – Sobriety, Clarity & Surviving the Music Industry
32:40 – Ben Guests on Recovery Elevator Podcast
35:13 – Does Chaos Really Fuel Creativity?
36:04 – The Real Pitfalls of Drinking On Stage
38:57 – Choosing Better: Staying Sharp as a Musician
39:52 – Ben Tried a Sound Bath… Here’s What Happened
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Building a Fanbase & Life Lessons from the Road | DIAMOND CAST 032
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re talking about what it really takes to build a lasting connection with your audience—from growing a fanbase organically to navigating platforms like TikTok. We also share a major update on the music video for Fall Into The Silence and reflect on the stories behind our songs, why they matter, and how we communicate that meaning live.
In this episode:
- Growing a fanbase organically vs. blowing up on TikTok
- Behind-the-scenes updates for Fall Into The Silence video backers
- Why explaining the meaning behind songs matters more than ever
- How to find the right people to help bring your creative vision to life
- Studio update: Tomorrow marks the final day of guitar tracking!
- The most important life lesson we’ve learned from touring
- If we weren’t musicians… what would we be doing instead?
- Your comments from last week’s advice episode
- What we’ve each been practicing this week
- Healthy habits we’ve picked up recently
- What we’re most looking forward to right now
Drop us a comment: Do you think slow growth builds a stronger fanbase than viral success? And how do you stay inspired creatively?
00:00 – Intro: Let’s Dive In
00:41 – Building a Fanbase: Organic Growth vs TikTok Fame
05:59 – Video Backer Update: Fall Into The Silence Progress
11:28 – Why Sharing Song Meaning Live Really Matters
20:33 – Finding the Right People for Your Creative Vision
26:50 – Studio Update: Final Day of Guitar Recording Tomorrow
33:37 – Biggest Life Lesson We’ve Learned from Touring
41:33 – If We Weren’t Musicians… What Would We Be?
49:54 – Your Reactions to Last Week’s Advice Episode
51:25 – What We’ve Been Practicing This Week
54:15 – New Healthy Habits We’ve Picked Up Recently
58:55 – What We’re Looking Forward to Right Now
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Hard Lessons & Honest Advice: What We Wish We Knew | DIAMOND CAST 031
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re diving into the hard-earned lessons of being a musician — the things we wish we knew starting out, what’s changed over time, and the advice we’d give to our younger selves. Whether you're chasing creative goals, dealing with critics, or struggling to get started, this episode is packed with real talk and practical insights from the Diamond Black camp.
Here’s what we cover:
- Where is everyone? Team check-in and intros
- What we’d tell our younger selves about music and creativity
- Why loving what you do is everything
- Adam’s sage advice: “You don’t suck as much as you used to”
- Tips for staying focused and motivated when you feel stuck
- Unlearning bad habits and shifting assumptions
- The importance of choosing the right band members
- Dealing with criticism: How we handle it
- Struggling to start? Advice for bringing ideas to life
- Maintaining healthy boundaries as a creative
- The inspiration behind our sigil/rune designs
- Adam’s journey: From band merch to launching a design company
- Early backer perks for our next video—announced here first!
Drop a comment: What advice would YOU give your younger self about creativity or music? Let us know!
00:00 – Intro: Let’s Get Into It
00:49 – Roll Call: Where Is Everyone This Week?
06:36 – Episode Overview: What’s On the Table Today
06:59 – Advice to Our Younger Selves as Musicians
09:01 – Why Loving What You Do Is Non-Negotiable
14:08 – Adam’s Sage Advice: “You Don’t Suck as Much as You Used To”
17:03 – Creative Struggles: Advice for When You Feel Stuck
21:49 – Stay Focused: The Power of Persistence and Clear Goals
26:16 – Unlearning Bad Habits: Growing Beyond Old Patterns
29:18 – Changing Assumptions: How We’ve Grown Over Time
31:41 – Choose Wisely: The Importance of Picking the Right Bandmates
34:14 – Handling Criticism: Our Advice for Dealing with Feedback
42:52 – Trouble Getting Started? Tips for Bringing Ideas to Life
47:49 – Boundaries Matter: Protecting Your Creative Energy
52:52 – Sigils & Runes: The Inspiration Behind Our Symbol Designs
55:40 – From Merch to Business: Adam’s Design Company Origin Story
57:28 – Sneak Peek: Early Backer Perks for the Next Release
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Stage Chaos, Tour Life & Pre-Show Rituals | DIAMOND CAST 030
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re bringing tour stories, backstage chaos, and a lot of laughs—starting with a silly accent takeover! From the most Rock ‘n’ Roll thing we’ve done this week to onstage disasters and our love for Django Reinhardt, this episode has it all.
We also dive into:
Vinnie’s “TUFF” moment and the question: Who is the TUFF-est band member?
Wild tour stories and the pros & cons of international vs. UK touring
The difference between supporting and headlining (and who really goes last on a co-headline tour)
Our pre-show rituals and what we do to decompress after a show
The worst things to ever happen during a performance
Adam’s hilarious stage invasion story
And we reveal the translated German lyrics from Dark Anthems!
Comment below: Who do YOU think is the TUFF-est in Diamond Black? And have you ever seen a wild onstage disaster at a gig? We want to hear your stories!
00:00 – Intro: Strap In for Chaos
00:42 – Welcome… in Very Silly Accents
03:06 – This Week’s Most Rock ’n’ Roll Moment
05:36 – Why We Love Django Reinhardt
07:41 – Vinnie’s TUFF Moment of Glory
09:02 – Fan Question: Who’s the TUFF-est of Us All?
10:21 – Tour Stories: Madness on the Road
15:27 – Touring UK vs Internationally: Pros & Cons
21:48 – Support or Headline: Which One Rules?
24:52 – Co-Headline Dilemma: Who Plays Last?
27:29 – Pre-Show Rituals: What Gets Us Stage-Ready?
33:34 – Post-Show Vibes: What Happens After the Lights Go Down
37:16 – Performance Disasters: Our Worst Onstage Moments
44:43 – Adam’s Ridiculous Stage Invasion Story
46:49 – Dark Anthems: The German Lyrics Revealed
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Recording Progress & Discipline | DIAMOND CAST 029
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re diving into the album recording process— how we stay focused, the techniques we’ve been using, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. Plus, we share some incredible feedback on Dark Anthems, including testimonials from CJ Wildheart and Jesus Jones!
Here’s what’s coming up:
- Where is Vincent? A missing drummer mystery
- Album recording update: Progress and latest sessions
- Staying focused in the studio: How we organize the recording process
- Self-discipline in recording: Different approaches we use
- Recording techniques we’ve been experimenting with
- Biggest lessons we’ve learned while making the album
- Dark Anthems long sleeve ON SALE NOW!
- Dark Anthems single: Artist feedback from those featured on the track
- CJ Wildheart shares his thoughts on Dark Anthems
- Jesus Jones’ Iain Baker on why he loves the song
- Fan comments and reactions to the new single
- Diamond Cast is now available as an audio podcast on all platforms!
Drop a comment below: What’s your favourite track of ours so far, and what do you think of Dark Anthems? Let us know!
00:00 - Intro: What’s Coming Up This Week
02:29 - Where is Vincent? The Mystery of the Missing Drummer
05:11 - Album Recording Update: How Far Along Are We?
11:55 - Staying Focused: How We Organize the Recording Process
15:06 - Self-Discipline in the Studio: Different Approaches That Work
17:08 - Recording Techniques: What We’ve Been Experimenting With
23:44 - Lessons From the Studio: What We’ve Learned Recording This Album
27:55 - Dark Anthems Long Sleeve Shirt Now Available!
30:43 - Dark Anthems Single: What the Featured Artists Think
33:54 - CJ Wildheart on Dark Anthems: His Honest Thoughts
34:14 - Jesus Jones’ Iain Baker on Dark Anthems: His Take
36:27 - Fan Reactions: What You’re Saying About Dark Anthems
44:36 - Big News: Diamond Cast Is Now Available as an Audio Podcast!
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Record Labels, New EP, and Album BTS | DIAMOND CAST 028
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re diving deep into the world of music in 2025, discussing the highs and lows of being an independent band, and dropping some exciting announcements! From upcoming releases to rare gear finds, this episode has it all.
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Here’s what we’re covering:
- What’s Under Ben’s Hat? The mystery finally revealed
- Adam’s Strange Talent: Writing 1920s Music Hall tunes… in his sleep?
- Record Labels in 2025: Are they still relevant? Pros and cons for today’s bands
- Diamond Black EP Announcement: Is new music on the way?
- Debut Album Plans: Our strategy for releasing the highly-anticipated album
- The Reality of Being Independent: Hidden challenges you might not expect
- New Merch Coming Soon: Long sleeves are on the way!
- Building the Right Team: Why it matters for band success
- Recording Challenges: The struggles and surprises we faced in the studio
- Adam’s Rare Bass Pedal Find: The gear story you won’t believe
- Real-Time Album Documentary: How Diamond Cast is capturing the making of the album
- Anthem of the Week: Our current musical obsession
Drop a comment below: What do you think about record labels in 2025? And are you ready for a Diamond Black EP? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay connected with all things Diamond Black!
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00:00 - Welcome to This Week’s Diamond Cast!
00:39 - Dark Anthems is OUT NOW!
02:01 - Adam’s Latest Purchase… A Full-Sized Dalek?!
05:47 - Ben’s Big Change – What’s Happening?
08:37 - You Can Buy Dark Anthems Now! Support the Music
09:45 - What Actually Makes a Track Heavy?
16:46 - What Defines a Dark Anthem?
20:17 - How Do Dark Songs Lift Us Up Instead of Dragging Us Down?
24:55 - Does Your Mood Influence What Music You Listen To?
28:43 - Adam’s DJ Stories – Behind the Decks
29:52 - Music as an Emotional Outlet – Processing Through Sound
31:21 - Our Ultimate Angry & Sad Songs – What Do We Crank Up?
35:41 - It’s Vincent’s Birthday! 🎉
36:24 - The Ultimate Debate – Are Diamond Black Goth?
45:26 - Do You Wear Your Goth Clothes to the Supermarket? (Be Honest!)
47:43 - Join Our Discord! Connect with the DB Community
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Dark Anthems, Heavy Music & The Power of Dark Songs | DIAMOND CAST 027
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re celebrating the release of Dark Anthems and diving deep into what makes a track heavy, what defines a dark anthem, and why music helps us process emotions. But first… Adam bought a life-sized Dalek?!
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Here’s what’s coming up:
- Dark Anthems is OUT NOW! Stream it, buy it, and let it guide you
- Adam’s Dalek obsession reaches new heights… literally
- Ben’s big change – What’s different?
- What actually makes a track "heavy"? Is it the sound, the mood, or something deeper?
- The power of dark anthems – Why do they uplift rather than bring us down?
- Does your mood influence the music you listen to?
- Adam’s DJing experiences – The highs, the lows, and the unexpected requests
- The ultimate debate: Are Diamond Black actually goth?!
- Do you wear your goth clothes to the supermarket? Let’s be honest…
- It’s Vincent’s birthday! 🎉
- Join our Discord!** Be part of the DB community
Drop a comment below: What’s YOUR ultimate "Dark Anthem"? And do you think Diamond Black is goth? Let’s hear it!
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00:00 - Welcome to This Week’s Diamond Cast!
00:39 - Dark Anthems is OUT NOW!
02:01 - Adam’s Latest Purchase… A Full-Sized Dalek?!
05:47 - Ben’s Big Change – What’s Happening?
08:37 - You Can Buy Dark Anthems Now! Support the Music
09:45 - What Actually Makes a Track Heavy?
16:46 - What Defines a Dark Anthem?
20:17 - How Do Dark Songs Lift Us Up Instead of Dragging Us Down?
24:55 - Does Your Mood Influence What Music You Listen To?
28:43 - Adam’s DJ Stories – Behind the Decks
29:52 - Music as an Emotional Outlet – Processing Through Sound
31:21 - Our Ultimate Angry & Sad Songs – What Do We Crank Up?
35:41 - It’s Vincent’s Birthday! 🎉
36:24 - The Ultimate Debate – Are Diamond Black Goth?
45:26 - Do You Wear Your Goth Clothes to the Supermarket? (Be Honest!)
47:43 - Join Our Discord! Connect with the DB Community
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Songwriting Deep Dive + Crafting the Perfect Album | DIAMOND CAST 026
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re diving deep into songwriting, creativity, and the making of our upcoming album—but first, we have some BIG NEWS... Adam got a juicer!
Beyond the juice-fueled revelations, we’re talking about:
- Bass recording updates and how Adam gets in the zone
- The impact of your workspace on creativity and productivity
- Do you need to know what a song is about before writing the music?
- How do you decide what to write about? The challenges and inspirations behind lyrics
- Songwriting workshops and what we’ve learned from them
- The themes of our upcoming album—how do they compare to what we’ve released so far?
- Deciding on song order and Natalie’s formula for the perfect album flow
- Do you have to be sad to write sad music? Or is it all just a myth?
- Balancing emotion and technical skill when crafting songs
- The evolution of lyrics in "Dark Anthems"—how and why they changed
- Our favorite Diamond Black songs to play live
- Microphone headsets... yes or no?
- Our anthems of the week—what’s been on repeat for us lately
Join the conversation and drop a comment below: Do you think song order matters? What’s your go-to anthem this week? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more from Diamond Cast!
00:00 - Intro & What’s Coming Up
01:49 - Adam’s Life-Changing Juicer Revelation
04:44 - Bass Recording Updates & How Adam Gets in ‘The Zone’
05:11 - Does Your Workspace Affect Creativity?
09:14 - Writing Music: Do You Need to Know the Meaning First?
15:22 - Finding the Right Lyrics: How Do You Decide What to Write About?
17:11 - Songwriting Workshops & Lessons Learned
18:31 - Crafting the Album: How We Picked the Themes
20:33 - How Do the New Songs Compare to Our Previous Work?
23:13 - The Art of Track Listing: Deciding on Song Order
25:59 - Natalie’s Secret Formula for the Perfect Album Flow
28:30 - Where Do We Get Our Musical Inspiration From?
29:55 - Do You Have to Be Sad to Write Sad Music?
37:20 - Balancing Emotion & Technical Skill in Songwriting
40:33 - The Evolution of Lyrics in "Dark Anthems"
41:59 - Changing Lyrics to Fit the Melody – When & Why?
46:08 - Our Favorite Diamond Black Songs to Play Live
49:13 - Should We Use Microphone Headsets on Stage?
51:04 - Our Anthems of the Week – What We’re Listening To
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Vocal Recording, Honest Feedback & Big Announcements! | DIAMOND CAST 025
This week on Diamond Cast, we’re deep in the recording process and bringing you all the latest updates from the studio! From vocal sessions to drum recordings, we’re breaking down what’s working, what’s not, and why honest feedback is key to making great music.
Here’s what’s coming up:
- Vocal recording sessions update – where we’re at in the album process
- Vincent’s drum recordings – how they’re shaping up
- The importance of giving honest feedback (even when it’s tough!)
- Adam’s unexpected guitar shop find… fate or just good timing?
- Behind-the-scenes filming of recording sessions
- Fan question: What’s it like being a lead singer?
- Are songs better when the singer believes what they’re singing?
- Discord top-supporters tier announcement – new perks incoming!
- Bring Me The Horizon’s cover of Wonderwall – love it or hate it?
- Roger Taylor fixing his old drum recordings – should artists tweak their past work?
- Shoutout to our amazing Discord members!
- Big news! Diamond Cast will soon be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more!
Drop a comment below: What’s your take on honest feedback in music? And are you excited to stream Diamond Cast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts? Let us know!
00:00 - Start
01:20 - Vocal Recording Sessions Update!
11:18 - Feedback on Vincent’s drum recordings!
12:43 - THIS IS BORING
13:47 - Giving honest feedback
17:54 - Adam’s fortuitous trip to the guitar shop…
20:30 - BTS filming of recording sessions
21:28 - FAN QUESTIONS: What’s it like being lead singer?
26:05 - Are songs better when the singer believes what they are singing?
28:36 - Discord top-supporters tier announcement!
31:33 - Bring Me The Horizon’s cover of Wonderwall
33:46 - Roger Taylor fixing his old drum recordings
39:31 - Shout out to Discord members
39:52 - Diamond Cast will soon be available on Spotify, Apple podcasts + more!
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