Go behind the scenes with Diamond Black, the dark rock band fronted by Ben Christo (The Sisters of Mercy), as they pull back the curtain on their creative journey. From songwriting secrets and recording sessions to the music industry’s hidden truths, Diamond Cast is where heavy riffs meet deep conversations. Join Ben, Adam, and Vincent as they discuss the stories behind the music, their influences, the highs and lows of band life, and the anthems that guide them through the darkness. Featuring special guests, fan Q&As, and uncensored banter, this podcast is more than just music—it's a community. New episodes every week. Tune in, turn it up, and let Diamond Cast guide you.
This week on Diamond Cast, we're reflecting on a huge milestone for Diamond Black—the video shoot for Fall Into The Silence, our very first official fan meetup, and exciting updates on the upcoming album.
We answer your questions about touring, venues, release plans, and the mysterious world of ego risers! Plus, tambourine fun in the studio, EPKs explained, and an official release date reveal for Fall Into The Silence.
00:00 – Back in the Studio: Let’s Catch Up
01:15 – Behind the Scenes of the Fall Into The Silence Video
06:21 – Our First Official Diamond Black Fan Meetup!
12:49 – How Do We Choose What Cities and Venues to Play?
16:05 – Tour Talk: Is There a Plan for the Album Release?
17:22 – What Even Is an Ego Riser?!
21:15 – Where We're At with the New Album
25:38 – Studio Mayhem: The Great Tambourine Take
28:37 – What’s a Band EPK (and Why Should You Care)?
32:45 – Inside the Recording Process for the Album
35:56 – Official Announcement: Fall Into The Silence Release Date
40:27 – What We’re Most Excited About for Diamond Black’s Future
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This week on Diamond Cast, we welcome a very special guest: Charlie from MindArt Visual, the visionary director behind both our Dark Anthems video and our upcoming video for Fall Into The Silence.
We take you deep behind the scenes—talking green screens, slow-motion syncing, performance tricks, and the creative challenges of making music videos that hit just as hard emotionally as they do visually.
From crafting intimacy on camera to the art of directing bands (and dealing with chaos), this episode is full of insight, stories, and a real appreciation for what it takes to turn sound into cinema.
Whether you're into music, filmmaking, or just want to know how the Fall Into The Silence video came to life—this one’s for you.
00:59 – Welcome Charlie from MindArt Visual
02:56 – How the Dark Anthems Video Came Together
06:16 – Green Screen Filming: Rewarding but Tricky
07:58 – What It’s Like Directing a Rock Band on Set
13:11 – Why Having a Clear Visual Vision Matters
17:49 – Capturing Intimacy in a Performance Video
20:26 – Accuracy vs Emotion: The Music Video Balancing Act
23:07 – Playing at Different Speeds for Visual Impact
27:43 – The Challenges of Filming Separately as a Band
28:32 – Chloe Ozwell’s Role in Fall Into The Silence
31:10 – Our Favourite Moments from the FITS Video Shoot
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This week on Diamond Cast, we’re joined by our incredible friend and collaborator Chloe Ozwell, just one day after wrapping the shoot for our upcoming video Fall Into The Silence.
In this in-person, post-shoot chat, we talk about everything from Chloe’s musical and creative journey to what it was like performing in the video itself—and the powerful themes that tie the whole thing together.
Expect laughter, insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and a deeper look into what makes collaborations like this so special. If you want a peek into the heart behind the visuals, this one’s for you.
00:55 – Welcome to Special Guest Chloe Ozwell
01:57 – Chloe’s Musical Journey So Far
08:12 – Teaser: Chloe’s Upcoming Solo Project
12:06 – How Our Collaboration Came Together
14:50 – When Chloe Took the Stage with Diamond Black
16:20 – Why Being Easy to Work With Matters
17:30 – How the Fall Into The Silence Video Came to Life
23:11 – What It Was Like Performing On-Camera
26:24 – The Creative Power of a Solid Foundation
30:55 – Chloe’s Story of Self-Discovery
34:09 – What We’re Taking Away from the Video Shoot
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This week on Diamond Cast, we’re diving deep into the world of festivals—the chaos, the community, and the moments that stay with you forever (for better or worse).
From muddy fields to dream lineups, festival food to plectrum survival tips, the band shares their first-ever festival memories, wildest backstage stories, and what it really takes to pull off a great set in the blazing daylight.
Plus: the weirdest thing we’ve seen at Hellfest, our quickfire “ban this from festivals” round, and the latest update on the Fall Into The Silence video fundraiser.
Whether you're a festival veteran or just here for the stories, this one’s a wild ride. See you in the pit.
00:00 – Intro: Let’s Talk Festivals (and Forecasts)
01:05 – The Weather Chat No One Asked For
09:33 – The One Thing We Always Bring to a Festival
13:42 – Always Have a Plectrum: Festival Survival 101
16:28 – Our First-Ever Festival Experiences
20:17 – Hellfest’s “Drunk Test” Stations?!
21:26 – Best (and Weirdest) Festival Food We’ve Had
24:47 – Favourite Festivals & Why the Metal Community Rules
30:26 – The First Festival We Ever Played
32:43 – Challenges of Playing Festivals (It’s Not All Glam)
36:18 – What We Do Offstage at Festivals
40:56 – Daylight Gigs: Playing Festivals Without the Mood Lighting
43:44 – Changing the Setlist for Festival Crowds
45:03 – The Best and Worst Parts of Festival Life
47:24 – Our Most Chaotic Festival Moments
52:54 – Quickfire Round: What Should Be Banned From Festivals?
55:36 – Our Dream Festival Line-ups
58:58 – Festivals We’d Love to Play Someday
59:56 – Fall Into The Silence Video Fundraiser Update
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This week on Diamond Cast, we're wrapping up our Musicians’ Mental Health Month series with one of the most important conversations yet: how to stay creative and keep going when the world around you is loud, chaotic, or just… heavy.
From turning grief into lyrics, to those mornings when getting out of bed feels impossible, the band opens up about what it really means to create while navigating real-life struggles—and how music becomes both an outlet and a lifeline.
We also share the latest update on the Fall Into The Silence video shoot, pay tribute to artists who’ve inspired us through their approach to mental health, and yes—kick things off with a chat about tea and touring (because of course we do).
This episode is about honesty, resilience, and the tools that help keep us moving forward. You’re not alone—and this one’s for you.
00:00 – Intro: Time to Talk (and Sip Tea for St George)
01:22 – Tea Talk & Touring Traditions
04:02 – The Golden Rule of Touring: Know Where the Music Shops Are
07:18 – Fall Into The Silence: Video Shoot Update!
08:32 – Musicians’ Mental Health Month: The Final Chapter
09:17 – How to Stay Creative in the Middle of Chaos
16:00 – Start Now: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Moment
21:34 – Is Writing During Stress Cathartic—or Too Much?
27:23 – Music as a Way Through the Misery
30:27 – Turning Pain Into Lyrics: Our Creative Process
34:29 – Why Making Yourself Cry Might Mean You’re Doing It Right
38:04 – Artists We Admire for Their Views on Mental Health
40:49 – Getting Out of Bed on the Hardest Days
43:57 – Adam’s Go-To “Tool” for Getting Unstuck
45:01 – Real Resources for Musicians Facing Mental Health Struggles
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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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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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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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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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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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