Season 4 - Ep. 2 - Johnny Marriott from UK Band PET NEEDS Talks About Their Big Breakout Year

Season 4 - Ep. 2 - Johnny Marriott from UK Band PET NEEDS Talks About Their Big Breakout Year

Author: Powered By Rock March 13, 2023 Duration: 1:05:56

Hello and welcome to the Powered By Rock podcast where I am going to be speaking with Johnny Marriot from the UK pop-rock/punk band Pet Needs today.

Pet Needs had one helluva year last year as they not only put out their second LP entitled Primetime Entertainment, but they also toured extensively throughout the year with a major opening slot on Frank Turner’s 50 States in 50 Days Tour which is not just huge, but it was one of the most entertaining shows from start to finish I have ever seen.

The band has played shows non-stop aside from the lockdown since 2017, and they released their first album Fractured Party Music in 2021 while everything was on pause. Both albums are absolute magic, if you ask me.

The last thing to know about this band is that they truly play a great live show and engage with crowds of all sizes like they are playing songs just for you. It’s a hard thing to do, but I imagine years of grinding out local gigs helped create the performances that they put out today.


Intro Music: "Colorado" by Birds Love Filters

Outro Music: "Snail Mail" by Speedway Sleeper

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"Ibiza In Winter" broadcast with direct consent from PET NEEDS

PET NEEDS' Links: https://linktr.ee/petneeds

Make sure to check out Johnny's Recommendations: Kid Capichi, Rancid, PUP


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00:00 - Intro

02:13 - Segment 1 - Johnny from PET NEEDS talks about the songwriting process for Primetime Entertainment and how depression changed the scope of the music

30:04 - Reverend Guitars

30:54 - Segment 2 - In the Spotlight hot seat questions with Johnny from PET NEEDS

53:23 - "Ibiza In Winter" by PET NEEDS

56:23 - diyrockcareer.com

56:56 - Segment 3 - Upcoming shows and news from PET NEEDS

01:04:04 - Outro and thanks


Tune in to The Powered By Rock Podcast for a raw and genuine look at the world of independent rock music. Host Isaac Kuhlman sits down with DIY musicians and bands who are building their careers from the ground up, offering a platform for their stories that you won't find anywhere else. These conversations go far beyond typical interviews; you'll hear firsthand about the life experiences, struggles, and creative triumphs that fuel their music. Each episode digs into the substance behind the sound, weaving in discussions about music theory and the broader landscape of rock without ever getting too academic or dry. The whole point of this podcast is to preserve and celebrate the spirit of rock that has inspired generations, ensuring those authentic voices and their stories are passed along. Expect a mix of insightful commentary and spontaneous, often humorous, moments that reflect the unpredictable nature of the genre itself. It’s a passionate and personal exploration for anyone who believes rock is more than just background noise-it's a living, breathing force powered by the people who make it.
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