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    Castbitten

    A dungeon synth podcast
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    Episodes (23)

    Ep 22 - Erreth-Akbe

    Ep 22 - Erreth-Akbe
    Sup friends! Erreth-Akbe creator Kelsey joined the show today to share details on their Earthsea-inspired dungeon synth project. We spoke on their hugely successful recent release, the technical struggles of composing music in a DAW, and the influence of Appalachian square dancing on dungeon synth. Be sure to check out Kelsey's music on Bandcamp!

    Ep 21 - Elyvilon Returns

    Ep 21 - Elyvilon Returns
    Sup friends! Tristan, the musician responsible for Elyvilon, returns to the show today to share some insight on his sophomore release "Drums in the Deepwood". Lotta troll talk in this one, as well as some chatter on artistic inspiration, writing with a purpose, and dungeon synth economics. Be sure to check out Tristan's music on bandcamp, YouTube, and streaming services!
    Castbitten
    enMay 21, 2022

    Ep 20 - Forgotten Relic/Gray Friar

    Ep 20 - Forgotten Relic/Gray Friar
    Sup friends! My buddy Joe joined the show today to give some insight on his projects Forgotten Relic, Gray Friar, and Hidden Passage. We get into the weeds on transitioning from bands to solo projects, studying medieval history, and playing clawhammer banjo. Be sure to check Joe's projects out on bandcamp!

    Ep 19 - Runesong

    Ep 19 - Runesong
    Sup friends! My good friend Toni hopped onto the show today to give a rundown of his recent project Runesong and its widely successful release For the Forgotten Spirit. We cover Finnish folklore, pre-internet music discovery, and secret forest dance parties. Be sure to check out Runesong on bandcamp!

    Ep 17 - Cursebitten (with Elyvilon and Grackdraws)

    Ep 17 - Cursebitten (with Elyvilon and Grackdraws)
    Sup friends! We've got a special episode today. Elyvilon and Grackdraws came onto the cast to interview none other than Trev himself, both drawing out details on the new Cursebitten album ‘Northwarder’ as well as investigating what it’s like to host Castbitten. Be sure to check out Elyvilon’s music and Grackdraws’ art as well as the new Cursebitten release!

    Ep 15 - Grim Father

    Ep 15 - Grim Father
    Sup friends! Chris from Grim Father went into detail on their dark fantasy dungeon synth and all the thought and work that goes into it. Be sure to check out their music on bandcamp and be on the lookout for their upcoming split with ORCUS!

    Ep 14 - ORCUS/Vicious Mockery Records

    Ep 14 - ORCUS/Vicious Mockery Records
    Sup friends! Sam joined the show today to talk about their work as Vicious Mockery Records as well as the music that they make under a handful of projects, including ORCUS, L A N D S R A A D, and Villein, among others. Be sure to check out all their releases and their label on bandcamp!

    Ep 11 - Thanaphos

    Ep 11 - Thanaphos
    Sup friends! Thanaphos came onto the show to tell us about their wonderful dark ambient project and their relatively recent introduction into writing music and playing with sound. Be sure to check out their music on bandcamp as well as the major streaming services!
    Castbitten
    enNovember 07, 2021

    Ep 9 - Willow Tea

    Ep 9 - Willow Tea
    Sup friends! Wayne, the spectacular artist behind Willow Tea, Gnornian, Fjældmark, Reväwbrø, and The Orb Weaver came onto the show today to discuss themselves and all of their wonderful projects. Be sure to check out their releases on bandcamp!

    Ep 8 - Grackdraws

    Ep 8 - Grackdraws
    Sup friends! Really fun episode today. Reed (aka Grackdraws) hopped on the show to share some info on how she creates such incredible dungeon synth cover art as well as other dungeon-inspired pieces. Be sure to check out grackdraws on instagram and etsy!

    Ep 6 - Chanterelle

    Ep 6 - Chanterelle
    Sup friends! Really fun episode today. I spoke with Tony about his lovely project Chanterelle and all of the success surrounding it. We speak on Tony's musical background, his various sources of inspiration, and all of the wild details that surround foraging. Be sure to check out Chanterelle's wonderful releases and to keep an eye out for their upcoming album Bioluminescence!

    Ep 5 - Elyvilon

    Ep 5 - Elyvilon
    Sup friends! I had a wonderful time talking with Tristan from Elyvilon on this episode, covering the writing process for his recent release "Nimueh's Gift" and plenty more. Be sure to check out the album wherever you listen to music!