Episode 374: CANCER PUNCHER II: Steve Hobson (Bad Boat/Cancer Puncher organiser), Carl King (Two Tales of Woe) & Gareth Ruddock (Skypilot)

In this pre-recorded episode, I sit down with Steve Hobson — organiser of Cancer Puncher and drummer of Bad Boat — alongside Carl King of Two Tales of Woe and Gareth Ruddock of Skypilot to talk all things Cancer Puncher 2. We discuss how the original Cancer Puncher charity event came together following the diagnosis of Lymphoma in Haint frontman Ian, as well as the impact cancer has had on friends, family and members of the local music scene. Steve opens up about organizing the first event, the incredible response from bands and fans, and raising more than €3,000 for Cancer Focus NI, Belfast City Hospital Cancer Unit and Southern Hospice Trust. The conversation also covers the upcoming Cancer Puncher 2 event, the importance of the Metal and alternative scene pulling together for charity, raffle prizes donated by bands including Therapy?, Ten Ton Slug and Slomatics, and why this final event means so much to everyone involved. Topics include: Cancer Puncher 2 charity event Bad Boat reunion Northern Ireland metal scene Two Tales of Woe interview Skypilot interview Charity fundraising through music Cancer awareness and community support Local bands supporting Cancer Focus NI Underground metal and alternative music in Ireland Tickets Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cancer-puncher-ii-tickets-1984458781636 If you enjoy grassroots music, Northern Ireland metal, charity events, podcasts, band interviews and the DIY scene, make sure to like, comment and subscribe. CancerPuncher2 #livemetal #metalcommunity #irishmetal #metal #metalpodcast #charityconcert #alternativemusic #belfast #cancerawareness #heavymusic #podcastinterview