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The Distorted DNA of Download Festival

Exploring the music, culture and legacy of the Download Festival. Born out of the ashes of Monsters of Rock at Donington Park.

Radio Nottingham,6 episodes

Episodes

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6. Glitch
Exposing the hurdles and challenges of putting on an event of this size.
13 Jun 2024,50 mins
5. Synthesis
Discover the role dance and drum and bass has played at Download Festival.
13 Jun 2024,32 mins
4. To walk in these shoes
Explore those who have taken the headline slot at Download Festival.
13 Jun 2024,50 mins
3. Peripheral visions
Discover some of the less traditional acts and exhibitions to have appeared.
13 Jun 2024,51 mins
2. The spotlight
Explore some of the greatest performances to have happened at Download Festival.
13 Jun 2024,43 mins
1. Nothing like the first time
Festival booker Andy Copping talks about the launch of Download.
13 Jun 2024,37 mins