Lostprophets Interview (2012) | Ian Watkins on Music & Touring | Ryan Minic, Ryan's Rock Show

In an August 2012 interview with Ryan Minic of Ryan’s Rock Show, Ian Watkins of Lostprophets discusses his musical journey just weeks before his criminal activities became public. He reflects on his early days in the Cardiff music scene, influenced by Disco Assassins, which led to forming Public Disturbance. Watkins talks about the close-knit local scene, his band’s influences like Agnostic Front and New York hardcore, and memorable UK hardcore shows with bands like VOD and Subzero. He shares experiences from their early U.S. shows, touring with bands like Glassjaw, and his admiration for Skrillex and Bring Me The Horizon. Watkins explains that Lostprophets’ songwriting focused on jamming and organic creation, emphasizing honesty in their music. Despite the challenges of touring, he loved it and continued to engage in graphic design for the band. At the time, he felt that after 13 years in the music industry, it was all he knew. This interview occurred weeks before he was arrested, leading to his 2013 conviction and 29-year imprisonment for multiple sex offenses involving young children and infants. The original interview was posted here: http://www.ryansrockshow.com/intervie...