Episode 57: Richard Johnson (Drugs of Faith, Agoraphobic Nosebleed)

Richard Johnson's work in the underground music world stretches back to the early 90s. From his fanzine Disposable Underground (now an online music blog) to his early recording work with Enemy Soil, Johnson has spent plenty of time writing, performing and writing about music.

Asymmetrical (released this Friday on Selfmadegod Records and Malokul) is the latest release (and first album in 14 years) from one of Johnson's current bands Drugs of Faith — and a blistering grind n' roll explosion it is too.

We discuss the record, some of Johnson's other musical history and projects, Non Serviam, Disposable Underground, Napalm Death, Pig Destroyer, Killing Joke, Einstürzende Neubauten, the state of the music industry, phone interviews and learning to type.

Closing track: Gas Mask (Selfmadegod Records, 2025)

band photo: Ivan Khilko

For all things Richard Johnson and Drugs of Faith:

Drugs of Faith

Selfmadegod Records (CDs)

Malokul (vinyl)

Disposable Underground

Podcast artwork and logo: https://www.garjk.com/

Intro music: "Detachment" by Tom Osman

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