On the new record you collaborate with poets Stephen Morrison-Burke, Hollie McNish, She drew the Gun and Steve Mason - were they natural bedfellows for this project? Does working with new artists from varying disciplines offer a refreshing challenge?

“It does indeed. They are like-minded politically and the music, I believe, allows space for their words to resonate. Hopefully it’s a good match and enticing enough for people to listen, take note, but enjoy at the same time.”

You're clearly not reluctant to address political issues or themes; do you feel compelled to air your political anger, frustration and grievances?

“I have done more so in recent years, especially as things seem to unravel under our very noses. They keep taking the piss and we seem to let them get away with it. The media coverage isn't much better at highlighting the anger, frustration, and grievances of those out there taking the hit for securing profit over people, so yes, I do feel the need to vent and speak up for what I believe in and at least ask the questions that should stir up debate. But then it's obvious to me what's right and what's wrong. It shouldn't be up for debate - we shouldn't even be here discussing free healthcare, or zero hour contracts, or subsidising nuclear builds in the 21st century. The fight for our rights was fought out decades ago only for them to be systematically stripped away from us. It's been happening in Europe for the last twenty-five years and has met little resistance.”