E268 Arya Goggin of Skindred on New Music and Releasing Their Biggest Record 20 Years Into Their Career
This week, we're scratching The Itch for a homecoming! Arya Goggin of Skindred was our second ever interview, back in November 2020. To celebrate 5 years as a podcast, the man who drums on our theme song makes his long overdue return to keep our weekly interview streak going. We've spoken at length about the huge role Skindred plays in The Itch's story, so Arya was the perfect choice. And he brings not only a great memory of his experiences in St. Louis (and our previous conversation), but the amazing story of Skindred's unexpected grassroots ascent to the top of the UK music charts with their most recent album Smile , a side project he hopes the world eventually hears, and a surprising percussion instrument that might make an appearance on Skindred's completed ninth album. Arya was one of our first guests, and he's one of our favorites. Enjoy.
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Arya Goggin
Arya Goggin has been the drummer for the ragga-metal band Skindred since 2002. He lives in London with his wife, cats real and porcelain, and at least one Queen coffee mug.
