STONE frontman Fin Power caused quite a stir this week when he published a message to fans via social media explaining why the band had parted company with their record label and their experience as a band.

He didn't hold back from criticising the imposed creative process, social media strategy and lack of delivery of promises made to the group that persuaded them to sign the deal in the first instance and overshadowed the release (and success) of debut album 'Fear for a Lifetime'.

You can read the statement via X here: https://x.com/STONELIVERPOOL/status/1920930114063188460

This is a fascinating interview revealing the nature of being signed to a major label providing great insight for music fans and emerging artists alike.

Freshly Squeezed is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.