Revolver Fan First

Ville Valo discusses the music that built him as a young musician, life after HIM, his new solo record "Neon Noir," his obsession with Black Sabbath riffs, his take on Type O Negative's Peter Steele, the darkest time of his life, what to expect from the "Neon Noir" live experience, the bands that changed everything, the music he hates the most and more. This show is presented by DistroKid, a digital distribution service created for artists that makes uploading to all your favourite music platforms a fast and easy process. Get your songs up on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon, Deezer, Tidal and many more - quickly! We have a special offer for Fan First listeners/viewers. Visit http://distrokid.com/vip/fanfirst for a 30% discount on the first year of your DistroKid subscription.

Serj Tankian of System of A Down speaks about fighting injustice with guitars, his early musical loves, why the release of Toxicity was SOAD's most challenging moment, becoming an artist, his new solo record "Perplex Cities," his next live project, his forthcoming memoir and lots more. 

Neil Fallon dives deep into his history as a music fan, from the fringe music scenes of Washington D.C. through to his favourite lyrics of all time and the stories of his new record.

Parkway Drive's Winston McCall talks about doing a Guns 'N Roses' November Rain on their new album, "Darker Still," going beyond metalcore, how to solve the problem of creating new headliner bands, what Rammstein taught him, the secret stories behind their most listened to songs like "Prey", "Carrion" and "The Void" plus lots more. Hosted by Christina Rowatt. 

Nita Strauss talks about her shift from Alice Cooper's touring band after eight years to Demi Lovato's all-girl band, her long history as one of the world's premier guitar players, the fan's response to her move and much more in this week's episode of the Fan First podcast. Hosted by Christina Rowatt.

Johnny 3 Tears of Hollywood Undead shares the artists he thinks break the rules most freely, the artists who made him, the meaning of his tattoos, the other path he could have taken and the story of their new record, "Hotel Kalifornia."

Iconic rock artists including Maynard James Keenan (Tool), Rob Halford (Judas Priest), Scott Ian (Anthrax), Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Devin Townsend, Buzz Osborne (Melvins), Reba Meyers (Code Orange), John 5 (Rob Zombie) and Slash (Guns N' Roses) tell us about the bands that changed their life for REVOLVER's Fan First podcast. Hosted by Christina Rowatt.

Ryan of Demon Hunter shares the bands that made him and the artists that changed heavy music forever across metal and hardcore and all its sub-genres. He also delves deep into the new record and his band's 20-year history.

Chris Motionless of Motionless in White hails the artists that made him and reflects on his early days in music. Also features a guest appearance from his Motionless in White bandmates who reflect on the darkest era of music.

Satyr of Norwegian black metal band Satyricon recounts his early days devouring 1970's rock, the moment he discovered extreme metal and eventually co-founded a movement, and the bands who keep the energy of the music fresh, surprising and dark. He also discusses creating music for the Edvard Munch exhibition, what really defines black metal (and what doesn't) and lots more. 

Anthrax legend and thrash metal icon Scott Ian shares the story of the artists that made him a fan, from his early years when he transferred his love of comics and horror to metal via Black Sabbath's first record and KISS, through to his history with brothers in arms Metallica and Pantera and who he believes is the greatest live band of all time.

Emma Boster of Dying Wish talks about being a part of what is unfolding as one of hardcore's most exciting eras, the artists and records that made her and her journey to the microphone. She also does a deep dive on the story behind the lyrics of their incendiary first record, "Fragments of a Bitter Memory."

Billy Howerdel (A Perfect Circle) discusses his new solo record, "What Normal Was," reflects on the 22nd anniversary of A Perfect Circle's seismic debut, "Mer De Noms," his musical relationship with A Perfect Circle co-pilot Maynard James Keenan, his journey as a songwriter, that time he played bass for Guns 'N' Roses and lots more.

Sean Dowdell (Grey Daze) discusses his long history with former bandmate Chester Bennington (Linkin Park) who he started making music with as a teenager. He also delves deep into the story of the new Grey Daze record "The Phoenix," a loving tribute to Chester's incredible voice and presence which features Chester's original vocals and reinvented versions of Grey Daze classics (the sequel to the band's beloved last release, "Amends").

Puscifer co-vocalist and solo artist Carina Round discusses working with Maynard James Keenan in Puscifer, her spiritual experience with Led Zeppelin's Physical Graffiti, her love of harmonies, her creative process and much more on the latest episode of the REVOLVER Fan First podcast.

Scowl vocalist Kat Moss speaks about her history as a music fan, live from the arena tour Scowl are currently on with Limp Bizkit. She explores her deep love for DIY subculture, the perception of early hardcore vs. nu-metal, the bands and iconic artists that made her who she is, her musical foremothers, who she thinks is this generation's Kurt Cobain, the moment she discovered hardcore and how that changed everything. 

Tom S. Englund of Evergrey shares his story of fandom, from falling for Dire Straits and Pink Floyd as a kid through to his most meaningful fan experiences and what he loves to watch from stage. He also explores creating the Evergrey sonic palette at the same time as "The Gothenburg Sound" emerged,  the intense emotional response to Evergrey's music, his views on the Ukraine war, the power to think freely (and being for or against), lyricists that explore the bigger picture, their brand new album "A Heartless Portrait (The Orphean Testament)" and much more. This podcast is proudly sponsored by DistroKid. For a 30% discount on your next subscription, visit: http://distrokid.com/vip/fanfirst

Cave In's Stephen Brodsky explores Cave In's new record Heavy Pendulum, his vivid history with the groundbreaking Converge, the artists who made him (from Slash to Kurt Cobain), the process of discovering the alternative to alternative music, hardcore, old school emo, Caleb's indelible and eternal imprint on Cave In's music now and then & lots more.  

What are the five songs that changed your life? Some of our favourite guests share the tunes that changed the way they saw music. This episode features Slash, Maynard James Keenan (Tool), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Brandon Boyd (Incubus) and lots more.

Melvins drummer Dale Crover reflects on his history as a fan, from loving the Beatles and KISS (whilst hating Journey) right through to discovering punk rock as a metal head through the early days of the band.  This show is presented by Distrokid. Listeners like you can get 30% off your first yearly subscription here: http://distrokid.com/vip/fanfirst

Mike Scheidt of YOB discusses the artists that guided him down his path as an artist, from David Bowie to Cathedral. He also shares his perspective on the history of doom, the bands that changed everything and goes deep on the heart, sorrow, survival and suffering buried in YOB's music, plus sheds some light on new projects.   

Max Cavalera and Iggor Cavalera share their long history as devout music fans, from discovering Sabbath and seeing Queen right through to the latest tunes they're obsessed by. They also delve into the early years of Sepultura - as the first third world popular heavy metal band - and lots more.  

Meshuggah drummer and lyricist Tomas Haake guests on the latest episode of Revolver's "Fan First" podcast, diving deep into his personal journey as a fan and artist. He looks back on his first drum kit and his years as a teenage metalhead rocking jeans with way too many band patches on them, reflects on his band's pioneering take on heavy music and, of course, discusses their long-awaited new album, 'Immutable.' Hosted by Christina Rowatt.

John Dyer Baizley of Baroness discusses the artists that were catalysts for him becoming a musician, their long-awaited forthcoming record, the visual artists that blow his hair back and lots more. Hosted by Christina Rowatt.

Chevelle singer/guitarist Pete Loeffler talks about his long history as a fan. He explores Chevelle's beginnings with his brother Sam, what felt like their breakthrough moment on Ozzfest in the early 2000s, some very memorable encounters, secrets behind the band's biggest songs, their upcoming tour with Korn and lots more.

Iconic Cypress Hill vocalist B Real shares his long history as a music fan, from hearing the Beatles, getting into heavy metal, being amazed by Ozzy Osbourne through to falling in love with hip hop, being inspired by Public Enemy and what to expect from their forthcoming record, Back In Black. Hosted by Christina Rowatt.

Misha Mansoor of Periphery discusses the artists that shaped him, moved him and changed his perspective on music. From Nirvana's Dave Grohl showing what was possible to Meshuggah and the Dillinger Escape Plan's transition from too much to never enough and lots more about Periphery's journey and his latest record with blackened metal side project, Haunted Shores. Hosted by Christina Rowatt. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kPY6mZh7o1g

Pearl Jam guitarist Stone Gossard talks about the artists and songs that made him who he is, from "Dreamweaver," through Seattle's exciting early 80's underground scene, the bands that undeniably changed his life to some of the unexpected artists he listens to right now (and where he and Eddie Vedder diverge). He also talks about what has kept the core members of Pearl Jam together for so long and how singer Eddie Vedder still constantly surprises him.

Michael Poulsen of Danish band Volbeat explores the story of the bands that made him. These include the "three kings" - Elvis, King Diamond and Chuck Schuldiner of Death - all artists who had a profound impact. He also ruminates on the band's long relationship with Metallica and reflects on the long-lost voyage of discovering new music back in the pre-internet days. He discusses the unique physical challenges that have played into his evolving vocal sound, which band he sold a bike for tickets to their concert and lots more.   

Kirk Windstein of Crowbar explores his long history as a music fan that grew up in the Golden Age of rock and roll. He goes deep on his relationship with Pantera, his bond with Dimebag Darrell and why they were the most significant heavy metal band of the Nineties. He also details his passion for Type O Negative and his first favourite, Elton John. The interview features a detailed exploration of his musical story and Down's origins, his thoughts on the mean streets of New Orleans plus details on forthcoming music: which will include a new Crowbar record, a new solo album and a “reimagined” covers record with Down.

Cannibal Corpse frontman George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher shares his personal journey as a fan, from discovering Black Sabbath to a seismic moment watching Death's Chuck Schuldiner to his experiences in the early Florida death-metal scene and his forthcoming eponymous solo album. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/v4KrNM-fCzA

Matt Pike (Sleep, High on Fire) delves deep into his history as a fan, from breaking his dad's turntable on his 1970's quadraphonic sound system at the age of four to creating his very first solo album. We explore his utopian world, his teenage black mohawk, what happened when the Americans countered British heavy metal and lots more. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l6e4JCijdIQ

Ken Andrews of Failure shares his history as a fan, from his deep love for The Cure through to the surprising bands he still has on repeat. He confirms the band are currently working on a music documentary chronicling their history. He also explores his songwriting process with Failure, connecting with Maynard James Keenan of TOOL when their bands first began, and the open-minded people who embraced both bands at the time. Hosted by Christina Rowatt. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wqHtenMgw1c

Podcast guests Slash (Guns N' Roses), Maynard James Keenan (TOOL), Buzz Osborne (Melvins), Brann Dailor (Mastodon), Chelsea Wolfe, Al Jourgensen (Ministry), Reba Meyers (Code Orange) and more share their Musical Mount Rushmore artists that they would have carved into stone.  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/04x2B5foGvU  

Slash (Guns 'N' Roses) shares his history as a fan of music, from encounters with the Rolling Stones and Aerosmith to right now. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sh00t20Gqzc

Knocked Loose frontman Bryan Garris shares his history as  music fan, from discovering ETID and having Mitch Lucker of Suicide Silence scream in his face, to right now and the creation of the seminal "A Tear In The Fabric of Life" EP.

Every Time I Die's Keith Buckley reflects on his personal journey as a fan and his forever goal onstage: bringing humor and levity to hardcore. He also explores the experience of touring right now as the best version of himself, the music that made him, the first time he won over a room, hardcore mosh-pit etiquette, working out who your real allies are, and lots more. (Note: this interview was recorded on December 1st, before the news broke Keith would be taking a hiatus from touring.) Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/oeNdkNr092Y

Zakk Wylde (Black Label Society) explores the artists that made him, his experiences with Ozzy Osbourne (who plucked the young shredder from obscurity as a teenager) and Elton John, why hearing "Saint" Randy Rhoads for the first time felt like The Beatles' breakthrough, his deep relationship with the endlessly positive Dimebag Darrell of Pantera, what Miles Davis said about the blues, his fondness for yacht rock and lots more. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f4taby4YYgQ

Incubus singer Brandon Boyd delves deep into his history as a music fan in this special episode of the "Fan First" podcast. He shares the story of watching his talented, artistic mother sing and play piano as a kid. As a fifteen year old in 1991, he formed Incubus after becoming enamoured of the incredible new generation of bands emerging at that time. Over the next three decades, Brandon Boyd found his musical voice with Incubus and his own solo work. "Pocket Knife" is the first single from his forthcoming solo record "Echoes and Cocoons", out now. Watch interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/teEOcDL2nLc

Maynard James Keenan (Tool, Puscifer, A Perfect Circle) explores his history as a fan. We return to his origins with Black Sabbath and Joni Mitchell and examine his path to discovering a diverse cross-section of bands, from KISS to Black Flag and Minor Threat. He also explores the writing process with Tool's Danny Carey and Puscifer's Mat Mitchell, explains why he and Puscifer co-vocalist Carina Round are twins, shares what his goal was at the dawn of the Tool era and lots more. Hosted by Christina Rowatt for REVOLVER Magazine.

Heavy metal icon Rob Halford of Judas Priest explores his history as a music fan — dating back to the first time he heard Led Zeppelin's "Whole Lotta Love" bursting from his speakers. He also shares which bands shaped the members of Priest, his journey as a vocalist and lots more. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzTKKBVsugY

Black Veil Brides frontman Andy Biersack reflects on his life as a fan, from obsessively watching KISS VHS tapes to touring the world with hero bands like Motley Crue (and recently opening for Metallica). He also explores controversial moments, challenges the band has faced and the inside story of the band's new album, The Phantom Tomorrow. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/63wiBLgO02A

Mastodon's Brann Dailor shares his lifelong story of fandom, from watching his mom's band rehearse every night through to discovering Judas Priest and then escalating levels of heavy metal, why Death's Human was more significant than Metallica's Black Album, his special bond with sister Skye over King Diamond, how music got him through his darkest moments, rediscovering drums, his early years in bands, forming Mastodon and their new record, 'Hushed and Grim.' Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xkvl5wP4aYY

Tom Morello dives deep into his personal journey as a fan and a musician — from the albums that inspired him to first pick up guitar to the experience of working with two of the greatest vocalists of all time, Zack de la Rocha (in Rage Against the Machine) and Chris Cornell (in Audioslave). He also discusses how Soundgarden changed rock & roll, what was on the stereo in the RATM tour bus, how he invented a new guitar language, what flipped his hate of electronic music into love, and the dark story of his new 'Atlas Underground Fire' LP, out this Friday October 15th. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/afb3QjBAMoY

Goth chanteuse Chelsea Wolfe shares the story of the artists that have shaped her, from Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks through to some of the darkest and most abrasive music out there. She also discusses cinematic tragic love stories, her theories on what happens beyond this world, her relationship with the occult and esoteric, and lots more. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rMf3NHvbIbE

Lorna Shore frontman Will Ramos dives deep into his history as a fan, from his childhood musical introduction to discovering Lamb of God and Whitechapel, falling for In Flames, devouring Rivers of Nihil, and more. He also delves into the loss he channelled into the "...And I Return to Nothingness" EP, the philosophy behind "Of The Abyss," his previous bands, lyrical techniques and processes and the existential nihilism he seeks to bring to the bright and blisteringly heavy future of his band Lorna Shore.

Buzz Osborne (Melvins) explores his long history of fandom, from The Who through to The Stooges, Sex Pistols through to introducing his band and Nirvana's Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic to underground music (and Kurt's first live show, Black Flag), that time Tool backed his band on Ozzfest (and why all of nu-metal sounds like Helmet), his catalyst for making music, why Judas Priest made the best heavy metal record ever, misremembered rock myths, why the only grunge band he still listens to is Soundgarden, the movies he and Mike Patton obsess over and much more.

Dana Dentata shares her history as a music fan in this episode of "Fan First." Dana grew up obsessed by the incendiary Woodstock '99 concert, connected with Britney Spears' stage presence and Fred Durst's aggression early on, found her power in her heavy metal band Dentata that violently burst onto the stage in Toronto's firing music scene, shares her Musical Mount Rushmore, goes deep on the spiritual awakening/breakdown that inspired the confronting and savage "Apology," explains how she's transformed trauma into art and why raw rock and roll must always come from true adversity. Roadrunner Records' first solo female artist is a diehard, lifelong fan.

Dream Theater guitar icon John Petrucci reflects on his history as a music fan - from his tribal early years navigating the golden age of Seventies rock and roll to now. He also explores his long creative life and the band's deep relationship with the fans, how progressive rock breaks all the rules, what to expect from the new Dream Theater record and more.

Nate Newton (Converge, Old Man Gloom, Cave In) shares his history with American hardcore (and skating culture), how Avail and Neurosis changed everything, the connection between the Misfits skull and Converge classic Jane Doe, the mindbending songs that changed his life, the generational divide between bands who watched Nirvana break young (and those who didn't) and an in-depth exploration of the local scenes he inhabited. Hosted by Christina Rowatt, presented by Revolver Magazine.

Code Orange guitarist and vocalist Reba Meyers talks about growing up in Pittsburgh, the journey from Minor Threat and punk rock's ethic to Hatebreed's heaviness, why Pantera and Alice In Chains shred, what she learned from Smashing Pumpkins' Billy Corgan in the studio, making their first album with Kurt Ballou, how This Is Hardcore changed things, why Bruce Springsteen would take the lead in her supergroup and lots more. Presented by Revolver Magazine, hosted by Christina Rowatt.