Shit Talk Reviews

Send us a textIn this episode John has been mysteriously shrunken down to half his normal size, Derek has had enough and Turnstile's new album Never Enough is the topic of the day. Is it their best album yet or a Glow On 2.0? LEave your comments below!www.shittalkreviews.com #Turnstile #TurnstileBand #TurnstileMusic #alienlovecall #glowon #brendanyates #megmills #hardcore #posthardcore #punkrock #neverenough #turnstileluvconnection #shittalkreviews #albumreview #podcast

Send us a textSleep Token's new album Even In Arcadia proved to be a hot button release for one of the Shit Talk buffoons. Grab your sword and join the guys as they talk about new posters for Derek, insult lessons for John and all things Vessel.#shittalkreviews www.shittalkreviews.com #podcast #albumreview #sleeptoken #sleeptokenlive #music #rock #livemusic #vessel  #live #praise #rockmusic #singer #metal #heavymetal #spinefarmrecords #glasgow #guitar #scotland #uk 

Send us a textThis time around the fellas got into the latest release from Paris's own Hangman's Chair. Saddiction is a solid record that is full of big melodies, huge atmosphere and raw emotional depth. It made Derek's list of often-replayed albums and if you're a doom fan, it just might make your list too.Stop by shittalkreviews.com for all the beef and none of the fillers. (And stickers. Lots of stickers.)#hangmanschair #saddiction #nuclearblast #nuclearblastrecords #badbehaviormgmt #thelinkprod #doommetal #doom #shittalkreviews #podcast #albumreview 

Send us a textJohn dropped in for a quickie chat about PIG, the latest EP from Paris based deathcore beasts ten56. It's only four songs, but they're crusher tracks for sure. They're one of the bands that are definitely changing and evolving the genre and they're absolutely worth checking out!Lay your eyes on the other reviews the guys have done by heading to the Shit Talk Reviews channel or at www.shittalkreview.com.  #ten56 #aaronmatts #betrayingthemartyrs #deathcore #metal #deathmetal #metalcore #heavymetal #blackmetal #hardcore #thrashmetal #metalband #djent #grindcore #slam #numetal #posthardcore #deathcoreband #alternative  #guitar #thedalithunderingconcept #novelists #front242 #ministry #mylifewiththrillkillkult

Send us a textDerek has been a road warrior the past few weeks and he took a minute to turn down his Spotify Celine Dion playlist to share his thoughts on Skeletá, the latest album from Ghost. Does this review have the production value of Apocalypse Now or The Ten Commandments? Nope, it sure doesn't. If that's what you're looking for we're very sorry, because this ain't it. But know that we still love you and would love for you to subscribe, follow, comment and like this review.Be sure to drop into shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews and you can also find the malcontents on Instagram.#ghostband #thebandghost #ghostbc #ghost #papaemeritus #namelessghouls #cardinalcopia #tobiasforge #papaemeritusiv #papaemeritusiii #meliora #prequelle #opuseponymous #papaemeritusii #infestissumam #namelessghoul #impera #papanihil #ifyouhaveghost #thebandghostbc #childrenofghost #ghouls #papaemeritusi #namelessghoulettes #popestar #thenamelessghouls #ghoulettes #hailghost #metal #ceremonyanddevotion

Send us a textIn what is clearly the worst-produced review that they've put out, John and Derek are wheeling their way to Tampa, FL for a Meshuggah show. The guys take the time to talk about This Consequence, the latest from metalcore vets Killswitch Engage. The review largely looks awful and sounds even worse, but hey, it is what it is.So fuel up, put your seatbelt on and join the dipsticks to get into this new record! Be sure to swing by www.shittalkreviews.com or the Shit Talk Instagram account to DM for a sticker pack and leave a nasty gram for the guys.#killswitchengage #metalcore #metal #heavymetal #metalhead #music #deathmetal  #thrashmetal #jesseleach #guitar  #kse #metalmusic  #metalband  #djent #shittalkreviews #podcast #albumreview

The Godfathers. The Powerhouse. The almighty progressive metal giants MESHUGGAH have released a remastered version of their 2022 release Immutable. With a new record label in the mix, Meshuggah took the opportunity to produce The Indelible Edition and to put a subtle coat of fresh paint on Immutable. Along with three live tracks recorded on the 2022-2023 tour and some fresh artwork, this new version is a must have for any Meshuggah fans and a great entry point for those just getting into the band.Grab a Magnanimus Brewing Immutable Tripel Ale and some Heartbeat Spiteful Snake Meshuggah hot sauce and join John and Derek as they get into things.www.shittalkreviews.com#meshuggah #progressivemetal #metal #djent #metalhead #deathmetal #heavymetal #periphery #gojira #string #metalcore #progmetal #thrashmetal #music #blackmetal #animalsasleaders #deathcore #thall #lambofgod #slipknot #djentlemen #metalmusic #pantera #slayer #metallica #rock #megadeth #metalheads #tesseract #deftones #magnanimusbrewing #heartbeathotsauce 

The jackwagons hopped in to chat about the latest single from VOLBEAT, By A Monster's Hand. Is this single the sign of a heavier album from the veteran Danish band? It feels like it!Stop by www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and recipes for grandma's peanut butter and mustard cookies.#volbeat #robcaggiano #michaelpoulsen #metal  #rock #music #volbeatfans #volbeatcrew  #jonlarsen #volbeatforlife #volbeatfriends #volbeatdenmark  #michaelpoulsen #rewindreplayrebound #volbeatdk #volbeatodense  #metallica #elvis #kasperlarsen

Charley D and Ryan from Bay Area crushers DOOMSDAY stopped in for a chat with John and Derek and they got into all sorts of stuff. From the writing process and live shows to begging for endorsements, they cover a bunch of ground. DOOMSDAY is a crossover/thrash band that draws influence from the likes of Sepultura, Slayer, Iron Age, Metallica, and Power Trip. Never Known Peace releases on March 28, 2025 on Creator Destructor Records.Instagram - doomsday.cadoomsdaycahc.bandcamp.com/merchcrossthreadsj.orgshittalkreviews.comChapters00:00 Intro01:28 Writing and producing Never Known Peace04:05 Crafting the words08:49 Charley and Ryan11:47 Writing through the pandemic13:35 Bringing the band in16:20 Attaining Heaven By Force19:58 Working with Ben at Creator Destructor21:30 Track by track24:35 Real Bay Shit29:00 Hey New Balance! Where you at?!33:35 Quickie Questions34:45 Upcoming Tour Dates#charleyd #doomsday #doomsdayband #bayarea #metallica #crossoverthrash #thrashmetal #crossoverthrashmetal #newbalance  #belindacarlyle #heavymetal #crossover #hardcorepunk #metal #thrashmetalmusic #crossoverpunk #thrash #hardcore 

John and Derek had a chance to spend some time with a true renaissance cowboy: Las Vegas's own Stu Folsom. Stu is the founder of the killer crossover thrash band Spiritworld, an author and an all around great dude. They touch on Stu's early days in the rodeo, his vision for the trilogy of death-western albums, his book Godlessness and his lovely lady getting smashed in the face by a windmilling audience member. Grab yourself a Sarsaparilla and join the guys for a great chat with a true metal cowboy. www.spiritworldprophet.comInstagram  @spiritworldprophet  www.shittalkreviews.com00:00 Intro01:25 Stu's rodeo days04:45 The early music days05:25 The band's aesthetic and the grand vision08:00 Working with record labels and what they really do for the artist12:30 Sam Pura - Panda Studios: Studio work and creating an amp plugin15:10 Slayer19:01 Spiritworld and horror20:10 Godlessness - Stu's book of short stories21:03 Writing a book vs writing an album24:05 Booty shorts for everybody!25:18 Fear, Loathing and Hunter S Thompson 26:39 Interludes and an inadvertent beatdown29:40 Helldorado31:20 Writing and tracking drums with Preston Harper, Thomas Pridgen and Sam Pura37:05 Helldorado album art39:43 Being (or not being) a fanboy42:20 Quickie questions42:58 Spiritworld tour#spiritworld #spiritworldprophet #stufolsom #folsom #lasvegas #cowboy #metal #country #crossover #telecaster #prestonharper #nickbrundy #randymoore #mattschrum #justinfornof #thomaspridgen #adamelliot #pandastudios #sampura #purafiedaudio #deathwestern #paganrhythms #helldorado #thrashmetal #heavymetal #deathmetal #blackmetal #thrash #rock #music #metallica #metalheads #metalband #metalcore #doommetal #headbanger #guitar #slayer  #punk #heavymetalmusic #thrashmetalband #guitar #esp #fender #vstplugin

Derek and John had the great pleasure of talking with renaissance man Alan Robert. In addition to being a founding member of Brooklyn based metal band Life Of Agony in the early 1990s, Alan is an award winning author with over 25 books to his name, he's a comic book creator, illustrator, a member of the Metal Hall Of Fame and his album River Runs Red sits on Rolling Stone's list of the Greatest Metal Albums Of All Time. Join the Shit Talk buffoonery for a fantastic chat with Alan as they get into his time with Life Of Agony, movies, creating his visual works of art, stepping into Hollywood celebrity circles and making snow angels.Check out the animated Killogy teaser her: www.killogyanimated.comAlan's website: www.alanrobert.com/Life Of Agony: www.lifeofagony.com00:00 Intro01:05 River Runs Red - The Influences and Starting A New Movement In Music04:45 Ugly - The Shifting Dynamics and New Producers08:05 Soul Searching Sun - Weeds, Cover Versions and Acoustic Sets12:20 The Creative Process13:45 Killogy, Comic Books and Frank Vincent16:35 Killogy Animated18:40 Alan's Perfect Day20:25 Adult Coloring Books23:00 Universal Monsters and Horror Movies26:30 Broken Valley and the Sony/Epic Lawsuit30:30 New Listening Habits - Singles vs Albums32:30 Spoiler NYC33:15 Quickie Questions#alanrobert #lifeofagony #killogy #idw #comics #comicbooks #comics #marvelcomics #marvel #dccomics #comicbook #igcomicfamily #comic #igcomics #art #comiccollector #comicart #igcomiccommunity #dc #batman #spiderman #comicbookart #igcomicbookfamily #comicbookcollection #keithcaputo #veronicabellino #joeyz #riverrunsred #ugly #soulsearchingsun ##brokenvalley #soundofscars #aplacewheretheresnomorepain

The mighty King Diamond is back with new material for 2025! Two of the three Shit Talk yahoos are long-time King Diamond fans and the other is new to the band. (We'll let you figure out which one of the guys has never heard of the band. Go ahead and take a guess. We'll wait.)If you're a fan of old school Mercyful Fate and/or any of the King Diamond material, we're betting you're going to dig it. So, grab a tasty beverage and a snack and join the fellas as they chat face paint and falsetto.Then swing by www.shittalkreviews.com and check out the other reviews and interviews. There's sure to be at least 30 seconds of content that will make your heart sing.#kingdiamond #mercyfulfate #abigail #spiderlilly #metal #80smetal #blackmetal #andylarocque #kingdiamondband #metalhead #mercyfulfateband #thrashmetal #ironmaiden #michaeldenner #deathmetal #metalmusic #metallica #kingdiamondcoven #megadeth #mikkeydee #vinylcollection #timihansen #hankshermann #slayer #judaspriest #kimbendixpetersen #thebarbariansofcalifornia #bloodincantation

David Gilmour is one of those masterful songwriters and musicians who seemingly can do no wrong. His latest release, Luck And Strange is another fantastic album that seems to fit David's current station in life and includes many of his family members who all bring their own great flavors to the record. Sit down with the Shit Talk malcontents as they wax philosophic about this great album. (And then listen to the album in its entirety!)You already know where to go to check out all the other album reviews and interviews with awesome people, but in the event you've recently been smashed in the head with a rock and have lost all your memories, the site is www.shittalkreviews.com#davidgilmour #luckandstrange #pinkfloyd #rogerwaters #nickmason #sydbarrett #pinkfloydfans #pinkfloydmusic #pinkfloydfan #richardwright #pinkfloydlove #davidgilmourtour #rickwright #pinkfloydthewall #pinkfloydtribute #pinkfloydcover #guitar #music #pinkfloydforever #rock #pinkfloydart #pinkfloydshirt #davidgilmourfans #pinkfloydanimals #pinkfloydtattoo #pinkfloydexhibition #ledzeppelin #darksideofthemoon #progressiverock #fender

John and Derek were excited to get into a new kind of black metal album. Patriarkh hails from Białystok, Poland and splintered off from the band Batushka. Their first album, Prophet Ilja, is an absolutely wonderful first outing under the new band name. There are so many different facets to this album that the guys were reluctant to put them under just the black metal genre label. This album is dramatic, theatric, beautiful and is a great listen all the way around.Grab yourself a tasty beverage and some snacks and join the Shit Talk buffoons while they dig into Prophet Ilja!Be sure to head over to www.shittalkreviews.com to see all the other reviews and interviews and lessons on how to change the oil in your 1982 Toyota Tercel. #patriarkh #prophetilja #BartłomiejKrysiuk #batushka #Варфоломей #Лех #Тарлахан #Борута #Архангел #Хиацынтос Яца #Язычник #bialystok #poland #blackmetal #blackmetal #deathmetal #metal #metalhead #heavymetal #thrashmetal #metalmusic #doommetal #extrememetal #blackmetalmusic #music #metalheads #blackmetalband #metalband #blackmetalvinyl #rock #metalcore #deathcore #goth #darkart #vinyl 

The trifecta of yahoos finally got around to talking about the latest album from Swedish prog giants Opeth. To get right to the point, The Last Will And Testament is a monster album worthy of everyone's time. If you already know Opeth, then you know. If you don't know the band and you're into killer musicianship, top shelf songwriting and concept albums, then you should definitely take The Last Will And Testament out for a test drive. With some amazing guests (Ian Anderson, Joey Tempest and Dave Stewart) super dynamic and theatric progressive music, there is something for everyone on this record. (And the Opeth crew brought back some of their signature heavy for this album too, so the guys are loving that too…)Be sure to swing by www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and knitting tutorials!#opeth #metal #deathmetal #progressivemetal #metalhead #mikaelakerfeldt #progmetal #heavymetal #music #rock #blackwaterpark #progressiverock #blackmetal #progrock #vinyl #gojira #prog #vinylcollection #metalmusic #guitar #dreamtheater #progressivedeathmetal #metallica #doommetal #opethfans #opethband #katatonia #vinylcommunity #stevenwilson #melodicdeathmetal #shittalkreviews #albumreview #podcast

2024 has been another great year for new music releases. The Shit Talk yahoos sat down to run down their top five albums of the year. There's some consistencies and some left-fielders this time around, but the conversation definitely did not result in any trips to the hospital, so they're considering it a success.Check out www.shittalkreviews.com or @sh!ttalkreviews at Instagram to check out the full reviews from the Shit Talk Reviews crew.#albumoftheyear #heavmetal #podcast #shittalkreviews #deathmetal #mur #crownshift #wheel #suicidalangels #alluvial #boundaries #kerryking #thebarbariansofcalifornia #bloodincantation #andnowimjustgnashingmyteeth #absoluteelsewhere #charasmaticleaders #deathisbutadoor #albumreview #category7 #ministry #hopiumforthemasses #deathislittlemore #fromhellirise

The Shit Talk yahoos got into the latest self titled release from Australia's metalcore band Make Them Suffer. Their fifth album, stacked with heavy, djenty riffs and soaring melodic choruses makes for an easy listen and is packed with great production, excellent tone choices and a ton of ear-worms, guaranteed to keep you humming for days.Be sure to stop by www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and instructions on how to drive a stick shift!#makethemsuffer #metalcore #metalmusic #seanharmanis #alexreade #nickmclernon #jayajeffrey #jordanmather #bookanile #australia #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews

What if a group of fellas from Colorado got together and mashed together 70s era progressive rock and psychelia with death metal? You get Blood Incantation, a band who's been making waves in the heavy music scene since 2011 with their genre spanning releases. With four full length albums and three EPs released 2013, their latest release ABSOLUTE ELSEWHERE is exceedingly well done. With some subtle (and some not-so-subtle) nods to huge bands from past to present, this album is a monstrous record. You'd be forgiven if you were to question how Blood Incantation was able to successfully work the differing styles together. Fear not, your questions will all be answered with the first listen.The Shit Talk jackwagons were excited to talk about this record and have been known to talk about other albums and occasionally talk to some pretty killer musicians, so please check out the other clips and consider dropping a like and subscribing to the channel. You can also head to www.shittalkreviews.com and see all the reviews and interviews.#bloodincantation #deathmetal #psychedelicrock #metal #absoluteelsewhere #denver #colorado #albumreview #podcast #shittalkreviews #paulreidl #morriskolontyrski #isaacfaulk #jeffbarrett

At long last, two of the three buffoons that make up Shit Talk Reviews finally sat down to talk about what will be certainly considered one of the best albums of 2024: And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth from new LA based powerhouse The Barbarians Of California. The album smacks of rock, metal, punk, hardcore, thrash and has a few surprises thrown in here and there just to keep us all on our toes.  The band's lineup brings serious pedigree to the table with Eric Stenman on guitar and bass (Tinfed, 35 year studio guru as engineer, producer, mixer and stunt guitarist,) Aaron Bruno (singer of AWOLNATION, Under The Influence Of Giants, Home Town Hero,) Isaac Carpenter (drummer for AWOLNATION, Gosling, Loaded,) and Zach Irons (guitarist for AWOLNATION.) They also brought in Tim McIlrath from Rise Against and Daryl Taberski of Snapcase for guest appearances. While you might immediately assume that with such an AWOLNATION heavy lineup that The Barbarians Of California would be a similar band, you'd be wrong. There are certainly some AWOLNATION seasonings sprinkled on the album, but this record is a definite departure from that. Aaron's vocals are frantic and unhinged while maintaining perfect control, the guitar work by Eric and Zack is groovy, thrashy and pristine and Isaac's drumming is powerful and lays a heavy heartbeat for this new breath that's been pumped into our musical lungs. The band brings serious heavy to this album and it's a fantastically refreshing listen. It covers a bunch of genres, but stays cohesive throughout. It absolutely warrants listening to. You should also check out the interview the Shit Talk guys did with Eric Stenman a few weeks back to get deeper into the band and the album.  Be sure to head over to www.shittalkreviews.com for all the other Shit Talk interviews and reviews. Check out the band's website here: https://www.thebarbariansofcalifornia.com/ #thebarbariansofcalifornia #andnowimjustgnashingmyteeth #metal #rock #punk #thrash #newalbum #ericstenman #aaronbruno #isaaccarpenter #zackirons #guitar #drums #albumreview #shittalkreviews #countrytimelemonade #ford #ludens 

The Shit Talk fellas had a very enjoyable chat with the super talented studio engineer, producer and mixer Eric Stenman. Eric has been working in the music industry for over 35 years, both playing bass and guitar and running studios, wearing all sorts of different hats along the way. Going back to 2011, he has worked with Aaron Bruno and Los Angeles based band AWOLNATION. In recent years, Eric and Aaron connected with some heavy material that Eric had been working on in the shadows. Fortunately for all of us, we now get to hear what they came up with, and it is absolutely stellar.The Barbarians Of California have smashed onto the scene with the release of their first album And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth. It's packed with all kinds of musical flavors from punk to metal and thrash, punctuated by some moments of surprising calm. Fellow AWOLNATION members Isaac Carpenter on drums and Zach Irons on guitar round out the band's lineup and they've delivered a heavy, super energetic, slammin' first album. We're all hoping that they hurry up and tour this album and then release more material!You can follow The Barbarians Of California on Instagram at @barbariansofca 00:00 Intro01:25 The origins of The Barbarians Of California05:40 The band's sound08:40 Potential future plans for TBoC10:50 Balancing heavy music while working on other styles of music13:20 The nostalgia of working in an old school fashion16:50 Finding new music to listen to19:52 Bazooka! (And associated guitar tones)23:20 Tim McIlrath (Rise Against)25:29 Working with AWOLNATION and meeting Aaron Bruno28:51 Eric's musical collaborator wish list31:25 Working with Deftones33:21 Graphic/art design work for TBoC35:58 Wearing different hats while working in the studio41:08 Stopping to appreciate the good things and becoming “successful”43:28 Eric's perfect day and what's really important in life Be sure to head over to www.shittalkreviews.com for all the interviews and album reviews. You can even read up on how to best plant your perennials for the best flowers your grandma will ever lay her eyes on!#thebarbariansofcalifornia #andnowimjustgnashingmyteeth #ericstenman #aaronbruno #zachirons #isaaccarpenter #punk #metal #thrash #crossovermusic #sepultura #maxcavalera #tinfed #awolnation #redbullstudios      

Right around 20 years ago, Lamb Of God released Ashes Of The Wake. The reviews back then were excellent, just as the reviews of the 20th Anniversary re-release have been. And since Lamb Of God has been such a staple (and because LoG is fast becoming a heritage band within the genre) the Shit Talk yahoos wanted to talk about it.Be sure to drop by www.shittalkreviews/com for a slew of other reviews and interviews with all sorts of awesome musicians.#lambofgod #ashesofthewake #randyblythe #chrisadler #willieadler #markmorton #johncampbell #epicrecords #nowyouvegotsomethingtodiefor #hourglass #omerta #laidtorest #omens #sacrament #wrath #burnthepriest #asthepalacesburn #resolution #killadelphia #VIIsturnunddrang #legion:xx #theduke #pureamericanmetal #walkwithmeinhell #metal #review #podcast

This week John and Derek dig into Kill The Mind, the latest EP from Downpour. Fronted by Brian Fair (Shadows Fall, Overcast,) Derek Kerswill (Unearth, Seemless,) Matt Lebreton (Frozen, Cannae,) Pete Gelles (Birch Hill Dam, Sorrowseed,) Downpour brings a delicious mix of the heavy with some metalcore, progressive metal and straight up power. We love this record and our only beef with it is that it's just too damn short.Check out www.shittalkreviews.com for an interview with Brian Fair and a bunch of other interviews and album reviews. You can even leave a voicemail for the guys and let them know how selfish they are!#downpour #brianfair #mattlebreton #petegelles #derekkerswill #shadowsfall #overcast #unearth #seemless #frozen #cannae #birchhilldam #sorrowseed #metal #metalcore #progressivemetal #albumreview #podcast #shittalkreviews #britneyspears #countrytimelemonade

Definition of a Super Group: noun: super-groupan exceptionally successful rock group or one formed by musicians already famous from playing in other groups. Derek and John sat down to yap about the latest metal super group to hit the scene: Category 7. Made up of five power hitters, the self-titled debut album brings modern power and the nostalgia of solid 80s metal. With John Bush (Armored Saint, Anthrax) Jason Bittner (Shadows Fall, Overkill) Phil Demmel (Machine Head, Violence) Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob, Nocturnal) and Jack Gibson (Exodus) it would have been a trial to release an album that sucked. As it happens, their first release decidedly DID NOT SUCK. Grab a seat and have a listen. (Then like, subscribe and comment about what jokers John and Derek really are…) You know what the single greatest website in the internet's history is? We can tell you one thing with certainty: It's not www.shittalkreviews.com. BUT, if you WERE to go there, you'd find all the other album reviews the Shit Talk crew has done along with a slew of interviews and other assorted nonsense. So you should check it out. Seriously. You won't win a new car or a dream vacation house, but you will have seen some swanky music stuff. #category7 #johnbush #phildemmel #jackgibson #jasonbittner #mikeorlando #metal #armoredsaint #anthrax #adrenalinemob #violence #shadowsfall #overkill #exodus #nocturnal #metal #heavymetal #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews #grandmascookies 

The guys sat down this week for a chat with the legendary vocalist (and fitness guru) from Shadows Fall, Overcast and Downpour, the one and only Brian Fair. They talk about sports (with balls and discs of all shapes,) Brian's long musical history, Derek groping Brian's junk in years past, Phish, and the mechanics of what it takes to maintain a voice over the course of almost 40 years of fronting heavy bands. Be sure to check out www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and instructions on the best way to plant your perennials. 00:00 Welcome00:40 Sports (flat, disc-like ball sports, round ball sports, oblong ball sports, etc.)02:56 Derek's non-consensual gropeage, the return of Shadows Fall and new SF music06:00 New England Metal Fest07:10 Brian's musical history08:35 What Brian's listening to10:30 The Metal Hippy Workout videos14:05 Downpour16:00 Spirituality and lyrics18:50 Another Hero Lost21:10 Style choices and Melissa Cross25:25 When Brian “chewed through his own umbilical cord” (and how he got started singing)29:20 Overcast 32:32 New record label, Shadows Fall and the new school of label representation38:38 Wrap up #brianfair #shadowsfall #overcast #downpour #frenzied #metal #metalhead #vocalist #metalsinger #metalcore #metalvocals #metalmusic #heavymetal #deathmetal #metalband #deathcore #singer #vocals #music #metalheads #vocalcover #blackmetal #groovemetal #rock #headbanger #melodicdeathmetal #metalhippyworkout #anotherherolost #podcast #interview #bikesandbeards #highwaypals

Everybody has some songs or movies that hit like a ton of bricks whenever they come on. This week the Shit Talk band of misfits talk about three of their favorite songs that still have an impact on them. Drop by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and other good stuff. Here are the songs that the guys zero in on:00:00 Intro01:50 Metallica – One  https://youtu.be/WM8bTdBs-cw?si=EIlS-iLtNvx8LP5U04:55 Type O Negative – Christian Woman  https://youtu.be/w2f3DM_SNRo?si=kPj7XbrhBG-z3XJ107:07 Triumph – Magic Power  https://youtu.be/JRYSbIqz6QM?si=mmS4pbkc0l-izsG_09:11 Imogen Heap – Hide And Seek  https://youtu.be/UYIAfiVGluk?si=7SwMoCSAwq7tpAaG11:07 Pink Floyd – Fletcher Memorial Home  https://youtu.be/zDDzR2zSgsM?si=BxKBU3FbdreHV-0s14:13 David Gilmore – A Boat Lies Waiting  https://youtu.be/hoSCZuX0SwE?si=LGkJSedFeigFyjMh 15:58 Pink Floyd – Comfortably Numb  https://youtu.be/x-xTttimcNk?si=Pa8G8RvrcJzAQJyr17:51 Queensryche – Silent Lucidity  https://youtu.be/jhat-xUQ6dw?si=Z3TCi6jGWmHGJmJm20:45 Dave Matthews Band – Don't Drink The Water  https://youtu.be/7yr983MfFvk?si=K4_eGT3F6jHefc-x28:10 Wrap #Songs #powerofmusic #metallica #typeonegative #triumph #imogenheap #pinkfloyd #davidgilmore #Queensryche #davematthewsband #one #christianwoman #magicpower #hideandseek #fletchermemorialhome #aboatlieswaiting #comfortablynumb #silentlucidity #dontdrinkthewater #metal #rock #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews

The trifecta of Shit Talk procrastination finally sat down to talk about Visioning, the latest album from Patriarchs In Black. In their third full length release, the duo of Dan Lorenzo (CASISUS KING, DAN LORENZO SOLO BAND, HADES, VESSEL OF LIGHT, NON-FICTION, THE CURSED) and Johnny Kelly (TYPE O NEGATIVE, DANZIG and A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH among others) have dropped another strong ode to one of the original masters of metal, Black Sabbath. As with their last album My Veneration, the team brought in a slew of heavy hitters to contribute on this album. It's a fun listen, complete with classic Lorenzo riffs and a few surprises along the way!  There's a bunch of great feels in the tracks, with each guest musician contributing their own style to the project. It's a long list with Mark Sunshine (RIOTGOD, UNIDA,) Karl Agell (ex-COC), Darryl McDaniel (RUN DMC,) Rob Traynor, Kelly Abe, Frankie Diaz, Kyle Thomas (EXHORDER, AORTHA, ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY,) and Jason McMaster (WATCH TOWER, CASSIUS KING, EVIL UNITED) all contributing vocals throughout the album. Iron Lou, Dave Neabore (DOG EAT DOG,) Johnny Araya, Sal Iuvara, Eric Morgan (A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH, FIRST ORDER) and Eazy Ezekiel provide bass and there's even a DJ spinning this time around; Jason Donnelly (DJ PUZZLE.) Be sure to hit up https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the album reviews and interviews.  #patriarchsinblack #danlorenzo #johnnykelly #marksunshine #karlagell #robtraynor #kellyabe #frankiediaz #kylethomas #jasonmcmaster #ironlou #daveneabore #johnnyaraya #salIuvara #ericmorgan #darrylmcdaniel #DMC #eazyezekiel #jasondonnelly #shittalkreviews #albumreview #podcast #heavymetal #metal #cassiusking #hades #vesseloflight #nonfiction #thecursed #typeonegative #apalehorsenameddeath #unida #corrosionofconformity #exhoarder #thunderpussy #watchtower #evilunited #dogeatdog #firstorder #djpuzzle

The guys were psyched to chat with one of the top riff and songwriters in the metal game today: Blake Ibanez of Power Trip and Fugitive. With a right hand like Papa Hetfield and a songwriting pen like Mustaine, Blake's work keeps the metal genre strong with killer playing and songcraft.Drop in on the conversation and see what's happening in Blake's world. THen head over to https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and other nonsense. You're sure to be disappointed, but we will give you stickers, so there's that.#powertrip #fugitive #blakeibanez #sethgilmore #rileygale#chrisulsh #chriswhetzel #nickstewart #skourge#metal #heavymetal #deathmetal #metalhead #blackmetal #rock  #metalmusic #thrash #music #guitar #jacksonguitarsofficial #marshallamps

Numetal mainstays P.O.D. have dropped their 11th album Veritas on May 3rd and John and David J finally got around to talking about it. If you're looking for an ethereal journey through space and time, this might not be the album for you. But if you're looking to swing to some familiar and comfortable rock rap, you're going to dig this record. Be sure to swing by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the other reviews and conversations as well as tutorials on how to properly hang truck nuts from the back of your Carolina squatted rig! #pod #veritas #numetal #sonnysandoval #noahbernardo #marcoscuriel #traadaniels #randyblythe #covereber #tatianashmayluk #lambofgod #scarykidsscaringkids #saosin #jinjer #trucknuts 

This episode the Shit Talk triumvirate yak about Schizophrenia, the latest album from Cavalera Conspiracy. Of course, as the majority of the content on the record was first released in 1987 by Sepultura, one could be forgiven for saying it's technically a Sepultura album. In any case, the Brothers Cavalera have dropped a freshly re-recorded version that includes two new tracks written by Max and it's a stunner. Derek sets himself up for a beatdown by either Rhianna or Max's lovely wife Gloria, David is selling of his celebrity wardrobe and John is on the lookout for some Rototoms. Grab a cold one and sit down with the jackwagons for a chat about the re-recorded Schizophrenia.Feel free to drop by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for some sticker swag, leave the guys a voicemail and check out the other album review conversations and interviews.#cavaleraconspiracy #maxcavalera #iggorcavalera #igoramadeuscavalera #travisstone #arthurrizk #schizophrenia #beneaththeremains #arise #chaosad #sepultura #morbidvisions #bestialdevastation #focusrite #rototoms #rhianna #umbrella #davesbrownjacket #shittalkreviews #podcast #albumreview #metal #brazil #countrytimelemonade #like #comment #subscribe

This episode the guys talk about Death Is Little More, the super powerful new album from Hartford based crushers Boundaries. If you're down with high octane dissonance, bruising riffs and heartfelt lyrics, this is absolutely an album worth checking out. It's a wonderful bit of music.In discussing the album and the powerful lyrical content, the guys touch on mental heath and the importance of self care. If you're struggling with anything or just need to talk to someone about your problems or the issues that you're facing, don't be ashamed to reach out for help.  There are many resources available (some of them for free.) While they're not a sponsor, Better Help can be a great starting point for you. https://www.betterhelp.com/Many thanks to our new sponsors Hero Trader https://www.herotrader.com/ and Hero Grader https://www.herograder.com/ for the support! If you're a comic junkie or you found a stack of old graphic novels that you'd like some info on, be sure to ring them up. And if you need your books graded, they're just the ticket! #boundaries #metalcore #deathislittlemore #hartfordct #mattmcdougal #timsullivan #nathancalcagno #codydelvecchio #coryemond #3dotrecordings #betterhelp #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews #herotrader #herograder

The STR guys were happy to have a few visitors in the house for a chat this week! Dan Lorenzo (Hades, Non Fiction) and Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Danzig, Quiet Riot) joined the fray for a conversation about Patriarchs In Black's new album Visioning, working remotely, songs named Robert, writing flows and relationships.If you want to donate to a great cause or are looking to adopt a dog, be sure to head over to www.rescuerowinc.org. A great organization run by great people!00:00 Welcome to Shit Talk Reviews 00:56 Patriarchs In Black's new album Visioning – Writing process and flow04:59 Using technology to work remotely08:37 Old school versus new school work flows11:08 Patriarchs In Black – Visioning – Track by track24:00 Johnny's relationship with Bill Ward27:03 Johnny's early bands28:41 Eye Am31:50 What makes a songwriter or musician “great?”36:45 The lasting effect of Type O Negative and TON's future plans39:20 Type O Negative merchandise42:50 Cover songs - Modern style and production versus “vintage” styles and production47:30 Rescue Row pet rescue and adoptionBe sure to also swing by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the podcasts and reviews. #patriarchsinblack #danlorenzo #johnnykelly #typeonegative #billward #doom #metal #stoner #podcast #interview #albumreview #shittalkreviews

This time around Derek got progged over the head. And he liked it!  Charismatic Leaders is the third release from Finland's progmetal gurus Wheel.  As the resident Shit Talk prog guy, John wanted to bring it to the table. The album is great and is covered with just enough frosting for Derek (the resident thrash guy) to dig it too; the consensus is that if you dig the metal but are new to the progressive side of things, you might dig this as well.https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews and links to casts of the pod variety.    #wheel #charismaticleaders #progmetal #traverser #finland #podcast #shittalkreviews #jameslascelles #jussiturunen #santerisaksala #insideoutmusic

John and Derek sat down this time around to do the Devil's Work. (Or rather, to chat about Kerry King's new album From Hell I Rise.) It's all Kerry King, but with enough touches of the Slayer to keep the diehard fans into it. It's got so much power that Derek wants to run back to the woods in Vermont and start throwing beer kegs around if that's any indication… It's a strong record and definitely worth checking out. You can find all the other reviews and shenaniganry at https://www.shittalkreviews.com as well as step by step instructions on how to crochet a really cute scarf for Aunt Janine. Swing by for a visit. You're SURE to be completely whelmed by the experience. #kerryking #fromhellirise #slayer #paulbostaph #Kylesanders #phildemmel #markosegueda #reigningpheonix #metal #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews

It's a “West-Coast-reverbed-out-surf-punk-with-tight-and-bouncy-Britrock” kind of week as the guys talk about Cold World, the latest release from L.A. based Death Lens. An album filled with ear worms, great production and big energy, the Shit Talk triumvirate get into it. You know where the STR site is, but we're gonna remind you again anyway: https://www.shittalkreviews.com is where you can check out all the reviews, interviews and whatnot, grab yourself a sticker pack and learn how to drive a stick shift. #deathlens #coldworld #epitaph #punk #hardcore #britrock #losangeles

 On this episode of Shit Talk Reviews Derek and John have a chat with Gwyn Strang, the celestial frontwoman from Cleveland based doom band Frayle. Pull up a chair, light a candle and spend some time with them. The interview is up now on YouTube and on all streaming platforms.Links in bio.0:00 Welcome to Shit Talk Reviews 0:33 Hi Gwyn! 1:00 Influences and background 1:30 New album and upcoming events for Frayle 3:05 Working with a producer 6:22 The Yin to Peter Steele's Yang 7:45 Gwyn's creative process 10:40 The 1692 album 13:50 Frayle's aesthetic 15:30 Writing for herself versus writing for the audience 16:50 The House of Wills 18:15 Working with the Canton Symphony Orchestra 20:45 Touring 22:21 Gwyn's perfect day 24:00 What Gwyn's listening to Be sure to swing by the site at https://www.shittalkreviews.com forall the reviews, podcasts and instructions on how to plug the hole in yourtire. (Protip – Hubba Bubba and some random twigs do NOT work in a pinch…) #frayle #gwynstrand #doom #atmospheric #postmetal #stoner#thewhitewitch #skinandsorrow #1692 #napalmrecords

This time around the fellas are chatting about VOIDKIND, the new release from Scottish prog sludge band DVNE. It's a strong record and the guys have plenty to say about it. Grab yourself some snacks and a cold one (we'd recommend some haggis with cracked pepper crisps and a Harviestoun…) and drop in for the convo! The video version is up now on YouTube (if you've got the stones to look at the ugly mugs of the Shit Talk trifecta!)Check the site at https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the other reviews, podcasts and general noise.    #dvne #voidkind #metal #progmetal #sludge #postmetal #podcast #albumreview #mainebeercompany

Daniel Freyberg is a monstrous guitar player and songwriter who has played with Naildown, Norther, Children Of Bodom and Crownshift. Crownshift's debut album was released on May 10 2024 and it's absolutely killer. Derek and John had the chance to talk with him about all things Daniel, Crownshift, gear and some of Crownshift's future plans. Grab yourself some snacks and a coffee and check out what's happening with one of today's great metal musicians:0:00 Welcome to Shit Talk Reviews!1:04 Origins of Crownshift and the album material3:44 Songwriting process6:59 Recording in a private studio vs in a commercial studio10:08 The evolution of touring11:22 Gear and equipment13:40 Vocalist Tommy Tuovinen17:30 Prepping for 2024 Crownshift tour18:52 Daniel's musical origins20:23 Heavy music in the United States vs in Europe22:27 Daniel's early band history23:45 Musical guilty pleasures and current listening material26:18 Crownshift's future Head on over to https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the podcasts and reviews. You can even leave a voicemail for the guys and beat up on David J for missing out on a great conversation with Daniel!

The Cavaleras and crew return with another re-recording of a vintage ripper and the Shit Talk guys are all about it. Max and Igor remain in top form with the first single from the upcoming rerelease of Schizophrenia. Drop in on the fellas as they get into it. Nostrildamus makes his predictions for the future of Cavalera/Sepultura, David J bemoans missing out on the last show and John is just happy to be there. Link to Sepultura's recorded live performance of Beneath The Remains/Escape To The Void from Blood-Rooted:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdpWkJBRhDoThe video is up now on YouTube and the audio version will be on all streaming platforms momentarily!  All the reviews can be found at https://www.shittalkreviews/com along with instructions on how to whittle yourself a spanky new walking stick! #cavaleraconspiracy #sepultura #maxcavalera #igorcavalera #schizophrenia #escapetothevoid #roadrunner #metal #podcast #albumreview  

 For fans of the wild, sludgy, trudge, awesomeness that is MELVINS, it's a great week with the release of their new album Tarantula Heart. It's a beast of a record and the guys were psyched to talk about it. Grab yourself a glass of some of the world's best lemonade (Country Time Lemonade; It's not just for the summer, it's good ALL YEAR ROUND…) and have a listen as the buffoons get into it.  The review is up now on YouTube and will be on all streaming platforms within the hour.As always, all of the Shit Talk Reviews podcasts, album reviews, Quickies and recipes for butter lemon cookies can be found at https://www.shittalkreviews.com.  #melvins #kingbuzzo #dalecrover #stevenmcdonald #raymayorga #seattle #ipecac #doom #sludge #metal #podcast #albumreviews #shittalkreviews #nirvana #mudhoney #soundgarden 

Ohhh boy… The Shit Talk Reviews crew had to talk about Motley Crue's latest single Dogs Of War. Obviously the guys all have their own opinion about the track, but the conversation seems to leave more questions than answers. For instance, did the band write track or was it composed by the great wizard behind the AI curtain? We'll all find out at some point, but for now, have a hang with the yahoos as they get all worked up. The video is up now on YouTube and will be on all the streaming platforms directly! Of course, all the podcasts and reviews and whatnot all live at https://www.shittalkreviews.com so you can feel free to drop by for a visit, leave a voicemail or send the boys your recommendations for good summer reading. If you like this sort of content, consider following us here or on YouTube or giving the clip a Like. And if you absolutely detest it, drop a comment below! #motleycrue #dogsofwar #AI #metal #rock #vinceneil #nikkisixx #tommylee #john5 #shittalkreviews #podcast #albumreview

It's a lovefest this week as the guys get into the debut release from Crownshift. With members from Nightwish, Children Of Bodom, Fintroll and Wintersun, this album is expansive, grandiose and is destined to go down as one of the year's best progressive metal records. Grab yourself a tasty beverage and some snacks and hang out with the Shit Talk guys as they get into it.You can also follow the STR malcontents on all the socials and at https://www.shittalkreviews.com.#crownshift #DanielFreyberg #TommyTuovinen #JukkaKoskinen #HeikkiSaari #progressivemetal #metal #Finland #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews #beyonce #countrytimelemonade

This time around two of the three idiots (who make up this podcast trifecta of ineptitude) have a chat about Epic, the new album from supergroup Vltimas. The multinational band of powerhouse performers came together again to bring nine new tracks of the heavy. Also, John is a complete dink who may likely be forever haunted and Derek wants Lars to get kicked out of Metallica. (And both of their heads may well wind up in jars in David Vincent's garage…)Stop by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the podcasts, reviews and whatnot. You can even leave a message for the guys letting them know about the socks your grandma crocheted for you! #vltimas #epic #davidvincent #FloMounier #RuneEriksen #metal #morbidangel #cryptopsy #mayhem #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews

It's all about Taylor Swift this week! (Ok, not ALL about Taylor Swift...)This week David J and John sit down and yammer on about Warp Speed Warriors, the new album from DragonForce. A killer, super fast album packed full of powerful performances. As Derek was yachting in the French Riviera he wasn't able to attend the chat, but David and John are hopeful that he'll bring them some swanky French t shirts and delicious breads.Swing by the STR site at https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all podcasts, reviews and other utter nonsense.#dragonforce #warpspeedwarriors #powermetal #extrememetal #hermanli #samtotsman #taylorswift #swifties #podcast #albumreview  @ShitTalkReviews #metal #shittalkreviews

This episode the yahoos talk about Bruce Dickinson's new solo album The Mandrake Project. Do Bruce's projects stand up to the high water mark set by his work with Iron Maiden? Should Bruce cut ties with Maiden and stick to a straight solo career? Should Dave take Bruce or Wolfie to the secluded island to repopulate the planet? Tune in to find out. It's riveting. Really...They also revisit the WVH Mammoth - II Review. You can lay your eyes on that video travesty right here: https://youtu.be/GRQwDLRCVvIYou can also swing by the Shit Talk Reviews website here: https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the podcasts, reviews, interviews and more.#brucedickinson #ironmaiden #metal #heavymetal #albumreview #podcast #WVHMammoth

The guys plop down and dig into the monstrous new album from Enterprise Earth. It's a beast of an album with enough meat on the bone to feed a country or two. Join in the frivolities and witness the majesty of David not knowing who Bruce Dickenson's studio band is, John speaking way out of turn and Derek falling prey to his own innards.Check out all the reviews, podcasts and other nonsense at https://www.shittalkreviews.com.#enterpriseearth #death:ananthology #podcast #albumreview #metal #deathcore #djent #progressivemetal #metalcore #countrytimelemonade #nsync 

Judas Priest is back! (But did they ever really leave? No, they didn't...) The new album is solid so the fellas had to chat about it. Join the idiots for some Priestly conversation. David J sits in the dark, Derek is fully tomatoed and John admits his shortcomings when it comes to heritage metal.Hit up the STR website at https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, podcasts, interviews and driving instruction videos!#judaspriest #invincibleshield #heavymetal #podcast #albumreviews #columbiarecords #epic

This time around John, Derek "Ackbar" Showerhead and David J get into the latest offering from Ministry: Hopiumforthemasses.All of the guys were excited to chat about this album because, well, it's Ministry. (It's hard to go wrong with Al...) Grab some snacky cakes, a tasty beverage and settle in. Swing by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the podcasts, written reviews and pick up a sticker pack!#ministry #hopiumforthemasses #industrial #metal #heavymetal #nuclearblast

The guys cop a squat and chat about the killer new release from Lord Dying - Clandestine Transcendence. The doom/sludge/metal outfit have graced us all with a monster album that scratches all kinds of itches.Be sure to drop by https://www.shittalkreviews.com to see all the podcasts, reviews, merch drops and instructions on how to drift your grandma's Dodge Dart.#lorddying #clandestinetranscendence #doom #sludge #metal #podcast #albumreview #rhianna

The guys were excited to sit down and talk about the latest EP from Alluvial: Death Is But A Door. (Well, initially only John was fired up, but he managed to drag Derek and David J into his fandom for the band...) The newest album from the Atlanta quartet is another amazing release and continues down the same road that was set by the previous two releases. Plop down into your favorite chair, grab a tasty beverage and some snacks and join the fellas as they get into this killer album. Check the Shit Talk site at https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, podcasts and instructions on the best way to lace up your roller skates. (It's a tough world out there, you gotta keep it tight!)#alluvial #deathisbutadoor #metal #metalalbums #podcast #albumreview #shittalkreviews  #weshauch #kevinmuller #zachdean #timwalker

The fellas stepped back to 2007 to talk about the 2023 reissue of A Day To Remember's album For Those Who Have Heart. David J espouses his love for Blink 182, Derek espouses his love for Dark Souls and John stays non-committal, outside of his love for Alluvial.Swing by https://www.shittalkreviews.com to check out all the reviews, podcasts and you can pick up a few stickers from the new drop. #defacethenation!#adaytoremember #forthosewhohaveheart #metalcore #florida #podcast #albumreview

Happy New Year everybody! The dimwitted nimrods are kicking off 2024 with a swim in the Italian doom scene with a chat about Witchsnake's new release Deathcult Of The Snake. Hang around for a bit as Derek grades David J's grading, John hoards blackmail fodder and David J sports a sporty hat that's of a sporting variety. Oh yeah, somehow, someway, the guys managed to keep the STR website up! Check it at https://www.shittalkreviews.com.  Be sure to like, subscribe and click the bell on YouTube and to follow on Insta and Threads and X and Facebook and YouFace and MySpace and all the others to be absolutely sure that you're on all the lists. There's literally no other way to know if these jokers post videos and whatnot. You can't get the goods through any other avenues. (That's clearly not true… John just wanted us to put that up here because he's a complete pain. Blame him for the time you lost reading all this…) #witchsnake #deathcultofthesnake #doom #doommetal #regainrecords #metal #podcast #albumreview #barbie #98degrees #countrytimelemonade