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Welcome to The Heavy Hole. Learn something about new, classic, and esoteric head-crushing heavy music. Listen in on interviews with a variety of killer artists. Will, Tom, and Justin guide your journey through the infinite abyss that is Heavy music.

Heavy Hole Podcast


    • May 30, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 39m AVG DURATION
    • 344 EPISODES

    4.9 from 58 ratings Listeners of The Heavy Hole Podcast that love the show mention: death metal, underground, can't wait, music, interviews, guests, best, great, tony tipton regurgitation.


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    The Heavy Hole Podcast is an absolute gem for fans of death metal and the underground music scene. Hosted by Will, this podcast excels in providing informative and entertaining interviews with notable artists in the genre. Will's knowledge of the subject matter shines through as he hits all the right notes in his interviews, making each episode engaging and enlightening. Additionally, his recommendations on new music are consistently top-notch, making this podcast a valuable resource for discovering great bands.

    One of the best aspects of The Heavy Hole Podcast is Will's excellent podcast voice. Listening to this show feels like sitting down and hanging out with a group of passionate metalhead friends. The interviewers are skilled at guiding conversations, ensuring that they cover relevant topics while maintaining a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The guests on the show are also exceptional, with a focus on brutal death metal. This dedication to showcasing talent from the underground scene sets The Heavy Hole Podcast apart from others in its genre.

    As for any potential downsides, it's challenging to find significant faults with this podcast. However, some listeners may prefer a broader range of topics or guests beyond just death metal. While this specialization is one of the strengths of The Heavy Hole Podcast, it may not appeal to those seeking variety in their music podcasts.

    In conclusion, The Heavy Hole Podcast is an incredibly thoughtful and insightful show that highlights some of the best artists in the death metal underground. Whether you're new to the genre or a seasoned veteran, there's something for everyone to enjoy in each episode. With its knowledgeable hosts and accessible approach, The Heavy Hole Podcast deserves praise for its contributions to the music community. It's a must-listen for any fan of death metal or related styles who wants to stay informed and entertained.



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    Latest episodes from The Heavy Hole Podcast

    In The Hole w/ Jimmy Forster (Impure Conception, Jimmy from the Block - YT Channel)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 81:01


    This week Jimmy Forster of the "Jimmy From the Block" YT channel returns to discuss his new band Impure Conception, the state of caveman death metal and the best albums of 2024. Also, special co-host Stefan Goldberg returns to talk metalfests and convinces Big Will to give one of his least favorite bands a fair chance. heavyholepodcast.com

    In The Hole w/ Tony White (Paralysis, Soilent Green)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 86:21


    This week Tony White, guitarist of New Orleans legendary death metal pioneers Paralysis stops by to discuss the old days, recent reissues and being on the road with Soilent Green during Hurricane Katrina. Then Tom and Big Will keep the death metal train going with some modern recommendations and an awkward art school story. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In The Hole w/ Lori Bravo (Nuclear Death, Ukakuja)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 115:35


    This week we are honored to present an in depth discussion with death metal pioneer Lori Bravo, a solo artist in her own right who many of our listeners know from her work fronting Nuclear Death. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In The Hole w/ Delerium Psychosis Productions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 123:58


    This week the guys from Delerium Psychosis productions talk gabbergrind and all things noisy. Also, special co-host Brian of Baby Chico records talks about the upcoming Barely Breathing fest 4! heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In The Hole w/ Johnny Freeze of Frozen Screams Imprint (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 148:30


    This week Johnny Freeze of Frozen Screams Imprint and Icebreaker records returns to discuss his years under the alias Glue in the 90s/00s live electronic music scene, including underground 90s raves, DJing for rapper Cage and being a founding member of the Cardboard City crew. Then, Big Will and Terrell cap it off with recommendations... heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In The Hole w/ Mike Nelson aka Mike Abominator - PART 2 (Ruin, Gasp, Vrenth, Welcome To Hell Youtube, and many more)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 119:29


    This week Mike from Ruin, Gasp and the Welcome To Hell YT channel returns to the hole to talk talk ancient death metal lore from Cali and beyond. Then Big Will and Producer Tom reflect on the latest LL Cool J album. Real talk. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail-631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Kenny Lopez (Fermented Mess, Stabbed, Gimp, Private Mind, NYC Shootout, High Reach)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 109:30


    Guitarist Kenny Lopez of Fermented Mess, Stabbed, Gimp, Private Mind, NYC Shootout, High Reach and more takes time from his busy schedule to catch up with Big Will,then Tom Saltman returns to recommend music, talk punishers and make a special announcement... heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ G Dubb of Flooded Mausoleum Records

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 148:22


    This week the big boss himself G Dubb of Flooded Mausoleum records talks goregrind, history and deep New Orleans lore. Then Big Will and Dave recommend some old school New York death metal and talk shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Tombstoner

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 150:38


    This week Tombstoner keeps it 100 in a long overdue sitdown. Then Big Will and Ian recommend death metal and talk upcoming shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/Serge Rhino (Epicardiectomy, Nidorous and Ultimate Massacre Productions)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 151:52


    This week we present an in depth discussion with Serge Rhino of Epicardiectomy, Nidorous and Ultimate Massacre productions. Then, Big Will and Tom recommend death metal, talk upcoming shows and respond to a listener voicemail. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Keith Moore (Producer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 144:25


    This week, audio producer and drummer Keith Moore discusses his upstate NY studio and history playing in long Island hardcore veterans Cleanser and other acts. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Mike Brown (Ixias, Total Maniac and Nuclear Tomb)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 116:39


    This week we catch up with Mike Brown of Ixias, Total Maniac and Nuclear Tomb, then Big Will and Tom recommend music and talk video games. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Mutilation Barbecue

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 100:42


    This week Larry and Dylan from Mutilation Barbecue take a break from the bands busy schedule to talk touring and death metal dads, then Big Will and Rick Habeeb recommend music and confirm Grey Skies Fallen upcoming Canadian dates... heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Joe Fleetwood (Iniquitous Savagery)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 137:36


    This week Joe Fleetwood of Iniquitous Savagery checks in for an overdue and in-depth discussion. Then, an over caffeinated Big Will and Terrell reccomend death metal and talk upcoming shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Tony Thomas (Witch Vomit, Torture Rack)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 73:15


    This week we talk to Tony Thomas of Portland, Oregon's Witch Vomit about thier busy year last year and future plans. Then a solo Big Will brings you two solid recommendations and talks about upcoming shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Blasphemous

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 118:07


    This week Ron and Hal of Blasphemous discuss the bands long history of blackened Pennsylvania death metal and remarkable new album. Also, Big Will and Dave recommend death metal and get excited about show announcements. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In The Hole w/ Mallika Sundaramurthy (Emasculator, Unfathomable Ruination, Nidorous)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 108:17


    This week we start the new year off right with prolific death metal vocalist Mallika Sundaramurthy of Emasculator, Unfathomable Ruination and Nidorous. Heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Russ Savarese (Wreath of Tongues, Thoughtcrimes) Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 118:52


    This week it's a New York holiday special as Russ Savarese (Wreath of Tongues, Thoughtcrimes) returns to catch us up to speed then Big Will and Rick let a listener hijack the recommendations and talk gangster movies. Heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail -631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Commuted

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 118:32


    This week the band Commuted talks New England underground scene and the obsession with lessening death. Then Big Will and Dave recommend music talk about silly merch. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail -631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Ben Karas (Slaughtersun, Windfaerer,Thank You Scientist)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 98:24


    This week violinist and audio engineer Ben Karas of Slaughtersun, Windfaerer and Thank You Scientist brings us up to speed on his latest work. Then Big Will and Dave recommend music and talk shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Jay Newman (Unearthly Trance, The Staffsmen)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 101:41


    This week Jay Newman of Unearthly Trance and The Staffsmen talks about the 90s Long Island scene, earthquakes on tour and improvising set lists. Also, our producer Tom stops by with some of your listener voicemails! heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Erik Burke (Solace, Sully) Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 86:01


    This week Erik Burke of Sulaco returns to talk about his new band SULLY, talk R&B and pay tribute to two of our departed metal brothers: Lon Hackett and Yeti. R.I.P. Also, a solo Big Will can't shut up about new demos and upcoming shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail -631-837-3274

    Deeds of Flesh: 90s Discography Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 111:59


    This week Sam Shereck (Blame God, Stabbed, etc) and Terrell Grannum (Thaetas, Reeking Aura, etc) return to help Big Will break down the monumental 90s era discography of California death metal band Deeds of Flesh. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    Shop Talk - Horror Movies Part 3 w/ Nick Didkovsky and Ted Batt

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 117:46


    This week Nick Didkovsky (Doctor Nerve, Vomit Fist) and Ted Batt (Saprogenous) return for a special gore soaked Halloween horror movie discussion! heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail-631- 837- 3274

    In the Hole w/ Frank Heredia (Soul Devourment)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 122:43


    This week Frank Heredia of Soul Devourment shares his story and talks the bands recent comic book split release with Anatomia. Also, Big Will and Tom talk about shows and getting old. Heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Evan Williams (Cancer Priest, CDC, Morbid Entree, ex-Insatanity)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 106:21


    Evan Williams (Cancer Priest, CDC, Morbid Entree, ex-Insatanity) checks in for an overdue discussion on his long and prolific history in the NJ/Pennsylvania underground metal scene. Also, Big Will and Tom talk sweatpants and podiatric atrocities. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Erin Yanke and Jason Dryden (It Did Happen Here Podcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 88:15


    This week Erin Yanke and Jason Dryden of "It Did Happen Here" (podcast and book) discuss the violent infiltration of white supremacists into the punk/HC scene of early 90s Portland and subsequent grassroots anti-racist counter movement which formed in response. Also: Erin talks playing drums for the band Noxeema and the recommends music with Big Will. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    Supuration: Discography Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 100:53


    This week Phil Wadey of Phil's Breakfast Metal podcast joins us to explore the discography of Supuration, a death metal band from France with a vast, experimental discography dating back to 1990. Bonus French death metal recommendations follow. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Joe Gordon - Part 2 (Mortal Decay, Distant Dominion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 135:41


    Joe Gordon returns to discuss his new band Distant Dominion and gives updates on his work in Mortal Decay, Polterchrist and Between the Killings. As a bonus, Cody Drasser of Afterbirth stops by afterwards to discuss his love of Mortal Decay and NJ death metal. Then, a clearly sober Big Will and Terrell recommend albums and upcoming shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    Oppressor: Discography Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 65:20


    Big Will, Dave and Terrell take a close look at the short but sweet 90s discography of Chicago based death metal band Oppressor. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Mike Duncan (Black Mayonnaise, Pile of Eggs)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 132:17


    This week experimental sludge noise pioneer Mike Duncan of Black Mayonnaise and Pile of Eggs gets into some deep frequencies telling his story, then Big Will and Tom take voicemails, recommend death metal and talk upcoming shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Scott Lee (New England Metal and Hardcore Festival)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2024 104:18


    This week Scott Lee of the New England Metal and Hardcore Festival checks in to talk the iconic festivals past, present and future. After that, Big Will and Ian reccomend some of the rawest modern death metal available, then talk about shows and animals. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

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    In the Hole w/ Myk Colby - Part 2 (Wharflurch, Plasmodulated, Hot Graves)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 96:56


    This week Myk Colby of Wharflurch, Plasmodulated, and Hot Graves returns to talk psychedelic jams, band dynamics and DJ sets. Then Big Will and co-host Hudson recommend some classics and shamelessly plug their own bands. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Ben of Brainsmasher (Podcaster/YouTuber)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 126:23


    This week Ben from Brainsmasher YouTube channel and podcast talks collecting metal, picking mushrooms and other compelling lore! Then our producer Tom returns to help Big Will check the voicemail and reccomend two modern classics. Check out Brainsmasher - https://www.youtube.com/@brainsmasher666 Heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631.837.3274

    In the Hole w/ Michael of Barbaric Brutality Records

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024 97:20


    This week head CEO and Baller-In-Charge,  Michael of Barbaric Brutality Records checks in to get DUMB. Also, a solo Big Will claims that he went to a show then recommends old death metal and hiphop. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Paul Herzog : Part 2 (Die Choking, Vile Form)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 130:40


    This week Paul Herzog returns to the hole to discuss his new band Vile Form and reflect on his experiences in the oldschool Chicago death metal scene. Also, Big Will and Rick allegedly get stoned before recommending albums and upcoming shows. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Roots of Deception

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 110:27


    This week upcoming Connecticut death metal act Roots of Deception checks in then Big Will flies solo in some classic reccomendos. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Mark Pursino (Electrocutioner)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 127:15


    Mark from Long Islands hardest working thrash metal band Electrocutioner checks in for an overdue discussion (including allegations that he was in a band with Justin from the Heavy Hole team). Also co-host Terrell stops by to report on a recent show he caught out of town and help Big Will reccomend some current death metal classics. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Ken Escobedo (Ken's Death Metal Crypt) Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 75:25


    A bittersweet moment in our platforms history as Ken discusses his decision to retire from social media and delete his popular YouTube archive of classic death metal. We will miss you but respect your decisions. Good luck, Ken! heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail 631-837-3274

    Barely Breathing Bonus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 73:02


    Big Will sits down with Jon from Syrup Head Recordings and Brian from Baby Chico records to discuss the Barely Breathing 3 event August 17 and 18 at Mr. Beerys on Long Island. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Gearoid (Lymphoedema, Systematic Harassment)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 122:42


    This week "Gearoid" of Irish Gorenoise act Lymphoedema and international grind band Systematic Harassment calls in to talk about tapes, noise and his experience in the Irish scene. Plus, our producer Tom returns with a voicemail and some reccomendos... heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Lucas Anderson (Funeral Leech)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 73:16


    This week Lucas Anderson of Funeral Leech calls in to talk about their new album and his life growing up in NYC. Then Big Will takes you on a solo mission to divulge some of the best new death metal demos of the season. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Stefan Goldberg (Twitch Streamer, Metal Collector, Brony)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 107:40


    This week, Twitch streaming metal collector Stefan Goldberg talks about his life in both the underground death metal scene and the "Brony" fandom. Also, Big Will and Dave hold some obscure demos up to the light. Heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Kyle Messick (Maimed and Sewer Rot Records)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 130:21


    This week Kyle Messick of Maimed and Sewer Rot Records talks death metal psychology, re-issuing obscure old albums, predator vocals and much more! Plus Big Will and Terrell recommend some classic death metal along the way. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-827-3422

    In the Hole w/ Johnny Freeze of Frozen Screams Imprint

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 121:50


    This week Johnny Freeze of Frozen Screams Imprint talks Long Island hardcore, his past life as a DJ and curating homegrown death metal releases. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In The Hole w/ Pete Colucci (Trog, Apocrophex, and many more)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 126:46


    This week we catch up with Pete Colucci of Trog to talk about his bands, music collection and love of Chilean death metal. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Bizarre Charlie Alien

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 122:24


    This week we proudly present an in depth interview with noise legend Bizarre Charlie Alien of The Earwigs and Pile of Eggs. Also, co-host Terrell Granum returns to reccomend a sick album and chat about his new band, Squelching Flesh. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    Broken Hope: 90s Discography Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 112:32


    This week co-hosts Ian, Terrell and Dave join Big Will to dissect the first five Broken Hope albums. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Ian Younkin (Autolith, Excavate, Ritual Fog)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 69:37


    This week Ian Younkin of Autolith, Excavate and Ritual Fog talks shop and Heavy Hole producer Tom returns to talk new albums with Big Will. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In the Hole w/ Slimelord

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 108:50


    This week Ryan and Xander of Cryptic Shift and Slimelord return to take us to the swamp! Plus Tom returns for podcast engineers day! heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

    In The Hole w/Groaning Retch

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 90:15


    This week Groaning Retch from Connecticut checks in while prepping for tour then Big Will and Dave talk about two ground breaking new bands. heavyholepodcast.com Voicemail - 631-837-3274

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