The KingdomCore Podcast

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, join Chris and Sean in their next tier listing adventure, this time with the help of Michael Osborn of the band Diatheke. To kick off 2025, we had to make easily the longest form of content we have ever created, reaching nearly 4 hours in length and 13+ hours of render time. We hope you enjoy all the laughs, and even serious conversation points about these bands iconic discographies, worst records, and of course their best! Be sure to grab some popcorn, prepare to cry (from laughter and from the absolute worst takes known to man) and lets rank these once "Christian" bands. Be sure to check out our Sponsor of this episode: Sowerhttps://www.sowerproject.com/Apologies for not reading a new review OR thanking our amazing Patron's in this episode. You are all so amazing and we will pick that up in the next episode.RECORDED: January 9th, 2025Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video versions of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/Explore more from DiathekeLinks: https://linktr.ee/Diathekemusic

Welcome back to the new and improved KCP! We have a new look courtesy of our Patron's and Quiet Strength Design. In this first episode of Season 5, we interview Danny and Kyle of the brand new band to the scene No Treaty. Their debut EP "Sound The Trumpet" launched recently and took the metal world by storm, reaching #2 on the iTunes Metal Charts. This was of course recorded before that happened, but we could see the massive potential early. We talk about the band coming together, and the members long history in the scene, the recording process, working with Ryan Leitru, and a crazy music video shoot involving injuries. We can't thank you enough for sticking by us and helping us improve the podcast over the years. Here is to the new era!Record on November 14th, 2024.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/Explore more from No TreatyLinks: https://bio.to/notreatybandWebsite: https://www.notreatyband.com/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean sit down to rank the discographies of 3 of the biggest bands in the Christian scene. For Today, Sleeping Giant, and Impending Doom. We don't compare the bands against each other but just their entire discographies within themselves. It was super fun, some heated moments, lots of laughs. Enjoy the screamy screamy Jesus music!DISCLAIMER: The color of the band logos DOES NOT reflect anything to do with the bands.Record on August 6th, 2024.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the latest episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean sit down with vocalist Mike Felker of the band Convictions. They chat about the newly released "The Fear of God" and what went into this record continuing of the success of the band's previous release. Come check out the latest from one of the rising top band's in the Christian Metal scene and hear what is in store!If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Convictions: https://bio.to/convictionsbandPatreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

We are back with a new episode of The KingdomCore Podcast! Sean is a new father, and Chris is still not. They sit down with the djents in Bloodlines to talk about their astounding new EP "Holiness Cries" out now on Facedown Records! From the cover art to the themes surrounding the songs. Everything you want to know about this new release is covered!If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Bloodlines: https://linktr.ee/bloodlinestxPatreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean sit down to rank the discographies of 4 of your favorite Christian Metal bands! This was a big episode, so for streaming we split it into two parts. This is part 1/2. We don't compare the bands themselves but just their entire discographies within themselves. It was super fun, some heated moments, lots of laughs. We hope you enjoy and thank you for your patience!If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean sit down to rank the discographies of 4 of your favorite Christian Metal bands! This was a big episode, so for streaming we split it into two parts. This is part 2/2. We don't compare the bands themselves but just their entire discographies within themselves. It was super fun, some heated moments, lots of laughs. We hope you enjoy and thank you for your patience!If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean sit down with the guys of "Meadows" and talk about their new release "Familiar With Pain." This special hardcore record released on Good Friday and telling the story of Christ in the week leading up to the cross. We hear more about the inner workings of creating the record, as well as some funny stories of the band in the studio.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Meadows: https://linktr.ee/mdwsbandPatreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean sit down with Mattie Montgomery, formerly of For Today. For those of you who don't know, Mattie planted The Altar Fellowship in Johnson City, TN after For Today came to an end. Sean made a post a number of months ago mentioning spiritual warfare and For Today, and Mattie mentioned he had some thoughts he wanted to share. So here we are, talking about spiritual warfare on The KingdomCore Podcast! Mattie talks about some of the things he wrote lyrically in For Today, as well as some of his experiences on tour and how they relate to spiritual warfare, so strap in!If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Mattie Montgomery: https://www.mattiemontgomery.com/Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we are joined by our good friends Tyler and Gary from All Consuming Podcast for our Second Annual Christian Metal Fantasy Draft! We had to give this fun game another round and a fun spin. Instead of genre based categories, we came up with a variety. Each player gets to pick a Debut Record, Pre-2000's Record, EP, Concept Record, and an Album Cover Art, to make the best "Roster/Team" they can. YOU, our community will get to decide on who wins. Keep an eye out for an Instagram Post shared between all our accounts with a poll.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!All Consuming Podcast: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcastPatreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean sit down with Victor Borba, Jake Smith, and Tony DiBlasi to talk about their band REFORMED. Their newly released EP "Thus Saith The Lord" launched at the tail end of 2023, and has already surpassed 1 million streams. It was also named EP of the year by both KingdomCore and For The Rock. We talk about the writing process, music theory, testimonies and so much more in yet another amazing episode of the podcast.RECORDED: February 22nd, 2024If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockREFORMED: https://linktr.ee/reformedmetalCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean have the pleasure to chat with Kevin Young (Vocalist) and Joey West (Drummer) of the legendary Christian Hard Rock group, Disciple. We discuss the launch of their latest album, Skeleton Psalms, along with their recent team-up with Heart Support for a limited run of shirts themed around their song "Promise To Live". We talk the impact that Promise to Live had over their Winter Jam tour, the 30+ year history of the band, their least favorite tracks, and so much more!RECORDED: February 15th, 2024If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockDisciple: https://linktr.ee/disciplerocksCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean have a one on one discussion over YOUR questions! This is the first episode we have dedicated to a Q&A and we love the questions that came in. Let us know if you enjoy this type of episode and hopefully we can do more in the future! In this episode we answer 7 questions from the community, but our headline topic is about our most Overrated and Underrated albums in the scene. Things got a bit heated. Thanks to k_prange.p1024, xryderxlucasx, calebdoerksen, 14_kaleidoscope, mulletstache_, godgivemeagirlfriend_pls, and johnmattg for the questions! Thank you to everyone else who submitted. Feel free to submit questions that would make good conversation to kingdomcorepodcast@gmail.comRECORDED: January 30th, 2024If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we chat with Evan Baker and Jesse Gentry of American Arson. This two-piece rock band on Facedown Records just released their brand new record that is among the best of the year! We talk about Evan's favorite non fruit-bearing deciduous trees, our favorite road trip snacks, and of course, the new album!RECORDED: November 6th, 2023If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockAmerican Arson: https://www.americanarson.com/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

On this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris are joined by Nick Detty and Stephen Cobucci of Wolves At The Gate. We chat about the newly released cover album, Lost In Translation, and how the idea of doing the record came from. They share some absolutely crazy travel stories, the stuff of nightmares for touring bands traveling overseas. We also talk about the 10 years of Captors Anniversary Tour and Nick's journey to faith and joining the band. Strap in for a wild ride!RECORDED: November 2nd, 2023If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockWolves At The Gate: https://watg.ffm.to/lostintranslationCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Chris and Sean talk to Leroy Hamp, vocalist of the legendary War Of Ages! Many things have gone into making their new record "Dominion" an astounding album, and we hear about the recording process, the artwork, and of course the drumming. Leroy talks about July 2022, when WOA Drummer, Kaleb Luebchow passed away suddenly and how the band dedicated Dominion to him. We say it every episode, but we feel like this is truly a special one. RECORDED: August 29th, 2023If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockWar Of Ages: https://warofagesmetal.com/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

Once again after another unintentional, extended break, Chris and Sean are back to talk about the releases in the scene spanning the months of May to July! There are so many to cover, and we hope you don't not "hearing" the music in the episode. We do have a list of the artists we covered in this episode below, so be sure to go and check out all those sick new bands!New Albums/EPs:Lions Empire - Self TitledMarilla - Act IV: Holy Ground (EP) Cultist - Slow SuicideTo Die Elsewhere - under gods (EP)Searching Serenity - RetributionxDOULOSx - Birth PainsSpiritwalker - Heretic Jernlov - ResurrectionNew Singles:Descriptor - RedeemerPipe Bomb - False GodBurning Nations - DreamerSaved By Skarlet - Lie of The PhariseesUnderneath the Gun - As Within, So Without, Burial CrownWith Blood Comes Cleansing - EuangelionREFORMED - ReprobateLight the Way - Life Makes no SenseCliffside - Endless WellsThe Living - The Space BetweenLacey Sturm - ReconcileIf you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

Sean and Chris talk with the newest band, and perhaps most controversial on Facedown Records, Cultist. Their newly released album Slow Suicide is a heavy beatdown metalcore record full of hard truth. We chat about the early days of the band stemming from a solo project, into a full act, and now the release of their label debut. Prepare for a wild ride full of laughs as well as the first ever unboxing on the KingdomCore Podcast, as we witness the band see their Vinyl for the first time in person.RECORDED: July 13th, 2023If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCultist: https://orcd.co/cultistCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

Sean and Chris sit down with the forefathers of Christian Deathcore, With Blood Comes Cleansing. We talk about their return to the scene and prepping for their upcoming shows along with their newly released singles. We also hear about how they have remained steadfast in their faith and the purpose for their return. This is definitely an episode you do not want to miss!RECORDED: May 15th, 2023If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockWith Blood Comes Cleansing: https://linktr.ee/wbccofficialCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

We are back for another episode of Scene News! We have way too many releases to cover, so strap in for a long episode. Chris was sick and coughs up a storm. We are approximately 3 weeks late getting this episode out. We hope you enjoy this more light hearted content, discover some new music, and just sit back, relax and have a laugh. Stay tuned for our next band interview very soon, we know that you all will be hyped!New Albums/EPs:Disciple - Skeleton PsalmsRelent - World War Me (EP)Unworthy - Where Light Divides (EP)Enduring Revery - CarrierA Life Aligned - The Fill (EP)Burial Extraction - A Shadow Of Things To ComeBONEYARD - (DEMOS) (EP)New Singles:Beard the Lion - I am the RansomBefore There Was Rosalyn - HypocritesCultist - Preacher 3Cliffside - CultClassic Disaster - To The Ground (Debut Single)Reformed - Smoke of Their TormentThe Artificials - Warrior of LightSon and Thieves - FidelisThrones - Wretched Tree + 30 PieceSearching Serenity - The Lands BetweenSet For the Fall - Product of PressureA Sight in Veracity - WarpIf you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode we talk to Jam, Chow, and Kyle of the band Context about their newly released EP "Indwelling". We find out how the band started and their bold approach to ministry in the metal scene likened to former bands such as Sleeping Giant, and For Today. These guys are serious about the message of Christ and make sure it is at the forefront of everything they do as a band. Let's get into it!RECORDED: March 27th, 2023If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockContext: https://withkoji.com/@cntxtbandCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

We are back for another episode of Scene News. This time we have big headlines. Creation Festival officially shuts down and Filipino Christian band wins competition to earn spot at one of the biggest metal festivals, Wacken Open Air. We realized just after filming we missed some bands with releases coming up and will try to mention them next time around! until then here are all the bands we do mention throughout.Headlines:The end of Creation FestivalRedeemed By The Blood to play Wacken Open AirChristian Hardcore band Surebol comes runner upNew Albums/EPs:Earth Groans - Tongue Tied (EP)Context - Indwelling (EP)August Burns Red - Death BelowProject 86 - OMNI, Pt. 1The Undertaking! - Superstitious (EP)Fathomage - Autumn's Dawn, Winter's DarknessBlatant/Unashamed - LamentaNew Singles:Disciple - Bad WordsEnduring Revery - Pale Flowers / Force the HandDear Child - AbuseMan Ov God - THE WORLD GROWS COLDIf you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

Returning guest Jeremy Schaeffer, creative mastermind behind the Chaotic Hardcore / Metalcore project Earth Groans, sits down with us to talk about their new EP "Tongue Tied" out now via Solid State Records! Jeremy catches us up on the latest big live shows, performing at Christmas Burns Red opening for August Burns Red and even opening for Wolves At The Gate on their Captors anniversary tour. We dive into the writing process on the new EP and working with produce Ryan Leitru (For Today, Nothing Left) to hone in on the future of Earth Groans' sound.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. We are now reading our written reviews from Apple Podcasts in each episode, write a review to have a chance to have it read and earn a shoutout. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockEarth Groans: https://linktr.ee/earthgroansJeremy Schaeffer: https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_groans/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

Last month, we sat down with Gary and Tyler from the All Consuming Podcast and battled it out over a good old fashioned Christian metal fantasy draft. Things got heated almost immediately, and emotions were high. It's up to you guys to determine who had the best draft.VOTE HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PW7QP7JIf you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!All Consuming Podcast: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcastPatreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

Welcome to our first ever Scene News episode! In an attempt to bring you all more consistent content in between our band interviews, we wanted to talk about what's going on in our scene! We hope to record 1 or 2 of these a month and make them much shorter than our interviews. These will be audio only and not on YouTube.In our first episode, we took a look at some of our favorite bands dropping new music very soon, as well as some of our favorite music from 2023 thus far.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch our video interviews of the podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we sit down with returning guests Grant Lilly and Dirk Wiese, as well as first time guest Tyler Wright of the metalcore band Then It Ends. Kyle "Flick" Flickinger had joined us but had to run off to save lives as a firefighter right as we started. We talk about the recording process of the band's brand new "Chasm" EP as well as how Tyler entered the scene in his previous band Dividing The Masses. They had some crazy antics in "The White House" that we find out about as well, so buckle in for a crazy ride! DISCLAIMER: This Episode was recorded January 17th, 2023.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockThen It Ends: https://linktr.ee/thenitendsCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

We're back with another episode of The KingdomCore Podcast and we sat down with Tommy Green to talk about the new, self-titled HolyName debut! This was a very deep and vulnerable conversation with Tommy and we're so grateful that he felt comfortable enough to share about his spiritual journey and personal pain over the past few years. We talked about the history of the new project, the song writing process, and his newfound love for the Eastern Orthodox Church.If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockHolyName: https://orcd.co/holynameCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

We are so excited to have Trevor Tyson on the podcast this week to laugh, kick back and get totally savage with each other over our Spotify Wraps and Apple Music Replays. Trevor is the host of The Trevor Talks Podcast where he interviews real people, about real topics, and real stories. He also is the main man behind the digital marketing agency, Transparent Media Company. Prepare for us to get deep and silly in an hour and a half. December was entirely too busy at times and that delayed the release of this episode from it's intended pre-Christmas launch. If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockTrevor Tyson: https://www.trevortalks.co/http://transparentmedia.co/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

We are back from hiatus with some special guests! James Mead and Jon Micah Sumrall of the legendary Christian Hard Rock band Kutless join us to chat about their new and HEAVY upcoming music, as well as their new podcast "Rock in a Hard Place". We are so stoked to get to know these guys as they have been monumental in both of our heavy music journeys. We hear of upcoming plans for an album, touring, and what drew them back from their hiatus. Strap in for a good one!If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockKutless: http://kutless.com/https://www.facebook.com/kutless/https://kutless.ffm.to/endoftheworldCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

Jason Wisdom and Seth Hecox join the KingdomCore Podcast to talk about their return and the upcoming release of "Children of the Great Extinction". The band is back after a decade long hiatus, and is as great as ever! We dive into how the scene has changed from when they last released music, the rise of streaming, as well as the early days and discover of Becoming The Archetype.We also celebrate our 20th episode, and 1st anniversary of the launch of the podcast. It has been one wild ride so far, thank you to all of our supporters and amazing guests we have had this past year!If you have not already, consider rating our podcast or leaving a review on your favorite platform. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockBecoming The Archetype: https://bta.ffm.to/extinctionCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris chat with vocalist Taylor Bates, and bassist Jobe Fredricksen of the band Your Hands Write History. They go into detail about the creation process behind their new concept record "The Solar Paradigm Triunity" and some of the themes and lyrics throughout the album. We talk about the passing of their guitarist Anthony Panter, and how that put a pause on all things YHWH for a while, before finishing the project. Thank you to all who have rated the podcast on your favorite platform, it has been really helping the Podcast reach more people. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockYour Hands Write History: https://drum.io/yhwhjams/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris sit down with Vocalist: Stephen MacConville of the UK based metalcore band Confessions of a Traitor. The band is gearing up for their label debut called "Punishing Myself Before God Does" on the legendary Facedown Records on September 16th, 2022. We have heard it, spoiler alert, its a banger! We also get to talking about the breakfast of breakdowns, other weirdly amazing show locations, playing Halo, and so much more. Thank you to all who have rated the podcast on your favorite platform, it has been really helping the Podcast reach more people. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockConfessions of a Traitor: www.confessionsofatraitor.co.ukCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris sit down with Elisha Mullins, an amazing musician who is currently part of War of Ages (A Hill To Die Upon, The Burial, Fleshkiller). The band released their "Rhema" EP in 2021 and we get a few moments to chat about that project and some upcoming War of Ages music. The main focus of this episode, however, was the amazing discography that Elisha has contributed to in our scene, and the story of his journey through that! Thank you to all who have rated the podcast on your favorite platform, it has been really helping the Podcast reach more people. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockWar of Ages: https://warofagesmetal.com/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris sit down with Grant Lilly and Dirk Wiese of the metalcore band Then It Ends. The band released their "Solace" EP in 2021 and are now gearing up for another new EP "Chasm" later this year. We talk about the inception of the band, coming out of their previous work under A Past Unknown, Releasing their first music during the pandemic, and mistakes learned. Ways to use social media to reach the masses with a message, ministry, and so much more. Thank you to all who have rated the podcast on your favorite platform, it has been really helping the Podcast reach more people. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockThen It Ends: https://linktr.ee/thenitendsCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris sit down with Ernie Fabian and Justin Jones of the T&N signed band "idle threat." The band released their debut LP "blurred visions" last year, which went on to become KingdomCore's album of the year in 2021. We talk about the inception of the band, getting signed, an absolutely sketchy tour story, faith, lyrics, and much more. Thank you to all who have rated the podcast on your favorite platform, it has been really helping the Podcast reach more people. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockidle threat: https://www.facebook.com/idlethreatnashvilleCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris sit down with all five members of Plead the Widow's Cause. These guys are one of the newest bands on the scene with their debut EP "Pain Split" and as we mention in the episode, it is an absolutely stellar introduction. We get into some fun conversations as usual, so don't miss out. Thank you to all who have rated the podcast on your favorite platform, it has been really helping the Podcast reach more people. Also consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockPlead the Widow's Cause: https://linktr.ee/pleadthewidowscauseCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris chat with the legendary Brook Reeves of Impending Doom. We dive into the Hellbent EP as well as the history of how the band came to be. Also some tangents on carnivorism, and being a positive reflection of Christ in dark places. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow, Spotify now has ratings! Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockImpending Doom: https://impendingdoommerch.com/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris sit down with Gary Erickson and Tyler Hogg, the hosts of All Consuming Podcast. These best friends met in College and quickly connected over their passion for the great music in the Christian metal scene, leading to many years of friendship and their podcast. All Consuming Podcast delves into specific albums from Gary and Tyler's favorite artists and provides a casual, yet fun look into the music from a fan's perspective. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow, Spotify now has ratings! Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockAll Consuming Podcast: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcastCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the next episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Sean and Chris sit down with Clean vocalist, and Guitarist of the legendary Wolves At The Gate, Stephen Cobucci. We chat about the upcoming, 5th studio album "Eulogies" releasing on March 11th. Don't worry, we remain fairly spoiler free, as we want you all to be able to truly enjoy your first listen of this masterful album from the band. We also delve into the meanings behind a lot of the songs Steve has written over the years, and how the mission of the band has remained on the Gospel of Christ over all their years together. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow, Spotify now has ratings! Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockWolves At The Gate: https://watg.ffm.to/eulogiesCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

We are back for the first time in 2022 and the first episode of Season 2. Sean and Chris sit down with Austin Visser, the vocalist and frontman of the recently signed Solid State Records band "The Undertaking!". We talk about the band's debut LP "Funeral Psalms" and how Austin balances Church life and his role in the band. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow, Spotify now has ratings! Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockThe Undertaking!:https://linktr.ee/theundertakingCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

It's the ninth episode of The KingdomCore Podcast and the final episode of 2021! We got to sit down with BOTH Brian 'Head' Welch of Korn and Love and Death, as well as the legendary Tommy Green of HolyName and formerly of Sleeping Giant. We talk about the new social media platform Pyvott, and why you should download it RIGHT NOW, because every download generates $1 to go towards fighting human trafficking with Tommy Green's foundation, I Run Against Traffic. We get into some chat about Jesus and some music from their respective bands as well. We had a very limited amount of time with Tommy and that is part of the reason there is a sudden end to his presence on the podcast, we hope to get to catch up with him in the near future a bit more. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow, Spotify now has ratings! Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockPyvott • Site: https://pyvott.com/ • Download: pyvott.page.link/pMRt4SwFV3MLNXrJ7Brian Welch: https://www.instagram.com/brianheadwelch/Tommy Green: https://www.instagram.com/tommyrunspyvott/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the eighth episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we sit down with Aldo, Daniel, and Matthew from the new Facedown band, Bloodlines! In this interview, we chat about Bloodlines' new EP "HEVEL." The meaning behind the name, getting signed to Facedown, and much more! We unfortunately lost some footage and audio from Matthew for the last 15 or so minutes of the episode, as we were having some connection issues, but it was a great podcast nonetheless. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow. Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockBloodlines: https://orcd.co/bldlnsCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the seventh episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we talk with Jason Wisdom, vocalist of Death Therapy and formerly of Becoming the Archetype and Solamors. In this interview, we chat about Death Therapy's new record "Melancholy Machines" and the process of making the switch from Solid State to T&N for this release. We even dive into the subject of what makes a Christian band and why we should or shouldn't use that label with different bands. This was by far our most humorous episode despite some technical difficulties (mostly left in for your entertainment). Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow. Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockDeath Therapy: https://linktr.ee/deaththerapyJason Wisdom's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jasonwisdomCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the sixth episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we talk with Sean McCulloch, vocalist of Phinehas. In this interview, we chatted about their new record "The Fire Itself," and what the writing and recording processes were like during the pandemic. Throughout the episode, we took a deep dive into the lyrical themes presented on the album such as faith, depression, and loss. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow. Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockPhinehas: https://phinehas.ffm.to/fireitselfFacebook: facebook.com/PhinehasrockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the fifth episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we sit down with all the members of Meadows, the latest Facedown Records Signees. We have a fun conversation filled with many great topics including a behind the scenes look of their new album "In Those Days & Also After" as well as some of their crazy tour moments, and hanging out at Furnace Fest. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow. Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockMeadows: https://linktr.ee/mdwsbandCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the fourth episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Schaeffer of Earth Groans and talk about the new EP "The Body," as well as getting back on tour, and the future of the band. Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow. Consider joining our Patreon linked below, thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockEarth Groans: https://www.earthgroansmusic.com/Check out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the third episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Christopher Adam and Sean Ely chat about what they consider to be the best year in the history of Christian Rock and Metal. Do you agree with them? If you could pick your favorite year, what would it be and why? In this episode we also announce the launch of our new Patreon page, links available below! Please leave a rating or review where you listen to help the podcast grow. Thank you so much for checking out the podcast and continuing your support!Patreon and other links: https://linktr.ee/kingdomcorepodcastWatch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock: https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at: https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at: https://solo.to/fortherock/

In the second episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Christopher Adam and Sean Ely sit down and chat with Mike Felker, the lead vocalist of the Metalcore band Convictions. Mike gives some background on his upbringing, coming to faith and eventual joining of the band Convictions. As well as a more in depth look behind the making of Conviction's latest album "I Won't Survive" and more! We hope that the few technical hiccups won't distract too much, thank you for your patience as we start this journey of podcasting!Watch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at https://solo.to/fortherock/

In this pilot episode of The KingdomCore Podcast, Christopher Adam and Sean Ely introduce themselves and their ministries. Your hosts also chat about what the future of this podcast will look like, how they got into the heavy music scene, and their top 3 favorite bands of all time. This is just the start, and we can not wait to start this journey with you!Watch the video version of Podcast on For The Rock https://www.youtube.com/fortherockCheck out more about KingdomCore at https://www.kingdomcoremusic.com/Check out more about For The Rock at https://solo.to/fortherock/