Podcasts about Knotfest

Emma discusses her band's tour with Spiritbox, the planning of her wedding, and shares some sneak peaks on Dying Wish's upcoming album and the future of the band!

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

This fortnight on Smack It Down, Jay and Corey set out to talk about wrestling—but, as always, chaos ensues. Jay accidentally reveals way too much about his questionable fetishes, leading Corey to reconsider their entire friendship. Meanwhile, the AFL is back, which means Jay is ready to pretend he understands the rules while Corey nods politely.   Jay also recounts his wild adventures at Knotfest. Oh and of course, there's wrestling—because apparently, that's what this podcast is about. Oh, and by the way… JOHN CENA TURNED HEEL.   All this and more on Smack It Down!

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz. Subscribe to She's With the Band for more episodes including Kittie, Jinjer, Knocked Loose + more

Wrapping up our Knotfest 2025 coverage, Sam is joined by comedian Luke Severeid. They cover Luke's picks from the festival, the pressure of being a "heavy metal comedian" without a mosh pit, and what it's like being above the elite.Connect with Luke on Instagram and TikTok, and check out his latest stand-up special on YouTube.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Interview by Jimmy Glinster and Angela CroudaceKnotfest Australia 2025 swept through Brisbane and Melbourne last weekend, and has just one show remaining before returning home for another 12 months.As expected, it was a bumper day filled with too many highlights to mention right now, but rest assured HEAVY made sure you get the story of the experience from the mouths of this behind the scenes making it all come true for fans around the country.The bands.Today we catch up with HEALTH not long before their Brisbane set…Tickets https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/knotfestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Kyra-Jade Coombs and Angela CroudaceKnotfest Australia 2025 swept through Brisbane and Melbourne last weekend, and has just one show remaining before returning home for another 12 months.As expected, it was a bumper day filled with too many highlights to mention right now, but rest assured HEAVY made sure you get the story of the experience from the mouths of this behind the scenes making it all come true for fans around the country.The bands.Today we catch up with Rou Reynolds from Enter Shikari.Tickets https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/knotfestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Kyra-Jade Coombs and Kris PetersKnotfest Australia 2025 swept through Brisbane and Melbourne last weekend, and has just one show remaining in Sydney before returning home for another 12 months.As expected, it was a bumper day filled with too many highlights to mention right now, but rest assured HEAVY made sure you get the story of the experience from the mouths of this behind the scenes making it all come true for fans around the country.The bands.Today we catch up with VENDED not long after their Brisbane set…Tickets https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/knotfestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Kyra-Jade Coombs and Angela CroudaceKnotfest Australia 2025 swept through Brisbane and Melbourne last weekend, and has just one show remaining in Sydney before returning home for another 12 months.As expected, it was a bumper day filled with too many highlights to mention right now, but rest assured HEAVY made sure you get the story of the experience from the mouths of this behind the scenes making it all come true for fans around the country.The bands.Today we catch up with MISS MAY I.Tickets https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/knotfestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Jimmy Glinster and Kris PetersKnotfest Australia 2025 swept through Brisbane and Melbourne last weekend, and has just one show remaining before returning home for another 12 months.As expected, it was a bumper day filled with too many highlights to mention right now, but rest assured HEAVY made sure you get the story of the experience from the mouths of this behind the scenes making it all come true for fans around the country.The bands.Today we catch up with Jake Taylor from In Hearts Wake not long before their Brisbane set...Tickets https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/knotfestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Jimmy Glinster and Kris PetersKnotfest Australia 2025 swept through Brisbane and Melbourne last weekend, and has just one show remaining before returning home for another 12 months.As expected, it was a bumper day filled with too many highlights to mention right now, but rest assured HEAVY made sure you get the story of the experience from the mouths of this behind the scenes making it all come true for fans around the country.The bands. Or in this case, the funny guy travelling with them.Today we catch up with American comedian Luke Severeid who... well, we're still unsure what his role at Knotfest is, but we're sure you will have just as much fun finding out as we did!Tickets https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/knotfestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Continuing the Knotfest check-ins from the Brisbane leg of the festival, Sam sits down with Neil Westfall from A Day to Remember. They cover beating the jet lag with some Speakeasies, putting physical records out before digital downloads, and some secrets for a part two of their album.Connect with A Day to Remember on Instagram and TikTok, and listen to their upcoming album "Big Ole Album Vol. 1" on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Sam and Max are under time pressure with some tech stuff-ups, but that doesn't stop Sam reviewing a few shows he caught over the weekend, and then diving deep on the perfect soundtrack for an upcoming weather event.Follow along with the songs we discuss with this week's Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Checking in at the Brisbane leg of Knotfest, Sam sits down with Aussie metal giants Polaris. They cover touring South America for the first time, dealing with the onstage nerves, and of course, their crown as the big-hitter track for the NRL in 2025.Connect with Polaris on their Instagram and TikTok, and revisit their 2023 album, "Fatalism", on Spotify and Apple Music.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Ahead of a headline show at Double Whammy, Elle spoke to Jacob Duzsik of Health. They spoke about the band's inception, their recent appearance at Knotfest and their experience working with collaborators such as 100 Gecs and Nine Inch Nails. 

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

Words by Kris PetersKnotfest throws up so many sonic moments of metal fury each year, but one of the lesser known - but equally as interesting - parts of the travelling music festival is the Knotfest Museum.Assembled from a massive collection of Slipknot memorabilia from the entirety of the bands' history, the Knotfest Museum is a treasure trove of goodness for the discerning Maggot, and even those with just a passing interest in a band that has revolutionised the world of heavy metal.Showcasing everything from old masks to costumes to photos to rarities (last years was Clown's solid gold mask, out of captivity for the first time ever) to the opportunity to actually play guitars as used on stage by Jim Root, Mick Thompson and V-Man, the Knotfest Museum is a must-see addition to Knotfest and one which will leave you in awe and wonderment as you marvel at Slipknot's history.And, of course, this year will be that little bit more special with a specifically curated museum focussing on Slipknot's 25th anniversary and everything it entails.HEAVY caught up with Slipknot Museum Global Director Caelin Meredith from the official Slipknot warehouse - for the once-in-a-lifetime, never-before-seen secret location - to find out more. We talk about everything from what it takes to put together the Slipknot Museum, how much input the band has in the process, what special items we might get, how different this years museum will be to last year, the interactive/playable content, booking entry, why the Slipknot Museum is a must for Knotfest attendees and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

“Don't make it weird…”   “They all wear jumpsuits, they're kinda like KISS because you don't know what they look like, but they kinda look like serial killers because they all have masks on, and you kinda get Purge vibes when you look at it (the album cover), and then you LISTEN to it…”   SLIPKNOT as a band is extremely off-putting, exhausting, and quite frankly, disturbing, and their self-titled debut album conveys these qualities in the darkest way possible. The album cover alone is the stuff of horror movies and nightmares, featuring all nine members clothed in red prison jumpsuits with their faces covered in grotesquely disfigured masks: nameless and faceless, with only a number and a barcode to identify them.    Find out more about the latest government study regarding “the medical benefits of bat vagina” and remember that “you've never seen Al Gore and Paul Stanley in the same place”. Discover who knows “how to use the phone”, put on your “Salad Face”, and be sure to “liberate bananas” when you JOIN US as we dive into the angry, uncomfortable darkness that is SLIPKNOT.   Visit www.metalnerdery.com/podcast for more on this episode   Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182   Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts - Spotify or your favorite Podcast app Listen on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your Podcasts. Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - Twitter   Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Can't be LOUD Enough Playlist on Spotify Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast Show Notes: (00:01): “This is how you know you're getting old…”/ #oldmancoughs / “I'm gonna go black this time…”/ “The medical benefits of bat vagina…”/ ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised *** / #asianstyleASMR / “Does everybody know that?” / ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST IN DIGITAL DOLBY SURROUND SOUND!!!*** / #thisepisodesbeeroftheepisode / #markthetime / #TerrapinBrewery #EspressoMartiniImperialWhiteStout #ninepercentABV / “That's a chug…”/ #JitteryJoes / ***IF YOU WANNA SKIP THE NONSENSE, GO TO #THEDOCKET *** / “It tastes like a coffee stout mixed with a light beer…”/ “It's got a corporate coffee carpet flavor…”/ #thatsnotamilkshake / “Where else do you get sugar?” / “WHOA!” / “I'm not gonna give you a recordable here…”/ Proteins and carbs/ “Hand me the horn, I'm feeling stressed…”/ “Meat is not what is fucking up your cholesterol…”/ #carbsaretheenemy / “Does Santa Claus come up from the septic tank now?” / #everythingisalie / #markallthetimes    (12:50): “But first…”/ PATREON SHOUT OUT (courtesy of Russell) / ***JOIN US on the #Patreon at patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast *** / “Just give me yeahs and oohs…let's see if Matt can NOT say a word while you do it…”/ “Speaking of emails…”/ ***You can email us at metalnerdery@gmail.com *** / #KingGizzardAndTheLizardWizard / “That's totally a great impression of me…”/ #eclectic / #whatsitcalled / “You've never seen Al Gore and Paul Stanley in the same place…”/ “It's a Patreon comment…”/ WE'LL PLAY YOUR SHIT-TAH!!! / #GodBelow / “If I was gonna dye my beard…”/ #saladface #wizardcamouflage / (***From “Painted Images With The Blood Of…”***) / STILL NOT QUITE SUICIDE / “There's no play button…”/ #thickandfull / “I like the harmonies…” / “And we have a voicemail…”/ ***IF YOU WANNA GIVE US A CALL AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL YOU CAN DO SO AT 980-666-8182!!!*** / #anonymouscaller / “That sounds like #PissingPost on a blackout bender…”/ “Would it be weird…?” / NOTE:  I believe Russell is wildly incorrect in his assertion…/ “You can identify however you want on this show…we want to know who you are…”/ #dontmakeitweird   (31:27): “What's on #TheDocket?” / METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS: SLIPKNOT!!! / #Slipknot #RussellsReflectionsSlipknotEdition / “Real tall…like basketball players…”/ “There's 9 or 10…”/ “That band is the epitome of our warning…their album cover looks like the stuff of nightmares…”/ Released on June 29, 1999 / Hailing from Des Moines, Iowa / 742617000027 / (SIC) / “If you let someone borrow a book and you never see it again…you've passed on knowledge…”/ #CoreyTaylor #SevenDeadlySins #Author / “When do y'all think you got on the #Slipknot boat?” / #funkmetal / “That's one of y'all's songs, wasn't it? Wait, did you sing on that one?” / EYELESS / “It's like #Slayer #KoRn and #Pantera all mixed into one…” / “Well, not really…but it's good.”   (49:10): “When we walked through the gates at Lakewood, this is what they were playing…”/ WAIT AND BLEED / “Dude, are you an octopus?” / “Yeah, this…they did this a LONG time…”/ SURFACING (“You always like the build, don't you?”) / “The best chorus in metal…”/ “They're coming this summer…so no excuses…”/ “I like the purple…”/ #GrapeNerds / SPIT IT OUT / “Tattered and torn…shaven and shorn?” / TATTERED & TORN / “It's off putting…”/ “It's gotta GO somewhere…”/ Art is subjective / “No, it's Me Inside…”/ #reissue / ME INSIDE / “The next one is called ‘Liberate Bananas'…”/ LIBERATE / #liberatebananas / “It's bananas!”    (1:03:44): PROSTHETICS / “It's gotta go somewhere…it's GOT to, mister…”/ “That's somebody's favorite song…” / NO LIFE / “You're butchering it…you were sticking your finger up the butthole of the song…”/ #hailyeah / DILUTED / “What the hell did I do to deserve all of this!?” / ONLY ONE / “Name that song…name it…that's a band not a song…”/ “I didn't realize they did that much rap stuff…”/ “That little breath there was perfect…”/ SCISSORS / #rightthere / “Don't scissor with that!”/ #skipahead / EEYORE / “This makes me want to break everything!” / “Get some of THAT!”/ “That is the soundtrack to #America right there!” / “If you start strong, it's only gonna get better…”/ ***We do also have a Slipknot #ITM episode and the #Knotfest concert review*** / #dilated #untilthenext / ***THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!!!*** / #outroreel

Sophie also tells stories of her journey being part of MGK's band, and the creative freedom she can experience on stage.

They also dive into their recent lineup changes and how different it feels for them to have a man playing bass on stage with them.

Interview by Angela CroudacePolaris is heading to Knotfest, and if you're not already pumped, you should be. The Aussie metal juggernauts are ready to tear it up alongside some of the biggest names in heavy music. HEAVY had the chance to chat with guitarist Rick Schneider about what it's like to be part of the iconic line up, what's in store for fans, and what's next for the band.When asked about joining Knotfest, Rick's reaction was simple and pure: “To be part of Knotfest, Slipknot's playing, that's kind of the pinnacle thing. Everyone is stoked on that. As soon as we got the offer, it was like, all right, well, we'll make that work.” For a band like Polaris, joining such a legendary festival line up feels like both a milestone and a natural step in their meteoric rise.Rick revealed that, while they didn't throw a huge party when they got the news, there was an undeniable sense of excitement among the band. “It's always nice to play at home, especially after a long time away. Every time we come back, it feels like a homecoming,” he said, speaking to the deep connection they have with their Australian fans.As for what fans can expect at the festival, Rick promised a balanced set that'll appeal to both new listeners and die-hard supporters alike. “We're definitely playing the new singles, but we're also making sure to keep it heavy and include some classics, like Lucid,” he shared, adding, “We have ample time, so it should be a good one.”When asked about his favourite song to perform live, Rick didn't hesitate: “Probably Hypermania. It's got heaps of energy, and it's one of those songs where everything fits into shape—less stress, big payoff.”And while it might surprise some, Rick admitted he's not the band's biggest Slipknot fan: "I'm the least Slipknot fan out of the guys," he laughed, but he still recognizes the sheer energy of playing such a huge festival.As for advice to aspiring Aussie bands? Rick keeps it real: “Social media is everything these days. You never know what platform might take off. Just get your music out there in every way you can.”Catch Polaris and more at Knotfest Australia 2025. It's going to be a metal lover's dream, and with Rick's focus on delivering a killer performance, this year's festival is shaping up to be one for the books!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Angela CroudaceIn our interview with Jake Taylor, the powerhouse vocalist of Australian metal band In Hearts Wake, we dug into the band's latest album Incarnation, their connection to tarot, and the unique creative journey behind their latest work.The concept for Incarnation is deeply rooted in the band's early fascination with tarot, something that's been in Taylor's life since childhood. “My mum was a tarot reader, so I grew up around people coming to her for readings,” Jake shared, “On this album, every song aligns with a major arcana card, but we've flipped them upside down,” he explained. This inversion of meanings reflects the darker, shadowy themes explored on the record. Incarnation delves deep into the underworld, musically and spiritually, creating a sonic experience that's intense, raw, and unrelenting.Jake also revealed that tarot is more than just a lyrical motif for the band—it's a tool for personal reflection. “We've turned to tarot during pivotal moments, like when we were figuring out the exit of a band member, just to see if things were aligned,” he said. This insight goes beyond mere fortune-telling, instead helping the band navigate life's challenging decisions.Aside from the mystical, Jake also spoke about the band's growth and experiences. Touring internationally, including a huge milestone tour with Slipknot and Lamb of God, has cemented In Hearts Wake's reputation as a force in the heavy music scene.In 2025, In Hearts Wake will bring their dark, powerful sound to Australia's Knotfest for the first time. The band is eager to take their place alongside metal heavyweights like Slipknot and Polaris. “It's a nice recognition,”Jake reflected, “Australia gets it—it gets the heavy music, the humour, and the wild places. We can't wait to share that connection on home soil.” It promises to be an unmissable moment for fans.When it comes to advice for aspiring Aussie musicians, Jake stressed the importance of staying grounded. “It's got to be about the music and the people first,” he advised. “Don't chase the numbers game. Find the roots that keep you connected to what you love.”With Incarnation now out, In Hearts Wake continues to push boundaries, blending their passion for music with a spiritual depth that's unique in the metal world.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Angela CroudaceAfter nearly three decades, Sharon den Adel, lead vocalist of Within Temptation, is finally bringing the band to Australia for the first time! During an interview with HEAVY, Sharon shared her excitement for performing at Knotfest and reflected on the band's long-awaited journey to the land down under.When asked about the band's lengthy absence from Australia, Sharon admitted, “There's no real good excuse except that it was difficult to fit in and to find the right promoter to bring us over… but after 30 years, we're finally coming!” She also discussed the challenges of long flights, especially with the notorious 24-hour trip to Australia, stating,"I'm going to try, it's going to be a new experiment.”Sharon is looking forward to more than just playing at Knotfest, where she'll share the stage with legendary bands. “It's like a candy store,” she says, eager to explore the festival lineup.A notable part of Within Temptation's music is their bold political commentary. Sharon explained that the band felt compelled to address global issues like the war in Ukraine and the plight of women in Iran. “We have a platform, and we stand for certain values… It's important to talk about these things,” she says, emphasising that as artists, it's their responsibility to use their voice for change.Sharon also opened up about the challenges of being a female frontwoman in a male-dominated genre. She shared that despite facing some initial resistance from certain fans, she's always felt at home in the metal scene. "I've always felt very at home in the metal (scene)… I was never separated because I was a woman," Sharon revealed. She also reflected on the broader impact her presence—and that of other women—has had on the genre, saying, "The more there is of us, the more diversity, and it makes the scene more interesting." Sharon's perspective highlights how women in metal have paved the way for future generations, encouraging young female musicians to carve out their own space in the industry.With their long-awaited Australian side shows scheduled in Brisbane and Melbourne, fans can expect to hear not just their iconic symphonic metal, but a band that's unafraid to speak out on the world's pressing issues.Catch Within Temptation at Knotfest and Monday 3 March - Princess Theatre, Brisbane, Thursday 6 March - Max Watts, Melbourne.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

Frontman, Taka Moriuchi, of Japanese pop rock band, ONE OK ROCK, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss their last album, Luxury Disease, it's more rock heavy direction, and collaborating with artists such as Ed Sheeran, and Toronto's own, Grandson. We also talk about their Premonition Tour, their love for Toronto and it's culture, creating multiple versions of songs for different fan bases, performing at the legendary Tokyo Dome, their connection to the Rurouni Kenshin films, being apart of Knotfest, performing with Linkin Park at the Chester Bennington Tribute Show, and their upcoming new material.

Brat Summer is arriving Down Under as the Laneway line up goes live, then Sam and Max try and predict that hot mask summer for the Knotfest line up. Alongside that, Sam looks to air a few musical grievances.Follow along with the tracks we discuss in this week's show in the Spotify Playlist.Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

Disciples! We’re hitting ya up with a new My Life in Four Songs (MLiFS) featuring the one and only Joshua Toomey from the Talk Toomey Podcast and Audio Autopsy on Knotfest.com! Joshua and I had a good time hangin’ out and talkin’ music and we also get into his time performing music and being part … Continue reading (343) MLiFS: Joshua Toomey →

The legendary promotion that is WXO Wrestling has its final show ever! This infamous company had one taping and 3 episodes! On this last show ever, Ted DiBiase opens up and says, “The buck stops here!” He then proceeds to book Adam Pearce and The Bodies in a 3 on 3 handicapped match against The Shane Twins in the main event! After that main event, we went backstage and commentator Stan Lane was attacked and laid out! We never find out who did it. Also on the show, The Dominator Feed Ottman wrestles, more footage from “The Egg Dome”, and Anthony Adonis vs Billy Fives! Plus, the boys go to Knotfest in Des Moines, Iowa for an epic concert and the $5 DEADLOCK Q&A is back!⦁    Deadlock Discord: https://discord.gg/E4BvR4W⦁    Deadlock Shop: https://shop.deadlockpw.com⦁    Deadlock Patreon: https://patreon.com/deadlockpw⦁    Deadlock Twitter: https://twitter.com/deadlockpw⦁    Deadlock Instagram: https://instagram.com/deadlockwrestling⦁    Deadlock Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/deadlockpw⦁    Deadlock Pro Wrestling: http://deadlockpro.com

She's with the Band, the show that aims to amplify the voices of women and femme people on stage, backstage, and in the business, hosted by Tori Kravitz.

Lzzy dives into her expansive professional journey as an artist, gets vulnerable about the early doubts and struggles she faced, shares the surreal full-circle moments of working with Sevendust and Skid Row, spills never-before-shared secrets of Halestorm's history, and picks HER most jaw-dropping female artist she'd love to work with.

Greyhaven is an emerging band with a passionate fanbase, but they are yet to achieve widespread recognition. Their journey has been marked by lineup changes, pandemics, and recent breakthroughs, including working with Solid State Records and gaining attention from tours. Brent Mills recently sat down with Joshua Toomey for an Audio Autopsy of "Empty Black" The recording of Empty Black was an intense, collaborative process with producer Will Putney, reflecting both personal and political themes in the songwriting. Songs like "Sweet Machine" and "White Lighters" explore anxiety and personal struggles, while tracks like "Kappa (River Child)" show a more imaginative, creative side. Audio Autopsy: Bi-Monthly podcast dedicated to telling the full story of the genre's most impactful albums - follow + subscribe https://knot1.co/AAMissMayI Talk Toomey Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey Joshua Toomey on Facebook/X @talktoomeytalk https://www.instagram.com/missmayiband/ https://www.instagram.com/levibenton https://www.instagram.com/joshua_toomey https://www.instagram.com/knotfest​​ Visit https://Knotfest.com for premium heavy music content #audioautopsy #greyhaven #knotfest #brentmills

Meg Mills spills the details on Turnstile life: from the 'pinch me' moment of being offered to join as their touring guitarist to the wild experiences she's had on the road so far including “one of the most overwhelming experiences”. From being inspired by Jamie Lee Curtis' Freaky Friday guitar solo (as most of us are) through the formation of Big Cheese in the “golden age of hardcore” to history-defining moments with Turnstile. Watch through to find out who Meg's dream collab would be as “she's the coolest and I love everything about her performance energy”!

This week, it's an absolute scorcher of a chat with Sydney Singer-songwriter, tiffi ahead of her show at BIGSOUND. Along the way, we dive deep on just about every topic, including the Western Sydney/Inner West divide, have a frank discussion about trying to limit your own fame to save your mental health, how to get onto the Knotfest line-up, and shout out tiffi's brother, also a Sam.Connect with tiffi on Instagram and TikTok and listen to her latest EP, "Cold Medicine" on Spotify and Apple Music. Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

This week, it's an absolute scorcher of a chat with Sydney Singer-songwriter, tiffi ahead of her show at BIGSOUND. Along the way, we dive deep on just about every topic, including the Western Sydney/Inner West divide, have a frank discussion about trying to limit your own fame to save your mental health, how to get onto the Knotfest line-up, and shout out tiffi's brother, also a Sam.Connect with tiffi on Instagram and TikTok and listen to her latest EP, "Cold Medicine" on Spotify and Apple Music. Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok.

Alexia and Anissa discuss both the present and the past of the band, revealing the secret of Anissa's re-integration in the group to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Reach with a special tour. The two artists also detail how it was growing up on the road as teenagers who travelled the world, discussing all the positive and negative impacts this had on their development.

Zakk describes the Berzerkus Festival as a large-scale version of high school keg parties, bringing together friends and bands for a party. He emphasizes reaching out to friends in various bands, including Cody Jinks, to participate. The festival features diverse activities like beer tasting, food trucks, a car show, and a battle of the bands. Zakk reflects on celebrating the legacy of Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul through Pantera's music, noting the emotional impact on fans and the importance of honoring past musicians. He shares his personal connections and experiences, expressing excitement for the festival and the camaraderie within the Pantera camp. Zakk speaks on learning Pantera songs on YouTube and how most of the time if he learns by ear, he will learn them more difficule than they really are. Zakk expresses admiration for Dimebag Darrell's unique writing style and chord choices, comparing him to other greats like Jimi Hendrix and Randy Rhoads. They note the interesting and unconventional aspects of Dime's compositions, highlighting how his choices made the music distinctive. Zakk enjoys discovering the deeper nuances in Dime's work, which puts him in the same league as other legendary guitarists. Zakk recalled his appearance on Aqua Teen Hunger Force, describing it as hilarious and the most ridiculous thing he had ever seen. He was asked to do a reading for the show, which he found hilarious despite not being very familiar with it beforehand. When discussing the riff from "No More Tears," Wylde credited its inspiration to Tony Iommi and detailed how it came together during rehearsals with bandmates contributing different parts. Reflecting on playing "in the round" on tour with Metallica and Pantera, he described the challenges of performing without stage monitors and adapting to various settings. Despite technical issues and the enormity of the shows, Wylde enjoyed the experience and emphasized the importance of entertaining the entire audience.TI from Titans Idiot Nation also joins the podcast to speak on his recent trip to Titans training camp, the origins of Titans Idiot Nation and his newest venture, Sports Idiot Nation. TI talks about the easiest NFL fan bases to get riled up and even some that have come along for the TIN ride. His page is a great follow and also check out the just released Sports Idiot Nation Podcast.Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Support Toomey on Patreon www.patreon.com/talktoomey Concept Cafes Coffee https://www.conceptcafes.com Subscribe to Knotfest on YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. #talktoomey #zakkwylde #ozzy #pantera #bls  

Melissa here gives insights on why and how she decided to start her own band after being part of different projects, and where the name "Ad Infinitum" originally came from. Melissa also details the way she writes her lyrics and tells exclusive backstage secrets on how the band filmed their recent music videos.

Throughout this episode, Samantha details life on tour, being one of the only women on tour with a huge bunch of guys. Samantha also gives more insights on her tattoo shop that aims to be a safe place for all femme people. She also tells the tale of Frozen Soul's show at the legendary Red Rocks, being the first death metal band to ever play there.

Throughout this new episode, Arrow dives deep into tough topics such as the online hate she's faced on social media. Arrow and Tori share their personal experiences of being harassed, and they give powerful insights on how they overcome these challenges. Arrow also gives us some insights into how she writes her music, and the differences of her personality on vs off the stage!

May 3, 1988, may just be the biggest, red-letter, landmark date in all of progressive metal, as it marks the release of QUEENSRYCHE's 3rd studio album OPERATION: MINDCRIME, one of the finest concept albums in all of metal. It's very much a “Pink Floyd meets heavy metal” style and vibe, and is quite a departure from their two previous albums (The Warning & Rage For Order), with a very “in your face” mix, some power metal overtones, and perhaps the most aggressive bass sound on a metal album EVER, which is weirdly ironic considering that QUEENSRYCHE was the weirdest opening band choice to open for the biggest thrash metal band on the planet (at the time) who had just released an album that, conversely, had the most absent bass sound on a metal album EVER. (Sometimes life is just way too weird…)   Remember that $25 was a small price to pay in 1988 to become “a happy man” even though “only YOU can make YOU happy” (because “you rent ‘em, you don't buy ‘em”). Prepare to find out the answer to “which would be worse?”, discover where to go for any “gift ideas”, learn the identify of Matt's doppelganger and hear about Russell's “Mr. Miyagi moment”, including the resulting “truck trim” prior to making his transition from guitar player to bass player. Remember that “any band who mentions two thrash references on one album can't be all that bad”, go get yourself a summer “skinjob” and JOIN US as we dive into one of the most world-renowned rock operas in all of metal with OPERATION: MINDCRIME.   CHECK OUT QUEENSRYCHE ON THE INTERWEBS http://www.queensrycheofficial.com/ Visit www.metalnerdery.com/podcast for more on this episode   Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182   Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts - Spotify or your favorite Podcast app Listen on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your Podcasts. Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - Twitter   Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Can't be LOUD Enough Playlist on Spotify Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast   Show Notes: (00:01): “I had another dream…” / #RodStewart #Roxanne #SteveMartin #Dicknose #Cocknose / “Wasn't there a movie with #DanAkroyd?” / #bigdicknose (“Was that what it was?”) / “Now you're just reaching…”/ #controlF / “Maybe he gives good nasal…”/ #penisnose #dicknoseish / “Is it more noble to be a grower or a shower?” / #transformers / “What if girls' tits were like that?” / “She's gonna have back trouble…”/ #Cumbersome / ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised *** / #MrBlack #blessing / ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST!!!*** / #anathesia #canyons / “Why am I always sucking things?” / “Don't skip…”/ #beatupbuick / #Napster #spoof #Metalacoloypse #ItsHuge #Dethklok / “I'm surprised you don't own all the DVD's just for that…”/ #watchparty / #thisepisodesbeeroftheepisode #ASMR #NewRealmBrewingCompany #Kickflipper #IPA / “It's gotta dolphin…”/ “What's up with the knees on that dolphin?” / #sevenpointzeroABV / #theverdict “Not bad…a little green…”/ “I hope he's alright and I hope he also heard the #DeathMatch …” / #DariusImpressionASMR / “Is it manifest or manifestated?” / #PatreonShoutout / “He's the #OGP #OriginalPatreon …”/ #samething / #makemeyours (“I mean, a while back…”) / “Dude you rent ‘em you don't buy ‘em…”/ #financee / #thedatinggame / “They just stay until they find a new dick that's interesting…”/ “What if the woman's husband is kind of a douche?” / #bangaway / “If she needs a cock to cry on…”/ “I don't wanna be a #homewrecker …”/ “Is it?” / #onlyyoucanmakeyouhappy / “I guess that's what happens…”/ “Is it athlete or athalete?” / “Those girls know how to fuck…”   (17:17): “What's the #Tarentino movie with the vampires?” / #FromDuskTilDawn / #RussellsReflectionsASMR #TheGentleman (“A show based on the movie…”) / “Who would you get to play you?” / #pigvomit (“He'd play me…”) / #JasonStathamASMR / #JackBlackASMR / “Did you take your drugs today?” / “He's one of my favorite human beings…he will always make me laugh.”/ #pickleball #dipshot #notarealsport / #fitasafiddle / “It's called #doublestandards dude and women do that ALL the time!”    (23:23): #TheDocket METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS:  QUEENSRYCHE – OPERATION: MINDCRIME / ***Check out our #Knotfest episode which includes a brief #ProgMetal section…*** / #conceptalbum / “What kind of metal is it?” / “That was such a weird match up…” / #Metallica #AJFA tour / “Wouldn't that be like having #PigDestroyer opening up for #DreamTheater?” / “This was really before the #DreamTheater …”/ “What was the #PinkFloyd song they did?” / Released May 3rd, 1988 / #handmedowncar / “Back then you took whatever #handmedown you got…”/ #autoreversetapedeck / “I know you got a LOT of pussy because of that truck…”/ #RussellsReflectionsASMR #TruckEdition #MattsDoppelganger #GeeoffTaint / “It only had like 30,000 miles on it…”/ #MrMiyagiMoment / #trucktrim / “I used to be kinda jealous a little bit…”/ “I knew it wasn't your guitar playing…this was before you transitioned…”/ “God, they don't let you do anything…”/ #bassplayerhateASMR    (32:37): The synopsis and plot line of #OperationMindcrime / #UltraMK or #MKUltra / I REMEMBER NOW (“Is this the United States calling, are we reaching?”) / “Is that #morphine?” / “Sweet dreams…you bastard.”/ ANARCHY-X (“The mix is very in-your-face…”) / REVOLUTION CALLING (“It's calling right now…to you…”) / #yeahyeah / #youreadick / OPERATION: MINDCRIME #screamfromtheballs (“That bass is aggressive as fuck…”) / #skinjob / “Bill's got a skinjob…”/ SPEAK #speakfromtheballs #powermetal #DeathAngel / “See, how do you like that?” / #Queensryche with #Anthrax and #DeathAngel references / SPREADING THE DISEASE / “25 bucks a fuck and John's a happy man, she wipes the filth away and it's back on the streets again…”/ “With inflation, that's about $8,000 today?” / “Everybody could do #Reagan …”/ #speakfromthetits   (43:53): THE MISSION (“Sounds like #JamesBond shit right there…”) / “It does have a #Floydian kinda vibe to it…”/ “It would almost sound like #Maiden …”/ NOTE: See also #OperationMindcrimeII with #RJD / “I'll fix it in post…”/ SUITE SISTER MARY #epicprogmetal #creepyvibes #atmospheric #eerieASMR #KingDiamondASMR / “Why does he sound #NotAmerican?” / “Who's the woman?” / #PamelaMoore / “I love this part…”/ NOTE:  I wonder what is being sung in #Latin in the background?    (51:34): “Apparently there is a name of a vodka and/or bourbon called #FightingCock …”/ #OneFootLong / THE NEEDLE LIES (“You can't walk away now…”) / “that shit must be really good…”/ “Which is more addicting: meth or heroin?” / #allegedly / “I've got more boner fantasies with pain pills than pussy…”/ “This is almost as good as the #hogstory …”/ #cocaineandviagra / #giftideas / “I just like the word…” / ELECTRIC REQUIEM / “Here's my only beef…”/ “It's also fun to be able to skip it…”/ “It's a cool thing that the band you like did…”/ BREAKING THE SILENCE / “He's doing a higher harmony over that harmony…” / #guitarsound (“As a #bassplayer who used to identify as a #guitarplayer…”/ “It's not delivery, it's #DeGarmo …”/ #aunch / #snortfromtheballs / I DON'T BELIEVE IN LOVE / “Is this on #Footloose?” / “Geeoff Taint is his own #barbershopquartet …”   (1:05:36): “Can we do #KISS #AliveII?” / WAITING FOR 22 (“Definitely has #Floyd vibes for sure…”) / MY EMPTY ROOM #markthetime (“that sounds like an empty room, doesn't it?”) / #ShutTheFuckUp #STFU / EYES OF A STRANGER (“It's very 80's…THIS was on #Footloose…”) / “Why am I here? And for how long?” / #REVOLUTION (“I remember now…”) / #usethoseheadphones / “Yeah maybe not, I don't know…”/ “Which would be worse…”/ #KISSwouldbeworse / “Is it fair to say…?”/ #toopretty / #majestical / #futureepisodeidea / “People that hate metal like #Metallica …”/ “Oh that's coming…”/ ***COME ON DOWN TO THE #METALNERDERYPODCAST UNDERGROUND BUNKERPOON GIFT SHOPPE AT metalnerdery.com/merch TO PICK UP YOUR #METALNERDERYMERCH !!!*** / #outroreel  

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(05/22/24) - KNOTFEST Iowa happening September 21...a ranking of the bands besides Slipknot that I'm excited to see at the show

Joshua Toomey and Ro Kohli bring you another new episode of Nu Pod presented by Knotfest. Dryden Mitchell and Terry Corso of Alien Ant Farm join the show to talk about their new album, "Mantras." To start the podcast, the Toomey and Ro discuss their history with Alien Ant Farm and dive into Limp Bizkit's recent performance at Lollapalooza in Argentina. Differences between American audiences and audiences abroad are discussed.  Shavo from System of a Down and his newly formed supergroup, sevenhoursafterviolet, is disected. Anticipation is high for the group's sound, with expectations leaning towards a heavy and groovy vibe. Shifting gears, the discussion moves on to Korn's recently announced tour commemorating their 30th anniversary, featuring special guests Gojira and Spiritbox across North America from September to October. Amidst the excitement for the tour, there's also speculation about the potential involvement of former Korn members like David, sparking hopes among fans for special reunion performances. Reflecting on Korn's journey from their early days to their immense success, there's a sense of appreciation for their influence on the metal scene and the anticipation for what the future holds. Overall, the conversation captures a blend of excitement, nostalgia, and anticipation for both Shavo's new project and Korn's upcoming tour, along with the possibility of reunions within the band.Dryden and Terry of Alien Ant Farm invite listeners into their world, teasing the release of their new album, "Mantras," amidst playful banter about pronunciation. The discussion effortlessly transitions from anecdotes about encounters with Metallica's James Hetfield to reflections on their journey over the past decade, marked by personal struggles and creative breakthroughs. As they reminisce about their legacy and the unexpected success of their hit "Smooth Criminal," they candidly share insights into their creative process and the challenges of returning to touring after a hiatus, leaving listeners eager to join them on their next musical adventure.Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalk Ro Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest #korn #alienantfarm  

In this episode of Nu Pod on Knotfest.com, hosts Joshua and Ro touch on Slipknot's new drummer speculation and Dino Cazares' search for a bassist and the list of requirements. The guys then dive into the latest track "Anti-Droid" with Burton C. Bell, formerly of Fear Factory. Burton discusses the meaning behind some of the lyrics to the new song, his plan to release more music and hints at an upcoming show. They delve into the industrial sounds Burton brought to the band and the influences behind Fear Factory's iconic style. The guys talk past OzzFests and Burton's early impressions of Slipknot. This one is a must listen! Nu Pod on Instagram @nupod1999 Joshua Toomey on Facebook/Twitter @talktoomeytalkRo Kohli on Facebook/Twitter @warmachinemerch Subscribe to KNOTFEST YouTube for exclusive performances & in-depth interviews with the most exciting artists in aggressive music, deep dives into iconic artists' discography, and more. Website: http://www.knotfest.com​​​​​​​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST​​​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KNOTFEST​​​​​​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotfest ​​ #nupod #numetal #knotfest #burtoncbell