Podcast appearances and mentions of Kurt Ballou

Send us a textDevin Swank, frontman of Ohio death metal titans Sanguisugabogg, joins the Vulgar Display of Podcast for a raw and hilarious conversation just ahead of the debut album of one of his other bands, Bludgeoned of Deformity, -  dropping Friday, June 6th. 

This week Jeremy welcomes Jami Morgan of Code Orange and Nowhere2Run. On this episode, Jeremy and Jami talk world building, Pittsburgh, the movie Out of the Furnace, the aesthetic of bands, My Chemical Romance, Projekt Revolution Tour, free concert tickets from school, compact discs, school of the arts, working with Kurt Ballou, touring with Terror, and so much more!!! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and The Website Formerly Known as Twitter SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON for a bonus episode where Jami answered questions that were submitted by subscribers!

Years later, the boys finally talk about No Heroes by Converge. For realsies.

Converge experienced a significant transformation following the release of Petitioning the Empty Sky. They found a new bassist in Cave In's Stephen Brodsky, who would join the band on several releases in 1997 as well as their first proper full-length album the following year. This release also serves as the first full-length recorded, at least partially, by guitarist Kurt Ballou at the now-iconic God City Studios and the debut under their new label, Equal Vision Records. While their next album would arguably reshape the landscape of extreme music, When Forever Comes Crashing captures Converge at their most ferocious, precise, and unconventional yet. Join us this week as we conclude this era of Converge with When Forever Comes Crashing! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Recommendations: Full of Hell and Nothing - When No Birds Sang Saetia - Tendrils Lamb of God - As The Palaces Burn Cave In - Jupiter Loincloth - Psalm of the Morbid Whore For all updates on the show, follow us here: @RiffWorshipPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Riff Worship on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Review's from the Dylbozer's Din on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our official playlists: ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Riffs On Repeat (Spotify)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hits From The Crypt (Apple Music)

With a lineage stretching several decades, Converge have solidified their reputation as one of hardcore's most influential and hardest-working bands. This wasn't accomplished overnight, but we may be able to pinpoint when things began to click. Originally released as a 5-song EP, Petitioning the Empty Sky currently stands as a collection of material from various recording sessions. Written by the combined forces of vocalist Jacob Bannon and guitarist Kurt Ballou, these tracks feature a familiar dissonance and intensity. This is far from the Converge we know today, but from the first moments of its 7-minute opener, it's clear that Petitioning the Empty Sky is a sign of great things to come. Recommendations: SLOWHOLE - SLOWHOLE Primal Code - Opaque Fixation Paprika - Paprika Vile Creature - Glory, Glory! Apathy Took Helm! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For all updates on the show, follow us here: @RiffWorshipPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Riff Worship on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Review's from the Dylbozer's Din on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tune in LIVE to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vocal Distortion⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Mondays at 6PM CST on FM89.1, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WONC.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our official playlists: ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Riffs On Repeat (Spotify)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hits From The Crypt (Apple Music)

This week the fellas get a taste of blistering Arizona heat with the fantastic new album from Old School Death Metal darlings Gatecreeper, Dark Superstition.

Joining me today is Zach of the band Abrams whom once you listen to (if you haven't already) you will wonder what why and how they have been a long standing part of your listening rotation. Their new album Blue City is awesome and we talk plenty about it along with things like working with Kurt Ballou & Blues Funeral, Zach & I have hot takes on Mastodon that we randomly are in sync with, stories about leaving bass players behind and tons more, PUSH PLAY!  Show Links: https://linktr.ee/epitome_of_stupidity_podcast Abrams links  https://www.abramsrocks.com/ https://www.facebook.com/abramsrock https://abramsrock.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/abramstheband/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/3fABaDSFO3HNDno3EGIIip Brimming Horn  https://www.brimminghornmeadery.com/

 I Don't Wanna Hear It Podcast268 - Disc Dives For Dummies: Jane Doe by ConvergeThis week, we dig into the viscera of one of the 2000's most feral-sounding records and try not to bite each other and die screaming.Check out more of our stuff at I Don't Wanna Hear It and join the Patreon, jabroni. I mean, if you want. Don't be weird about it. Oh, and we publish books at Sixth and Center Publishing because we want to be bankrupted by a dying medium.Episode Links:ValdrinHeart To GoldJane Doe by ConvergeSome of our old bands are on Spotify:Absent FriendsWe're Not DeadYears From NowMusical Attribution:Licensed through NEOSounds. License information available upon request.“5 O'Clock Shadow,” “America On the Move,” “Baby You Miss Me,” “Big Fat Gypsy,” “Bubble Up,” “C'est Chaud,” “East River Blues,” “The Gold Rush,” “Gypsy Fiddle Jazz,” “Here Comes That Jazz,” “I Wish I Could Charleston,” “I Told You,” “It Feels Like Love To Me,” “Little Tramp,” “Mornington Crescent,” “No Takeaways.” 

Throughout the conversation with Matt Pike and Jeff Matz of Sleep and High on Fire, we discuss their latest studio album, Cometh the Storm. Our discussion goes into the album's thematic layers, focusing on tracks like "Sol's Golden Curse" and their relevance amidst current global events, including the COVID-19 pandemic, left-wing political authoritarianism, and societal unrest. We also explore Kurt Ballou of Converge's role as the album's producer. Matt shares insights into his solo project, Pike vs. the Automaton, and its potential influence on Cometh the Storm. Reflecting on Third Man Records Vault Package #52, featuring Sleep's "Dopesmoker" with remastered audio, Matt provides his perspective. Additionally, he discusses Sleep's previous release, "The Sciences," marking their return after a hiatus. Jeff Matz offers insights into his dual commitment to teaching and music, and we touch upon drummer Coady Willis's recent performance in Australia with The Melvins. Pre-order/save High on Fire's Cometh the Storm  here: https://highonfire.ffm.to/comeththestorm

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! SO MUCH to catch up on.Fantastic Four casting. Mandalorian game rumored again, but different. Helldivers 2 update delayed.Trailers galore or new TV stuff. "Superhero Fatigue?" And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content.  MusicNew Music/VideoAlien Ant Farm - So Cold https://youtu.be/XI5OvgMnQQ4 New mAntras  record to be released April 26. I miss the crazy days of the band. But this is still some quality Dark Pop.Comeback Kid - Disruption https://youtu.be/N8yel9QHRJc new Trouble EP to release March 15. Still SOLID hardcore!Kittie - the Morgan sisters are releasing their first new music in 13 years. The song “Eyes Wide Open” … eh…https://youtu.be/hIqcEiaOpM8 High on Fire - Burning Down https://youtu.be/MJ9yIWBb4pY New record (Cometh the Storm) due out April 19 from MNRK Heavy. Produced by Kurt Ballou. LOVE Matt Pike's tone SO MUCH! This video is your worst AI nightmare. A bit indulgent, as should be expected, with 2 solo sections.Harper - I Hope You Choke https://youtu.be/d8hNH7S5mt4 another original it would seem. Production is always solid here. Great to see the younger generation getting into the metal!The Holy Ghost Tabernacle Choir - Brightly Lit for Bad Decisions https://youtu.be/BUHDQd-IKPc VERY interesting. A little avant garde with your metal.Crosses - Big Youth (Feat El-P) https://youtu.be/FgvrTHh_0Ck the more I hear of these guys the more I like them!!Tours/FestivalsInkcarceration 2024 - https://blabbermouth.net/news/shinedown-godsmack-and-breaking-benjamin-to-headline-this-years-inkcarceration-music-tattoo-festival Avatar - Tour Dates: May 8-19Support Acts: Oxymorrons and Conquer Dividehttps://avatarmetal.com Heilung - Tour Dates: April 13-23Support Acts: Elvorhttps://www.amplifiedhistorytour.com/?mc_cid=511aebc3f0&mc_eid=1e5ce53059 In This Moment/ Motionless in White - “Godmode” Tour Dates: April 30-May 5Support Acts: Kim Dracula, Mike's Deadhttps://inthismomentofficial.com Periphery - Tour Dates: May 8-18Support Acts: Eidola, Jake Bowenhttps://periphery.net Primus/Coheed & Cambria - Sept 12 through Aug 17. Openers Guerilla Toss, Too Many Zooz, or Fishbone depending on the leg you catch. https://www.stubhub.com/primus-tickets/performer/9511 Reg ‘ol NewsOpeth - Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson to guest on next record. Said to be playing on “three or four tracks.”https://metalinjection.net/news/jethro-tulls-ian-anderson-to-guest-on-opeths-next-album SuggestsNecropanther “Betrayal” - https://necropanther.com/music Just a super fun thrashy death metal band on the come up. THIS RECORD SLAPS!Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsElden Ring - Shadow of the Erdtree trailer announced. TOMORROW!https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/elden-ring-dlc-shadow-of-the-erdtree-trailer-gameplay/ TrailersKiller Klowns - https://youtu.be/qf4zUiqNQK8 Pre-Orders open Feb 21. Game release June 4th!! Teravision Games producer, PS5 XBox Series and Steam.Hellbreach: Vegas - New Left 4 Dead and CoD Zombies mashup game. Open free beta opens Feb 21. Proper release on March 11.https://youtu.be/VyG4yYBQUiM Reg ‘ol NewsHelldivers 2 - Mech suits have been put on a slight hold due to the server issues they have been having with all the unexpected success. They are in the final stages of polish according to one of the developers on the game's Discord server.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/helldivers-2-mechs-update/ https://youtu.be/vXddWD88jeI Nintendo Direct - Scheduled for Feb 21 at 9am ET. Will last roughly 25 min and will be focusing on Switch games to expect through June-ish.Avatar: The Last Airbender - A 2v2 fighting game set in the Avatar: The Last Airbender universe, developed by Maximum Entertainment (creators of "Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age"), launches in Early Access next year. Details are limited, but the developer also owns the studio behind "Them's Fightin' Herds," raising questions about the game's tone.https://youtu.be/kEMDzFB1NDg?si=gcg3XBbhWpHumqkS SuggestsFreevee - ok not a normal suggestion, but Amazon is really starting to get good with the whole free streaming thing! Baby Driver was just added not too long ago.Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsDeadpool & Wolverine: WWIII - (W) Joe Kelly (A) Adam Kubert “The most intensely mismatched team-up in comics and pop culture, the best there is and the merc with the mouth, undergoes a radical change in an all-new three-part, globe-spanning saga for the ages in DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE: WWIII #1,” On Stands May 1.Deadpool 1 - (W) Cody Ziglar (A) Roge Antonio “As he confronts a brand-new archenemy named Death Grip—who may very well live up to his name—Wade will also reunite with his daughter Ellie. It's the father/daughter duo the Marvel Universe isn't ready for… and if Death Grip has his way, it'll only lead to heartbreak!” April 3Scarlet Witch 1 - (W) Steve Orlando (A) Jacopo Camagni on sale June 12.Continuing the story that started in Darkhold through Scarlet Witch and then on to Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver.https://www.firstcomicsnews.com/the-witch-is-back-steve-orlando-reignites-his-run-of-scarlet-witch/ Comic Con: The Cruise - SDCC is putting on a cruise! The cruise will sail from Tampa, Florida to Cozumel on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas. Some of the special guests include Warwick Davis, George Takei, and Ernie Hudson. Prices start at $990 per person.https://t.e2ma.net/click/1jvrvl/dhd57ayb/171kxsc TMNT - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is getting a new comic book series relaunch by IDW Publishing.The new series will be written by Jason Aaron and will feature art from a variety of different artists. The series will focus on the four main turtles and will feature new and returning villains. The first issue will be #1 of a new ongoing series. The relaunch is part of IDW's plans to expand its Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles line. On shelves this July.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-tmnt-comics-jason-aaron-relaunch-idw-interview/ ~ALSO~TMNT: Saturday Morning Adventures will be doing the inevitable crossover issue. Issue number 12 will cross timelines between many of the different iterations of the TMNT turtle-verse thanks to villain Mister Ogg. Pre-orders end March 18, and the book will release April 24.https://www.ign.com/articles/tmnt-saturday-morning-adventures-turtle-verse-crossover SuggestsFight Club - 1996 novel by Chuck Palahniuk. It follows the experiences of an unnamed protagonist struggling with insomnia. The protagonist finds relief by impersonating a seriously ill person in several support groups, after his doctor remarks that insomnia is not "real suffering" and that he should find out what it is really like to suffer. The protagonist then meets a mysterious man named Tyler Durden and establishes an underground fighting club as radical psychotherapy.Episodic ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsStar Trek: Discovery - Season 5 (Final) set for April 4th (thurs) premiere. 10 episode final season. First 2 at once.Landman - Jon Hamm joins the cast. Taylor Sheridan new series, Demi Moore was announced last week.Chucky - New season launches on USA April 10th.TrailersTales of the TMNT - https://youtu.be/_G4QsXwZFNY This summer.Bad Batch Final Season - https://youtu.be/GHxPp44zcUg feb 21Invincible S2 - https://youtu.be/k5OY-vXYzeE March 14Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live - https://youtu.be/xT1LXJRCrbQ Feb 25. With a Joe Bob Hosting premiere on Shudder!!SuggestsTrue Detective: Night Country (season 4)MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsDune 2 - New release date… just in case… March 1st.TrailersCrisis on Infinite Earths PT 2 - https://youtu.be/w6jtfmXziNQ Mortal Kombat: Kenshi VS Kitana - https://youtu.be/okAtQyxHhGQ not a trailer, but where else can i put this? Sound effects from the game? The Noah Fleder channel has a few MK shorts!Reg ‘ol NewsSuperhero Fatigue - Madame Web finishes its first 6 days at $20M. Estimated $80M - $100M shooting budget. Does that mean “Superhero Fatigue?” THR and Forbes are pushing that narrative, but Deadpool & Wolverine got the MOST VIEWS in 24 hours of any movie. Its not “Lady Superheroes” that fans have an issue with either, Morbius anyone? Also, there aren't even SUPERHEROES IN Madame Web.Fantastic Four - Ebon Moss-Bacrach - Ben Grimm Joseph Quinn (Eddie Munson in Stranger Things) - Johnny Storm, Vanessa Kirby - Sue Storm  and Pedro Pascal - Reed Richards.SuggestsAkira - 1988 Japanese animated cyberpunk action film[4] directed by Katsuhiro Otomo, produced by Ryōhei Suzuki and Shunzō Katō, and written by Otomo and Izo Hashimoto, based on Otomo's 1982 manga of the same name. Set in a dystopian 2019, it tells the story of Shōtarō Kaneda, the leader of a biker gang whose childhood friend, Tetsuo Shima, acquires incredible telekinetic abilities after a motorcycle accident, eventually threatening an entire military complex amid chaos and rebellion in the sprawling futuristic metropolis of Neo-Tokyo. Hulu and CruchyrollRumor MillNew RumorsSilk: Spider Society - Refocusing for a “Male-skewing Audience.” Amazon and Sony live-action series. Announced in Nov of 22. Angela Kang Phil Lord and Christopher Miller exec producing, but the entire writer's room has been sacked.Henry Cavill - Said to have signed with Marvel. Presumably putting to bed the speculation that he would be playing Dr Doom in the Fantastic Four movie. Likely NOT Captain Britain.Metroid Prime 4 - Said to be releasing THIS YEAR?Mandalorian: The Game - Respawn Entertainment is said to be working on an FPS for the IP. The rumor goes on to say that the game is “at least” 2 years out.MK1 - 20(!!!) DLC characters total (NOT kameos). KP1 = 6, KP2 = 6 (3 MK, 3 guest) Story DLC = 3, plus 5 more. Beetles - 4 BIO PICS? All intertwined.Spider-Man Noir - Nicolas Cage in “serious talks” to lead the cast in a live-action adaptation.SPECULATIONMK1 - 5 more could be additional Story Mode DLC. This is supposed to be the MK game that gets all the support that MK11 never got.You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! SO MUCH to catch up on.Fantastic Four casting. Mandalorian game rumored again, but different. Helldivers 2 update delayed.Trailers galore or new TV stuff. "Superhero Fatigue?" And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content.  MusicNew Music/VideoAlien Ant Farm - So Cold https://youtu.be/XI5OvgMnQQ4 New mAntras  record to be released April 26. I miss the crazy days of the band. But this is still some quality Dark Pop.Comeback Kid - Disruption https://youtu.be/N8yel9QHRJc new Trouble EP to release March 15. Still SOLID hardcore!Kittie - the Morgan sisters are releasing their first new music in 13 years. The song “Eyes Wide Open” … eh…https://youtu.be/hIqcEiaOpM8 High on Fire - Burning Down https://youtu.be/MJ9yIWBb4pY New record (Cometh the Storm) due out April 19 from MNRK Heavy. Produced by Kurt Ballou. LOVE Matt Pike's tone SO MUCH! This video is your worst AI nightmare. A bit indulgent, as should be expected, with 2 solo sections.Harper - I Hope You Choke https://youtu.be/d8hNH7S5mt4 another original it would seem. Production is always solid here. Great to see the younger generation getting into the metal!The Holy Ghost Tabernacle Choir - Brightly Lit for Bad Decisions https://youtu.be/BUHDQd-IKPc VERY interesting. A little avant garde with your metal.Crosses - Big Youth (Feat El-P) https://youtu.be/FgvrTHh_0Ck the more I hear of these guys the more I like them!!Tours/FestivalsInkcarceration 2024 - https://blabbermouth.net/news/shinedown-godsmack-and-breaking-benjamin-to-headline-this-years-inkcarceration-music-tattoo-festival Avatar - Tour Dates: May 8-19Support Acts: Oxymorrons and Conquer Dividehttps://avatarmetal.com Heilung - Tour Dates: April 13-23Support Acts: Elvorhttps://www.amplifiedhistorytour.com/?mc_cid=511aebc3f0&mc_eid=1e5ce53059 In This Moment/ Motionless in White - “Godmode” Tour Dates: April 30-May 5Support Acts: Kim Dracula, Mike's Deadhttps://inthismomentofficial.com Periphery - Tour Dates: May 8-18Support Acts: Eidola, Jake Bowenhttps://periphery.net Primus/Coheed & Cambria - Sept 12 through Aug 17. Openers Guerilla Toss, Too Many Zooz, or Fishbone depending on the leg you catch. https://www.stubhub.com/primus-tickets/performer/9511 Reg ‘ol NewsOpeth - Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson to guest on next record. Said to be playing on “three or four tracks.”https://metalinjection.net/news/jethro-tulls-ian-anderson-to-guest-on-opeths-next-album SuggestsNecropanther “Betrayal” - https://necropanther.com/music Just a super fun thrashy death metal band on the come up. THIS RECORD SLAPS!Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsElden Ring - Shadow of the Erdtree trailer announced. TOMORROW!https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/elden-ring-dlc-shadow-of-the-erdtree-trailer-gameplay/ TrailersKiller Klowns - https://youtu.be/qf4zUiqNQK8 Pre-Orders open Feb 21. Game release June 4th!! Teravision Games producer, PS5 XBox Series and Steam.Hellbreach: Vegas - New Left 4 Dead and CoD Zombies mashup game. Open free beta opens Feb 21. Proper release on March 11.https://youtu.be/VyG4yYBQUiM Reg ‘ol NewsHelldivers 2 - Mech suits have been put on a slight hold due to the server issues they have been having with all the unexpected success. They are in the final stages of polish according to one of the developers on the game's Discord server.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/helldivers-2-mechs-update/ https://youtu.be/vXddWD88jeI Nintendo Direct - Scheduled for Feb 21 at 9am ET. Will last roughly 25 min and will be focusing on Switch games to expect through June-ish.Avatar: The Last Airbender - A 2v2 fighting game set in the Avatar: The Last Airbender universe, developed by Maximum Entertainment (creators of "Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age"), launches in Early Access next year. Details are limited, but the developer also owns the studio behind "Them's Fightin' Herds," raising questions about the game's tone.https://youtu.be/kEMDzFB1NDg?si=gcg3XBbhWpHumqkS SuggestsFreevee - ok not a normal suggestion, but Amazon is really starting to get good with the whole free streaming thing! Baby Driver was just added not too long ago.Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsDeadpool & Wolverine: WWIII - (W) Joe Kelly (A) Adam Kubert “The most intensely mismatched team-up in comics and pop culture, the best there is and the merc with the mouth, undergoes a radical change in an all-new three-part, globe-spanning saga for the ages in DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE: WWIII #1,” On Stands May 1.Deadpool 1 - (W) Cody Ziglar (A) Roge Antonio “As he confronts a brand-new archenemy named Death Grip—who may very well live up to his name—Wade will also reunite with his daughter Ellie. It's the father/daughter duo the Marvel Universe isn't ready for… and if Death Grip has his way, it'll only lead to heartbreak!” April 3Scarlet Witch 1 - (W) Steve Orlando (A) Jacopo Camagni on sale June 12.Continuing the story that started in Darkhold through Scarlet Witch and then on to Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver.https://www.firstcomicsnews.com/the-witch-is-back-steve-orlando-reignites-his-run-of-scarlet-witch/ Comic Con: The Cruise - SDCC is putting on a cruise! The cruise will sail from Tampa, Florida to Cozumel on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas. Some of the special guests include Warwick Davis, George Takei, and Ernie Hudson. Prices start at $990 per person.https://t.e2ma.net/click/1jvrvl/dhd57ayb/171kxsc TMNT - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is getting a new comic book series relaunch by IDW Publishing.The new series will be written by Jason Aaron and will feature art from a variety of different artists. The series will focus on the four main turtles and will feature new and returning villains. The first issue will be #1 of a new ongoing series. The relaunch is part of IDW's plans to expand its Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles line. On shelves this July.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-tmnt-comics-jason-aaron-relaunch-idw-interview/ ~ALSO~TMNT: Saturday Morning Adventures will be doing the inevitable crossover issue. Issue number 12 will cross timelines between many of the different iterations of the TMNT turtle-verse thanks to villain Mister Ogg. Pre-orders end March 18, and the book will release April 24.https://www.ign.com/articles/tmnt-saturday-morning-adventures-turtle-verse-crossover SuggestsFight Club - 1996 novel by Chuck Palahniuk. It follows the experiences of an unnamed protagonist struggling with insomnia. The protagonist finds relief by impersonating a seriously ill person in several support groups, after his doctor remarks that insomnia is not "real suffering" and that he should find out what it is really like to suffer. The protagonist then meets a mysterious man named Tyler Durden and establishes an underground fighting club as radical psychotherapy.Episodic ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsStar Trek: Discovery - Season 5 (Final) set for April 4th (thurs) premiere. 10 episode final season. First 2 at once.Landman - Jon Hamm joins the cast. Taylor Sheridan new series, Demi Moore was announced last week.Chucky - New season launches on USA April 10th.TrailersTales of the TMNT - https://youtu.be/_G4QsXwZFNY This summer.Bad Batch Final Season - https://youtu.be/GHxPp44zcUg feb 21Invincible S2 - https://youtu.be/k5OY-vXYzeE March 14Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live - https://youtu.be/xT1LXJRCrbQ Feb 25. With a Joe Bob Hosting premiere on Shudder!!SuggestsTrue Detective: Night Country (season 4)MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsDune 2 - New release date… just in case… March 1st.TrailersCrisis on Infinite Earths PT 2 - https://youtu.be/w6jtfmXziNQ Mortal Kombat: Kenshi VS Kitana - https://youtu.be/okAtQyxHhGQ not a trailer, but where else can i put this? Sound effects from the game? The Noah Fleder channel has a few MK shorts!Reg ‘ol NewsSuperhero Fatigue - Madame Web finishes its first 6 days at $20M. Estimated $80M - $100M shooting budget. Does that mean “Superhero Fatigue?” THR and Forbes are pushing that narrative, but Deadpool & Wolverine got the MOST VIEWS in 24 hours of any movie. Its not “Lady Superheroes” that fans have an issue with either, Morbius anyone? Also, there aren't even SUPERHEROES IN Madame Web.Fantastic Four - Ebon Moss-Bacrach - Ben Grimm Joseph Quinn (Eddie Munson in Stranger Things) - Johnny Storm, Vanessa Kirby - Sue Storm  and Pedro Pascal - Reed Richards.SuggestsAkira - 1988 Japanese animated cyberpunk action film[4] directed by Katsuhiro Otomo, produced by Ryōhei Suzuki and Shunzō Katō, and written by Otomo and Izo Hashimoto, based on Otomo's 1982 manga of the same name. Set in a dystopian 2019, it tells the story of Shōtarō Kaneda, the leader of a biker gang whose childhood friend, Tetsuo Shima, acquires incredible telekinetic abilities after a motorcycle accident, eventually threatening an entire military complex amid chaos and rebellion in the sprawling futuristic metropolis of Neo-Tokyo. Hulu and CruchyrollRumor MillNew RumorsSilk: Spider Society - Refocusing for a “Male-skewing Audience.” Amazon and Sony live-action series. Announced in Nov of 22. Angela Kang Phil Lord and Christopher Miller exec producing, but the entire writer's room has been sacked.Henry Cavill - Said to have signed with Marvel. Presumably putting to bed the speculation that he would be playing Dr Doom in the Fantastic Four movie. Likely NOT Captain Britain.Metroid Prime 4 - Said to be releasing THIS YEAR?Mandalorian: The Game - Respawn Entertainment is said to be working on an FPS for the IP. The rumor goes on to say that the game is “at least” 2 years out.MK1 - 20(!!!) DLC characters total (NOT kameos). KP1 = 6, KP2 = 6 (3 MK, 3 guest) Story DLC = 3, plus 5 more. Beetles - 4 BIO PICS? All intertwined.Spider-Man Noir - Nicolas Cage in “serious talks” to lead the cast in a live-action adaptation.SPECULATIONMK1 - 5 more could be additional Story Mode DLC. This is supposed to be the MK game that gets all the support that MK11 never got.You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

GEAR DORKS!!!  Have we got an episode for you.  Whether you are a novice guitarist trying to figure out what stuff you NEED, or the seasoned tonal tap-dancer looking to hone your tone, you will LOVE this hilarious and informative chat with Ross, Ian, and John. John Snyder is the founder, engineer in chief, and 2am weird idea generator for one of the most essential pedal companies out there today: Electronic Audio Experiments. Since 2015, the Boston based EAE has focused primarily on stompboxes for electric guitar and bass, with occasional ventures into amplification and synthesis.  You will find them collaborating with folks like Kurt Ballou of Converge, Scott Evans of Kowloon Walled City, Touche Amore, and many many more. There is some great stuff still in stock, and we implore to scopre their site and sign up for the mailing list HERE If you want early access to these episodes (+ the extended version of this episode and an NEW CHAT with Ben Chisholm of Chelsea Wolfe), head over to the Rigs of Dad Patreon Page where you can also hear more unedited, ad-free interviews with previous guests, patreon exclusives, and beyond! PLUS early access to other episodes.  AND billing has been paused for the month of July. Rad things: If you are in a band and are looking to cut shortcuts in developing a website, no company can help you more than SUPERTAPE.com.  It is the easiest way to streamline your entire online presence from merch sales to video, press, and beyond... ALL done with only a few clicks.   Big shout out to the homies at www.shearrevival.com Take care of yourself.  Look good, smell good, and feel good.  Treat your body and neighbor's nose with love using Shear Revival!  Use the code CLEANTONE10 to get 10% off your next order!   Huge loves to the incredible Sacha Dunable from Dunable Guitars.  The guys is building the absolute BEST axes in the game and I am a firm believer that EVERYONE needs to own one.  Check out www.dunableguitars.com if you need some real tone in your life. Much love to the fine folks at Custom District Pedalboards for allowing me to pack the heaviest tones on the lightest boards.  Get yours over at www.customdistrictpedalboards.com Do you have a ton of guitars?  Does the show not go on unless you have at least three guitars with you?  Then you need to check out Quantum Industries.  These dudes are putting out true tanks of guitar cases.  Check out https://www.quantumindustries.jp/ BE SURE to enter ROD10 for a discount on your order!!!

This week Jeremy interviews Jayson Green of the band Orchid. On this episode Jeremy and Jayson talk Toronto, Def Leppard, playing the trumpet, Pantera, his earlier band All I Ask, Grand Royale Magazine, tapping into lyrics, Fugazi, recording with Alex Newport of Fudge Tunnel, forming Orchid, his friendship with Steve Aoki, laughing with Kurt Ballou of Converge, transitioning into the band Panthers, the Orchid reunion, and so much more!!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON for a bonus episode where Jayson answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

This week Jeremy interviews acclaimed producer and musician Kurt Ballou of the band Converge. On this episode Jeremy and Kurt talk polar plunge, living in Massachusetts, Grateful Dead, detailed lyrics sheets, Sam Black Church, playing saxophone, appreciating jazz, meeting Jake Bannon, how he joined Converge, Cro-Mags, the first Converge 7”, breaking through with Cave In, living with Piebald, the history of Kurt's many iconic productions, plus so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON for a bonus episode where Kurt answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Keith sits down with Brad Wallace to discuss growing up in Alabama, discovering the local scene, moving to Western Mass to attend college, meeting Will Killingsworth and forming Orchid. We also discuss the early days of Orchid, recording the debut LP "Chaos is Me" with Kurt Ballou for Ebullition Records and Brad's initial departure from Orchid. We also cover Bucket Full of Teeth, their unique recording process, their recent discography release on Iodine Recordings, Brad's post-Orchid bands Wolves and  Transistor Transistor, the Orchid reunion, what's next for the band and more.

Garza sits down in-person with Jami Morgan & Eric "Shade" Balderose from Pittsburgh, PA band CODE ORANGE. https://www.codeorange.komi.io SPONSORS: distrokid.com/vip/garza 30% OFF! emgpickups.com Promo Code: Heavy 15% OFF! CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Starting in 2008, Reflecting on Career, Staying Positive 04:54 - Stolen Focus Book, Staying Focused & Being in the Moment 09:40 - Forcing Yourself to Get Work Done 12:33 - Band Chemistry, Working Together 13:57 - The Sound of Code Orange 15:08 - Under the Skin Live Acoustic Sessions, MudTV, Riki Rachtman 19:51 - Live Streaming Performances During Pandemic 29:06 - Playing to Small Crowds in the Early Days, Surviving the Early Days 33:58 - Creative Process, Writing 35:55 - Influences for Songs, Vision for the Band 40:43 - Getting Engaged, Marriage 45:18 - Making Money Livestreaming 50:22 - Arthur Rizk is a Sick Producer 52:08 - Code Orange Being Authentic With Their Ideas & Creativity 55:45 - Code Orange Doesn't Get Along with Other Bands, The State of Metal Music 1:01:19 - Having Longevity in Music, Outbreak Fest, The State of Hardcore Music 1:06:10 - Code Orange's Member Lineup is Confusing 1:08:41 - Jami Played Drums Before Becoming a Frontman 1:17:45 - The Drive & Obsession Behind Code Orange 1:22:30 - Eddie Hermida Put Jamie in an Uncomfortable Situation, Having a Small Social Circle 1:31:46 - Working with Steve Albini, Kurt Ballou, Will Yip 1:36:49 - New Album, The Above, & Underneath Being Ahead of Its Time 1:38:05 - Working with Billy Corgan, Chris Vrenna, Learning From Mentors 1:43:08 - R.I.P. Cayle Sain

Garza sits down in-person with Mark Whelan. Singer, guitar player & founder of American death metal band FUMING MOUTH. Their new album LAST DAY OF SUN is out now! https://www.linktr.ee/fumingmouth SPONSORS: Click this link to purchase from Sweetwater & help support the podcast: imp.i114863.net/rnrmVB CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Mark's Uber Driver Got Lost 03:05 - Amps, Pedals & Gear Talk (HM2 Waza) 07:05 - Bands That Have the “Buzzsaw” Sound 11:15 - First Bands That Got Mark Into Heavy Music 14:20 - New Record, Last Day of Sun, 2023  18:30 - Clean Singing 20:35 - Playing with The Black Dahlia Murder 23:05 - Mark Finding Out He Had Cancer 29:04 - Writing “Kill the Disease” on Phone During Cancer Treatment 34:11 - Working with Kurt Ballou  35:20 - Writing the First Record, The Grand Descent (2019) 37:40 - How Mark's Mindset Changed After Cancer Diagnosis 42:44 - Always Working & Creating Music Between Albums 45:15 - Gene Wolfe Inspiring Fuming Mouth Songs 50:06 - Reading Books, Mark Recommends Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy 55:50 - Favorite Movies, John Carpenter's 5/4 Halloween Theme  58:23 - Where Riffs Come From 1:04:48 - Bands to Check Out, Death Metal Rabbit Hole 1:10:46 - Touring UK for First Time 1:14:50 - Closing Thoughts, Words of Wisdom

Episode 112 Merry Moog 2023 Holiday Music Performed on the Moog and other Synthesizers Playlist   Sounds Of Broadcasting 1, “Christmas Logos” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Hans Wurman, “Overture Miniature” from Electric Nutcracker (1976 Ovation). This Austrian composer made several remarkable, classically influenced Moog Modular albums from 1969 to 1976. This was one of his last big Moog projects and is difficult to find. 2:54 Hans Wurman, “Danse De La Fee-Dragee ( Sugar Plum Fairy)” from Electric Nutcracker (1976 Ovation). Moog Modular synthesizer, Hans Wurman. 1:33 Hans Wurman, “Danse Des Mirlitons (Flutes)” from Electric Nutcracker (1976 Ovation). Moog Modular synthesizer, Hans Wurman. 2:14 Emerson, Lake & Palmer, “Nutrocker” from Nutrocker / The Great Gates Of Kiev (1972 Cotillion). Arranged by, Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Written by Kim Fowley. Emerson, Lake & Palmer, “Troika” from I Believe In Father Christmas (1995 Rhino Records). Arranged by, Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Moog and effects by Keith Emerson. Sounds Of Broadcasting 2, “Night Of The Kings” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Jean Jacques Perrey and Sy Mann, “Jingle Bells” from Switched on Santa (1970 Pickwick). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer. Jean Jacques Perrey and Sy Mann, “Christmas Bells” from Switched on Santa (1970 Pickwick). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer. Douglas Leedy, “The Coventry Carol” from A Very Merry Electric Christmas to You (1970 Capitol). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer and Buchla Synthesizer. Joseph Byrd, “Christmas in the Morning” from A Christmas Yet to Come (1975 Takoma). USA. ARP 2600 Synthesizer with an Oberheim Expander Module. Armen Ra, “O Come All Ye Faithful” from Theremin Christmas (2018 Sungod). USA. Moog Etherwave Pro Theremin. Sounds Of Broadcasting 3, “Electronic Tinsel” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Beck, “The Little Drum Machine Boy” from Just Say Noël (1996 Geffen). USA. Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer. Taeko Onuki, Inori (Prayer) from We Wish You A Merry Christmas (1984 Yen). A compilation of specially recorded Christmas-themed songs from various artists on the Yen Records label. Japanese synth-pop with vocals by Onuki. Maybe Ryuichi Sakamoto on keyboards. Unknown artist, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” from Electronic Computer Christmas Music (1990 Silver Bells Music). As the name suggests, this was a label dedication mostly to producing broadcast music for the holidays. They also release several albums of nature sounds. The studio musicians go unnamed. John Baker, “Christmas Commercial” from BBC Radiophonic Music (1968 BBC Radio Enterprises). A short piece used for broadcasting that was created by tape manipulation of the sounds of a mechanical cash register. It was part of collection of short works by BBC Radiophonic composers. “This record has been produced with the intention of entertaining rather than informing: the items chosen do not necessarily represent a survey of the music created at the BBC Radiophonic Workshop. The Workshop at the BBC Music Studios in Maida Vale, London, is equipped with tape recording machines and other electronic equipment for generating and manipulating sound. The composition and realization of this music and sound is done by a small number of specialized creative staff.” Christmas Baubles, “Orch” from Christmas Baubles And Their Strange Sounds (2002 Lo Recordings). Christmas Baubles was a Russian trio comprised of Alexander Zaitsev, Gennady Pleshkov, and Ilya Baramiya, who produced and performed this track. Sounds Of Broadcasting 4, “Cutesy Christmas Logos” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Michael Nyman, “Cream or Christmas” from Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule). From a compilation album of Christmas-related tunes. From Nyman's minimalist era before he became famous for soundtracks. Cabaret Voltaire, “Invocation” from Eight Crepuscule Tracks (1987 Interior Music). This track was originally included on the holiday album Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule), which suggested to me that it should be in this holiday podcast. Any excuse for a CV track. Paul Haig, “Scottish Christmas” from Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule). From a compilation album of Christmas-related tunes. Scottish songwriter, musician and singer. Les Cousins Dangereux, “What Child Is This” from Gotta Groove Records 2012 (2012 Gotta Groove Records). Holiday album with various artists. Les Cousins Dangereux is Mr. Tim Thornton. Joy Electric, “Angels We Have Heard on High” from The Magic Of Christmas (2003 Tooth & Nail Records). Joy Electric is Ronnie Martin from Ohio. American synthesizer-pop musician. Among his many releases is this crafty Christmas album. Sounds Of Broadcasting 5, “Christmas Moog Choir” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Edhels, “Oriental Christmas” from Oriental Christmas (1985 Cabana Music). Recorded in France. Drums, Percussion, Keyboards, Jacky Rosati; Guitar, Jean Louis Suzzoni; Guitar, Bass, Keyboards, Composed by, Marc Ceccotti; Keyboards, Noël Damon. I was sent this as a promotional album back in 1985 with a kind little note from the artists. Sorry it took me so long to put the Christmas-related track in my podcast. This is great example of synth-pop from France in the 1980s. Pac-Man, “Snowflakes And Frozen Lakes” from Pac-Man Christmas Album (1982 Kid Stuff Records). Produced, Written by, Dana Walden, Patrick McBride. “A collection of Pac-Man's favorite Christmas songs.” Need I say more? Swinging Buildings, “Praying For A Cheaper Christmas” from Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule). From a compilation album of Christmas-related tunes. This group was once rumored to be New Order in disguise. But no, they were in fact The Bowling Balls in disguise. Old Man Gloom, “Valhalla and Christmas Eve Parts I and II from Christmas (2004 Tortuga Recordings). Ambient/Noise band formed in New Mexico by guitarist/vocalist Aaron Turner and drummer Santos Montano. Guitar, Drum Programming, Drums, captured and organized sound, Kurt Ballou; Performed by Aaron Turner, Caleb Scofield, Luke Scarola, Nate Newton, Santos Montano. Sounds Of Broadcasting 6, “The Joyous Moment” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Bernie Krause, Philip Aaberg, “Feliz Navidad” from A Wild Christmas (1994 Etherean Music ). This delightful cassette is from Bernie Krause, known for his Moog explorations with Paul Beaver back in the day. All animal and ambient sounds recorded on location worldwide by Bernie Krause with the exception of the fish (courtesy of U.S. Navy). Animal samples, Bernie Krause and Phil Aaberg. Arrangements, new materials, all keyboards (Kurzweil 2000/Emulator III) Phil Aaberg. Percussion on Feliz Navidad performed by Ben Leinbach. 5:37 John & Yoko and The Plastic Ono Band With The Harlem Community Choir (remixed by Thom Holmes in 2001), “Happy Christmas (War is Over)” (1971 Apple Records). I had a CD player that was in disrepair and decided to “perform” this remix using it. I ended up calling this the Lennon and Ono Sliding Moment remix. Opening background music: Jean Jacques Perrey and Sy Mann, “Tijuana Christmas” from Switched on Santa (1970 Pickwick). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer. Don Voegeli, “Chanukah” from Holiday & Seasonal Music (1977 EMI). USA. Produced at the Electrosonic Studio of the University of Wisconsin-Extension. Joy Electric, “Let it Snow” from The Magic Of Christmas (2003 Tooth & Nail Records). Joy Electric is Ronnie Martin from Ohio. American synthesizer-pop musician. Christmas Baubles, “Noisy Organ” from Christmas Baubles And Their Strange Sounds (2002 Lo Recordings). Christmas Baubles was a Russian trio comprised of Alexander Zaitsev, Gennady Pleshkov, and Ilya Baramiya, who produced and performed this track.     Opening and closing sequences voiced by Anne Benkovitz. Additional opening, closing, and other incidental music by Thom Holmes. See my companion blog that I write for the Bob Moog Foundation. For additional notes, please see my blog, Noise and Notations.  

Drummer BJ Graves of Knoxville TN's Generation of Vipers talks about their upcoming record “Guilt Shrine”that they worked on with Kurt Ballou at God City Studios; from driving up to Salem, MA, to tracking and staying there during the process, what they did in the ten year break, his first frankenkit, hearing Van Halen's Hot For Teacher at an early age on classic rock radio, one of the stranger gigs they played, grass cutting',  drummin' & much more!!http://www.generationofvipers.com/

Coop and Radulich look at the latest album from stoner metal greats High on Fire, Luminiferous!Luminiferous is the seventh studio album by American heavy metal band High on Fire, released on June 23, 2015, through Entertainment One Music. The album was produced by Kurt Ballou who handled production on the band's previous release, De Vermis Mysteriis (2012). The gap between these albums is the longest for High on Fire.Original Airdate 7/16/15Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsoFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulich

This week Jeremy interviews producer and musician Taylor Young of Twitching Tongues, Gods Hate, and more! On this episode Jeremy and Taylor talk Chuck E. Cheese, coffee, Soundgarden, DW Drums, anxiety, Deicide, learning recording from his father, Kurt Ballou and Converge, playing early shows in Europe together, forming Dead Body, working with Self Defense Family, the evolution of his approach to producing, remixing Cold As Life, and so much more!!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Taylor answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Jami Morgan of Code Orange talks about their new album "The Above," working with Billy Corgan, dissing me and Anthony Fantano, Steve Albini, Kurt Ballou, the hardcore scene and more. Sponsored by DistroKid: http://distrokid.com/vip/punkrockmba Follow Finn McKenty on Instagram and Twitch. PRMBA Merch Support The Punk Rock MBA on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kurt Ballou takes tone very seriously. He's been on the leading edge of aggressive guitar sounds since 1990, and Converge's fourth album, 2001's Jane Doe, is still seen as a game-changing release, with its ferocious performances and masterful production. His sonic temple, God City Studio, is the destination for artists looking to make their rawest, heaviest, brutalist work. Ballou has even developed a gear brand (God City Instruments) that includes guitars, pedals, and pickups, all in the pursuit of turning ideas into art.During our conversation before Converge's sold-out performance at Nashville's Basement East on May 22nd, Ballou dove into his Line 6 Helix spice rack and shared how 30 plus years as a guitarist and in-demand producer have informed his guitar-design philosophy. Plus, he detailed why his goal is to get to a place where “gear doesn't matter.” And then, longtime bassist Nate Newton joined the fun by showing off his “Riffblaster” setup and how a special P-Bass helps him honor a dear friend.Brought to you by D'Addario String Finder.

This week Jeremy interviews Marisa Shirar aka MIRSY of Fleshwater. On this episode Jeremy and Marisa talk For the Kids Festival, The Lion King, Spice Girls, her father's history with recording artists, the Cobalt Cafe, Avril Lavigne, the origins of MIRSY, touring with Wicca Phase, conflict resolution, working with Kurt Ballou of Converge, and so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Mirsy answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Katerina and Kris discuss talk about recently playing the Knotfest Pulse of the Maggots showcase at South by Southwest in Texas, the perfect wall of death, the message of the band and creating an inclusive community, touring with Napalm Death, social media, and working with Kurt Ballou.

This week, we conclude our song-by-song deep dive into Night Demon's latest album, Outsider, by turning our attention to the epic closing track, "The Wrath."  Hear why the band members view it as the most ambitious song they have composed to date.  Listen to early demo recordings, and let Jarvis, Armand and Dusty walk you through the track, part by part. The band explains how they view "The Wrath" as innovative, and get into a few Easter eggs buried deep within for the Night Demon faithful.  The episode is rounded out by a live version of the song and a line-by-line breakdown of the lyrics and how they relate to the story of Outsider.  Finally, there are a few reflections about the album as a whole and how it cements Dusty's legacy in the band as his final recording with Night Demon.  Listen in next week for much more on that topic.Become a subscriber today at nightdemon.net/subscriber. This week, subscribers have access to the bonus content below: “The Wrath” Jarvis Guitar Demo Titled "Drop D" - 04/20/20 “The Wrath” Rehearsal Demo - Working Title “Prog Jam” - 07/03/20“The Wrath” Unmastered Final Mix by Kurt Ballou - 06/09/22VIDEO:  “The Wrath” Armand Synth Recording - 09/03/20X (punk band from LA) - xtheband.comX "Nausea" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zNFzxoN_ekBlack Sabbath "Children of the Sea"- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2Bdsr7CwBIBlack Sabbath "Heaven and Hell" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FRA7UXlGu8Iron Maiden "Still Life" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw2w2_q5pdkNight Demon Outsider ordering info - https://nightdemon.bandcamp.com/ Listen at nightdemon.net/podcast or anywhere you listen to podcasts! Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook

Garza sits down with Columbus, OH drug death band Sanguisugabogg. https://www.sanguisugabogg.com SPONSORS: Click this link to purchase from Sweetwater & help support the podcast: imp.i114863.net/rnrmVB Sanguisugabogg is: Devin Swank - Vocals Cody Davidson - Drums Drew Arnold - Guitar Cedrik Davis - Guitar TIME CODES: 00:00 - Cheers, Full Circle Moments, Making Shit Happen 02:12 - Writing Music on Weed & Adderall 08:00 - Writing Music Quickly (A Song Per Day) w/ Homicidal Ecstasy, 2023 09:08 - Vocal Tracking 15 Songs in 2 Days & Vocal Techniques 13:00 - “Face Ripped Off” Music Video, Featuring Aaron Heard from Jesus Piece 15:34 - Being Impulsive & Not Planning Things 18:08 - New Album, Homicidal Ecstasy, 2023 18:40 - First Songs Written Together, as a Band 19:44 - “Mortal Admonishment” Is About Devin's Grandmother Passing Away 22:03 - What Their Families Think About the Band, Family Foundation & Support 26:56 - Band Origins, Becoming “Lifers” 32:58 - “Face Ripped Off” Writing Process 34:02 - Metallica, Some Kind of Monster, Messing Up Riffs 38:12 - Chaos and Carnage Tour Celebration Cheers 39:45 - Being Committed & Focused on Career 45:22 - Non-Metal Influences (Nu Wave, 80s, Jazz, Buttrock) 50:20 - Coming Up in Ohio (Columbus), Working with Kurt Ballou on Homicidal Ecstasy 53:20 - Thriving on Being Spontaneous, Pranking Born of Osiris, Shout Out to Boobs 57:55 - The Crazy Band Name 01:00:00 - Maggot Stomp (Record Label) 01:01:31 - Making Quick Spontaneous Titles (continued) 01:03:00 - Kidney Stones, Peeing Blood, Dabbing Kidney Stones 01:05:49 - Not Having a Bass Player, Splitting & Pitch Shifting Guitar Signals, Not Using an Acoustic Kick Drum Live 01:14:12 - Album Leaks, Lars Was Right, Limewire #deathcore

Keith sits down with Kurt Ballou to discuss the early days of Converge, recording their now legendary LP "Jane Doe" and the legacy of that record, the band's creative process, the early days of God City Studio, recording Cave In's "Until Your Heart Stops", the pedals Kurt makes via God City Instruments, the ins and outs of running a studio, Converge Bloodmoon, what's next for the band and more. Guest co-host: Jeffrey Smith of Jeromes Dream. We discuss the upcoming Jeromes Dream LP "The Gray In Between" and what Jeffrey and the band have been up to since his last visit to the show.

This week's episode continues our exploration of "Beyond the Grave," the third and latest single from the newly released Outsider album.  The guys discuss the "progressive" nature of the song, how they compare it to other tracks from the Night Demon catalog, and why it represents their most ambitious songwriting to date.  They touch on the single artwork and explain why and how "Beyond the Grave" was chosen as the "focus track" single to accompany the album's release.  You will also hear about the video in great detail from the band and their collaborators, including an explanation of the symbolism in many of the shots, replete with occult elements and tie-ins to the album storyline.  Finally, Night Demon break down the song itself, going through the parts musically and lyrically.Drafthouse Hamburg - http://www.drafthouse-hh.de/Beyond the Grave video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i73gHmYxGDY Listen at nightdemon.net/podcast or anywhere you listen to podcasts! Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook

Sammy Duet is the legendary guitarist of Goatwhore who is also known for his other bands; Crowbar and Acid Bath. Kurt Ballou is also a legendary musician, Grammy winning producer, URM vet, and business owner known for his band Converge, his pedal and instrument company God City Instruments, and his countless productions for bands such as Nails and High On Fire among many others.  On this episode: What can go wrong when you use a mastering engineer Working with the legendary Ted Jensen The old school way of thinking doesn't work for bands anymore How Kurt and Goatwhore worked together on the “Angels Hung From The Arches Of Heaven” mix How Sammy gets his killer guitar tone What Kurt thinks of the Line 6 Helix Want to level up your audio game? Sign up for URM. When you sign up, you'll get access to: Insanely detailed audio production tutorials One-on-one feedback Multi-track sessions from some of the biggest names in rock and metal Be sure to follow URM on Instagram and Facebook. Follow Eyal Levi on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave us a 5-star review - even one sentence helps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I'm joined by Katerina, vocalist of ESCUELA GRIND, to talk about their taste in coffee, Memory Theater and recording with Kurt Ballou, Twitter beef, and the Escuela brand of grindcore. During the episode I was drinking Daydream from Yamabiko Coffee Roasters. Episode Links: https://escuelagrind.bandcamp.com/album/memory-theater https://www.yamabikocoffeeroasters.com/ https://www.beansandbreakdowns.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beansandbreakdowns/message

Colin and Bo stopped by Godcity Studio in Salem, MA to talk to legendary recording engineer and CONVERGE guitar player Kurt Ballou. This is the full, unedited 27 minute chat that was heavily condensed in the latest Hardlore spooky spinoff, HAUNTLORE: Salem Witch Hunt. Follow Kurt at @godcitymusic Follow Hardlore at @hardlorepod

HAUNTLORE returns with the second installment of the spooky spinoff. This team Colin and Bo explore Salem, the witchiest place in the world. They start their journey off by chatting with Kurt Ballou of Converge/Godcity Studio, a longtime Salem local who guides them to various witch hotspots in town. Follow Kurt: @godcitymusic Follow HardLore: @hardlorepod @colinyovng @bosxe

Keith sits down with Jay Mass to discuss growing up in Boston, his early bands, the formation of Defeater, their creative process, life on the road, Jay's exit from Defeater, learning to record under Kurt Ballou at God City Studios, developing a new mastering software, Jay's current band Death of a Nation and more.

Dreams of Consciousness Podcast Episode 253 features an interview with Sammy Duet of Goatwhore. Does Goatwhore need an introduction? Formed by members of Soilent Green and Acid Bath, they were an exponent of USBM before those letters really meant anything. The band soon became one of the biggest to emerge from the American black metal scene - even as their sound grew to encompass thrash, sludge, and hardcore punk. I spoke with Goatwhore guitarist/co-founder Sammy Duet about how the band's NOLA origins shaped their sound, and the reactions their music elicited from European black metal fans. We also spoke about why their latest album Angels Hung from the Arches of Heaven is their ugliest, and Kurt Ballou's suggestions on improving their arrangements. My thanks again to Sammy for speaking with me, and to you for listening. Music In This Episode: "Chaos Arcane" taken from the album Vengeful Ascension "Apocalyptic Havoc" taken from the album Carving Out the Eyes of God "The Bestowal of Abomination" "Nihil" taken from the album Angels Hung from the Arches of Heaven Thanks for listening! Interviews, reviews, and more at www.dreamsofconsciousness.com

Kayle couldn't think of an album to listen to so he pulled out 'ol reliable Converge: their 2004 follow-up to Jane Doe.

This week Jeremy interviews Chris Taylor of Pg.99 On this episode Chris and Jeremy talk Richmond and growing up in Virginia, Born Against, Cassingles, finding his artistic talent as a kid, seeing Green Day live, his first band Nit-Pic, naming the Pg99 albums Documents, being aware of the scene they were a part of, the impact they made posthumously, taking lyrics seriously, recording records with Kurt Ballou, the genesis of Malady, his favorite albums he designed, and so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Chris answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Took them long enough, but the boys finally get to the latest Converge album, BLOODMOON!

This week Jeremy interviews Jordan Buckley - Guitarist of Every Time I Die On this episode Jordan talks to Jeremy about living in Arizona, tertiary markets, touring with Gwar, Ozzfest, his first hardcore show, Andy Williams the wrestler, learning how to play guitar, Jimmy Fallon's animal guy, his first band xPridex, the first time he recorded, his first guitar, playing bass in the pop punk band The Budgets, the genesis of Every Time I Die, his first tour, his first time connecting to art, Todd MacFarlane, Derek Hess, Burial Plot Bidding War, the Last Night in Town album cover, Norma Jean, the Low Teens vinyl catastrophe, the sonic shift in Hot Damn, working with Eric Rachel at Trax East, having food poisoning during their first music video, Darren Doane, the pros and cons of their DVDs, recording with Kurt Ballou, taking out younger bands on tour, and so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Jordan answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Chase plays guitar in the band Joyce Manor. On this episode, Chase and I talk about: the full U.S. tour we just did (with The Story So Far, Joyce Manor, Mom Jeans, and Microwave), Chase's early days as a musician, the formation of Joyce Manor, recording a record with Kurt Ballou at God City Studio in Salem, Mass, Joyce Manor's new record called, "40 oz. to Fresno", and more. Joyce Manor links & socials: Joyce Manor Instagram - @joycemanorofficial Joyce Manor Twitter: @joycemanor www.joyce-manor.com - for all things Joyce Manor, including their new album, "40 oz. to Fresno", tickets & info on their upcoming headlining tour this Summer, and more. Two Week Notice Podcast partners: www.piebald.com Downeast Hard Cider - https://downeastcider.com/ Furnace Fest - for tickets & more info, visit https://www.furnacefest.us/ Follow Furnace Fest on Instagram: @furnacefest & @furnace_fest_community Go to www.plugyourholes.com and enter the code "TWNPOD" at checkout for a 15% discount Two Week Notice Podcast partners: www.piebald.com Downeast Hard Cider - https://downeastcider.com/ Furnace Fest - for tickets & more info, visit https://www.furnacefest.us/ Follow Furnace Fest on Instagram: @furnacefest & @furnace_fest_community Go to www.plugyourholes.com and enter the code "TWNPOD" at checkout for a 15% discount Ways to support the Two Week Notice Podcast: Follow Dana on Instagram: @danafuggenb Follow the podcast on Instagram: @twoweeknoticepodcast iPhone users - give the show a 5-star written review on Apple Podcasts Non-iPhone users - give the show 5 stars on Spotify Spread the word on the socials, and tell a friend! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dana-bollen3/message

This week the boys dig into the latest meaty offering from Massachusetts legends Cave In, Heavy Pendulum!

Dreams of Consciousness Podcast Episode 227 features an interview with Come To Grief. Come To Grief are one of the few bands to be interviewed on this podcast twice. The last time I had the New England quartet on was soon after the release of their first EP The Worst of Times, and prior to their split EP with Fistula. The whole band (vocalist/guitarist Jonathan Hebert, guitarist Terry Savastano, drummer Chuck Conlon, and new bassist Jon Morse) took time from their recent tour to catch me up on what they've been doing for the last five years, and how they kept busy during their Covid times. They also explained why it took this long to release their first album, When the World Dies, and what led them to record at GodCity Studios with "sound wizard" Kurt Ballou. My thanks to Jonathan, Terry, Chuck, and Jon for speaking with me, and to all of you for listening. Music In This Episode: "March of the Maggots" taken from the EP Pray for the End "Life's Curse" (featuring Jacob Bannon) "Devastation of Souls" "When the World Dies" taken from the album When the World Dies "Take Me In My Sleep" taken from the Come to Grief/Fistula split Thanks for listening! Interviews, reviews, and more at www.dreamsofconsciousness.com

Jordan Buckley has made me laugh more than most anyone I know... I rarely get to hang with the dude these days, but I can still put on ANY Every Time I Die record and just laugh at how hilariously heavy and unrelenting that band was.  I was always envious of his playing, his energy, and his artistic talents aside from guitar. This is a truly great conversation with Jordan about all things ETID, all this post ETID, all things that pushed and inspired ETID, working with Kurt Ballou, his work with John Taffer, his love of Buthole Surfers, Slayer, and Converge... But, most importantly how the impact of that band's legacy has impacted his life since its demise, how he processed the very public dissolve and what he's done to pick himself back up.  In addition to new music in the works with 3 former ETID dudes, Jordan has launched an insane cameo page that you should check out, and a hub for all of his projects from art to airbnb!   Head over to https://jordanbuckley.xyz/ for all things Jordan.  From Shirts, to original art prints, to Every Time I Die tour posters, and more.  Not a bit of shinfo to be found on that page. There is much more to this conversation (over an hour of ad-free extras and all the stuff we can't say in public) over at the Rigs of Dad Patreon Page where you can also hear more unedited interviews with previous guests, patreon exclusives, and beyond! My band Burial Waves is playing with Jawbox (!!!!) July 23rd at The Black Cat in DC.  GET TICKETS as that will sell out! Big shout out to the homies at www.shearrevival.com Take care of yourself.  Look good, smell good, and feel good.  Treat your body and neighbor's nose with love using Shear Revival!  Use the code CLEANTONE10 to get 10% off your next order!   Head over to Age of Ruin's Instagram and dive into some of the best thrash I have ever heard.  Their new album is coming soon.  It's produced by Mike Schleibaum of Darkest Hour and is just a relentless and refreshing metal cleanse. And be sure to check out their new live video from [hate5six] here. Huge loves to the incredible Sacha Dunable from Dunable Guitars.  The guys is building the absolute BEST axes in the game and I am a firm believer that EVERYONE needs to own one.  Check out www.dunableguitars.com if you need some real tone in your life. Much love to the fine folks at Custom District Pedalboards for allowing me to pack the heaviest tones on the lightest boards.  Get yours over at www.customdistrictpedalboards.com Do you have a ton of guitars?  Does the show not go on unless you have at least three guitars with you?  Then you need to check out Quantum Industries.  These dudes are putting out true tanks of guitar cases.  Check out https://www.quantumindustries.jp/ BE SURE to enter ROD10 for a discount on your order!!!

This week we conclude our examination of "Vysteria," the fourth 7" single released by Night Demon in 2020. The band discusses the track's lyrical themes, and explains how the lyrics came along as a collaborative process after the music had already been written and recorded. Jarvis takes you line by line through the lyrics to dispel some of the myths and misunderstandings about "Vysteria." Then each member reflects on his parts, and specifically the inspirations behind them and challenges they create in the performance context. They talk about why (as of the taping of this episode in early April 2022) the song had never been played live, but how they expect it to feature prominently in the setlist in the future. You will learn about the different mixes of the song, the cover art, the case of the missing 7" vinyl, the video, and the misguided reactions by certain quarters of the Internet.Metallica "Disposable Heroes" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtNrx1c3Xh8Randy Burns - https://www.facebook.com/randyburnsproducer/Kurt Ballou - https://www.facebook.com/KurtBallou/Ross Sewage - https://www.doktorsewage.com/"Vysteria" video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vlfe92gdcs0

This week we conclude our examination of "Vysteria," the fourth 7" single released by Night Demon in 2020. The band discusses the track's lyrical themes, and explains how the lyrics came along as a collaborative process after the music had already been written and recorded. Jarvis takes you line by line through the lyrics to dispel some of the myths and misunderstandings about "Vysteria." Then each member reflects on his parts, and specifically the inspirations behind them and challenges they create in the performance context. They talk about why (as of the taping of this episode in early April 2022) the song had never been played live, but how they expect it to feature prominently in the setlist in the future. You will learn about the different mixes of the song, the cover art, the case of the missing 7" vinyl, the video, and the misguided reactions by certain quarters of the Internet. Become a subscriber today at nightdemon.net/subscriber. This week, subscribers have access to the bonus content below:Full art and packagingUnused music video clipsMusic video treatment sheetKurt Ballou alternate mixes Metallica "Disposable Heroes" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtNrx1c3Xh8Randy Burns - https://www.facebook.com/randyburnsproducer/Kurt Ballou - https://www.facebook.com/KurtBallou/Ross Sewage - https://www.doktorsewage.com/"Vysteria" video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vlfe92gdcs0 Listen at nightdemon.net/podcast or anywhere you listen to podcasts! 

Cave In drummer JR Conners returns to the CBBP to talk about the process behind writing/recording their amazing new album Heavy Pendulum, the impact of Nate Newton joining the band, bedroom drum sets & “bedroom covers”, returning to Kurt Ballou since their first record (and the ways the band and Kurt had evolved over the last 24 years), the injury that sidelined him during tracking, the “Cave In drum set”, how the pandemic strengthened his relationships & much more! Photo: Jason Zucco 

After realizing that the Power Chord Hour was turning 6 the same day that Piebald's classic record We Are The Only Friends We Have turned 20 I knew I had to have Travis Shettel on this episode to talk about writing and recording WATOFWH plus- The Massachusetts Hardcore scene that Piebald came up in- When Travis started writing songs for the band on piano- The art of spending hours getting the perfect snare tone- Touring the United States and Europe- How to keep a bands lineup together- Finding the perfect tempo for American Hearts- How writing Christmas songs helped ease the pressure of writing new Piebald songs & much more! Follow Travis & Piebaldhttps://www.piebald.comhttps://www.instagram.com/piebaldhttps://www.instagram.com/totallytravishttps://www.facebook.com/piebaldmusichttps://twitter.com/piebaldmusicCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 10 to midnight est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.powerchordhour@gmail.comInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_MgThanks to this weeks sponsor - Disctopia!https://disctopia.com

In this episode, we talk about:-Managing long term relationships-Emotional intelligence of musicians -How to respond when you don’t get your way-The evolution of CONVERGE over the years-And much more! Connect [...]Read More...

This week Jeremy interviews Dylan Walker, Vocalist of Full of Hell   On this episode the two talk living in central Pennsylvania, touring Japan, his parents who saw Bad Brains and The Ramones, his first concert, seeing metal shows in rural areas, small town metalcore, MySpace, booking DIY tours and the hardships that come with that, first instruments played, Cursive's “The Ugly Organ”, Murder by Death, Bright Eyes's “Fevers and Mirror”, how playing music took over all his interests, first shows played, the excitement and nerves before performing, things breaking on stage, stage banter, recording aggressive vocals, imperfections, screamo, first tour, releasing their first 7”, recording records quickly, working with Mark McCoy, Converge and working with Kurt Ballou, recording Garden of Burning Apparitions, Full of Hell's consistent output, and so much more!   Discuss this episode with Jeremy and other listeners:   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefirsteverpodcast   Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/thefirsteverpod   Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefirsteverpatreon

Part 2 of Jeremy Bolm's interview with Pat Flynn, vocalist for Fiddlehead, Have Heart, Clear, Free, Sweet Jesus, and more.    During this episode the two discuss Have Heart's international travels, recording Songs to Scream at the Sun with Kurt Ballou of Converge, blowing your voice out, collaborative songwriting when you don't play an instrument, the genesis of fiddlehead, the nervousness that comes with singing instead of screaming, writing about the loss of a parent, grieving publicly, being a teacher, and so much more!    Discuss this episode with Jeremy and other listeners:   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefirsteverpodcast   Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/thefirsteverpod   Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefirsteverpatreon