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Interview by Kris PetersAustralia's hardest working rock outfit Airbourne are the official supporting act for Guns N' Roses across the Australia and New Zealand leg of their World Tour. This high-voltage stadium tour pairs two generations of fierce rock icons.Hailing from Warrnambool, Victoria, Airbourne was formed by brothers Joel and Ryan O'Keeffe and are a seamless fit for the legendary Los Angeles band. Airbourne has spent decades carrying the torch for raw, traditional Australian hard rock. Their straight-ahead rock 'n' roll style is heavily reminiscent of pub-rock pioneers like AC/DC, slotting comfortably alongside Guns N' Roses' multi-platinum, stadium-sized catalogue.The stadium series of shows brings out the principal star power of Guns N' Roses, with original members Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan completely committed to the line-up, promising a blending of classic anthems like Sweet Child O' Mine and Welcome to the Jungle, mixed with fresh, contrasting modern tracks Atlas and Nothin'.Airbourne acts as the perfect match to ignite the stadium environment. Frontman Joel O'Keeffe is legendary for his reckless live antics, which include climbing high stage scaffolding and tearing through blazing guitar solos. Criminally more popular overseas than in their own back yard, this upcoming tour will hopefully help Airbourne gain wider acceptance where it matters.At home.HEAVY caught up with Joel to talk about the tour and the excitement of sharing the stage with Guns 'N Roses."We're coming back to tour Australia!" he enthused, "And we are very excited because one of our favorite bands of all time - Guns N' Roses - has decided to take us with them! So we're going all around Australia and it's gonna be a blast. In the world that we live in today you've got everyone attached to their phones, or you got to go to work tomorrow. We're always thinking about the future; thinking about the past, chained to this; chained to that. This is the opportunity to literally live right in the present and rock and just be purely free. No phone. No job. Nothing but beers and Guns 'N Roses. What gets better than that?"In the full interview, Joel talked more about the upcoming tour and what it means to Airbourne to be playing. He described role as openers and the expectations on the band, as well as the potential for learning by watching one of the worlds best in action.We talked about Airbourne's live show and what to expect, including his own high energy performances. Airbourne's recently released new single was spoken about, as was their upcoming album and what to expect. Joel went deeper into how the album respects the life and legacy of Lemmy Kilmeister and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

We're not exactly spring chickens around here anymore. Retirement from our “money jobs” will be here sooner than later. So what are going to do with all our free time? Maybe start a fanzine. How about volunteering with our local indie promoter? For you tech types, how about gear restoration? There's so much a dedicated Metalhead can do for the betterment of Metaldom. We hope this episode gives you some... The post Radioactive Metal 880: Career Dayz A.D. appeared first on Shining Wizards Network.

We're not exactly spring chickens around here anymore. Retirement from our "money jobs" will be here sooner than later. So what are going to do with all our free time? Maybe start a fanzine. How about volunteering with our local indie promoter? For you tech types, how about gear restoration? There's so much a dedicated Metalhead can do for the betterment of Metaldom. We hope this episode gives you some cool suggestions. In our "News, Views and Tunes", we get into some more Gear Talk and our "Free Comic Book Day". Musically, we crank some Nunslaughter, Sadistic Intent, Genocide Pact, MainEEaxe, Killer, Get The Most, Demon Spell, Runn Amucks and we introduce Italy's Phantom Menace (!) in our "Indie Spotlight". Horns Up!!

Interview by Kris PetersSeattle's favourite bald, bearded, heavy metal comedian, Luke Severeid, is returning Down Under this September for his highly anticipated headline stand-up tour, aptly titled Here To F#@k Spiders. Presented by premier music and entertainment promoter Destroy All Lines, this national run cements Severeid's status as one of the most explosive, must-see comedy acts in the global circuit today. Severeid first won over massive Australian audiences with a breakout run on the KNOTFEST Australia circuit, followed by an appearance on Aussie television's The Project. Known for his self-described "unmedicated ADHD in action" comedic style, he effortlessly fuses the high-octane energy of a heavy metal show with brutally honest, aggressively absurd, and insightfully idiotic storytelling. Severeid's unique ability to connect with heavy music fans and comedy lovers alike has earned him over half a million followers online, as well as the distinction of filming the first-ever stand-up comedy specials released exclusively through the KNOTFEST platform.The Here To F#@k Spiders tour will bring Severeid's chaotic observations, raw punchlines, and famously energetic facial expressions to premier comedy rooms across the country. Fans can expect a loud, unfiltered, and hilariously unpredictable night of storytelling that hits harder than a double bass drum. Reflecting on his return, Severeid shared his immense excitement for Australian crowds, warmly comparing them to a room full of country cousins who get to laugh with complete, gleeful impunity.Of course, one of the topics of conversation was the name of the tour and why spiders are the flavour of the month."You guys have terrifying, terrifying spiders and other small critters," he answered. "I'm going to keep my genitals away from them. But I thought it was a funny name, and I hope you do too."We ask Luke about his last Australian experience in 2025 as part of the travelling Knotfest Festival."Everyone was super cool," he smiled, "but I felt like I was a transfer student to a high school that everyone... I mean, my shows were at a different time than the actual festival. Because to actually compete with that would be just asking to lose (laughs). But I got to hang out backstage and do that in the back area, and everyone was super cool; this is what they do for a living. This was a new experience for me, where I've been a touring comedian before, but not part of a large festival. So I'm talking to the crew way more easily than I am talking to musicians. People would look at me and go, are you the bass player from Hatebreed? I got that so many times. I'm not that guy, but I've written probably at least 20 minutes of jokes that would make that individual man laugh very hard based on just me talking about how I look and how he looks."In the full interview, Luke characterized his stage style as high-energy and noisy, built from short, social-media-friendly bits and improvised material rather than a fixed hour. He said he uses crowd work selectively and adapts his set dynamically to the room and lineup position. Luke also discussed his association with heavy metal branding, explaining it is partly intentional marketing and partly driven by material about the genre, and that he sometimes withholds mentioning metal to surprise audiences.We spoke about his two Knotfest comedy specials, what Australians fans can expect from the shows, the tour name and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Poison The Well is touring Australia in June 2026, marking their highly anticipated return to the region for the first time since 2009. This massive headlining run celebrates a monumental new era for the Florida metalcore heavyweights following the release of Peace In Place, their first studio album in 16 years. For local fans who have spent nearly two decades missing the band's visceral energy, the tour bridges historical legacy with sharp modern urgency.Promoted by Destroy All Lines, the national tour features a heavily stacked bill of elite hardcore talent. Poison The Well is joined by Boston hardcore disruptors Haywire, making their debut Australian appearances, alongside iconic Melbourne road warriors Iron Mind.HEAVY spoke with guitarist Ryan Primack to find out more about what the band has in store for Australian fans.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Warum Metal und insbesondere auch Iron Maiden so glücklich macht

Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition | Die Geschichte von Heavy-Metal-Legenden in unter zwei Stunden gepresst Ihr seid Fans von Iron Maiden? Dann solltet ihr euch gut überlegen, ob ihr bei diesem Podcast auf Play drückt. Denn unser Stu hat sich die Kino-Dokumentation „Burning Ambition“ angesehen, die am 7. Mai startet – und bringt eine eher ungewöhnliche Perspektive mit: Er ist kein Metalhead und kennt die legendäre Formation bislang nur vom Hörensagen. Auch Sven gilt nicht als ausgewiesener Headbanger, dennoch sprechen die beiden ausführlich über die Produktion, in der neben den Musikern selbst auch zahlreiche Anhängerinnen – von prominenten Persönlichkeiten bis hin zu leidenschaftlichen Fans – zu Wort kommen. Im Podcast erfahrt ihr, was „Burning Ambition“ inhaltlich bereithält, ob sich das Werk auch für Einsteigerinnen eignet und wie sehr eingefleischte Bewunderer der Band auf ihre Kosten kommen. Viel Spaß mit der neuen Folge vom Tele-Stammtisch! Trailer Werdet Teil unserer Community und besucht unseren Discord-Server! Dort oder auch auf Instagram könnt ihr mit uns über Filme, Serien und vieles mehr sprechen. Wir liefern euch launige und knackige Filmkritiken, Analysen und Talks über Kino- und Streamingfilme und -serien - immer aktuell, informativ und mit der nötigen Prise Humor. Website | Youtube | PayPal | BuyMeACoffee Großer Dank und Gruß für das Einsprechen unseres Intros geht raus an Engelbert von Nordhausen - besser bekannt als die deutsche Synchronstimme Samuel L. Jackson! Thank you very much to BASTIAN HAMMER for the orchestral part of the intro! I used the following sounds of freesound.org: 16mm Film Reel by bone666138 wilhelm_scream.wav by Syna-Max backspin.wav by il112 Crowd in a bar (LCR).wav by Leandros.Ntounis Short Crowd Cheer 2.flac by qubodup License (Copyright): Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)

Happy Friday! It was about time a Florida Man made it on the air this week, a great clip resurfaced of Deep Purple's Ritchie Blackmore trolling a hapless reporter from the BBC, some guy's parrot moonlights as David Lee Roth, and the upcoming season of The Bachelorette has been canceled! And since Rick was still out, Dave went unconventional and opened the phones and text line for any questions on your mind with an "Ask Me Anything!" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Last Ten Seconds of Life were forged in 2010. Within a year, they were touring regularly and had self-released their debut album, Know Your Exits. By 2013, they unleashed their second album, Invivo [Exvivo], the prolific act would go on to release five more full lengths, each earning Billboard chart placements and reaping critical accolades both stateside and abroad. With a total of 50+ tours since 2011 with bands including Sepultura, Cattle Decapitation and The Black Dahlia Murder, TLTSOL are showing no signs of slowing down. On the contrary, they're looking to a 2026-2027 that's among the busiest times in the band's history. “Everyone in the group was a teenager or in their early 20s when this band started,” says guitarist Wyatt McLaughlin, concluding, “The sonic and lyrical growth has been immeasurable in ability and maturity. At this point it seems like another life!”Intense and intensely personal, the band's upcoming new album The Dead Ones marks THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE's Metal Blade Records debut. For the ten original tracks of pulverizing deathcore produced by Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland of Pennsylvania's Atrium Audio, the band focused on the guitar, bass, and drum tones as well as the mix/master to achieve what McLaughlin calls, “a super-thick sonic output and ‘rolling-tank'-like feel.”Lyrically, The Dead Ones follows 2024's acclaimed No Name Graves in the theme of death and rebirth, but in contrast, is directly focused on the human experience and the band members' own struggles. The Last Ten Seconds of Life have never been stronger as a unit. With singer Tyler Beam, bassist Andrew Petway and drummer Dylan Potts in the band since 2022, the chemistry is super-charged. “Everyone is very direct and any bumps in the road are solved through group conversations,” McLaughlin says. “Sometimes it takes years to find the right mix of people who all coincide at the right times in their lives to coexist and elevate each other and this is it for us.”HEAVY caught up with Tyler to find out more. We start by asking how he is feeling about the release."It is without a doubt the best piece of music that any of us have created or collaborated on," he replied confidently and honestly. "It's got a little piece of everything that we've ever made, put all together in one big album. And we touched on everything that the band has kind of touched on before since the beginning of the discography up into right now. So it's just a potpourri of everything that we absolutely love about the band."In the full interview, Tyler described the record as a concentrated blend of the band's past styles with an emphasis on heavy, groovy songwriting and tighter song structures after prior experimentation.Discussion then covered personnel and influences that shaped the record: the drummer's precision-focused death metal background, the bassist's Northeast deathcore roots, and Tyler's expanded songwriting role on this album. Guest appearances were drawn from longtime friends and alumni, including the original lead singer on one track as an homage to the band's past. Technical choices contributing to the band's distinct low-end included a six-string baritone tuned to drop F. He outlined the album's lyrical and conceptual focus that centers on themes of death, rebirth, and community identity as The Dead Ones and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Thrash metal titans ANTHRAX return to Australia later this month for four huge shows. Bold and uncompromising, ANTHRAX stands as one of the legendary “Big Four” of thrash, a band whose breakneck riffs and mosh-pit anthems have shaped heavy music for over four decades.On their 2026 Australian tour, ANTHRAX will ignite stages in Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney, performing a career-spanning arsenal of classics. Fans can expect a high-octane set packed with fan favourites, deep cuts and new-era highlights as Anthrax once again prove why they remain one of metal's most vital live forces.HEAVY caught up with guitarist Scott Ian to find out more. One of the things we ask is what has changed with the band since they were last here in 2019."The main thing is we made a record," he replied with a sense of pride. "We finished an album. It's done and it's coming out soon. There will be an announcement soon. That's all the information I have or that I can give. And we're very I'm very, very, very excited about it. And maybe people in Australia will get to hear a little bit of it when we're down there at the end of the month. That's the that's the major, the major change from six years ago, for sure."In the full interview, Scott addressed setlist strategy, noting the band balances staple hits with rotating deeper cuts because it is impossible to please every fan, and the group continues to adjust choices to keep shows engaging. Scott reviewed geographic differences in crowd energy, highlighting particularly passionate responses in Melbourne and several South American cities. He also described a recent back injury sustained during a cold outdoor cruise show, his appearance in Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Ali WilliamsNecrofier are in that familiar pre-release purgatory where everything important is finished and everything annoying begins. When HEAVY caught up with Christian Larson (guitar, vocals), it was early, coffee was scarce on both sides of the planet, and the band's third full-length was suddenly two weeks from release. No drama, no manufactured hype. Just the calm chaos of a band doing the work. The  bands latest record Transcend Into Oblivion -out now - , marks Necrofier's first release on Metal Blade Records, following earlier releases with Season of Mist. Larson talks about it like someone who's already emotionally moved on, not because it fell short, but because it was finished nearly a year ago. That distance has given the band clarity and allowed them to be confident in the songs, the mix, and the overall execution, even if revisiting the material now feels like reopening a time capsule from a previous headspace. Originally conceived as a non-live studio project, Necrofier evolved quickly into a full touring entity, and the resume reflects it. US tours, major festivals, and shared stages with the likes of UADA and 1349 haven't shifted the band's core focus. They're still firmly rooted in black metal, without getting distracted by the endless micro-labels that seem to appear every six months. Larson is refreshingly blunt about it. They know what they are, they know what they play, and they're not interested in inventing a new genre name just to keep up with internet trends. The album itself took a more layered approach than previous releases. Songs were written in advance, tracked across multiple studios, and refined with more breathing room than the band had previously allowed themselves. That extra time wasn't about over-polishing, but control. It gave Necrofier the ability to think, adjust, and add texture without the pressure cooker environment of a single studio lock-in. The result, by Larson's account, is a record that feels deliberate rather than rushed. Visuals played a larger role this time too. Multiple music videos were shot with both long-time collaborators and new creatives, blending live performance footage with subtle narrative and animated elements. Nothing overcooked. Just enough to complement the songs without distracting from them.Away from the album cycle, Larson comes across as a lifer. Someone who's been in doom bands, punk bands, death metal bands, and everything in between. His vinyl collection, stacked somewhere behind him on the call, mirrors that history. Old punk, classic metal, country records, black metal staples. Records he's owned since he was fifteen and still spins, not museum pieces collecting dust. Touring plans are in motion but intentionally unannounced. Europe is on the horizon, the US will follow, and Australia has been discussed, if not yet mapped. There's no false certainty offered, just the quiet confidence of a band that knows momentum doesn't need to be shouted about to be real. Necrofier sound like a band comfortable in their lane, uninterested in chasing novelty, and focused on longevity rather than noise. With their third album about to land and a bigger platform beneath them, they're not reinventing themselves. They're sharpening what already works. And honestly, that restraint might be the most telling thing of all.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Three short years ago, two heavyweights of the metal scene joined forces for what would become known as the Double Trouble tour across Northern America. It was an ambitious and unlikely pairing, with the two co-headliners coming from completely different spectrums of the genre chart, but the Metal Gods gave their endorsement and the two combatants - Devildriver and Cradle Of Filth - combined a run of shows that has already been written into metal history.Together, Devildriver and Cradle Of Filth created a live spectacle running the complete gammit of metal emotions, the sheer, aggressive nature of Devildriver providing the perfect folly for the more cinematic and theatrical world inhabited by Cradle Of Filth.With demand for the tour rampant across the globe, Australia has been chosen as the next destination to receive a welcome dose of Double Trouble with both bands touching down in this country for five shows across the country this July.HEAVY managed to track down Devildriver frontman Dez Fafara to get the rundown."It's incredible," he smiled when we mention the epicness of the double header. "When we did this in the United States it all sold out pretty quickly so we decided to bring it over. I mean, there's a couple of places around the world that are saying, come bring this tour. And of course, I'm great friends with Danny (Filth) so I'm proud to come out with him.We were going over the set list last night with the band, deciding what we were going to play and also going over production. It's going to be a good time. When we first started talking about it you could feel the energy in the room from both of the bands. It was like, let's go do this so it's going to be a great time. Much looking forward to it."We bring up the fact that the aggressiveness energy from Devildriver is a stark contrast to the more theatrical and cinematic stage show preferred by Cradle Of Filth, but Fafara, while acknowledging it isn't your standard teaming of bands, was quick to stress that sometimes opposites DO attract."For some reason the bands work together really well," he shrugged. "We're so separate musically, but it's a one-two punch that when you get done with the gig, you're walking out going okay, that's a proper heavy metal show."In the full interview, Dez described recent work on set lists and production planning, confirming that DevilDriver will perform an intense, non-stop hour-plus set. Conversation covered the pairing of the two band's origin and their chemistry, crediting a mutual respect between the bands based on the successful U.S. run.We spoke about the experiences for fans, including a special meet and greet, what material will be covered over the tour, the possibility of new music and never-heard-live-before songs and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Angela CroudaceIn conversation with Dominic (Nicky) Palermo, the driving force behind Nothing, it's clear that A Short History of Decay isn't just another chapter for the long-running shoegaze outfit, it's a reckoning. Described as their most emotionally direct release to date, the record finds Palermo shedding vagueness in favour of brutal self-examination.“I just had to look at myself in the mirror a little bit more,” he admits. Time away from the relentless album-tour cycle forced reflection on family, identity and the distractions that once kept deeper truths at bay. The result is a body of work that feels less like therapy and more like confrontation.Borrowing its title from Romanian philosopher Emil Cioran's book of the same name, the album also draws inspiration from William H. Gass's novel The Tunnel, literature steeped in guilt, introspection and uncomfortable honesty. Palermo also carried a stark line from ancient philosopher Anaxagoras with him throughout recording: “The descent to hell is the same from every place.” It became a kind of thesis statement, there's no holding back with this record.Sonically, singles like Toothless Coal push into industrial territory, reflecting a band no longer trying to fit neatly into any box. After 15 years, Nothing still thrives in that tension; not heavy enough for some, not soft enough for others.And for Australian fans? Palermo hints there's a strong chance we'll see Nothing return this year — perhaps even for a festival slot. If this turns out to be true, you heard it here first! Fingers crossed.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

In episode 259 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas shows his love for the metal community, but points out 4 places we could do better. These are things that could help the heavy metal image with the mainstream and things we can do better for ourselves. Did I miss any? Let me know, join the conversation!Get 10% of Hear's Earplugs here:https://www.hears.com/HEAVYMETALPHILOSOPHYHeavy Metal Philosophy Contact;https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophyhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophyJonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.comhttps://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyenhttps://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyenhttps://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophyhttps://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social Substack Articleshttps://substack.com/@jonbarbas#metal #metalhead #metalfans*This episode includes paid promotion*

American deathcore outfit Signs of the Swarm are widely regarded as deathcore's most ferocious bands.After recently completing a sold out US tour to celebrate ten years as a band, Signs Of The Swarm have now set their sights on Australia, heading Down Under for a string of shows with Born Of Osiris in March.Over six studio albums - the most recent of which being last years To Rid Myself Of Truth - Signs Of The Swarm have embedded themselves in the upper echelon of metal bands worldwide, with an unrelenting presence and dynamic output that looks set to dominate well beyond their current decade of dominance.HEAVY caught up with frontman David Simonich to find out more. We question David about their ferocious reputation and ask if it is a badge of honour worn proudly by the band."Absolutely," he smiled. "I feel like that we bring an attitude that a lot of people can't imitate because it's very organic. We just try to be ourselves and that's just the energy that conveys of us being ourselves, you know? Good old American deathcore, brother."With the band recently celebrating ten years together, we take the opportunity to ask David what sorts of things he has learnt about himself and his music over the journey."There's been a lot of learning curves professionally and musically," he measured, "always figuring out, like, sometimes you have to find the right balance of what you want to do and what your fans will like, where you'll be happy to play it for 10 more years. You know what I mean? So there's some songs on other records where I'm like, man, I hope I never have to play that one. Just my head was in the wrong place at the wrong time, you know?"In the full interview David answers the last question in more detail, talks about touring with Born Of Osiris and what fans can expect from the shows, celebrating ten years, how Signs Of The Swarm have grown as a band, how their live show has expanded since the last Australian tour with Within Destruction in 2022, some funny tales from that tour and more.BORN OF OSIRIS and SIGNS OF THE SWARM 2026 Australian Tour DatesWednesday 18th March ADELAIDE, Lion Arts FactoryThursday 19th March MELBOURNE, Max WattsFriday 20th March BRISBANE, Brightside OutdoorsSaturday 21st March SYDNEY, Manning Bar Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Explosive Ukrainian metalcore force SPACE OF VARIATIONS returns with their new album, Poisoned Art, out now via Napalm Records. Blending furious brutality with heartfelt emotion, the four-piece band sheds their skin and continues to push the boundaries of modern metal, their new record showing a new facet of their ever-evolving sound—a new era.Bold as ever, Poisoned Art explores the boundaries of modern sounds. SPACE OF VARIATIONS directs the way into the future of metalcore: unbroken, unapologetic—unstoppable.HEAVY caught up with the band to find out more, starting by asking how they were feeling about Poisoned Art just out from last weeks release."I'm excited, confident, but in the same way, I'm thinking how to play these songs live," Dima Kozhuhar (vocals) replied. "It's both things for me. It's like excitement and a little bit of like fear, you know, how the people will react. But in the end, I'm happy that we did this album and finished it."We ask the band to dive deeper into the album from a musical point of view."What can I say about musical parts from a musical point of view?" Alex Zatserkovny (guitar, vocals) measured. "It's a natural extension of our previous art. For me it's still Space Of Variations and we always change something when we're recording. It's like normal, organic and natural stuff. I don't know, we're always looking for some new angles, new points of view or art. No dramatic changes, I believe, but at the same time, I believe this album sounds very different from all previous albums."Discussion then moved into musical intent and composition: the band described the album as a natural extension of prior work, blending genres and seeking new angles in composition and sound. They explained the singles strategy—releasing varied tracks (Halo, Tribe, Lies, Doppelganger, Ghost Town) to keep listeners uncertain about the album's full scope—and confirmed Tribe was chosen as opener and lead single for its impactful qualities. They addressed bilingual lyrics as a nod to Ukrainian fans and discussed touring ambitions including a clear interest in playing Australia, plus more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Angela CroudaceA Wilhelm Scream are heading back to Australia this March and if you know AWS you know that these guys, much like myself, love a chat! So much in fact, that we had to schedule two interviews just to get through all my questions. Thank you for the laughs guys, I sincerely needed that after the week I was having, anyway, let's get into what we discussed.Our interview with Trev and Ben started off strong talking of coffee rituals, the band's unfiltered group chat, and the ever-expanding “Wilhelm Scream” lore that continually grows more nuanced.Beneath the laughs, though, was something more telling. Trev spoke about constantly chasing the next goal, never settling, never coasting. It's that mindset that's fuelled a career built on integrity rather than trends. Far from a cliché quintet, A Wilhelm Scream have carved out their lane with staggeringly rich albums of ultra-technical, melodic punk firestorms, drawing from their deep catalogue when shaping new material instead of reinventing themselves for relevance.Joining them in Melbourne on March 8 are Authority Zero and Aussie punks The Decline. Expect riffs, sweat and zero complacency, oh yeah and maybe a dash of yapping.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

In recent years, California deathcore juggernauts Spite have risen to the forefront of modern heavy music, building a reputation as one of the most formidable forces in the genre. They've drawn comparisons to Thy Art Is Murder, The Acacia Strain and Suicide Silence, and have consistently pushed and pulled at the boundaries of metalcore, nu metal and deathcore. Their rise has been fast and impossible to ignore, seeing the band collect millions of streams and hundreds of thousands of social media followers.Unafraid to experiment and unfazed by expectation, Spite have continually expanded their sonic palate with each new release, culminating with last year's well received album New World Killer, which will be the focus of the band's debut Australian headline performances.Through past visits sharing the stage with Make Them Suffer and Thy Art Is Murder, Spite have integrated themselves into the lives of Australian music lovers with their uncompromising live assault and inate ability to genuinely enjoy each passing moment as a band.With the tour set to kick off in Brisbane on April 24, HEAVY caught up with frontman Darius Tehrani to guage just how much carnage Spite plans to reign down on us all.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

We're joined by a titan of American metal (everybody calls him that): Randy Blythe of Lamb of God.We dive deep into Randy's life and musical history, from young punk rocker hopping freight trains, blowing off singing for the band that would become Burn the Priest, battling alcoholism from the early days through the glory days of Lamb of God, getting sober on tour with Metallica, his experience in Czech prison, and much, MUCH more.This is a loaded episode with a true legend in extreme music, who practices what he preaches and lives up to all of the kind things you hear about him.Go see Lamb of God on tour, check out their new record "Into Oblivion" on March 13th, and grab a copy of Randy's latest book "Just Beyond The Light" wherever you get your books!_______________Cool links:• Get 10% off GUILTY PARTY site-wide with code HARDLORE and grab some of our favorite clothing brands of all time• Go see Lamb of God with many other great bands at Welcome to Rockville and Sonic Temple!• HardLore Official Website/HardLore Records STORE____________________00:00:00 - Start00:03:08 - Approaching the 10th Lamb of God Album00:05:26 - Logo Change (Papyrus)00:06:26 - Finding Music (Disco, Rock, Punk)00:16:15 - Finding Local Music & Community00:19:33 - Randy isn't a Metalhead, Moving to Richmond00:28:50 - Randy's First Band00:30:25 - The Tale of Burn The Priest00:43:53 - Pardon This Interuption00:46:38 - Sobriety00:49:42 - Burn The Priest Self-Titled00:55:10 - Changing The Name To Lamb Of God01:00:43 - Panic Attack on a Roof01:03:29 - Playing CBGBs, Recruiting Willy, New American Gospel01:12:54 - As The Palaces Burn, Ashes of the Wake, Ozzfest & George W. Bush01:25:10 -  Sacrament, Making LoG Their Living, Advancing Alcoholism01:28:59 - Redneck is About Randy01:35:39 - Wrath, Getting Sober on Tour With Metallica01:39:39 - Resolution, Grammy Nom #2, Alcoholism Within the Rest of LoG01:41:26 - The Dark Days: Czech Prison01:46:53 - First Day In General Population, The Metalhead Prison Guard01:52:38 -  VII: Sturm und Drang, a Relief?01:55:37 - Lamb of God Self-Titled, The P*ndemic, Omens02:05:48 - The Heavy Music Boom02:09:24 - Into Oblivion, SST Crossover, Modern Political Landscape02:18:13 - Photography, Surfing, Writing & Other Endeavors02:20:35 - Food02:23:28 - Lamb of Ghosts02:24:49 - Top 4 Hardcore Records HardLore: A Knotfest Series, Fueled by Monster EnergyEdited by Steven Grise • Title sequence by Nicholas MarzlufJoin the HARDLORE PATREON to watch every single weekly episode early and ad-free, alongside exclusive monthly episodes.Join the HARDLORE DISCORD for community discussions and to participate in our future Q&A episodes.FOLLOW HARDLORE: INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, SPOTIFY, APPLEFOLLOW COLIN: INSTAGRAMFOLLOW BO: INSTAGRAM, TWITTER For sponsorship opportunities, email us! hardlore@knotfest.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On todays episode we get back into the reviewing of newer albums and start with Cradle of Filth: The Screaming of the Valkyries, The Protomen: Act 3 - This City Made Us, and Paradise Lost: AscensionFind all things Metalhead Journeys here:https://linktr.ee/metalheadjourneys   Support the show

Kansas City atmospheric prog-rock band A Light Within returned late last year with their haunting new single Dying Clock, marking their first new single since 2024's Identity and the next step in their slow-burning creative evolution. Known for their dark, atmospheric soundscapes and cinematic songwriting, the band remains a must-listen for fans of Porcupine Tree, Failure, Katatonia, Tool, and Pink Floyd.Dying Clock arrived as the band continues rebuilding after a turbulent few years. A Light Within carefully crafted the track throughout 2025 and enlisted Failure drummer Kelli Scott to add his signature sound during the session. The song, clocking in at just over nine minutes, wastes no time and takes the listener on an auditory journey with an ending that even the most discerning post-rock and metal fans will appreciate. Bass on the track comes courtesy of Madelyn Robertson. Their last full release, Epilogue in 2018, concluded a conceptual trilogy built from transcribed diary entries and was recorded by respected engineer Paul Malinowski (Season to Risk, Shiner, The Life and Times) and mastered by Acle Kahney of TesseracT.Kyle Brandt (vocals, keys, production) and Jeff Irvine (guitar) joined HEAVY to bring us up to speed."It's been well received so far, and I'm glad to hear that," Kyle smiled when we asked how the new single was received. "That keeps the motivation strong and healthy. Even though mainly we make music for ourselves, when anybody else enjoys it, it's like icing on the cake, so to speak."We ask the boys to take us deeper into the musical side of Dying Clock."It kind of started as a jam in the room, and then it got to not very far," Jeff laughed. "And Kyle took that room recording and made a really killer demo out of it, like fully structured it out. We had an idea of wanting it to be two songs in one song type thing, a song with two parts, if you will. And he did that, and it was really cool. I came over and did some demo guitar recordings on it, fully digital, which I had never done. He had me kicking and screaming to pull me into that direction. But I did it. And some of those guitar tracks are still on the demo or on the song now."In the full interview, Jeff and Kyle shared insights into the creative process behind their songs, highlighting the contributions of drummer Kelli Scott (Failure), whose unique style transformed their sound. They emphasized a shift towards a more independent writing approach, with a focus on emotional expression rather than technicality, resulting in a blend of post-rock and melodic prog rock influences. The conversation also touched on the challenges of adapting to remote recording during the COVID-19pandemic, as well as the transition from analogue to digital production methods. Kyle discussed his previous work, a conceptual trilogy inspired by the album Posthumous Silence, and shared personal anecdotes related to his songwriting and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Archspire vocalist Oliver “Oli” Alleron is clearly excited about returning to Australia, with the band set to tour in January. From his love of Australian crowds to his unexpected obsession with The Block, Oliver speaks warmly about the country, its food, and its famously outgoing fans. He recalls being blown away by the sheer number of shoeys happening on stage during their last visit, and hints they may make a return. With a new drummer joining the line-up and a freshly self-produced album funded largely by fans, Archspire are entering an exciting new chapter. Oliver admits perfection isn't the goal live; having fun, staying relaxed, and connecting with the crowd matters most. Check out everything he had to say in the full interview.Archspire - Return To Prison Island Australian Tour  with Aborted and OrganectomyJan 24 - Froth & Fury PerthJan 27 - The Croxton, MelbourneJan 28 - The Triffid, BrisbaneJan 29 at The Baso, CanberraJan 30 - Liberty Hall, SydneyJan 31 - Froth & Fury Adelaidehttps://swdpresents.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Fans of  Slayer – it's time to get excited! D.X. Ferris is back on the show to talk about the updated version of his book 'Slayer 66 2/3'!Purchase a copy of Slayer 66 2/3: A Metal Band Biography [ALL VERSIONS]Purchase a copy of the audiobook version of Slayer 66 2/3: A Metal Band BiographyListen to D.X. Ferris's previous appearance [Episode 304]

Layne and Jon are still reeling from last issue’s Metalhead reveal, but to be fair so are the Turtles. So it’s time to see what this new life is like in two issues that more or less happen simultaneously: IDW’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 46 and the TMNT Free Comic Book Day issue, both from 2015!

Layne and Jon are still reeling from last issue’s Metalhead reveal, but to be fair so are the Turtles. So it’s time to see what this new life is like in two issues that more or less happen simultaneously: IDW’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 46 and the TMNT Free Comic Book Day issue, both from […]

Interview by Ali WilliamsIf you think the wildest part of touring is the fans, you've clearly never tried to drive a truck through an American winter. HEAVY caught up with Matty Mullins—frontman, ice-road survivor, and Memphis May Fire's resident optimist—while he was holed up in Salt Lake City after some “eventful” /white-knuckle drives that would've had most people praying to whatever rock gods they believe in. Turns out, touring with Memphis May Fire is less “luxury tour bus” and more ‘Frostpunk on wheels'. Memphis May Fire will be returning Down Under with BLESSTHEFALL in April 2026. Matty's racking up more frequent flyer miles than your average travel vlogger, but in his words, “we owed our Australian fans a proper return after too long away". As a regular coming to Australia so often, he might as well apply for citizenship and start calling Vegemite “delicious” with a straight face. Whilst he assured me there will be no pyrotechnic awesomeness or indoor fireworks this time—(insurance companies everywhere just collectively sighed in relief), the band's packing a new setlist, bigger production, and some mates from Blessthefall. The only thing going up in flames will be the crowd's energy and maybe a box of your possessions you left at an unhinged ex's place. Matty laughs off the chaos, proving he's either a genuinely chill dude or just totally numb to tour madness at this point. “I never, ever know what day it is,” he laughs. Touring sounds glamorous, right up until you're living out of a suitcase and arguing with the GPS about which patch of ice to die on next. For Matty, it's been night after night of long, snowy drives and just enough adrenaline to keep things interesting. What keeps Memphis May Fire alive after years of this chaos? Stubbornness, a refusal to quit, and the knowledge that some maniac on the internet will have a hot take on whatever you do anyway. Matty's refreshingly honest about the ups, the downs, and the sheer weirdness that comes with being in a band in 2025. There's no pretending it's all sunshine and sold-out shows—but there's a hell of a lot of laughter along the way. Every touring band has wild stories, but Matty's “unhinged moment” takes the cake (and probably an earlobe). He tells of a band trip to a South African wildlife preserve, one overly friendly baby leopard, and a bass player who learns the hard way what “bite force” means. The aftermath? Paper towels, disinfectant spray, and a new story to explain at airport security. Scar stories: not just for mosh pits. He gives a few hints about what's in the pipeline for Memphis May Fire—new music, surprise setlists. He doesn't spill everything, but has promised that they're bringing something new and exciting the second time around, and those who saw them recently won't be disappointed because it's not going to be just a repeat of their last shows, so watch this space! Memphis May Fire are still out there, still grinding, still finding new ways to laugh at the madness. Get to a show, bring the good vibes, and maybe offer to drive the van if it snows. Tickets for Memphis May Fire's next Australian tour are going fast—for all the details and your backstage pass, head to https://thephoenix.au/memphis-may-fire-2026/, and maybe, just maybe, send Matty a warm pair of socks. Catch you in the pit, or over at the bar.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Simon Russell-WhiteThough Australia is familiar territory for the members of Better Lovers - Jordan Buckley (guitarist/ex Every Time I Die) and Will Putney (guitarist/producer/Fit For An Autopsy) - there is an air of honesty and humility about the debut Australian tour for the five piece, also featuring Greg Puciato (vocals/ex Dillinger Escape Plan/Killer be Killed & The Black Queen), Steve Micciche (bass/ex Every Time I Die) and Clayton "Goose" Holyoak (drums/ex Every Time I Die).For Jordan, it's been 6 years since he travelled to this Great Southern Land, and when asked the obvious question about how excited the band is about finally coming out to Australia, his reply was in the form of a question: “Be honest, is it gonna be good?!"Between Jordan, Will, Greg, Steve & Clayton, the discographies, tours and (dead set) legacies these guys possess is something to be in awe of and has earned each member much respect in the industry, especially in the genre, a genre that is tackled by many and has become saturated.To give an answer on how the tour will go, made for an easy reply, one in which I hope offered reassurance of how excited the Better Lovers punters of Australia truly are!To mix things up, joining Better Lovers on the tour is the Gold Coast's own Blind Girls and English nu metallers Split Chain. “It's a cool, mixed bill, always love a good mixed bill,” says Putney as the conversation leans into what to expect from the tour. “Reminds me of being a kid, when I first started going to shows,” he adds, as he reminisces and reels off some absolute classic gig line ups he attended many moons ago.The band's debut album, Highly Irresponsible, came into this world just over a year ago, and more recently as a deluxe edition with some extra absolute slammers of tracks. “So grateful and doesn't get any better,” says Buckley when discussing the reception the album has received worldwide. Be sure to check out those extra tracks, sitting at the end of such an album makes for a huge ending to it!Before you settle in and enjoy this conversation, as a collective, be it organisers, fans, even the sometimes unsung door people, can we please guarantee two things for the band?!Make sure the AC is in working order at all venues.Adelaide fans, make sure the last show of the tour, the best show of the tour. Amongst the insanity that will be Better Lovers' debut Australian tour, kicking off in Brisbane, there will no doubt be appreciation, sweet relief and a love for music that will be palpable for all involved, let's get hot, Australia!Tickets from destroyalllines.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

For 35 years, Poland's unholy giants Behemoth have flown the flag for blackened death metal not only in their home country, but in all corners of the world. Along with Vader and Hate, Behemoth have played an important role in establishing the Polish extreme metal underground with an uncompromisingly brutal attitude that burns brighter with each passing year.Fresh from releasing their most recent album – The Shit Ov God - in May this year on Nuclear Blast, Behemoth have set their sights on Australia in February 2026 to perform tracks from their storied discography alongside new material. Straddling the line between the sacred and profane, Behemoth has risen to become extreme metal's most revered and provocative band, steeped in anti-authoritarian fire. Renowned for their elaborate live performances, the band continues to push boundaries with their fearless artistry and vision, and have vowed to bring their menacing glory to Australian fans on the upcoming tour.To celebrate the momentous occasion, HEAVY recently sat down with guitarist/vocalist Nergal to journey through the sordid world of Behemoth. We ask if his excitement levels remain as high despite touring most countries multiple times."Yes," he smiled warmly. "I don't want to sound arrogant here, because the fact is that from the first tour that we did in Australia to the next one, it just grew by a few per cent. But every time it was bigger and bigger crowds. We even did some like big festival appearances, so we played in front of really big crowds there as well. Mostly, it's club tours, but still, I don't want to be like, oh, Behemoth is coming back, everyone is just fucking bowing. No, no, you always have to earn that. You have to work hard. We have a new record called The Shit Ov God, and I don't know how it's going over there in Australia. So it's always a test.It's always a question of how many people would like to go and check it out again if they've seen us before? And I hope they will. And how many of the newcomers are going to show up? So it's always a question mark, you know. I don't want to sound too full of myself, like it's a royal return of Behemoth. No, no. We do work hard; we do care about it, and we would love to have the biggest run yet in Australia."In the full interview, Nergal discussed Behemoth's upcoming tour in Australia in greater detail, highlighting the band's strong connections and positive experiences in the country. Nergal expressed enthusiasm for returning to Australia, noting the growth of their audience and the importance of continually earning their place in the music scene. He shared personal reflections on his career, emphasizing the gradual success of Behemoth over 34 years and the evolution of their live performances into elaborate spectacles.He also mentioned the financial challenges of live show production, drawing inspiration from other bands like Rammstein while remaining committed to enhancing their stage presence. The conversation further explored Nergal's creative process, which he described as organic and akin to piecing together a puzzle. He emphasized the need to capture fleeting ideas through notes to avoid losing creative opportunities and the challenges that come with longevity in the music scene. Nergal also discussed Behemoth's latest album, The Shit Ov God, acknowledging its potential for mixed reactions while highlighting its philosophical significance. He talked about the themes of the album and the title, expressing his thoughts going into an album cycle and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Interview by Ali WilliamsIf you thought progressive metal was all serious faces and minor chords, think again. Mitch from Dyssidia joined HEAVY's own Ali Williams for a wild, winding, and refreshingly unfiltered chat—spanning everything from vinyl snobbery to deadly Frisbees and Adelaide's criminally underrated music scene.Dyssidia just dropped their sophomore album Deeper Wells of Meaning—only five years after their debut, because, you know, global pandemics and musicians' creative “pauses.” Mitch spills on the pain of planning an album launch, only to have COVID crash the party two weeks later. The silver lining? More time to marinate, mature, and, presumably, stare at the ceiling thinking about vinyl colour options. Forget digital downloads; Mitch's passion for vinyl is a religion. The band doesn't just release albums—they curate tactile experiences. The latest artwork, painted by Adam Burke (with an actual brush—no AI here, people), is so gorgeous that Mitch reckons at least 20% of positive feedback is just fans drooling over the cover. Want a double LP with wild colours? Dyssidia's got you. Want a band-branded stubby cooler? Even better—just watch out for Mitch's plans to weaponize plastic frisbees at shows. Rock and roll, but with dental insurance. The band's gearing up for their album launch in Adelaide, with Adriatic, Wings of Thanatos, and Kuiper joining the chaos. Touring across Australia is like prepping for the Olympics—distances are brutal, costs are bonkers, and sometimes even the koalas get confused by daylight savings. Perth fans: you're loved, you're loyal, but unless someone donates a private jet, don't hold your breath for monthly Dyssidia visits.Dyssidia have re-joined forces with Wild Thing Records—mainly because the contracts are so chill they're basically handshakes, and the friendships are the real glue. According to Mitch, it's not about the business as much as it is about the hang. “Most of the time, you're just trying to survive and connect with other bands, so your mini-tour isn't just you in a van talking to yourself.”There's no road map for being a modern prog-metal band. Dyssidia is all about that flexible, DIY, make-it-work spirit—embracing the weirdness of the times, working from home, and enjoying the freedom to create on your own terms. New music is brewing (eventually), Adelaide is still underrated, and at least Ali and Mitch are now Facebook friends. In the words of the great philosopher: Thanks babe.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

In episode 241 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas responds to Andrew Lee's video essay titled "How Heavy Metal Upholds White Supremacy." As an Asian metalhead growing up in the deep south of America, a lot of what Andrew pointed out resonated with me, but some of my experiences were different than his. Those difference might be illuminating. Join in on the conversation!Andrew Lee's channel...www.youtube.com/@UCjv-NVVzWtu0f43lh7TQO-A Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact;https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophyhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophyJonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.comhttps://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyenhttps://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyenhttps://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophyhttps://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social Metal Digest articles link;https://metal-digest.com/author/jon-barbas/#metal #Asian #deathmetal

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with Mikey Levitt, the writer of the first three issues of IDW's new Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic. Tales of the TMNT is the comic adaptation of Mutant Mayhem and the Tales of the TMNT cartoon series on Paramount+ and the comic's first three-issue arc follows Donatello on a trip toma robot camp with Metalhead. Tales of the TMNT Issue #1 goes on sale 10/15/2025. Sound Engineering by Ian Williams. Find TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turtle_tracks_podcast/

Hey Slackers, we're taking a fun detour this episode!Longtime listeners know I was a die-hard hair band and metal fan back in the '80s, which, let's be honest, made me a bit of a genre snob. Looking back, I realize I missed out on a ton of incredible music from that decade.Inspired by my son's request for a fresh playlist, I decided to step outside my usual rock, metal, punk, and emo comfort zone. Instead, I dove into the vibrant world of synth-pop, new wave, EDM, and alt-rock, curating a collection of tracks spanning 1980 to 1989. These are songs that lit up the charts or defined the underground scene—definitely not my typical picks!From the moody brilliance of Joy Division to the raw energy of the Pixies, I've crafted what I'm calling an "Offbeat '80s" playlist. But I need your help to make it even better! Early Gen Xers, 120 Minutes devotees, and alternative music lovers—hit me up with your must-have tracks to round out this out. What gems am I missing? Let's build this playlist together!

Jesse is an artist, self-proclaimed "Metal Head" and the owner of Th1te3n Tattoo shop in Lindsay, Ontario. I talk with Jesse about music, life and creation of the infamous "WarHammer" persona. Jesse also shares an inspiring story of how the universe conspired to lead him toward his passion and ultimate success.

In this episode of TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST, host Brian VanHooker interviews artist Daniel Elson, who worked on packaging art for NECA Toys, specifically many of the early VHS-style boxes for the 1987 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles line. Elson breaks down the details of the artwork for Mondo Gecko, Metalhead, the Pizza Monster and more while also explaining how the work of Greg Martin on the original TMNT cartoon VHS art inspired them. Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST here: https://www.instagram.com/turtle_tracks_podcast/

Join your triple threat of the APDC as they review “The Greatest Evil, Part 2” from the 1991 classic DIC animated series, G.I. Joe! Don't impugn our courage, jarhead!!! The DiC continues!! I haven't seen it so that means it's dumb!! A soreghum subject!! Dead Mall!! This is Yuengling territory!!! This distribution house is indestructible!! Jelly bazooka!!! Falcon and Cindy are captive!! Automated weapons!!! Shockwave and CG1 go all Diehard!! Metalhead go BANG!!! No way you piece of slime!!! You're a real peanut-buster parfait!!! In the Real World! Script Deviations!! Iconic Moments!!! Everything we do, we do it for YOU!!!5:10 - SHOUT OUTS6:30 - COCKTAIL15:40 - DUELING LAST EPISODE RECAPS17:45 - REVIEW1:20:40 - REAL WORLD1:47:00 - SCRIPT DEVIATIONS1:47:15 - RATE THE SCHEME1:49:10 - ICONIC JOEMENT1:50:45 - NEXT TIME!

Follow @foobarshowEpisode 373 - Talking LA Comic Con with Metalhead NelsonDoom Scrolling IntroThe Foos welcome back Metalhead Nelson on the show.-San Diego Comic Con-Edgar Allan Poe show in RiversideGeeking Out:-LA Comic Con -George Lucas goes to a con for the first time ever-K-Pop Demon Hunter-Twisted MetalHere's What I Would Do:-Debating a Career Change in My 40s from Miguel in Rancho Cucamonga-Dealing with a Passive-Aggressive Neighbor from Carla in Glendale-WTF is going on with drummers lately?-Foo Fighters & Nine Inch Nails-Spinal Tap 2 is out next month!Give us a 5-star positive review on Apple Podcasts!Listen at foobarshow.com or anywhere you get your podcasts.

emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Goldie, originally episode 156 from 2017-06-21.Original writeup below:A proper filfy drum n' bass banger right here this week too as Pip is joined FINALLY after a long bout of scheduling and planning by the one and only, the Metalhead himself, the UK's national drum & bass treasure - Goldie! "The barbarians from within will raise their heads and rise the deities..." ...and that's one single quote from this absolutely ram packed and intense juggernaught rollercoaster of an episode, as Pip white-knuckles the railing and hold on for dear life as the whirlwind rolls through town and demolishes all in its path! The whirlwind being Goldie, that is. I'm sure you gathered that. Finding his home out in Phuket these days, the path has been rocky, full on, winding and incredible and Goldie has lived through it all - the raves, the graf days out in the Bronx, early days of techno, being a household name in what they used to call 'intelligent drum & bass' with his smash hit 'Inner City Life', a rugged divorce, heavy personal life events including the passing of his mother, and every single second underpinned by his unending appetite for his craft and music making. A fantastic and thrilling ride of an episode, which will make you want to dig out the back catalogue and reminisce over the past while waiting for his new album 'The Journey Man' to download... As Goldie put it himself; "There are no full stops in my life... At all..." Oh and wait for the American and German accents later on. Blimey.PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting natureDISCOGSONLINEINSTAGRAMMANY LINKSPIP TWITCH • (music stuff)PIP INSTAGRAMSPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTOREPIP TWITTERPIP IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alana aka HiddenGargoyle, a 29 year old gamer, Metalhead, Anime enjoyer, Event Panelist & Occasional Cosplayer joins us for a guest interview episode

The story of the drummer in an 80s metal band who is about to have it all: absurd wealth, global fame, and a dream girlfriend. But an unwitting role as an international spy? Author Travis Kennedy tells us the story!Purchase a copy of The Whyte Python World Tour: A NovelVisit Travis Kennedy's websiteVisit the Whyte Python band website ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

Metal mayhem and festival tales dominate as we break down the Sonic Temple experience from start to finish. After four years of podcasting (an eternity in the podcast world!), we're celebrating episode 172 with a deep dive into what makes a great metal festival.Sonic Temple emerges as the clear winner when compared to Inkcarceration, offering flat ground instead of treacherous hills, better spacing between stages, and perfect timing weather-wise. The lineup delivered serious firepower with Ice Nine Kills crushing their set, Bullet For My Valentine sounding album-perfect, and Whitechapel demonstrating why they're considered death metal royalty. Even unexpected acts like ICP drew massive crowds, though some veterans like Rob Zombie showed their age with winded performances and partial lyrics.Beyond festival talk, we explore Cedar Point's surprising new comedy shows and take a musical journey through bands you might not know yet but absolutely should. From Russian mathcore outfit Ape on the Rocket to Italian metalcore group Burning Hayes, we unearth hidden gems that deserve spots on your playlist. Each discovery fuels our appreciation for the endless creativity in the metal scene.After 172 episodes, we're still passionate about sharing the music and movies we love. Whether you're here for the bands, the banter, or the bizarre tangents, we appreciate you joining our metal-fueled conversations. Check out these bands, let us know what you think, and join us next week for more mayhem.Send us a text message and let us know how awesome we are! (Click the link)!Support the show'Beavis and Butt-head' Cover art created by Joe Crawford

Incredible but we did it again, we went to Epic Fest 2025 in Roskilde, Denmark, and it was incredibly powerful. Join us as we process some of the most packed couple days we've had, the epic highs, the bizarre lows, and the promise of what's yet to come. For the impatient:00:00:00 Pre-roll00:00:43 Sup Nerds00:07:15 Copenhagen again, but sunny!00:11:33 Epic Fest 202500:13:19 Battle Born00:15:32 The duality of Powerful00:16:20 Induction00:20:13 Apostolica00:22:17 The Big Stage System00:23:01 Fabio Lione's Dawn of Victory00:28:16 A Power Metal Party00:29:16 Such a polite pit00:31:42 US fans becoming desperate00:35:09 The triple choice00:36:06 Theocracy Acoustic Set at the Roskilde Cathedral00:42:12 The Cathedral is too gorgeous00:43:29 Stratovarius00:48:33 Argentina mentioned00:49:37 Epic Fest isn't just the bands00:51:24 No breaks on Day 100:52:31 Metalhead show math00:53:36 Terra Atlantica00:57:14 They played the song our friend requested!!01:00:37 Majestica01:02:10 Ross the Boss01:07:10 For fans of Manowar01:09:44 Insania01:12:02 Epic Fest maxed out Roskilde01:16:01 Touristing for a bit01:17:35 Waking up for Day 2 was an ordeal01:18:45 Fer likes F101:20:38 Pagan's Mind01:23:40 A choice we were surprised to make01:25:26 Pirate Queen01:31:56 Royal Hunt01:33:34 Crimson Glory01:37:28 Kyle's jacket misadventure01:41:00 Shadowstrike01:43:59 Nanowar of Steel01:45:10 Wind Rose01:48:04 Best Drip01:49:02 Fun is good, actually01:51:55 Kyle's Jacket Return01:56:40 Theocracy01:58:30 Fer did not train properly01:59:31 Fellowship02:06:35 The Second Coming of Power Metal02:10:28 Does our group have a real impact?02:13:23 Trying to balance out our shilling (we fail)02:17:59 Sorry Judicator02:20:06 Surprised by the Afterparty02:24:45 2026 Lineup Announcement blew our minds02:30:40 Too much hopium02:32:40 Hoping for more Japanese bands to play abroad02:34:00 Kyle already booked the hotel02:35:12 Wrapping up Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc - powerful. a power metal podcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/powerfulpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/powerfulpodcastTwitter - https://twitter.com/powerfulpm Music by Fernando ReyEdited by Fernando Rey

Recorded 28th of Feb 2025 in The Hornets Nest.Thrashin Thursday returns!Hepcat - Open SeasonConditions – When It Won't Save YouNOFX - Stickin In My Eye covered by KemuriHi Standard - Fighting Fists, Angry SoulNo Motiv - Give Me StrengthFrenzal Rhomb - Fuck The SystemThe Vandals - My Girlfriends DeadChixdiggit - Shadowy Bangers from a Shadowy DuplexThe Cosmic Psychos - Dead RooThe Dropkick Murphys - Caught In A JarGood Riddance - Weight Of The WorldGreen Day - J.A.RChoking Victim - Crack Rock SteadyThe Hippos - PleaseTuesday - Goodbyes Have Been SaidSlapstick - Theres a Metalhead in the Parking LotThe Bollweevils - Bottomless Pit88 Fingers Louie - Selfish MeansScreeching Weasel - Jeannies Got A Problem With Her UterusIron Maiden - The Trooper

A Priest, a Metal Head and a Psychic Charlatan walk into the End Times. No it's not a bad joke, its the righteous, horror-comedy The Day of the Beast. Griffey and Dandino walk a the dark path of sin and satanic rituals to stop the birth of the Anti-Christ in this insane horror gem.  Synopsis: Bent on committing as many sins as possible to avert the birth of the beast, a Catholic priest teams up with a Black Metal aficionado and an Italian connoisseur of the occult. Now, he must become an unrelenting sinner. Is there still hope? Starring: Alex Angulo, Armando De Razza, Santiago Segura Directed by Alex de la Inglesia Join the Misfit Parade: https://www.misfitparade.net/ Youtube: https://youtu.be/u9pyJvaSrXw Support the show on the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/messedupmoviespod Watch our newest short film Sugar Tits Now!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sz7leFqqo4g

Send us a textJoin us for an epic conversation with comedian and metalhead Jim Florentine, just ahead of his shows this weekend at the Funny Bone Westport in St. Louis! Jim dives into his lifelong love of metal, sharing incredible stories from his time on That Metal Show, backstage tales with Pantera, unforgettable moments with Dimebag Darrell, and his experiences with Howard Stern, The Opie and Anthony Show, and Crank Yankers.

This week, the boys touch down on this Icelandic coming of age drama. The only thing darker and more brutal than the current state of the world is a teenage girl channeling her grief and angst through heavy metal music in the desolate frozen wastes of rural Iceland. Crank it up to 11 and eat a big ol' plate of some sort of gray indistinct Icelandic fish meal on the Greatest Movie Ever Made! Metalhead (2013) is directed by Ragnar Bragason and stars Þorbjörg Helga Þorgilsdóttir, Ingvar E. Sigurðsson, Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir, Sveinn Ólafur Gunnarsson, and Hannes Óli Ágústsson Music: “Fractals” by Kyle Casey and White Bat Audio

Hanna, James, Britnee and Brandon discuss a grab bag of documentaries about metalheads, starting with the anthropological Judas Priest fan doc Heavy Metal Parking Lot (1986) https://swampflix.com/ 00:00 Welcome 02:45 Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974) 06:00 Baby Cat (2023) 11:41 Hearts of Darkness - A Filmmaker's Apocalypse (1991) 17:22 Tokyo Pop (1988) 21:40 Heavy Metal Parking Lot (1986) 31:22 Kittie - Spit in Your Eye (2002) 43:47 The Decline of Western Civilization Pt II - The Metal Years (1987) 1:06:34 Last Days Here (2011) 1:18:35 March of the Gods - Botswana Metalheads (2014)

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 Frank starts the show like he always does on Fridays: With Ask Frank Anything. Frank talks with Paul Stone, the CEO of Colonial Metals Group. They discuss the importance of the economy, buying gold, inflation and government interference. Frank starts the third hour with denunciations for the week. He moves on to talk with Scott Ritter, a former U.S. Marine Corps intelligence officer and UN weapons inspector in Iraq. He's also the author of the book Covering Ukraine: The Scott Ritter Interviews Through the Eyes Of Ania K. They discuss the FBI raid on Ritter, the latest on the war in Russia and social media censorship. Frank wraps up the show with a midnight panel consisting of stand up comedian Fred Rubino, John McDonagh, a cab driver, comic, playwright, and radio talk show host and E. O'Brien (Obie) Murray, a veteran political consultant and crisis communications strategist. They spin stories on everything from artificial sweeteners to protests across the world. He is also joined by Noam Laden for News You Can Use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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More and more workers are unionizing across the country.  Metalhead and labor journalist Kim Kelly on the exciting new wave of unionization and what it means. Follow Kim Kelly on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrimKim Check out Kim's new book Fight Like Hell: The Untold History of American Labor: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Fight-Like-Hell/Kim-Kelly/9781982171056 Join our newsletter: Tangoti.com/newsletter And you can follow our very own iHeart Podcast Union on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iheartpodunion  And instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iheartpodunion/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.