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Best Of 2025 So FarToday I talk about my favorite records of 2025 so far and I look ahead to a handful of records I'm looking forward to!DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comMusic:Echos - "Quiet In Your Service"Arch Enemy - "Blood Dynasty"Deafheaven - "Doberman"Sumac & Moor Mother - "Scene 2 - The Run"Edge Of Paradise - "Prophecy Unbound"Warbringer - "The Sword And The Cross"
Garza sits down in-person with Sabian Lynch & Scottie Simpson. Guitar players for Australian metalcore band ALPHA WOLF. https://alphawolfcvlt.comSPONSORS:Sweetwater - https://imp.i114863.net/rnrmVBDistroKid - https://distrokid.com/vip/garza 30% OFF!CHAPTERS:00:00 - Writing Easy Riffs05:56 - Scottie's 10 Years w/ Alpha Wolf08:20 - Summer of Loud 202510:32 - Creating “The Noise” Pedal21:46 - Riff: The Noise Pedal Demo24:54 - Different Ways to Use “The Noise”26:48 - Writing Akudama30:18 - Alternate Guitar Tunings34:37 - Scottie's First Bands37:20 - Sabian Loves Silverchair43:55 - MONA Museum46:51 - Leaving Tasmania49:12 - Soundwave Festival54:50 - Reading Comments56:47 - Ice-T1:00:24 - Band Name Origin1:02:17 - Trusting Your Ideas1:05:12 - 6 or 7 Strings1:07:59 - Riff: Suicide Silence's Smoke1:09:46 - Riff: Noise1:13:02 - Riff: Akudama1:15:40 - Riff: Quick Improv1:16:42 - Riff: Bleed For You1:19:49 - Riff: Hotel Underground1:20:09 - Riff: Feign1:26:40 - Pedal Boards, Stage Gear & Live Rig1:33:38 - Tour, Sobriety & Learning1:42:20 - Closing Words // Korn
Chapter 632 - "Stick To It And Push Forward" ...as read by Max and Lukas of THROATCUTToday we welcome Max and Lukas from THROATCUT to the podcast! The new THROATCUT record, Resilience, is out today on Arising Empire Records! The guys talk about their experience trying to start bands, how wanting to be more authentic led to the formation of THROATCUT, signing with Arising Empire, the themes on Resilience, and more! https://throatcut.com/https://arising-empire.shop/kuenstler/throatcut./DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 632 Music:THROATCUT - "death.rebirith."THROATCUT - "shattered.glass."THROATCUT - "snake.eater."THROATCUT - "stray."
The Loaded Radio Podcast is back with another compelling episode, offering listeners an exclusive dive into the world of heavy music. This week, we bring you conversations with two pivotal figures in the scene: Ryan Kirby, the commanding vocalist of Fit For A King, and the ever-insightful Greg Kennelty from MetalInjection.net. Fit For A King's Lonely God: A Deep Dive with Ryan Kirby Fit For A King has been steadily building their reputation as a powerhouse in the metalcore realm, known for their relentless energy and profound lyrical themes. Their journey continues with the release of their eighth studio album, Lonely God, slated to drop on August 1st, a highly anticipated record that promises to push their sound even further. Host Scott Penfold sits down with Ryan Kirby to unpack the creative process behind Lonely God. Kirby provides an intimate look into the album's composition, its thematic core, and the collaborations that elevate its impact. The album is set to feature notable guest appearances, including Landon Tewers of The Plot In You, known for his versatile vocal deliveries, and the iconic metalcore giants Motionless In White, adding another layer of intensity to the record. Fans can expect Lonely God to deliver a powerful blend of aggression and melody, a signature of Fit For A King's evolving sound. Greg Kennelty's Metal Injection: Unpacking the Current Scene Following the discussion with Ryan Kirby, the podcast welcomes back Greg Kennelty of MetalInjection.net. As a recurring bi-weekly guest, Greg brings his extensive knowledge and sharp analysis to the forefront, offering listeners a comprehensive overview of the latest happenings, trends, and releases dominating the heavy music world. Kennelty's segment provides a crucial perspective on the industry, touching upon emerging artists, significant news, and critical takes on recent musical offerings. His insights are invaluable for anyone looking to stay truly connected to the pulse of metal and hard rock, making his contributions a vital part of The Loaded Radio Podcast experience. Tune In Now: Your Essential Heavy Music Fix This episode is packed with essential listening for any heavy music enthusiast. From the detailed discussion on Fit For A King's forthcoming album to Greg Kennelty's expert commentary, it's a comprehensive look at what's shaping the scene right now. The Loaded Radio Podcast remains your go-to source for in-depth interviews, breaking news, and unfiltered conversations with the artists and industry insiders who define heavy music. Don't miss out on this compelling episode.
Chapter 630 - "All The Things That Resonate In Ourself" ...as read by Audrey Ebrotié of IANWILLToday we welcome Audrey Ebrotié, front woman for French metalcore band IANWILL to the podcast! IANWILL released their latest ep, Echoes, back on May 30th! Audrey talks about growing up in Paris, her love of heavy music, the theme behind Echoes, her experience as a woman of color in the French metal scene, and more!https://ianwillmusic.bandcamp.com/album/echoesDiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 630 Music:IANWILL - "Afterglow"IANWILL - "Latenti Quietus"IANWILL - "Limbo"
Chapter 629 - "Something For Every Type Of Sensibility" ...as read by Ben Parker and Alizon Taho from Calva LouiseToday we welcome Ben Parker and Alizon Taho from Calva Louise to the podcast! Calva Louise will release Edge Of the Abyss this Friday, July 11th, with Mascot Records. The guys talk about they managed to end up in England, the musical influences that tie the band together, connecting with fans whether the songs are in English or Spanish, finding different online paths to connect with fans, a more. https://calvalouise.bandcamp.com/album/edge-of-the-abyss-albumhttps://www.mascotlabelgroup.com/collections/calva-louiseDiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 629 Music:Calva Louise - "Aimless"Calva Louise - "Lo Que Vale"Calva Louise - "Impeccable"
We've done the Big 4 of Numetal, but what about metalcore? Who goes on THAT version of Mt. Rushmore? Listen in this week as we sort it out...would you pick the same 4? Cheers! Instagram: Email: Voicemail: 267-297-4627 Twitter: Facebook Group: Tim Twitter: Jay Twitter: Youtube Channel: Spotify Playlists: Merch Store:
Send us a textSt. Louis-based metalcore act dead7 is poised to break through in a major way with the release of their highly anticipated debut album, LOVE WHAT YOU CAN WHILE YOU GOT SOMETHING LEFT TO LOVE, arriving July 11, 2025 via SharpTone Records. Known for their emotionally charged blend of heavy grooves, ambient textures, and bold vulnerability, the five-piece continues to turn heads with a sound that fuses brutal honesty and melodic hooks in equal measure.Composed of Jason Kozik (vocals), Dexter Greer (guitar), Tim Quinn (guitar), Stephen Salyer (bass), and Zach Guinn (drums), dead7 crafts music that leans into both atmospheric metal and alternative rock, while unafraid to explore the depths of love, loss, and internal conflict. Their debut album captures that duality perfectly—one moment it's a crushing wall of sound, the next a moment of haunting introspection.“We keep people guessing,” frontman Jason Kozik shared. “The new material is heavy, but we emphasized the hooks. We tried to make sure our songs resonate. In terms of the content, we focused on love, relationships, and things that are often tough to say.”After gaining traction through powerful singles like “tape mouth” and “heaven only knows” (featuring Nathan Johnson of Fox Lake), dead7 began to find their footing on the live circuit, including festival slots at POINTFEST alongside acts like Bad Omens, The Pretty Reckless, and Coheed and Cambria. The momentum caught the attention of SharpTone Records, who signed the band in late 2024.Heading back into the studio with trusted collaborators Caleb Freihaut and Ben McGuiness, dead7 shaped a record that reflects not only their evolution as a band but their refusal to be boxed in. Touchstones like Loathe, Bring Me The Horizon, and Three Days Grace inspire the record's push-and-pull between chaotic energy and accessible melody.Tracks like “BLUR” showcase that duality immediately, with its vocoder-drenched verses giving way to explosive choruses. “It incorporates a lot of what dead7 is,” Kozik explained. “Lyrically, it's a view of trying to navigate life with everything going on... in our relationships, in our families, and in ourselves. It feels like a blur, and you're trying to survive.”Other album standouts include “HOLE,” a raw depiction of tension in a fractured relationship, and “PLEASE,” a cheeky-yet-intense track featuring Marcus Vik, where soaring melodies meet lusty lyricism and thunderous riffs. Kozik remarked, “We were making a joke about being kind of horny, and we tried to encapsulate it… It has www.BetterHelp.com/TheBarnhttp://www.betterhelp.com/TheBarn http://www.betterhelp.com/TheBarnThis episode is sponsored by www.betterhelp.com/TheBarn and brought to you as always by The Barn Media Group. YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@TheBarnPodcastNetwork SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/09neXeCS8I0U8OZJroUGd4?si=2f9b8dfa5d2c4504 APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1625411141 I HEART RADIO https://www.iheart.com/podcast/97160034/ AMAZON https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7aff7d00-c41b-4154-94cf-221a808e3595/the-barn
Today you'll hear clips from interviews with Matt Harvey of Gruesome, Gabriel Tapper and Rasmus Booberg from Gosta Berlings Saga, Kyle Schaefer of Fallujah, Alex Garcia Rivera of Bloodhorse, Eric Kusanagi of Hiroe, Austin Evans of Orthodox, Tom Angelripper of Sodom, Kasey Karlsen of Deadland, Matthieu Kirby and John Fine of TSS, and Ryan Vanderwolk of Death Rattle!DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comMusic:Gruesome - "Silent Echoes"Gosta Berlings Saga - "Through The Arches"Fallujah - "Kaleidoscopic Waves"Bloodhorse - "A Malign Star"Hiroe - "I've Been Waiting For You All My Life"Orthodox - "Blend In With The Weak"Sodom - "The Spirits That I Called"Deadlands - "Die In Paradise"TSS - "Something In The Way"Death Rattle - "March Of Delusion"
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Gun to God's Head is a fairly new local metalcore band. Members who joined us on the podcast this month are Del (frontwoman/vocalist), Kane (also notably a member of current very active band Vomit Forth), and Brandon (who plays in so many bands he can't name them off the top of his head, ha! We might've put him on the spot in this episode). Kane, Del & Brandon This episode could very much serve as a primer to metalcore (and shoegaze and some other off-shoot inspirations) through the filter of 3 members of Gun to God's Head. I felt that so much that I announced during the show that I would make a playlist. So I did. Here it is. Definitely listen to the show and then skim through this playlist and take in the stuff that may be new to you or you want to check out more deeply. Lots of bands mentioned in this show. Check the show out. It's a fun one! Music on this episode: Intro: Gun to God's Head "Faith and Dependence" I Have a Loaded Gun and It's Aimed At God's Head (The Coming Strife Records) Rick: Osmium "Osmium 5" Osmium (Invada) Deadguy "Kill Fee" Near Death Travel Services (Relapse) The Bug "Bury Dem (Ft. Logan)" Bury Dem 12" (Relapse) Raisa K "Affectionately" Affectionately (15 Love) Josh: Warlock Corpse "Your Black Eyes" Return of Dark Sorcery (Out of Season) Skinhead "Jog Your Memory" It's a Beautiful Day, What A Beautiful Day (Closed Casket Activities) Chepang "Nirnaya" Jhyappa (Relapse) Release Announcement: Killer Kin "Point Blank" Killer Kin (Redscroll Records) Del: Honeydip "Summer's Gone" Another Sunny Day (Embryo) Kane: Moonblood "A Walk in the Woods" Taste Our German Steel (Iron Bonehead Productions) Brandon: Kickback "Warpath" No Surrender (GSR Music) Exit: Gun to God's Head "New Religious Movement" I Have a Loaded Gun and It's Aimed At God's Head (The Coming Strife Records) The Redscroll Podcast is a monthly show (new episodes on the first of the month) that works as a companion to what we do at Redscroll Records in Wallingford, CT USA. We are a record store that has a heavy emphasis on the left of center / underground music of the world. Whether it be underappreciated or just has a niche audience, marginalized or just off the radar it's all of interest to us. With the show we'll generally have a localized focus. We'll discuss what is in our personal rotation at the moment. We'll talk to guests who have to do with all of the above. And we'll talk about specific dealings with the store. If you have input you're welcome to contact us through email (redscroll@gmail.com). Oh, and please do subscribe! New episodes on the first of every month! (Subscribe on Android)(Subscribe elsewhere just by searching for us please!)01
Interview by Kris PetersSydney metal outfit Harroway have been crushing skulls since 2019 withtheir aggressive brand of metal, highlighting real life problems and issues. As such their passion has always been evident be it on stage orrecording, with their debut 2023 EP, I Don't Want To Be Here Anymore resonating on a global scale that led to a sold-out headlining tour that took the band across Australia before deservedly securing them supports for international acts such as We Came as Romans (USA), Invent Animate (USA), and Crossfaith (JAP).The band have been absent from the air waves since last April's song Heresy but have returned with a vengeance on the back of their new single Narsociety. While still maintaining the fabric of their metal DNA, Narsociety also sees Harroway exploring more melodic elements entwined with clean vocals that have not previously been a major component of their music.An amalgamation of the words Narcissist and Society, Narsociety paints an honestly bleak portrait of the modern reliance and dependence on social media and the darkness that easily consumes it. It is a brutally honest portrayal of what is becoming an increasingly dangerous subject, delivered with the raw hostility that has become Harroway's trademark.HEAVY spoke with guitarist Anthony earlier this week to see how the response has been."It's been a bit of a different sound for us with having the new singer come in with a little bit of a higher register," he offered. "It's a little bit more melodic for us as well, but so far it's been really good. We've got some really good feedback from fans, friends, and family, and it seems to be going off at the shows too. People are really enjoying Chris's voice."The Chris who Anthony is referring to is new clean vocalist Chris 'CJ' Webb. Having that lighter shade to the band's generally more aggressive music could be considered a brave move by the band, but Anthony insists it is something that has been added for the betterment of Harroway's music."It's definitely something we've wanted to introduce into our sound, both live and in the studio, before," he shared. "But it's been something we've struggled with to really execute on because, you know, Matt (Banks, vocalist) is excellent at what he does. He has an excellent vocal range and also his extreme vocals. As a guitarist and backup screamer, I can really appreciate the talent he has, but he really looked within himself and knew we needed somebody to bring us into that higher register."In the full interview, Anthony discussed Narsociety in greater detail from both a musical and lyrical perspective. He ran us through the underlying themes and messages of the song and how it is a reflection on today's society and behaviour.We discussed the captivating and cinematic music video that goes with it, the recent tour with Make Them Suffer and Justice For The Damned, playing Narsociety live for the first few times and how it was received and spoke about a couple of shows on the horizon. While remaining non-committal about a future album, Anthony gave a strong impression that Narsociety is only the beginning of their plans, revealing there are more singles to be released and promising the band still has big plans for this year.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.
Chapter 627 - "If You Sell It Well" ...as read by TSSToday we welcome John and Matthieu from French band TSS to the podcast. Their new record, End Of Time, is out today on Fearless Records. The guys talk about writing music that's genre fluid, how switching genres has hurt their fanbase, signing with Fearless, the work they've already done to find success, and more. https://thesundaysadness.com/https://thesundaysadness.bandcamp.com/album/end-of-timeDiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 627 Music:TSS - "Killing Me"TSS - "Something In The Way"TSS - "Dead"
Chapter 626 - "An Opportunity To Look Inward" ...as read by Kasey Karlsen of DeadlandsToday we welcome Deadlands front woman Kasey Karlsen to the podcast! Deadlands' Spinefarm Records debut ep, Seven, is out this Friday! Kasey talks about her brother's influence in her musical inspiration, starting her YouTube channel, the desire to be in a band and not a content creator, tackling a concept for the band's debut, and more.https://deadlandsband.com/DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 626 Music:Deadlands - "Villain"Dealands - "Limbo"Deadlands - "Kundalini"
Pretoria boys No Closure recently made it onto the Ramfest lineup consisting of headlining act The Devil Wears Prada in South Africa. We chat about the metalcore/hardcore scene in Pretoria, the diversity in South African live shows, and get their response on what was said about the members during the Lower Hollow episode.
Chapter 624 - "This Is What We Live For" ...as read by Austin Evans of OrthodoxToday we welcome Orthodox guitarist Austin Evans to the podcast! Orthodox released A Door Left Open back on June 6th through Century Media Records. Austin talks about how being good at recorder led him to a love of music, how he became straight edge, wanting to make his mark as a songwriter with Orthodox and how that evolved with A Door Left Open, and more. https://orthodoxtn.com/https://orthodoxtn.bandcamp.com/DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 624 Music:Orthodox - "Can You Save Me"Orthodox - "Blend In With The WeaK'Orthodox - "Sacred Place"Orthodox - "Will You Hate Me"
This week on the show, Sleep Theory frontman Cullen Moore retaliates after being groped during a show, Bonnaroo canceled, Warped Tour returns, Sleep Token headlines first festival, President plays FIRST show, my thoughts on new Twenty One Pilots and more.Don't forget to bang your head on the links belowTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jesealeeInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jesealee/YouTubehttps://youtube.com/@JeseaLeePodcast available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music and everywhere else you consume podcastsProduction by WhatTheGleeson Content Creation https://www.instagram.com/whatthegleesonTheme song by Michael Stoutengerhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6LO5eGttpemsEdm5kixX10?si=pXW6AbohTWaFgHMdh3ZmzgSubscribe to my newsletter:https://jesealee.substack.com/Everything else:https://www.jesealee.com/
Send us a textBack into the creative theatrics we go! We're joined once again by Jacob Charlton of Thornhill, marking his return to IUFduring an exciting new chapter for the band (currently on tour at the time of this recording). With the release of their latest album Bodies, Thornhill continues to evolve—exploring new sounds, deeper emotion, and a refined creative direction.Jacob talks about the making of Bodies, life on the road as they tour across the U.S. and beyond, and the tight chemistry that keeps the band moving forward. We also touch on the importance of pausing to celebrate their accomplishments, including ARIA nominations and chart recognition that reflect just how far they've come.Along the way, Jacob shares a few lesser-known stories, giving fans a deeper look into his journey both on and off the stage.Bodies is out now via UNFD. Stream it, and catch Thornhill live in a city near you.Stay connected with Thornhill, visit: https://thornhill.world/, https://www.instagram.com/thornhillmelb/ and https://www.facebook.com/thornhillmelb/Stay connected with IUF, visit: https://interviewunderfire.com/
Send us a textWelcome to Season 18! We're excited to welcome back two of the most fearless voices in UK heavy music—vocalist Justine Jones and guitarist Sammy Urwin of Employed to Serve—for their second appearance on IUF. Over the last 14 years, the band has built a fierce reputation through relentless touring, standout performances at major festivals, and a discography that keeps pushing heavy music forward.In this episode, we dive into the making of their latest album, Fallen Star—a bold and emotionally charged record that captures the band's evolution while staying rooted in the intensity they're known for. Justine and Sammy open up about the writing and recording process, and how the themes behind the album reflect both personal and creative growth.What's always clear is the chemistry the two share—not just as bandmates, but as collaborators with a unified vision. That connection continues to be at the core of what makes Employed to Serve such a compelling presence in today's metal landscape.Fallen Star is available now worldwide via Spinefarm Records. Stay connected with Employed To Serve, visit: https://www.employedtoserve.com/, https://www.instagram.com/employedtoserve/ and https://www.facebook.com/employedtoserve/Stay connected with IUF, visit: https://interviewunderfire.com/
Season 5 Episode 16 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Is Sleep Token the Most Controversial Metalcore Band?: In this segment, we discuss the question, is Sleep Token the most controversial metalcore band? We also discuss the trend of anonymous bands and if the trend will take the industry by storm. Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help you meet your goals. This week, we discuss how your workplace could be impacting your health and tips you can implement to maximize health in the workplace. Song of the Week: We select a new metalcore song each week to highlight/share with you all. This week's song of the week is "Dislocated" by MidwinterExercise of the Week: We select an exercise to highlight, describing the exercise, alternative exercises, muscles targeted, pros & cons, optimal volume, and more. This week we discuss the seated upright chest press machine. Follow us on Instagram @mc_muscle!Follow us on Instagram @mc_muscle!
In episode 221 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas wants to hear from the Metalcore community who the go-to guy is for Modern Metal now that Nik Nocturnal quit YouTube. This episode explores the importance of staying current with other genres of metal and examines Nik's farewell video. Can you help us? Let us know, metalheads!Nik Nocturnal Links;https://linktr.ee/niknocturnal 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/#metalcore #modernmetal #deathcore
Don't miss the latest heavy metal interviews on The Loaded Radio Podcast! This episode features Leigh Kakaty of Pop Evil discussing their new acoustic EP, "Unleaded," and the band's evolution, plus Steve Cobucci of Wolves At The Gate on their powerful new album, "Wasteland" (released May 30, 2025), faith, and the "Christian Metalcore" tag. Looking for the inside scoop on new releases and in-depth conversations with the artists shaping the metal scene? The Loaded Radio Podcast is your destination for the latest heavy metal interviews, and this week we're bringing you exclusive discussions with two prominent figures: Leigh Kakaty, frontman of the hard-hitting band Pop Evil, and Steve Cobucci, the voice and guitar behind the compelling metalcore of Wolves At The Gate. Both bands have just unleashed new music, and our podcast gives you a front-row seat to hear all about it directly from the artists themselves – no music tracks, just pure conversation.
Today we look back at the episodes that aired in the month of May. So you'll hear from from Ben Lumber and Jack Rogers from Acres, Carlos Alverez of Behölder, Johan Längqvist of Candlemass, Daniel Winter-Bates of Bury Tomorrow, Camille Contreras of Novelists, Robert Leht and Martin Randalu of Pridian, Johan Sébenne and Pierre Anouilh of Year Of No Light, and Steve Cobucci of Wolves At The Gate!DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comMusic:Acres - "Not So Different"Behölder - "A Pale Blood Sky"Candlemass - "Black Star"Bury Tomorrow - "Villain Arc"Novelists - "Say My Name"Pridian - "Cyanide Dream"Year Of No Light - "Interdit aux Vivants, aux Morts et aux Chiens"Wolves At The Gate - "Death Clock"
This week Kayle catches up with a band from down under he hasn't listened to in a good long while: Make Them Suffer with their self titled album!
Chapter 618 - "Give People Something Different" ...as read by Steve Cobucci of Wolves At The GateToday we welcome back to the podcast Wolves At The Gate guitarist Steve Cobucci! The news Wolves At The Gate record, Wasteland, is out this Friday on Solid State Records! Steve and I dive deep into Wasteland, talking about creating a concept record, the help of Josh Gilbert to push the band's sound, being inspired by newer bands, the visual elements that accompany the record, and a lot more! Steve's first time on the podcast can be found here!https://www.wolvesatthegate.com/DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 618 Music:Wolves At The Gate - "Parasite"Wolves At The Gate - "Death Clock"
Must-Hear Wage War STIGMA Interview with Cody Quistad on The Loaded Radio Podcast, Plus Underground Art Insights This week's Loaded Radio Podcast features an in-depth Wage War STIGMA interview with guitarist/vocalist Cody Quistad, who breaks down the band's 2024 album, songwriting, and sonic direction. The episode also showcases metal-inspired visual artist Cindy Jakoplic in our "Voices From The Underground" segment, discussing her powerful artwork. This latest episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast delivers a crucial Wage War STIGMA interview featuring none other than Wage War's guitarist and clean vocalist, Cody Quistad. He dives deep into the band's monumental 2024 album for Fearless Records, STIGMA, offering fans unparalleled insight. Complementing this, our "Voices From The Underground" segment welcomes the compelling visual artist Cindy Jakoplic, who shares the raw emotion behind her metal-inspired creations. Inside the Breakdown: Cody Quistad's Wage War STIGMA Interview For fans eager to understand the layers behind Wage War's latest offering, this Wage War STIGMA interview with Cody Quistad is essential listening. The Florida metalcore giants have consistently delivered a potent blend of thunderous breakdowns and melodic sensibilities, and STIGMA sees them pushing their creative boundaries further than ever. The Heart of STIGMA: Vulnerability and Raw Honesty "This record is about what we carry. It's not just aggression—it's vulnerability, it's identity, it's the things we try to hide,” Cody Quistad explained during his Wage War STIGMA interview on The Loaded Radio Podcast. This sentiment underscores the album's lyrical depth, explored in tracks like the aggressive "NAIL5" and the anthemic "Magnetic." Quistad emphasized that STIGMA is one of Wage War's most personal and sonically heaviest records to date, a theme consistently highlighted by listeners of this Wage War STIGMA interview. Sonic Evolution and Staying True A significant portion of the Wage War STIGMA interview focuses on the band's deliberate approach to evolving their sound without alienating their dedicated fanbase. "We don't want to write the same album over and over. But we also don't want to lose what made this band what it is,” Cody shared. Key discussion points include: Songwriting Mechanics: Insights into Wage War's creative process for STIGMA. Vocal Layering & Production: The techniques used to create the album's massive sound. Creative Risks: How Wage War embraced new elements in STIGMA. Touring & Connection: Maintaining their powerful live presence and fan engagement. This Wage War STIGMA interview confirms Cody Quistad's pivotal role in shaping the band's new era of melodic power and precision, marking STIGMA as a potential career-defining album. Cindy Jakoplic: The Visual Voice of Metal's Underground Also featured in this episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast is "Voices From The Underground," where we spotlight individuals making a significant impact in heavy music culture. This week, we feature heavy metal themed visual artist Cindy Jakoplic. Art Forged in Metal Cindy Jakoplic is a visual storyteller whose paintings powerfully capture the raw emotion, and sometimes the beautiful violence and vulnerability, often explored in extreme music. Her work has garnered praise for its dark, textural qualities and its honest depiction of themes like grief, power, and catharsis. In her interview, Cindy discusses: Drawing from personal experiences to fuel her art. How different facets of metal culture inspire her creative flow. The importance of the underground scene for artists like her to thrive authentically. Her perspective offers a fascinating glimpse into the symbiotic relationship between heavy music and visual art. Experience the Full Episode: From Stage to Canvas This installment of The Loaded Radio Podcast offers a rich experience, from the direct insights of a Wage War STIGMA interview to the profound artistic expressions of the underground. If you crave smart conversation, creative depth, and a full-throttle passion for metal in all its forms, this episode is essential. Stream the full episode below! Subscribe to The Loaded Radio Podcast on all major platforms. Listen anytime via the Loaded Radio app (iOS and Android) at LoadedRadio.com.
Claude und Christopher im Gespräch mit Aleks und Briegel. Wir sprechen über Gitarrenriffs beatboxen, die Jugend von heute, die Gleichzeitigkeit von vielen Dingen, Angst, die Statistikklausur nicht zu bestehen, Angst, nicht mehr lieb gehabt zu werden, Grüße an Anna, Poppunk und Rockabilly kam zuerst, kein Internet Zuhause haben, Myspace und ICQ, Paramore & eine Hayley-Williams-Psychose haben, Black Veil Brides, Merchandise wie vom Jahrmarkt, Bring me the Horizon-Shirt schockte Aleks Mutter, Shirts sind ominös verschwunden, The Distillers und Batmobile, kurze Ponys und Polkadots, Mr Music in Bonn, Hayley Williams postet Terror, Impericon, das Ave Maria singen, Keepers of the Faith ist das beste Album von Terror, Die Toten Hosen mit Vater hören, Die roten Rosen Weihnachtsalbum als Kind lieben, Bullet For My Valentine auf dem Handy, das krasseste, was man bis dahin gehört hat, 2000er Metalcore und Emo-Poppunk, Enter Shikari etc.; das Aufwachsen in Deutschland mit serbischem Pass; Emo-Punks am Kaiserbrunnen; Bernd das Brot; Sockenverkauf auf dem Metro Parkplatz; neumodischen Satanismus; Sober Mind For A Clean Living & Straight Edge; Side2Side Records; die Gründung und das Durchstarten von Passed Out; Tünnes Booking; Franzmann; Mike Grabs; Camping und Verbundenheit u.a. mit Wrecked Culture, Torch, Speedbump, Lifecrusher und XOXO; Dry Socket; Pest Control; Jivebomb & Scowl; Entomologie; die Gewerkschaft FAU; Utopien: Sozialismus und Anarchosyndikalismus, kollektives Organisieren als einziges Mittel zur gesellschaftlichen Bewegung; Streik im öffentlichen Nahverkehr; den Syndikalistischen Frauenbund und das Manifest der 30; Excuse Me, Who Are You?, Twilight, Interception, Her, Black Mirror, den YouTube Channel „Filmanalyse“ von Wolfgang M. Schmitt und vieles mehr.
(Friday 05/23/25)Amy King and Neil Saavedra Bill for Handel on the News. 6 passengers presumed dead in San Diego plane crash. US Senate votes to block California 2035 electric vehicle rule. Judge blocks Trump administration from attempting to dismantle the Department of Education. Harvard University barred from enrolling international students by Trump administration.
Season 5 Episode 15 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Sleeper Spotlight: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of an album, band, and/or song that may have gone under your radar, exploring the overall sound, instrumentals, vocals, etc. This week's Sleeper Spotlight is on the song "Off the Book" by the band, Out of Nowhere. Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help you meet your goals. This week, we discuss our experience running a 5k with no training and how intense weightlifting can prepare you for any event. Song of the Week: We select a new metalcore song each week to highlight/share with you all. This week's song of the week is "Progress" by Good TermsExercise of the Week: We select an exercise to highlight, describing the exercise, alternative exercises, muscles targeted, pros & cons, optimal volume, and more. This week we discuss the dumbbell hammer curl exercise. Follow us on Instagram @mc_muscle!
Losing a band member is one thing, but losing a member to a tragic death is an entirely another thing. We Came As Romans lost their singer, Kyle Pavone, in 2018 to what was ruled an accidental overdose. That's a hard task to overcome, but not for this band. We Came as Romans have overcome everything thrown at them, and not only did they survive, but they've strived. Founding member and singer (the band with Kyle had two singers), Dave Stephen,s joins us while waiting for a flight to go play a giant music festival to talk new music and what it's taken to overcome tragedy.
Chapter 616 - "Emotionally Loaded" ...as read by Robert Leht and Martin Randalu of PridianToday we welcome Robert and Martin from Estonian metal band Pridian to the podcast! Pridian released their Century Media debut, Venetian Dark, last Friday. The guys talk about the generational divides in Estonia, how the music scene is changing in Estonia, the history of the band, the themes behind Venetian Dark, trying to navigate their future on a bigger scale, and a lot more. https://pridianband.com/https://pridianmusic.bandcamp.com/DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 616 Music:Pridian - "Endless"Peidian - "Near Dark"Pridian - "Out For Blood"
Garza sits down in-person with Eddie Berg. Vocalist & violinist for the Swedish metalcore band IMMINENCE. New album "The Return of The Black" Out Now! https://imminenceswe.comSPONSORS:Garza Podcast Coffee - https://garzapodcastcoffee.comCHAPTERS:00:00 - Growing Up in Trelleborg, Sweden04:31 - Learning Violin09:19 - Self-Funding12:50 - Dreadlocks15:27 - Gateway Bands17:26 - Training Martial Arts23:10 - First Violin 25:38 - Reading Music27:45 - Playing Local w/ Orchestra32:04 - Harry Potter35:08 - Rig Rundown: Violin, Pickup & Pedalboard 42:37 - Writing47:08 - Finding Your Sound55:16 - Becoming Confident1:02:09 - Different Tunings1:04:38 - Tone: Violin Demonstration1:06:46 - Eddie & Garza Freestyle Jam #11:09:19 - Freestyle Jam #21:10:47 - God Fearing Man1:16:26 - Improv Breakdown Jam1:18:06 - Creativity1:27:20 - Rocky1:29:22 - Self-Recording1:31:18 - Video Production1:36:29 - Unlearning1:37:02 - The Violin Scream
Chapter 615 - "A Shared Emotion" ...as read by Camille Contreras of NovelistsToday we welcome Camille Contreras, vocalist for French metalcore band Novelists! The new Novelists album, Coda, is out today on Novemvrks Records! Camille talks about growing up in Marseille and discovering the local hardcore and punk scene, how joining Novelists helped evolve the band's sound, wanting to see more French band's embrace the French language in their music, the creation of the art for Coda, and more!https://www.novelists.store/homeDiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 615 Music:Novelists - "Coda"Novelists - "All For Nothing"Novelists - "Say My Name"
Years later, the boys finally talk about No Heroes by Converge. For realsies.
Chapter 614 - "Beauty In Tragedy" ...as read by Daniel Winter-Bates of Bury TomorrowToday we welcome Bury Tomorrow frontman Daniel Winter-Bates to the podcast! The new Bury Tomorrow record, Will You Haunt Me With That Same Patience, will be out this Friday on Sony and Music For Nations. Daniel talks about his methodical approach to improving as a vocalist and lyricist, signing with a major label, making music for the fans, and a lot more. https://www.bury-tomorrow.com/DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 614 Music:Bury Tomorrow - "What If I Burn"Bury Tomorrow - "Abandon Us"Bury Tomorrow - "Let Go"Bury Tomorrow - "Forever The Night"
Garza sits down in-person with Konan Hall & Josh Baines. Guitar players from Sheffield, UK metal band MALEVOLENCE. https://linktr.ee/malevolenceriffSPONSORS:Sweetwater - https://imp.i114863.net/rnrmVBDistroKid - https://distrokid.com/vip/garza 30% OFF!00:00 - Kemper & Quad Cortex01:52 - Starting Malevolence as Kids02:57 - Playthrough: First Song Pessimist09:15 - Buying First “Real” Guitar11:18 - Gear Broken by Airlines14:35 - Acoustic Show23:57 - Playthrough: Higher Place25:55 - Writing Higher Place32:19 - Navigating Fatherhood as a Musician41:22 - Beer Run41:48 - Keeping Same Lineup Since 201047:13 - Partying in the Early Days54:15 - Switching to Digital Amps & Cabs1:02:12 - Konan Builds Custom Music Gear (Konvikt Kustoms)1:13:10 - Performance: Keep Your Distance1:15:30 - Approach to Writing Songs1:23:25 - Riff: On Broken Glass1:27:11 - No Phones at Concerts1:32:18 - Josh's Custom Shop Ibanez Guitar Rundown1:36:21 - Active vs Passive Pickups1:39:05 - Konan's Jackson Soloist Guitar Rundown1:45:32 - Working with Josh Wilbur on New Album
Justine Jones Employed To Serve Interview: Justine sits down with Scott Penfold on the latest Loaded Radio Podcast to dive deep into the band's latest album Fallen Star, collaborating with Will Ramos of Lorna Shore, drawing inspiration from Scandinavian melodic death metal, and how she balances fronting a crushing metalcore band while running Church Road Records. Justine Jones opens up about the emotional and creative journey behind Fallen Star With their highly anticipated fifth studio album Fallen Star arriving back on April 25, 2025, Employed To Serve are ushering in a new era of modern metalcore—one that fuses melody, rage, and raw vulnerability in equal measure. Frontwoman Justine Jones joins Scott Penfold on this week's Loaded Radio Podcast to pull back the curtain on the emotional core of the new record and what fans can expect from this bold new chapter. In the conversation, Justine breaks down the band's stylistic evolution, citing influences like In Flames and Soilwork as guiding lights behind the album's more melodic and expansive sound. “We wanted to create something that felt bigger, more cinematic,” she says. “There's still heaviness—but it's in service of the emotion, not just brutality for brutality's sake.” 'Atonement' with Will Ramos brings fury and fun to the spotlight The podcast also digs into the band's lead single "Atonement", which features none other than Will Ramos of Lorna Shore on guest vocals. The track rips with intensity, and its Office-inspired music video has been making waves for its tongue-in-cheek take on workplace chaos. According to Justine, the idea for the video came from wanting to show a different side of the band. Recording one song at a time, and what it taught Justine about herself In a new approach for Fallen Star, Justine recorded her vocals one track at a time instead of tackling them all at once. The result? A more focused and emotionally connected performance across the board. “It helped me put everything I had into each individual song,” she explains. “That kind of care really brought the record to life.” Running Church Road Records while fronting one of the UK's heaviest bands Aside from her vocal duties, Justine also co-runs the fiercely independent Church Road Records with guitarist Sammy Urwin. The label has become a hub for some of the most exciting rising acts in heavy music. On the podcast, she talks about how that role complements her work in Employed To Serve and why keeping things DIY still matters in today's oversaturated industry. Touring, the future of the band, and staying grounded through chaos With a new UK headline tour on the horizon and buzz building around Fallen Star, Employed To Serve seem poised to take their place among the elite modern metal acts pushing the genre forward. But Justine remains refreshingly grounded: “We're always just trying to make the best music we can—if it connects with people, that's the real reward.” Bio Employed To Serve is a British metalcore band formed in 2011 in Woking, England, by vocalist Justine Jones and guitarist Sammy Urwin. Initially emerging from the underground scene with a raw, grindcore-influenced sound, the band has evolved to incorporate elements of hardcore punk, mathcore, and death metal. Their discography includes five studio albums: Greyer Than You Remember (2015), The Warmth of a Dying Sun (2017), Eternal Forward Motion (2019), Conquering (2021), and Fallen Star (2025). Known for their intense live performances and thought-provoking lyrics, Employed To Serve has been praised for crushing the modern metalcore scene while maintaining a DIY ethos.
Chapter 611 - "A Really Nice Stepping Stone" ...as read by AcresToday we welcome Ben Lumber and Jack Rogers from Acres to the podcast. The new Acres record, The Host, is out today on Solid State Records! The guys talk about their musical backgrounds, how they each ended up joining Acres, signing with Solid State Records, releasing a lot of music quickly, and more.https://solidstaterecords.store/collections/acresDiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 611 Music:Acres - "Bloodlust"Acres - "Leave You To Rot"Acres - "A Different Shade Of Misery"Acres - "Built To Bleed"
Today we look back at all the episodes released in April, featuring conversations with Lotta Ruutiainen of Luna Kills, Mark Goodwin of Sick Puppies, Johannes and Matthias Clemens from Warfield, Josh Barber of Idle Heirs, Evan Diprima of Moon Destroys, Lauren Babic, Alan Robert of Life Of Agony, Izzy from Glare, Tūranga Morgan-Edmonds of Alien Weaponry, Tony Piccoli of Imminent Sonic Destruction, and Cera Gibson!DiscordPatreonSubstackEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comMusic:Luna Kills - "Sugar Rush"Sick Puppies - "Going Places"Warfield - "Appetitive Aggression"Idle Heirs - "Pillow Talk"Moon Destroys - "The Nearness Of June"Lauren Babic - "Breathe You In"Vulvarine - "The Drugs, The Love, The Pain"Life Of Agony - "Lay Down"Glare - "Mourning Haze"Alien Weaponry - "Mau Moko"Imminent Sonic Destruction - "Floodgate 1"Cera Gibson - "I Found God"
Garza sits down in-person with Orange County metalcore band Bleeding Through. New Album “NINE” Out Now! https://instagram.com/bleedingthroughSPONSORS: Garza Podcast Coffee https://garzapodcastcoffee.comCHAPTERS:00:00 - Influenced & Touring w/ AFI04:23 - Listening To Non-Metal08:03 - Playing w/ Long Fingernails10:38 - Black Metal Inspired15:29 - Brandan Played in Hardcore Band18:00 - Artwork18:25 - Authentic Expression20:03 - Album Has Easter Eggs22:11 - Ryan Wombacher Needing Clean Break23:08 - Having Kids, Hiatus & Feeling Lost27:28 - Not Playing Mexico City w/ Megadeth31:35 - Inland Empire vs Orange County34:11 - Derek Couldn't Play Blast Beats42:42 - John Joining Band48:25 - Reflecting on Past & Current Self53:05 - Backing Tracks vs Actual Instruments57:23 - Not Being Approachable59:54 - Hosting Uranium (Fuse TV)1:07:05 - Downing Beers1:17:34 - Saying “No” & Building Own Things1:20:18 - Sonic Temple1:24:41 - Chris Barnes & Algorithm1:25:53 - Jamming Metallica on Walkman1:27:45 - Non-Metal Music1:29:07 - Whole Band Sings1:30:15 - Leaving A Stamp On MusicBLEEDING THROUGH isBrandan Shieppati - VocalsMarta Demmel - KeyboardBrandon Richter - GuitarJohn Arnold - GuitarDerek Youngsma - Drums
Chapter 604 - "Women Can Stand Up Against Anyone Else" ...as read by Lauren Babic Today we welcome Lauren Babic to the podcast! Lauren released her new solo ep, Too Much and Never Enough, back on March 28th. Lauren talks about her new publishing deal, trying to find her place in the Toronto metal scene, finding success on YouTube, how being a woman in the metal scene has evolved and still needs to change, the musical and lyrical ideas on Too Much and Never Enough, and more!https://www.laurenbabic.ca/https://laurenbabic.bandcamp.com/album/too-much-and-never-enoughhttps://www.youtube.com/@laurenbabichttps://asthestorygrows.substack.com/Discordhttps://www.patreon.com/c/asthestorygrowsEmail: asthestorygrows@gmail.comChapter 604 Music:Lauren Babic - "Sanctuary"Lauren Babic - "FTCU Cover"Lauren Babic - "Breathe You In"Red Handed Denial - "My Demise"Lauren Babic - "I'm Bored"
The SDR Show (Sex, Drugs, & Rock-n-Roll Show) w/Ralph Sutton & Big Jay Oakerson
Make Them Suffer singer Sean Harmanis joins Ralph Sutton and Dov Davidoff and they discuss growing up in Perth, Australia, figuring out how to tour on their own which usually led to disaster, other metalcore bands that were influencial, the creation of Make Them Suffer, the catharsis associated with heavy rock music, performing in China and how it was almost a nightmare, the new self-titled album Make Them Suffer and the success of incorporating Alex Reade, the origin behind the band nicknames, deciding whether or not to end the band after losing their keyboardist, the first time the band name Make Them Suffer was actually mentioned in a song, a game of Aussie Slang where they see if Dov or Sean Harmanis can guess what the Australian slang words mean, Sean Harmanis' first concert, first drug and first sexual experience and so much more!(Air Date: March 15th, 2025)To advertise your product or service on GaS Digital podcasts please go to TheADSide.com and click on "Advertisers" for more information!You can watch The SDR Show LIVE for FREE every Wednesday and Saturday at 9pm ET at GaSDigitalNetwork.com/LIVEOnce you're there you can sign up at GaSDigitalNetwork.com with promo code: SDR for discount on your subscription which will give you access to every SDR show ever recorded! On top of that you'll also have the same access to ALL the shows that GaS Digital Network has to offer!Follow the whole show on social media!Make Them SufferTwitter: https://twitter.com/MakeThemSufferInstagram: https://instagram.com/MakeThemSufferRalph SuttonTwitter: https://twitter.com/iamralphsuttonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamralphsutton/Dov DavidoffTwitter: https://twitter.com/DovDavidoffInstagram: https://instagram.com/DovDavidoffShannon LeeTwitter: https://twitter.com/IMShannonLeeInstagram: https://instagram.com/ShannonLee6982The SDR ShowTwitter: https://twitter.com/theSDRshowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesdrshow/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.