We've passed the halfway mark for 2026, so we had to start this episode with a discussion on the year in metal so far. We give our overall thoughts on heavy music at the midpoint, then share a few albums that have moved us, surprised us or staked a claim on our lists. We also break down new albums by Dead Kosmonaut, Einherjer and Warning, drop some gems in What We’re Listening To and dig up some rusty metal trinkets for Picks From the Crypt. Plus, Matt leads the Wheel of Pain segment, Battle Vest Builder. We talk about our processes for building vests, improving existing ones and sharing how we might bedazzle our drip in the future.
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A new era of the Metalheads Podcast begins! We introduce an exciting structure for the show that includes streamlined discussions of New Releases, What We’re Listening To and Pick From the Crypt. After tackling those familiar segments we unveil THE WHEEL OF PAIN! At the end of each show we’ll take turns spinning a virtual wheel with 30 unique discussion topics. The spinner will then lead the segment selected in the next show! For this inaugural Wheel of Pain, we pre-selected the segment, Behind the Curtain. Led by Jay, we discussed the legacy and impact of legendary producer Martin Birch. Plus, George and Will recap their time at Maryland Death Fest and we spin the wheel live for the first time. Find out WHAT our next segment will be and WHO will run it!
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We're back with a special two-hour hang with some of our favorite guests, Temple of Void! Will was on location with the full band in a secret metal dungeon to discuss their crushing new album, The Crawl. Mike, Alex, Jason and Justin talk about the process for writing songs that are redefining their music beyond death doom. Plus, unexpected love for the 90s riffs of Bush, why boxing is truly the sweet science, what D&D character classes best represent the band, the need for exceptional dexterity when shooting music videos and... the power of haiku? All this and more awaits you, brave adventurer, in Episode #166: Dungeon Masters featuring Temple of Void.
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The 2026 seal shatters with an aerodynamic new episode of the Metalheads Podcast! We start with a discussion about New Releases, highlighted by some long and lively takes on the new Kreator and Megadeth albums, then we share What We’re Listening To and Picks from the Crypt. After the sarcophagus closes, John reveals the top 2025 honors based on stats from our big year-end show. Find out who took home the Frenemies Award, the Get a Room Award, the Clairvoyant Award, The America Fuck Yeah Award, the World Traveler Award, the Jay Award and the coveted Wilson Award. Plus, George makes a promise of podcast changes to come...
Read MoreIn the penultimate 2025 episode, our friend Justin Riley joins us to discuss metal news and evaluate a mighty list of new releases, including albums from Coroner, Evoken, An Abstract Illusion, Hooded Menace, Tombs, Wode, Testament and more. Plus, What We're Listening To, Picks From the Crypt, epic homework failures and an elemental monster battle of final albums, as Celtic Frost "Monotheist" locks horns with Bolt Thrower "Those Once Loyal" in a Thunderdome clash for the ages.
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This episode we welcome back Dennis Mikula of Ghost Bath! We talk about the creation of his band's new album, Rose Thorn Necklace, how he started his vaporwave label, Geometric Lullaby, why sad depressing music soothes him, and how his obsession for writing songs can sometimes be a health risk. Dennis also helps us break down Metal News, New Releases, What We’re Listening to and Picks from the Crypt. Plus, for the first time on the podcast, two live albums get locked in the Metal Thunderdome, courtesy of Jay.
Read MoreDashing through the snow
Six metalheads ready to slay
O'er the mics we go
Laughing all the way
Sounds of metal ring
Making spirits bright
What fun it is to drink and sing
Our Top 25 lists tonight!
We're back at last! No guest this episode, just your favorite six hosts talking Metal News, New Releases, What We've Been Listening To and Picks from the Crypt. Plus, John recaps his time at ProgPower USA XXIII, Will locks us in a new Metal Thunderdome with Primordial and Behemoth, and we wax poetic about Winger.
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Jason Roberts joins the podcast to chat about writing and recording his new BREATHS album, navigating several band implosions and starting his new post-doom sludge band, Violescent. He also shares his varied rock and metal influences over the years, and talks about what it was like to play shows with Slipknot when he was a teenager in the nu-metal band, Eighth Ground. After the interview, Jason reveals what 3 albums would help people better understand him as a person, then he sticks around to talk Metal News, New Releases and What We've Been Listening To. Plus, John breaks down all the vital stats from our Midyear Top 25 Album lists, we unveil listener poll results from our Horrendous Vs. Tomb Mold Metal Thunderdome, present our Picks from the Crypt and count down our Top 5 Bands We Wish Would Release New Music.
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We celebrate a decade of podcasting, brotherhood, community and metal with a special anniversary blowout episode! We kick off the show by asking ask George 10 questions about the origins of the Metalheads, reveal our podcast origin stories and share what the hell we were all up to 10 years ago. We also reminisce about our favorite cast moments, give our predictions for the next 10 years in metal and count down our Top 10 Metal Albums of 2014! Plus, we share all the voice messages we received from YOU, our amazing listeners. 10 years. 150 episodes. What a journey it's been. Thank you to everyone out there who’s listened to us talk about all things heavy for 1 episode or 149. This show was created to bring people together through the majesty of metal. So, hoist up a potent brew and come celebrate this podcasting milestone with us, Metalheads!
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