Metalheads Podcast Episode 154: Unapologetically Satanic

This episode we talk with writer, editor and avid Metalheads Podcast listener, Holly Interlandi, about writing Gene Simmons' Dominatrix and her Last Song comic books, her time as editor on Famous Monsters of Filmland, and how she got into heavy music. Holly also reveals the 3 Albums that Would Help People Get to Know Her Better, then helps us break down the latest in Metal News, New Releases and What We've Been Listening To. Plus, Picks from the Crypt and Top 5 Bands We Want to Play at Decibel Metal & Beer Fest Philly.

pod6George WashburnNovember 18, 2024Comment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 153: Hold My Hairspray

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.

pod6, Metal Heads PodcastGeorge WashburnOctober 1, 2024Comment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 152: Blue-Haired Kid featuring Jason Roberts of BREATHS

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.

Metal Heads Podcast, pod6George WashburnAugust 1, 2024BREATHSComment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 151: 2024 Midyear Top 25

Half of 2024 may be extinct, but the Metalheads Podcast has carefully preserved the best metal artifacts from the 1st six months in our Top 25 Metal Albums at Midyear! Discover our favorite heavy records of the year so far in this 5+ hour countdown episode of archeological metal wonder, filled with unique excavations, glorious gems and exploratory merriment. Featuring the historic return of Matt as Brew Metal Will!

pod6George WashburnJuly 8, 2024Best of, Best of 2024Comment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 150: TEN YEARS!

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!

pod6, Metal Heads PodcastGeorge WashburnMay 31, 202410th Anniversary, 10 yearsComment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 149: Metalheads Podcast Episode #149: The Equal Opportunity Pizza Eater featuring David Gregor of Morta Skuld

This episode we are joined again by David Gregor of Marta Skuld. David talks about the latest album, Creation Undone, the band’s tour in South America, Alice Cooper, and his love of pizza (as well as what make acceptable toppings.) We also talk about the recent Decibel Metal & Beer Fest in Philadelphia, and we learn about the origin story for TR’s newest nickname, The Linchpin. And of course all the usual segments: News, New Releases, What We Are Listening To, T-Shirt and Beer Check and finally, Picks from the Crypt.

Metal Heads Podcast, pod6George WashburnApril 29, 2024Morta SkuldComment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 148: All the Deep Dark Secrets featuring Alyssa Maucere of Lord Dying

This episode we welcome Lord Dying bass player and tattoo artist Alyssa Maucere to the podcast. Alyssa chats with us about joining Lord Dying, what it was like to work on the band's new album, Clandestine Transcendence, and developing her punk rock bass sound. She also gives us a peak into her life as an illustrator and tattoo artist, talks about creating her solo metal project, Grigax, and reveals what life is like in the "heavy metal retirement" community of Portland. After the interview, Alyssa shares what 3 albums would help people better understand her as a person and sticks around for a super fun count down of our Top 5 Judas Priest Album Covers. Plus, listener poll results from last episode's Metal Thunderdome, what we've been listening to, the latest in metal news and new releases, and Picks from the Crypt!

Metal Heads Podcast, pod6George WashburnMarch 28, 2024Lord DyingComment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 147: Instant Gratification featuring Trevor Portz of Abhoria & Ashen Horde

Trevor Portz returns to the cast for a record 7th time to talk about Abhoria's sophmore album! He reminisces about nearly freezing his hands off during a video shoot in the mountains, predicts his sad fate in an apocalypse and announces the amazing new vocalist for Ashen Horde! After the interview, Trevor helps us break down the latest in metal news, and we chat about new releases and what we’ve been listening to. Plus, a discussion on AI art, Picks From the Crypt and a Metal Thunderdome kerfuffle between Anthrax - Among the Living and Overkill - Taking Over.

pod6George WashburnFebruary 29, 2024Abhoria, Ashen HordeComment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 146: featuring Rannoch

We start 2024 off hot with Ian Gillings of Rannoch! We talked to him about the big success of the band's 2023 album Conflagrations (including a No. 12 spot on the Metalheads Podcast Top 25), how his music is influenced by acclaimed comic book writer Alan Moore, what it's like to produce his own records and why he longs for the complete destruction of his early band demos. After the interview, we throw back a few more beers with Ian and discuss metal news, new releases and what we've been listening to. Plus, we unearth some gems for Pick From the Crypt and count down our Top 5 Most Anticipated Metal Albums of 2024!

pod6George WashburnJanuary 30, 2024RannochComment

Metalheads Podcast Episode 145: Top 25 Metal Albums of 2023

The most magical time of the year has arrived. The Metalheads Podcast Top 25 Metal Albums of 2023 is here! We've secretly wrapped the very best extreme metal albums and piled them high under the tree just for you. So, wipe the sleep crusties from your eyes, pour yourself a yuletide beverage and nestle into your favorite battle snuggie, because you've got 5 hours of joyous unwrapping to do. Happy Holidays!

pod6George WashburnDecember 21, 2023Best of, Best of 2023Comment