This episode we welcome back the incomparable Keith D to talk about his new Dragons of Krull and Panda Kingdom albums! He also gives us an update on the next Unearthed Elf record. We discuss his writing and recording process, where his deep love for Krull came from, what he learned from the mastering genius Maor Appelbaum and how a trip to the dentist led to the discovery of an enchanted realm of metal.
Read MoreThis episode we cover the latest metal news and new releases, then reveal what we’ve been listening to lately. Plus, our Top 5 Back-to-Back Albums by Metal Bands and a conversation on gardening and pest control?! Ants. Aphids. Tomatoes. Pumpkins. Japanese beetles. Praying Mantises. Woodchucks. Metal.
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Prepare your ears for the auditory assault of episode 139: The Top 25 Metal Albums of 2023 Midyear! Featuring a guest appearance by our buddy, Justin. Lists! Libations! Laughs!
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This episode we are joined by Sami Sati and Tanner Swenson of Oak Pantheon. We start off with an interview and much hilarity ensues. George announces your opportunity to become fashion outcasts, before moving on to the usual traditions of T-Shirt and Beer Check, News, New Release and What We Are Listening To. We reveal the final results of the last Metal Thunderdome before moving on to Matt's Thunderdome opponents: Carcass' Swansong vs Celtic Frost's Cold Lake. Sami and Tanner, clearly suffering from Stockholm Syndrome, choose to stay for the entire episode.
Read MoreThis episode we preview the 2023 Decibel Metal and Beer Fest in Philly with our friends Stacy Ciccone and Justin Riley! We discuss what bands we're most excited to see, sift through the mighty beer list and talk about how the metal community is mostly fluffy puppies and kitties. We also dig into News, New Releases and What We've Been Listening to. Plus, our Top 5 Death Metal Bands that Have Debuted Since 2015.
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This episode we got to hang out with THREE metal guests! Chris Danacek (SKÁLA, Infera Bruo), Karl Chamberlain (SKÁLA, Alcyone) and Galen Baudhuin (Street Tombs, Aridus, Infera Bruo) joined us to discuss their current and upcoming projects. Chris shares his thoughts on the cathartic writing and recording process for his SKÁLA album, we get the low down on the "permanent hiatus" of Infera Bruo, Galen takes us inside his new one-man project Aridus, and Karl declares that no character will ever survive in his lyrics. After the interview, Karl and Galen stick around to talk news, new releases and what we've been listening to. Plus, Markisan dusts off two great solo records by Bruce Dickinson and Rob Halford, and makes them battle it out in a fun Metal Thunderdome. AND we feature the return of full songs to the podcast, including tracks from SKÁLA, Street Tombs and the exclusive, world premiere of the first Alcyone single, "Ensconcing Sorcery."
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This episode we were down a couple men, but we carried on and crossed the finish line nearly three hours later. George receives the gift of beer, Matt receives an infamous first in D.C., and per usual we cover the News, New Releases and What We Are Listening To. For our Top 5 we count down our favorite deceased artists we are glad we saw live.
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Our first episode of 2023 features honorary Metalheads member, Trevor Portz of Ashen Horde and Abhoria! He chats with us about Ashen Horde's acclaimed new album, Antimony, signing with Transcending Obscurity Records, the strangeness of releasing music years after he's completed it, the ongoing saga of his prog metal album and how he finds the energy to do so many activities with his wife. After the interview we dig into News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. We also count down the Top 5 Metal Albums We're Looking Forward to in 2023 and pay tribute to Jeff Beck. Plus, our thoughts on the vinyl sale slowdown, Dokken trivia with Jay and Markisan reveals a secret that makes George's heart flutter.
Read MoreYippee-ki-yay! It's here! The Metalheads Podcast Top 25 Metal Albums of 2022! Featuring James Lewis of Decibel Magazine! We got together, had a few laughs, drank some beers and counted down our favorite extreme records of the year. So, grab a machine gun and make fists with your toes on the carpet because you're about to be trapped in the Metalheads Plaza for 5+ hours. Welcome to the party, pal.
Read MoreIn this uncharacteristically short episode, Will returns to the cast cancer-free and with a renewed distaste for the Black Album. In lightning-quick fashion we make short work of the News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. We announce the winner of last episode’s Metal Thunderdome and with tongue firmly planted in cheek we plow through our Top 5 Complaints About Decibel’s Year-End List. Make sure to stock up on your own top complaints, because our Top 25 Albums of 2022 will be coming in December.
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