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Welcome to Minds Of Metal - we are Daria and Laz! Laz is a professional bass player and, having been brought up on Heavy Metal and Hard Rock, has been a Metalhead for most of his life! Daria is a professional singer and vocal coach who has fallen in love with the genre after a 6 year marriage with Laz incessantly playing Heavy Metal daily! Together, this husband and wife team will talk all things Heavy Metal - bringing to you an array of Metal topics covering a variety of bands, sub-genres a ...
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Avenged Sevenfold - Nobody | Song Analysis & Detailed Breakdown
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Laz analyses and dissects Avenged Sevenfold’s brand new single “Nobody” from the upcoming album ‘Life Is But A Dream…’ You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Avenged Sevenfold - Nobody | New Single Review & New Album Details
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Avenged Sevenfold are back! With a cryptic countdown, a look back through their career and a brand new single, we are introduced to their new album: ‘Life Is But A Dream…’ - due for release on 2nd June 2023! First up we analyse and discuss the brand new single, “Nobody”! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_Tz…
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Periphery V: Djent Is Not A Genre | Album Review
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Periphery return with their highly anticipated new album: ‘Periphery V: Djent Is Not A Genre’. We review their newest record and see how it holds up compared to their previous work. You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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‘If Darkness Had A Son’ - Metallica’s NEW Single | Reaction, Thoughts & Analysis
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Metallica are back with another new single from their upcoming album, ‘72 Seasons’. Daria and Laz dig into the track and discuss what they like and don’t like. You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Thrash Redefined? | ‘Arise’ by Sepultura - Full Album Review
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In this Classic Album Review, we take a look at Sepultura’s legendary 1991 album, ‘Arise’, which brought them success, fame and world renown - earning them coverage through the likes of NME and MTV. Daria and Laz look into the fantastic blend of styles that they combined to give us this classic album! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.y…
In this Metal Chronicles episode, Daria and Laz breakdown and analyse the beginning of the Metalcore sub-genre. Identifying the key players in its inception and how two seemingly different scenes came together to give us one of Metal’s most prominent styles. You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuw…
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‘Foregone’ - In Flames (2023) | New Album Review
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In Flames have released their best album in decades. Loved and praise by critics and fans alike, we break down ‘Foregone’ - the latest instalment from the Swedish Death Metallers! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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A Metal Profile | The crazy life of Ozzy Osbourne!
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In this Metal Profile, we take a look into the life and career of the Prince Of Darkness himself - Mr Ozzy Osbourne! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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NEW Periphery - "Wildfire" & "Zagreus" REVIEW!
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Periphery are back with two new singles - “Wildfire” & “Zagreus” - from their upcoming album: ‘Periphery V: Djent Is Not A Genre’. We analyse, review and react to these new songs from the Progressive Metal Djent giants! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuw…
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Opeth's 'Ghost Reveries' (2005) - Full Album Review of a Prog Metal Masterpiece!
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In a new Modern Metal Review, Daria and Laz analyse Opeth’s ‘Ghost Reveries’ and take a deep dive into the Death Metal, Progressiveness and Rock-y aspects of the landmark album from Mikael Akerfeldt and co! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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"Screaming Suicide" by Metallica | Analysis and Review
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Daria and Laz discuss and analyse the new Metallica single, “Screaming Suicide”! They talk about the music and what direction the album seems to be heading in as well as the lyrical content of the song. You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Rainbow's 'Rising' (1976) - Full Album Review of this Metal classic!
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In another Classic Albums Review, Daria & Laz delve deep into Rainbow’s second album, ‘Rising’. This album would prove to other bands that Metal could be different from what they were used to in the mid-70s and, arguably, was one of the first Power Metal albums - incorporating keyboards, fantastical lyrics, powerful choruses and classically inspire…
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NEW Sleep Token songs - Reaction and Analysis!
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Daria and Laz react to & analyses 2 new songs from British band Sleep Token. “The Summoning” and “Chokehold” present an incredibly unique use of Heavy Metal in amongst other styles and genres. Daria and Laz also discuss what impact this has on Metal and what Sleep Token’s music can hold for the future of the genre. You can also watch us on YouTube:…
In the first video of 2023, Daria and Laz take a look at some of the exciting releases due this year! We have old bands as well as new bands and some releases we’ve been waiting for for a long time! Check out GTHIC: https://gthic.com?aff=354 and use our discount code MINDSOFMETAL20 for 20% OFF! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.…
Daria and Laz reveal their Album Of The Year for 2022! 5. Amon Amarth - The Great Heathen Army 4. Parkway Drive - Darker Still 3. Slipknot - The End, So Far 2. Machine Head - Of Kingdom & Crown 1. KORN - REQUIEM 🔥 They dive deep into the music to discuss and analyse the intricacies of this incredible release. You can also watch us on YouTube: https…
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Best Albums Of 2022 | 2. Machine Head - 'Of Kingdom And Crown'
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In anticipation for the Minds Of Metal ‘Album Of The Year’ for 2022, Laz counts down albums 5 to 2 for the year! Album Number 2 is Machine Head's 'Of Kingdom And Crown'! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Metal Debate: Is this the first ever Metal song?
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In the first ever Metal Debate, Daria and Laz go to the roots of Metal and debate whether Johnny Burnette’s ‘The Train Kept A Rollin’’ was the world’s first Heavy Metal song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkZhJJ8sPmw You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuw…
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Hellfest 2023 Annoucement! WHAT A LINEUP!
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The Hellfest 2023 lineup has been announced! One of the most famous Rock and Metal festivals hits us with a fantastic bunch of bands. We take a look through the list, discuss, dissect and analyse! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Best Albums Of 2022 | 3. Slipknot - 'The End, So Far'
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In anticipation for the Minds Of Metal ‘Album Of The Year’ for 2022, Laz counts down albums 5 to 2 for the year! Album Number 3 is Slipknot’s ‘The End, So Far’! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Best Albums Of 2022 | 4. Parkway Drive - 'Darker Still'
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In anticipation for the Minds Of Metal ‘Album Of The Year’ for 2022, Laz counts down albums 5 to 2 for the year! Album Number 4 is Parkway Drive’s ‘Darker Still’! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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We analyse Lux Æterna - Metallica's NEW single!
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Metallica are back! With a new single, a new album announcement and a world tour, they present to the world: Lux Æterna! Daria and Laz analyse and dig into the new Metallica single. You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Album Review: 'Hypnotize' by System Of A Down (2005)
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In the first instalment of our Modern Metal Reviews, Daria & Laz tackle one of their favourite albums from one of their favourite bands - Hypnotize by System Of A Down. Melodic guitar lines, political lyrics and contrasting vocal tones make up some of the points discussed for this episode! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c…
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Breaking News: Metallica’s New Single, Album & Tour!
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In some breaking Metal News - Metallica have released a new single along with a new album announcement and a world tour! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Best Albums Of 2022 | 5. Amon Amarth - 'The Great Heathen Army'
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In anticipation for the Minds Of Metal ‘Album Of The Year’ for 2022, Laz counts down albums 5 to 2 for the year! Album Number 5 is Amon Amarth’s ‘The Great Heathen Army’! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
Today Daria is bringing you the first of many new videos called 'A Metal Profile', where we will talk about metal individuals and their careers. First up is Myles Kennedy, lead singer and guitarist of Alter Bridge, who also tours with Slash & The Conspirators and has his own solo project. You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ch…
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Our Thoughts On Netflix's 2022 Movie: 'Metal Lords'
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Today we discuss the 2022 movie 'Metal Lords' and what it got right in the representation of Heavy Metal music! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Disscussing & Dissecting the 2023 Grammy Metal Nominees
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Today we have some metal news for you! We dissect and discuss the nominees for the 2023 Grammy Awards’ Best Metal Performance. You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Early Iron Maiden: Pushing boundaries, Paul Di'Anno and Punk Metal
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In this Metal Chronicles episode, we look at the formative years of Iron Maiden! 5 years after their formation, Iron Maiden released their first album and, in line with the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal movement, introduced themselves to the world in incredible fashion. With elements of Punk, Prog Rock & Glam Metal and the exquisite Paul Di’Anno …
The Download 2023 lineup has been announced! The UK’s premier Rock and Metal festival hits us with a decent bunch of band. Daria and Laz take a look through the list, discuss, dissect and analyse! You can also watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7mfJVCp_TzbPNZNMMemJuwBy Daria Babintceva & Lazarus Michaelides
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Black Sabbath's 'Paranoid': The Dawn Of Metal
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Classic Album Reviews: 'Paranoid' by Black Sabbath (1970) Black Sabbath followed up their dark, bluesy debut album with a record that would change music forever. ‘Paranoid’ was the first out and out Heavy Metal album and cemented Black Sabbath as the masters and innovators of this new genre. Combining heavy music, dark lyrics, dissonant sounds and …
Welcome to Minds Of Metal! We are Daria and Laz! Laz is a professional bass player and, having been brought up on Hard Rock and Metal, has been a Metalhead for most of his life! Daria is a professional singer and vocal coach who has fallen in love with the genre after a 6 year marriage with Laz incessantly playing Heavy Metal daily! Together, this …
