Best Metal Nerdery Podcasts (2024)

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#256 1991 METAL and THRASH Albums 1:37:54

5h ago1:37:54

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1991 was a year unlike any other. KFC changed their name to avoid paying royalties to the “trademarked” commonwealth for which they were named (whereas K-Y Jelly could not be reached for comment), Terminator 2: Judgment Day was blowing up the box office as the number one movie in America, the first ever “world wide web” website was introduced to th…

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Ep. 153 - Heavy Metal and The Murder of Monica Bearle 1:04:33

3h ago1:04:33

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Take a ride...ride...ride...ride...ride with Zig as he talks about Heavy Metal, the magazine and the movie it inspired. Then Geoffrey tells another tragic tale with the murder of Monica Bearle For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Support the …

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Ep. 154 Acid House Part 1 and The Murders of Dean and Tina Clouse 1:22:36

8h ago1:22:36

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In this week's episode of Nerdery and Murdery Zig starts us off on a journey through Acid House music. Then Geoffrey tells the story of a murder where the identity of the victims went on for decades with the murders of Dean and Tina Clouse. Have a great Nerd and Murd week! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery…

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David Bowie – Blackstar 36:57

2d ago36:57

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Bowie’s final studio album left us all a bit speechless when it came out back in 2016, just a few days before his passing. Join us as we regroup and take a closer listen to the record and discuss its impact. There’s a blackstar shinning in the night sky, as the Summer of Don David Bowie – Blackstar Nadine Shah – Filthy Underneath Kneecap – Fine Art…

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Ep 226: A Conversation with Christian McAlhaney of Anberlin 45:07

2h ago45:07

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In episode 226 of the podcast, we’re joined by Christian McAlhaney, rhythm guitarist of Anberlin. We chat about the band’s recent comeback, their vocalist and front person Stephen Christian taking a touring hiatus, leading to Matty Mullins joining the band as their touring vocalist. We also dig into their upcoming full length, ‘Vega’, out August 2,…

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#255 KERRY KING - FROM HELL I RISE Album Dive 1:22:37

2d ago1:22:37

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May 17, 2024, marks the day that KERRY KING released the diabolically brutal debut, FROM HELL I RISE, forging a new chapter in thrash metal. And before you get all “skeptical” about it and start in with some snide remark like “Oh, this is just diet Slayer…”, understand that this is definitely NOT Slayer (although, it kinda is…even though it’s “alle…

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Ep 225: A Conversation with Matt and Joe of Set Your Goals (a Mutiny! Retrospective) 1:02:30

10d ago1:02:30

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In episode 225 of the podcast, we’re joined by Matt Wilson (Vocals) and Joe Saucedo (Bass) of Set Your Goals to talk nearly 20 years of their classic album, Mutiny! We dig into their start as a band 20 years ago, their immediate hype in the mid 2000s, signing to Eulogy, and then dig into Mutiny! (Writing of, the theme of the record, touring off the…

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Ep. 152 - Fresh Fields and The Moors Murders 1:01:50

6d ago1:01:50

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In this week's episode does Geoffrey even know what Zig is talking about with Fresh Fields? Does Geoffrey remember if he covered the Moors Murders or not? Guess you better listen to find out. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Support the S…

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#254 - M.O.D. (METHOD OF DESTRUCTION) INSIDE THE METAL 1:22:11

9d ago1:22:11

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Not only is BILLY MILANO a blessing and “a bold, courageous man”, he’s also the mastermind behind M.O.D. (METHOD OF DESTRUCTION), the crossover thrash patriots that emerged following the end of S.O.D. with a similar sense of politically incorrect humor, biting social commentary, and a more hardcore infused thrash sound than S.O.D. (Stormtroopers of…

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Bruce Springsteen – Born in the USA 36:30

14d ago36:30

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Springsteen’s landmark 1984 album Born in the USA has become an iconic piece of American culture. The album art and long series of hits were hard to escape in the mid-80s and still play a part in modern day society. Join us as we discuss the album and some other things we’ve been digging on. Turn on the grill and break out the SPF – the Summer of D…

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Ep 224: The Mailbag Returns! 53:40

21d ago53:40

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In episode 224 of the podcast, we’re back reading questions from you, the listener! What was your first favorite song? Your go to jam at karaoke? The band you wished you had seen live while they were active? We answer these, and much more this week. Thanks to everyone who submitted a question, we truly appreciate it! Podcast Theme performed by Traw…

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Ep. 151 - Galoob Toys and The Disappearance of Michelle Harris 54:52

13d ago54:52

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In yet another spectacular episode of Nerdery and Murdery, Zig takes us on a journey discussing Galoob toys. Then stay tuned as Geoffrey talks about the case of the disappearance of Michelle Harris. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Suppor…

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#253 QUEENSRYCHE OPERATION: MINDCRIME - Album Dive 1:16:30

17d ago1:16:30

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May 3, 1988, may just be the biggest, red-letter, landmark date in all of progressive metal, as it marks the release of QUEENSRYCHE’s 3rd studio album OPERATION: MINDCRIME, one of the finest concept albums in all of metal. It’s very much a “Pink Floyd meets heavy metal” style and vibe, and is quite a departure from their two previous albums (The Wa…

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Stevie Wonder – Innervisions 34:52

21d ago34:52

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Stevie Wonder had a pretty amazing stretch of albums during the early 1970s. One of our favorites from the period is 1973’s Innervisions. We talked about it a bit a few years ago, but the Summer of Don has given us a chance to talk about it a bit more. Stevie Wonder – Innervisions Caroline Shaw – Rectangles and Circumstances Ulcerate – Cutting the …

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Ep 223: A Conversation with Dan and Alan of Four Year Strong 56:35

21d ago56:35

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In episode 223 of the podcast, we’re joined by Alan Day and Dan O’Connor of Four Year Strong. We talk their longevity as a band, their current tour with A Day To Remember and The Story So Far, and then dig into the creation of their new record, ‘analysis paralysis’, out August 9, 2024 on Pure Noise Records. Exciting times for Four Year Strong, and …

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Ep. 150 - WIFE SWAP!!! Three MORE Little Known SciFi shows and The Bosnian Massacre 1:17:54

20d ago1:17:54

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Happy Nerd and Murd to all of you out there! Join in the fun with another wife swap. Geoffrey gives his picks for some more little known SciFi shows you should be watching while Zig tells the terrible tale of the Bosnian Massacre. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterh…

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#252 AC/DC FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK - Album Dive 1:23:42

24d ago1:23:42

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Summary: AC/DC’s follow-up to Back In Black, 1981’s FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK (WE SALUTE YOU), seems to have a heavier, darker, and doomier vibe than its legendary, multi-platinum predecessor. FTATR (WSY) is all about dynamics, as Robert John “Mutt” Lange’s production masterfully blends the sounds of Highway To Hell & Back In Black with just a touch …

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Pearl Jam – Ten 37:40

28d ago37:40

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Pearl Jam’s debut record became an iconic part of the alternative rock (yes, grunge) movement of the early 1990s. Their anthemic hooks, flashy guitars and emotive vocals made them fan and media favorites. Join us as we look back on the album, the era and how it all holds up after three decades. The Summer of Don shines on! Pearl Jam – Ten Joey Vale…

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Ep 222: 20 Years of Jimmy Eat World - Futures 59:38

28d ago59:38

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In episode 222 of the podcast, the three of us discuss a record ingrained in the fabric of Podioslave - Jimmy Eat World’s ‘Futures’. We dig into our early memories of both the record and the band, chat about some of our favorite things surrounding it, and then do a track by track breakdown of this pop/emo classic. Jimmy Eat World are one of, and co…

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Ep. 149 - Three Little Known SciFi Series and The Murder of Celeste Manno 56:53

1M ago56:53

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Here are your highs and lows, ups and downs, and Nerd and Murd for your week. Zig tells us about three little known SciFi series that we should give a watch while Geoffrey dives into the story of a woman's stalker that led to murder. Have a great Nerd and Murd week! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10…

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#251 Side 2 - DEATH MATCH - MASTER OF PUPPETS vs REIGN IN BLOOD 1:28:23

1M ago1:28:23

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We’ve already tackled Side One of our ’86 HEAD-TO-HEAD DEATH MATCH featuring MOP & RIB (“Puppets & Blood”), and now it’s time to go through Side Two in order to reach our final verdict. As usual, there were difficult decisions to be made, and the deliberation was not easy, but we did it, and the only thing we can really say that will make any sense…

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Sade – Diamond Life

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Sade’s debut record Diamond Life stood out from the rest of the 1984 musical landscape in the US and UK. Join us for a discussion on the landmark album as well as some other records we’ve been enjoying. The Summer of Don rolls on. Sade – Diamond Life La Luz – News of the Universe Aespa – Armageddon – The 1st Album Nathy Peluso – Grasa Big Head Todd…

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Ep 221: A Conversation with Jay Maas (Love Letter, Producer, Defeater) 1:03:05

1M ago1:03:05

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In episode 221 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jay Maas, guitarist of Love Letter, as well as founding member of Defeater, and prolific music producer. We dig into the new Love Letter LP, ‘Everyone Wants Something Beautiful’, out June 28, 2024 on Iodine Recordings. Jay gives us the details of how the project came to be, the writing of the record, a…

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Ep. 148 - Twin City Sound Part 2 and The Disappearance of Molly Dattilo 1:02:51

1M ago1:02:51

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It's another Nerd and Murd episode!!! Join in as Zig covers part 2 of the Twin City Sound. Then stay put as Geoffrey tells the story of the disappearance of a young woman! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Support the Show.…

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#250 DEATH MATCH - MASTER OF PUPPETS vs REIGN IN BLOOD 1:52:07

2M ago1:52:07

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For those who haven’t been following the bouncing ball(s), we’ve been discussing the ’86 DEATH MATCH since we did our ’88 Death Match a few episodes back (which was a complete bloodbath all on its own!) so we decided “What better way to commemorate our 5th anniversary as ‘The Number 2 Podcast Ever’ (behind Rogan) than to pit the two finest albums i…

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Chris Stapleton – Traveller

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Chris Stapleton’s debut record back in 2015 was influential both on the podcast’s musical taste and on the future of country music. It helped expand our palettes and pushed the genre forward. Join us as we revisit the record and discuss our thoughts after all these years – the Summer of Don carries on! Chris Stapleton – Traveller Joywave – Permanen…

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Ep 220: A Conversation with JT Woodruff of Hawthorne Heights 1:13:29

1M ago1:13:29

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In episode 220 of the podcast, we’re joined by JT Woodruff, front person of Hawthorne Heights. We dig into 20 years of ‘The Silence in Black and White’, the band embarking on a massive tour later this month dubbed ‘20 Years of Tears’, the ‘…Is For Lovers’ festival dates, and much, much more. JT gives us an all time story about how their now classic…

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Ep. 147 - Twin City Sound Part 1 and The Dardeen Family Murder 59:24

2M ago59:24

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Three years of Nerdery and Murdery! Thank you to all of our listeners out there! Here's to three more years and beyond! In this episode Zig goes back to the beginning and discusses a topic he said he would get to some day and it is part one of a two-parter over the Twin City Sound. Then join in as Geoffrey tells the story that was called "too bruta…

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#249 - NEW YORK HARDCORE 1:33:37

2M ago1:33:37

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Definitely “angsty” and undisputedly heavier, more aggressive, and focused than punk, NEW YORK HARDCORE (NYHC) emerged at a time when punk was on its way out and thrash was on its way into the heavy music scene, ultimately becoming a “de facto” bridge between the thrash and punk scenes and eventually bringing them both together to bless the metal w…

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The Doors – LA Woman 32:19

2M ago32:19

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What better way to kick-off the Summer of Don then to talk over a record that has a bit of a special place on the show. The Doors final release, LA Woman, served as a bookend to their celebrated career and a goodbye to the city that shaped them. Join us as we discuss the record and some other things we’ve been digging on. The Doors – LA Woman The L…

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Ep 219: 30 Years of Soundgarden - Superunknown 49:42

2M ago49:42

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In episode 219 of the podcast, the three of us tackle Soundgarden’s 1994 release, ‘Superunknown’. We dig into our early memories of the record/band, essential tracks, the multiple styles utilized by the band throughout the album, and its lasting legacy. A seminal grunge record, this episode was a fun one! Podcast Theme performed by Trawl. Check the…

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Ep. 146 - Three More Lesser Known Sci-Fi Movies and The Murder of Jessie Blodgett 1:05:17

2M ago1:05:17

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Welcome to another week of the highs and the lows, the ups and the downs, the good and the bad, and the Nerd and the Murd. Join in as Zig covers yet another list of three lesser known Sci-Fi movies. Then Geoffrey tells the story of the murder of Jessie Blodgett. Have a great Nerd and Murd week! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial…

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#248 SABBATH MOB RULES - Album Dive 1:23:17

2M ago1:23:17

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“Is this the GOOD Sabbath or the BAD Sabbath?” We know what you’re thinking: “Wait, didn’t they skip a few albums in there somewhere? Did they put them all on Patreon or…what happened?” Rest assured, nothing has been skipped, however, we did jump ahead a little bit because “some of us” have been jonesing to fast forward through the BLACK SABBATH ca…

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90s Soul (Macy Gray, Simply Red, Rahsaan Patterson) 42:17

2M ago42:17

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Like all popular genres, R&B and Soul music has morphed over time to fit modern sounds under it’s wing. In the 90s, the inclusion of hip-hop into popular music had started to ripple out into the surrounding genres; like soul music. Join us as we talk over some of our favorite soul records from the 1990s. Macy Gray – On How Life Is (Andy) Simply Red…

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Ep 218: A Conversation with Danny and Jeremy of HEAVYHEX 1:13:21

2M ago1:13:21

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In episode 218 of the podcast, we’re joined by Danny (guitar) and Jeremy (guitar) of HEAVYHEX. We dig into the band’s come up, what it’s like being a band from Long Island, NY, signing to Bridge Nine Records, and their excellent new debut full length, ‘True To You’, out everywhere now. Another awesome convo with a band we really think you’ll dig! C…

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Ep. 145 - Odyssey and The Murder of Kimberly Cates 54:51

2M ago54:51

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In yet another spectacular episode of Nerdery and Murdery, Zig takes a deep dive into yet another vintage gaming system with the Odyssey. Then stay with us as Geoffrey tells the story of the murder of Kimberly Cates. Have a great Nerd and Murd week! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with Better…

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#247 OUR DEFINING METAL MOMENTS 43:19

2M ago43:19

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The “Bunkerpoon After Dark” is a bit different than the usual Metal Nerdery Podcast format. It’s stripped down, bare, naked, and not unlike “The Triangle”, it’s unredacted, unfiltered, and completely raw. There’s not a lot of production quality, no shittah, no clinkies, and no beers of the episode, but it’s pure unbridled Metal Nerdery madness at i…

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Double Albums (The Rolling Stones, Donna Summer, Metallica) 49:21

2M ago49:21

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Double albums – the topic so nice, we had to cover it twice. Join us as we discuss another round of some of our favorite double LPs. The Rolling Stones – Exile on Main Street (Andy) Donna Summer – Bad Girls (Don) Metallica – …And Justice for All (Dude) What do you think of these double albums? What’s your favorite double album? Let us know on our w…

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Ep 217: A Conversation with Marty and Toby of Sparks The Rescue 1:08:58

2M ago1:08:58

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In episode 217 of the podcast, we’re joined by Marty (vocals) and Toby (guitar) of Sparks The Rescue. We talk about the band reuniting for live shows in 2021 and beyond, as well as their recently released new songs ‘Bath Skate Park’ and ‘Collarbone’. We also recap their recent shows at Sun Tiki Studios in Portland, ME, which was a throwback weekend…

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Ep. 144 - Days of Wonder and The Murder of Lindsay Buziak 51:48

2M ago51:48

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Welcome to another week of the ups and the downs, the good and the bad, the highs and the lows, and the Nerd and the Murd! Zig takes us on a journey to discuss another board game company with Days of Wonder. Meanwhile Geoffrey gets into another real estate agent murder with The Murder of Lindsay Buziak. Have a great Nerd and Murd week! For your 30 …

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#246 - Metallica Covers 1:37:26

2M ago1:37:26

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After catching Damage Inc. live in concert a few weeks back, we felt inspired to investigate the vast conglomeration of artists who have performed their own cover versions of songs originally written by the biggest cover band to have ever blessed heavy metal, the mighty METALLICA. Even though METALLICA have come a long way from their old school “di…

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Ep 216: A Conversation with Mike Ciprari, co-founder of SJC Drums 1:12:42

3M ago1:12:42

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In episode 216 of the podcast, we’re joined by Mike Ciprari, co-founder of SJC Custom Drums. We dig into the early days of SJC Drums, starting out in his grandmother’s basement, making connections with different bands in the music industry, growing the business, and much more. Come for the music nerdery, stay for the Tre Cool Dookie drum kit. Check…

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Ep. 143 - Jack McDevitt and The Murder of Susannah Jane Lamplugh 55:12

2M ago55:12

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Thanks for tuning in once again Nerds and Murds! Zig take a dive into author Jack McDevitt while Geoffrey covers another dark story with the murder of Susannah Jane Lamplugh. Have a great week! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Support the…

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#245 - SLEEP - Inside The Metal 1:35:47

3M ago1:35:47

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Before OM and High On Fire, there was the marijuana infused, Sabbath worshipping, stoner metal power trio hailing from San Jose, California known as SLEEP. Just saying the name transports you to a land filled with THC infused riffs, the sweet aroma of sinsemilla, and enough smoke to indicate that the pyramid sized bong is fully loaded and ready to …

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Double Albums (Miles Davis, The Cure, The Beatles) 49:48

3M ago49:48

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Time to get comfy and put on some double albums. On today’s show we discuss some of our favorite (dare I say classic) double albums. Miles Davis – Bitches Brew (Andy) The Cure – Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me (Don) The Beatles – The Beatles (Dude) What do you think of these double albums? What’s your favorite double album? Let us know on our website, al…

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Ep 215: A Conversation with Kevin Lyman, Eric Tobin and Michael Kaminsky (Summer School Fest) 48:04

3M ago48:04

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In episode 215 of the podcast, we’re joined by Michael Kaminsky (KMGMT), Eric Tobin (Hopeless Records) and Kevin Lyman (Warped Tour) to discuss the idobi Radio Summer School Festival. Eric, Kevin and Michael give us the low down on how the festival was created and the work that goes into getting it off the ground. The three of them have been around…

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Ep. 142 - Wildly Inappropriate Songs and The Murder of Renae Wicklund 1:27:03

3M ago1:27:03

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Join in for another fun filled week of Nerdery and Murdery! In this week's episode Zig gives us a list of WILDLY inappropriate songs while Geoffrey tells yet another dark story of murder with the murder of Renae Wicklund. Definite "E" tag needed for this episode! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% o…

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#244 - 1994 Metal and Thrash Albums 1:10:28

3M ago1:10:28

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Ahhh, the joys of 1994 and the youthful days of yore. Y’know, there was a time when 1994 actually seemed relatively “recent”, like maybe a couple of decades ago, but we’re actually 30 years beyond 1994, the year when Jeff Bezos founded Amazon in his garage, Quentin Tarantino released an ultra-vulgar display of cinema with “Pulp Fiction”, Sony forev…

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Ep 214: A Conversation with Corey Glover (Sonic Universe, Living Colour) 50:56

3M ago50:56

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In ep 214 of the podcast, we’re joined by Corey Glover, vocalist of Sonic Universe (and Living Colour). We dig into the circumstances that led to creating Sonic Universe, what it’s like being in the music world for 40+ years, and the awesome new album from Sonic Universe, ‘It Is What It Is’, out May 10th on earMUSIC. The first half of the episode, …

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Ep. 141 - John Carter of Mars and John List 52:46

3M ago52:46

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Join in for another week of Nerdery and Murdery. In this episode Zig covers John Carter of Mars. Then Geoffrey goes into another family annihilator with the tale of John List. Have a great Nerd and Murd week! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurd…

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