Best Metal Nerdery Podcasts (2024)

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

1d 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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Double Albums (Miles Davis, The Cure, The Beatles) 49:48

7h 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

2h 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 214: A Conversation with Corey Glover (Sonic Universe, Living Colour) 50:56

4d 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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#243 Lights Camera Revolution SUICIDAL TENDENCIES Album Dive 1:02:40

8d ago1:02:40

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It’s safe to say that 1990 represented the absolute zenith of thrash metal greatness. All you have to do is thumb through everything released that year and you’ll have irrefutable proof. Thrash was at its peak when SUICIDAL TENDENCIES unleashed their 5th studio album, LIGHTS…CAMERA…REVOLUTION! their first to feature “future Metallica bassist” Rober…

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Record Store Day (Freddie Gibbs, Mavis Staples, Dio) 48:16

14d ago48:16

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Happy Record Store Day, Nerds! On today’s show we celebrate independent record stores by exploring some of the holiday’s special releases. Here’s our picks: Freddie Gibbs – Pinata (Andy) Mavis Staples – Have a Little Faith (Don) Dio – The Last in Line (Dude) What do you think of these records? What RSD albums are you excited for this year? Let us k…

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Ep 213: A Four Year Celebration ft. Todd Mackey of With Honor 1:18:44

11d ago1:18:44

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In episode 213 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Todd Mackey, vocalist of With Honor. We had such a great conversation with Todd on episode 187, we decided to run it back. This time, Todd turns the tables on us, and we dig into our musical come up, favorite records, shows, and much more. Cheers to 4 years of Podioslave. Here’s to many more! Check o…

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#242 CIRITH UNGOL - INSIDE THE METAL 1:09:37

15d ago1:09:37

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Although they formed in Ventura, California in the early 70’s just a few short years after Black Sabbath and Judas Priest, CIRITH UNGOL (which, if you know anything about J.R.R. Tolkien and The Lord of the Rings lore, translates to mean “Spider’s Cleft”) sound like a band “out of time”. Whether they’re releasing 70’s sounding albums in the 80’s or …

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We Are Family (First Aid Kit, The Isley Brothers, Oasis) 43:17

21d ago43:17

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From the The Carter Family to the Jackson 5 and the Jonas Brothers – families have found success in the music industry for decades. On today’s show we highlight some of our favorite family-made albums. First Aid Kit – The Lion’s Roar (Andy) The Isley Brothers – Go For Your Guns (Don) Oasis – (What’s The Story) Morning Glory (Dude) What do you think…

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Ep 212: A Conversation with Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D. 50:43

19d ago50:43

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In episode 212 of the podcast, we’re joined by Sonny Sandoval, vocalist of P.O.D. We chat about 30+ years in the game, what keeps him and the band motivated, navigating the changing landscape when creating, as well as their awesome new album, ‘Veritas’, out May 3, 2024 on Mascot Records. This was a special one for us. Being able to talk to Sonny 4 …

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#241 MEGADETH Rust In Peace - Album Dive 1:25:57

22d ago1:25:57

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With the release of their 4th album (a.k.a. one of the finest albums in thrash metal history), MEGADETH conquered new levels of greatness with their progressive thrash masterpiece RUST IN PEACE, featuring Marty Friedman on guitars and Nick Menza behind the drum kit who, along with founding members David Ellefson and Dave Mustaine, would become know…

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2012 Top Albums (The Black Keys, Rihanna, Adele) 48:50

28d ago48:50

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Turns out 2012 wasn’t the end of the world, but it may have seemed like it at the time. With hurricanes, mass shootings and the music of Drake and Luke Bryan dominating the pop charts, I think we all felt the end was nigh ;). Join us as we discuss our favorite best selling albums from that year. The Black Keys – El Camino (Andy) Rihanna – Talk That…

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Ep 211: A Conversation with Nathaniel Shannon (Photographer, Author) 1:23:56

26d ago1:23:56

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In episode 211 of the podcast, we’re joined by photographer, illustrator, and author, Nathaniel Shannon. We chat about Nathaniel’s come up as a photographer, digging deep into what it’s like to shoot bands/musicians live in any sized room, as well as dig into his forthcoming book, ‘Saint Vitus Bar | The First Ten Years: An Oral and Visual History’.…

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#240 SOUNDGRADEN - Inside The Metal 1:32:46

29d ago1:32:46

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After hair metal all but destroyed heavy metal in the late 80’s and early 90’s, things were a bit grim. Grim in the same sort of way that Birmingham, England was grim in the late 60’s. Perhaps one of the silver linings to emerge out of the make-up and hairspray laden aftermath of glam was the down to earth, retro metal infused sounds emerging out o…

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Yo! MTV Raps (Ultramagnetic MC’s, Eric B. & Rakim, Gang Starr) 46:30

1M ago46:30

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During the late 80s and early 90s, Yo! MTV Raps helped to bring the quickly evolving genre of hip-hop into the living room. On today’s show we talk over the TV program and a handful of records from artists featured on the initial run of episodes. Ultramagnetic MC’s – Critical Beatdown (Andy) Eric B. & Rakim – Follow the Leader (Don) Gang Starr – St…

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Ep 210: A Conversation with Lochie Keogh of Alpha Wolf 50:30

1M ago50:30

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In episode 210 of the podcast, we’re joined by Lochie Keogh, vocalist of Australian metalcore band Alpha Wolf. We chat about Lochie’s come up in Australia, their amazing heavy music scene, and Alpha Wolf getting an Ice-T feature on their new album. Their upcoming release, ‘Half Living Things’, drops April 5, 2024 on SharpTone Records. Pod goes inte…

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#239 Bootleg Edition - Album Dive - Killers 1:23:39

1M ago1:23:39

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Metal Nerdery Podcast “Bootleg Edition” series, recorded deep within the echoey underground confines of The Bunkerpoon, direct from The Bunkerpoon video feed. While we strive to be “The Black Album of Podcasts” (in terms of sheer production quality), we decided to see what it might sound like if Bob Rock prod…

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2000s Electronic (LCD Soundsystem, Editors, MGMT) 47:58

1M ago47:58

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Plugin the synths and polish up that disco ball, we’re going electronic on today’s show. (Well, as electronic as we three rock fans can get). Join us as we explore albums that blend electronic components with familiar sounds. LCD Soundsystem – Sound of Silver (Andy) Editors – In this Light and on This Evening (Don) MGMT – Oracular Spectacular (Dude…

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Ep 209: It’s Our Time to Shine - Revisiting The Used - Self-Titled 52:42

1M ago52:42

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In episode 209 of the podcast, Nate, Anthony and Tony give the Podioslave treatment to The Used’s debut self-titled album. We dig into our early memories of the rollout, the band’s amazingly quick origin story, John Feldmann’s foray into production, and the overall legacy of the record/band. This record holds a special place in the Podioslave canon…

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#238 WE SOLD OUR SOUL FOR SABBATH 1:11:42

1M ago1:11:42

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Given that it was produced and released without the band’s involvement (and likely lacking the front to back awesomeness it would have otherwise possessed), WE SOLD OUR SOUL FOR ROCK ‘N’ ROLL was “technically” BLACK SABBATH’s 7th release; a greatest hits compilation covering “The First Six” albums from the legendary Ozzy Osbourne era of the band. H…

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Ireland (Nealo, Van Morrison, Fontaines D.C.) 47:30

2M ago47:30

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Ireland’s rich cultural heritage has produced lots of great art, with music being no exception. On today’s show we highlight a handful of Irish artists that we’ve come to love. Happy St. Paddy’s Day! Nealo – November Medicine (Andy) Van Morrison – Astral Weeks (Don) Fontaines D.C. – Skinty Fia (Dude) What do you think of these records? What Irish a…

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Ep 208: 30 Years of The Offspring - Smash 56:11

2M ago56:11

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In episode 208 of the podcast, Nate, Tony and Anthony are reunited to celebrate 30 years of The Offspring’s seminal album, ‘Smash’. We dig into our first memories of the record, what songs we still blast to this day, and ponder if ‘Self Esteem’ is a top 10 song of the 90’s. We chat about the aftermath, the band’s legacy, and much more. This album c…

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#237 SEPULTURA – ARISE Album Dive 1:19:31

2M ago1:19:31

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Spring, 1991. Thrash had hit its apex as a genre and was beginning the transition into what would become “the next wave” of thrash with a sound and identify located somewhere between the thrash, groove, and death metal genres. With SEPULTURA’s 4th album, ARISE, emerging a mere 2 years after their 1989 thrash masterpiece, Beneath The Remains, the Br…

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Ep 207: Track 1, Side 1 - Great Album Openers ft. Greg Bergdorf 1:11:48

2M ago1:11:48

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In episode 207 of the podcast, we welcome back Greg Bergdorf of the Bourbon Brothers to talk great album openers. We each bring songs to the table that we feel are great album openers, and in some cases, genre openers. What makes a great album opener? You know it when you FEEL it. We start the episode with a catch up with Greg, and finish the episo…

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#236 1984 – YEAR IN METAL 1:30:49

2M ago1:30:49

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1984 was the year that saw the introduction of the Apple Macintosh, the launch of the Technology, Entertainment, Design conference, and the year the world learned of the terrifyingly destructive potential of A.I. courtesy of Skynet and The Terminator. 1984 is more than just the title of George Orwell’s cautionary, dystopian novel or Van Halen’s wil…

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Bromances (Jan & Dean, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, Queens of the Stone Age) 42:49

2M ago42:49

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Great popular music is often a result of creative partnerships. From Gilbert and Sullivan to Lennon and McCartney, men have joined forces and inspired each other to amazing heights. Join us as we discuss records from some of our favorite bromances. Jan & Dean – Little Old Lady From Pasadena (Andy) Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark – Architecture & …

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Ep 206: A Conversation with Dave and Matteo of Superbloom 1:06:31

2M ago1:06:31

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In episode 206 of the podcast, we’re joined by Dave and Matteo, vocalist/guitarist and drummer respectively, of Superbloom. We talk their musical come up, the band’s interesting formation, their LP, ‘Pollen’ from 2021 and their awesome EP from last year ‘Life’s A Blur’. We think you’ll dig Superbloom, and this convo with Matteo and Dave. Check out …

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#235 METAL CHURCH - INSIDE THE METAL 1:40:06

2M ago1:40:06

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Originally formed in the thrash metal mecca known as The Bay Area a year before Metallica was even a thing (shortly before relocating to the Tri-County, metropolitan Seattle, Washington realm), METAL CHURCH continues to bless congregations of faithful metal fans with their own unique brand of thrash infused progressive power metal which has relentl…

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Relationship Stages (Father John Misty, Meat Loaf, Alanis Morissette) 47:56

2M ago47:56

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As unique as each relationship is, all relationships go through stages. From infatuation to heartbreak and everything in between, music does a great job of expressing the emotions of love. On today’s show we discuss three albums that closely deal with the different phases of a relationship. Father John Misty – I Love You, Honeybear (Andy) Meat Loaf…

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Ep 205: A Conversation with John Henry of Darkest Hour 40:51

2M ago40:51

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In episode 205 of the podcast, we’re joined by John Henry, vocalist of Darkest Hour.We dig into the band’s longevity, the scene the band came out of in DC, what it’s like to be 10 albums in, and their epic new album, ‘Perpetual | Terminal’, out 2/23/24 on MNRK Heavy. This is an awesome peek behind the curtain at one of metal/metalcore’s lasting ban…

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#234 DEATH MATCH - Vol 2 South of Heaven vs ...And Justice For All 1:29:34

3M ago1:29:34

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“And in THIS corner…” Already knowing (going in) that our 1988 HEAD-TO-HEAD DEATH MATCH was gonna be “bigger than China”, the Bunkerpoon oversight committee made the executive decision to break this “hog” of an episode into a two-part cliffhanger dangler. At this point, we’ve covered side 1 and now we’re tackling side 2 of Metallica’s …AND JUSTICE …

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Valentines Day Massacre Vol II 3:36

3M ago3:36

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The Bunkerpoon is all about passion and “Love Excretions”. Enjoy all the likes and the loves of this year’s Valentines Day Massacre and Happy Valentines Day to all! Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182 Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.…

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Band Romances (Tom Waits, Jefferson Airplane, The White Stripes) 46:26

3M ago46:26

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Sometimes the spark of making music together can kindle a romance. Bands like Fleetwood Mac, Abba, and Wings all had their romantic pairings – and oftentimes splits. Join us as we discuss some of our favorite records forged in the fires of romance. Tom Waits – Alice (Andy) Jefferson Airplane – Surrealistic Pillow (Don) The White Stripes – White Blo…

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Ep 204: A Conversation with Mac Miller of Cosmic Joke 52:48

3M ago52:48

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In episode 204 of the podcast, we’re joined by Mac Miller, vocalist of Cosmic Joke. We talk Mac’s come up in music, the formation of Cosmic Joke, getting to play Tied Down Detroit last year and it being a catalyst to creating music, and how they came to be the first release on HardLore Records (in conjunction with Triple B Records). We dig into the…

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#233 DEATH MATCH - Vol 1 South of Heaven vs ...And Justice For All 1:14:08

3M ago1:14:08

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“In THIS corner…” Throughout the thrash community, there’s always been a battle line drawn between the progressive, harmony laden sensibilities of METALLICA and the darker, eviler shades of SLAYER. For many of us, the two albums from these two thrash titans that are most synonymous with summertime and high school are Metallica’s …AND JUSTICE FOR AL…

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Sensual Serenades (Air, Cigarettes After Sex, Marvin Gaye) 43:57

3M ago43:57

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What makes music sound sensual? A deep groove? Hazy production? Romantic lyrics? Of course its going to vary by listener, but on today’s show we try to find some common ground. Join us as we discuss three albums we think have sex appeal. Air – Moon Safari (Andy)Cigarettes After Sex – Cigarettes After Sex (Don)Marvin […]…

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Ep 203: The Return of Benny Horowitz of The Gaslight Anthem 1:26:57

3M ago1:26:57

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In episode 203 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Benny Horowitz, drummer of The Gaslight Anthem. We talk Benny having an interesting day in our home town last spring, what it was like for him regarding the reformation of The Gaslight Anthem, the writing and creation of their stellar album from 2023, ‘History Books’, and much more. Benny continues t…

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#232 STUCK MOJO Inside The Metal 1:28:15

3M ago1:28:15

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Back in the early 90’s (along with hometown thrash titans Ghost Story, Akathesia, and Nihilist) one of the most unique bands to have dominated the local metal scene and trailblazed the path for rap metal before it was even a genre was Atlanta cross-over, groove metal pioneers, STUCK MOJO. Armed with the aural onslaught of Rich Ward’s behemoth guita…

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Solid Gold (Rick James, Madonna, Twisted Sister) 44:37

3M ago44:37

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Besides the fabulously be-dazzled Solid Gold Dancers, the TV show of the same name featured a wide variety of popular artists of the early to mid 1980s. Even though the performances were lip-synced, the program exposed audiences to all sorts of new music. On today’s show we discuss three albums from artists that appeared on […]…

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Ep 202: A Conversation with Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo - Part 2 1:08:53

3M ago1:08:53

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In episode 202 of the podcast, we’re excited to drop part 2 of our conversation with Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo. In part 2 with Alex, we hit on 2011 to the present, including: an in-depth look at House & Trance, signing with Pure Noise Records, the lost Crime In Stereo album, what it’s like getting older and still playing music, some talk around…

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#231 BACK IN BLACK Album Dive 1:20:53

3M ago1:20:53

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Eleven years before Metallica released “The Black Album”, AC/DC released “The FIRST Black Album”, BACK IN BLACK, their seventh studio album overall and their first album featuring new vocalist Brian Johnson following the tragic and untimely passing of former frontman Bon Scott. While AC/DC always had an aggressively intense, hard rock sound through…

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VMA Winners (Taylor Swift, REM, The Cars) 42:14

3M ago42:14

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Over the last few decades, the VMA’s have been a plentiful source of meme-worthy moments from the day’s most popular musicians. On today’s show we discuss records from three Video of the Year winners and talk over some of our favorite music videos. Taylor Swift – Midnights (Andy)R.E.M. – Out of Time (Don)The Cars – […]…

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Ep 201: A Conversation with Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo - Part 1 1:09:16

3M ago1:09:16

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In episode 201 of the podcast, we’re joined by Alex Dunne, guitarist of Crime In Stereo. We talk Alex’s come up on Long Island, the early days of Crime In Stereo (formation, picking a name, etc), the stories behind signing to Blackout! and Nitro Records (all-time stories), The Troubled Stateside era and its legacy, The Bridge Nine era, and much muc…

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#230 - THRASH FAMILY TREE 1:20:21

3M ago1:20:21

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When addressing the concept of the THRASH FAMILY TREE, there should be a handful of bands and musicians which immediately come to mind. This week’s docket is a reflection on the vast interconnectedness of the THRASH FAMILY TREE, consisting of The Big Five of Thrash and beyond. Whether we’re talking about musicians snatched up by other bands, replac…

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Country Storytellers (Marty Robbins, Brandy Clark, Sturgill Simpson) 43:12

3M ago43:12

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Country music is particularly great at telling a story. Whether it’s gunslingers in the old west, or troubled relationships in a modern day setting, country music is great at shining a light on the lives of everyday people doing everyday things. On today’s show we discuss 3 albums that have plenty of good stories to […]…

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Ep 200: 20 Years of ‘War All The Time’ with Tucker Rule of Thursday 56:15

4M ago56:15

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In our 200th episode, we’re rejoined by Tucker Rule, drummer of the band Thursday (and L.S. Dunes), to talk 20(+) years of ‘War All The Time’. We dig into the creation of the record, what it meant for the band and the scene for Thursday to be on a major label, its legacy and much more. Tucker continues to be one of our favorite guests to date. Chec…

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#229 EXODUS STEVE “ZETRO” SOUZA ERA 1:20:29

4M ago1:20:29

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As of this episode, we will have covered each and every era of every EXODUS vocalist, from Paul Baloff to STEVE “ZETRO” SOUZA to Rob Dukes (and back again) to ZETRO. As the 2nd vocalist for EXODUS, STEVE SOUZA’s voice gave the band a distinct sonic ferocity which set them apart from their “Big Five” counterparts, spewing forth some of the most brut…

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Cover Albums (Angelique Kidjo, The The, Metallica) 42:29

4M ago42:29

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Cover albums are essentially love letters from a band to their influences. Some pull from a variety of artists, others focus on one. Some even go as far as doing a track-by-track rendition of the entire record. On today’s show we explore one of each type of cover album. Angelique Kidjo – Remain in Light […]…

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Ep 199: Perfect Songs III (ft. Spose & Rob) 1:23:55

4M ago1:23:55

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In episode 199 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Spose and Rob (in person!) to run back one of our favorite topics, PERFECT SONGS. We each come to the table with songs that we think are perfect. What makes a perfect song? You know it when you hear it. Many different twists and turns in this one, including but not limited to: British accents, MTV Bu…

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#228 CLASSIC METAL 1:29:02

4M ago1:29:02

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If you thought this episode was going to be all about early Metallica, early Anthrax, or early Slayer, SURPRISE, it’s not! While the above bands do in fact belong under the same umbrella, CLASSIC METAL (relative to today’s heavy metal landscape) falls right in that sweet spot from the late 70’s through the 80’s, when hard rock began its transformat…

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