Andy Hopper Podcasts

Matt Wilcock of Werewolves, The Antichrist Imperium and Shotgun Mistress makes his long overdue return to the podcast this week. We discuss the making of and the incredible response to the latest Werewolves record, "From The Cave To The Grave", and I get another update on the forthcoming Antichrist Imperium album. We also cover a number of other to…

This week I’m joined by Dagon and Azrael, founding members of UK black metal collective, Heathen Deity, to talk about their triumphant appearance at this year’s Incineration Fest, the early days of the band and to lift the lid off the mystery surrounding the more than two decade wait for their debut album. I also review “From The Cave To The Grave”…

n this episode of the show, Naas Alcameth of Akhlys and Nightbringer joins me to help make sense of a senseless world. We discuss his music, performing live, spirituality, weightlifting and, of course, we delve into a number of spicy cultural topics in what turns out to be one of the longest and most in-depth conversations I’ve recorded for the sho…

Christian Larson of Necrofier and Night Cobra returns to Into The Necrosphere to talk about touring with Danzig, the response to “Prophecies Of Eternal Darkness”, Hell’s Heroes and much more. I also review THE debut release of 2022 - “Apologetica” by Patristic, introduce the blackened death metal stylings of Necronium and react to new cuts by Massa…

Johan van Hattum and Joose Vervoort of Terzij De Horde are my guests this week. We get knee-deep in the themes and ideas that make up their outstanding sophomore record, “In One Of These I Am Your Enemy”, talk about their experiences playing live after Covid, discuss their creative process and much more. I also review “Modern Primitive”, the hotly …

Alex Nichols is a Technical Coach at Arsenal FC's Academy. Alex discusses what goes on on the grass at Hale End to make it one of best Academies in world football right now.By MyFootballCoach

On this episode of the podcast, I’m cracking wise with Andy Marshall of Saor about the band’s upcoming record, “Origins”, meeting Kevin Bacon while on tour in the States, fitting into the black metal scene and much more. I also review the latest Blut Aus Nord record, share my thoughts on the High End Munich 2022 hifi show and react to new tracks by…

Andy Parslow is a specialist coach with AFC Wimbledon's 1st team. As set-piece coach he's managed to make Wimbledon's set-piece stats some of the best in the country. He's also had a long and distinguished career in Academy Football at Brentford, Watford and AFC Wimbledon. Saul and Andy discuss the rise of specialist coaches in football and how imp…

In a first for Into The Necrosphere, my brother Evan Hopper of Quell joins me to co-host an episode. We discuss his move back to the US, getting healthy, the very sad news about Trevor Strnad of Black Dahlia Murder and much more. PLUS - we also review the latest records by Cosmic Putrefaction and Au-Dessus and we do a combined news rants and reacts…

Joe Antonelli is Lead u14 and u15 Lead Coach at Crystal Palace's Academy. Joe talks about the great work going on at the South London club and their transition to a Cat 1 Academy. Joe also talks about his previous roles at Fulham and Barnet's Academy. This one is not to be missed.By MyFootballCoach

Kirk Windstein of Crowbar makes his debut on this installment of Into The Necrosphere as we discuss the tremendous response to their latest record, “Zero And Below”. We also talk about how life on the road has changed for him, relationships, self-care and well-being and get the scoop that other little-known band he’s involved in, DOWN. Plus - a rev…

Hasney Aljofree spent 10 years coaching at Manchester United's famous Academy. Working across the age groups from 12 to the 23s Hasney gives us the behind the scenes low down on one of the best Academies in world football and what went on day to day on and off the grass.By MyFootballCoach

On another special Friday edition of Into The Necrosphere I discuss “Servants of Violence”, the upcoming record by UK sledgehammer groove upstarts, Casket Feeder, with two of its creators - Connor Cazelet-Smith and Graham Wallace. We cover their triumphant turn at Bloodstock, nearly calling it quits during the pandemic and a lot more. Plus, I turn …

Sam Bean makes his long-awaited return to Into The Necrosphere to discuss life, politics and provide massive updates on the upcoming Werewolves and Antichrist Imperium records. PLUS - has the latest Watain record managed to convince a naysayer like me? I’ll give you my view on “The Agony & Ecstacy Of Watain”. I also react to new tracks Khold, Ligfa…

Timo Jankowski has had an incredible career starting working for the German FA and progressing to Grass Hopper Zurich where he held several positions including First Team Coach, Head of Performance and Head of Player Development. He is now Technical Director of Fiji. Timo shares his journey and experiences supporting player development in this uniq…

Thiago Macedo has coached at 3 of the biggest clubs in Brazil. He joins Saul to discuss his career and give us the insight into one of the greatest football cultures in world football. Why and how do Brazil keep producing such technically excellent players and what are the differences in approaches by the country's biggest clubs.…

Ralph Schmidt of Ultha joins me on this episode to discuss the band's breathtaking record, “All That Has Never Been True”. Along the way, we also delve into a number of other topics including the effect that the Covid-19 lockdowns had on his writing, balancing a job as a teacher with life as a musician and much more. I also review the latest record…

On this episode, Alexander Jones of Undeath joins me for a riotous conversation about their upcoming record, "It's Time To Rise… From The Grave". Along the way, he also shares his experience of the music industry, we discuss our desert island death metal tracks and we talk about Chris Barnes' infamous denunciation of the scene. I also review the la…

On this special Friday episode of the podcast, I discuss the stunningly impressive “Dreams Of Fragmentation” record with all three of its creators in Cailleach Calling. They give me a track by track breakdown of the record, we discuss how they got together, what the future holds for the band and a whole lot more. Support the bands featured on this …

On this episode of the show I am joined by Sotiris Anunnaki of Greek symphonic death metal legends, Septicflesh. We cover everything from the early days of the band and the Greek metal scene to their monstrous forthcoming opus, "Modern Primitive". I also tell you why the new Ultha record is one of my favourite releases of 2022 thus far. PLUS - my u…

Angel City FC is the new Womens Soccer Team Franchise in LA. Freya Coombe is Head Coach and joins Saul to discuss her inspirational story which has led to hear securing one of the top jobs in Womens Soccer. Freya started her career in the UK working for the FA and the Reading girls programme. She then moved to the USA to work in grass roots but was…

Nathan Glover of Graveir is back on the podcast this week to discuss the launch of Gutter Prince Cabal. We also get an update on his new side project, Longing Maw, and discuss a host of other topics including MMA, pro wrestling and more. PLUS - I review the latest Absent In Body and Sidious records and react to new tracks by Watain, Ante Inferno, S…

This week I add another name to the list of legends that have sat on the Into The Necrosphere hotseat as I’m joined by the great Sakis Tolis of Rotting Christ. We discuss growing older and wiser, his sensational new solo record and more. I also review the new Deathspell Omega and Abbath records, question whether The Weeknd is indeed “darker and edg…

Thomas Ruesink has been a skills coach at PSV for over 3 years. Working predominantly with the 10-13s age groups. Thomas gives us insight to one of the best Academies in Holland and how his unique 'chaos games' philosophy added something new to the Academy.By MyFootballCoach

Ryan and Andy are back for the Sweet 16! After a hectic first weekend, our record sits at 8-7-1. Tonight, we've got a pick for all 8 Sweet 16 Match Ups. We'll also take a look at how some of our Futures are doing, and give a Bracket Busters update. Andy: 5-3 Ryan: 3-4-1 youtube: https://youtube.com/thebrewparty twitter: https://twitter.com/thebrewp…

This week Scott Taysom brings me up to speed on anything and everything Cloak-related since the release of their stellar sophomore record, “The Burning Dawn”, in 2019. We also discuss 90s cinema, pitbulls, women selling bottled farts online and other artifacts of a culture in decline. PLUS - I review the new Dark Funeral and Hell Militia records, s…

Zeb Jacobs has recently begun a new role as Head of Coaching at Rangers Football Club. Zeb talks about his coaching methodology that he moulded in his time at Royal Antwerp. Built around developing players ability to outplay opponents in 1v1 and creating masters of the ball. Zeb goes into detail about what he believes is the best way to develop top…

Ryan and Andy return for a Special Edition of Maloney's Money Line! We've got our best bets for the First Round of the NCAA Tournament, plus some Championship Futures that we've got our eyes on. Video: https://youtu.be/2pS8kmW0JUM BetUS Sportsbook: https://www.betus.com.pa/sportsbook/ 125% SIGN UP BONUS w/ PROMO CODE: THEBREWPARTY Instacart: https:…

This week I’m talking to TJ Cowgill, aka King Dude, about his incredible journey as a performer and musician, his favourite movies, fatherhood and a whole lot in between. I also drop the hammer on new releases by Cailleach Calling and Werewolves. PLUS song reacts for Dark Funeral, Misery Index and Terror - and why Johan Heg is an idiot for wanting …

Paul Gray is the Senior Foundation Phase Coach at Blackburn Rovers. He's a Foundation Phase specialist with experience working at Accrington Stanley, Blackpool, Preston North End, Bodo Glimt in Norway until he's current position at Blackburn Rovers.By MyFootballCoach

On this episode I’m joined by Trevor Portz to discuss the blistering debut by his new band, Abhoria, as well as a music collection that should have its own postcode. I also deliver the verdict on the latest Crowbar record, react to new tracks by Septicflesh, Abbath, Watain and Troops of Doom and pour through the latest metal news headlines to save …

David Webb has had an extraordinary career already, starting coaching in Academy football at Crystal Palace. He quickly got involved in recruitment and was the scout who spotted Zaha. He's gone on to work in recruitment at Southampton and Spurs under Pochettino and also at Bournemouth with Eddie Howe. He progressed on to be Head of Football at Öste…

Alec Walt from Down The Block Sports and Hank Indictor from the Review and Preview Sports Network join The Party for a little update on the current state of Major League Baseball. Rob Manfred announced this week that the MLB has officially cancelled the first two series of the season after failing to reach an agreement with the MLBPA. Alec and Hank…

The inimitable Katy Irizarry is back on the podcast this week for an epic virtual throwdown spanning everything from the political to the personal and, of course, the metal. I also review George “Corpsegrinder” Fisher’s solo record and react to a truckload of new tunes by the likes of Au Dessus, Drudkh, Crowbar and more. Support the bands featured …

The great and powerful Brock Van Dijk of Panzerfaust returns to the podcast this week to discuss the war on free speech, the fall of Western democracy and other similarly uplifting topics, along with giving an update on the next installment in the stellar “Suns of Perdition” quadrilogy. I also give you my honest thoughts on the new Immolation recor…

This week Cain Cressall and Tim Pope of The Amenta join me to bask in the afterglow of what experts say is the greatest accolade in extreme music, namely the top spot on the Into The Necrosphere ‘Albums of the Year’ list. We do a retrospective breakdown of every track on the incredible “Revelator”, along with touching on a host of other topics alon…

Andy Martino has spent over 20 years coaching at Southampton's Academy. Andy shares his experiences working at one of the best Academies in the country as a Foundation Phase specialist and gives us an insight into how and why Southampton has been one of the most successful Academies in English football in recent times.…

Ryan and Andy return to give their favorite picks and props for this year's Super Bowl! We have Picks ATS, Totals, Player Props, and MORE! We enter this week with a combined record of 174-151-3 (53%). Ryan: 89-74-1 (54%) Andy: 85-77-2 (52%) YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/thebrewparty APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: h…

The Cincinnati Bengals are going to the Super Bowl! Co-Host of the Three Man Weave Podcast AJ Etter-Williams joins The Party (15:16) to discuss the Bengals improbable playoff run and what Cincinnati needs to do in order to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. Andy starts the show with a little Illini Basketball Talk ahead of their blockbuster match up with #…

This week I’m joined by Ross Dolan of New York death metal legends, Immolation, to talk about their upcoming record, “Acts Of God”. We also discuss his enduring friendship with Immolation guitarist, Robert Vigna, and a lot more. PLUS - reviews of recent releases by Chaos Perversion and Hlamdomrack and my usual firm but fair take on the latest metal…

Saul is joined by Manisha Taylor MBE who discusses her role at QPR and working under the wing of Chris Ramsey. QPR have one of the best technical programmes in the country. Manisha talks about her quick rise through the ranks a the club and what makes QPR so unique and so successful in developing players…

We did it, folks. We made it to triple digits! Episode 100 is here and we are joined by the hilarious Carmen Morales! (25:31) Carmen is a Stand Up Comedian and Host of the No Sir! Podcast. Morales joins The Party to discuss her Stand Up Career, her new HBO MAX special dropping in early April, working at The Comedy Store, touring the country, and so…

FINALLY… Shane Embury (Napalm Death, Brujeria, Lock Up, Dark Sky Burial etc.) has made his way onto Into The Necrosphere. We spoke about his many musical projects, what life has been like off the road, touring South Africa with Napalm Death at the end of Apartheid and much more. Plus - I discuss new music by Wiegedood and Quell, and I weigh in on t…

Ryan and Andy return for another edition of Maloney's Money Line! On this week's episode, Ryan and Andy give some quick thoughts on the Chicago Bears decision to hire Colts DC Matt Eberflus as their new Head Coach, plus our best bets for #NFL Conference Championship Weekend, Friday Night NBA and College Basketball action, plus a pick for World Cup …

VIBE CHECK!! Jason Patt joins The Party to talk about the current state of the Chicago Bulls. (25:59) Jason is the Co-Host of the Cash Considerations Podcast and a Bulls Blogger for SBNation, Forbes, and The Clutch Points App. Jason and Andy discuss Alex Caruso's injury and what it means for an already depleted Bulls roster, DeMar DeRozan's All-Sta…

Mike Hill of Tombs and the Everything Went Black and Necromaniacs podcasts returns to the show this week as I get to the business end of my favourite albums of 2021 countdown. We discuss our top 10 records of the last year, along with chopping it up about weight lifting, travel, classic heavy metal and a lot more. I also react to the recent announc…

Ryan and Andy are BACK for another edition of Maloney's Money Line! We've got our best bets for the NFL Divisional Round, UFC 270, and MORE! We enter Week 19 with a combined record of 156-137-3 Overall (53%). We just hope Ryan shows up this week. Ryan: 80-67-1 (54%) Andy: 76-70-2 (51%) Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af02MBMOSnk BetUS Sports…

I’m back and on my first episode of 2022, Kelly Tee of the Slave To The Underground podcast joins me for a riotous celebration of last year’s best records. Expect plenty of banter, fiery debate and a connoisseur’s selection of gloriously grim noise. As always, please support the bands featured on this episode: Quell - https://quell.bandcamp.com/ St…

Ryan is out for today's episode so Andy is here with Special Guest Sam Cardona from The Girl Who Talks Sports Podcast! Sam Joins The Party to preview NFL Wildcard Weekend and for an NFL Playoffs Bracket Challenge. Plus, Andy’s best bets for this weekend. We enter this week w/ an overall record of 147-130-3 (53%). Ryan: 74-65-1 Andy: 73-65-2 BetUS S…

They finally did it. The Chicago Bears have fired HC Matt Nagy and GM Ryan Pace. Katelynne Lener of the Bear Down Girl Podcast joins The Party to discuss the firing, the Bears season, and what is next for Chicago. Andy starts the show with a recap of NFL Black Monday and some the wild NFL Week 18 results. YouTube: https://youtu.be/otWve1sBGGg BetUS…