This time we have Jason Ashcraft to talk about the new Helion Prime and his other project's future, as well as exchange stories from the Blind Guardian World Tour and some quick album reviews. For the impatient: 00:00:00 Pre-roll 00:00:52 Sup Nerds 00:03:12 Into the Ashcraftverse 00:05:55 Jason's Top 4 Power Metal Bands 00:09:51 Helion Prime and Vo…

Wintersun, Dragonforce, Sonata Arctica, AI... are we so out of touch? No it's the children who are wrong. Join us in our rants, and some cool reviews of recent releases! --- For the Impatient: 00:00:00 Pre roll 00:01:28 Sup Nerds 00:01:55 Time II is upon us 00:13:24 Gloryhammer + Twilight Force Live Show 00:17:18 Album Reviews 00:17:32 Dragonforce …

Join us in this deep dive with Captain Voltaire and Chief Engineer Jeff Black on all things Glyph, going track by track on their upcoming album "Honor. Power. Glory.", available everywhere on March 29th 2024. Don't miss them on tour right now! https://www.glyphmetal.com/tour Follow the band! https://www.youtube.com/@Glyphmetal/ https://www.facebook…

News and Reviews are back! Unleash the Archers released the first single for their upcoming album and the usage of AI tools on its music video while thematically related has brought a lot of discussions online. Alestorm have released a single featuring previous colaborator Patty Gurdy, and we go over some releases from the past 2 months. For the im…

Kyle and Fernando braved the frozen north to attend Epic Fest in Roskilde, Denmark. Join them on this perilous journey full of friends, fellows, and festivities. Kyle's top bands from 2023: https://www.reddit.com/r/PowerMetal/comments/18ynkj4/zfs_albums_for_consideration_2023/ Bands discussed: Memoir Sonata Brothers of Metal Megaton Sword Gloryhamm…

Did you go to ProgPower USA this year? Kyle did! Join us with our friend Alis on this review of the fest and our musings on what next year will bring. Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:42 Sup Nerds 00:02:16 The Reticent 00:04:31 Elvenking 00:06:52 Cynic 00:08:02 Swallow the Sun 00:08:37 Doro 00:10:09 The Afterparty 00:10:59 Seven Kingdoms 00:13:06 Ze…

Kyle and Fernando are joined by special guest Rav of Ravenous as they discuss the 2023 edition of Mad With Power. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:12 Sup Nerds 00:05:25 The Pre-Party 00:07:42 Shield of Wings 00:09:20 Greyhawk 00:13:28 Seeker Pearl 00:20:11 Wilderun 00:23:33 Powerglove 00:25:04 Rav takes an arrow to the knee 00:29:37 Seven Spires 00…

Fear not, Powerful is here to tell the world the Correct Opinions about the very best of power metal in 2022. We also dive into all the big name albums that finally came out towards the end of the year. Blind Guardian put out an album! Dragonland is back! Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! iTunes, Google Play,…

Kyle tells us about Mad With Power Fest 2022, the conclusion to his North American Grand Slam of Power Metal for the year. Look out for Mad With Power Fest VI in 2023! Check the Live Stream for both dates if you missed the fest! https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1567771779 https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1566895290 Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreo…

Sup Nerds, join us once again in a mega wholesome Conversation with Callum Tuffen and Matthew Corry from the brilliant newcomer Power Metal band Fellowship, where we chat about their much awaited full album The Saberlight Chronicles, the songs, the videos, the hardships, the good times, and of course, when album 2?? Follow Fellowship: https://fello…

Join us and our good friend Alice from Rage Badger Gaming to go over this year's ProgPower USA Fest, 4 Days of international and local bands, tasty food, good friends, magical moments, and "great" karaoke. ProgPower USA 2023 Lineup: https://www.facebook.com/ProgPowerUSA/posts/10159913715237943 Check out Rage Badger Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/c…

In this episode we finally catch up to many 2022 releases old and new, including a look into the long awaited Fellowhip album The Saberlight Chronicles, and the topic of the month, Blind Guardian's new single and Evangelion looking album art. Power Metal Albums Battle Beast - Circus of Doom - 00:03:07 Eternal Ascent - Reclamation - 00:10:27 DoubleG…

Join Kyle on reliving his little big metal adventure to 6 days of festivals and shows over lands far and skies high, as the floodgates of shows are open once again in this year of 2022 If they are near you, catch these fests next time! Hyperspace Metal Festival - Vancouver, Brittish Columbia, Canada Hell's Heroes Festival - Houston, Texas, USA For …

Once again we look back at the year that ended, the albums that came out, the songs we loved, the news that went by, and look forward to what's yet to come in 2022. Our Top Albums of 2021: Edu Falaschi - Vera Cruz Ravenous E.H. - Hubris Galneryus - Union Gives Strength Seven Spires - Gods of Debauchery Lovebites - Glory, Glory to the World Dialith …

Sup nerds! In this very special episode we have Jake Wright and R.A. Voltaire from Ravenous E.H. join the show to take a deep dive into their latest album, Hubris. Make sure to listen to it and get all the details on this detailed song by song extravaganza. --- Listen to Hubris: https://open.spotify.com/album/0ryCoecphq8r2CVx5NHmgp?si=GkYSTunUQdWvl…

Sup Nerds! We are back at it again! In this episode Kyle and Fer bask in the glorious light that is having live shows again and review some recent and also upcoming albums in the good old Power Metal sphere. Timestamps for the Impatient: 0:01:17 Sup Nerds 0:02:27 Power Metal Drama 0:08:49 Miho leaves Lovebites 0:12:22 Mad with Power Fest 2021 0:14:…

Sup nerds! After a brief hiatus, Kyle and our friend Alice from Rage Badger Gaming are here to dive into the best power metal released in the first half of 2021 and look optimistically towards the future. Check out Rage Badger Gaming for awesome Gloomhaven content and Rage Badger Music for more musical shitposts. https://www.youtube.com/c/RageBadge…

in Part One of this two part podcast, I summarize principles of Zaydiyya and discuss the history of the rise of Bayt al-Houthi, the conflict with the State and lead-up to the civil war that sparked in March 2015. This segment presents an in-depth conversation with Dr. Omar Mujalli, from al-Abadeen, Sa'dah (former director of Health Services in Sa'a…

In this episode we are joined by Yasmine al-Qadhi (@AlqadhiYasmin) direct from Mareb City to discuss the impact of the ongoing war on IDPs across Mareb province. Yasmine also provides us with an update on the situation residents currently experience as Houthi forces launch missiles and drone strikes on residential areas. In our second segment, we a…

As Yemenis from all political factions react to findings published by the UNSC 2140 Panel of Experts on Yemen, we discuss details of investigations published in the Finance section, such as accusations of corruption within CBY and the controversy over HSA Group. We also look at the methodology and investigation published in the IHL section this yea…

A conversation with Mr. Munir Saeed on 10yrs since the uprising in Yemen and current affairs. We are also joined by Nasser Arrabyee, a Sana'a-based journalist, to discuss the situation amid further escalation on all war fronts.

on this special episode of Diwan we are joined by Alkhadher Sulaiman (STC representative in New York), Munir al-Mawri (independent analyst, Detroit), Dr. Abu Bakr al-Qirbi (former Minister of Foreign Affairs under Ali Abdullah Saleh and Abdo Rabbo Mansour Hadi), Khaled al-Yamani (former Ambassador to the UN and former Minister of Foreign Affairs un…

To commemorate the 10 year anniversary of the 'Day Of Rage' in Sana'a, and the subsequent youth-led uprising, Diwan gathered a diverse group of Yemeni figures to discuss the events leading up to the uprising, the impact on Yemen's structure of power and how the effects manifest today, six years into a devastating civil war. We are joined by : Dr. A…

We received a copy of the 2021 report by the UNSC Panel of Experts on Yemen to be made public by the UN soon. Ali Mahmoud and Fernando Carvajal go through each section highlighting aspects of ongoing investigations including: corruption and money-laundering by GoY officials, the role of Mercy Flights between Muscat, Oman and Sana'a, Yemen, weapons …

For Episode 2 we invited Ms. Buthaina Faroq of Rasd Coalition to discuss the situation in al-Haima, Taiz, and Mr. Ammar Basha to discuss filmmaking & the Arts in Yemen. Full video version of Episode 2 coming to our YouTube Channel later this week. Please follow us on Facebook as well.

interviews Mr. Khaled al-Yamani, former Yemen Minister of Foreign Affairs and Ambassador to the United Nations, and with Mr. Labib Nasher, a Yemeni activist who speaks to us from New York about his experience in 2011 during the Youth-led revolution, his detention in Sana'a by Houthi authorities in 2015 and current politics.…

Allow us to introduce ourselves and our new project, Diwan Podcast (twitter: @Diwan_Yemen ). This is an independent podcast dedicated to discussions on Yemeni politics, economics, security, history, culture and the arts. Ali Mahmoud joins us from Aden and Fernando Carvajal from the US. We will bring you interviews with Yemeni political figures, eco…

Sup Nerds 0:00:31:19 Dark Tribe - Voici L’homme 0:03:52:17 Seven Spires - Emerald Seas 0:07:32:17 Nightwish - Human. :||: Nature. 0:12:19:03 Dark Forest - Oak, Ash & Thorn 0:16:39:05 Boisson Divine - La Halla 0:18:30:15 From the Depth - Moments 0:22:07:13 Falconer - From a Dying Ember 0:26:42:20 Fellowship - Fellowship 0:30:22:06 Lovebites - Electr…

We've been away for a while, year's been not great for the podcast, but here's a very low effort revival episode! Our lil meme video became really popular, and the comments are quite something. Time to get into it! The Absolute State of Power Metal: https://youtu.be/JRb3G62s1a4 The Abolsute State of Power Metal (2020): https://youtu.be/KMBwbjrsSEs …

Sup Nerds! On this ocassion we had the talented Baptiste Labenne from amazing Gascon French band Boisson Divine, a new favourite of us with their latest album La Halha. Join us on this nice talk about Gascon culture, how the band doubles as a Rugby team, and a small peek into the world of Winemaking! Make sure to check out Boisson Divine! https://b…

Join us in this jampacked stream with UK hobbit enthusiasts Fellowship, the whole band is here! We've never had so many guests at the same time, should be fun! Check out their stuff: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdiGFR5Wj6JGsyY8aaUMAag https://fellowshipmetal.bandcamp.com/album/fellowship https://open.spotify.com/album/1V7CWGRlr07F5xaS0X8Yyt?si…

Oh wow! We're on a streak of not-power metal in our quarantine cast series. Join powerful and special guest Chris Bowes of Alestorm as we discuss power metal, memes, and goats. Make sure to check out Alestorm's new album, Curse of the Crystal Coconut, with a voice over contribution from our own Fernando! Also go check Chris' Twitch! https://www.twi…

We are back! Another Live Streamed episode, this time with Daniel Carpenter from Sympho band CELESTIVL, to talk about Nightwish and stuff. Enjoy! Follow Dan's multiple thingys: https://danieltcarpenter.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUuplXBkRGD8QzCxEWrKIWg https://www.instagram.com/danielcarpentermusician/ https://www.youtube.com/CELESTIVL h…

Another weekend, another QuarantineCast Live Episode! This time around Bill Hudson is joining us once again, enjoy the chat! Find Bill and NorthTale online: https://www.instagram.com/billhudsongtr/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa0uI1VeVXhgKdV38EoVMFQ https://www.instagram.com/northtaleofficial/ https://northtale.bigcartel.com/ Support us on Pat…

Join us for another unedited live quarantine chat with Brittney Slayes, from Unleash the Archers! If you want to catch the live streams we are making in this time of quarantine, make sure to follow us on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/powerfulpodcast Follow UtA and support them in the following links: Brittney Slayes Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/br…

Join us for another unedited live quarantine chat with Jason Ashcraft, from Helion Prime, Dire Peril, and Planeswalker (busy lad!) If you want ot cath the live streams we are making in this times of quarantine, make sure to follow us on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/powerfulpodcast Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Foll…

Sup Nerds! In these times of staying at home, we are trying to do live streamed episodes with guests from bands that are suddenly grounded too, to hang out and not let the boredom win. Join us with Jake Wright from Viatyhn and Ravenous E.H. in this first attemp at powerful streams! Live Streams will happne on Youtube and Twitch, go subscribe to get…

In this times of home seclusion, you'll definitely have time to listen to them. Join us as we discuss the Longest Songs in Power Metal. What long songs do we like or dislike? What makes them so good or so bad? Why does fucking everyone make them? Are they worth it or cliche and self indulgent? News Falconer actually alive - https://www.facebook.com…

We're coming back at ya for part 2 of our huge 2010s decade retrospective. This part covers 2015-2019, more of our wonderful personal lives, reflection on the trends of the decade, and baseless speculation about the future! Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher - powerful. a powe…

The decade is over, another arbitrary milestone has passed; what did it mean for Power Metal? Join us in this trip down memory lane, going over what has been, what didn't go on, what began, and where we were in this first part of a long long chat over the 2010s in Power Metal. _______ Big/Good/Noteworthy Albums of Each Year 2010 Blind Guardian - At…

Join us with our fabulous guest mr Joey Hockin, main organizer of Vancouver's Hyperspace Metal Festival, touching on some points about festivals you might not be familiar with, and getting pumped up for this year's edition of one of the current North American Power Metal music festivals you simply can't miss. Get your tickets via Eventbrite!! https…

We got together with Erich Ulmer, bassist for Tanagra, to clear out the details about the current Trademark dispute the band is suffering, and why they are liquidating all their existing merch. You can support the band on their Bandcamp: https://tanagraband.bandcamp.com/ Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! Spot…

Better late than never! The year wraps up, a lot of music has blessed (and cursed) our ears, and you can hear all about it now -- Podacst on BGTO's Vinyl Mastering -- Astoundingly long lists of things we talk about in this episode: Best Debut Paladin - Awakening Ravenous - Eat the Fallen Dimhav - The Boreal Flame Northtale - Welcome to Paradise Mos…

News Galneryus new album ‘Into the Purgatory’ revealed - out October 23 https://www.facebook.com/galneryus.jp/photos/a.332198140267457/1442619482558645 Single: The Followers - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKRFICon5j8 Vision Divine new album ‘When All The Heroes Are Dead’ revealed - out October 25 https://www.facebook.com/scarletrecords/photos/a.…

PPUSA 2019's final day is over, and the whole gang raves about the whole festival, the good, the not so good, and everything in between.Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc - powerful. a power metal podcastWebsite - https://www.powerful-podcast.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/…

Day 3 of ProgPowerUSA 2019! Paladin! Seventh Wonder! Next Year Announcements!Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc - powerful. a power metal podcastWebsite - https://www.powerful-podcast.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/powerfulpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/powerf…

Day 2 of ProgPowerUSA 2019!!Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc - powerful. a power metal podcastWebsite - https://www.powerful-podcast.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/powerfulpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/powerfulpodcastTwitter - https://twitter.com/powerfulpm…

ProgPowerUSA 2019 Day 1 Review!Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc - powerful. a power metal podcastWebsite - https://www.powerful-podcast.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/powerfulpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/powerfulpodcastTwitter - https://twitter.com/powerfu…

News Manowar suing Hellfest, not drama queens https://metalinjection.net/latest-news/drama/manowar-stop-show-for-onstage-rant-about-hellfest-promoters-say-they-are-suing Katy Perry lawsuit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ytoUuO-qvg Helloween - live album - United Alive - October 4th 2019 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mat2YhaceaA https://media.nu…

Kyle and Andrew fly all the way to Wisconsin for Beers, Friends, and Mad With Power Fest 3! Big thanks to Ty from Lords of the Trident for putting on such a great show. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/powerfulpodcast Follow us! Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc - powerful. a power metal podcast Website - https://www.powerful-podcast.com/ …