Heavy Metal Tones

This week on Heavy Metal Tones, I dive deep into the vault to unearth two killer interviews from the Metal Roos archives. First up, I catch up with Steve Blanco of the avant-garde powerhouse Imperial Triumphant about their new album Goldstar, and dig into the chaos, the creativity, and the madness behind their sound. Then, I sit down with JT and Jess from Erra as they talk all things heavy and give us the lowdown on their much-anticipated upcoming Australian tour.Raw, real, and straight from the archives — this is Metal Roos Tapes: Volume 2. Don't miss it.www.metal-roos.com.au

In this first installment of a two-part deep dive, Heavy Metal Tones explores the dark, daring legacy of Celtic Frost—one of the most innovative and enigmatic forces in extreme metal. From their raw beginnings in Hellhammer to the genre-defying leaps of Morbid Tales and To Mega Therion, we trace the roots of their sound, their artistic vision, and the seismic influence they had on black, death, and avant-garde metal scenes. Join us as we uncover the mythos, the madness, and the music that reshaped heavy metal’s darkest edges.patreon.com/heavymetaltones Part two will be there same time next weeks episode airs

Winter is coming and so we’re dragging you down into the murky depths of doom with a look at Ancient Dreams, the third slab of heaviness from Candlemass. It’s 1988, the riffs are thick, the atmosphere is bleak, and Messiah Marcolin’s voice still sounds like it’s echoing from a cathedral built in hell. I tear into the album track by track—warts, wonders, and all—and ask the big question: does it crush like Nightfall, or does it stumble under its own weight? Tune in and find out. Doom awaits.As mentioned Ep 56 - Doom, Doom we are all Doomed!!!!!! is a starting point to the nuts n bolts of Doom Metal.....

This week on Heavy Metal Tones, I had an awesome chat with Lamoyne Alexander — a seriously talented artist who's made the bold move from the world of rap into full-on rock. We talk about what sparked that transition, how he’s blending the two genres in his own way, and the stories behind his brand new single and upcoming album. Lamoyne’s energy is contagious, and his passion for music is real. If you’re into genre-bending sounds and artists who take risks, you’re gonna love this one.

Here we go dear listeners the first of many to come The Metal Roos Mix tapes. hopefully once a month I will be uploading a mix episode of two to three interviews per episode. These are from the vaults of interviews I have done for the Australian Webzine Metal- Roos.Here is the link for Metal Roos please head there and all your metal needs will be covered.https://metal-roos.com.au/Here is the You Tube Chanel https://www.youtube.com/@MetalRoos

Welcome back, headbangers! This week on Heavy Metal Tones, we're diving into the crushing debut from one of thrash metal's most underrated pioneers - Metal Church's self-titled 1984 album.Emerging from the fertile metal scene of Aberdeen, Washington, Metal Church burst onto the scene with a raw intensity that bridged the gap between traditional heavy metal and the emerging thrash movement. The powerful vocals of David Wayne, whose distinctive high-pitched screams became a hallmark of their sound.The album's nine tracks showcase a band already confident in their musical vision - from the epic opener "Beyond the Black" to the menacing "Merciless Onslaught." Lyrically, Metal Church tackled themes of apocalyptic destruction, societal collapse, and religious hypocrisy - perfectly complementing their aggressive instrumental attack.What sets this debut apart is its technical precision coupled with an unrelenting heaviness. Dual guitarists Craig Wells and Kurdt Vanderhoof delivered intricate riffs and blistering solos while the rhythm section of bassist Duke Erickson and drummer Kirk Arrington maintained a thunderous foundation throughout.Often overshadowed by their more commercially successful peers, Metal Church's debut remains a testament to the raw power and innovation of early American metal. Join us as we celebrate this thrash classic, track by track, and explore how it influenced generations of metal acts to follow.www.patron.com/heavymetaltones

In this episode of Heavy Metal Tones, we dive into the thunderous clash of tradition and distortion—Folk Metal. From its roots in the early '90s to the rise of genre-defining bands like Skyclad, Finntroll, and Eluveitie, we trace the evolution of this unique fusion of ancient melodies and heavy riffs. Discover how folklore, mythology, and regional instruments brought new life to the metal scene and meet the pioneers who gave folk metal its voice. Support the show and keep the lights on herePatreon.com/heavymetaltonesCome chat and let me know what you think of Folk Metal on my page and in my messages https://www.facebook.com/HeavyMetalTones

This week on Heavy Metal Tones, we go full throttle with two absolute legends of the metal world — Ross the Boss and Stu Marshall! We dive into the details of their upcoming Australian tour, what fans can expect, and how these two shredders came together to form the powerhouse band Death Dealer. Ross shares epic stories from his iconic days with Manowar and The Dictators, while Stu gives us the inside scoop on crafting riffs that melt faces. Crank it up, this one’s packed with pure metal energy and tales from the road you won’t want to miss! 🤘#HeavyMetalTones #RossTheBoss #StuMarshall #DeathDealer #Manowar #TheDictators #MetalPodcast #AustralianTour

In this episode of Heavy Metal Tones, we plunge headfirst into the dystopian soundscapes and haunting lyricism of Ghostseeker’s debut album, Divergence. From apocalyptic prophecy to fractured realities, we unravel the threads of isolation, control, and resistance woven through each track. Join me as I dissect the brutal poetry and bleak beauty behind the words—because in a world gone dark, the lyrics still scream.🔥 Plug in. Tune out