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Our listeners have been writing in with a lot to say lately. From suggesting new topics to weighing in on past discussions and sharing personal experiences, the feedback has been incredible. In this episode, we also address some criticism and discuss the Milwaukee Metal Fest.Join us as we dive further into great death metal vocalists, explore more workout metal, and pay the price for speaking our minds.

Join us for our latest discussion as we explore the purpose of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and  ruminate on the induction process for artists. We will also delve into what defines Rock & Roll, the presence of Rock & Roll bands in 2026, and the paradigms that determine how an artist fits within a specific genre.The conversation will include Jason bringing up the Ramones way too often, along with plenty of the usual detours from our hosts.

In this episode, we welcome back longtime friend Hamilton Jordan to discuss the much-anticipated new Genghis Tron album, "Signal Fire." We dive into how he and the band have evolved over the last twenty years, and we also explore topics like blast beats, self-taught musicianship, and the process of discovering new music.Genghis Tron’s new album, "Signal Fire," will be released this June on Relapse Records.

Meeting your heroes can be a mixed bag. While it offers an invaluable chance to connect with someone you admire, it also carries the risk of damaging your perception of them and their work.In today’s episode, we discuss the environmental and emotional factors involved in approaching a hero, the potential outcomes, and what people hope to achieve from these interactions. We also share the story of when Nick unexpectedly met Steve Harris of Iron Maiden in London.

Why do bands choose to sing in their native language when it might limit their worldwide appeal? Is it a matter of authenticity, nationalism, or pride? Furthermore, why are many listeners hesitant to engage with lyrics in a language they don't understand, and why was Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance so controversial?Join us as we discuss these topics and listen to Jason get irrationally mad about the appropriation of metal by those outside the community.

The Nevada City/Sacramento, California scene is rarely recognized as a hub for extreme metal, but Desiccation’s new album, "Legatum Mortuorum," is set to change that.In this episode, we speak with James Bratt, Soell Bratt, and Karl Cordtz about creating music during the pandemic, navigating grief, and the process behind their latest release on Carbonized Records.

What’s on your gym playlist? What pumps you up to blast those quads and pump iron?In this episode, Nick explains the concept of "workout metal," and we debate how much mood and environment affect what you listen to. Grab your dumbbells, hydrate, and join us!

What makes a death metal vocalist truly great? Whether they are guttural, raspy, or barely intelligible, we are exploring the qualities that allow certain vocalists to stand out from the crowd of cookie-cutter, and cookie monster, styles.In this discussion, we share our favorite vocalists and examine the unique elements that make each of them exceptional.

In celebration of Mortiis currently being on his "The Witches of Dystopia" tour, we are rewinding to episode 69 and our conversation with him from January 2024.You can also catch Mortiis on tour in North America now with Uada, Rome, and Wraith Knight.