The Rock Metal Podcast

In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Devin Townsend about his new album 'Lightwork' out now via Century Media Records, as well as the Dreamsonic Tour 2023 with Dream Theater, Animals as Leaders, and Devin Townsend.During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Devin learned working with producer, Garth Richardson and more information about the Dreamsonic Tour 2023.'Lightwork' was Produced by Garth Richardson, Mastered by Troy GlessnerThe band Words That Burn is for fans of: Dream Theater, Animals As Leaders, Spock's Beard, Strapping Young LadHeavy Hitters from today's episode:1. Try working with a producer if you haven’t in the past, as it can help to filter some ideas in forcing you to listen to someone else.2. Know the kind of person you are, and therefore the kind of people to have around you to ensure a right fit for the team. A good team goes places further.3. Document moments in your life as accurately as possible. People will resonate with the art that you create as a result.Check out more information on today's episode here:http://www.therockmetalpodcast.ca

In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Jyrki 69 of the band The 69 Eyes about their new album ‘Death of Darkness’ out now via Atomic Fire Records (Valila music House in Finland).During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Jyrki 69 has learned working with some new producers, releasing singles instead of albums and working in a totally new way to produce great music.'Death of Darkness' was Mixed and Mastered by Miles Walker (https://www.mixedbymiles.com/).The band The 69 Eyes is for fans of: Lacrimas Profundere, Charon, HIM, Poisonblack, To/Die/For.Heavy Hitters from today's episode:1. Try new ways to approach the creative process, such as working on singles instead of an album, getting feedback with each release2. Bring in producers from other genres to help bring fresh ideas.3. If you're used to recording tracks separately, try playing together as a band live off the floor to get a sound that's closer to you as a group of musicians.Check out more information on today's episode here:http://www.therockmetalpodcast.ca

In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Nik Serén of the band Hong Faux about their new album ‘Desolation Years’ out now via Golden Robot Records.During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Roni learned working with their producer, Josh Shroeder.'Desolation Years' was Produced by Hong Faux, Mixed and Mastered by Sebastian Forslund.The band Words That Burn is for fans of: Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, Mother of God, and One Inch GiantHeavy Hitters from today's episode:1. It can be hard to imagine people enjoying the art that you create; working on how you meet with fans can have a greatly positive impact on the artist / fan relationship2. Make records for yourself that will make you happy to have released for the rest of your life and beyond.3. Always keep an open mind with regard to new equipment, as it may surprise you what comes out on the market next.Check out more information on today's episode here:http://www.therockmetalpodcast.ca

In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Mr. Lordi of the band Lordi about their new album ‘Screem Writers Guild’ via Atomic Fire Records.During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as having patience to see your goals and dreams through. Mr. Lordi talks about losing band members over the years, while sticking through to his vision.'Screem Writers Guild' was Produced by Mr. Lordi with Mr. Mana and Janne Halmkrona; Mixed by Ilkka Herkman / Ilusound Oy; Mastered by Pauli Saastamoinen / Finnvox StudiosThe band Mr. Lordi is for fans of: Battle Beast, Powerwolf, Sabaton, U.D.O.Heavy Hitters from today's episode:1. Have confidence in yourself, because you’re the best person to be you.2. Be able to do what you love to do - never stop working towards your goals and dreams.3. Have patience with your goals on the road to success.Check out more information on today's episode here:http://www.therockmetalpodcast.ca

In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Adam Gontier of the band Saint Asonia about their new album ‘Introvert / Extrovert’.During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what working with other professional songwriters and musicians in your hometown, as well as in other cities.'Introvert / Extrovert' was Produced, Mixed, Mastered by Anton DeLost.The band Saint Asonia is for fans of: Art of Dying, Adelitas Way, 10 Years, Through Fire, The Veer UnionHeavy Hitters from today's episode:1. Take time to collabourate with other musicians, albeit in Nashville or Toronto2. Keep it simple with equipment, what do you need and leave everything else out.3. Don’t do drugs, and make sure to keep relationships healthyCheck out more information on today's episode here:http://www.therockmetalpodcast.ca

In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Roni MacRuairi of the band Words That Burn about their new album ‘Cut Throat Culture’.During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Roni learned working with their producer, Josh Shroeder.'Cut Throat Culture' was Produced, Mixed, Mastered by Josh Shroeder (Lorna Shore, Butcher Babies, King 810).The band Words That Burn is for fans of: Parkway Drive, Bring Me The Horizon, Architects, Korn, SpiritboxHeavy Hitters from today's episode:1. Go into a record thinking about how to make the best record possible, rather than how to make money off of the record2. Reach out to producers you want to work with, since you never know if they’ll have time for you3. Write heavy songs stripped back down to just an acoustic guitar or piano to test if it’s a great songCheck out more information on today's episode here:http://www.therockmetalpodcast.ca