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And Now The Band

And Now The Band is a podcast focused on music mainly in the Rock or Metal realm. With a love of music of all sorts, there is a heavy emphasis on the underground variety. Tom (the Host) spends his time going to shows all over, watching bands play in front of crowds from no one to 10s of thousands of people. Join the conversation and learn about some bands you may never have heard of without this show. Life is an experience, don"t forget to enjoy it.

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01:17:52

EP 203 Cyhra

And Now The Band ·

2025/04/16

Jake E and Euge from Cyhra discussed their band's journey, including their new single "Skin and Bones" and the challenges of releasing singles versus albums. They highlighted the impact of streaming services, noting that only a small percentage of streams translate to album sales. They also addressed the difficulties of touring in the U.S. due to visa issues and the high costs involved. The conversation touched on the evolving music industry, the importance of artistic integrity, and

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00:53:04

EP 202 Veilcaste

And Now The Band ·

2025/04/13

Tom and John engaged in an extensive discussion about their shared passion for music, focusing on their favorite bands, concert experiences, and the challenges of promoting their own music in the digital age. They delved into the intricacies of the music industry, including touring, album production, and merchandise, while also touching on personal topics such as their experiences with alcohol and cannabis. The conversation concluded with plans for upcoming performances and potential collaborations,

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00:42:23

EP 201 Cult of Alcaeus

And Now The Band ·

2025/04/11

The new split album by Cult of Alcaeus and Necro Algorithm, featuring seven songs. The bands, both formed in 2024, collaborated due to label interest. Melkor, involved in numerous projects, contributed four songs. The album is selling well, with plans for a release party on March 28 and a potential tour in May. The bands aim to avoid pay-to-play scenarios, preferring 50/50 agreements. They discussed their influences, including Sepultura, and future plans for new albums and potential tours in Europe

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00:32:40

EP 200 Ernie C of Body Count

And Now The Band ·

2025/04/09

Grammy Award winning Ernie C of the Body Count joins me to discuss his journey in the music industry, sharing memories of his experiences and the band's impact over the years. He reminisced about his connections to Detroit, early musical influences, and collaborations with other artists, while also touching on personal topics such as sobriety and views on race and politics. The conversation covered various aspects of their careers, including performances at music festivals, recording

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00:27:09

EP 199 Daniel Erlandsson (Arch Enemy)

And Now The Band ·

2025/04/06

Daniel Erlandsson, drums behind the legendary Arch Enemy, joins me for a short conversation about what's going on in the AE world with the upcoming tour with Fit For An Autopsy, our friends in Thrown Into Exile and Bast.Catch this tour in a city near you!#archenemy #fitforanautopsy #thrownintoexile #bast #livemusic

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00:41:14

EP 198 Freedomination

And Now The Band ·

2025/04/04

Jukka Ahlström, Tom, and Timo discuss their band Freedomination's latest album, released on February 26, which has received positive feedback, particularly for tracks like "The Raven" and "Until the Lights." They mention a release show where they played the album in its entirety. The band, together for 17 years, reflects on their evolution and influences, including Megadeth, Iron Maiden, and John Bush. They also discuss the importance of live performances, the impact of

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00:36:18

EP 197 Blind Scryer

And Now The Band ·

2025/04/02

Tom and Blair discuss Blind Scryers upcoming seven-inch release with Third House Communications, featuring two songs from their old lineup. Blind Scryer is excited about playing at Legalize Lex on Saturday 4/19. They also discuss the local music scene, including bands like Faerie Ring, and Crop. Blair shares his love for digging for rare vinyl and mentions upcoming shows, including Earthless in Asheville. They both look forward to Legalize Lex, highlighting its strong lineup and community spirit.Get

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00:56:22

EP 196 Pyres

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/30

Andy from Pyres discussed the release of their new album "Yun," available since March 7. The album, which took four years to complete, features standout tracks like "A Depth Charge in a Dead Sea" and "Old Dogs." Andy shared personal experiences of trauma and grief, emphasizing the cathartic process of creating music. The band, which includes long-time members and a new drummer, aims to maintain momentum through live shows and strategic planning. They highlighted the

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00:37:56

EP 195 Dark Meditation

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2025/03/28

Adam and Tom delve into Adam's band, Dark Meditation, and their new album "Where the Darkness Bleeds," set to release on Carry On the Gloom Records. The album, influenced by heavy metal, goth rock, and death rock, explores themes of love, lust, and death. Dark Meditation plans to perform at the Hell's Heroes festival in Texas, where they will showcase a mix of new and old songs. They also discuss the challenges and rewards of being in a band, including the decision to self-release

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00:51:06

EP 194 HolyRoller

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/26

Tom and Adam had a wide-ranging conversation covering personal experiences with mental health, music careers, and the challenges of touring. They discussed Adam's new band HolyRoller, their upcoming album, and potential future performances. The conversation also touched on the impact of the pandemic on their work lives and their shared experiences as essential workers during that time.#holyroller #newmusic #ripplemusic #andnowtheband #podcasting

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00:49:08

EP 193 Friendship Commanders

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/23

Buick and Jerry from Nashville based Friendship Commanders join me for an in-depth conversation. We talk about their process of naming their albums, how Friendship Commanders came to be, working with the legendary Steve Albini and their upcoming show at Legalize Lex!I made a mistake in the video about who plays what night for Legalize. Horseburner and Lo-Pan play saturday with Friendship Commanders and all those other amazing bands. Temple of the Fuzz Witch and Hashtronaut play on Friday

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00:57:18

EP 192 Weed Demon

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/21

Jordan and Nick of Ohio based Weed Demon join me to discuss the upcoming Legalize Lex festivities. We discuss their introduction to Braun and the rest of the dudes in Crop, which lead to their involvement in Brauns festival Legalize Lex. We also dive into The Doom Scroll, Weed Demons latest album.Legalize Lex is in it's second year, first year as a multi day festival, with bands from all over coming to Lexington Kentucky to share their love of Stoner Doom music. Hosting bands such as

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00:48:00

EP 191 -(16)-

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/19

Bobby from 16 (the band) discussed the inspiration behind their new album "Guides for the Misguided," which draws from a book by an attorney on religious criminality. The album blends sludge and rock influences, with themes of atheism and the importance of living in the present. Bobby emphasized the band's dedication to practicing and jamming, which has led to a unique sound. He shared experiences from their recent European tour, highlighting sold-out shows and memorable venues like

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00:50:49

EP 190 Rwake

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/16

Brittany and John from Rwake (pronounced Wake) discussed their upcoming album release, emphasizing its diverse musical elements and the band's 30-year history. They highlighted the album's unique blend of genres and the importance of writing for themselves rather than specific audiences. The conversation covered their creative process, the significance of live performances, and their plans for touring, including shows in Nashville, Little Rock, Shreveport, and New Orleans. They also

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01:05:28

EP 189 Radian

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/14

Mike from the band Radian discussed their journey, starting in 2019 with initial material in 2017. They released "Chapters" in 2020 and faced challenges during COVID-19. Radian is an independent band, releasing their own records on Burns' label. They emphasize the importance of touring and promoting their music, with upcoming shows in April at Legalize Lex and a tour starting May 16th. Burns detailed their recording process, including using Pro Tools and the mixing and

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01:04:08

EP 188 Swamp Hawk

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/12

Josh Flowers of Kentucky based Swamp Hawk takes some time to chat with me about all the things.Swamp Hawk has some new vinyl coming out with Louisville based Third House Communications. They're also active with shows, the most notable is Lexington based Legalize Lex.Legalize Lex is in it's 2nd year, hosted by Braun Dabney of Lexington based Crop! This year is shaping up to be an absolute rager with the amount of bands that are on this bill and spread over 2 days at the Legendary Als Bar in

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00:58:46

EP 187 SOM

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/09

Tom and Will Benoit discuss the release of SOM's new album "Let the Light In," which features eight tracks and took a year to write and record. They talk about the band's touring plans, including a tour with Earthside and a stop at Portal in Louisville. Will shares the challenges faced during the album's production, including a lineup change. They also discuss the band's influences, including Depeche Mode, and their creative process. The album will be released on March 14,

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01:12:51

EP 186 Clean and Sober Stoner

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/07

Scott Spiers hosts a podcast with interviews, album reviews and all around excitement for the world of Stoner Doom called Clean and Sober Stoner. Scott has an amazing story and love for music. He's spent countless hours honing his craft.Scott and I have a conversation that runs from Mental Health, to politics to (the most important thing) what bands have our ears peaked currently. Take a few minutes and give it a listen and go check out what Scott has going on. He's a great dude looking to

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00:29:09

EP 185 KATLA

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/05

KATLA's new album "Scandinavian Pain" is set to release on March 21, 2025, through Napalm Records. The band, together since 2015, features new member Theis on bass and vocals. The album's unique blend of styles, including unexpected interludes, was a deliberate creative choice. The writing process began after the departure of their previous bassist, with the first single being "Taurus." The band was signed by Napalm Records after a live show video was shared, highlighting

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00:47:52

EP 184 Exiled Hope

And Now The Band ·

2025/03/02

Tom interviews Sofia Frasz about her music project, Exiled Hope. Sofia, a law student, started writing for "Apocrypha" in 2021, handling all instruments and vocals. She released two full-length albums and an EP before working on "Apocrypha," which showcases her growth as an artist. Sofia emphasizes the importance of discipline and continuous learning in music and law. She aims to expand into film scoring and has written a soundtrack for a short film. Sofia discusses the

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