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Heavy Metal News & Interviews: The Loaded Radio Podcast

Heavy metal news, hard rock interviews and the stories behind the music — hosted by Scott Penfold, a 20-year rock radio broadcaster and the founder of Loaded Radio. Two shows, one feed. The Loaded Radio Podcast brings long-form interviews with the biggest names in metal — Dave Mustaine, Corey Taylor, Randy Blythe, Max Cavalera, Phil Anselmo, Dave Lombardo and more. Not press-cycle soundbites. Real conversations about the records, the lineups, the fallouts and the comebacks, from someone who’s been

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57:50

JOEY JORDISON Tribute: KALEN CHASE (VIMIC) & FRED...

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2025/07/01

Hear the Icon's Final Beats & Tributes: A Look at Joey Jordison's New Album Release and LP In Honor of Him The Joey Jordison Tribute episode: The unparalleled legacy of Joey Jordison continues to thrive with upcoming music. Sinsaenum offers a second taste of their new album, In Devastation, with the single "Last Goodbye," serving as their first material since Joey's passing and a direct tribute. Meanwhile, Vimic's long-awaited album, Open Your Omen, featuring Joey Jordison's final recordings, is

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56:09

A Deep Dive with Killswitch Engage's Jesse Leach &...

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2025/06/23

This week, the Loaded Radio Podcast brings you an unparalleled Jesse Leach Josh Todd podcast interview, featuring candid conversations with two powerhouse vocalists. Jesse Leach discusses Killswitch Engage's latest album, This Consequence, delving into its themes of unity and righteous anger. Josh Todd of Buckcherry pulls back the curtain on their imminent eleventh album, Roar Like Thunder, and their enduring partnership with producer Marti Frederiksen. Get ready for a deep dive into new music,

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53:27

RIVERS OF NIHIL & GWAR Unleashed: Dive Into the...

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2025/06/17

This week on the Loaded Radio Podcast, prepare your ears for a double dose of metal mastery and monstrous mayhem! We're thrilled to host two titans of the scene: Adam Biggs, the visionary bassist and lyricist from the critically acclaimed progressive death metal band Rivers Of Nihil, and Grodius Maximus, the outrageous guitarist from the one and only extraterrestrial overlords, GWAR. This isn't just any podcast episode; it's a deep dive into the creative forces behind some of the most compelling

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43:25

THE HAUNTED New Album Interview: MARCO ARO Discusses...

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2025/06/10

Plus, Byzantine frontman Chris "OJ" Ojeda joins The Loaded Radio Podcast to discuss the band's monstrous new record, Harbingers. This week's can't-miss podcast features our full The Haunted new album interview with frontman Marco Aro, who dives deep into the band's 8-year journey to create Songs Of Last Resort. We are also joined by Chris "OJ" Ojeda, who gives us the exclusive story behind Byzantine's powerful new album, Harbingers. Finding The Haunted New Album Interview? You're in the Right

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57:02

POP EVIL's LEIGH KAKATY & STEVE COBUCCI from WOLVES...

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2025/06/02

Don't miss the latest heavy metal interviews on The Loaded Radio Podcast! This episode features Leigh Kakaty of Pop Evil discussing their new acoustic EP, "Unleaded," and the band's evolution, plus Steve Cobucci of Wolves At The Gate on their powerful new album, "Wasteland" (released May 30, 2025), faith, and the "Christian Metalcore" tag. Looking for the inside scoop on new releases and in-depth conversations with the artists shaping the metal scene? The Loaded Radio Podcast is your destination

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45:49

The WAGE WAR Interview: Guitarist/Clean Vocalist CODY...

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2025/05/27

Must-Hear Wage War STIGMA Interview with Cody Quistad on The Loaded Radio Podcast, Plus Underground Art Insights This week’s Loaded Radio Podcast features an in-depth Wage War STIGMA interview with guitarist/vocalist Cody Quistad, who breaks down the band's 2024 album, songwriting, and sonic direction. The episode also showcases metal-inspired visual artist Cindy Jakoplic in our "Voices From The Underground" segment, discussing her powerful artwork. This latest episode of The Loaded Radio

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56:23

CARLA HARVEY Talks THE VIOLENT HOUR and Fronting...

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2025/05/20

On this week’s Loaded Radio Podcast, Carla Harvey (formerly of Butcher Babies) joins Scott for the first time to talk about her brand-new band The Violent Hour, her role as the new frontwoman of Lords Of Acid, and her evolution as an artist. In the second half of the episode, Metal Injection journalist and content creator Greg Kennelty appears on Voices From The Underground, diving into the state of music journalism, independent media, and his growing YouTube presence. Carla Harvey launches The

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59:58

CHRIS ADLER Talks FIRSTBORNE, Health Struggles, and...

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2025/05/11

The Grammy-winning drummer joins the Loaded Radio Podcast to discuss new music, past tensions, and what really happened with Megadeth and Lamb Of God TL;DR The Chris Adler Loaded Radio Podcast interview: The drummer talks about his latest band Firstborne, living with musician’s dystonia, and—for the first time in full—what led to his firing from Lamb Of God. In this in-depth conversation, Adler opens up about working with Dave Mustaine on Megadeth's Dystopia, the emotional toll of being let go

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21:15

JUSTINE JONES Of EMPLOYED TO SERVE Talks ‘Fallen...

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2025/05/05

Justine Jones Employed To Serve Interview: Justine sits down with Scott Penfold on the latest Loaded Radio Podcast to dive deep into the band’s latest album Fallen Star, collaborating with Will Ramos of Lorna Shore, drawing inspiration from Scandinavian melodic death metal, and how she balances fronting a crushing metalcore band while running Church Road Records. Justine Jones opens up about the emotional and creative journey behind Fallen Star With their highly anticipated fifth studio

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40:14

AARON BEAM of RED FANG Talks 'Deep Cuts' And 20 Years...

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2025/04/28

Aaron Beam discusses Red Fang’s new collection and two decades of riff-driven sludge metal, plus Justin Benlolo of BRKN Love joins the show TL;DR This week on the Loaded Radio Podcast, Aaron Beam from Red Fang joins us to celebrate the band's 20th anniversary and discuss the release of their latest collection, Deep Cuts. Beam dives into the band's beginnings, the process of assembling rare tracks, and the inspiration behind Red Fang’s unrelenting sound. Later in the episode, Justin Benlolo of BRKN

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24:32

LAMB OF GOD’s MARK MORTON Opens Up About New Solo...

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2025/04/13

Mark Morton Talks Chester Bennington, Solo Album Without The Pain & Lamb Of God’s Future On The Loaded Radio Podcast TL;DR: Lamb Of God guitarist Mark Morton joins the Loaded Radio Podcast to talk about his soulful new solo album Without The Pain, collaborating with late Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington, the creative process in Lamb Of God, and his honest thoughts on both current and former bandmates. Mark Morton Unleashes His Blues-Driven Side With Without The Pain Mark Morton

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44:40

ALLEGAEON’s Greg Burgess on ‘The Ossuary Lens’ +...

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2025/04/06

Loaded Radio Podcast: Greg Burgess of Allegaeon Discusses 'The Ossuary Lens' & Warfield Talks Thrash Metal TL;DR On this episode of the Loaded Radio Podcast, Scott Penfold sits down with Greg Burgess of Allegaeon to discuss the band's latest album, “The Ossuary Lens”, which was released on April 4 via Metal Blade Records. This marks the band’s first new music featuring original vocalist Ezra Haynes since his departure in 2015. Also featured is a conversation with German thrash metal trio

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36:46

JETHRO TULL's IAN ANDERSON Talks ‘Curious Ruminant,’...

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2025/03/19

an Anderson Talks New Jethro Tull Album Curious Ruminant And Band’s Legacy On The Loaded Radio Podcast TL;DR Jethro Tull frontman Ian Anderson joins The Loaded Radio Podcast to discuss the band’s latest album Curious Ruminant, which arrived on March 7, 2025. Anderson shares insights into the songwriting process, the return of former keyboardist Andrew Giddings, and how the band’s sound continues to evolve. He also reflects on Jethro Tull’s historic Grammy win over Metallica, their legacy in

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26:03

MICHAEL AMOTT Talks ARCH ENEMY’s Crushing New Album...

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2025/03/11

Arch Enemy’s Michael Amott Talks Blood Dynasty, Jeff Loomis’ Exit, and More on The Loaded Radio Podcast TL;DR: Arch Enemy founder and guitarist Michael Amott joins The Loaded Radio Podcast to discuss the band’s highly anticipated new album Blood Dynasty, which arrives March 28, 2025. In this exclusive interview, Amott dives deep into the writing process, lineup changes, and the evolution of Arch Enemy’s sound. Arch Enemy are gearing up to release their thunderous new album, Blood Dynasty, on

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25:17

WHITECHAPEL’s BEN SAVAGE Talks 'Hymns In Dissonance',...

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2025/03/05

Whitechapel’s Ben Savage On The Loaded Radio Podcast TL;DR In this episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast, Whitechapel guitarist Ben Savage discusses the band's highly anticipated new album, Hymns In Dissonance, set for release on March 7 via Metal Blade Records. He dives into the writing process, the band’s heaviest breakdowns yet, his biggest influences, and what fans can expect from their upcoming North American tour. Listen to the full interview below! Whitechapel’s Hymns In Dissonance: Their Most

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31:10

JOHNNY KELLY Talks TYPE O NEGATIVE, PETER STEELE, And...

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2025/02/19

Johnny Kelly From Sun Don't Shine, Quiet Riot, Silvertomb and Type O Negative on the Loaded Radio Podcast Johnny Kelly has been a staple in the heavy music world for decades. Best known for his tenure as the drummer for Type O Negative, Kelly has kept himself incredibly busy over the years, working with Danzig, Quiet Riot, Kill Devil Hill, and more. On this week’s edition of The Loaded Radio Podcast, Johnny joins us to discuss everything from his time in Type O Negative to his thoughts on a

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31:11

James LaBrie on Dream Theater’s ‘Parasomnia,’...

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2025/02/12

Dream Theater fans have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of Parasomnia, the progressive metal icons’ latest full-length album, and now that it's here, it's proving to be one of their most compelling releases in years. With the return of founding drummer Mike Portnoy and a fresh creative energy flowing through the band, Parasomnia not only marks a reunion but also signals an exciting new chapter in Dream Theater’s storied career. On this episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast, host Scott Penfold sits

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34:13

LACUNA COIL: Cristina Scabbia Unveils the Making of...

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2025/01/28

Join us as Lacuna Coil’s iconic frontwoman, Cristina Scabbia, sits down for an exclusive interview on The Loaded Radio Podcast! Cristina dives deep into the band’s highly anticipated new album, Sleepless Empire, set for release on February 14, 2025, via Century Media Records. In this captivating conversation, Cristina shares: 🎵 The inspiration behind Sleepless Empire and its roots in the Comalies XX sessions. 🤘 Collaborating with guest vocalists Randy Blythe (Lamb of God) on "Hosting The Shadow"

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25:34

THE HALO EFFECT Guitarist NICLAS ENGELIN On The...

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2025/01/22

Niclas Engelin of The Halo Effect Joins Scott Penfold on The Loaded Radio Podcast This week’s episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast, hosted by Scott Penfold, features a can’t-miss conversation with guitarist Niclas Engelin of The Halo Effect and former In Flames axeman. Niclas dives into the details behind The Halo Effect's anticipated new album, March Of The Unheard, offering insights into the creative process and themes that shaped the record. In addition to discussing the band’s latest work, Niclas

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32:44

SKINLAB’S STEEV ESQUIVEL And Famed Producer ULRICH WILD

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2025/01/12

The latest edition of The Loaded Radio Podcast is here, and this week’s episode is packed with heavy-hitting talent! Host Scott Penfold sits down with two incredible guests from the world of groove metal and legendary music production: Steev Esquivel of Skinlab and renowned producer Ulrich Wild. First up, Scott chats with Steev Esquivel, vocalist and bassist for groove metal veterans Skinlab. The band recently dropped their first new track in nearly four years, the crushingly heavy "Flesh Wounds",

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