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Metalheads Podcast

Metalheads Podcast

Metalheads Podcast is a metal-themed podcast featuring George, Jay, Will, John, Matt and Markisan. The guys discuss metal news and new releases, perform in-depth interviews with great metal bands, and just generally have a blast arguing about that greatest of musical styles: Metal!

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244:44

Metalheads Podcast Episode #142: featuring The Anchoret

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/09/27

This episode we welcome Ed Levitsky of The Anchoret to talk about the band's debut album, It All Began with Loneliness. He shares how he channeled his feelings of isolation and sadness during the pandemic into an outlet for creating the progressive metal record he always dreamed of. Ed also discussed what goes into his writing process, how his Dad influenced his love of prog music, what it's been like to bond with musicians from around the world, how he signed with Willowtip Records and why

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161:56

Metalheads Podcast Episode #141: Krull in the Skull

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/08/21

This episode we welcome back the incomparable Keith D to talk about his new Dragons of Krull and Panda Kingdom albums! He also gives us an update on the next Unearthed Elf record. We discuss his writing and recording process, where his deep love for Krull came from, what he learned from the mastering genius Maor Appelbaum and how a trip to the dentist led to the discovery of an enchanted realm of metal. After the interview, we cover news, new releases and what we've been listening to. Plus,

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186:18

Metalheads Podcast Episode #140: Kill 'Em All

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/07/28

This episode we cover the latest metal news and new releases, then reveal what we’ve been listening to lately. Plus, our Top 5 Back-to-Back Albums by Metal Bands and a conversation on gardening and pest control?! Ants. Aphids. Tomatoes. Pumpkins. Japanese beetles. Praying Mantises. Woodchucks. Metal.

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314:25

Metalheads Podcast Episode #139: Mid-Year Top 25

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/07/06

We're halfway through the year and you know what that means, dear metalheads... Our Top 25 Metal Albums at Mid-Year is here! 5+ hours of lists, libations and laughs! We're joined by our good friend Justin Riley, AKA the Dr. of Death Metal, as we count down our favorite records released between January and June. Plus, Will returns, delivering his classic caveman charm for the first 30 minutes before heading off to Atlas Brew Works to run a metal show. Fortunately, he leaves his list in the

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249:26

Metalheads Podcast Episode #138: featuring Oak Pantheon

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/05/25

This episode we are joined by Sami Sati and Tanner Swenson of Oak Pantheon. We start off with an interview and much hilarity ensues. George announces your opportunity to become fashion outcasts, before moving on to the usual traditions of T-Shirt and Beer Check, News, New Release and What We Are Listening To. We reveal the final results of the last Metal Thunderdome before moving on to Matt's Thunderdome opponents: Carcass' Swansong vs Celtic Frost's Cold Lake. Sami and Tanner, clearly

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210:49

Metalheads Podcast Episode #137: Soak the Whole Thing In

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/04/12

This episode we preview the 2023 Decibel Metal and Beer Fest in Philly with our friends Stacy Ciccone and Justin Riley! We discuss what bands we're most excited to see, sift through the mighty beer list and talk about how the metal community is mostly fluffy puppies and kitties. We also dig into News, New Releases and What We've Been Listening to. Plus, our Top 5 Death Metal Bands that Have Debuted Since 2015.

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165:08

Metalheads Podcast Episode #136: No Survivors

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/03/21

This episode we got to hang out with THREE metal guests! Chris Danacek (SKÁLA, Infera Bruo), Karl Chamberlain (SKÁLA, Alcyone) and Galen Baudhuin (Street Tombs, Aridus, Infera Bruo) joined us to discuss their current and upcoming projects. Chris shares his thoughts on the cathartic writing and recording process for his SKÁLA album, we get the low down on the "permanent hiatus" of Infera Bruo, Galen takes us inside his new one-man project Aridus, and Karl declares that no character will ever

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171:41

Metalheads Podcast Episode #135: And Then There Were...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/02/28

This episode we were down a couple men, but we carried on and crossed the finish line nearly three hours later. George receives the gift of beer, Matt receives an infamous first in D.C., and per usual we cover the News, New Releases and What We Are Listening To. For our Top 5 we count down our favorite deceased artists we are glad we saw live.

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260:39

Metalheads Podcast Episode #134: What Have Thou Wrought

Metalheads Podcast ·

2023/01/26

Our first episode of 2023 features honorary Metalheads member, Trevor Portz of Ashen Horde and Abhoria! He chats with us about Ashen Horde's acclaimed new album, Antimony, signing with Transcending Obscurity Records, the strangeness of releasing music years after he's completed it, the ongoing saga of his prog metal album and how he finds the energy to do so many activities with his wife.After the interview we dig into News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. We also count down

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323:16

Metalheads Podcast Episode #133: Top 25 Albums of 2022

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/12/13

Yippee-ki-yay! It's here. The Metalheads Podcast Top 25 Metal Albums of 2022! Featuring James Lewis of Decibel Magazine! We got together, had a few laughs, drank some beers and counted down our favorite extreme records of the year. So, grab a machine gun and make fists with your toes on the carpet because you're about to be trapped in the Metalheads Plaza for 5+ hours. Welcome to the party, pal.

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130:32

Metalheads Podcast Episode #132: F*ck Cancer!

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/11/21

In this uncharacteristically short episode, Will returns to the cast cancer-free and with a renewed distaste for the Black Album. In lightning-quick fashion we make short work of the News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. We announce the winner of last episode’s Metal Thunderdome and with tongue firmly planted in cheek we plow through our Top 5 Complaints About Decibel’s Year-End List. Make sure to stock up on your own top complaints, because our Top 25 Albums of 2022 will be

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240:25

Metalheads Podcast Episode #131: Half the Pastries on...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/10/24

This episode we kick things off with a roundtable discussion on which bands will be the next big hitters in metal. After using our old metal dick powers to predict the future of heavy music, we dive into News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. We also share our thoughts on the recently announced lineup for the 2023 Decibel Metal and Beer Fest in Philadelphia, and Jay locks Black Sabbath’s Born Again and Motorhead’s Another Perfect Day inside a bloody Metal Thunderdome. Plus,

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304:51

Metalheads Podcast Episode #130: You Look Lonely

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/09/12

This episode Will returns! We also welcome Samarth Singh, a new friend we met at Maryland Death Fest in May. We talk to Sam about discovering metal in his home country of India, continuing his education in America and how Will lured him to the dark side at MDF with sweet promises of companionship and beer. After getting to know Sam, we reveal the winner of our last Metal Thunderdome, then dig into Metal News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. Plus, Jay and Matt share stories

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249:01

Metalheads Podcast Episode #129: Tastes Like a Rusty...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/07/28

This episode our friend Steve McDowell returns to the podcast to fill in for Will, who just finished up his radiation treatments. Get better soon, buddy! We kicked things off with a spirited roundtable on bands doing reunions without key members. Then we discussed the latest metal news and new releases, and shared what we've been listening to lately. Plus, John locks us in the Metal Thunderdome with two of the best post metal albums of all time - Neurosis "Through Silver in Blood" Vs. Isis

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287:12

Metalheads Podcast Episode #128: Top 25 Albums of...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/06/28

It’s a midyear miracle! This episode we reveal our Top 25 metal albums released between January and June IN UNDER 5 HOURS! Pour a beer and prepare your ears for this aerodynamic countdown of the best metal recommendations around (and no one’s ever gonna keep em down). Plus, Will reads his old love letters from Jay.

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241:59

Metalheads Podcast Episode #127: Spontaneous Combustion

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/05/23

This episode our friend Justin Riley-Velez drops by to discuss the Edison Lot lineup for this month's Maryland Death Fest. We also reveal last episode's Metal Thunderdome results and dig into news, reviews, new releases and what we're listening to. Plus, Top 5 One Album Wonders, allergy size comparisons and Matt drinks so much he gets the hiccups... for nearly an hour.Going to MDF? The whole Metalheads Podcast crew and friends will be there! Be sure to say hello if you come across a herd of

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234:32

Metalheads Podcast Episode #126: featuring Josh...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/04/20

This episode we chatted with George's high school metal friend, Josh Aiken. We talked about how Josh got into heavy music, reminisced about the good old days of growing up Gen X and revealed our guilty pleasure bands. After throwing back a few beers and marveling at Josh's beard, we dove into Metal News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. Plus, Sadus – Swallowed in Black goes head-to-head with Autopsy – Severed Survival in the Metal Thunderdome and Josh tells us why you should

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212:04

Metalheads Podcast Episode #125: featuring Mark Deeks...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/03/22

This episode we talked with Mark Deeks about crafting his debut Arð album, Take Up My Bones. We discussed the story of Northumbrian monks carrying a coffin around for 200 years that informs the record, his lifelong passion for piano and vocal harmonies, playing in Winterfylleth and why he made a choice to be "musically selfish." Mark hung out after the interview to chat about Metal News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. Plus, our Top 5 Album Opening Songs, unpronounceable

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265:25

Metalheads Podcast Episode #124: featuring Trevor...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/03/01

This episode we welcomed back our friend Trevor Portz to chat about his band Abhoria and their new self-titled album, as well as his forthcoming Ashen Horde record. We discussed the musical differences between the bands, where the Abhoria name came from, signing with Prosthetic and Transcending Obscurity, and why Trevor has abandoned his devil given name, Vor. After the interview, we dug into Metal News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To, then we entered the Metal Thunderdome,

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256:56

Metalheads Podcast Episode #123: We Look Forward to...

Metalheads Podcast ·

2022/01/18

This episode we threw back a few beers with Warren Hendrickson, head brewer at Forward Brewing! We chatted with Warren about why he got into crafting beer, how his unfortunate early forays into nu metal led him down a trve metal path and what it’s like to leave a trail of breweries behind in his beer making wake. After we got the lowdown on Warren’s life, we kept the party going with Metal News, New Releases and What We’ve Been Listening To. After 4 hours of double-fisting fun, we shut down

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