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Signals From Mars Podcast

Signals From Mars has been broadcasting hard rock and heavy metal since 2009 — and the conversation is still going.Every episode is a chance to find something. Maybe it"s a band you"ve never heard of before. Maybe it"s a band you"ve always known about but never got around to checking out. Or maybe it"s a band you loved years ago, lost track of, and needed someone to remind you why they mattered.The show covers artist interviews, free-flowing music discussions, monthly album reviews, yearly album

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Jeff Phillips - Deeper Graves & Bringers Of Death

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2026/04/10

Episode 453 - Jeff Philips | Deeper Graves And Bringers Of DeathIn this episode of Signals From Mars, Victor speaks with Jeff Philips of Deeper Graves and Bringers Of Death.Jeff is involved in multiple projects that span different areas of heavy music, and in this conversation, he shares insight into his creative approach, how he manages multiple outlets, and what drives his consistent output. The discussion also explores the realities of working independently, balancing different musical

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96:00

Hall Of Fame 2026

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2026/04/09

Here are your RSS.com show notes for Episode 452 – Hall Of Fame Year 2, built directly from your transcript and following your exact structure:Episode 452 – Hall Of Fame Year 2The Signals From Mars Hall Of Fame returns for its second year—celebrating the bands that truly matter, as voted by the listeners.In this episode, Victor is joined by Metal Dan, Brad Dahl, and Jeremy Weltman to count down the Top 10 Hall Of Fame inductees for 2026. These artists were selected through fan voting, using the same

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38:50

Radian

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2026/03/27

Episode 451 of Signals From Mars features Radian, with all four members joining Victor for a discussion about the band, their creative process, and the energy behind what they’re doing right now. This episode is a great entry point for listeners who enjoy doom metal, stoner metal, sludge, and underground heavy music.Rather than revealing too much, this conversation sets the stage for listeners to discover the band through their own words. With the entire lineup participating, the episode captures

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42:30

John Corabi

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2026/03/24

In episode 450 of Signals From Mars, Victor sits down with John Corabi for a conversation that covers far more than just the usual career retrospective. This is a thoughtful, honest, and wide-ranging discussion with one of hard rock’s most distinctive voices.John opens up about work ethic, longevity, writing music on his own terms, and the mindset that has kept him moving through every phase of his career. The discussion also touches on the spirit behind his new music, how he views albums as

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February 2026 Albums Review

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2026/03/20

Victor is joined by Jeremy Weltman and Ed Ferguson to break down a wide range of hard rock and heavy metal releases from February 2026, with the goal of keeping new music in the conversation and helping listeners discover albums that deserve more attention. This episode mixes monthly album-review staples with broader discussion about style, songwriting, production, and why supporting new rock and metal still matters.Among the records and artists discussed are Tailgunner, Hoaxed, Converge,

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39:56

Mark Strigl

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2026/03/13

In Episode 448 of Signals From Mars, Victor M. Ruiz sits down with Mark Strigl for a conversation centered on some of the biggest talking points in hard rock and metal right now.Without giving the interview away, this episode digs into the kind of topics that always spark strong opinions among fans: the idea of Metallica playing the Sphere, Iron Maiden’s 50th anniversary and Eddfest, what it means if rock is once again gaining momentum, and the broader impact Talking Metal has had on podcasting in

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41:27

Philip Shouse

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2026/03/10

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1980

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2026/03/06

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46:14

Alex Skolnick

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2026/02/27

In Episode 445, Victor sits down with Alex Skolnick for a wide-ranging conversation that digs into creativity, collaboration, and the mindset of a player who never stops evolving. From the unique chemistry behind Metal Allegiance to reflections on live performance, artistic curiosity beyond metal, and moments that defined a legendary career, this episode balances deep guitar talk with thoughtful storytelling. We talk Metal Allegiance, Testament, Savatage, Ozzy, and The Alex Skolnick

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64:40

A Wilhelm Scream

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2026/02/24

In Episode 444 of Signals From Mars, I’m joined by Ben and Nuno from A Wilhelm Scream for a wide-ranging conversation that dives into the mindset behind their latest album Cheap Heat, the band’s creative process, and the many layers that make up their sound and identity.Rather than sticking to surface-level promo talk, this interview explores how the band thinks about album construction, influence, environment, collaboration, and longevity—both musically and personally. From unexpected cultural

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29:57

Hoexed

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2026/02/20

In Signals From Mars – Episode 443, I’m joined by Kat Keo of Hoaxed to talk about the band’s latest album, Death Knocks, and the evolution of their sound and lineup.We get into the sonic jump you’ll hear on this record, the creative process behind bringing April Dimmick into the fold, how that changed what the band can do musically, and how Death Knocks came together after Two Shadows. We also dig into genre labels (hard rock / heavy metal / gothic rock), the realities of coming from the Pacific

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71:32

January 2026 Albums Review

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2026/02/18

Signals From Mars – Episode 442January 2026 Albums ReviewEpisode 442 kicks off the 2026 album review season.Victor is joined by Jeremy (UK) and Ed (Kentucky) to discuss selected hard rock and heavy metal releases from January 2026. The month starts slow following the holidays, but quickly builds momentum with several notable releases across thrash, sludge, symphonic metal, traditional heavy metal, and underground death metal.Rather than covering everything released, the show focuses on the albums

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34:43

Greyhawk

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2026/02/13

In Episode 441 of Signals From Mars, we’re joined by Seattle heavy metal band Greyhawk to discuss their third full-length album, Warriors Of Greyhawk. Since emerging in 2018, Greyhawk has established themselves as one of the most consistently productive and road-tested bands in modern traditional heavy metal, releasing multiple EPs and full-length albums while refining their sound with each release.This conversation focuses on process, evolution, and intent rather than surface-level promotion. We

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31:32

Tailgunner

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2026/02/10

Signals From Mars – Episode 440On Episode 440 of Signals From Mars, Victor is joined by Bones and Rhea of UK heavy metal band Tailgunner to talk about their new album Midnight Blitz and the road that led them there.The conversation explores the band’s collaboration with legendary guitarist KK Downing, how that relationship came together naturally, and what it was like having such a hands-on presence involved in shaping the album. Bones and Rhea also discuss the evolution of Tailgunner since their

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71:06

2025 Albums Countdown

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2026/02/06

Signals From Mars – Episode 439 Fan-Voted 2025 Albums Countdown (Livestream)In Episode 439 of Signals From Mars, Victor is joined by members of the Signals From Mars community to recap the results of the fan-voted 2025 albums countdown.Listeners submitted their Top 10 albums of the year, the votes were tallied, and the final rankings were revealed live on air. This episode is driven entirely by the audience — no critics, no editorial lists, just passionate music fans discussing the albums that

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December 2025 Albums Review

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2026/01/30

🎸 Signals From Mars – Episode 438 (Livestream Recording) 🎸Join me tonight with Jeremy and Ed as we dive into the hard rock and metal albums released in December 2025. 🤘 We’ll be breaking down the latest releases, sharing standout tracks, unexpected favorites, and a few strong opinions along the way — from established heavyweights to releases that may have flown under the radar.Expect debate, surprises, and plenty of passionate music talk! 💬 Jump into the live chat and let us know your thoughts

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41:34

Struck A Nerve

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2026/01/23

🎸 Signals From Mars – Episode 437Guest: Nathan Sadd (Struck A Nerve / Shrapnel)In Episode 437 of Signals From Mars, host Victor welcomes guitarist Nathan Sadd, a key force behind the UK thrash band Struck A Nerve, as well as longtime member of Shrapnel.The conversation centers on the explosive debut self-titled album from Struck A Nerve, released in late November, and how the band evolved from a casual side project into a full-throttle modern thrash act gaining serious momentum. Nathan discusses

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51:43

Late 2025 Vinyl Haul

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2026/01/16

🎸 Signals From Mars – Episode 436: Vinyl Haul (October–Christmas Edition) 🎸In this episode of Signals From Mars, I dig into my latest vinyl haul, covering records added to my collection from October through Christmas. This is a pure vinyl-focused episode, spotlighting albums picked up over the past few months and the stories, memories, and motivations behind each addition.As always, this isn’t just a list of records — it’s a conversation about vinyl culture, the joy of collecting, revisiting

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81:01

2025 Recap

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2026/01/08

🎙️ Signals From Mars – Episode 435Hour One: 2025 Hard Rock & Heavy Metal RecapIn Episode 435 of Signals From Mars, Victor is joined by longtime patrons Brad Dahl, Jeremy Weltman, and Ed Ferguson for a spoiler-free recap of hard rock and heavy metal in 2025.This episode continues the revived Hour One format, focusing on conversation, reflection, and community rather than rankings, placements, or click-driven takes.🔥 Episode Topics🎸 Best-Selling Hard Rock & Metal Albums of 2025The panel

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112:40

October & November 2025 Albums Review

Signals From Mars Podcast ·

2026/01/08

🎸 Signals From Mars – Episode 434October & November 2025 Hard Rock & Metal Albums Review (Livestream)Episode 434 of Signals From Mars is a livestream-recorded episode featuring Victor M. Ruiz, joined by Jeremy and Ed, as they catch up on hard rock and heavy metal releases from October and November 2025.Recorded on December 12, this episode continues the show’s long-standing mission: supporting new music and keeping the hard rock and metal scene alive. Rather than living only in the

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