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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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04:46

Iron Maiden's Pophouse Deal, Alex Terrible Takes The...

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2026/07/15

Iron Maiden's new Pophouse Entertainment partnership gets a second look, Slaughter To Prevail's Alex Terrible handles tour backlash with real grace, and KnuckleBonz unveils a full digital museum honoring Cliff Burton. In this episode: [0:00] Intro [0:32] Iron Maiden x Pophouse Entertainment — the ABBA/KISS hologram company's new stake in Maiden [1:39] Alex Terrible addresses backlash aimed at tour opener Rev3rent [3:04] KnuckleBonz and the Cliff Burton family estate unveil the Cliff Burton Museum

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03:42

Mike Browning Dies at 62, Guns N' Roses' AFSP Charity...

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2026/07/14

Death metal loses a true pioneer this week — Mike Browning of Morbid Angel and Nocturnus has died at 62. Guns N' Roses partner with Fandiem for a Rose Bowl VIP giveaway benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. And Black Sabbath's Bill Ward opens up about missing Ozzy Osbourne as the one-year anniversary of his passing approaches. In this episode: [0:00] Intro [0:29] Remembering Mike Browning, death metal's "sci-fi godfather" — Morbid Angel and Nocturnus [1:35] Guns N' Roses x

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04:11

Mastodon's New Album, Sleep Token's Platinum Plaque,...

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2026/07/13

Mastodon announces their first album since losing Brent Hinds — and it comes with a surprise Josh Homme cameo. Sleep Token keeps racking up RIAA hardware, with "Caramel" going platinum and "Dangerous" going gold. And we've got a genuinely great health update from Coal Chamber drummer Mikey "Bug" Cox after his latest cancer surgery. In this episode: [0:00] Intro [0:25] Mastodon announce "Marrow Deep," out August 28 — first album since Brent Hinds' passing, featuring Josh Homme's first Mastodon

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30:57

Dez Fafara Explains Shocking DevilDriver Shifts |...

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2026/07/12

Nu-metal pioneer and groove metal icon Dez Fafara joins host Scott Penfold on the Loaded Radio Podcast this week to blow the doors off the upcoming DevilDriver album, Strike and Kill. In an exclusive, completely unscripted conversation, Dez explains why the band made a deliberate tactical pivot back to the punishing, double-bass-driven DevilDriver early sound that defined their legendary mid-2000s records. Inside this week's full metal broadcast: The Return of Legacy Blood: Dez discusses the

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05:45

Iron Maiden Blasts Rock Hall Induction | Anthrax...

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2026/07/10

Steve Harris and Bruce Dickinson have officially broken their silence on Iron Maiden's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026—and their blunt, unfiltered reactions prove exactly why they are heavy metal royalty. On today's episode of the Metal Breakdown Daily, host Scott Penfold breaks down the band's total apathy toward the Los Angeles induction ceremony, why they refuse to cancel their 2026 Australian tour dates to attend, and how Steve Harris is just glad "the Americans will

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04:36

Corey Taylor Mental Health Struggle, Suffocation...

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2026/07/08

On today's episode of The Metal Breakdown Daily, host Scott Penfold discusses an incredibly raw, unfiltered look into the personal life of one of metal's biggest frontmen. Slipknot vocalist Corey Taylor has opened up about his intense mental health journey, revealing it took the coordinated efforts of three therapists working simultaneously to help him look at past mistakes and rebuild his life. Appearing on a recent podcast, Taylor shared that three years ago, deep-seated insecurities left him

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05:16

Official Black Sabbath Ozzy Book Announced, Megadeth...

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2026/07/07

On today's episode of The Metal Breakdown Daily, host Scott Penfold breaks down a massive day of rock history, last-minute festival chaos, and a poignant heavy metal tribute. We start with the highly anticipated announcement of 'The Masters Of Reality', a massive 500-page officially backed Black Sabbath book arriving this October through Rufus Publishing. Overseen by legendary rock photographer Ross Halfin, the project chronicles the band's iconic Ozzy Osbourne-fronted eras up to their historic

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06:23

Sammy Hagar Trump Backlash, Ozzy Osbourne Exhibition,...

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2026/07/07

On today's episode of The Metal Breakdown Daily, host Scott Penfold unpacks a massive weekend of rock and heavy metal news, starting with a patriotic firestorm surrounding the Red Rocker himself. Sammy Hagar is aggressively defending his involvement in the "Freedom 250" 4th of July celebration in Washington, D.C.. After severe thunderstorms completely washed out the musical portion of the event, fans flooded social media with outrage over Hagar's connection to an event featuring President Donald

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06:01

Parkway Drive Announce Legacy Album Anniversary Tour...

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2026/06/24

On today's edition of the Loaded Radio Daily Breakdown, host Scott Penfold brings his 25-year rock radio personality to the mic to unpack an absolutely massive day of rock and metal news across the global grid. First up, Australian metalcore titans Parkway Drive are throwing it back to their absolute foundational roots. The band has officially confirmed their "Killing Horizons Tour" hitting Australia this August. Instead of standard tour packages, they are setting up specialized, intimate two-night

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07:12

IRON MAIDEN Paris Blackout Disaster + Deftones Eros...

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2026/06/23

On today's edition of the Loaded Radio Daily Breakdown, host Scott Penfold brings his 25-year rock radio personality to the mic to unpack the absolute wildest 48 hours of stadium chaos, internet data breaches, and industry reboots. First up, we break down the absolute disaster that struck Iron Maiden's June 22 concert at the La Défense Arena in Paris, France. Mid-song, a massive city-wide power outage plunged Europe's largest indoor venue into pitch-black darkness. We talk about the hour-long

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07:42

IRON MAIDEN Paris Phone Ban + Anthrax's Benante...

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2026/06/22

On today's episode of the Loaded Radio Daily Breakdown, host Scott Penfold delivers a high-octane, laid-back look at the absolute biggest stories trending across the hard rock and metal grids over the last 48 hours. First up, we unpack the massive operational news coming out of France tonight. Iron Maiden is taking over the La Défense Arena in Paris to professionally film their upcoming "Run For Your Lives" world tour concert movie. The catch? Management is enforcing a strict phone-free General

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43:47

LINDSAY SCHOOLCRAFT on New Album 'Harrowing', Abuse...

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2026/06/21

On this week's premium edition of the Loaded Radio Podcast, host Scott Penfold strips away the standard Q&A format and goes full 25-year rock radio personality to bring you a massive hour of heavy music culture. First up in our front-loaded content block, we break down the absolute madness from Hellfest Open Air 2026 in Clisson, France! From over 240,000 metalheads to Alice Cooper's 78-year-old theatrical masterclass, Megadeth's bittersweet farewell cycle, and Bring Me The Horizon dragging Lorna

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03:36

SAXON Revives Legendary Stage Eagle + DANZIG New...

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2026/06/19

On today's episode of the Loaded Radio Daily Breakdown, host Scott Penfold breaks down the massive touring news out of the NWOBHM camp as Saxon announces their "Gods Of Thunder" U.K. and Ireland tour—complete with the return of their iconic, 30-foot mechanized stage Eagle! We dive into the history of this legendary prop and tell you when tickets go on sale. Plus, horror punk icon Glenn Danzig is officially stepping back behind the camera this August to direct an unhinged, bloody "swords and sorcery"

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04:43

JACK OSBOURNE Fires Back + DIMEBAG Guitar Legacy...

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2026/06/18

On today's episode of the Loaded Radio Daily Breakdown, host Scott Penfold dives into the social media fallout surrounding Jack Osbourne. After defending his father's upcoming AI avatar project, Jack is firing back at the internet's "completely insane" reaction to his recent date night at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn. We break down his explicit message to the critics dragging Ozzy and "War Pigs" into the political crossfire. Plus, metalcore juggernauts I Prevail are playing mind

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04:29

FAITH NO MORE 2027 Comeback Confirmed! + DANZIG Tour...

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2026/06/17

On today's episode of the Loaded Radio Daily Breakdown, host Scott Penfold drops a massive alternative metal bombshell: Faith No More is officially returning to live activity in 2027! We dive deep into bassist Bill Gould's revealing new interview regarding the physical toll of their music, alongside their game-changing global stadium deal with Latin American entertainment giant 30e. Plus, the dark lord Glenn Danzig announces a 7-date US tour with Twin Temple and Burning Witches—and drops a major

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33:10

Castle Rat's "Rat Queen" Riley Pinkerton on Gothic...

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2026/06/16

This week on the Loaded Radio Podcast, host Scott Penfold steps through the portal and into "The Realm" for an exclusive, feature-length conversation with heavy music's most captivating theatrical visionary: Riley Pinkerton, the legendary "Rat Queen" and frontwoman of Brooklyn medieval fantasy doom metal icons Castle Rat. 【 🎧 INSIDE THIS WEEK'S FEATURE FEATURE: 】 Ceding the Throne: Riley opens up about the massive internal shift behind their breakthrough sophomore album, The Bestiary. She details

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04:05

Alex Varkatzas is a Firefighter? + Secret Sleep Token...

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2026/06/15

Kickstart your week with the Monday edition of the Metal Breakdown Daily! Host Scott Penfold breaks down three massive shifts across the heavy music landscape, from life-saving career pivots to secret festival supergroups and live stadium miracles. 【 🎧 INSIDE TODAY'S BREAKDOWN: 】 From Mosh Pits to Fire Trucks: Former Atreyu and current Dead Icarus frontman Alex Varkatzas completes an intense 16-week academy grind to officially graduate as a firefighter. We break down his inspiring statement on

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04:25

Marilyn Manson Announces "Chapter 2" Album +...

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2026/06/12

Welcome back to the Daily Metal Breakdown! On today's episode, we track the massive continuation of Marilyn Manson's creative resurgence, as he officially announces his 13th studio album One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2 arriving this August via Nuclear Blast, alongside the premiere of the crushing lead single "Exit Wound." Plus, Connecticut hardcore legends Hatebreed shock the underground by partnering with Frontiers Label Group's heavy metal imprint BLKIIBLK to drop a relentless,

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03:27

Maynard James Keenan Sued Over Gin Venture + Rudy...

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2026/06/11

Welcome back to the Daily Metal Breakdown. In today's episode, we break down a serious new civil lawsuit hitting Tool, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle frontman Maynard James Keenan in Arizona, where a former management partner alleges a retaliatory corporate freeze-out over their craft gin venture. Plus, legendary bass icon Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, DIO) drops a massive curveball by announcing independent solo material heavily inspired by the pristine engineering of the late-1970s

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04:22

Scott Ian Backs John Bush Live Anthrax Performance...

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2026/06/10

A powerful display of heavy metal brotherhood has taken center stage. In today's Daily Metal Breakdown, we dive deep into the recent statements from Anthrax guitar vanguard Scott Ian regarding former frontman John Bush and his solo live performances showcasing his 1990s material. We unmask the frustrating, behind-the-scenes reality that almost saw Scott join his lifelong friend live on stage. Plus, we break down Rush completely shaking up their setlist on night two of their massive return tour at

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