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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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01:14:35

EP392 Arms: ‘I Wish You Were Down Here With Me,’...

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2026/10/09

On EP392 of And Now The Band, Tom talks with Arms about their upcoming fourth official release, I Wish You Were Down Here With Me, arriving December 4th.The band takes Tom inside the writing, recording, production and release of the new album, explaining how Arms has evolved from Paul's early solo recordings into a more technical and ambitious full-band project. The writing process began with Michael and Paul, eventually bringing in session drummer Emmett Siglia for the recording before Nick

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01:02:36

EP391 Masters Ashes: ‘Masters Ashes,’ Concept Albums,...

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2026/10/05

On EP391 of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with members of Masters Ashes to dig deep into the band's album Masters Ashes—a record conceived not simply as a collection of songs, but as a literary work meant to be experienced from beginning to end.The band explains how the album was structured almost like a book, complete with a beginning, continuous narrative flow, and an ending that functions like an epilogue. Written as a trilogy of songs, Masters Ashes was created from a conceptual

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01:25:23

EP390 Matt McGuyer ‘Silver Linings,’ Fatherhood,...

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2026/10/02

EP390 of And Now The Band features Matt McGuyer discussing his upcoming album Silver Linings, arriving October 30th on streaming platforms. Tom and Matt dive into the writing, recording, and production behind the new album, including Matt's collaboration with mixing and Mastering by Mario Quintero of Spotlights. Matt explains how Mario understood the sound he was trying to create and helped turn his musical ideas into mixes that captured the album exactly the way he envisioned it. At the heart

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00:51:08

EP389 Arj of The Still Out: Relaunching the Band, New...

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2026/09/28

On EP389 of And Now The Band, Tom catches up with Arj of The Still Out to discuss the band's relaunch, new music, the challenges of moving forward without co-founder Josh Stoddard, and the next chapter for the band.Arj talks openly about taking on many of the responsibilities Josh previously handled, including management, promotion and social media, while trying to rebuild The Still Out and continue making music.The conversation also explores the deeply personal connection between music, grief

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00:27:22

EP388 Mother of Graves The Light That Keeps Us,...

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2026/09/25

On EP388 of And Now The Band, Tom catches up with Chris of Mother of Graves to discuss the band's upcoming album ‘The Light That Keeps Us,’ releasing October 16th on Profound Lore Records.Chris talks about the band's songwriting philosophy, their evolution as a band, and the process of building an album that keeps listeners engaged from beginning to end. Rather than relying on overly long songs, Mother of Graves focuses on creating music with peaks, valleys, atmosphere and momentum, with

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00:42:21

EP387 Shabti: 20 Years of Musical Evolution, Black...

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2026/09/21

After 20 years, Shabti is still evolving.On EP387 of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with Rob of Shabti for a wide-ranging conversation about the band's two-decade musical journey, black metal influences, songwriting, recording, independent releases, physical media and the realities of being an underground metal band.Rob explains how Shabti began with his vision influenced by atmospheric black metal, eventually evolving from earlier thrash influences into a more complex and aggressive sound. The

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01:10:35

EP386 Gavin Zollo: In the Key of Doom, DIY Music &...

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2026/09/18

On EP386 of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with Gavin Zollo to discuss the modern music industry, independent releases, record labels, underground music and the creation of In the Key of Doom, a new doom-focused festival built around community rather than corporate festival culture.Gavin and Tom begin with a discussion about how dramatically technology has changed the music business. Artists now have access to recording, distribution, promotion and direct-to-fan platforms that make it possible to

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00:43:46

EP385 BRAT: Liz & Brenner Talk ‘Manslayer,’ New...

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2026/09/11

BRAT is back with a new album, a new creative approach, and bigger ambitions.On EP385 of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with Liz and Brenner of BRAT to talk about the band's upcoming album ‘Manslayer,’ arriving September 25 through Prosthetic Records.Liz discusses taking over lyric writing for the new record and how stepping into that role created a new creative outlet while allowing her to bring more of her own perspective into BRAT's music. The band also talks about evolving their sound

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00:22:31

EP384 Peter Tägtgren PAIN, Hypocrisy, New Singles &...

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2026/09/07

Peter Tägtgren has spent decades building one of the most recognizable careers in extreme metal — from Hypocrisy and The Abyss to his industrial-metal project PAIN — and on EP384 of And Now The Band, Peter joins Tom for a wide-ranging conversation about music, family, creativity, recording and what comes next.Peter talks about his new single “I Don’t Give a Fukk,” explaining the personal meaning behind the song and why it isn't intended as a political statement. The conversation also explores

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00:53:38

EP383 Early Moods Talk “Ready for the Grave,” Doom...

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2026/09/04

On this episode of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with Early Moods to talk about their highly anticipated new album, “Ready for the Grave,” and the journey that has taken the band through three albums, international touring, festivals, and the ever-evolving world of heavy music.The band breaks down the writing and recording process behind Ready for the Grave, including some of their favorite tracks such as “Ashes of the Damned,” “Eternal Grief,” and the title track. They discuss how their

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00:36:05

EP382 Colin Marston of Krallice: Embracing Mistakes,...

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2026/08/31

In this episode of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with Colin Marston of Krallice for an in-depth conversation about Krallice's evolving sound, their return to a two-guitar lineup, their latest album, and the band's approach to live performance after more than 20 years of creating experimental extreme music.Colin explains why Krallice moved away from their previous synth-heavy live setup and returned to two guitars, allowing the band to bring older and newer material together in the same

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00:43:25

EP381 Molly McGuire 30 Years of Lime, Reunion, New...

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2026/08/28

In this episode of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with the Jasons of Molly McGuire to talk about the band's 30th anniversary of Lime, the history of Molly McGuire, their new album Disaster in Reverse, and the experiences that shaped the Jason's musical career.They discuss returning to the Molly McGuire material after years away and how surprisingly natural the songs felt when the band reunited. The conversation also dives into the band's new record, and the recording process with

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00:38:16

EP380 Jeff Golden on Blood of the Earth, Six Feet...

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2026/08/24

Jeff Golden of Blood of the Earth and Six Feet Under joins Tom for EP380 of And Now The Band!While Six Feet Under was on tour, the band stopped in Louisville at the Whirling Tiger, giving Tom the opportunity to hang out with Jeff before the show. After grabbing some food and running around Louisville, the two sat down for a conversation about Blood of the Earth, Six Feet Under, death metal, music history, and what's coming next.Jeff goes deep on the story behind Blood of the Earth, including the

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00:49:59

EP379 Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red Talks 20 Years,...

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2026/08/21

Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red joins Tom on And Now The Band for a conversation about Seasons of Surrender, August Burns Red's 20-year career, songwriting, authenticity, vocal technique, live performance, touring, and maintaining creative chemistry after decades together.Jake explains how August Burns Red approached Seasons of Surrender with the goal of creating the best version of an August Burns Red record rather than chasing trends or making a drastic stylistic departure.He discusses the

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00:50:12

EP378 Sebastian of God Mother Talks Kottvarld, 15...

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2026/08/17

Sebastian of God Mother joins Tom on And Now The Band to discuss the band's massive new album Kottvarld, 15 years of God Mother, recording across multiple studios, international touring, handmade merchandise, and the importance of maintaining genuine connections within the underground music community.After nearly two years of work, God Mother are preparing to release Kottvarld, a massive album that represents a significant new chapter for the band. Sebastian explains the band's unique

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01:00:27

EP377 IATT's Black Metal Rock Opera Alec Talks...

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2026/08/14

Alec of IATT joins Tom on And Now The Band to discuss IATT's ambitious concept album Etheric Realms of the Night, the psychology of sleep and insomnia, and the band's incredible feature-length black metal rock opera film now available through Thunderflix.Etheric Realms of the Night explores the different stages of sleep and the psychological experiences surrounding them, including insomnia, sleep deprivation, somniphobia, and the human mind. Alec explains how IATT approaches songwriting

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01:02:43

EP376 Behind the Board with Mario Quintero |...

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2026/08/10

Tom sits down with recording engineer, producer, and mixer Mario Quintero for a deep conversation about three decades of recording music, the evolution of digital production, and the philosophy behind creating massive yet authentic-sounding records.Mario discusses his work with bands including Spotlights, Pallbearer, Hiroe, Shiner, Amblare, Moon Destroys, and Bunuel, explaining how his approach to recording has evolved throughout his career. Rather than relying on endless processing or technical

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00:51:43

EP375 Mark Sunshine Talks Unida, Patriarchs in Black...

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2026/08/07

Tom welcomes legendary vocalist Mark Sunshine for an in-depth conversation covering more than three decades of heavy music, from his early days with Elysium and System Addict to his current work with Patriarchs in Black, Unida, and the emerging progressive metal project Lost Beacon.Mark reflects on his musical journey, explaining why he stepped away from music at various points throughout his career rather than settling into performing cover songs. He discusses his time with Elysium before joining

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01:16:30

EP374 Holler of Doom 2026 Recap | Festival Review,...

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2026/08/05

Tom welcomes David back to the show for a complete recap of Holler of Doom 2026, reflecting on one of the festival's biggest and most successful years despite unpredictable weather, logistical challenges, and the ever-changing realities of organizing an independent music festival.David shares how heavy rain and overnight storms threatened portions of the weekend but ultimately had little impact on the performances themselves. Thanks to careful planning, dedicated volunteers, and an incredible

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01:15:12

Patrick of Nehoda Discusses Songwriting, Touring &...

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2026/07/29

Tom welcomes Patrick of Nashville-based heavy rock band Nehoda for a thoughtful conversation about the band's musical evolution, recording philosophy, the realities of balancing music with full-time careers, and the ever-changing Nashville music scene.Patrick shares the story of relocating from Seattle to Nashville nearly a decade ago in search of a more affordable city where musicians could continue creating while maintaining sustainable careers. Together, Tom and Patrick reflect on

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