On this week's episode... A bit of reminiscing over some classic metal related movies and movie moments... From the legendary This Is Spinal Tap to the more recent and underrated Hesher, there's a veritable smorgasbord of movies and TV! Obviously there's been some glaring omissions and some absolute toss too... There's no way we'd leave those out... We welcome back Gav Evans to add some movie nerd-ness too! Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza Twitter: @Inthe...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 42
On this week's episode... We hop along the astral plain and take our seats in the court of the Crimson King for a lengthy discussion on Progressive Rock (It's ok, don't run away)... From the late 60s and Sgt Pepper through the 70s with Pink Floyd and Jethro Tull, going off on tangents with Queensryche and Fates Warning ending up slap in between the buried and me! We rope in a couple of experts in the form of Wolfman himself, Kieran Aston and for the first time, also from The Grudge and prog afic...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 41
On this week's episode... We have one of those 'over a few pints' conversations and create our fantasy festival lineups... From unrealistic reunions to Cornish castles via the Bible belt of America... Nothing is too ridiculous! Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza Twitter: @Intheabyssuk Facebook: @intheabyssuk Intro music 'Grand Caravan' by The Grudge, check em out on facebook, Instagram, Bandcamp etc @thegrudgeuk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 40
On this week's episode... We look back on a cracking month of metal releases from the likes of Pest Control, Megaton Sword, Hellripper and many more... with extra focus on the new In Flames... Was Tregenza right back in January? Listen in to find out... We also look at a few key news stories from the month including Tom Araya & Randy Blythe in a zombie flick and the eagerly awaited (by us at least) Almighty reunion tour... Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytreg...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 39
On this week's episode... We count down our top 10 favourite metal covers of non metal songs... Expect arguments, questionable opinions and many a sweeping statement! We'll also throw rocks at some horrendous covers and Tregenza looks back on Obituary's storming London show on Feb 23rd. Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza Twitter: @Intheabyssuk Facebook: @intheabyssuk Intro music 'Grand Caravan' by The Grudge, check em out on facebook, Instagram, Bandcamp et...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 38
On this week's episode... We are joined by Ade & Nikky from Dunes over a few beers to talk all things Dunes plus a bit of middle aged grumbling, whether David Draiman is right by saying rock music has lost it's 'danger' and what actually is driving up the price of band merch at gigs... Oh, make sure you listen right to the end to hear about Ade's involvement in the strangest tribute act ever... Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza / @dunesncl Twitter: @In...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 37
On this week's episode... We review the disgusting new Sanguisugabogg album 'Homicidal Ecstacy' plus a look back at some of the metal albums released in the past couple of weeks. There's also an update on The Voice Of Reason's 'Metal Journey' and, for some reason, discussions about a multi millionaire German Shepherd dog with a penchant for fine steak... Instagram: @intheabyssmetal / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza /@originalbeandog Twitter: @Intheabyssuk Facebook: @intheabyssuk Intr...
Feb 04, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 36
On this week's episode... We catch up with Nico Cattoni, vocalist and guitarist with Argentinian / Spanish purveyors of True Heavy Metal and responsible for one of our favourite metal albums of 2022! We discuss all things Raptore, the South American metal scene, bold facial hair and of course, football! Check out Raptore here >>> https://raptore.bandcamp.com/music Instagram: @intheabyssmetal / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza Twitter: @Intheabyssuk Facebook: @intheabyssuk Int...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 35
On this week's episode... We review some of January's metal album offerings including releases from legendary Swedes Katatonia, Mexico's Freeroad and a couple of surprise early AOTY contenders from Leper Colony & Tribunal. Also we look at potential future changes to the live music experience, the new Metallica single and a metal festival that has banned ALL backing tracks... Instagram: @intheabyssmetal / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza Twitter: @Intheabyssuk Facebook: @intheabyss...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 34
On this week's episode... We sit down for a fireside chat with James McBain, otherwise known as the man behind maniacal speed metal project HELLRIPPER. We discuss all things Hellripper, band merch, Scotland, tours and a weird message about offering the devil himself a round of fellatio... Instagram: @intheabyssmetal / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza Twitter: @Intheabyssuk @ant_dan @joeytregenza Facebook: @intheabyssuk Hellripper's new album ' Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags' out Fe...
Jan 16, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 33
We're back!! Just a little fatter and a lot slower but still livin' the metal dream! On this week's episode... We look forward to 2023 with all the major album release that are either confirmed or rumoured, some bands to watch out for and Tregenza's predictions for the year. We also kick off the Voice Of Reason's journey through the metal years and a brief look back at a British music scene that many may have missed... Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss / @joeytregenza Twi...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 32
On this week's episode... We round up all the highs, lows and otherwise of metal in 2022. We dish out awards for our top albums, gigs, band of the year, metal bellend of the year and a whole load more! Thanks to EVERYONE all around the world who has listened in 2022, it's been an absolute blast and here's to bigger and better things in 2023! See you in January! Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @kaguitarlessons / @originalbeandog / @padreintheabyss Twitter: @Intheabyssuk Facebook: @inthea...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 31
On this week's episode... We are joined once again by Adam Brennan from Music Radar & Metal Hammer to talk about this week's hot and not so hot metal topics... A new Bruce Dickinson album on the way, Roger Waters disappearing up his own ass and Dave Mustaine wants a Slayer reunion for one more 'Big 4' show... We also discuss a black metal band in a bookshop and our usual Underground Band Of The Week. This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DPosbsNpbr0XARGEsMGWr Unde...
Nov 26, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 30
On this week's episode... We are joined by friend of the podcast Original Beandog to catch up on a few metal matters from the past couple of weeks... 2023 Festival lineups, the potential death of the album format, Grammy metal award nominees and why is Sharon Osbourne dragging up the past? This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/04dg2sB6aihSXbTqkzVTlJ Underground Band Of The Week: Dirty Pagans - https://dirty-pagans.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / ...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 29
On this week's episode... We complete the Scandinavian tour with Norway and specifically Black Metal. Why did Norway produce such bleak music? What are the roots of Black Metal? We look at the dark & light elements aswell as a potential 'Big 4' of Black Metal... Oh, and apparently A-Ha were Stoke City fans? Listen in to find out more... This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/26M5BKfqh6roMjGDTHY6gj Underground Band Of The Week: Vicious Blade - https://viciousblade.ba...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 28
On this week's episode... We are joined by friend of the podcast and wrestling authority, Gav Evans to talk about the links between Heavy Metal and Wrestling... The joint boom of WWE & Nu Metal in the late 90s through to ECW's use of some true classic metal anthems. Also, how Chris Jericho continues to fly the flag for metal within the wrestling fraternity and why are Padre and Gav so keen on oily muscle men in little pants? This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4C...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 27
Episode Description On this week's episode... We are joined by Jon Lambert, mastermind behind Noise Dosage Media and the film 'Between Exultation & Aggression' to talk about the film, the history and future of extreme metal and even pizza! Of course there is our weekly 'Where's Schaffer' update too... Between Exultation & Aggression: https://www.noisedosagemedia.com/ This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Kz0ewIBCBXbXrXNOzLDKq Underground Band Of The Week: Iron...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 26
On this week's episode... We talk about metal in Germany! From The Scorpions & Rammstein to Wacken & Halford's Bar, Germany has long had an affinity with heavy metal. We wanted to know why. Also this week... The ongoing search for Jon Schaffer, Krampus Rumpus and Is Padre actually an anarchist? The Italian authorities definitely had their suspicions... This week's playlist of steel (Germany Special): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dIIvyWmZUIKBhkEebThrx Underground Band Of The Week: V...
Oct 17, 2022•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 25
On this week's episode... We go where some have threatened but few have committed... Were Queen really all that good? Were they merely a singles band? Can they even be considered overrated? We also discuss the monumental rip off that is ticket reselling websites, Iron Maiden's 2023 arena tour and has anyone actually seen Jon Schaffer? This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5HypCMY4iHCYJh98qaTaSq Underground Metal Band Of The Week: Thundering Hooves - https://open.spotif...
Oct 10, 2022•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 24
On this week's episode... We are joined by Chris Barling, frontman with the awesome Inhuman Nature. We discuss everything Inhuman Nature, Mercenary Press, straight edge hardcore, Nazi Black Metal, pizza and a whole lot more. Make sure you check out this week's playlist for a taste of some of the UK's best underground metal bands too! This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6zTlIogV0GNI5A00RSHtBp Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss Twitter: @Intheaby...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 23
On this week's episode... Part 3 of our retrospective spectacular looking back at 90s rock & metal brings us to perhaps the most polarising period of heavy music... The late 90s & Nu Metal. How important is it as part of metal history? Can we really give credit to Limp Bizkit for their impact? We also look at the leanest period for the big 4 Thrash bands and the early shoots of 'metalcore'. Joining us this week from Music Radar & Metal Hammer is Adam Brennan. This week's playlist of ...
Sep 26, 2022•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 22
On this week's episode... Part 2 of our retrospective look at 90s metal. We discuss the peak years of Pantera, the acrimonious Sepultura split, what Metallica were thinking with Load and just how great the British alternative rock scene was at the time! Reminisce with our playlist via the link below. This week's playlist of steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1PiCNcdmL0aWlOUg2vQJfj Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss Twitter: @Intheabyssuk Intro music 'Grand Caravan' b...
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 21
In this week's episode... We kick off a trilogy of shows looking at 90s rock & metal... Starting things off with 1990-1993 and the emergence of Grunge, a 2nd wind for Thrash Metal, The Black Album, Alt metal and what we really thought of Fear Of The Dark... Joining the usual 3 stooges this week is friend of 20+ years, Rob Laing. This week's Playlist of Steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/13bPAUYX7stR70s3VLYdtA Instagram: @merchintheabyss / @ant_dan / @padreintheabyss Twitter: @Intheabys...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 20
On this week's episode... We take a look at the Finnish metal scene and why there is such a burgeoning love across the entire nation; A country with a population of just 5 million that produces more metal bands per capita than any other country on Earth! We also look back at the new Machine Head album, some more grumbles about life in general and possibly the strangest metal/pop collaboration yet... This week's Playlist of Steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/760UUMR9ILuNKElhzHlYDo?si=c32e5c...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 19
On this week's episode... We look outside the box to talk about Synthwave and it's relationship with metal... Why is it starting to resonate with metalheads? As usual we discuss this week's metal news including the probably overrated new Machine Head album and Nickleback apparently going all 'metalcore'... This week's Playlist of Synth: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ZASHNk9Vcm3fq4NZEu5mY?si=3de952829b7a4554&nd=1 Paul Dianno fundraiser t-shirt: https://www.maidencroatia.com/riggs/ Instag...
Aug 28, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 18
On this week's episode... We're back after a couple of weeks away with a full all singin', all moshin' review of Bloodstock Open Air 2022. The heat, the riffs, the tantrums, the turntables and everything in between. This week's playlist: A Bloodstock Special - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4EGeDZqF4RM7pCWdweFF72 https://www.instagram.com/merchintheabyss Intro music 'Grand Caravan' by The Grudge, check em out on facebook, Instagram, Bandcamp etc @thegrudgeuk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
Aug 20, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 17
A bonus episode while we take a short summer break for metal and beers at Bloodstock 2022... We summon Kieran The 'Wolfman' Aston to trial for a heinous crime against Metal Law... The crime? Opting to attend an Ed Sheeran concert instead of Guns N Roses... Judge Padre presides over the case with Tregenza as council for the prosecution. Is he guilty? Listen to find out... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 01, 2022•17 min
On This Week's episode... We go a bit 'intellectual' and discuss the working class roots of heavy metal, it's parallels with historic events, the occult, the 'brotherhood', the blatant levels of masculinity and a whole load more. Also, we talk new music from Slipknot, Skid Row and Ugly Kid Joe's awesome new album title! Feel free to get in touch via social media, links below. This Week's Playlist Of Steel: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4UDfRKzVPF4x3SN4n0tqmo https://www.instagram.com/merchin...
Jul 25, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 16
On this week's episode... We attempt to decide what are the definitive 80s bands and albums. Not our favourites, not the biggest selling but those artists that define what 80s metal is all about. Also, we discuss the much anticipated Pantera 'reunion', Tailgunner's recent show at The Dev & what has really happened to Tesco since Padre was last in the UK...? This week's PLAYLIST OF STEEL! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3u4BmWWpHOILx3FJTiuwsP http://www.intheabyss.co.uk https://www.instag...
Jul 19, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 15
On this week's episode... We discuss how and when we first discovered heavy metal and the impact it had on our lives... Not always as intense as it sounds! Also, we celebrate Canada Day with highlighting some of Canada's best metal exports, the usual news & metal banter plus we 'out' a good friend for a heinous crime against metal! This week's PLAYLIST OF STEEL! - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5bO79mXPK29bPytugu4vVI http://www.intheabyss.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/merchintheabyss In...
Jul 05, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 14
