My brothers, Necromaniacs hosts and fellow Horsemen Of The Podcasting Apocalypse, Mike Hill (Everything Went Black, Tombs) and Mike Scondotto (Inhuman), join me for the long-awaited, highly anticipated and sure to be furiously debated countdown of our favourite 80s thrash albums. There’s one twist though: no Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth or Anthrax albums allowed! PLUS: on my Weekly News rant, the latest singles by The Acacia Strain, Grand Cadaver, Cuttered Flesh, Biohazard and more are rounded up...
Jul 24, 2025•3 hr 4 min•Ep. 282
Gigi Arabia from Heavy Arabia joins me to unpack the insane journey of pulling off Saudi Arabia’s first-ever international death metal gig, headlined by the brutal Cryptopsy. We dig into her career, the gritty reality of promoting heavy music in Saudi Arabia, the government’s unexpected stance on metal, and more. Then, “The Outlaw” Mike Scondotto saddles up to join me for the weekly news rant, slicing through new singles from Amorphis, Paradise Lost, Abigail Williams, and others. Plus, we tear i...
Jul 15, 2025•2 hr 57 min•Ep. 281
In this episode, recorded live at Fortress Festival 2025 in Scarborough, UK, I sit down with Frank Allain from Fen and Fellwarden to talk about the recording of Fen’s debut record, “The Malediction Fields”, the evolution of the UK black metal scene, his journey as a musician and much more. Then, it’s on to a solo news rant where the latest singles by Sanguisugabogg, Crypt Sermon, Forbidden, Novembers Doom, Unleashed and others are rounded up for judgment. I also reveal - at the Legion’s request ...
Jul 01, 2025•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 280
In this episode, recorded live at Fortress Festival 2025 in Scarborough, UK, I sit down with my friend Christopher Dean, better known as NecrosHorns, widely regarded as the top photographer in metal today. From his past as a commercial airline pilot to capturing iconic moments in music, he shares his journey, photography philosophy, and tips for nailing the perfect shot. We dive into the story behind his legendary photo, “The Omen,” and much more. Follow Necroshorns on social media: https://www....
Jun 27, 2025•56 min•Ep. 279
This week, Cryptopsy's powerhouse vocalist and Vox & Hops host, Matt McGachy, returns to the show to dive into An Insatiable Violence , social media, podcasting, and Cryptopsy's historic performance as the first extreme metal band to play in Saudi Arabia. But that’s not all! Shayan, the Middle Eastern Merauder from Trivax and Iblis Manifestations, joins for an epic news rant. We tackle your burning questions, go head-to-head to unearth the most absurd movie trailer ever, and check out new si...
Jun 24, 2025•3 hr 12 min•Ep. 278
On this special Friday episode of Into The Necrosphere, I sit down with Brendan Hayter of progressive black metal duo Obsidian Tongue. We dive deep into a track-by-track breakdown of their latest album, Eclipsing Worlds of Scorn. Brendan also shares his musical journey, from discovering metal to his passion for cassettes, and much more. If you enjoy this interview, please support Obsidian Tongue on Bandcamp: https://obsidiantongue.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe for weekly black and death metal intervie...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 277
In this episode, I sit down with Benjamin Guerry - guitarist, vocalist and founding member of The Great Old Ones - at Fortress Festival 2025 for a discussion of their latest album, “Kadath”, French black metal, his love of H.P. Lovecraft and his perspective on who reigns supreme as the greatest metal frontman of them all. Then, on the weekly news rant I give you my verdict on new singles by Lord Belial, Biohazard, Abigail Williams, Nailed to Obscurity, and Till Lindemann. I also answer your ques...
Jun 17, 2025•2 hr 28 min•Ep. 276
On this special Friday episode of Into The Necrosphere I’m joined by Andy Milnes, guitarist for UK symphonic black metal legends Hecate Enthroned. Andy dives into the band's preparations for their upcoming performance at Metal Threat Fest, reflects on the early UK black metal scene and Hecate's role in it. We also explore the band's storied history, plus I get the scoop on the highly anticipated follow-up to “Embrace of the Godless Aeon”. Check out Hecate Enthroned on Bandcamp: https://hecateent...
Jun 13, 2025•56 min•Ep. 275
This week, I’ve got an exclusive in-person interview with Rune Eriksen (Blasphemer) of RUIM and Vltimas, recorded at Fortress Festival 2025 in Scarborough, fresh off RUIM’s blistering main stage performance. Blasphemer opens up about the future of RUIM, the spiritual essence of his music, his deepening connection to Norway, his friendship with David Vincent, and his work with Vltimas. Then, I’m joined by Karl Hikara of the Sol Nox Podcast for the Weekly News Rant where we discuss the latest meta...
Jun 10, 2025•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 274
Two days of black metal savagery, four killer interviews in the can (and coming soon), a lot of laughs and a ton of memories made with the best people. Fortress Festival 2025 was truly one for the ages and I can’t wait to get back to Scarborough in 2026. Please support the bands featured on this clip Ulcerate: https://ulcerate.bandcamp.com/album Abduction: https://abduction616.bandcamp.com/ Thumbnail credit goes to the ALMIGHTY Necroshorns (https://www.instagram.com/necroshorns/)...
Jun 02, 2025•22 min•Ep. 274
This week, I’m joined by Patrik Jensen of The Haunted and Witchery to dive into “Songs of Last Resort”, arguably the band’s strongest release since 2003’s "One Kill Wonder". We explore Patrik’s early days with Seance, the origins of The Haunted, his take on the current metal scene, the music industry’s challenges, and much more. In the weekly news rant, I round up new singles from Blackbraid, Hexvessel, Deathgoat, Lord Belial, and Unleashed for judgment. I also tackle your questions, sharing my ...
May 27, 2025•2 hr 40 min•Ep. 273
Joan Monguio from Spain’s blackened death metal outfit, Jade, joins the podcast this week for a discussion about their latest album, “Mysteries Of A Flowery Dream”. We also explore how the lack of a flagship band has been detrimental to the growth of Spain’s extreme metal scene, compare our favourite album covers and more. On the weekly news rant, Drugoth is back to leave no wimp un-slayed, as we round up the latest singles by Cryptopsy, Inhuman Condition, Imperialist, Blood Monolith and Refusal...
May 20, 2025•2 hr 51 min•Ep. 272
This week, Jonas Holmberg, vocalist for Swedish blackened hardcore outfit This Gift Is A Curse, joins the podcast to talk about their blistering new album, "Heir", released on Season of Mist in March. We explore Covid’s impact on the band, how Jonas’ career outside the music industry fuels his songwriting, we discuss the band’s creative process and much more. Then it’s on to a solo news rant where I answer your questions, including ranking my top five Swedish death metal albums, spotlighting ban...
May 13, 2025•2 hr 48 min•Ep. 271
The legendary Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed joins the podcast this week to talk about this year’s edition of Milwaukee Metalfest. We get into the ins and outs of running the festival, curating the line-up and more. I also get an update on the next Hatebreed album, Stormbreeders of Death and I ask perhaps the most important Jasta-related question of them all: why have we not had another Icepick album. Then Matt Priso of Conspiracy X, Spells Ov Torment and SIK joins to co-host the weekly news rant. We ...
May 06, 2025•2 hr 43 min•Ep. 270
David Stepanavicius of death metal juggernauts, Atrae Bilis, joins the podcast this week to chat about their sophomore effort, “Aumicide”. We deep-dive into “Warfare”, the new movie by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, discuss our shared experiences of relocating from our home countries, the Australian metal scene and much more. On the weekly news rant, I check out the latest tracks by Ondfodt, …And Oceans, Celestial Sanctuary, Caustic Wound, Pelican and Pandemia. I also answer your questions, inclu...
Apr 29, 2025•3 hr 12 min•Ep. 269
This week Steve Jansson, Edward Gonet and Enrique Sagarnaga of Philadelphia blackened thrash outfit, Daeva, join the podcast to discuss their “Through Sheer Will & Black Magic” debut and how the band got together. We also explore how professional wrestling connects to black metal, weigh the merits of writing in the rehearsal space and much more. Later in the show, it’s on to the weekly news rant where the latest cuts by Cryptopsy, Lord Belial, Vader, Hexvessel, Skaphos, Cadaver and more. I o...
Apr 22, 2025•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 268
The legendary Paul Ledney of Profanatica makes his long overdue debut on Into The Necrosphere this week. Profanatica has just released their new EP, “Wreathed In Dead Angels” through Hells Headbangers. Paul is also a four decade veteran of extreme and underground music, who has literally seen every trend you can imagine - and was more than happy to share his unique perspective on the evolution of death and black metal, along with discussing a host of other topics. Then it’s on to the news rant a...
Apr 15, 2025•2 hr 37 min•Ep. 267
Billy Bayou of Glorior Belli joins the podcast this week to discuss the inspiration and creative process behind their self-titled comeback album, available now on Dark Empire Records. We also talk about Billy’s views on this industry, his love of music outside of the metal genre and much more. PLUS, on my weekly news rant, the latest singles by Necrotted, Ghost Bath, Crust, Ondfodt, Death Chasm and Autumn Nostalgie are rounded up for judgment. I’m also answering your questions and this week I re...
Apr 08, 2025•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 266
Justin Horval, host of the wildly popular Dead By Dawg Youtube channel and one of the founders of the legendary Hells Headbangers joins the podcast for the first time this week. No wimps or posers are spared as J-Dawg runs the gamut of his upcoming Dead By Dawg Fest, the evolution of his channel, the early days of Hells, bodybuilding and more. Then it’s on to this week’s News Rant, where I’m joined by my good friend Svartalv of Nocturnal Breed, Gehenna and Engangshammer. We round up the latest s...
Apr 01, 2025•2 hr 58 min•Ep. 265
Chris McEwin makes his Into The Necrosphere debut this week. Chris is the bassist for Australian blackened death metal titans, Destruktor. Their latest album, “Indomitable” is available on Hells Headbangers right now and was a featured record in my Top 30 albums of last year. In addition, Chris is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt and coach in his hometown of Geelong, Australia. Also in this episode: my weekly news rant rounds up new singles from Hexvessel, Gates To Hell, Dormant Ordeal, The Haunted, …And ...
Mar 29, 2025•2 hr 50 min•Ep. 264
This week, Scour’s bassist, the beastly John Jarvis, drops by to unpack their brutal new release, Gold. We get into everything from John’s Pantera tour stories to updates on his latest musical projects—plus, we debate the evolving role of media in metal. Plus: Nottingham’s death metal cohort, Outergods, are back with a face-melting new album, and an exclusive Premiere On The Sphere. And in this week’s news rant, I’m rounding up the latest singles from Jade, Cancer, Cadaver, and more, and putting...
Mar 29, 2025•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 263
This week, Eoghan, the drummer of Akhlys, steps into the spotlight to discuss the creation and recording of their 2024 triumph, House of the Black Geminus. We dive deep into his personal journey—from his early days as a guitarist, to picking up the bass, and finally finding his place behind the drum kit. He opens up about his initial encounter with Naas Alcameth, how he became part of Akhlys, and the unique musical perspective he brings to the band’s creative furnace. Then, brace yourself for th...
Mar 28, 2025•2 hr 47 min•Ep. 262
Mercy is in short supply for posers and wimps as Akhlys mainman, Naas Alcameth, returns to the podcast this week to bask in the glory of having his latest record crowned the Best Album Of 2024 by Into The Necrosphere. We go into detail on the genesis, creative process and concept behind “House of the Black Geminus”, amongst many other topics, in one of the most personal and revealing podcasts with Naas to date. PLUS - the Legion’s questions are answered on my weekly news rant, as I round up the ...
Mar 28, 2025•3 hr 10 min•Ep. 261
This week, I’m joined again by my good friend A|V from the UK black metal crew, Abduction. We dive into their newest album, Existentialismus, released by Candlelight Records on February 21st, discuss the evolution of the band, our experiences of fatherhood and much more. PLUS - I answer your questions in the weekly news rant, while sizing up the latest singles from Drudkh, Borgne, Grave Infestation, Karg and others. And for this week’s dose of Unsanctionted Filth, Pennsylvania’s Strixskog step i...
Mar 28, 2025•2 hr 47 min•Ep. 260
This week, my guest is Mateo Tervonen. He is the founder, lead guitarist, and vocalist of the Swedish blackened thrash band, Sarcator. Being the son of Marco Tervonen, who plays guitar for the renowned band The Crown, Mateo comes from a lineage of metal music. It's perhaps no surprise then that, even before turning 21, he has already released three full-length albums. PLUS, in my weekly news rant: Giusepe Cutispoto of Corpsing joins me to round up the latest singles by Istapp, Dormant Ordeal, Th...
Mar 28, 2025•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 259
This week, I conclude my three-part series celebrating the best albums of 2024 and reveal my favourite release of 2024. As is now our standing tradition, I am joined by Mike Hill. Mike is a fellow Horseman of the Podcasting Apocalypse, a member of Tombs, Scorpio Throne and Begotten Sun and the host of the Everything Went Black and Necromaniacs podcasts. PLUS, in my weekly news rant: Rivers of Nihil turn in another slab of hot garbage, while posers across the globe bleat: “AOTY 2025!” in unison. ...
Mar 28, 2025•2 hr 53 min•Ep. 258
This week, I'm joined by the Sinister Minister, Karl Haikara, and The Duke of Metal, Dave Berardi, for the continuation of my countdown of the top albums of 2024. Karl Haikara, a fellow member of the Horsemen of the Podcasting Apocalypse, hosts the Sol Nox Podcast, which you can find every Thursday and Sunday on Spotify. Dave Berardi shares his reviews of extreme metal releases on Instagram at @razoreatermetal. PLUS, in my weekly news rant: Behemoth completes the final step of their transformati...
Mar 28, 2025•3 hr 17 min•Ep. 257
No hexes are left uncast and no posers are left un-slayed on the first ever Unholy Podcast Trio, a special 3+ hour series released in three parts, featuring yours truly, Shayan from Iblis Manifestations, and Jerry Kurunen from Rauta. Each instalment will be available on the respective channel’s usual platforms, including YouTube. Part 1: Discovering Black Metal, W.A.S.P., and Religion – Available Monday, 27th January via Rauta (https://linktr.ee/rautametal) Part 2: Cancel Culture and Politics – ...
Mar 28, 2025•2 hr 44 min•Ep. 256
I’m back! And to kick off another year, I’m joined by Graveir frontman, Gutter Prince Cabal head honcho and my good friend, Nathan Glover, to analyze, discuss, debate, dissect and celebrate our favourite albums of 2024. PLUS: an extra spicy news rant that includes my first impressions of the latest singles by Spiritworld, Kryptan, Scour and others, as well as my thoughts on some of the biggest disappointments of the past twelve months, what I'd consider a suitable punishment for animal abuser an...
Mar 28, 2025•3 hr 22 min•Ep. 255
Chris Naughton and Nick Wallwork of English atmospheric black metallers, Winterfylleth, make their long overdue debut on Into The Necrosphere this week. On the eve of releasing their career-defining new album, “The Imperious Horizon”, we discuss its genesis, the band’s past and its future. We also chop it up over Alien Romulus, the UK metal scene in the early 2000s and much more. On my weekly news rant I round up the latest singles by 1349, Defeated Sanity, Fuming Mouth, Opeth, Ripped to Shreds ...
Sep 11, 2024•3 hr 9 min
