This week we are joined by Heath, owner of Wax Mage Records and production manager for Gotta Groove Records in Ohio. Wax Mage is an independent label that has a wide variety of artists and puts out the best custom vinyl in the market. We talk about how Wax Mage started, a little insight into the process of making custom vinyl, some collaborations WM has done, preview of some of the custom vinyl, and more. Check it out on all streaming platforms today! Shop Blastbeats Vinyl for all your metal vin...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Have you ever created a hypothetical scenario in your head just for fun? We decided to do that and create a scenario in which we are stranded on a desert island and could only bring 10 albums out of our collections with us on the island, which was a lot harder than what either of us expected to narrow down. Check out the full video on YouTube and subscribe to our channel for weekly episodes. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl for all your metal vinyl needs, use our promo code "NOISE" for 10% off your first o...
Jul 29, 2024•34 min
This week we brought Jonathan and Kevin on the show, 2/3 of the members of Urban Heat. A dark electro/proto-punk/synth wave style band with a touch of goth too. Their 2nd album "The Tower" is set to release on August 16th. We talk about the record and how it differs from the previous, the upcoming tour, making cologne, shooting a documentary, and much more. Check it out on all streaming platforms today. Donate to their fundraiser for the European Tour Here Checkout their website here Shop Blastb...
Jul 29, 2024•54 min
This week we brought Rob on the show. Rob is a one man black metal band titled "Lammoth" who recently released his debut album "Tales of Treachery" through Fiadh Productions. It is an awesome record, black metal with an instrumental and melodic twist that still feels dark and heavy. Check the album out today on all streaming platforms. Checkout the full video of the interview on YouTube and subscribe to us if you like the podcast. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl and use our promo code "NOISE" for 10% off ...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 5 min
We have made it to 100 Episodes! Thank you to everyone for your support along the way, whether you have listened to 1 or all of the episodes we appreciate all of you. Check out our YouTube channel for the full video interview with Cosmo & Bayly. They are part of Florida hardcore band "Contention" who just recently released their debut record "Artillery From Heaven" on DAZE Records. We get into the album, some crazy show stories, touring, and much more. Streaming on all platforms, follow us a...
Jul 15, 2024•1 hr 1 min
This week we talk with Trevor and Aaron of We Will Rot. WWR is a Metalcore band out of the Ypsilanti, Michigan area with a killer sound! very reminiscent of early 2000's Trustkill, Ferret, Eulogy Records sound. They recently released a brand new EP called "The Decay of a Failed Creation". We talk about the EP, the formation of the band, a very early Knocked Loose show and more. Blastbeats Vinyl Website Use Promo Code "NOISE" for 10% off your first order. Noise Avocation | We Will Rot | Blastbeat...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 9 min
If you're streaming this on your phone, checkout the full video on YouTube to see the albums. So we all have been in a record store, picked up a record and looked at the artwork and have been curious, wowed, shocked, or reacted in some type of way and then you get home and put the record on and it is nothing like what you would have expected. This week we go over some of the albums that have mislead us over the years. Noise Avocation | YouTube...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Checkout this episode on YouTube to watch the full video of the podcast and see our albums we talked about. This week we go over some of our favorite debut albums in all genres. We cover some hip-hop, metal, country, folk, and more! We tried to mix up the list with some less obvious choices for debut albums, checkout the artists mentioned in the show. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl for all your metal vinyl needs. Use our promo code "NOISE" for 10% off your first order. Follow us on Instagram and check us...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 11 min
We have all had this happen, an album has a crazy amount of hype behind it, or maybe the previous album was incredible and you just could not wait for the follow up. But when you heard it, the album just sucked and was a huge letdown. This week we brought to you 10 albums each that were a letdown to us. A wide variety of things musically, checkout the post on Instagram and let us know some of your letdown albums in the comments. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl use our promo code "NOISE" for 10% off your f...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 8 min
This week we are joined by TJ who is a familiar face in the Detroit music scene, having been in bands such as Smash Your Enemies, Bitter Peace A.D. xTyrantx, and more! He is back with a brand new group called "Escalation of Force" with a fresh sampler of songs out, check it out on all streaming services. We talk about the upcoming EP, upcoming plans for the band, boxing, and more. Check it out everywhere you get your podcasts, follow us and the band on Instagram at the links below. Shop Blastbea...
May 27, 2024•1 hr 10 min
This week we are joined by Beast! the man himself behind Detroit Hardcore band H8 Inc. Chances are if you're into hardcore you have heard the band or at the very least heart some of the stories. We get into some old show stories, the future of the band, the upcoming vinyl release of "Fraternal Order of Felons" and more. Check it out on all platforms today! Follow H8 Inc and others at the links below. Noise Avocation | YouTube | H8 Inc | Daze Records...
May 20, 2024•44 min
This week we brought Ryan from the Ohio metal band "Yfel" who released their first full length album late last year "Beneath the Mountains Vigil" through Fiadh Productions. We get into the album and the cool concept behind it revolving around coal mining and workers rights, we talk about how the band linked up with Fiadh Productions, black metal, movies, and much more. Check out the episode on your favorite streaming service today. Follow us and others mentioned in the episode at the links below...
May 13, 2024•1 hr 17 min
This week we are joined by Dylan and Sean of the Michigan band Antighost. They are a high energy emo, pop punk style band with a real catchy sound and great songs! We get into talking about the band, the latest album, music videos, upcoming shows, and a whole lot more. Check out the episode now to hear everything, follow us and the band using the links in the episode description. Check out the new music video from Antighost for the song "Still Alive" here Shop Blastbeats Vinyl for all your metal...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 22 min
This week we are joined by Casey and Carter of the Indianapolis Hardcore band "Crossfire". They recently released a demo that you can checkout on Bandcamp. Be sure to follow them on Instagram at the link below and check out their music too. We get into the demo, upcoming shows, the future of the band, and more. Check it out everywhere today. Noise Avocation | YouTube | Crossfire | Bandcamp | Blastbeats Vinyl...
Apr 29, 2024•45 min
This week are joined by Damian who is the man behind the atmospheric black metal band "Robes of Snow". A great blend of black metal and soothing atmospheric sounds. We talk about the band, the many many instruments he plays, Fiadh Productions, and much more. Check out the episode everywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us and Robes of Snow at the links below. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl ! The best online one stop metal vinyl shop. Use promo code "NOISE" for 10% off your first order. Noise Avocation |...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 20 min
This week we brought Pat who hosts the YouTube channel "Ground Zero Salem" on to talk about his channel, physical media collecting, anticipated releases, and just music in general. Pat runs an awesome channel with varying topics and a cool and knowledgeable guy in general. Check out the episode hear about it. Follow us and Pat on Instagram at the links below, and checkout his YouTube channel and his website that he sells various media on. Noise Avocation | NA YouTube | Ground Zero Salem | GZS Yo...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 39 min
This week we are joined by Alonso & Daniel, the two guitarists of death/doom metal band "Civerous" who just released their 2nd album and label debut on 20 Buck Spin Records, the album is titled "Maze Envy". You can check it out streaming everywhere and pick it up from your local record store or the 20 Buck Spin website. We get into the concept of the album, some of the gear used, touring, and much more. Tune in to hear all about it. Follow us, the band, the label, and more at the links below...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min
This week we are joined by Dan and Jon of the Buffalo, NY Punk/Hardcore band "World on Fire". Check out the interview as we get into the details on the latest EP, the upcoming record from the band, touring, merch, Buffalo music scene, and much more! Follow us and the band on Instagram below. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl and use code "NOISE" for 10% off your first order. Noise Avocation | World on Fire | WoF Bandcamp | Blastbeats Vinyl...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 1 min
This week we sat and talked with Ramona (Promona) about her booking agency "Black Iris Booking". If you are in the Detroit area or have been to a show in the Detroit area, there is a good chance that Black Iris put the show on. We get into the early days of Black Iris and how everything played out along the way. A ton of information to take in so enjoy! Follow us and Black Iris at the links below. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl for all your metal vinyl needs. Use promo code "NOISE" for 10% off your first...
Mar 25, 2024•2 hr 4 min
This week we take the podcast to England in Leeds to chat with Xander from the band Slimelord who recently released their debut full length record on 20 Buck Spin "Chytridiomycosis Relinquished" with artwork done by the Art Wizard Brad Moore. This record will definitely make it to our top ten by the end of the year. Packed with layers of sounds and heavy riffs to create a slimy, swampy atmosphere of death metal. Check this album out today on all streaming platforms, pick it up at your local reco...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 3 min
This week we are joined by the incredible artist Brad Moore. Brad is responsible for years and years of metal music album covers from Gatecreeper, Divine Empire, Slimelord, Worm, Sixty Watt Shaman, and on and on. This man has been putting in work in the industry for over 30 years and has an immediately recognizable style on his artwork. Tune into the episode to hear the concept behind some of his work, how he get into doing what he does, upcoming projects and much more. Check the episode post on...
Mar 11, 2024•1 hr 32 min
This week we sat down and talked to guitarist of Boston hardcore band "Cold Case". Last year they put out 2 EP's "Beyond Recognition" and "There Will Be Blood" which you can find streaming everywhere. We talk about the band forming, inspiration for their lyrics, upcoming changes and plans for the band, and much more. Tune in to hear everything, thanks for listening! Follow us and the band on Instagram at the links below. Shop Blastbeats Vinyl and use our promo code "NOISE" for 10% off your first...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 8 min
This week we are joined by a couple Hardcore/Punk Rock legends. Mean Steve & Chubby Fresh of the one and only "One Life Crew". We talk about the band, shows, some wild stories, modern day life, and much more. A real pleasure to be able to sit and chat with these two guys, both very humble, real, down to earth people. Enjoy the episode and thanks for listening. Follow us and OLC on Instagram at the links below. Noise Avocation | One Life Crew | YouTube...
Feb 26, 2024•1 hr 25 min
This week we are joined by Dave, Tony, and Joe of the Ohio band "Last Gasp" who released their 2nd full length "Who wants to die tonight?" late last year on WAR records. If you have not heard the album yet you can check it out on all streaming platforms now. Tune in to the episode to hear about the band, the making of the album, the awesome artwork, and much more. Follow us and the band on Instagram at the links below. Thanks for listening! Noise Avocation | Last Gasp | War Records | YouTube...
Feb 19, 2024•1 hr
This week we got to chat with Brenden Therrien of "Over and Out Recordings". We talk about how he started his label, releases that he has done recently and some older releases too. You may recognize the name from the recent "Never Ending Game" release put out. Checkout the interview to hear about it. Follow us and Over and Out on Instagram at the links below, for purchases checkout Over and Out's Big Cartel also linked below. Thanks for listening. Noise Avocation | Over & Out | O&O BigCa...
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 8 min
This week we are joined by Jeff from the castle metal band "Weald & Woe" also of "By Fire and Sword" you have heard us mention this band on our last few episodes talking about their latest album "For the good of the realm" which was out on Fiadh Productions in September last year. We talk about the band getting together, writing the album, inspirations, black metal, books, and more. Check out the episode to hear all the details. Follow us and the band on Instagram at the links below and shar...
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr 32 min
This week we are joined by Bariann who runs a label known as "Fiadh Productions". Fiadh releases mostly black metal and dungeon synth artists such as Weald & Woe, Yfel, By Fire and Sword and many many more. We talk about the charity work for animals she does with her label, recent releases, how the label started, tacos, bad french fries and much more! Tune in to hear the whole interview. Please follow us and Fiadh on Instagram at the links below, as well as donate or even just share the link...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr 3 min
This week we are joined by Julian & Bryant of Detroit Hardcore band "Dead Hang". We talk about their 2 E.P.s released last year, how the band started, their plans for the year ahead of them and even about Batman and some movies for awhile. Support them by checking out a show if you're able, picking up some merch, and following them on Instagram at the link below. Rate us on your favorite streaming service and share our episodes with your friends, thanks for listening as always. Noise Avocati...
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 4 min
This week we got to sit down and talk with Mark from Denver Colorado band "Time X Heist" they are a newer band on the scene that has already played alongside some big artists such as Gorilla Biscuits, Madball, and more. We talk about their latest E.P. and split album they did, upcoming shows, songwriting, and much more. Check out the interview! Follow us and Time X Heist at the links below on Instagram, check out their music and tell your friends! Noise Avocation | Time X Heist | YouTube |...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min
If you're a metal vinyl collector we're sure by now you have seen Blastbeats Vinyl come up on your Instagram page. The site is the best online one stop metal shop out today for all your metal vinyl needs. They take pride in what they do and deliver your records with extreme care. We had the pleasure of sitting down to chat with Amit who alongside his wife Roni started Blastbeats Vinyl store. We talk about the first year he has had with the store, some of his best selling titles, his goals moving...
Jan 08, 2024•58 min
