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The Metal Podcast

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The Metal Podcast is a music show from a heavy metal perspective that speaks about the past, present and future of music, as well the impact of the various genres on pop culture throughout the years. Please consider joining our patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram: @ themetalpod https://www.instagram.com/themetalpod/ Follow us on Facebook: @ The Metal Podcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091630607654 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY3SMSVUtKIWMpTN_KWaxMw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76NgsKvB6bRP0buevIUVMs Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-metal-podcast/id1683190081 RSS Feed: https://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:1241056438/sounds.rss iHeartradio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-metal-podcast-142645204/ One time donations here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/themetalpodcast Check out AC's metal album here: https://ancestorscall.bandcamp.com/album/endure
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Episodes

Gimme Green (by The Flippants)

I'm a saint in a suit with my hand outstretched Holier than thou but don't forget to invest Preachin' the gospel of checks and cash Got my hands in your pockets while the good times last Sacrifice all I have for the Benjamin strain Teachin' life's a hassle best cured by gain I'm a humble servant to the almighty bucks Swallow my sermons while I drive your trucks Gimme green I'm so selfless Gimme green I won't be restless Gimme green it's purely painless Gimme green don’t be brainless Love and pea...

Jun 19, 20244 min

Episode 61: Diary Of Forbidden Dreams

Ac and Dj finally rank their top 15 metal bands of all time. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod Check out AC's first album here ancestorscall.bandcamp.com/album/endure Apple podcasts: https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-metal-podcast%2Fid1683190081&token=db6b43-1-171856103...

Jun 16, 20241 hr 35 min

Episode 60: The Invincible Armor

Dj and Ac are joined by the irreverent, and elegant producers, John Hiler and Adam Clark to talk about various angles of writing music, producing music, the impact of music and many jokes are to be had. There are laughs abundant, and many an intellect will be stimulated. If you need something to fill your commute, this is one not to miss! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpo...

Jun 09, 20242 hr 6 min

Episode 59: Thunder Warrior

Ac and Dj are back to give you an update on the final date of the Amon Amarth, Cannibal Corpse and Obituary tour, and the importance of taking established legends on arena tours. After the serious talk, we discuss lizzo and proceed to make a string of fat jokes, after she gets dragged over the coals on South park. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod Check out AC's first al...

Jun 02, 20241 hr 27 min

Episode 58: The Strangeness

DJ and AC are back with another odd series of events where we plan for 1 thing, and we end up somewhere completely different. We discover an odd "Top 15 Metal Bands" and we may have found that chat GPT is responsible for writing many of these articles and lists. Tune is for a huge show, because we always offer so much in such a short period of time! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram ...

May 26, 20241 hr 59 min

Episode 57: Spellcaster

Ac and Dj are back to bring you another light-hearted, but always insightful episode on AI produced music, and some really funny, although crass, songs that have been created by one guy that just thought some old ads and album covers were amusing. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod https://www.patreon.com/TheMetalP...

May 19, 20241 hr 25 min

Episode 56: Kung Fu Kids (Special Guest Zoltan Bathory of Five Figner Death Punch)

Dj and Ac are joined by very special guest, Zoltan Bathory of Five Figner Death Punch, where we discuss martial arts, fighting, art, music, spirituality and career beginnings. As always, it is always intellectually overloading, with just the right amount of mirth. Tune in and have a good time with us! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Fol...

May 12, 20241 hr 14 min

Episode 55: Keeping On

Ac and Dj are back with another lightning fast episode full of fun stories, unique takes and language too hot for certain countries. We are joined by Ben Ash from Strigoi, Carcass, Satyricon and many other bands, and we have a lovely conversation that is sure to lighten any bloke's day. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Insta...

May 05, 20241 hr 30 min

Episode 54: Bitter Harvest

Dj and Ac are back and the fire rises! Ac has a rebuttal to the last episode and it is his most passionate rant, yet. We also cover the newest allegation of sexual misconduct of a popular celebrity, and frequent topic of this show, Megan Thee Stallion. This is a very important episode and you won't want to miss it. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMe...

Apr 28, 20241 hr 46 min

Episode 53: Fire Fight

Ac and Dj are joined by guests Valerie and Craig Goldy (ex-Dio) to discuss the record industry, how the trends change, the debauchery that lead to the discovery of grunge music and it all ends in a debate about generational perspective. This one is total non-stop action, and you're going to want to fasten your seat belt, because we are taking you for a ride! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to...

Apr 21, 20241 hr 39 min

Episode 52: Return To Earth

Dj and Ac are back in a solo effort, and we talk about a lot of stories that we haven't been able to cover, lately. From Dragonforce covering Taylor Swift to the Lizzo quitting social media due to bullying. It's all fire and brimstone here, and you will not want to miss this! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @theme...

Apr 15, 20241 hr 34 min

The David Ellefson Special

Ac and Dj bring you a very special episode where we sit down and have a very casual chat with one of our heroes, David Ellefson! We talk about Judas Priest, Overkill and WCW. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod Check out AC's first album here ancestorscall.bandcamp.com/album/endure Apple: https://gate.sc/...

Apr 07, 202436 min

Episode 51: The Keepers

AC and DJ are back and are joined by 2 guests! In hour one, we are joined by Jason Bittner as we discuss the police, the ever changing political climate, making music for for the WWE and Jason reads some rap lyrics. In the second hour, we are joined by one of our friends from across the pond and to the north, Tornado Bearstone to discuss the sinister side of marketing and the unhealthy effects it can have on a massive level. We always bring the big ideas, and we always bring enough fun to go wit...

Mar 31, 20242 hr 21 min

Episode 50: I Don't Give A Damn

Ac and Dj celebrate their 50th show and are joined by guests Valerie Ince and Matt Starr. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod Check out AC's first album here ancestorscall.bandcamp.com/album/endure Apple: https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgate.sc%2F%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fgate.sc%252F%253Furl%253Dht...

Mar 24, 20241 hr 26 min

Episode 49: Quest For The Mighty Sword

Dj and Ac are back in the saddle to deliver 2 hours of mind blowing, thought provoking content. In the first hour we are joined by industry veteran, Janne Stark, to discuss the Swedish music scene and the slow perversion of it from western influences. In the second hour, we are joined by piano man Mark Deeks to discuss the new Judas Priest record, the mental wasteland that is modern pop, and Mark's favorite football club. It's always a good time with the 2 biggest party animals on the mic! Come ...

Mar 18, 20242 hr 19 min

Episode 48: Crossing The Line

Ac and Dj, on another solo mission, are back to bring one of the most demanded requests of all time, our thoughts on Limp Bizkit, as well as how their popularity grew, and how that ties into other artists getting popular. We also return to Rihanna and the overall state of pop music icon grooming. This is another deep and important episode, so stay tuned, and hold onto your seat! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMeta...

Mar 10, 20241 hr 33 min

Episode 47: Counter Destroyer

Dj and Ac are joined by Valerie Ince to discuss why certain folks in the business made it, what music is appropriate for children to listen to and which albums should be passed down to future generations. This is one that really activates the almonds, so tune in! You won't want to miss out! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on I...

Mar 03, 20241 hr 31 min

Episode 46: Travel Without Terror

Dj and Ac are back with a much more focused episode, where we are joined by DJ Will Howell. We talk about heavy metal in the 80s, the nostalgia lens we view legacy acts through, the Monsters of Rock cruise and WWE Wrestling. It's another show stopper, and you won't want to miss out! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram...

Feb 25, 20241 hr 39 min

Episode 45: Leather Jackets

Welcome back everyone as Ac and Dj bring you 2 more insightful, yet whimsical, hours of music entertainment. In hour one we are joined by industry veteran, Marc Ferrari of Keel, where we discuss the history and evolution of rock in the 80s. After the break, we are joined by Norman Skinner, current singer of Forbidden, and we discuss growing up around thrash metal as it was slowing losing steam, joining your idols on stage, the San Fransisco 49s, He-Man toys and more reading of rap lyrics. It's a...

Feb 18, 20242 hr 14 min

Episode 44: Blue Paradise

Dj and Ac are back with a powerhouse line up and 2 full hours of unadulterated content with back to back guests. In hour one, we are joined by authors/Jersey Metal legends, Frank White and Alan Tecchio, authors of Jersey Metal: A History of the Garden State's Heavy Metal Scene. In the second hour, we take a little turn and are joined by Jeff Carlisi, founding guitar player of .38 Special. As always, we talk past, present and future of music. You won't want to miss this! Intro music: www.youtube....

Feb 11, 20242 hr 28 min

Episode 43: She's Dressed To Kill (Special Guest Ms. Randall)

Ac and Dj are back and have brought the lovely Ms. Randall to talk about the Los Angeles Metal Scene, the various characters you can encounter there, and how the music world has really changed from just a few short years ago. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod Check out AC's first album here ancestorscall.bandcamp....

Feb 04, 20241 hr 37 min

Episode 42: The Prey

Dj and Ac return with another in depth look at another pop star with a very disturbing past. This week we bring you the sinister and questionable relationship between Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and pop stars, Usher Raymond and Justin Bieber. It's another black mark for the world of pop music, and a deep look into the past of one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. You won't want to miss this one. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6Q...

Jan 28, 20241 hr 37 min

Episode 41: High Spirits

Ac and Dj return for our most emotional and philosophical episode yet. In the first hour we are joined by Finland's Tornado Bearstone of Gentle Savage and Mikko Heino of Rylos and we discuss what makes music and what makes a man. Hour 2, we are joined by Bass virtuoso, Francesco DiCosmo and we discuss sovereign citizens, lies we are forced to tell and all sorts of other fun things. This is the deepest episode we have ever done, but it is just as fun as ever. Check it out! Intro music: www.youtub...

Jan 21, 20242 hr 50 min

Episode 40: Master Class (Special Guest Bjorn Englen)

Ac and Dj return for 2 non stop hours of rock n roll with special guest, bass virtuoso, Bjorn Englen. Bjorn shares with us his past experiences with the various bands he has been with, his ventures into the rock and roll fantasy camp, his thoughts on current music/pop, and of course, rap lyric reading. The party never stops here, and the rock n roll never dies! You won't want to miss out! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&a...

Jan 14, 20242 hr 2 min

Episode 39: For The Love Of It

Ac and Dj return for another hot episode, and we have brought Canadian legend, Michael J. Miller with us! We talk guitar playing, guitar tones, song production, teaching, the past, present and future, along with what is music, and Michael reads some inspirational lyrics. You won't want to miss this one! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on...

Jan 07, 20241 hr 31 min

Episode 38: Cocaine: One Man's Poison (With Special Guest Ed Cohen)

Dj and Ac return for the new year with the same ol' song and dance, except we are joined by special guest Ed Cohen. We discuss his career, Max Di Carlo, the future with AI technology in film and music, and Ed reads some wonderful rap lyrics, at the end. It will all make sense, so stick around! Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheMetalPodcast Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&t=0s Subscribe to our you...

Jan 02, 20241 hr 52 min

Episode 37: Eyes of the Beholder

Ac and Dj are back with 2 burning hours of red hot takes that are sure to warm your winter nights. We discuss the psychological conditioning of pop music, and how the same conditions that put a song in your head, also influence your own behavior. After we return from the break, we discuss how AI is going to be used to replace all pop music, and that is because it already is. Merry Christmas everyone, and as always, you won't want to miss this one! Please consider joining our patreon: www.patreon...

Dec 25, 20232 hr 15 min

Episode 36: Hanging on a Star (With Special Guest Aben Eubanks of Kelly Clarkson)

Dj and Ac are joined by Aben Eubanks, of the Kelly Clarkson band, to discuss Kelly Clarkson, their love for rock and metal, the music business, the lack of mainstream rock, and the current state of popular artists. Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod Check out AC's first album here ancestorscall.bandcamp.com/album/e...

Dec 20, 20231 hr 37 min

Episode 35: Runaway Train

Dj and Ac are back to bring you another action packed episode where we feature special guest Eric Horton of Seventrain. We discuss all things music, guitar, metal, black metal, and sports, and we do so in great spirits with much mirth and laughter. Check it out! Intro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzYrKLtxyPM&t=0s Outro music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daK6QX3dcM&t=0s Subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@TheMetalPodcast Follow us on Instagram @themetalpod Check out AC's fir...

Dec 11, 20231 hr 40 min

Episode 34: Waiting For The Light (With Special Guest Lord Ahriman)

AC and DJ have returned for 2 more hours of hard hitting music action, and in the first hour we are joined by black metal legend, Lord Ahriman, from Dark Funeral. We discuss his musical influences, plans for the future and his outlook on modern music. In the second hour we circle back to our brief discussion on modern discussion, and discuss the new rap phenomenon that AC has dubbed "whore-hop". We discuss Cardi B, Nikki Minaj, Iggy Azalea, other artists like them, and specifically the new artis...

Dec 04, 20232 hr 7 min
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