
The Metal Forge®
The Metal Forge is a weekly podcast dedicated to metal and heavy music culture. It features interviews with bands, label executives, podcasters, and venue promoters, aiming to support and elevate the heavy music scene. The show is part of the Flamekeeper Podcast Network.
Episodes
The Metal Forge - 386 - Erdve
The band ERDVE is renowned for embarking on unconventional ventures, opting to perform in locations that may initially seem incongruous with their musical style or are not typically recognized as standard venues. Their first such performance occurred at St. John's Church in 2019, followed by another at Lukiškės Ex-Prison, both situated in Vilnius, Lithuania.Following the release of their secon
The Metal Forge - 385 - Dysthen
Emerging from the frostbitten streets of Stockholm, Sweden, Dysthen introduces a compelling new voice in the music scene. This raw, enigmatic entity channels the profound duality of existence, exploring themes of beauty and decay, nature and numbness, and the pervasive gloom that accompanies the gradual disintegration of the self. Dysthen forges a unique path, eschewing clichés in pursuit of emoti
The Metal Forge - 384 - Shi
In Louisville, KY, while swamps may be absent, the heavy sounds of Shi create an atmosphere that feels eerily murky. Their music navigates the familiar territory of self-harm and degradation, yet they deliver it with a unique intensity that feels like a new experience. The piercing vocals soar over gritty riffs, establishing a groove that is often missing in standard stoner doom bands. In a parado
The Metal Forge - 348 - Stoned Jesus
Stoned Jesus, formed by Igor Sydorenko in 2009, is a Kyiv-based heavy rock band influenced by Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. Initially a solo project called "Stoned Jesus from the Outer Space," it was shortened for seriousness. Their debut album, "First Communion," was released in 2010, followed by "Seven Thunders Roar" in 2012, which included the iconic track "
The Metal Forge - 347 - All Hell
ALL HELL is a blackened metal trio from Asheville, North Carolina, known for their relentless fusion of first wave black metal, deathrock, punk, and horror-driven storytelling. Since forming in 2013, the band has carved out a distinct identity rooted in occult themes, razor-sharp riffs, and a fierce DIY ethos. Their sound is aggressive, stripped-down, and deeply atmospheric — a raw, unfiltered des
The Metal Forge - 346 - Riastrad
Riastrad was established in 2010 in Portland, Oregon, when guitarist Damion Lazzara collaborated with drummer Peter Bordokoff to record what would become the "Driving Into the Sun" EP. Following the recording, Peter was unable to continue with the project, but a mutual friend introduced Damion to drummer Lance Paden. Lance subsequently brought guitarist Justin Romito and bassist/vocalist
The Metal Forge - 345 - Bask
Bask has called Asheville, North Carolina home for as long as they've been together. Drummer Scott Middleton and guitarist Ray Worth were already making some serious noise when they teamed up in 2013 with bassist Jesse Van Note and vocalist/guitarist Zeb Wright, who had just moved to The Land of the Sky. "We've been a band longer than we've been with our spouses," Van Note sa
The Metal Forge - 344 - Drugula
Drugula is an emerging force within the Atlanta doom metal scene, known for their distinctive sound that melds heaviness with atmospheric elements. Formed by a group of accomplished musicians, the band draws on a rich tapestry of influences ranging from classic doom pioneers to modern interpretations, creating a sonic landscape characterized by slow, crushing riffs and haunting melodies. They acti
The Metal Forge - 343 - Mercifix
Mercifix, hailing from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, epitomizes the raw energy and aggressive sound characteristic of the speed/thrash metal genre. Formed in the early 2010s (as traitor), they quickly garnered attention for their blistering guitar riffs, complex rhythmic structures, and intense vocal delivery that pay homage to stalwart influences like Overkill and Slayer while infusing their unique
The Metal Forge - 342 - Laid Back Country Picker
Imagine cruising down an endless highway with Laid Back & Honey with the windows rolled down, a warm breeze flowing through the cab of your well-loved pickup. That’s the essence of this music—it's like a sonic mashup without ties to any fixed genre. Picture twangy guitars and heartfelt riffs that feel right out of a 1970s rock scene, but also carry that gritty, no-frills vibe you’d find at
The Metal Forge - 341 - Syrinx
Born in the shadows of a slanted farmhouse outside Vancouver, SYRINX is a heavy metal/progressive rock collective led by guitarist, producer, Graham McGee. Known for their theatrical flair and cerebral songwriting, the band delivers a fresh and unique blend of oldschool heavymetal and classic prog wizardry — echoing the likes of Rush, Genesis, Fates Warning, Queensrÿche, and Judas Priest.SYRINX be
The Metal Forge - 340 - Kallias
Kallias is a progressive metal band distinguished by their cerebral and intricate sound, artfully blending elements of various musical genres to create an evocative listening experience. Characterized by complex time signatures, polyrhythmic structures, and meticulously crafted melodies, the band's music showcases technical proficiency while delving into deep philosophical themes and emotional
The Metal Forge - 339 - Ozzy Osbourne Tribute
Ozzy Osbourne, the self-proclaimed "Prince of Darkness"—a title he certainly lived up to—co-founded Black Sabbath in 1968, a band whose groundbreaking sound shattered expectations entirely. As their frontman, Ozzy’s distinctive vocals and mesmerizing stage antics propelled them to superstardom throughout the 1970s. Imagine the landscape of music without anthems like "Paranoid"
The Metal Forge - 338 - Black Rosary
Black Rosary offers a unique blend of heavy music, a gothic aesthetic, and, most importantly, a promise of an unforgettable experience, all under the banner of Trve Kentucky Goth Metal. This band is at the forefront of the new sound in heavy metal. Black Rosary is loud, thrilling, and represents the future of music.With their powerful riffs and haunting melodies, Black Rosary captivates audiences,
The Metal Forge - 337 - Night Killer
In the shadowy corners of Northern Indiana, a unique musical force has emerged that fuses the raw energy of punk with the haunting themes of horror: Night Killer. This band has carved out a niche within the horror metal and punk genres, captivating audiences with their chilling lyrics, electrifying performances, and distinct visual style. As they navigate the delicate balance between fright and fa
The Metal Forge - 336 - The Rising Tide
The Rising Tide is a four-piece modern deathcore band hailing from Manawatu, New Zealand. Originally formed in 2012, the band disbanded in 2016 but made a triumphant return in 2021 with a refreshed lineup and an enhanced, heavier sound.Recently, The Rising Tide completed multiple tours across New Zealand, promoting their latest EP, "The Hope We Die For," which has garnered significant ac
The Metal Forge - 335 - Grasping Air Booking
Mark your calendars for July 11th and 12th, 2025, as we proudly present the inaugural Asheville Doomed and Stoned Fest! This exciting festival is officially affiliated with the renowned Doomed and Stoned blog, which has been a cornerstone of the heavy metal community since its founding in 2013. Following the success of various Doomed and Stoned Fests across the United States—including cities like
The Metal Forge - 334 - ...and Oceans
...And Oceans is a Finnish band known for its unique blend of extreme music, evolving since their formation in 1995 after the disbandment of Festerday. They explore a mix of genres, including black metal, classical, and industrial, while consistently maintaining their core sound. Founding member Timo Kontio emphasizes their commitment to musical exploration without sacrificing their identity.Their
The Metal Forge - 333 - Ancient Days
Hailing from the enigmatic depths of Indianapolis, Indiana, Ancient Days is a doom/horror band that thrives in the shadows. With a sound that resonates with the foreboding atmosphere of the unknown, each note is a chilling whisper that beckons listeners into an eerie realm of darkness. Since 2020, the band has woven together haunting melodies and thunderous riffs, creating an experience that capti
The Metal Forge - 332 - Kal-El
Get ready to blast off into space with the awesome new album, *Astral Voyager*, from the band KAL-EL!This cool group started in Stavanger, Norway, back in 2012, and they’ve been rocking hard ever since. They mix together different styles like heavy metal, psychedelic sounds, and even some desert vibes, all while telling epic sci-fi stories.After going on five wild musical adventures with their alb
The Metal Forge - 331 - Noosebearer
Get ready to crank up the volume because Noosebearer, the cutting-edge modern Midwestern metalcore band, is set to unleash their highly anticipated new album "Cost of Life" on June 7th, 2025! This electrifying release promises to deliver a sonic blast of intense riffs, infectious melodies, and gut-wrenching lyrics that dive deep into themes of struggle and resilience. Building on their a
The Metal Forge - 330 - David Ellefson
From his humble beginnings on a farm in rural Minnesota, David Ellefson has embarked on an extraordinary journey—both literally and figuratively—transforming himself into a global icon as the bassist for the legendary thrash metal band MEGADETH. Celebrated for his distinctive, hard-hitting playing style and unwavering commitment to his craft, Ellefson has crafted an impressive professional tapestr
The Metal Forge - 329 - Doomsday Profit
Durham, N.C.-based sludge metal band Doomsday Profit is set to unleash their highly anticipated self-titled album on September 19, 2025! Building on their signature blend of gritty, groovy, and psychedelic sludge, this album promises to take listeners on an exhilarating journey through a diverse sonic landscape.With nine electrifying tracks, Doomsday Profit has woven an even broader tapestry of in
The Metal Forge - 328 - Tower
New York City’s band Tower has embarked on their third studio album, **Let There Be Dark**, which showcases their heaviest and darkest sound yet. The lead single, **“Under the Chapel,”** features an Eastern-inspired riff and is influenced by a Yiddish lullaby, reflecting a nightmarish vision of the current world.This album marks a shift from their previous rock influences to a pure metal focus. Re
The Metal Forge - 327 - Plague Ritual
Emerging from the vibrant streets of Oakland, Plague Ritual infuses the music scene with a dynamic and powerful energy. The band is rapidly gaining traction by crafting intense and captivating songs that resonate with a diverse audience. By blending the classic sounds of Gothenburg metal with a contemporary twist, Plague Ritual delivers a compelling fusion of melodic and aggressive guitar work, th
The Metal Forge - 326 - Razorgrave
Razorgrave, previously known as NeverFall, is a dynamic thrash metal band hailing from the heart of South Carolina. Since their inception in 2010, they have honed a distinctive, lightning-fast, and bone-crushingly heavy thrash sound that sets them apart from the rest. A pivotal moment came in 2018 with a lineup change that injected new energy and creativity into the band.Fast forward to August 202
The Metal Forge - 325 - Restless Spirit
Restless Spirit is a Stoner/Doom Metal band hailing from Long Island, New York, that was formed in 2018. Their music blends heavy psychedelic riffs with slow and sludgy tempo changes, creating a unique and immersive listening experience for fans of the genre. The band's sound is characterized by haunting vocals, distorted guitar tones, and intricate drum patterns that build tension and release
The Metal Forge - 324 - Rat King
Rat King, Evansville, Indiana's own stoner/doom metal band, has been making waves in the local music scene with their unique blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric soundscapes. Comprised of talented musicians who are passionate about their craft, Rat King has garnered a dedicated following of fans who eagerly anticipate each new release and live performance. With intricate guitar work, thunderou
The Metal Forge - 323 - Olathia
Olathia is a Melodic/Power/Thrash Metal band that seamlessly blends elements of Traditional Heavy Metal, Thrash Metal, and Power Metal to create a dynamic and powerful sound. Led by soaring and gut-wrenching female vocals, the band delivers a unique blend of shredding riffs and grooving rhythms that captivate audiences. With a fusion of genres and a relentless energy, Olathia offers a truly unforg
The Metal Forge - 322 - Year of the Cobra
Hailing from Seattle, Washington, USA, is a dynamic psychedelic doom power duo. Since their inception in early 2015, this band has quickly garnered a dedicated following through relentless touring and captivating performances at various festivals. Their music delves deep into themes of the occult, creating a unique and immersive experience for listeners. With their heavy riffs and mesmerizing voca
The Metal Forge - 321 - DMR Books & Jo Gamel
DMR Books has carved a niche in the literary world by specializing in fantasy, horror, and adventure fiction that pays homage to the legendary authors of the pulp era, such as Robert E. Howard and Clark Ashton Smith. With a commitment to preserving the spirit of these classic writers, DMR Books seeks to transport readers to realms filled with thrilling escapades and spine-chilling tales. Each publ
The Metal Forge - 320 - Savage Master
With over a decade out on the NWOTHM scene, Savage Master has went full circle. Releasing their newest album "Dark & Dangerous" today, Adam & Stacey are here to talk about it and catching up with stories of old.Official Links:Bandcamp: https://savagemasterofficial.bandcamp.com/Metal Archives: https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Savage_Master/3540388351Please keep in mind that if
The Metal Forge - 319 - Owlbear
The featured guest this week hails from the internet, as I have said countless times on The Metal Forge, when you have a band these days, there are almost no straight out and out "local" bands anymore. The net has helped with a lot of things, like information, memes, internet porn and now getting amazing musicians together to form the likes such as Owlbear. Join Katy Scary, Leona Hayward
The Metal Forge - 318 - Blood Star
My guest this week is somewhat of a grail band for me. It is no secret how much I like women vocalists in metal. BLOOD STAR is no different. From the amazing singles like "The Fear" & "Silver Stallion" and all the way up to "First Sighting" and their new cover of "Subdivisions" by the ever mighty RUSH, they have been on the forge radar for a long time a
The Metal Forge - 317 - Blind Oath
I was once told that justice is supposed to be blind, and this week, Jacob Fuller and Eric Miller from Tulsa, Oklahoma's Blind Oath is here. We are talking 2 Minutes to Tulsa, Stormbringer III and even more on this edition of The Metal Forge!Official Links:Bandcamp: http://blindoath.bandcamp.com/Metal Archives: https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Blind_Oath/3540444312Please keep in mind that
The Metal Forge - 316 - Halfcaster
I don't care how big the room is, I cast fireball! This is what we are all running for our lives for this week with Louisville's own HALFCASTER. Join Jeff, Todd & Mark as we talk old school Louisville metal, Popeye's Chicken and more!Official Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HalfcasterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067742325480Please keep in mind that i
The Metal Forge - 315 -By Fire & Sword
This week we are checking off another state in The Metal Forge with Idaho. This week we are featuring By Fire & Sword. Thomas is here talking about the way the band started and what they are looking forward to in 2025.This week Jason Gardner is back from The Heavy Metal Wasteland and we are talking about stage gear, the upcoming Alehorn, and even more!Official Links:Bandcamp: https://byfireand
The Metal Forge - 314 - Divine Inferus
Official Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Divineinferus.officialPlease keep in mind that if you rate and review the show the algorithm seems to like that, and if you like the show, please share and recommend it to anyone else in your circle who likes metal. Much love and respect. MRJ.Stay tuned in the show for some ads from all of our sponsors, links are listed below. The more you help the
The Metal Forge - 313 - Mourn the Light
Hailing from the halls of the Northeast, the awesome NWOTHM band Mourn The Light's Dwayne Eldridge is here. This week we are talking about their newest EP and the MtL plans for 2025. Good things are happening and all is well. Keep it heavy!
Official Links:
Bandcamp: https://mournthelight.bandcamp.com/
Metal Archive: https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Mourn_the_Light/3540457161
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The Metal Forge - 312 - Claymorean
Vlad Invictus from Serbia's Claymorean is my guest this week. Check out the awesome digs that we have going on in this cold winter.
Official Links:
Bandcamp: https://claymorean.bandcamp.com/
Metal Archive: https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Claymorean/23673
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The Metal Forge - 311 - Saber
All the skies are red as the city is ablaze. Coming in live from the end of the year, Steven Villa & Joel Dominguez from heavy metal's SABER are here. we talk about the new album coming out and are showing off some new videos.
Debuting this week, Jason Roach's "Precious Metals™" An album recommendation segment on The Metal Forge, drop in and tell us what you like!
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The Metal Forge - 310 - Defeated Sanity
It's not a week of TMI, its a week of TBDM! Technical-Brutal-Death-Metal! and what a band to bring up but DEFEATED SANITY. Hailing from Germany, developing a sound in the early 90's and here we are in 2025 still going strong, great interview.
Also this week along with Jason Gardner is back in The Heavy Metal Wasteland of WNC and has some valid points to talk about.
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The Metal Forge - 309 - Okls Fruitloops
This week, The Metal Forge is going to Slovenia for the first time and we are talking with Matej & Matija from Okl's FruitLoops. Once you get into the interview you'll understand the coolness of the name!
Also this week along with Jason Gardner and myself, Aaron Ossont who is fresh off the tour with the big man up north is back and we just catch up with him and have killer just old school con
The Metal Forge - 308 - Charonyx
Indianapolis, Indiana...popcorn state, hoosier state, so many names, but this week it's a THRASH state of mind. Max Barber from Charonyx is here on the 1st episode of 2025 with a bit of a strange tale. Seems as if the Spotify digital overlords have stripped them of an EP. When their distribution company, in this case Distrokid, were asked to investigate, listen in to hear the rest of the tale of w
The Metal Forge - 307 - Top 5 of 2024
This week we explore some of the best albums of 2024. With co-hosts Jason Gardner, and Jason Roach, we all have a go of our top 5 of 2024 and the cherry on top we also go back in time 40 years and pick the best metal album of 1984!
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The Metal Forge - 306 - Haunt
Fresno's Trevor William Church, after a 4 year gap, is finally returning to The Metal Forge. Listen in as a road warrior and musical master talks about the industry in which we all know and love.
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The Metal Forge - 305 - The Pale Horses
Hailing from the frozen tundra of Hamilton, Ontario, my guest is Cameron from THE PALE HORSES. A demonic 4-piece, Largely inspired by occultism and 70's heavy metal, the band’s lyrics generally fall outside the scope of organized religion and science - at times marrying toxic love poetry and subtle flashes of Luciferian undertones.
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The Metal Forge - 304 - Sun Mantra
Deep in the hollows of Knoxville the one-mic-one-riff doomers of SUN MANTRA are here with Leo Dyer & Josh Drinnen. Coming together by happenstance for the band, and finally meeting in person, Leo and I. For old friends, Jason & Leo, this episode is really a discussion of trials and tribulations of an older metalhead in a band with younger metalheads.
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The Metal Forge - 303 - Smoulder
By way of Canada, and now Finland, SMOULDER are in The Metal Forge. Sarah and Shon are here to build the epic tale of the band from the smoldering ashes and the weapon of dragon slaying capabilities are in the making. Life in a decently sized metal band isn't always as glamorous as it has always been made out to be in the movies and these awesome peeps are here to talk life and metal!
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The Metal Forge - 302 - Seven Kingdoms (Camden Cruz)
Power Thrash, is a genre not appearing regularly enough enters The Metal Forge, and this week we are rectifying that! SEVEN KINGDOM's Camden Cruz is checking in from the road and what a road it is!
Also appearing this week in conjunction with Jason Gardner from The Heavy Metal Wasteland is Aaron Ossont from Ossont & Battery and Jason Roach from Ice Howl in talking about our Thanksgiving tradi
The Metal Forge - 301 - Hatchet (Julz Ramos)
Now after the big episode milestone as 300 has come and went, this week we are picking up the HATCHET and talking with Julz as we hack away at the next 300 episodes! Hailing from SF, the heart of thrash meta, the new generations carries on the traditions and making the forefathers of thrash proud!
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The Metal Forge - 300 - Venom, Inc (Tony Dolan)
300 episodes are down, another 666 to go! This week, Tony "Demolition Man" Dolan of Venom, Inc is here this week to talk about what's Beyond the Black, giving back, and what is coming next.
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The Metal Forge - 299 - Funeral (Anders Eck)
The horns are playing, the smell of fresh dirt in the air, a foggy morning and the fog is dense as pound cake. Anders Eck from Norway's Funeral is here this week on the end of spooky season. We talk about thier new album: "Gospel of Bones"
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The Metal Forge - 298 - Drowning Pool (CJ Pierce)
Counting to 4 hasn't ever been in my strong suit because I have always just "felt" the music, this week CJ Pierce of Drowning Pool is making us all count and take a number. From 1996, to a near 30 year career, listen as CJ and I talk about Legacy, labor and success.
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The Metal Forge - 297 - Lady Beast (Deb Levine)
A week off from BIG GODDAMN METAL SHOW and my guest is Deborah Levine from Pittsburgh's LADY BEAST. Making her return to The Metal Forge in 4 years, she was one of the first guests once the show because a podcast. This time as we are talking about concerts, traveling and homve life, along with being a elder in the metal scene with an illustrious 15 year career but we also are talking about their f
The Metal Forge - 296 - Free Warren
The lads and dad from Free Warren are here this week in prep for Another: BIG GODDAMN METAL SHOW! We are talking the redubut, new music, Rock Vs. Metal and how the old man is out there with his kids abd their friend showing the world that there is still real talent in the world!
Official Links:
Website: http://www.freewarrenband.com
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The Metal Forge - 295 - Joe Grudge
Another Big Goddamn Metal Show and another big goddamn band with Joe Grudge. listen in as we talk about double duty on drums, some show talk and the burning question: Who is Joe Drudge?
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The Metal Forge - 294 - Treazon (Dylan Nighingale)
Another Big Goddamn Metal Show is upon us, and this week Dylan Nightingale from Treazon is here. A relative newcomer to the metal scene from Glasgow, KY listen in as we talk about being young and up and coming in the NWOTHM scene and his stories from Blades of Steel!
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The Metal Forge - 293 - Ice Howl
The cold northwind blows and brings us; Ice Howl. A little close to 2 years ago, Jason Roach was on the show and we spoke and from that point he decided to update the live lineup of Ice Howl. Join our special guest host of the show, Jason Gardner as we talk Ice Howl!
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The Metal Forge - 292 - Helvetets Port (Tomas Ericson)
This week, Tomas Ericson from Gothenburg's HELVETETS PORT is here to jam out on a couple tracks from their newest album "Warlords" and it is a total blast. While this is up for "TMF: Album of the Year" it will be in counteless lists!
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The Metal Forge - 291 - Sonja (Melissa Moore)
From the depths of Philly, Sonja has been making some metal waves for the last few years. This week, Melissa Moore the voice and guitar behind the band is here and we are talking all things Sonja and more!
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The Metal Forge - 290 - Dead Man's Hand (Trey & John)
This week is prime example of being heavy is a way of life and a culture. My guests Trey & John from Dead Man's Hand from Houston, Texas. DMH, a crossover artist that blends outlaw country to that of hard rock... Somewhere in another timeline, this is the band that came from the melding of Motorhead and Waylon Jennings.
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The Metal Forge - 289 - Exhumed (Dr. Ross Sewage)
Complete and utter, lord of the wasteland, Dr. Ross Sewage from CA based Death-Gore metaller's Exhumed is pounding out some hardcore weaponry this week in The Metal Forge.
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The Metal Forge - 288 - Freeways (Jacob Montgomery)
One for the road is totally correct this week. Jacob Montgomery from Brampton, Ontario's FREEWAYS is in The metal Forge. We are talking about their newest release "Dark Sky Sanctuary" along with more!!!
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The Metal Forge - 287 - Tombstoner (Dan & Bandsaw Tom)
The Brothers Megill are here this week. Dan & Bandsaw Tom from Tombstoner are running wild in The Metal Forge this week. Super fun times, it was great to catch up with the guys again and record a 2nd interview, because of audio issues with the first one.
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The Metal Forge - 286 - Jupiter (Jo Gamel)
My guest this week is Jo Gamel from awesome band: Jupiter. A round house of insane musicians from Tomas Ericson, Kyle McNeill & Snowy Shaw. Jo is also a visual artist of various mixed media and also the host of Jo Gamel's Rock Goddessess Podcast where she features bands with women.
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The Metal Forge - 286 - Replacire
This week, Eric Alper from Replacire is here to talk about their new album "The Center That Cannot Hold".
When Replacire started thinking about their third album, they gravitated around a simple idea. Write some caveman riffs to feed the mosh pit the next time they went out on tour. Of course, like any good technical death metal band that’s worth its weight in colored sands, these whiz
The Metal Forge - 285 - Severe Torture (Patrick Boleij)
The Netherlands, a home of some amazinf metal through the years, Severe Torture's Patrick Boleij is here this week to talk about their newest album: "Torn from the Jaws of Death"
Torn from the Jaws of Death comes extracted from the hellish depths of Torture Compound Studios, where it was sharpened by the tormented production team of Damiën Kerpentier and Mendel bij de Leij.
Severe
The Metal Forge - 284 - Black Tusk (James May)
Coming in from the swamps of Savannah, GA. this week with James May of Black Tusk. We are talking about "The Way Forward" their newest release.
While often mentioned in the same weed-infused breath as Baroness and Kylesa, Black Tusk are a different beast. These swamp monsters have never strayed far from their roots in metal, sludge and punk, though their last album found them fighting just to sta
The Metal Forge - 283 - Horseburner
Parkersburg, WV was founded in 1810. Awaiting the arrival of the foretold legends of HORSEBURNER. 199 years later the prophecies were coming true and they formed. here we are 15 years later and the metal is kicking complete ass.
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The Metal Forge - 282 - Amiensus (James Benson)
Midwest madness ensues on this episode. Recorded back in April with the release of "Reclimation Pt. 1" James Benson from Amiensus is talking about making a double album in the current climate in metal. What is an "Album" exactly and even more with Derailed. Progressive Black Metal starts now!
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The Metal Forge - 281 - Arð
The Metal Forge has no law when it comes to bands. I have stated many times before, to me, it can be heavy even without distorted guitars. This episode features Mark Deeks from Arð, pronounced "Arth" he is a doctor of metal and he is prescribing his new album "Untouched by Fire" join in as we talk about the tale of King Edwin of Northumbria and how it changed the modern world t
The Metal Forge - 280 - Karkaza (Lilia & Bruno)
From Stoner Doom to Thrash is just at a week, we are featuring long time friends of TMF: KARKAZA! Lilia discovered the word in a museum on a piece of stone, the translation of "Rugged" lives on in the metal they create. Such rad times.
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The Metal Forge - 279 - Wyndrider (Chloe & Robbie)
Hailing from the City of Johnson in Tennessee, Wyndrider are here in TMF! However, I think they are more into the smoke than the fire. While we are here, we are breaking in on the album release day for "REVIVAL" their 2nd full length in 2 years.
Join in as I talk with Hambone and Chloe about the process for them and as we derail!
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The Metal Forge - 278 - 90 Minutes with Jarvis Leatherby - Night Demon - UNEDITED
This one is a long time coming, first appearing on episode #106 of The Metal Forge on 2/5/2021, Night Demon is back with the man, myth & legend: Jarvis Leatherby. WWe sit down and get pretty candid as we all three catch up because joining this endeavor is Jason Gardner of The Alehorn.
Jarvis Leatherby, the driving force behind Night Demon, Iron Grip Management and The Heavy Metal Store among
The Metal Forge - 277 - Assimilator/Wizard Death (Tim & Alexander Kenefic)
Sometimes I feel the heavy metal scene, especially when band members reach their mid-late 30's and 40's can somewhat be cannibalistic. Today, it's quite the opposite. Tim Kenefic from the Death-Thrash band Assimilator from Indiana is here and a special guest is with him, his son, Alexander who is the co-vocalist and co-songwriter for Wizard Death. With Alex being 12, he is the youngest
The Metal Forge - 276 - Leather Lung (Mike Vickers)
B-B Connection this week; Brooklyn to Boston. Mike Vickers from Leather Lung is here and we are talking about "Graveside Grin" and more from the previous incarnation of the band to releasing a full length album after 14 years. Strap in, dig on these tunes and metal out!
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The Metal Forge - 275 - Volcandra REFORGED (River, Dave & Travis)
Return to form this week with sole old friends of The Metal Forge. We are welcoming River Jordan, Dave Palenske & Travis Meredith from Louisville death metal Volcandra. The guys came over to TMF and we had a few beers and a few shots and we talked for quite a while both on and off record. Such a rad time talking about their most recent release via Prosthetic Records: "The Way of Ancients&
The Metal Forge - 274 - Phil Demmel (Vio-Lence, Machinehead, Kerry King)
An interview that is a long time coming, I reached out to Phil Demmel a little over a year ago and with things happening in both our lives we finally had a moment recently to sit down and talk metal, and just life over all. This was recorded back at the time of his last show with Vio-Lence and the announcement for the Kerry King album and tour. The day before this interview, there were Slayer reui
The Metal Forge - 273 - Kataklysm (Maurizio Iacono)
Coming at you this week amidst the CANCER CULTURE ACROSS AMERICA tour, Maurizio Iacono from death metal master, KATAKLYSM is here to talk about the tour, the new album "Goliath" and the amazing journey of metal.
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