Interviews/Guests Episodes

In episode 156 of the podcast, Seth McLellan (bass) and Sean Matthews (vocals) of Portland, ME funk metal band Trawl rejoin the podcast. We talk about their opportunity opening for Anthrax, Black Label Society and Exodus a few weeks ago in Portland, their new EP and headlining show this coming June, and what it takes to get in front of people as an independent band in 2023. It’s always a great time when the Trawl boys join us! Check out Trawl here: Web: www.trawlband.com IG/Twitter/TikTok: @traw...

In episode 153, we’re joined by Chris Hesse (guitarist) and Chris Zuehlke (vocals) of German Nu-Metalcore band Half Me. We talk their upcoming debut full length ‘Soma’, writing in English, keeping creative control, and producing singles vs. a full album. We hit it all! Check out ‘Soma’, out on Arising Empire 2/17/23. Follow Half Me here: Twitter: @half_me_mp3 IG: @half_me.mp3 We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, twe...

In episode 151 of the pod, we are joined by Joey Chiaramonte (Vocals) and Harold Griffin (Guitar) of the band Koyo. We chat their musical come up, how they were influenced by the great bands all around them in Long Island, the process of recording their first LP (out later this year on Pure Noise Records), and even get into their top 5 Long Island records of all-time. Check out Koyo here: Web: www.koyolihc.com IG/Twitter/TikTok: @koyolihc IG: Joey: @joeychiaramonte Harold: @har_ld Twitter: Joey:...

In episode 147 of the podcast, we’re joined by legendary producer, and front man of Be Well and Battery, Brian McTernan. Brian has produced many great records over his career, but today we’re focused on just one - Thrice’s ‘The Artist In The Ambulance’. Turning 20 this year, this record was one the three of us couldn’t get enough of in the moment, and that sentiment continues today. Brian tells us what it was like working with Thrice, seeing them graduate from indie label to major, and some all ...

In episode 145, we speak with legendary metal photographer Jeremy Saffer. We met Jeremy this summer at Tattoo the Earth, watching him take photos of all the bands coming through the festival. We talk Jeremy’s come up, his early music fandom, how he got into photography and visual arts, and how he got to the level of photographing the likes of Slayer, Metallica, Megadeth, Ghost and so many other major players in the rock and metal world. Check out Jeremy here: Web: www.jeremysaffer.com IG/Twitter...

In episode 144 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jeffery Mudgett (vocals/guitar) and Cody Capener (guitar) of the band Sunsleeper. We talk their formation, Cody joining the band, signing with Rude Records, and working with Brett Romnes on the spectacular new album ‘While You Can’. We also chat with Jeff about his recent run filling in on guitar with All Get Out. Follow Sunsleeper: IG/Twitter: @sunsleepermusic Rude Records Page: https://www.ruderecords.com/artist/sunsleeper/ Check us out here: Web:...

In Episode 143 of the pod, Rob (Ep 17, 96, 132) rejoins us to talk about Woodstock ‘99. Both our very own Nate and he attended the now infamous festival, and have some crazy stories to share with the world. Did they swim in the “mud”? Did they pay $10 for tap water? Listen and find out! Were you there? We’d love to hear about it. Hit us up! Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @podioslave Twitter: @podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email us: podioslavepodcast@gmail.com We’d love for everyone to hear...

In Episode 142 of the podcast, we welcome on Justin Foley, guitarist in the new band Lybica as well as drummer for Killswitch Engage/Blood Has Been Shed. We talk Lybica’s killer new album, Justin’s switching from playing drums in KSE to guitar with the new project, KSE touring with Lamb of God, and much more. Check out Justin and his projects here: IG: @_.justin.foley._ Lybica Web: www.lybicaband.com IG/Twitter: @lybicaband Killswitch Engage IG: @killswitchengage Twitter: @kseofficial We’d love ...

In Episode 139 of the podcast, rapper, artist and King of Maine, Spose rejoins the pod (Eps 29, 82+83). We dig into the changing landscape surrounding touring, especially as an indie musician, in 2022. Lots of things changed between his last tour in 2019 and the ~30 dates this summer, most notably the economics. This is a fascinating conversation. We also start the podcast with a firsthand recap of the Rage Against the Machine/NYC show Spose was at back in August, with a little Smashing Pumpkins...

In Episode 138 of the podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Sinn, bassist of The Distillers, and former Podioslave guest (Ep 66, 100). We got ambitious with this one and attempt to do the impossible: rank the 7 studio albums from legendary metal band Slipknot. In true Nerdery fashion, this conversation twists and turns through the epic discography of one of our collective favorite bands. Hit us up with your rankings! Ryan is also hard at work in the booth mixing for bands, so hit him up on IG @ryansinno...

In this episode, we’re joined by Tuck O’Leary, bassist of Fit For A King. We talk FFAK’s new album ‘The Hell We Create’ dropping 10/28/22, their tour supporting I Prevail and Pierce the Veil, as well as being an advocate for your art. We also discuss collectible card grading, his other music project Off Road Minivan, the ‘Get Tucked!’ Podcast and much more. This is a fun one! We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, twe...

In Ep 135, Greg Bergdorf joins us once again, making him the first 5 time guest in Podioslave history. It’s always an awesome time talking with Greg, and this conversation is no exception! Our focus in this episode is Zebrahead’s 3rd record, MFZB. Ever want to know the origin of the album title? How the band decided to make different limited album covers? What it was like behind the scenes putting together MFZB? Greg answers all of that and more! We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Supp...

In Ep 132 of the pod, we bring back the Perfect Songs segment, as well as special guest Rob (Ep 17, 96). We take turns offering songs that are, in our eyes, perfect. What makes a perfect song for you? Let us know, hit us up on any of these platforms: Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @podioslave Twitter: @podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email us: podioslavepodcast@gmail.com We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, twee...

In Episode 131 of the podcast, we’re joined by Chad Benekos, founding member and original rhythm guitarist of the band (hed) p.e., to talk 25 years of the band’s debut self-titled album. This album was a genre-bending masterpiece, which took so many different styles of music and melded them together beautifully. Chad gives us insight into how the band grew into that sound, signing with Jive Records and the record company giving them the freedom to do what they do, as well as many other stories s...

We had a blast at the Tattoo the Earth resurrection in Worcester on 8/27/22, rubbing elbows backstage with numerous folks and catching up with old ‘friends of the pod’ alike. We were fortunate enough to talk with musicians, tattoo artists and entrepreneurs, as well as catching many of the bands we’ve been talking about since this thing was announced. What a spectacular day! Lineup is as follows - all Instagram links: Brian Fair of Overcast: @brianshadfall, @overcast.hc Brandan Schieppati of Blee...

In Episode 5 of “Podioslave Tattoos the Earth” we’re joined by Lajon Witherspoon of Sevendust. We take a look back at Sevendust playing Warped Tour into Woodstock ‘99 into….you guessed it, Tattoo the Earth. We also talk about 20(+) years of ‘Animosity’, touring extensively on that record, and it’s impact and legacy for Sevendust. Lajon and the boys are putting the finishing touches on a new album, so stay tuned for that! Check out Tattoo the Earth at: Web: https://thepalladium.net/tattoo-the-ear...

In Episode 4 of “Podioslave Tattoos the Earth” we’re joined by the one, the only, ANTHRAX. Scott Ian and Frank Bello of the legendary thrash metal band joined us to talk 40 years of Anthrax, getting back to touring, the resurrection of Tattoo the Earth, and maybe an anecdote or two about their time in the acting biz. Check out Tattoo the Earth at: Web: https://thepalladium.net/tattoo-the-earth/ IG: @tattootheearthfestival Twitter: @tattootheearth Check out Anthrax: IG: @anthrax Twitter: @anthrax...

In Ep 3 of Podioslave Tattoos the Earth, we talk with two legends in the game, Shannon Larkin (Amen, Godsmack) and Brian Fair (Overcast, Shadows Fall). Shannon gives us some insight into the 2000 tour, being involved in a bunch of projects, and how Amen toured the world with Slipknot. Brian returns to tell us how the Overcast reunion/comeback came about, being excited to play the 2022 version of Tattoo the Earth, and seeing tanks roll down the street in Turkey. Both of these conversations are ca...

In Episode 2 of Podioslave Tattoos the Earth, we get the perspective from a couple bands that were on the 2000 tour: Sepultura and The Workhorse Movement. Derrick Green of Sepultura joins us to chat about joining the band before Tattoo the Earth, taking the TTE tour and the chaos that ensued, and being in the band now for nearly 25 years. Myron from The Workhorse Movement then gives us the perspective of being an up and coming band, working the crowd in the parking lot after their set, and tryin...

Here it is, Episode 1 of Podioslave Tattoos the Earth! To kick things off, we invite some friends to talk about where it all started: the original Tattoo the Earth Tour back in 2000. We’re joined by Scott Alderman (TTE Creator), Kevin Lyman (Warped Tour Creator), Naomi Fabricant (2000 Tour Press/Production), Fran Strine (2000 Tour Photographer), and Mike Bellamy (2000 Tour Tattoo Artist). Each guest gives us their perspective regarding TTE, all that went on behind the scenes, and even some wild ...

In our 121st episode, we’re joined by the one and only Blothar the Berserker — vocalist of metal legends GWAR. We cover everything from GWAR’s new album ‘The New Dark Ages,’ the impact Beavis & Butthead had on the band, their infamous live show experience, return to touring, their merch and being in creative control, and everything in between. This conversation takes the cake for both funniest and wildest Podioslave interviews to date. Blothar was truly a one of a kind guest. We’d love for every...

In our 117th episode, we’re joined by the one and only Jonah Matranga! Jonah is the vocal and guitar legend behind Far, onelinedrawing, Gratitude, New End Original, and many others. We cover damn near everything in this conversation: Jonah’s Boston roots and his early intro to music, moving to Cali and the 90s Sacramento scene, Far’s legacy and their impact on music, the Gratitude album, his songwriting approach, collaborating with the likes of Lupe Fiasco/Mike Shinoda/Taproot, and deep dive int...

In our 115th episode, we’re joined by the legendary Jesse Leach! Jesse is the vocal mastermind behind Killswitch Engage, Times of Grace, Seemless, The Weapon, and host of the Stoke the Fire Podcast. We talk 20 years of ‘Alive or Just Breathing’ (making of, influence, and legacy), Killswitch Engage’s return to touring and staying sharp during the pandemic, his creative and writing process, the upcoming live KSE album, what’s next for his music projects, and much more. Opening transition music: Th...

In our 112th episode, we’re joined by east coast indie rock band - Out of Service. Mike (Vocals), Teebs (Guitar), and Brian (Bass) come on the podcast to talk about the early days of the band, signing to Enjoy the Ride Records, the overall creative process, and their new album ‘The Ground Beneath Me’ — dropping on June 3rd. Come for the stories behind the album features (John Nolan of Taking Back Sunday, Devin and Toby from Emery, and more), stick around to see what’s next for the band. Podiosla...