Season 1

Episode 158 is all about hot takes and conspiracy theories. Who is the vocalist of Sleep Token? Will there be a strike www in the live music industry? Is an artist less talented if they don’t write/create their own music? We ...

In episode 157 of the podcast, we’re joined by Brent Rambler, rhythm guitarist for Metalcore giants August Burns Red. We talk about the band’s longevity, consistency, and originality. Brent doubles as the bands co-manager and...

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 fe...

In episode 155 of the podcast, we turn towards our favorite band, at least collectively, Rage Against the Machine. We take turns drafting RATM songs from across all albums, covers, and live records. Did we get it right? Liste...

Episode 154 of the podcast is all about GAME CHANGERS. We each bring an artist, an album, or a band we think changed the game in their respective genre, or music as a whole. What are some musical game changers for you? We’d l...

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 produc...

In episode 152 of the podcast, we bring back music that we consider Heavy Therapy. Originally debuting in episode 16, Heavy Therapy is a form of music catharsis. Whether it be from a sound, a theme, or just something to help ...

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, th...

In episode 150(!) of the podcast we bring back an old favorite: the forgotten song! We attempt to stump each other with songs we feel were overlooked, under appreciated, or forgotten altogether. Songs from soundtracks, car co...

In episode 149 of the podcast, we take a trip to 2033. We attempt to predict where the music industry will be under three major pillars: Artificial Intelligence, Venues, and Collectibles. What does the emergence of AI musicia...

In today’s ‘In Real Time’ we react to the news that Foo Fighters are playing Bonnaroo, Boston Calling and Sonic Temple this spring. What does this mean for the band going forward? More shows? New music? We tackle it all. Chec...

In episode 148 of the podcast, we bring some of our most anticipated storylines for 2023 to the table. New albums from bands like Koyo, As Friends Rust, Slipknot? Sign us up. Checking out new bands and scenes live? All in on ...

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 ‘T...

In episode 146 of the podcast, we dig into our favorite music releases of 2022. We give a few honorable mention albums/EP’s (spoiler, we’re featured on one of them!), then we dive into our top 5 records of the year. Always a ...

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 ear...

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 Bret...

Pantera is back! Playing shows again with Charlie Benante and Zakk Wylde this past week, and we have thoughts. Take a listen and see where we stand! Did you catch any of the videos? Are you excited for this “reunion” of sorts...

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 t...

Metallica is back with a new single, album announcement, and world tour. We discuss the new song, tour, and Metallica’s uncanny ability to always be part of the conversation. Check us out here: Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @po...

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 drum...

Today’s ‘In Real Time’ is all about Ticketmaster/Live Nation, their stranglehold on the live music ticketing game, and how we feel about it currently. Is it time to break them up finally? What would the live music landscape l...

In this episode, we’re taking a look at bands/artists that we think called it quits too soon - and asking them for one more album. Hip Hop Heroes Outkast and J5? Give us one more. Aussie post grunge rockers Silverchair? Give ...

In today’s ‘In Real Time’ we discuss the recent Grammy nominations. There were some surprises (Turnstile x3, Muse is metal?) and some stuff that felt…..rigged? Check it out! Check us out here: Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @pod...

In Ep 140 of the podcast, we’re looking for some of that Last Track Magic. Songs that close out albums with a bang. Songs where the only place on the record they could live is at the end. It was their destiny. We discuss trac...