A-Sides

For Episode 234, Joey Vera of Armored Saint joins the podcast for a brief discussion on the band's recording process. The band is also gearing up for a tour alongside Metal Church this fall with a few unique promotional appearances that may "pop up."

Armored Saint's latest record, Emotion Factory Reset, can be found streaming on your favorite app or physically from Metal Blade Records. The band also has tour dates and merch listed on their website here.

Thanks to Joey, Armored Saint, Earsplit Compound, and everyone who listens!

For this special full band interview, heavy Central Illinois rock band heaving. joins A-SIDES for Episode 233. Following the release of a new single titled "Faces On You" onto Bandcamp and all music streaming platforms on May 20th, the band discusses their origins, favorite bands and artists in their formative years, setting themselves apart, and even what they hope to accomplish throughout 2026.

Thanks to Morgan, Bowie, Trevor and Tyler for the fun conversation. Check out their music and merch on Bandcamp and follow them on their social media pages for new music and show dates! 

On May 29th, 2026, Devin Townsend will release The Moth through Inside Out Music. For Episode 232, Devin joins A-SIDES to discuss this latest release, capturing moments of creativity, and maintaining your mental and physical health. It was an absolute thrill to hear his process for creating music and even witnessing a moment of his creativity at work.

Huge thanks to Devin, Kevin Chiaramonte, Inside Out Music, and everyone who listens.

You can listen to The Moth on May 29th on all streaming platforms or purchase it in multiple formats via Inside Out Music. He also has his own Patreon with exclusive videos, podcast links, and more!

Immersing yourself into the world of a new rock band is an amazing feeling; it's almost like how an archeologist must feel like when uncovering a new species of dinosaur or an explorer discovering uncharted territory. That is how it felt leading up to this interview with Cody Bowles from progressive rock band, Crown Lands! Cody is the drummer and vocalist of this epic duo that is set to release their new album, Apocalypse, on May 15th. Cody joins Episode 231 of A-SIDES to explain the backstory to this new album, the ongoing lore within the music of Crown Lands, working alongside a few of their heroes, and growing as an artist.

Huge thanks to Cody for being a guest on A-SIDES, to Kevin Chiramonte, and all who listen!

You can follow Crown Lands online and order 'Apocalypse' through Inside Out Music.

March 3rd, 1986 marked the 40th anniversary of the release of Metallica's third studio album and thrash metal classic, Master Of Puppets! Three voices joined the podcast to share their own stories with Metallica, from their introduction, to seeing the band live! Hear from co-host Brent Stortzum; returning guest and LA-based musician Yohai Portal; along with notable metal afficionado Paul Tincher.

Thanks to all who listen and to all three that contributed to Episode 230 of A-SIDES.

One amazing thing about the accessibility digital music is discovering bands you may have overlooked years ago. Ugly Kid Joe is one of those bands, which flew under the radar until their 2023 US tour with Fozzy. Since then, they've been a constant presence in my digital library. Record producer and band member Dave Fortman joined A-SIDES Episode 229 to share stories from recording and touring with Ugly Kid Joe, producing several albums for bands like Evanescence and Godsmack, and more!

Ugly Kid Joe has recently announced tour dates for 2026, which can be found at the website along with merch and band news!

Thanks for listening to Episode 229 of A-SIDES!

Corrosion of Conformity will release their long-awaited album Good God/Baad Man on April 3rd, 2026. With the new release being a double album of music, this episode is a double-length podcast featuring two interviews with the band! Founding member Woody Weatherman shares details on recording the album, traveling and touring with fellow metal bands, and how he spends his downtime at home. New bassist Bobby Landgraf shares his history in the metal genre, making connections that led him to becoming part of COC, and the music that inspires him. 

Corrosion of Conformity's new album can be pre-ordered through Nuclear Blast Records' website. You can also follow the band for tour dates and merch on their own website. Huge thanks to Corrosion of Conformity and their team for this latest episode. Thanks for listening!

KT Tunstall will be performing in Central Illinois on March 23rd 2026 at Bradley University's Dingeldine Music Center in Peoria, IL. She spoke about this upcoming performance, her "Top Tips" on Instagram, and even the recent 20th anniversary release of her album, Eye To The Telescope.

You can purchase tickets to KT's performance in Peoria at the event page on Event Brite. If you are unable to attend the Peoria concert, she will be on tour throughout 2026 with O.A.R. and later Brandi Carlile. Find tour dates, merch, and more at her website. KT is even very active on her Instagram and social media.

Thank you for listening to this latest episode of A-SIDES and huge thanks to KT Tunstall and 99.9 WWCT.

In November 2025 Soundgarden was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. It feels fitting to invite longtime friend and guitarist Corey Rozzoni back onto the podcast for an episode about Soundgarden, Chris Cornell, and the legacy they have carved into the world of rock music. While this is not a complete history of one of Seattle's greatest bands, we did share our favorite era of Soundgarden, highlighted select tracks, and even touched on Cornell's later work with Audioslave.

Thanks to Corey for joining Episode 226 of A-SIDES. You can explore more about Soundgarden on their official webpage with links to music, merch, and more. Thanks for listening!

One of my absolute favorite guests on A-SIDES over the last 5 years of interviews has been LiV Warfield. Not only does she call Peoria, IL her hometown but she will returning on April 17th, 2026 for "LiV'N It Up", a special performance alongside the Peoria Symphony Orchestra. LiV shares details on this special show, performing on NBC's America's Got Talent, musical collaborations, and more!

You can purchase tickets for the April 17th performance by visiting the Peoria Symphony Orchestra's website.

Huge thanks to LiV for taking time away from her busy schedule to guest on A-SIDES Episode 225 and thanks to all who listen!