In this episode, I spoke to Blayne Smith about the intricacies of the metal music scene, focusing on the importance of underground bands and the role of music labels. He shares insights on the freedom of expression in music reviews, the balance between honesty and humor, and the stereotypes surrounding the metal community. The conversation also highlights the current state of metal, exciting modern bands, and personal experiences with concerts and music critique. As always, we ended with a round of Gift or Curse.