On the first episode of 2024, I catch up with my good friend George Silano on the year in metal: 2023. The first of multiple parts, on this installment we focus on festivals and gigs that stood out last year (and look towards some from next year), covering Hell's Heroes, Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest, Keep it True, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Saxon, W.A.S.P., and more! I also mention the passing of Tony Clarkin from Magnum and include some clips and personal history with the band. Enjoy!

Clips used in episode:

1. Magnum - "Brand New Morning" - Brand New Morning (2004)

2. Girlschool - "Race With The Devil" - Demolition (1980)

3. The Black Dahlia Murder - "What A Horrible Night To Have A Curse" - Nocturnal (2007)

4. Iron Maiden - "Death Of The Celts - Live At 3 Arena, Dublin Ireland, 24 June 2023" - (Posted to YouTube by Chromeboy2003)

5. Magnum - "Just Like An Arrow" - On A Storyteller's Night (1985)