On this special episode, we had the opportunity to interview Johnar Håland – the main songwriter, guitarist, and one of the vocalists of the incredible band In Vain. We talk in depth about his creative process, his passion for music, touring, vinyl, and much much more. We had an absolute blast getting to know him and hope that all of you enjoy this episode! If you’d like to purchase a copy of In Vain’s masterpiece “Solemn”, visit their bandcamp:

https://invainband.bandcamp.com/album/solemn

Vinyl copies are also available in the U.S. via Miami Metal Merchant, here:

https://www.miamimetalmerchant.com/search-results?q=in+vain+solemn

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For our eighth episode, we decided to talk about Gatekeepers in metal. You know, those guys with the elitist mindset who judge people based on their music taste, or how Kvlt they truly are. We’re not big fans of that mindset and we discuss our personal experiences with it, as well as our general takes on the metal community as a whole. Of course, we also discuss each of our top 3 tracks from the past two weeks as well as a few honorable mentions. To close out the show, we discussed a blast from the past – White Ward’s “Poisonous Flowers of Violence” off their incredible album – Love Exchange Failure. We enjoyed recording this episode and hope you enjoy it as well! If you do, please leave us a review on your preferred Podcast app!

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For our seventh episode, we wanted to talk a bit more about ourselves and our musical tastes/journey, but we also ended up discussing the importance of emotion in metal music. Hence the episode title – Frisson. Frisson is defined as a psychophysiological response to rewarding stimuli – or getting goosebumps when the emotionally driven music is just THAT good. Of course, we each brought our top 3 tracks from the past two weeks to the show and discussed them at length as well as a few honorable mentions. To close out the show, we discussed a blast from the past – Yoth Iria’s “The Mantis”. We enjoyed recording this episode and hope you enjoy it as well! If you do, please leave us a review on your preferred Podcast app!

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For our sixth episode, we discussed the topic of Physical Media. Both of us are huge Vinyl collectors, and we wanted to talk about why we got into collecting, the best places to shop, preorders, and some tips and tricks of the hunt. We each brought our top 3 tracks from the past two weeks to the show and discussed them at length. We also covered a few “Honorable Mentions” because 2024 continues to impress. To close out the show, we discussed a blast from the past –Gates of Ishtar’s “Battles to Come”. We enjoyed recording this episode and hope you enjoy it as well! If you do, please leave us a review on your preferred Podcast app!

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For our fifth episode, we discussed the topic of Live Shows, including what we like and dislike about them, what could be done better, and some innovative things we’ve noticed at recent shows. We each brought our top 3 tracks from the past two weeks to the show and discussed them at length. We also covered a few “Honorable Mentions” because again, it’s been another couple of stellar weeks. To close out the show, we discussed a blast from the past – Opeth’s “Serenity Painted Death”. We enjoyed recording this episode and hope you enjoy it as well! If you do, please leave us a review on your preferred Podcast app!

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For our fourth episode, we discussed the topic of A.I. in Metal, following a slew of bands using A.I. for their cover art, and Unleash the Archers using it in every facet of their upcoming album . We each brought our top 3 tracks from the past two weeks to the show and discussed them at length. We also covered a few “Honorable Mentions” because the last two weeks were filled with even more incredible releases than the weeks before. This year has been incredible so far! To close out the show, we discussed a blast from the past – Allegaeon’s “Of Mind and Matrix”. We enjoyed recording this episode and hope you enjoy it as well! If you do, please leave us a review on your preferred Podcast app!

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For our third episode, we discussed the topic of Genres and Subgenres in Metal, including what is necessary to help with expectations, and when descriptions go too far. We each brought our top 3 tracks from the past two weeks to the show and discussed them at length. We also covered a few “Honorable Mentions” because the last two weeks were filled with great releases. To close out the show, we discussed a blast from the past – Dark Tranquility’s “The Treason Wall”. We enjoyed recording this episode and hope you enjoy it as well! If you do, please leave us a review on your preferred Podcast app!

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For our second episode, we discussed the topic of Battle Jackets including Christian’s history with them, and Justin’s plans for creating one. We each brought our top 3 tracks from the past two weeks to the show and discussed them at length. To close out the show, we discussed a blast from the past – The Covenant’s “Nexus Polaris”. This was a fun episode, and just the beginning of what we have in store. If you enjoy the episode, please leave us a review!

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In our inaugural episode, we talk about the music trends we saw in 2023, and discuss our top 10 lists! For a larger look at our lists, visit harshvocals.com to see our full top 30’s, as well as links to our spotify playlists!

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