Heavy Metal News & Interviews: The Loaded Radio Podcast

Avatar has dropped their tenth studio album, Don't Go In The Forest, which arrived back on October 31. Frontman Johannes Eckerström is adamant that this is not just "another album," but a "necessity" born from exploring "forbidden thoughts" and new sonic territory. The band is pushing their sonic limits with their "most clearly progressive parts ever" and even piano.

We've got the man himself, Johannes Eckerström, on the Loaded Radio Podcast this week to dig into the surreal, dream-like nature of the new record. Listen to the full, exclusive interview here.

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In a brand new, exclusive interview for the Halloween edition of the Loaded Radio podcast, Type O Negative co-founder and guitarist Kenny Hickey dropped two bombshells for the band's massive fanbase:

1. A new Type O Negative live album, compiled from classic-era recordings featuring Peter Steele, is officially "in the works."

2. "Active talks" for a potential Peter Steele tribute concert have been taking place among the surviving members.

Hickey also dove into his current heavy projects, the doom-metal outfit Silvertomb and his other active band, Sun Don'T Shine.

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In the grand theater of heavy metal, moments arise when the tectonic plates of the genre shift, heralding the arrival of something monumental. This is one of those moments. This week, two of the most formidable forces in modern metal, Sweden's power metal titans Sabaton and Finland's melodic death metal masters Omnium Gatherum, are launching major campaigns with the announcement of highly anticipated new albums. These are not mere record releases; they are strategic deployments of sonic force, meticulously crafted to conquer new territory and fortify their legacies.

At the helm of these campaigns are two of the genre's most respected commanders: Sabaton frontman Joakim Brodén and Omnium Gatherum's founding guitarist Markus Vanhala. This week's edition of The Loaded Radio Podcast brings these two masterminds together for an exclusive deep-dive conversation, a rare summit where the architects of war anthems and melancholic requiems share their strategies, their philosophies, and the stories behind their new masterworks.

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This week's Loaded Radio Podcast features exclusive interviews with Hayley Roughton, the dynamic vocalist of Texas metal band Gore., and Drew Arnold, the bassist/guitarist for Ohio's brutal death metal unit Sanguisugabogg.

Hayley Roughton discusses the intense emotional turmoil behind Gore.'s upcoming EP, If You Do Not Fear Me…, and breaks down the lead single, "Wrath," explaining how it serves as a culmination of themes from their previous work.

Drew Arnold gives us the inside scoop on Sanguisugabogg's punishing new album, Hideous Aftermath, detailing the creative process and the blood-curdling new single, "Abhorrent Contraception."

Hit play on the embedded player below to hear two incredible conversations about creativity, catharsis, and crushing heavy metal.

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This week's Loaded Radio podcast features an exclusive, in-depth conversation with Dave Davidson of technical death metal titans Revocation, discussing their new album, New Gods, New Masters.

We also sit down with Gwyn Strang and Sean Bilovecky from the atmospheric doom duo Frayle to get the full story behind their latest release, Heretics & Lullabies. Both albums showcase a significant evolution for the respective bands, making this episode an essential listen for fans of extreme and ethereal metal.

Featured Artists:

• Revocation

  • New Album: New Gods, New Masters (Out September 26, 2025)

• Frayle

  • New Album: Heretics & Lullabies (Out October 10, 2025)

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On this episode of the Loaded Radio podcast, we dive into two major new album releases. We get the inside scoop from Tommy Giles Rogers of Between The Buried and Me on the band's first album as a four-piece, The Blue Nowhere, and hear from Burning Witches guitarist Courtney Cox about their latest, Inquisition. We're talking about the albums' concepts, new sounds, and their futures.

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This week's Loaded Radio Podcast features a compelling discussion with two of modern metal's most innovative minds: Niklas Karlsson of Orbit Culture and Raoul Kerr of Bloodywood. Karlsson discusses the band's upcoming album Death Above Life, a record he describes as a "rebirth" that explores themes of change and letting go. Kerr provides insight into Bloodywood's new album Nu Delhi, a vibrant and genre-bending fusion of Indian folk and metal. The article provides a comprehensive overview of both highly anticipated releases before you dive into the full podcast discussion.

In an era where the boundaries of heavy music are constantly being pushed, Loaded Radio brings together two forces at the forefront of that evolution. This week, we're honored to host Niklas Karlsson, the vocalist and songwriter for the formidable Swedish metallers Orbit Culture, and Raoul Kerr, the dynamic vocalist from the groundbreaking Indian folk-metal band Bloodywood. Both artists are at pivotal moments in their careers, releasing highly anticipated new albums that are set to leave a lasting impact on the global metal scene.

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Swedish death metal pioneers Unleashed unleash their 15th studio album, Fire Upon Your Lands, a blistering sonic assault discussed in a new interview with founder and frontman Johnny Hedlund. This episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast also features a conversation with Greg Kennelty of MetalInjection.net as he prepares to launch his new show, Embalmer Radio, exclusively on the Loaded Radio stream, diving deep into the world of death metal.

For over three decades, Swedish death metal titans Unleashed have remained one of the genre's "big four," consistently delivering a furious and unrelenting sound. Their 15th studio album, Fire Upon Your Lands, is no exception, a testament to their enduring power and a fresh chapter in their legacy of Viking-inspired death metal. The new record, released via Napalm Records, is a battle-forged onslaught of explosive riffs, furious blast beats, and the commanding growls of founder Johnny Hedlund, who joins The Loaded Radio Podcast for an exclusive interview.

The latest episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast isn't just a deep dive into Unleashed; it also celebrates the thriving death metal community. Joining the show is Greg Kennelty, a prominent voice in metal journalism through his work with MetalInjection.net and his own site, TheGregKennelty.com. Kennelty discusses the state of the genre and the exciting new venture he is bringing to the Loaded Radio stream.

Kennelty's new show, Embalmer Radio, is set to debut exclusively on Loaded Radio in September. The show will serve as a dedicated platform for all things death metal, from classic acts to rising stars, offering listeners an expert's perspective and a curated journey through the genre's darkest corners. His addition to the Loaded Radio family expands the station's commitment to showcasing all facets of heavy music and providing a home for the metal underground.

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The latest episode of the Loaded Radio Podcast features an exclusive interview with The Pretty Wild, the dynamic metalcore band fronted by sisters Jyl and Jules Wylde. The conversation delves into the band's history, their recent rise to prominence, and the exciting details of their upcoming debut album.

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Get ready for an action-packed episode, Loaded Radio faithful! We're diving deep into the world of Volbeat with none other than Michael Poulsen himself, discussing their brand-new album God Of Angels Trust, his death metal project Asinhell, and the recent departure of Rob Caggiano. Later, Metal Injection's head editor, Greg Kennelty, returns to the show to share his thoughts on the recent passings of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne and wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, plus what's currently spinning on his playlist.

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