Heavy Metal Philosophy

By Jon BarbasSociety & Culture Philosophy

Heavy Metal Philosophy episodes

November 03 #295: How The California Desert Changed Rock and Metal Forever
In episode 295 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas chats with Jason Georgiades, the filmmaker behind "Desert Age: A Rock and Roll Scene History". Jason is joined by Sophia Possidon, a photographer in the Palm Springs desert rock scene in the 70s, 80s, and 90s. This is the scene that shaped bands like Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age, Fu Manchu, Fatso Jetson, Yawning Man, The Eagles of Death Metal, and many more. Listen in to hear the insane story about kids growing up in the shadow of the wealthy elites' hedonistic playground, and the music it spawned!

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https://www.instagram.com/desertagefilm/
https://www.instagram.com/jodocuts/

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#desertrock #stonerrock #doommetal
1 hr 4 min
October 27 #294: I Photographed Arch Enemy's New Singer Live. How Does Lauren Hart Compare?
In episode 294 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas shows photos he took from the photo pit during the Wrath Across America Tour with Arch Enemy, The Black Dahlia Murder, Septicflesh, Crypta, and Thrown Into Exile. This is Arch Enemy's first tour with their new singer, Lauren Hart, and this episode will rate how she did and how she compares to past singers Alissa White-Gluz and Angela Gossow. Let us know what you think of Arch Enemy's next era!

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#metal #concertphotography #concertreview
14 min
October 20 #293: The Most Unexpected Band Went Viral. Now What Are They Doing?
In episode 293 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas chats with viral sensation Tunnels. They just went viral on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube with their recent "Songs In The Canyon" live performance. When sudden notoriety hits, what does a band do to capitalize? Let's find out what their plans are and have a whole lot of laughs along the way!

Book Recommendation For October:
https://link.amazon/B0aWyVQ7s

Tunnels Links:
https://www.tunnelsband.com/
https://tunnelsband.bandcamp.com/
https://www.tunnelsband.com/home-1

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#viralband #tunnels #philosophy
52 min
October 14 #292: No Hyperbole, Last Night Was One Of The Top 3 Best Concerts I've Seen!
In episode 292 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas recounts with words and pictures one of the best concerts of his life. Live in Atlanta at the Masquerade, Igorrr brought down the house alongside Secret Chiefs 3 and Violent Magic Orchestra. As a concert photographer, I go to A LOT of shows. This one was special. Let me show you why.

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#metal #concertphotography
26 min
October 06 #291: The Founders Are Dead. This Is Metal's New Era?!
In episode 291 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas reflects on the passing of Cronos from Venom. Now with Lemmy, Ozzy, and Cronos gone, heavy metal is entering a new era without its pioneers and legends. What does it mean for the art form as it joins other cultural forces like sport and film as "mature" entities with long legacies? Let me know what you think in the comments!

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#metal #legend #newera
10 min
September 29 #290: What Castle Rat Got Right and Wrong at Their Live Show!
In episode 290 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas shows the concert photography of the latest Castle Rat concert. One thing about this show was horrendously bad for the audience, but so much more was inventive and brilliant. Jon will tell all about it with the photos to illustrate Castle Rat live in Atlanta!

Castle Rat Tour Info;
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#metal #concertphotography #theatrical
19 min
September 22 #289: Blue Collar vs. White Collar Metalheads: What's the Difference?
In episode 289 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas breaks down the differences and similarities between blue-collar and white-collar metalheads. Metal fans have a lot in common, but different work environments create different cultures. Let's have some good-natured fun with the comparisons, let me know what you think!

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#bluecollar #whitecollar #metal
13 min
September 15 #288: This Band Has To Negotiate With The Government To Play Metal?!
In episode 288 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas chats with Krimh from Septicflesh about the intricacies and logistics of playing a huge symphonic death metal band. From getting visas and clearance to play in historical sites, to how to play with an orchestra without a click track. Septicflesh are about to embark on the Wrath Across America tour with Arch Enemy, The Black Dahlia Murder, Crypta, and Thrown Into Exile. Get all the details here and let us know what you think in the comments!

Tour Details:
https://www.metalblade.com/us/news/the-black-dahlia-murder-and-arch-enemy-announce-co-headlining-tour/

Septicflesh Website:
http://www.septicflesh.com/

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#septicflesh #symphonicmetal #deathmetal
26 min
September 08 #287: The Philosophy of Nailbomb: Is This the Perfect Time for a Comeback?
In episode 287 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with Igor "Amadeus" Cavalera and asks what Nailbomb means and why now is the perfect time for this legendary project to return. This is a tale of metal, family, and hardcore punk; join us!

Nailbomb Info:
https://www.instagram.com/nailbomb_band_official/

Igor Socials:
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#Cavalera #punk #industrial
25 min
September 01 #286: The Philosophy of Prog Metal's Darkest Trilogy!
In episode 286 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas does lyrical analysis of Green Carnation's "A Dark Poem" trilogy. This isn't just navel-gazing on my part, though; Stein Roger Sordal and Kjetil Nordhus from the band joined to expand on and/or correct my interpretations. We talk dark philosophy, loss, forgiveness, and dystopia. Join us!

Green Carnation Links;
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https://greencarnationsom.bandcamp.com/music
https://www.instagram.com/green2carnation/

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#progmetal #philosophy #analysis
1 hr 10 min