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We welcome back frontman Joe Cotela from Arizona nu-metal outfit, Ded. As he is currently on tour with In This Moment and Black Veil Brides, we get the chance to ask him about the thrills of hitting the road again. It's definitely an exciting time for Ded, as they are also on the verge of dropping their highly-anticipated sophomore record “School Of Thought”. Joe dives into the makings and production stages of this album, which include the highly-praised music video single, “Kill Beautiful Things”. One of the more unique things about the music video is his collaboration with his lifelong partner and frontwoman Maria Brink, and the way they have always brought out the best in each other, personally and artistically. Their chemistry is unmatched. As the year ends, Joe and Ded plan on riding into 2022 on a high note. Tune in now to another great in-depth conversation with one of our favorites here on IUF, and be sure to buy and stream Ded's new album “School Of Thought”, due out October 15 via Suretone Records.

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Confessional. For Janet Devlin, this has a deeper meaning. We get the opportunity to speak with the Northern Irish singer-songwriter about her heroic journey, both personally and professionally at a young age. Most people had their fair share of the struggle that was 2020, and Janet was no different. In that year, it gave her a new perspective on things, and then some. Releasing the new album “Confessional” alongside publishing an autobiography titled “My Confessional” couldn't have had better timing, as it showed her dedicated fanbase and world for that matter a display of her perseverance. Especially at a time like today, it resonates. Both the album and book cover Janet's experiences of 10 years with self-discovery, self-sabotage, and addiction. Additionally, throughout this interview, we talk to her about her upbringings and touring, her appearance at the X-Factor, and being an advocate for positive mental health. Music saved her life, and she is telling her story from one song to the next. As the year turns from 2020, 2021, and soon to 2022 – Janet continues to write music. Her new song “Place Called Home” is the next chapter of growth and enrichment that she cannot wait to release to the world. Tune in now to this episode with a resilient and talented musician who has been through the trials and tribulations. This is Janet Devlin's confessional, and be sure to stream her latest single “”Place Called Home”, out now worldwide on all streaming platforms. And finally, we premiere our newest segment on IUF called “Lightning Round”! Make sure to stick around towards the end of our conversation with Janet, it's one you don't want to miss.

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In our latest episode of Deep Cuts, we welcome the multi-talented artist/producer Benny Goodman. Also known as The Neurotic Guitarist, Benny has formed the all-star cast called Lost Symphony. Along with his brother Brian Goodman, and bandmates Cory Paza, Kelly Kereliuk, Paul Lourenco, and Siobhán Cronin – Lost Symphony is rich with the sounds of heavy metal and classical music. Benny talks about his upbringings in Boston, MA and his SPEAK-EZ home studio, and how being in his studio has always allowed himself to be in his element. With Lost Symphony, Benny took the helm of releasing three studio albums which was accompanied by notable guests like Marty Friedman, Alex Skolnick, Angel Vivaldi, Jimi Bell, and the late great Oli Herbert to name a few. We also talk about his podcast show titled “2020'd” that started with Siobhán and Cory – It's been a busy time for not only Benny the musician, but also Benny the producer, and we go right into the frey on the countless amounts of exciting projects he has coming up in the near future. It's a jam-packed episode and we cut it loose from the start. Tune in now and be sure to listen to Lost Symphony's new album “Chapter II” now out everywhere on all platforms.

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We welcome the captivating and hypnotizing Dani Filth in this episode, the frontman of U.K. extreme metal outfit Cradle Of Filth. Three whole decades of hell and brutality, and we may just be getting exposed to Filth's best work to date. Dani discusses many topics in this exciting interview we have in store for you. On the lucky number 13th album, “Existence Is Futile,” Dani dives into the ideas, themes, and songwriting that took place within the production stages of the record. Cradle Of Filth have always been one of the best in fusing sinister sounds of death metal, symphonic black metal, gothic metal and extreme metal with horror elements. There has never been any void of creativity in thirty years, and the new album is an example of that. We also talk to Dani about his love for horror films, his band's new comic book anthology series titled “Maledictus Athenaeum”, and his unique collaboration with Jamie Madrox of Twiztid. And as Dani is gearing up to go tour the States, he could not be more excited for the moments of performing live again, which is a big part of Cradle Of Filth's arsenal. Tune in now to this interview with a man full of passion behind his art, and be sure to catch Cradle Of Filth laying waste to cities around North America as they begin their highly anticipated tour – and lastly, make sure to buy and stream “Existence is Futile," due out October 22nd via Nuclear Blast Records.

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Rivers Of Nihil have been taking the progressive death metal world by storm for the last few years after the release of 2018's revered “Where Owls Know My Name." The highly-anticipated follow-up “The Work” raises the bar even higher for not only themselves, but the genre as a whole. We are joined by frontman Jake Dieffenbach as he takes us through the twists, turns, and themes that set the blueprint for an album-of-the-year contender. We also talk to Jake about his upbringings, being introduced to Limp Bizkit, and a deeper take on his perspective as being a person who is hard of hearing. Jake describes his experiences on how the disability of hearing has allowed him to open up different facets in his life, and that includes being a singer for a metal band. His perseverance is a testimony to this album; Tune in now as we go full in-depth into the album's process with a talented artist. “The Work” drops September 24 via Metal Blade Records, and be sure to catch Rivers Of Nihil live on their “Up From The Sewer” tour as they trek across North America with The Black Dahlia Murder, After The Burial, Carnifex, and Undeath.

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Pantychrist. Got your attention? Good, because here we have Dana Dentata - a musician and visionary like no other. We welcome the Toronto-born, LA-based immersive artist onto IUF to discuss her notable and storied career. From growing up listening to pop, rap, and nu-metal - to modeling, to dancing, and to rocking the guitar in her own punk band – this is an episode for the books, and then some. One of the main focal points here is her new debut solo album “Pantychrist,” which takes shock-rock and horrorcore to a whole new level while combining these thematics with sounds of hip-hop, industrial metal, and rap. And that's just what's on the surface. Dana has been through hell and back and we take a deeper perspective on her experiences that have shaped her into who she is today. Creating music to make other women feel free and supported is something she takes to heart, and with how this world has been shaping up to be in modern days, there couldn't have been a more fitting timeframe to drop the new album. From themes, to songwriting, to her personal struggles and fight, to wisdom – this album is a pure and raw representation and testament to everything Dana has worked up to this point. “Dentata” is also translated as vagina dentata, which means teeth. No filters needed here, and it seems as if she's just getting started with a new chapter. In the final segment of this episode, she holds nothing back as we discuss the impact of the newest abortion bill in Texas and the way it has gripped and horribly affected millions of women (and men) from an emotional and physical standpoint. Dana tells her story of perseverance, and as a survivor, it has been an inspiration to thousands around the world. This only adds fuel to her fire. Daddy is here; Tune in now and be sure to buy and stream Dana Dentata's debut solo record, “Pantychrist,” out now everywhere via Roadrunner Records. Just don't forget to turn the volume up to 11.

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Mastiff are a UK based blackened sludge outfit who bring the pain. And by pain,we mean the monstrous and crushing riffs, earth-shattering vocals, and an atmospheric background which are all brought to the surface on their latest offering, “Leave Me The Ashes Of The Earth.” Vocalist Jim Hodge joins us today to talk about the origins of the band and the production behind their 3rd album. Hailing from the city of Kingston Upon Hull, Jim describes the city's history which is one of many elements that helped pave the way with the writing process. It's not a popular city by any stretch, but it's something that served as a catalyst that he and his bandmates were able to translate from pen to paper. Mastiff have added in the anger and passion that any human can have, and this record is sure to keep the pulse going in any setting. It's a lot to dissect, and the best part is that this particular interview was done within one of the more serene settings any of our guests could have, as Jim comfortability rests (and deservedly so) in a hot tub under the stars in the nighttime sky while diving into the darkness of the new music. A fun and unique episode here; “Leave Me The Ashes Of The Earth” is a record that Jim and his crew are immensely proud of. It's time to bring the pain, so tune in now and be sure to buy the new album, out now worldwide via EOne.

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Season 10 starts with a bang! We welcome the talented frontwoman Kimi Shelter of the majestic Atlanta-based quartet, Starbenders. Along with bandmates Aaron, Emily, and Kriss, the four have put together a certain musicianship and sound that no one else is creating. Well, not the way they are. Mixing in punk, rock n roll, and pop with 70s glitter and 80's glam – Starbenders are giving contemporary rock and roll quite the breath of fresh air. We get the chance to talk with Kimi about her own influences and her crew that fed into the elements and creativity of this band, and in addition, their well-deserved signing to the prominent label of Sumerian Records. It's also been over one year since the release of their latest album “Love Potions,” and with the positive reception the fans have given (and still are), Kimi talks about the chance of getting to perform the new songs into a live setting. The band is currently touring the States, and the live concert experience is a big part of who Starbenders are. The four leave everything on the stage, and Kimi dives into those said experiences with us; The chemistry within their ensemble is uncanny and unmatched. We also ask Kimi about her involvement with various charitable causes through music and performing, which deal with different non-profit organizations centered around assisting and being a positive influence on young children around the nation. This is an area that Kimi and her crew take to heart, and we go into amazing detail that give themselves the chance to play a big role in young lives. The new song “No One Listened,” is a testament to that craft. We couldn't have asked for a better guest to begin our tenth season. A lot of excitement in store for you on this episode. Tune in to our in-depth discussion with the passionate and talented Kimi Shelter and be sure to buy and stream their album “Love Potions” and the new song “No One Listened,” out now worldwide via Sumerian Records.

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Guitarist Mikey Page from THECITYISOURS has been on quite the journey up to this point. The UK based musician joins IUF today to talk about his band's new highly-anticipated album “COMA.” A lot to dissect about the creation of this record as it began before the pandemic took place. In the birth stages of the process, their previous vocalist stepped down and the timing could not have been more ideal. Mikey talks about the search of landing their new and current frontman Oli Duncanson and how this was the perfect fit for THECITYISOURS. It's as if the missing piece the band needed all this time is now finally filled, even though they never knew it was a void in the first place. Things certainly have a way of working themselves out, as is the case for Mikey and his bandmates. Now on the verge of setting out to tour the UK and beyond, Mikey has been very grateful for the opportunity to do something like this again, something he has always taken to heart. It's been a struggle to overcome the last year and a half mentally for Mikey, staying busy with other aspects of his life aside from music has really opened his mind to appreciate the little things. Quite the episode in store for the listeners as we finish up Season 9 of IUF. Tune in now and be sure to buy and stream the new album “COMA” from the UK metalcore outfit, THECITYISOURS – unleashing October 22 via Arising Empire.

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These are strange, strange times. We welcome the talented bassist Nicolas Dumont from the Australian rock quartet, The Ugly Kings. The new sophomore album “Strange, Strange Times” could not have a more fitting title. Within the last 18 months or so, it's been the state of the world we all have been living in - and now with it seemingly having a light at the end of this long tunnel, we chat with Nicolas about the outlook for a musician like himself going forward. In addition, Nicolas takes us through his personal beginnings with The Ugly Kings and his bandmates and how this new album has surpassed his own expectations. The album is charting immensely well in Australia; “Strange, Strange Times” is an album filled with music elements of blackened/power blues, alternative rock, and psychedelic punk. Add in the vocal influences of Jim Morrison, and the dynamic sounds of Queens Of The Stone Age, and you have quite the record filled with every homage the band can pay respect to. At the same time, The Ugly Kings have their own sound they are currently cementing into the rock and roll world. And finally, Nicolas talks about other parts of his life that feed into the creativity of his music, and that is being a teacher and the importance of playing a role in the younger generation. Tune in to this episode now and be sure to buy and stream “Strange, Strange Times” from the rock band of Down Under, The Ugly Kings. Album is out now worldwide via Napalm Records.

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