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Devil With No Name are a band who have no fear to blend black metal along with western elements – and with one of the more unique combinations within that historic realm of the subgenre, they execute their sound to perfection. Andrew Markuszewski and Michal Jusko from the band join the IUF podcast as they dive into details on their first ever self-titled EP, including the origins of this newest project sprouting out from the Arizona desert. Both members are involved in numerous other different bands which also fed into their creativity to manifest this fresh blend of black metal. The ambitions they have within themselves is a stoke to the fire they plan to keep on burning as a new chapter in their musicianship unfolds. Listen in on this episode now and pick up Devil With No Name's self-titled EP debut out now on New Density Records.

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We are joined by California death metal outfit Xibalba – Guitarist Brian Ortiz and drummer Jason Brunes from the band talk about their newest epic “Anos en Infierno” and the experiences they both went through in the 5 year gap from their previous album. A lot of personal growth, friendships, hardships, and life changing occurrences were shared between the members. A band showing dedication to their passion of playing music, and stories of touring and meeting other talented musicians in the industry fill this episode of the epitome of just having a great time and making the best of any situation. Tune in now to this unfiltered episode discussed with Brian and Jason and make sure to pick up Xibalba's newest album, “Anos en Infierno” out now on Southern Lord Recordings.

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U.K. thrash metal group Onslaught are back with a fury with their 7th studio album “Generation Antichrist”. Bassist Jeff Williams joins our podcast today, and this is a conversation you need to listen to believe. One of the more humble artists we've had on our show, he dives into the makings and influences that came into bringing this new record to life – Including his own personal upbringing. One of more crazier and unique stories he tells about is a time when Onslaught once opened for the Backstreet Boys. Onslaught has been through it all, and with Generation Antichrist – its this pummeling sound of grooves and bangers they have mastered throughout their 40 year career of blood, sweat, tears, and thrash. Listen in on this unique episode and pick up Generation Antichrist out August 7th on AFM Records.

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Bobby Blitz and Mark Menghi from supergroup metal band BPMD join our show for a good laid back ball-busting conversation about their new debut album - "American Made". The relationship between the two show the chemistry and respect they have for one another as they describe the origins of this project. Along with bandmates Phil Demmel and Mike Portnoy, BPMD have manifested the link in the chain to the 70s classic rock covers to the likes of ZZ TOP, Mountain, Ted Nugent, and many more. Dive into this episode now as they talk about how the creation of this band got to where they are today and buy/stream BPMD's newest gem "American Made" out now on Napalm Records.

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13 records in over 20 years show hard work. Lead vocalist Ralf Scheepers from power-metallers Primal Fear joins the IUF podcast and talks about many of his personal highlights throughout his career. He also dives into details about the new record “Metal Commando”, and the influences and production elements it took to make this sound come to life. Singing for multiple bands has opened up a lot of gratitude for Ralf in doing what he does best, and even though he has other interests which feed his creativity within the profession – it's the constant state of passion on music he always finds himself in. Listen in to this episode and pick up Primal Fear's new album “Metal Commando”, due out July 24th on Nuclear Blast Records.

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Hailing from Seattle, we are joined by frontwoman Joy Von Spain from progressive blackened doom quintet Eye Of Nix. Three albums in, Joy discusses the many elements and factors that went behind the new album “Ligeia”, and her influences that accumulated into where she is today personally and artistically. Ligeia is an album that takes the listener through a journey of the beautiful and the darkness simultaneously. A record not for the faint of heart, but at the same time a record to catch the listener off guard while crossing boundaries into new territories. She explains everything in-between from the album art to production to lyricism. Listen in to this in-depth conversation with this talented artist and make sure to buy/stream Eye of Nix's newest epic, “Ligeia”, out now on Prophecy Productions.

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Acclaimed guitarist Gus G. from power metal band Firewind is our guest in today's episode. From playing with many other different acts including Ozzy Osbourne, Dream Evil, and Nightrage in his arsenal, the level of consistency within his musicianship is unmatched. Gus talks about Firewind's 9th self-titled album and the challenges they went through to make this record come to life. With the last 20 years behind him, he reminisces about the different experiences he went though that shaped him into the person and artist he is today – from fans, metal culture, and friendships in the industry, all the while still growing. Listen in now on this humble interview and pick up Firewind's latest self-titled album out now on AFM records.

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Vocalist/Frontman Schmier (aka Mad Butcher) from German thrash metal outfit Destruction is our latest guest, and with over 40 years of experience in a passion for what he does, these months of isolation can't slow him down. He describes his idea of releasing their newest live album titled “Born To Thrash” for the fans who are at home, and the different aspects of the touring life he misses the most. It's important to love what you do, and Schmier is a prime example of staying true to himself. Listen in to this interview and buy/stream Destruction's newest live album “Born To Thrash” out now on Nuclear Blast Records.

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Vocalist Sean Harmanis of Make Them Suffer is our humble guest in todays episode. The heavy music scene in Australia is only getting bigger, and bands like Make Them Suffer continue to build with that on their 4th studio album “How To Survive A Funeral”. Sean talks about the new elements brought into this record while still maintaining their roots - including his life during quarantine, the touring memories, and a few visits to the past based on his interests in storytelling/writing concepts. Tune into this episode now and pick up “How To Survive A Funeral” out on June 19th on digital and July 10th on physical on Rise Records/Greyscale Records.

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Norwegian artist Anders Odden from death metal band Cadaver is our humble guest in this episode – With so many projects/bands and a catalog that is rich with his music lore, Anders knows where his intuition lies. Beating cancer has only made him stronger in the end. He talks about his recovering health, including Cadaver's newest EP titled “D.G.A.F' and more new music coming up, his side project with former MAYHEM members called “Order”, and a localized concert called Adhoc Festival he arranged for the people of Norway to attend during these times of quarantine. Listen in as he speaks his mind on these subjects and more and don't forget to purchase/stream their newest EP - “D.G.A.F” out now on Nuclear Blast Records.