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Welcome to the Age Of The Offended. We welcome back a veteran frontman from the Norwegian underground metal scene, Anders Odden from extreme metal act, Cadaver. We last spoke to him in the pandemic-ridden 2020. 35 years in on setting the foundation for underground music, Anders and Cadaver are back and refined the new album, “The Age Of The Offended.” Joining fellow seasoned drummer from Megadeth, Dirk Verbeuren, and alongside guitarist Ronni Le Tekro and bassist Eilert Solstad – Cadaver seemingly find themselves in the best shape they have ever been in. Anders talks about the relationship with his bandmates and how the chemistry they have formed came so effortlessly as the songs began to pile up. Blending in the sounds of black, death, and thrash metal, with an old school twist of everything Cadaver is known for, gives “The Age Of The Offended” high marks for being one of the heaviest albums of 2023. Tune in now to our interview with our good friend Anders, and be sure to buy and stream the new album from Cadaver, out now worldwide via Nuclear Blast Records.

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Over the last couple of years, Tyler Harper of the Louisiana-based hardcore outfit Capra has become a good pal to us here at IUF. We absolutely relish every opportunity we get to sit down and chat with him. Besides being lucky enough to call ourselves friends of Tyler's, we are also undeniably huge fans of Capra's music. In this special episode with hosts Sonny and James Reza (and Capra's third appearance on IUF), Tyler dishes about touring in Europe, James Cameron films, and Capra's highly anticipated follow up to 2021's "In Transmission." The new album, "Errors," releases October 6th through Metal Blade Records and Blacklight Media.

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“It's always about the music, that's the whole point of being in a band.” We are joined by frontman Matthew Flood of Caskets. The metalcore quintet from Leeds, UK are back with their sophomore effort, “Reflections,” and have more than lived up to the hype. After dropping their debut record in 2021, Caskets have earned all the well-deserved recognition which saw them garnering over 80 million streams while trekking through the US and Europe. Matthew talks about the band's current journey as well as the early days from where it all started. “Reflections” is an example of the bands growth, personally and musically, and while they have found a balance within the melody and the heavy, Caskets are living proof of expanded musicianship. 5 years in the making, and Matthew has been grateful for every moment leading up to the current success. Tune in now and be sure to buy and stream the new album from Caskets, titled “Reflections,” dropping on August 11 through Sharptone Records.

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Bloodsuckers forever. Saint Agnes forever. Across the pond we go, and enter the new age of punk music, a passion unmatched from the quartet called Saint Agnes. We are joined by frontwoman Kitty Austen and guitarist Jon Tufnell in today's edition of IUF. Almost a decade into the frey of existence, Kitty and Jon talk about the early days of the band, clocking in over 200 divebar and squat shows across the UK & Europe, before getting picked up by Spinefarm Records. As the recognition grew, so did their touring resume, performing on revered festivals such as Download, Isle Of Wright, and 2000 Trees to name a few. There's a sense of humbleness within their character, but Kitty and Jon are forever grateful to be in this position, and quite possibly, also now in their most important chapter in their lives, personally and musically. The new album, “Bloodsuckers” showcases the best of their talents and abilities, which has them picking up steam with other music outlets at the same time. Punk has never sounded more rebellious, and Saint Agnes is sure to have you on your feet in any setting, getting you ready to run into a wall. Tune in now to our conversation with Kitty and Jon, and be sure to buy and stream the highly-anticipated “Bloodsuckers,” due out July 21 via Spinefarm Records. Saint Agnes forever.

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We welcome one hell of a talented Swede from one of heavy metal's latest comebacks: Multi-instrumentalist Per Nilsson of Scar Symmetry. Nearly 10 years since the bands last album, Per takes a moment to look back on the groups early days that lead up to an unforeseen hiatus. Now back and better than ever, Scar Symmetry's newest epic, “The Singularity Phase Part 2: Xenotaph,” picks up where they have left off. Raising the bar for melodic death metal fused with elements of groove and progressive, Per and company make it look effortless. Tune in now to our conversation with Per Nilsson, and be sure to buy and stream the new album, out now worldwide via Nuclear Blast Records.

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Rising New York City based singer-songwriter, and poet, Stella Rose Gahan is an exceptional talent, and one to keep an eye on going forward. Stella joins the IUF series as we dive into her upstart music career, filled with exciting storylines and a bright future. Mixing together sounds of folk, lo-fi rock, industrial, and indie elements, Stella has established her own foundation with an unforgettable debut album. “Eyes Of Glass” showcases everything she's made of, and then some, which leaves the listener entranced by the siren-esque vocal qualities spread throughout a majestic record. We also get the opportunity to talk to Stella about her father, David Gahan, who is widely known as the founder of one of industrial rock's most influential groups, Depeche Mode. Stella has all the passion, style and musicality from her father's influence, but now with a debut album under her arsenal, she is quickly coming into her own. And soon enough, a league of her own. Tune in now tnd be sure to buy and stream the highly-anticipated debut album “Eyes Of Glass” from Stella Rose Gahan. Out now worldwide through KRO Records.

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Stoner rock outfit, Gozu, are back with their 5th full-length album “Remedy.” Like many, the pandemic was an obstacle they needed to overcome to have this record see the light of day, which also saw a lineup change during that time frame. Lead frontman and founder of the band, Marc Gaffney, is our guest today as he takes us through a journey that began back in 2008. Gozu has trekked all over the world in over 15 years, which makes touring one of Gaff's most favorite things to do in his life. We also ask about his favorite memories that he made while being on the road for the majority of time in the last decade plus, and how this gig ended up being something of a second nature for him and company. Gozu has taken elements of the fuzzy, '70s-inspired riffs and combined it with rich, catchy, grunge-esque vocal melodies with a touch of old school trippy psychedelia. Yeah, it's an album you'll need to hear to believe. “Remedy” displays Gozu at their best, and now at the peak of their career. Tune in now and be sure to buy and stream the new album out now worldwide via Black Light Media/Metal Blade Records.

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In our 10th edition of Deep Cuts, we are proud to welcome DC-born, Mexico-based award winning author John Wray on the podcast. An author, a husband, and a metalhead. John is an example of each and every one of us in this ever-growing community. We get the chance to talk to him about his highly-anticipated 6th novel “Gone To The Wolves,” and the storylines that went behind the development of the main characters which many metalheads will be able to identify with. It's not the easiest process writing 6 novels in about 20+ years, and well, it's definitely not easy doing it while winning awards in the process, yet John makes it look easy. John also talks about his love for the music of heavy metal and the first albums he ever laid his hands on during his youth, and that includes taking the stage as a musician himself in multiple bands. A good amount of his own personal experiences can be found in his writing, and it's a spectacular way of connecting to his audiences. This is an episode you will need to hear for yourself, and John has been grateful to still be at his peak at this point in his hard-working career. Tune in now and do not miss this chance to purchase his newest epic, “Gone To The Wolves,” filled with an adventure that anyone can appreciate in creative storytelling. Out now worldwide via FSG Books.

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Symphonic power metal has a new face in the mix. Angus McSix has now entered the fray filled with all the immense storylines and fantasies alongside powerful music compositions. We are joined by the prolific guitarist Thalìa Bellazecca, to talk about the band's debut album, “Angus McSix And The Sword Of Power”. Thalia talks to us about her personal background, and how coming from a mix of Italian and Cuban cultures have impacted her very positively in her musical career. We also get the opportunity to talk to her about the first days of formation for Angus McSix, and the challenges of building that chemistry that can provide a spark for her and her bandmates. And last, but not least, the thematic and fantasy elements which make up the lore of Angus McSix. Thalia dives right in on the creative storylines that went behind the bands masterful debut album. When it comes down to what makes up the best of the sound in power metal, Angus Mcsix delivers on this impressive debut. Tune in now to our conversation with Thalia, and be sure to buy and stream the new album, “Angus McSix And The Sword Of Power,” out now worldwide via Napalm Records.

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Frontman Knox Colby from Richmond-based metal outfit Enforced, joins us today to talk about their new album, “War Remains.” It's been 7 years into the band's existence, and they have finally found their signature sound with this highly-anticipated 3rd record. We talk to Knox about the band's early days in Virginia, and the opportunity of making a name for themselves in a city that spawned other notable acts like Lamb Of God and Gwar. Add Enforced to the list, who have now given the sound of thrash a new breath of life that will be sure to satisfy the die hard fans of the 80s as well as the modern era. Knox and company are more than ready to kick off the biggest chapter in Enforced's career, and it's time to take note you metalheads. Tune in now and be sure to buy and stream “War Remains,” out now worldwide via Century Media Records.

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