One With The Riverbed: Black metal, dynamics, and atmosphere- The Metal Maniacs Podcast (120)

In this 120th episode of The Metal Maniacs Podcast, hosts Jay Ingersoll and Modd sit down with Kalamazoo’s blackened post-metal powerhouse One With The Riverbed. If you’re a fan of Blackbraid, Deafheaven, Ghost Bath, or Wolves In The Throne Room, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Formed in 2017, One With The Riverbed is a five-piece band consisting of:

Jared Koons – Vocals

Bryan Neterer – Guitar

John C. Scott – Guitar

Lisa Bridenstine – Bass

Jimmy Welty – Drums

The band has carved out a reputation for crafting blackened melodic moodscapes that balance raw ferocity with cinematic beauty. Their newest release, “Succumb” (out October 25th, 2024 via Dusktone Records), pushes their sound further into the depths of emotional and sonic catharsis. Featuring bleak atmospheres, soaring post-metal textures, and crushing black metal intensity, the album stands as their most ambitious work yet.

Throughout the conversation, we dive into:

The formation of One With The Riverbed

Their songwriting process, from riffs to layering, solos, and atmospheric builds

The evolution of their sound across their discography:

Solace (2018) – Black ‘n’ roll leanings with indie rock flavor and BM vocals

Absence (2021) – Progressive and atmospheric with violin by Katie Calvert

Succumb (2024) – A crushing, fully realized blackened post-metal experience

The production process at Raygun Recording Studio and how their sound has grown

Their upcoming U.S. tour dates, including stops in Nashville, Atlanta, Asheville, and Columbus

What’s next for the band

We also touch on deeper topics like the emotional and spiritual catharsis that black metal and post-metal uniquely provide. Fans of atmospheric heaviness will find plenty to connect with here.

👉 Check out their music and updates at:

🌐 onewiththeriverbed.com

📱 One With The Riverbed Facebook

🎧 Albums to explore:

Solace (2018, Snow Wave Record)

Absence (2021, Snow Wave Record – featuring violin and expansive 14-minute closer Phantom’s Glance)

Succumb (2024, Dusktone – their definitive full-length statement)

📍 Upcoming Shows (Fall 2025 Tour Highlights):

Oct 4 – DRKMTTR, Nashville, TN

Oct 7 – The Shed DIY, Tuscumbia, AL

Oct 9 – The Odditorium, Asheville, NC

Oct 11 – Spacebar, Columbus, OH

This episode is not just a look at a band but an exploration of a modern black metal movement where atmosphere meets aggression and vulnerability collides with sonic chaos.

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