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Testament is back with new thrashy goodness!

Join Derek and John as they dive into Testament's latest album Para Bellum, marking the band's return after five years. The guys get into the nostalgic yet modern thrash metal sound that harkens back to the 80s and 90s, with surprises and dynamic elements woven throughout. Discover how Testament's consistent lineup and thoughtful songwriting have crafted a record that stands the test of time. Released by Nuclear Blast Para Bellum is set to shake the metal scene. Tune in for an in-depth analysis and see why this album is a must-listen for metalheads. 

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#Parabellum #HeavyMetal #Metalhead #MetalMusic #BayAreaThrash #chuckbilly #alexskolnick #ericpeterson #chrisdovas @testamentofficial 
#testamentband #testament #thrashmetal #metal #heavymetal #alexskolnick #chuckbilly #metalhead #thrash #ericpeterson #testamentlegions #testamentofficial #bayareathrash #testamentfans #slayer #bayareathrashmetal #thrashmetalband #genehoglan #thrashtilldeath #thrashmetalmusic #megadeth #thrashforlife #deathmetal #bayarea #bayareametal #thrashforever #slayer #metallica #anthrax

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Derek and John had a wonderful conversation with Gwyn Strang and Sean Bilovecky from Ohio based gloom metal band Frayle.  They get into the creative process behind Frayle's latest album "Heretics & Lullabies," talk about the challenges and triumphs of recording with a new producer, the intricacies of translating studio work to live performances, and the personal stories that shape their music. Gwyn and Sean share some insights into their unique aesthetic, the power of personal vulnerability and working with Napalm Records. Don't miss this captivating discussion filled with humor, honesty, and a glimpse into the life of a great band on the rise.

00:00 Introduction, cover songs and Napalm Records
03:00 Working with producer Aaron Chaparian
08:05 Heretics and Lullabies, track by track
13:05 Persecution, vulnerability and lyrical content
18:34 Kat's Little Factory, masks, festival shows and fan interactions
27:00 Translating album content to the stage
30:35 Upcoming Frayle plans and the Frayle aesthetic
35:00 Gear and equipment
38:14 Quickie questions

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#frayle #heretics&lullabies #frayleband #fraylemusic #seanfrayle #gwynfrayle #aaronchaparian
#doom #doommetal #atmosphericdoom #witchy #gothmetal #metal #stoner #stonermetal #postmetal #katslittlefactory #orange #orangeamps #earthquaker #afterneath #gwynstrang #seanbilovecky #johnmorgan  #Popson #mushroomhead #napalmrecords #rolemodeladjacent 

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In this episode, John and Derek get into it with Slatts Everyday, bass player extraordinaire with Australia’s own grindcore/thrash powerhouse King Parrot, a band that has been grinding it out since the early 2010s. Discover how their relentless touring and unique sound caught the attention of Phil Anselmo, leading to a transformative partnership with Housecore Records. The guys also peek behind the scenes of life on the road, where downtime is spent pursuing life’s finer experiences; Harleys, water slides and embracing the camaraderie that keeps the band energized. Tune in for Mr. Slatts Everyday’s inside look at the journey of a band that thrives on hard work, humor, and the unexpected joys of touring. 

00:00 Introduction
00:50 Touring with Pantera and Amon Amarth
04:20 Playing Club Shows vs Arena Tours
05:30 Joining Phil Anselmo’s Housecore Records 
12:15 Creating King Parrot songs
15:40 The unending Snark Factor of King Parrot and writing in odd time signatures
20:25 Advice for New Bands
22:18 Australian Bands to check out
25:00 Slatts’s perfect day
27:55 Downtime on tour

Australian Bands to check out!
Amyl and the Sniffers - https://www.amylandthesniffers.com/
Blood Duster - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blood_Duster
Damaged - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPXX1DKGTIE
Beanflipper - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDLZ8pW2rwI&t=4s
Cosmic Psychos - https://cosmicpsychos.com.au/
Choof - https://choofinbastards.bandcamp.com/album/a-very-special-blend-of-psychology-and-extreme-violence
Ecca Vandal - https://eccavandal.com/

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#kingparrot #slattseveryday #wayneslattery #matthewyoung #mattyoung #youngy #ariwhite #mrwhite #andrewlivingstonesquires #squiz #maxdangerfield #youngpersonsguideto #grindcore #thrashmetal #extrememetal #australianmetal #metaltour #pantera #amonamarth #metalnews #shittalkreviews #interview #podcast #australia #housecorerecords #philanselmo #amylandthesniffers #bloodduster #damaged #beanflipper #cosmicpsychos #choof #eccavandal

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Derek and John jump into the pit and talk about the new single Perpetual Punishment by California's Dead Heat from their upcoming album, Process of Elimination. This track is a blistering testament to the band's relentless energy and brutal sound.

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#DeadHeat805 #DeadHeatCA #DeadHeatBand #ProcessOfElimination #WorldAtWar #MetalBladeRecords #Hardcore  #HardcorePunk #CrossoverThrash #CrossoverHardcore #ThrashMetal #HeavyMetal

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Join John and Derek for a deep conversation with Kenny Hickey, the iconic guitarist of Type O Negative and founder of Sun Dont Shine and Silvertomb. The guys cover all sorts of topics; his current band Sun Dont Shine, gear and equipment, the journey to sobriety, his old friend Peter Steele and Type O Negative and if Kenny likes tacos more than pizza.

00:00 Introduction, the new studio, sobriety and vulnerability
04:57 New music from Sun Dont Shine, Andrew Spaulding/Corpsepaint Records and what The Beatles mean to Kenny
09:45 The dynamics in modern music and upcoming plans for SDS
11:30 Kenny and Peter Steele and the mistakes of the past
13:20 Type O Negative's merchandising legacy, Joey James Hernandez's artwork
14:45 Kenny's gear and equipment
17:16 Where Does Kenny get all that gear? Sweetwater!
19:42 Kenny's lead guitar philosophy
21:16 Keeping it fresh in the writing process
22:30 Who is Kenny listening to?
23:18 Quickie Questions

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#KennyHickey #sundontshine #crowbar #KirkWindstein  #toddstrange #Musician #Guitarist #Songwriter #Metal #Rock #HeavyMusic #TypeONegative #PeterSteele #JohnnyKelly 
#GothMetal #DoomMetal #TypeONegativeForever #BloodyKisses 
#OctoberRust #BrooklynMetal #silvertomb #sweetwatersound #joeyjameshernandez

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The Barbarians Of California have graced our ears with a new single and John and Derek had to grab a hot second to rave about it. It's another track that follows the killer formula that the band established with their first album And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth; heavy guitars, wild vocals and metric tons of attitude. 

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#TheBarbariansOfCalifornia #BarbariansOfCalifornia #AWOLNATION #Hardcore #Metal #CaliforniaHardcore #PunkRock #NewMusic #aaronbruno #ericstenman #zackirons #issaccarpenter

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Derek and John are diving headfirst into the new Trivium single, "Bury Me with My Screams." The band has been on an absolute tear with their recent releases, and this track is a perfect example of why they remain at the top of the modern metal game.

Join the fellas as they break down why they love this new song:

Crushing Riffs: The trademark Trivium guitar work is back, with intricate riffs that balance thrash aggression with melodic precision.

Alex Bent's Drumming: We'll highlight the technical mastery of Alex Bent's drumming, a crucial element that provides the track's incredible power and complexity.

Vocal Performance: Matt Heafy delivers a masterful performance, blending his signature screams with a powerful clean vocal style.

What do you think of "Bury Me with My Screams"? Let us know your favorite part in the comments below!

Plus, bad journalism! Fun for the whole family!

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#trivium #metal #heavymetal #metalcore #mattheafy #guitar #rock #thrashmetal #metalmusic #coreybeaulieu #triviumband #alexbent #guitarist #deathmetal #davidgilmour #traverser #johnshaffer #journalism

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The legendary David Gilmour has delivered an unforgettable live version of "Sorrow," and we're here to talk about every glorious second of it. Recorded at the historic Circus Maximus in Rome, this performance is a profound reminder of why Gilmour is one of the greatest guitarists to ever live.

In this Shit Talk Reviews Quickie we're celebrating this new single from Gilmour's upcoming live album, The Luck and Strange Concerts.

This is a chat for anyone who has ever been moved by a single guitar note. 

What's your favorite part of this new live version of "Sorrow"? Let us know in the comments!

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#DavidGilmour, #Sorrow, #PinkFloyd #GilmourGuitar, #GuitarSolo, #GuitarRiff  #ProgressiveRock #luckandstrange #circusmaximus #guitar #stratocaster

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In this episode of Shit Talk Reviews, Derek and John dive headfirst into Orbit Culture's latest full-length album, Death Above Life. Following up on the monumental success of Nija and Descent, this record sees the Swedish metal titans return with their darkest, heaviest, and most cinematic release yet.
They explore the crushing riffs, Buster Odeholm's legendary mixing and the other goodies that give this album the potential to plant Orbit Culture as one of the metal giants.

Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the band, this review is a must-watch. The question: Is Death Above Life going to be one of the best metal albums of the year?

What's your favorite track from the new album? Let us know in the comments below!

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#OrbitCulture #Metal #HeavyMetal #Music #NewMusic #MelodicDeathMetal #GrooveMetal #ThrashMetal #Metalcore #ProgressiveMetal #DeathAboveLife #Nija #Descent #VulturesofNorth
#OpenEye #Gojira #Metallica #LambOfGod #Meshuggah #CoreyTaylor #NiklasKarlsson #richardhannson #FredrikLennartsson #ChristopherWallerstedt #BusterOdeholm #SwedishMetal #MetalReview #AlbumReview #MusicReview #Podcast #colt45 #vildjharta #humanityslastbreath

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Today, we mourn the passing of a true icon. In this quick chat, John and Derek pay tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, the one and only Prince of Darkness. His life was a tornado of music, mayhem, and a raw charisma that forever changed rock and roll.

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#OzzyOsbourne #Ozzy #ThePrinceofDarkness #Metal #HeavyMetal #RockMusic #BlackSabbath #Sabbath #TonyIommi #GeezerButler #CrazyTrain #BlizzardOfOzz #RandyRhoads #NoMoreTears #MamaImComingHome #Ozzfest #TheOsbournes #RockIcon #MusicLegend #RIPOzzyOsbourne #TributeToOzzy #OzzyForever

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