On this week's episode of the Fired Up For Fired Up For Friday, we dig into the releases for September 11, 2026, which is another jam packed week of heaviness. If you're a fan of Thrash, Death, Extreme, Doom, or Black Metal, there's something for you on this week, with a bunch of great albums. And if you don't like those styles there's Post Hardcore, Rock and Roll, and so much more. Also started a new segment, "Hometown Homies" where I highlight local artist releases from Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio and parts of West Virginia. The first band highlighted is Vulgar Mephitis off of Willowtip Records, which is also a Hometown label, so it's a buy none, get two free to kick things off! What albums have you been enjoying these past few weeks? Let me know in the comments! 0:00 Introduction1:09 Vulgar Mephitis - From Dust (Brutal Death Metal |  @WillowtipRecords  )4:46 Harlott - Exsequiis (Thrash Metal | Metal Blade Records)7:35 Vingulmork - Barmjerthigesen Fallitt (Black Metal, Schattenpfade / Crime / Likskue)12:08 HKSPK - Heimkehr (Blackened Death Metal)13:49 Green Lung - Necropolitan (Doom / Psych, Nuclear ☢️ Blast)16:00 Space Chaser - Razorblade Bay (Thrash, Testimony Records) 17:57 Wrongman - Here's That Feeling (Post Hardcore, Deathwish Inc)19:37 Killer - The Grande Finale (Heavy Metal, High Roller Records)21:46 Snět - 24:01 Green Carnation - A Dark Poem, Part III: The Messiah ComplexAre you looking for new heavy to start off the weekend? Are you tired of listening to the same old music and are looking for something new and exciting? Yeah me too, so I started scouring the promos to see what excites me, because chances are if I like it, so will you! An offering of molten metal to fuel your Fridays and end the week with a bang! Whether it’s Thrash and Death, Psych and Doom, or Industrial and Extreme Metal, if it’s hot, find it here. And if there is something I missed, let me know about it. With so much new music being released, chances I am bound to miss a few, let me know what you are dying for! And besides, when has fire ever not been cool? 🚨🎶 Have your music reviewed at:🎶🚨🔗sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashology —Submit Hub Link Or🔗https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA —Groover Profile LinkWelcome to the Metal Institute of Thrashology, Whether you’re looking for the newest, heaviest, most extreme metal riffs, or you need something that fits the mood, you have come to the right place. We put all things metal to the most rigors of tests, so you don’t have to. Combing the farthest reaches of the globe, or at the top of the charts, we’re into everything in between. Our passion is spread just as far, whether it’s death and thrash metal, or doom and psych chances are I like it. Just because Metal and Thrash is in the title, don’t think that’s all I feature! From Instrumental and hard rock to punk and hardcore, if it’s heavy or has a bit of a groove, you’ll find it here.

Pittsburgh underground brutal death metal band, Vulgar Mephitis swings by the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, to discuss their newest album, From Dust off of Willowtip Records. A mix of Death Metal, with some black metal influences, but keeping it heavy and brutal. Guitarist Dan Martin stops by to discuss what went into making such an amazing debut album.

If you haven't heard From Dust, make sure you check it out, it is fierce and one of the top death metal albums from this year for sure.

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Covering everything from new album releases and songwriting to touring, gear, career highlights, industry insights, and life on the road, Distorted Dialogue gives listeners a deeper look into the people behind the music. Whether the guest is a legendary artist or an emerging underground act, every episode is focused on authentic conversations and the stories that shape heavy music.

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Pittsburgh underground brutal death metal band, Vulgar Mephitis swings by the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, to discuss their newest album, From Dust off of Willowtip Records. A mix of Death Metal, with some black metal influences, but keeping it heavy and brutal. Guitarist Dan Martin stops by to discuss what went into making such an amazing debut album.

If you haven't heard From Dust, make sure you check it out, it is fierce and one of the top death metal albums from this year for sure.

@vulgarmephitis

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Covering everything from new album releases and songwriting to touring, gear, career highlights, industry insights, and life on the road, Distorted Dialogue gives listeners a deeper look into the people behind the music. Whether the guest is a legendary artist or an emerging underground act, every episode is focused on authentic conversations and the stories that shape heavy music.

If you're passionate about metal, hard rock, punk, hardcore, doom, thrash, death metal, black metal, progressive metal, power metal, stoner rock, or anything heavy, Distorted Dialogue is your destination for discovering new artists and hearing directly from the people creating the music.

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On the newest episode of, Fired up for Friday we dig into the best underground rock and metal releases that dropped on September 4th, 2026. There's a ton on this episode, wether you're a fan of stoner and psych rock, sludge, thrash metal, Black metal, and almost every other genre, meaning there is something for every fan on this episode, so make sure you check this episode out. What was your favorite release from this week, this year or in general? Let me know what it is0:00 Intro0:40 Moon Destroys - Omni ( @BluesFuneralRecordings  )2:51  @chatpileband  - Who Loves the Sun ( @flenser  )5:31 Judiciary - Stalagmite Angels ( @closedcasketactivities  )7:08  @veilcaste  - Hellward ( @ThirdHouseCommunications  )8:33 Devil Master Bloody Dreams ( @relapserecords  )10:12  @purestform-wav  - Resistance ( @DaisRecords  ) 12:18 Ancient Malice - Worm Tongue (Independent)14:02  @VultureNeck  Neck - Vulture Neck (Independent) 15:26 Mad Max - Stories of Destiny ( @ReigningPhoenixMusicOfficial  )17:01 Fog Wall Gloomweaver (Independent)18:44  @wyrdstaef  - Primordial Bloodlines ( @apocalypticwitchcraft  )21:08  @RazorInsteadOfTongue  - Revolutionize (Independent)22:56  @mastodon  - Marrow Deep (Independent)Are you looking for new heavy to start off the weekend? Are you tired of listening to the same old music and are looking for something new and exciting? Yeah me too, so I started scouring the promos to see what excites me, because chances are if I like it, so will you! An offering of molten metal to fuel your Fridays and end the week with a bang! Whether it’s Thrash and Death, Psych and Doom, or Industrial and Extreme Metal, if it’s hot, find it here. And if there is something I missed, let me know about it. With so much new music being released, chances I am bound to miss a few, let me know what you are dying for! And besides, when has fire ever not been cool? 🚨🎶 Have your music reviewed at:🎶🚨🔗sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashology —Submit Hub Link Or🔗https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA —Groover Profile LinkWelcome to the Metal Institute of Thrashology, Whether you’re looking for the newest, heaviest, most extreme metal riffs, or you need something that fits the mood, you have come to the right place. We put all things metal to the most rigors of tests, so you don’t have to. Combing the farthest reaches of the globe, or at the top of the charts, we’re into everything in between. Our passion is spread just as far, whether it’s death and thrash metal, or doom and psych chances are I like it. Just because Metal and Thrash is in the title, don’t think that’s all I feature! From Instrumental and hard rock to punk and hardcore, if it’s heavy or has a bit of a groove, you’ll find it here. Check out more episodes of Fired Up For Friday at:🔥Fired Up For Friday - The Best of Fresh, NEW Albums Dropping Each Weekhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZLq6PaSCgCrmIbFXYuwW-VHTtSdjOcVvOr check out the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, where I interview musicians and other industry professionals at:🎙️https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZLq6PaSCgCrmIbFXYuwW-VHTtSdjOcVv💣Annihilate the LIKE and SUBSCRIBE, so you don’t miss the latest Podcast Episodes, New Songs to Discover, Unboxing’s, Podcast Episode and whatever the hell I decide to do next!

Denver Metalhead 1-7-8, Colin comes back onto the Distorted Dialogue Podcast as I lost the original episode, to discuss moving to college, how he discovers new metal bands, and who is on his radar for upcoming albums. We go into his background, where he wants to go, and most importantly, kick ass metal bands. Colin has a vast, and quickly expanding his knowledge of metal, and keeps it growing! Head over and check out Colin's stuff and subscribe so you don't miss the best of the underground. 👇UCDMXXvW0Iyeng_s9DLrh_NwI apologize to Colin for losing the file, apparently if you store too much in the cloud, it rains a bit. 👍Like what you heard? Then head over to the Distorted Discoveries Playlist, where you can discover the best in Metal, Rock, Punk and Hardcore. From Grindcore and Extreme Metal to Instrumental Rock and Pop Punk - discover rising underground bands, where you will hear them first. 👇🔗 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZLq6PaSCgCrdEgzGEw9gWKsPdt_nVpweCurated by Mike Thrash of the Metal Institute of Thrashology, lifelong metalhead. 🫀ALL HUMAN MUSIC ONLY🫀(Email me at [email protected] if AI snuck through, for immediate removal)🚨TO HAVE YOUR MUSIC REVIEWED👇🚨🔗sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashology —Submit Hub Link Or🔗https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA —Groover Profile Link💣Annihilate the LIKE and SUBSCRIBE, so you don’t miss the latest Podcast Episodes, New Songs to Discover, Unboxing’s, Podcast Episode and whatever the hell I decide to do next! 💣‼️ I do not own this song or the right to this song, but I am posting this with permission from the band, in order to support the band. You should too, by clicking on the Links above. If you would like your music removed, please email me at [email protected].

Denver Metalhead 1-7-8, Colin comes back onto the Distorted Dialogue Podcast as I lost the original episode, to discuss moving to college, how he discovers new metal bands, and who is on his radar for upcoming albums. We go into his background, where he wants to go, and most importantly, kick ass metal bands. Colin has a vast, and quickly expanding his knowledge of metal, and keeps it growing! Head over and check out Colin's stuff and subscribe so you don't miss the best of the underground. 👇UCDMXXvW0Iyeng_s9DLrh_NwI apologize to Colin for losing the file, apparently if you store too much in the cloud, it rains a bit. 👍Like what you heard? Then head over to the Distorted Discoveries Playlist, where you can discover the best in Metal, Rock, Punk and Hardcore. From Grindcore and Extreme Metal to Instrumental Rock and Pop Punk - discover rising underground bands, where you will hear them first. 👇🔗 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZLq6PaSCgCrdEgzGEw9gWKsPdt_nVpweCurated by Mike Thrash of the Metal Institute of Thrashology, lifelong metalhead. 🫀ALL HUMAN MUSIC ONLY🫀(Email me at [email protected] if AI snuck through, for immediate removal)🚨TO HAVE YOUR MUSIC REVIEWED👇🚨🔗sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashology —Submit Hub Link Or🔗https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA —Groover Profile Link💣Annihilate the LIKE and SUBSCRIBE, so you don’t miss the latest Podcast Episodes, New Songs to Discover, Unboxing’s, Podcast Episode and whatever the hell I decide to do next! 💣‼️ I do not own this song or the right to this song, but I am posting this with permission from the band, in order to support the band. You should too, by clicking on the Links above. If you would like your music removed, please email me at [email protected].

Tasmanian metal band Psycroptic released a punishing new album, The Pulse of Annihilation, bringing thogether the technical ability, their progressive writing structures and ferocious execution into one remarkable release. Drummer Dave Haley stopped by the Distorted Dialogue podcast to talk all about the album. From went into making the Pulse of Annihilation, to how they discovered their music and influences, this is an episode you don't want to miss. What was your favorite song on The Pulse of Annihilation? @Psycroptic   @metalbladerecords   @EarsplitCompound  🎙️ ABOUT DISTORTED DIALOGUEDistorted Dialogue is the interview podcast from The Metal Institute of Thrashology, featuring in-depth conversations with musicians, songwriters, producers, label representatives, promoters, touring professionals, and other influential figures from across the world of heavy music.Covering everything from new album releases and songwriting to touring, gear, career highlights, industry insights, and life on the road, Distorted Dialogue gives listeners a deeper look into the people behind the music. Whether the guest is a legendary artist or an emerging underground act, every episode is focused on authentic conversations and the stories that shape heavy music.If you're passionate about metal, hard rock, punk, hardcore, doom, thrash, death metal, black metal, progressive metal, power metal, stoner rock, or anything heavy, Distorted Dialogue is your destination for discovering new artists and hearing directly from the people creating the music.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🚨 SUBMIT YOUR MUSIC FOR REVIEW 🚨SubmitHub:sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashologyGroover:https://bit.ly/4iJZMZAEmail:[email protected]━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🤘 ABOUT THE METAL INSTITUTE OF THRASHOLOGYThe Metal Institute of Thrashology is dedicated to promoting and discussing heavy music from around the globe. From exclusive artist interviews and album reviews to concert footage, underground discoveries, and music discussions, our mission is simple:Help metal fans discover their next favorite band.

Tasmanian metal band Psycroptic released a punishing new album, The Pulse of Annihilation, bringing thogether the technical ability, their progressive writing structures and ferocious execution into one remarkable release. Drummer Dave Haley stopped by the Distorted Dialogue podcast to talk all about the album. From went into making the Pulse of Annihilation, to how they discovered their music and influences, this is an episode you don't want to miss. What was your favorite song on The Pulse of Annihilation? @Psycroptic   @metalbladerecords   @EarsplitCompound  🎙️ ABOUT DISTORTED DIALOGUEDistorted Dialogue is the interview podcast from The Metal Institute of Thrashology, featuring in-depth conversations with musicians, songwriters, producers, label representatives, promoters, touring professionals, and other influential figures from across the world of heavy music.Covering everything from new album releases and songwriting to touring, gear, career highlights, industry insights, and life on the road, Distorted Dialogue gives listeners a deeper look into the people behind the music. Whether the guest is a legendary artist or an emerging underground act, every episode is focused on authentic conversations and the stories that shape heavy music.If you're passionate about metal, hard rock, punk, hardcore, doom, thrash, death metal, black metal, progressive metal, power metal, stoner rock, or anything heavy, Distorted Dialogue is your destination for discovering new artists and hearing directly from the people creating the music.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🚨 SUBMIT YOUR MUSIC FOR REVIEW 🚨SubmitHub:sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashologyGroover:https://bit.ly/4iJZMZAEmail:[email protected]━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🤘 ABOUT THE METAL INSTITUTE OF THRASHOLOGYThe Metal Institute of Thrashology is dedicated to promoting and discussing heavy music from around the globe. From exclusive artist interviews and album reviews to concert footage, underground discoveries, and music discussions, our mission is simple:Help metal fans discover their next favorite band.

This week, we’re digging into a massive batch of new underground rock and metal releases, with 14 bands and albums featured in one jam-packed episode! From heavy and extreme sounds to thrash, doom, death metal and beyond, there is plenty of new music to discover.

This episode features new releases from Earthlore, Prevailer, A Cold Paradise, Void Moon, Sev Lezu, Besjarlsen, Exumer, Coward Kill Coward, Unholy Redeemer, Immiserator, Ninth Realm, Perpetual Paradox, and Dream Well.

🔥 Album of Last Week: Speed Stroke

If you're looking for new underground metal and rock to add to your playlist, this is one of our biggest episodes yet. Crank it up and discover some new bands!

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This week, we’re digging into a massive batch of new underground rock and metal releases, with 14 bands and albums featured in one jam-packed episode! From heavy and extreme sounds to thrash, doom, death metal and beyond, there is plenty of new music to discover.

This episode features new releases from Earthlore, Prevailer, A Cold Paradise, Void Moon, Sev Lezu, Besjarlsen, Exumer, Coward Kill Coward, Unholy Redeemer, Immiserator, Ninth Realm, Perpetual Paradox, and Dream Well.

🔥 Album of Last Week: Speed Stroke

If you're looking for new underground metal and rock to add to your playlist, this is one of our biggest episodes yet. Crank it up and discover some new bands!

🤘 ALL HUMAN MUSIC ONLY.