The Distorted Dialogue Podcast

On this episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, West Virginia natives Byzantine, drop in to discuss their new album Harbingers. The name of the band says it all, as it is with great difficulty I find it to be to pin what kind of style of metal this is, other than kick ass! We also discuss playing shows, the writing process, and so much more. I can't tell you everything, other wise you wouldn't watch, right? I couldn't have had more fun talking with them, unless it was at their show, as I have eagerly waited for the release of this album. A dynamic sound, with layers upon layers of intricacies and heaviness woven together into one unique and organic sound. I cannot stop listening to the lead single, Floating Chrysanthemum, so I am going to head over now and check it out, and you should too. The craziest part about their songs, no matter how many times you listen to it, you discover something new! Mixing technical death metal, with progressive metal, melodic death metal, and so, so much more. Such a complicated sound, they literally named their band about it. Crazy? I know, right! So you gotta give it a try.

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On this episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, West Virginia natives Byzantine, drop in to discuss their new album Harbingers. The name of the band says it all, as it is with great difficulty I find it to be to pin what kind of style of metal this is, other than kick ass! We also discuss playing shows, the writing process, and so much more. I can't tell you everything, other wise you wouldn't watch, right? I couldn't have had more fun talking with them, unless it was at their show, as I have eagerly waited for the release of this album. A dynamic sound, with layers upon layers of intricacies and heaviness woven together into one unique and organic sound. I cannot stop listening to the lead single, Floating Chrysanthemum, so I am going to head over now and check it out, and you should too. The craziest part about their songs, no matter how many times you listen to it, you discover something new! Mixing technical death metal, with progressive metal, melodic death metal, and so, so much more. Such a complicated sound, they literally named their band about it. Crazy? I know, right! So you gotta give it a try.

Have your music reviewed at:https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA —Groover Profile LinkWelcome to the Metal Institute of Thrashology! The go to hub for metal, hardcore, rock, and punk enthusiasts! Join our community dedicated to educating and collaborating with one another on everything related to these epic genres. From exhilarating concert experiences to in depth reviews, album discussions, gear reviews, and breaking news updates. Our channel is your destination for all things music. Let’s amplify our knowledge, share our love for music, and ignite our collective passions for the raw energy that defines these incredible genres!

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Have your music reviewed at:https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA —Groover Profile LinkWelcome to the Metal Institute of Thrashology! The go to hub for metal, hardcore, rock, and punk enthusiasts! Join our community dedicated to educating and collaborating with one another on everything related to these epic genres. From exhilarating concert experiences to in depth reviews, album discussions, gear reviews, and breaking news updates. Our channel is your destination for all things music. Let’s amplify our knowledge, share our love for music, and ignite our collective passions for the raw energy that defines these incredible genres!SUBSCRIBE now, and let’s grow this community together!

On this episode of the Distorted Dialogue podcast, we sit down with Richie Cavalera, founding member and frontman of the groove and thrash metal band Incite. Incite takes two of my favorite genres of metal, Groove and Thrash, cuts off the fat and jams into your ears with force. A unique twist on both, Incite had be banging my head and throwing horns in the air, as I listened to their latest singles, Just A Rat, No Mercy No Forgiveness, and my favorite so far, Dolores. We discuss a ton of topics, to include the three new singles, the latest album, Savage New Times, August 15, 2025, and I can't wait. Following up the successes of their 2022 album, Wake Up Dead, Incite use different tempos, different instruments and a different approach to their writing and growth.We also discussed their appearances on the Summer Slaughter Tour, hosted by Hatebreed's Jamey Jasta, being on Reigning Phoenix Records and also being the son of the legendary Gloria Cavalera, one of the First Ladies of thrash, who kicked ass and took names all over the globe! I really enjoyed this chat, but honestly, not as much as I enjoyed their music. You guys know riffs are my favorite thing!!! All jokes aside, Richie was an awesome guest, and I hope there is more coming from their camp soon, and make sure you snag a copy of their latest album, Savage New Times. The title says it all, and by the sounds of the content, these will be some truly savage moments coming up with Incite! Special thanks to Richie Cavalera, for taking time out of his busy as schedule to talk to me, and thank to the crew at C Squared music for setting this up.

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This episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, we welcome Portuguese metal band Miss Lava, to discuss the Portuguese metal scene, the history of the band, opening for the legendary Graveyard and of course, their newest full length, Under A Black Sun. Mixing together elements of Doom metal, some Psych sounds, stoner rock and other genres of heavy, to make one kick ass album. If your fans of rock or metal this is for you, and especially if your fans of Kyuss, Mastodon, Electric Wizard and other similar sounding bands. They also blend in some fuzz, some rock and roll, and maybe a side order of HEAVY, to create such a delicious sound, my ears are watering as this plays. So glad I got to sit down and find out what all went in crafting these sweet sounds known as Under A Black Sun. A well written album, that feels just as much as a journey to the cosmos, as it does a killer metal album. A bit darker than their previous works, but still has plenty of brightness enclosed. A solid release, find out now what all went into creating it! 🎙️ Distorted Dialogue | A Podcast from The Metal Institute of Thrashology 🤘

Welcome to Distorted Dialogue, the official podcast of The Metal Institute of Thrashology — where riffs meet ridiculousness and academia bows before the almighty arpeggio.

Each episode dives deep, headfirst into the chaotic realms of metal, punk, hardcore, and beyond with band members, scene lifers, and other unholy scholars of sound. Expect unfiltered, uncensored conversations, deep dives into underground music, and enough sarcasm and sonic blasphemy to earn us a few detention sessions in hell.

Whether it is Thrash or Metalcore, Doom to Death and everything in between, if it’s heavy chances are you can find it here. Interviews with artists, tech’s, and other members of the music industry, nothing is off limits, and same goes for the chats! Rather than a boring rapid fire of the same old questions everyone asks, I’d rather have a cool conversation that feels more like a hangout, rather than a pretentious business meeting. It’s METAL, let’s have some FUN! 

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This episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, we welcome Portuguese metal band Miss Lava, to discuss the Portuguese metal scene, the history of the band, opening for the legendary Graveyard and of course, their newest full length, Under A Black Sun. Mixing together elements of Doom metal, some Psych sounds, stoner rock and other genres of heavy, to make one kick ass album. If your fans of rock or metal this is for you, and especially if your fans of Kyuss, Mastodon, Electric Wizard and other similar sounding bands. They also blend in some fuzz, some rock and roll, and maybe a side order of HEAVY, to create such a delicious sound, my ears are watering as this plays. So glad I got to sit down and find out what all went in crafting these sweet sounds known as Under A Black Sun. A well written album, that feels just as much as a journey to the cosmos, as it does a killer metal album. A bit darker than their previous works, but still has plenty of brightness enclosed. A solid release, find out now what all went into creating it!
🎙️ Distorted Dialogue | A Podcast from The Metal Institute of Thrashology 🤘

Welcome to Distorted Dialogue, the official podcast of The Metal Institute of Thrashology — where riffs meet ridiculousness and academia bows before the almighty arpeggio.

Each episode dives deep, headfirst into the chaotic realms of metal, punk, hardcore, and beyond with band members, scene lifers, and other unholy scholars of sound. Expect unfiltered, uncensored conversations, deep dives into underground music, and enough sarcasm and sonic blasphemy to earn us a few detention sessions in hell.

Whether it is Thrash or Metalcore, Doom to Death and everything in between, if it’s heavy chances are you can find it here. Interviews with artists, tech’s, and other members of the music industry, nothing is off limits, and same goes for the chats! Rather than a boring rapid fire of the same old questions everyone asks, I’d rather have a cool conversation that feels more like a hangout, rather than a pretentious business meeting. It’s METAL, let’s have some FUN! 

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On this episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast we welcome the Doom and folk mixture known as Buzzard. Half part Protest songs, half part Black Sabbath, half part kick ass, never mind the math, Buzzard is killer. Poignant simplicity with the writing prowess of the legends, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and David Crosby while putting the distorted doom riffs from more legends, Tony Iommi, Richie Blackmore and other distorted, doom shredders. With thought provoking lyrics and relevant takes on the modern world, Buzzard has pecked my ears clean. So glad that the one man Chris, behind the band, stopped by to talk about his newest release, Mean Bone, the influences on him that helped shape this sound, and so much more.

We had several topics lined up to chat about, however we never made it to any of them, so maybe we should do this again! Check out Buzzard and their newest release Mean Bone, it is simplicity and perfection. Special thanks to Chris, as I know he is busy as hell, with everyone raving over this album!

Welcome to The Metal Institute of Thrashology—where the curriculum is brutal, the riffs are relentless, and the only thing we take seriously is the art of not taking things too seriously. As the leading (and only) institution dedicated to the scholarly pursuit of headbanging, we blend metal mastery with offbeat humor and a business mindset sharper than a freshly tuned axe. Whether you're here to study the sacred texts of thrash or just looking for a laugh between mosh pits, consider yourself officially enrolled. Class is in session—now raise those horns and pay attention!

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On this episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast we welcome the Doom and folk mixture known as Buzzard. Half part Protest songs, half part Black Sabbath, half part kick ass, never mind the math, Buzzard is killer. Poignant simplicity with the writing prowess of the legends, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and David Crosby while putting the distorted doom riffs from more legends, Tony Iommi, Richie Blackmore and other distorted, doom shredders. With thought provoking lyrics and relevant takes on the modern world, Buzzard has pecked my ears clean. So glad that the one man Chris, behind the band, stopped by to talk about his newest release, Mean Bone, the influences on him that helped shape this sound, and so much more.

We had several topics lined up to chat about, however we never made it to any of them, so maybe we should do this again! Check out Buzzard and their newest release Mean Bone, it is simplicity and perfection. Special thanks to Chris, as I know he is busy as hell, with everyone raving over this album!

Welcome to The Metal Institute of Thrashology—where the curriculum is brutal, the riffs are relentless, and the only thing we take seriously is the art of not taking things too seriously. As the leading (and only) institution dedicated to the scholarly pursuit of headbanging, we blend metal mastery with offbeat humor and a business mindset sharper than a freshly tuned axe. Whether you're here to study the sacred texts of thrash or just looking for a laugh between mosh pits, consider yourself officially enrolled. Class is in session—now raise those horns and pay attention!

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This Episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast brought to you by the Metal Institute of Thrashology, welcomes founding member of Cirith Ungol, drummer Robert Garvin. Fresh off of the release of Cirith Ungol's latest effort Live at The Roxy, on Metal Blade Records, Robert tells us why they chose the Roxy, what it was like recording the live album and the differences in the recording process from when they first began in the early 1970's to what it has became today. Robert talked about so many interesting topics. He spoke about how awesome Metal Blade Records has been to the band, touring the Paiste factory, influence of literature has on Cirith Ungol's writing and more. If you can't tell, I had a blast talking to him and was so appreciative of the time he took to swing by.

🎙️ Distorted Dialogue | A Podcast from The Metal Institute of Thrashology 🤘Welcome to Diabolical Dialogue, the official podcast of The Metal Institute of Thrashology — where riffs meet ridiculousness and academia bows before the almighty arpeggio.Each episode dives deep, headfirst into the chaotic realms of metal, punk, hardcore, and beyond with band members, scene lifers, and other unholy scholars of sound. Expect unfiltered, uncensored conversations, deep dives into underground music, and enough sarcasm and sonic blasphemy to earn us a few detention sessions in hell.

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This Episode of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast brought to you by the Metal Institute of Thrashology, welcomes founding member of Cirith Ungol, drummer Robert Garvin. Fresh off of the release of Cirith Ungol's latest effort Live at The Roxy, on Metal Blade Records, Robert tells us why they chose the Roxy, what it was like recording the live album and the differences in the recording process from when they first began in the early 1970's to what it has became today. Robert talked about so many interesting topics. He spoke about how awesome Metal Blade Records has been to the band, touring the Paiste factory, influence of literature has on Cirith Ungol's writing and more. If you can't tell, I had a blast talking to him and was so appreciative of the time he took to swing by.

🎙️ Distorted Dialogue | A Podcast from The Metal Institute of Thrashology 🤘Welcome to Diabolical Dialogue, the official podcast of The Metal Institute of Thrashology — where riffs meet ridiculousness and academia bows before the almighty arpeggio.Each episode dives deep, headfirst into the chaotic realms of metal, punk, hardcore, and beyond with band members, scene lifers, and other unholy scholars of sound. Expect unfiltered, uncensored conversations, deep dives into underground music, and enough sarcasm and sonic blasphemy to earn us a few detention sessions in hell.

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