The Kevin Powell Podcast

Taylor Roberts, guitarist for Taproot, joins me at Inkarceration Festival to talk about the band’s comeback, their latest album Scissors, and what it feels like going from attending the festival as a fan to now playing the main stage. Taylor opens up about Steve’s recovery after a serious accident, shares insight into Taproot’s future plans including a possible Gift 25th anniversary show, and reflects on the resurgence of nu-metal with bands like Mudvayne, Spineshank, and Kittie returning stronger than ever. We also dive into his other project, Riding With Killers, and how his love for EDM festivals and different genres inspires his creativity. Taproot is back, and Taylor gives us a glimpse of what’s ahead.

Chris Fronzak of Attila joins me at Inkarceration Festival to talk about the band’s wild new album, why they’ve stayed independent, and his unfiltered thoughts on the current state of metal. We also dive into his life off stage—from racing Porsches at Daytona to crazy tour stories and pre-show rituals. If you love raw, honest interviews with your favorite artists, this one is a must-watch!

Day three of Inkarceration Festival was a storm of chaos for A Killer’s Confession frontman, Waylon Reavis. Rain delays, last-minute stage changes, and a mile-long move didn’t stop the show from happening.
 
In this exclusive interview, Waylon shares:
✅ The behind-the-scenes chaos at Incarceration
✅ Why festivals are a love-hate situation
✅ Upcoming album Victim 2 (drops Sept 19)
✅ What’s next for A Killer’s Confession

Kat Von D and Sammi Doll join Kevin Powell to talk about their first big tour supporting In This Moment, creating their dark electronic sound, and why leaving Hollywood for a small town changed everything.
 
They also share upcoming plans for a Mexico run, a third album, and a major collaboration project. Plus, Kat and Sammy give real advice for aspiring musicians about touring, adaptability, and doing everything with conviction.

I sat down with Nick Wolf of Oceans On Other Planets (aka OOPS) to talk about their explosive first year—150k+ streams, touring with Taproot, and their mission to reinvent modern alt-rock with a mix of heavy riffs, electronic beats, and raw emotion.
 
We get into band origins, festival dreams, and even joke about the “Oops, I Did It Again” World Tour. 🤘
 
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🔥 Dry Kill Logic brings the HEAVY back!

Fresh off their set at Incarceration Festival, Clint talks new single Now You Belong With the Dead, Aftershock Festival plans, and how the band’s approach to writing has evolved after 20 years.
 
💬 “Stay flexible on the journey, but stubborn about the destination.”
 
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🎤 Of Virtue joins the podcast straight from Incarceration Fest!

Fresh off their high-energy set, Damon and Ryan talk about playing alongside Slipknot and Marilyn Manson, the thrill of getting that “you’re on the lineup” email, and what makes Danny Wimmer Presents festivals so smooth for artists. 

The guys share stories about last-minute festival invites, debuting a brand-new song on tour, and hitting over 50 MILLION streams — plus their ambitious goal to reach a billion. They also open up about their connection to mental health, creating safe spaces for fans (even in the middle of a wall of death), and the advice they’d give to bands dreaming of these big festival stages.

Join me as I talk to the creator of Inkcarceration Festival - Daniel Janssen! Dan talks about how how took over the old "Ink In The Clink", formed it into Inkcarceration, almost quitting the music business entirely and more. There's great content here for fans of the festival and bands wanting to one day perform.

🔥 Dive into the latest episode of the Kevin Powell Podcast featuring Silent Theory!

Join Kevin as he chats with Dakota, George, and Bob about their experience playing the Incarceration Festival 2025, the evolving festival layouts, their current tour, and the challenges and joys of life on the road. 

🤘 Plus, get exclusive advice from the band for up-and-coming artists grinding it out in the music world. Whether you’re a fan of rock, metal, or alternative, this episode is packed with insight, stories, and good vibes.
 
🎸 Don’t miss the fun “theory” band talk and a sneak peek at their new music plans!

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🔥 The Union Underground is BACK — and louder than ever. In this episode, we sit down with original members Patrick Kennison and Josh Memelo to talk about their explosive return to the stage, new music in the works, and what it feels like to bring the chaos back 25 years after …An Education in Rebellion took over the airwaves.

We cover everything from: • Why the time was finally right to return • What fans can expect from the new era of Union Underground • Their pyro-packed live shows and upcoming tour dates • Advice for young rock bands navigating today’s music industry • Their love-hate relationship with fame, nu-metal labels, and the business of rock

💥 Whether you grew up listening to "Across The Nation" (like me) on Monday Night RAW or you’re discovering them for the first time — this interview is packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else. 🎙️ Subscribe for more interviews with your favorite rock and metal artists!

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