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January 19, 2024 Episode 280: Acid Age: Jude McIlwaine (Guitars/Vocals) of the Antrim based thrash band talks about preparations for the two new Acid Age releases.
It was a pleasure to welcome back Jude McIlwaine (guitarist/vocals) of three piece thrash inferno Acid Age to the podcast. The band have had a busy 2023 gig wise with the culmination of recording a live concert in Belfast in December 2023, along with that there's an upcoming studio release for fans to sink their teeth into for 2024. Myself and Joe of Gama Bomb get some updates on the both releases that are currently being readied in the Acid Age camp, we talk about the development of Judes new finger picking style, a possible change in vocal delivery, new music and we delve into a few of our favourite thrash acts in this jam packed episode. As always please make sure you're SUBSCRIBED to both the YouTube channel and podcast for more episodes like this. Thanks, Richie.
Acid Age link:
https://acidage.bandcamp.com/music
Song played:
My Wretched Womb © Acid Age, all rights reserved.
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1 hr 16 min
January 16, 2024 Episode 279: Rough Justice: James (Vocals) & Elliot (Guitar) talk to Letty about their new debut LP 'Faith In Vain' and about the Hardcore scene in Sheffield.
James Tippett (Vocals) & Elliot Reynolds (Guitar) of Sheffield Hardcore band Rough Justice talk to Letty about their debut full length 'Faith In Vain' released on January the 12th this year. A semi-discography, the record is interwoven with violent, impactful and introspective material that gives Faith In Vain a unique feel and encapsulates what Rough Justice is all about. The lads talk about the UK hardcore scene, go into details about the recording of 'Faith In Vain' and as huge metal fans, the band has subconsciously introduced more sophisticated guitar parts and structures, without departing from the straightforward heaviness that has maintained their popularity since their inception. The band themselves didn't target a specific sound or set of influences while writing the record which is arguably what makes it difficult to compare with much else. Faith In Vain is a showcase of unique song structures and riffs that highlight the band's progression as songwriters without ever losing sight of their hardcore sensibilities. Please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube Channel if you want to see more interviews like this. Thanks.
Rough Justice Links:
https://mlvltd.bandcamp.com/album/faith-in-vain
https://mlvltd.com/collections/rough-justice
Song played:
Faith In Vain © Rough Justice, all rights reserved.
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23 min
January 12, 2024 Episode 278: Chemical Addiction: Dan (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Ben (Vocals/Guitar) & Moe (Bass) of the alt rock/grunge band talk us through their brilliant EP 'Backburner'.
It was a pleasure to welcome Dan Pearson (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Ben Keating (Vocals/Guitar) & Moe Curtain (Bass) of Chemical Addiction to the podcast. The Kilkenny four-piece with Daire Nolan on Drums released an incredible EP called 'Backburner' in 2023, which was the culmination of many years of touring and releasing singles.
Here's Pat O'Regan of The Smashing Skull Sessions take on it: 'There are many grunge tribute bands out there plying their trade, and good luck to them all, but if you want to savor the grunge experience properly, why not absorb it through original music and from a band that are playing at a very high level. Backburner is a slab of alternative rock that will appeal to many tastes. It has a bite to it and an energy emanating from it, that’s downright infectious.'
Myself and Evan another Kilkenny native and ex-member chat with Dan, Ben and Dublin native Moe about the formation of the band, some legendary venues and gigs, we do a track by track walk through of the EP and some hilarious stories all add to one of my favorite interviews in the last few months.
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Band Link:
https://www.facebook.com/chemicaladdictionkk
All songs played © Chemical Addiction, all rights reserved.
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1 hr 1 min
January 05, 2024 Episode 277: Crossfire: Conor (Bassist), Dan (Drums)& Matt (Guitarist) of the Dublin Thrash band talk about their long awaited riff loaded debut LP 'Switch to Reset'.
It was a pleasure to welcome Conor Jordan (Bassist), Dan O'Connor (Drums)& Matt O'Brien (Guitarist) of Dublin Thrashers Crossfire on to the show. The band along with Kevin O’Connor-Conroy (Vocals/Guitars) formed in 2012, and have established their reputation as one of Ireland’s premier thrash metal bands, utilizing a mix of sci-fi and horror-inspired lyricism and imagery with their own blend of the progressive ambition of old school metal with the aggression and intensity of modern thrash metal.
Myself and Joe of Gama Bomb talk to the lads about their savage debut release 'Switch To Reset', signing to WormholeDeath Records, song-writing and riffage, gigs, the history of the band and many more subjects on this episode. There's plenty of great stories and craic also; check out Crossfire on the link below and please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel if you haven't already.
https://crossfirethrash.bandcamp.com/album/switch-to-reset
Songs played:
Switch To Reset © Crossfire, all rights reserved.
Who Goes There? © Crossfire, all rights reserved.
Prometheus © Crossfire, all rights reserved.
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1 hr 2 min
January 03, 2024 Episode 276: Have Mercy: Andrew (Guitars) & Nick (Bass)of the four-piece indie rock band from Baltimore, Maryland chat about the history of their band & their new album 'Numb'.
Have Mercy are a four-piece indie rock band from Baltimore, Maryland. Influenced by a variety of post-hardcore and emo acts, singer/guitarist Brian Swindle, guitarist Andrew Johnson, bassist Nick Woolford, and drummer Todd Wallace released their first EP, My Oldest Friend, in early 2012. The band went on to release one more ep and four albums before splitting up on 2019 due to founding member and former drummer Aaron Alt sadly passing away. On August 26, 2022, Have Mercy released a self-titled EP containing seven new songs and they released their latest album 'Numb' in late 2023. Letty chats to Andrew about the recording of 'Numb', tours and the history of the band. Nick jumps in at the end to talk about his favorite releases this year and offers advice on anyone starting a new band. Please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel.
Have Mercy link:
https://www.ruderecords.com/pages/have-mercy
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38 min
December 29, 2023 Episode 275: Crimson Butchery. John Roche (Guitars/Bass/Music) & Red Corcoran (Vocals) of the Death Metal band talk about their latest killer release 'Repulsive Exhibition'.
It was a pleasure to welcome John Roche ( (Guitars/Bass/Music) & Red Corcoran (Vocals) of Death Metal band Crimson Butchery on the show. They have released absolute killer death metal infused album 'Repulsive Exhibition' in Sept 2023, which made No.6 in The Metal Cell Podcast's album of the Year list. Myself and Evan talk to the Kilkenny duo about the formation of the band, previous bands they have been in, getting in Kevin Talley ex Dying Fetus, Misery Index in as the session drummer and recording new material for another release in 2024. This was a great episode to catch up with Red & John as both have been on already under their previous bands; Red with Necrotized and John with Gama Bomb. Hope you enjoy the episode, please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel. Check out Crimson Butchery here:
https://crimsonbutchery.bandcamp.com
Songs played:
Mors Ontologica © Crimson Butchery, all rights reserved.
Necropolis Abortum © Crimson Butchery, all rights reserved.
Regurgitated Genitals © Crimson Butchery, all rights reserved.
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57 min
December 22, 2023 Episode 274: As December Falls: Ande Hunter & Timmy Francis talk to Letty about their band, tours & latest album.
As December Falls are a four piece, female-fronted band from Nottingham, UK. The line up consists of Bethany Curtis (Vocals), Ande Hunter (Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals), Timmy Francis (Rhythm Guitar) and Lukas James (drums). Their self-titled debut album was released on February 8, 2019, with their style being a mixture of rock, pop punk. As December Falls are now delving into a more heavier sound and are creating serious waves amongst the music press both in the UK and abroad. Their brilliant new album 'Join The Club' came out the 21st of July in 2023 and the band have already played Download and announced for the mainstage of Slam Dunk 2024.
Letty met with Ande (Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals) & Tim (Rhythm Guitar) in Dublin on 03 December, before they hit the stage at The Grand Social, to talk about their latest release, the above mentioned 'Join The Club', the bands formation and their favourite releases of 2023.
Please 'SUBSCRIBE' to our channel if you enjoyed this episode. Thanks!
Band link:
https://www.asdecemberfalls.com
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23 min
December 16, 2023 Episode 273: The Metal Cell Forums 'Best of Irish Metal 2023' Part 2.
Myself, Danielle, Evan, Joe, Howard and Letty picked out all our favorite highlights of yet another amazing year in the Irish Metal Scene! This episode was pre-recorded on the 11.12.23 as a Live Facebook Stream on The Metal Cell Facebook page.
There was absolutely loads of releases, gigs and activity in our scene in 2023 so it really was something to celebrate, so join us in Part 2 of the podcast as we try to figure out who impressed us the most in the various categories listed below.
FULL LIST OF THE METAL CELL BEST OF 2023 CATEGORIES.
• BEST ALBUM:
• BEST EP:
• BEST SINGLE:
• Best Irish Metal band:
• Best artwork album/E.P:
• Best New Act:
• Best Solo Artist Ep/Album:
• Best Live performance:
• Best Venue & Promoter:
• Best merch t-shirt/hoodie:
• Best Video:
• Best comeback band/album/performance:
• Best social media:
• Best International album:
• MVP of The Irish Metal Scene:
As always I want to thank my listeners throughout the year and please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel if you enjoyed the show!
supportyourlocalmetalscene
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46 min
December 16, 2023 Episode 272: The Metal Cell Forums 'Best of Irish Metal 2023' Part 1.
Myself, Danielle, Evan, Joe, Howard and Letty picked out all our favorite highlights of yet another amazing year in the Irish Metal Scene! This episode was pre-recorded on the 11.12.23 as a Live Facebook Stream on The Metal Cell Facebook page.
There was absolutely loads of releases, gigs and activity in our scene in 2023 so it really was something to celebrate, so join us in Part 1 of the podcast as we try to figure out who impressed us the most in the various categories listed below.
FULL LIST OF THE METAL CELL BEST OF 2023 CATEGORIES.
• BEST ALBUM:
• BEST EP:
• BEST SINGLE:
• Best Irish Metal band:
• Best artwork album/E.P:
• Best New Act:
• Best Solo Artist Ep/Album:
• Best Live performance:
• Best Venue & Promoter:
• Best merch t-shirt/hoodie:
• Best Video:
• Best comeback band/album/performance:
• Best social media:
• Best International album:
• MVP of The Irish Metal Scene:
As always I want to thank my listeners throughout the year and please 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel if you enjoyed the show!
supportyourlocalmetalscene
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1 hr 5 min
December 15, 2023 Episode 271: 12 Gauge Outrage: Richie, Ciaran, Bryan & Mike join me to talk about their latest killer EP Sirens and future plans in 2024.
It was a pleasure to welcome Richie Harpur (Guitars), Ciaran Foley (Guitars & Lead Vocals) Bryan Steacy (Bass/Backing Vocals) and Mike Howlin (Drums) of 12 Gauge Outrage, purveyors of killer Metal from the southeast of Ireland! The lads join me on the show to talk about their excellent latest EP 'Sirens' (ranked at number 7 in The Metal Cell Best of 2023). We also talked about the recording of their live album which will be released in 2024, the Metal Scene when they started out, setting up their own promotion company and there's plenty of shout outs to some of their favourite bands! Hope you enjoy the show, if you did please hit 'SUBSCRIBE' to The Metal Cell YouTube channel.
12 Gauge Outrage link:
https://12gaugeoutrage.bandcamp.com
Songs played:
Control © 12 Gauge Outrage, all rights reserved.
The Hanged Man © 12 Gauge Outrage, all rights reserved.
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1 hr 20 min

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