How We got Banned from Arch Enemy Concerts Metal Blast 2026-09-30 | How We got Banned from Arch Enemy Concerts
The Dark Side of Business - Carnifex interview with Scott Ian Lewis Metal Blast 2023-10-08 | For an edited transcript with additional sources check: metalblast.net/interviews/carnifex_2023 A new interview with Scott Ian Lewis of Carnifex, where we discuss merch rates, Live Nation, the difficulties of the music business, and comic books.SUPPORT US on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.netmetalblast.substack.comhttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================
Tourlife, Sexlife, and Wildlife: A Backstage interview with Devin Townsend Metal Blast 2023-07-24 | A new interview with the one and only Devin Townsend (a.k.a. Ziltoid the Omniscient, a.k.a. HevyDevy). We discuss his upcoming epic project of The Moth, fame, touring after COVID, and much more. Get Devin's Music here: devin-townsend.lnk.to/LightworkSUPPORT US on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.nethttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================
Alma Alizadeh Interview - Making For I Am Kings heaviest album Metal Blast 2023-02-02 | READ THE TRANSCRIPT (soon!) AND STAY UP TO DATE: metalblast.substack.comTIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with the amazing Dutch-Iranian singer Alma Alizadeh of For I Am King. We discuss their new album "Crown", invading the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, and how to perform under horrible heat while dealing with a the worst hangover of your life. -- VISIT US- http://metalblast.substack.com- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine
A Godless Hermit - An Interview with Fernando Ribeiro of Moonspell Metal Blast 2022-11-14 | READ THE TRANSCRIPT AND STAY UP TO DATE: metalblast.substack.com/p/meditating-reptiles?sd=pfTIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with the multi-talented Fernando Ribeiro, singer and founder of Moonspell. We discusstheir latest live album, “From Down Below – Live 80 Meters Deep”, recorded in Portugal's Grutas de Mira de Aire. We also discuss the early days of Moonspell, how to combine being a dad and a rockstar, and have a very interesting conversation about atheism, secularism, and the role of metal in society. -- VISIT US- http://metalblast.substack.com- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine
The Satanic Verses, Blasphemy, and the Stabbing of Salman Rushdie Metal Blast 2022-10-16 | TRANSCRIPT COMING SOONSTAY UP TO DATE: metalblast.substack.comTIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/DonateVideo on the Satanic Verses Affair, the stabbing of Salman Rushdie, and the current state of free expression. --Background music: youtube.com/watch?v=DMqbFMH9l44youtube.com/watch?v=TVleYU7NxY8
Hammer King Interview - Titan Fox in Service of the King Metal Blast 2022-10-01 | STAY UP TO DATE: metalblast.substack.comTIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with Titan Fox V, the singer and guitarist of HAMMER KING. Their new album, "Kingdemonium" is out now via @napalmrecords !-- VISIT US- http://metalblast.substack.com- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine
Meditating Reptiles - An Interview with Karl Sanders Metal Blast 2022-07-30 | READ THE TRANSCRIPT AND STAY UP TO DATE: metalblast.substack.com/p/meditating-reptiles?sd=pfTIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with Karl Sanders, the legendary founder and guitarist of Nile, who just released a solo record, Saurian Apocalypse, on @napalmrecords.-- VISIT US- http://metalblast.substack.com- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine
Chillout out of Pain - An Interview with My Sleeping Karma Metal Blast 2022-07-24 | TRANSCRIPT: metalblast.substack.com/p/chillout-out-of-painTIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with Matte, bassist of My Sleeping Karma to discuss the struggle of the last couple of years, as well as Atma, their long-awaited new album. The story behind the making of this album (which ended up being written 3 times!) is a painful and fascinating story, so make sure to check it out! VISIT US- http://metalblast.substack.com- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine
Satan & The Fight for Human Rights - Interview with Lucien Greaves Metal Blast 2022-07-13 | TRANSCRIPT AND ADDITIONAL SOURCES: metalblast.substack.com/p/the-satanic-fight-for-human-rightsTIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with Lucien Greaves, co-founder and spokesperson of the Satanic Temple. We discussed the legal fights in which TST has been involved, the controversies surrounding the Temple, and the future of modern Satanism. Sources:On TST:Joseph Laycock's book "Speak of the Devil": amzn.to/3ceRf48Hail Satan? documentary: amzn.to/3yEGH5wOn the Satanic Panic:"Satan's Silence": amzn.to/3P7fBen"We Believe the Children": amzn.to/3P4rUrTES v. Austria (hate speech conviction confirmed by the EUHRC): https://globalfreedomofexpression.columbia.edu/cases/e-s-v-austria/For additional sources and background, subscribe to us on Substack! metalblast.substack.com/p/the-satanic-fight-for-human-rights--VISIT US- http://www.metalblast.net -http://metalblast.substack.com- Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine00:00 Cold Open00:08 Introduction 04:36 Useful resources07:45 Interview Begins07:50 What is TST?10:57 How is TST non-theistic?16:25 TST and individualism19:38 Origins of TST24:40 TST fights over public spaces29:36 Lawsuits re: After-School Satan Clubs39:32 Dangers of running TST42:38 TST and abortion47:50 "Trolls"?51:15 Free Speech 58:45 Diversity in TST01:01:55 TST Today01:06:30 Quackery & the Satanic Panic01:10:26 Accusations of Far-Right Sympathies01:21:00 Schisms in TST01:23:45 Lucien's role in TST
Wardruna - A conversation with Einar Selvik on history, secularism and white ravens Metal Blast 2022-05-27 | TIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with Einar Selvik, founder and singer of @wardruna (and formerly of Gorgoroth!) to discuss The First Flight of the White Raven, his collaboration with Ivar Bjornson in Skuggsja, and the need for a strong secularism in Norway. VISIT US- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineINDEX: 00:00 Cold Open01:16 Life under COVID02:00 Kvitravn in hindsight03:19 First Flight of the White Raven livestream / release10:20 Skuggsja and collaboration with Ivar Bjornson16:30 (Black) Metal as part of Norwegian history19:20 Secularism (or lack thereof) in the Norwegian Constitution21:45 Being back on stage.
Should you listen to bad peoples music? Metal Blast 2022-05-16 | TIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--Some comments on the idea of "cancelling" the music of criminals, abusers, and generally bad people. @LoudwireMusic 's editorial: loudwire.com/opinion-separating-art-from-artistArticle on music by abusers and criminals: metalblast.net/blog/streaming-neverland-how-do-we-deal-with-the-music-of-abusersmanAccusations of abuse against Marilyn Manson: billboard.com/music/music-news/timeline-abuse-allegations-marilyn-manson-9523386Defamation lawsuit by Manson denying accusations: drive.google.com/file/u/1/d/1LloIWMJrefKSGZ_pfErcaOggmVIYckrd/viewThe "A Rape on Campus" disaster: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Rape_on_Campus--VISIT US- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineIntro song by bensound.com
Interview: The way of Udo Dirkschneider Metal Blast 2022-05-01 | TIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with Udo Dirkschneider, the legendary German singer (U.D.O., ex-@ACCEPTTUBE and more!) to discuss "My Way" (out now via @AtomicFireRecords), his new (solo) cover album.And yes, we do talk about Accept. VISIT US- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineIntro song by bensound.com
More female role-models! - Sonia Anubis of Cobra Spell Metal Blast 2022-04-15 | TIPS AND PATREON: metalblast.net/Donate--We met with @SoniaAnubis of @CobraSpell (ex @CryptaOfficial and @burningwitches2370) to discuss "Anthems of the Night", Cobra Spell's newest release, Sonia's origin story, and the importance of getting more women to play heavy metal.VISIT US- http://www.metalblast.net - http://substack.metalblast.net (Currently under construction)- Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineIntro song by bensound.com
War of the Worlds: An Interview with Michael Romeo Metal Blast 2022-03-21 | PATREON & TIPS: metalblast.net/donate--Michael Romeo is the guitarist and founder of the legendary progressive metal band @SymphonyX. And if that wasn't enough, he's about to release his second solo album "War of the Worlds: Part 2".VISIT US- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineIntro song by bensound.com
Black Metal Feminism with DÆMONESQ Metal Blast 2022-03-11 | PATREON & TIPS: metalblast.net/donate--DÆMONESQ Interview!Daemonesq are a German black metal band that just released their debut EP, the "The Beauty of Letting Go".Since they label themselves as "Satanic Feminist Black Metal", and their singer and lyricist is an academic with a wide knowledge of precisely that topic, I knew that I had to have this conversation.VISIT US- http://www.metalblast.net - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineVISIT DAEMONESQ- facebook.com/daemonesq - instagram.com/daemonesq.official- daemonesq.comIntro song by bensound.com
Too Old To Die Young: Hammerfalls Fredrik Larsson on Life, Family, and Hammer of Dawn Metal Blast 2022-03-02 | PATREON & TIPS: metalblast.net/donateWe met with Fredrik Larsson of @hammerfall to discuss Hammer of Dawn, their latest album (out now via @napalmrecords), touring life, family life, and how @Sabaton can make a dad cool. FOLLOW: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine--Our previous interview with Hammerfall's singer Joacim Cans: youtu.be/FbMneqbH6Yc--The Midi section at the end was taken from a video made by @TheHungarianCoverist (youtube.com/watch?v=0ebxuShEDxo)Intro song by bensound.comThe bassist comic is by Pencils at Dawn: pencilsatdawn.wordpress.com/2007/08/29/intersectionThe bass line is a segment from this video by Davie504: youtube.com/watch?v=Bzl3jz4cGyM
Ukrainian anti-war band 1914 on Putins Aggression Metal Blast 2022-02-26 | Snippet from my interview with 1914, discussing Russian aggression against UkraineFull interview: youtube.com/watch?v=lad8Wy9c8lc
Outlaw Scumfuc - The Life and Times of GG Allin Metal Blast 2022-02-22 | TIPS AND DONATIONS: metalblast.net/DonateWe met with Reid Chancellor, comic artist, and the author of Rock N' Roll Terrorist, a graphic novel about the life of the always infamous GG AllinFOLLOW: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineIntro music from bensound.com
The Eye of Stone: Interview with Amorphis Tomi Koivusaari Metal Blast 2022-02-17 | PATREON & TIPS: metalblast.net/donate--@amorphisofficial have just released their new album "Halo" (out now via @AtomicFireRecords ), so what better time to share my phone interview with founder and rhythm guitarist Tomi Koivusaari.Credits:The Brother Moon MIDI at the end of the video was made by @8BITCoverMaster youtube.com/watch?v=Irj_yYplvus Intro music: www.bensound.com00:00 Introduction01:30 Halo & Travel Restrictions04:00 Songwriting method05:55 Halo09:20 Kalevala and Kainulainen14:00 Early days of Amorphis17:00 Elegy & Musical Suicide19:00 Abhorrence & Death Metal23:00 Representative songs
Time Traveling with Arjen Lucassen Metal Blast 2022-02-13 | PATREON & TIPS: metalblast.net/donate-@ArjenALucassen is a Dutch multi-instrumentalist who, since 1980, has been an unstoppable creative force. His most recent work, Revel in Time (with his band Star One) will be released on February 18th by @insideoutmusic .Credit:The Ayreon MIDI at the end of the video was made by Brokenlogic18. youtube.com/watch?v=yElQhifGxpMIntro music: www.bensound.comINDEX00:00 Cold Open00:17 Introduction03:40 Dislike of live shows05:00 State of the concert industry06:14 Star One's Revel in Time08:50 Time Travel as an Inspiration11:50 Cast of Revel in Time15:40 Movies17:15 Arjen's Asocial Nature20:20 Music scores as inspiration23:15 Genius & Creativity31:00 Measuring Success34:00 Hearing loss37:30 What the future holds
Unkillable Soldier - A Chris Rörland Interview Metal Blast 2022-01-29 | PATREON & TIPS: metalblast.net/donate--Started in 1999, @Sabaton are a Swedish band focused on military history. With 9 studio albums already out, and with plenty of headlining world tours already under their belt, the band is getting ready to release The War to End All Wars, their 10th studio album, and the second that focuses exclusively on the First World War. I met with guitarist Chris Rörland to discuss all about this great album, as well as:- Replacing Manowar at Hellfest- Playing in occupied Crimea- Joining Sabaton- And more!More reading:Some of the topics I reference are from an interview I did with Pär about The Great War. You can check it here: metalblast.net/interviews/learning-about-war-an-interview-with-par-sundstrom-of-sabatonNotes:The Midi "Gott Mit Uns" section was taken from a video made by @TheHungarianCoverist (youtube.com/watch?v=X2cgdE5YR0w)Intro song by bensound.comINDEX00:00 Cold Open00:25 Introductions03:09 Playing EXIT festival in Serbia in 202106:00 Sabaton's cross-generational appeal07:16 Hair07:37 The War to End All Wars09:00 Making the album14:15 Sabaton's work 15:55 Fame17:45 Joining Sabaton & going Pro22:10 Replacing Manowar30:33 Relation with fans31:35 Playing in Occupied Ukraine33:00 The future
A Very Merry Moral Panic - Blaspheming Against Santa Metal Blast 2021-12-25 | SUPPORT US: metalblast.net/donate'Tis the time of the season! So we take a look at the controversy surrounding "Silent Night, Deadly Night", and how it fits in the history of moral panics.Merry Christmas and Happy holidays everyone!--FOLLOW: - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast and http://www.twitter.com/jmetalblast-Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineVISIT UShttp://www.metalblast.netSOURCES: --Article on the controversy surrounding the film: hysteria-lives.co.uk/silent_night_deadly_nightJane Mayer's article on Zero Dark Thirty: newyorker.com/news/news-desk/zero-conscience-in-zero-dark-thirtyPentagon Role in Top Gun: washingtonpost.com/opinions/25-years-later-remembering-how-top-gun-changed-americas-feelings-about-war/2011/08/15/gIQAU6qJgJ_story.htmlPentagon's Role in Top Gun 2: spyculture.com/weave-in-key-talking-points-pentagon-contract-for-top-gun-maverick@VICENews ' report on the CIA connections to Zero Dark Thirty vice.com/en/article/xw3ypa/tequila-painted-pearls-and-prada-how-the-cia-helped-produce-zero-dark-thirtyPakistan helping China against Uyghurs: thediplomat.com/2021/06/how-pakistan-is-helping-china-crack-down-on-uyghur-muslims Video about Nick Ut's Vietnam photos: youtube.com/watch?v=OFUFRl1sMNUPhotographic evidence of detainee torture by US occupation forces (*EXPLICIT LINK*NSFW*): wired.com/2008/03/gallery-abu-ghraib/?slide=1&slideView=9@axios interview with Imran Khan: youtube.com/watch?v=qyOtizDijQUAl Jazeera comments on the interview: aljazeera.com/news/2021/7/2/pakistan-imran-khan-china-uighursFootage of Billy's toy comes from @TheReviewSpot youtube.com/watch?v=7XKFYrz3mfg @GoodBadFlicks is a great channel about obscure films (especially horror). Their "Exploring" series are great, and you might like the one they did on this Christmas horror: youtube.com/watch?v=opcrXyLXlP0 --INDEX0:00 Introduction0:35 SPOILERS1:55 END OF SPOILERS 2:14 Protests3:58 Real Blood Money5:00 Pakistani moral panics7:05 The cost of moral panics9:30 The film at 379:58 Movie recommendations10:36 Closing
Acoustic Adventures with Tony Kakko of Sonata Arctica Metal Blast 2021-12-20 | SUPPORT US: metalblast.net/donate@sonataarctica are a Finnish metal band started in 1995 under the name Tricky Beans. With 10 studio albums in their discography, and a bunch of EPs and live albums to along with them, they are a legend in the power metal genre (though singer Tony Kakko would probably dislike that categorization!).Last week I met with Tony, the founder and singer of the band, to discuss their new album, "Acoustic Adventures Part I", and also to reflect on family, ageing, and maturity, when you're a touring musician, and Stratovarius' huge influence on Sonata Arctica.Note: The conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity)."Acoustic Adventures Part I" will be released on the 21st of January by Atomic Fire Records.Links:sonataarctica.infohttp://www.facebook.com/sonataarcticainstagram.com/sonataarcticaofficialtwitter.com/sonataarcticahttp://www.youtube.com/sonataarcticaINDEX0:00 Opening00:22 Life during the pandemic02:26 Family life as a musician05:30 Acoustic livestream & Acoustic adventures11:36 Next album13:40 Rearranging music16:00 Wolf & Raven21:00 Ageing25:00 Stratovarius' HUGE influence32:00 Other projects
Prison for music: an interview with Nikan Khosravi of Confess Metal Blast 2021-12-12 | SUPPORT US: metalblast.net/donateSUPPORT CONFESS: confessband.bandcamp.comAn interview with Nikan Khosravi, founder, guitarist and singer in the metal band Confess, and an Iranian political prisoner. After spending over a year in an Iranian prison for his anti-government music, Nikan left the country and received asylum in Norway, where he has continued his music career. He met with us to discuss the situation in Iran, and how metal speaks to the Iranian people. FOLLOW: - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast and http://www.twitter.com/jmetalblast-Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineVISIT UShttp://www.metalblast.netRESOURCES (more will be added)- UN Special rapporteur on Iran: ohchr.org/FR/NewsEvents/Pages/DisplayNews.aspx?NewsID=26862&LangID=E#main- Amnesty International report on Iran: amnesty.org/en/location/middle-east-and-north-africa/iran/report-iran- ICORN info on Nikan's case: icorn.org/writer/nikan-khosravi- Wiki article on Taqiyya: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taqiya- Article on solitary confinement as torture: jacobinmag.com/2021/04/solitary-confinement-halt-act-new-york- Jane Mayer on 24: youtube.com/watch?v=JTzVNtfknPQ - Jane Mayer's article on 24 and torture: newyorker.com/magazine/2007/02/19/whatever-it-takesINDEX00:00 Intro02:20 Growing up in Iran10:10 Apostasy12:20 Metal, Confess, & Repression32:10 Sentencing & Escape42:00 Iran targeting Iranian expats49:00 Propaganda
Women, Metal & Iran - The Oppression of Women by the Islamic Republic Metal Blast 2021-11-26 | SUPPORT US: metalblast.net/donateFULL FILM: youtube.com/watch?v=PiKbajo9WMgDISCLAIMER:This is an independent commentary of the film. It was made independently from the filmmakers, and its conclusions do not necessarily represent the views of anybody involved with the film. A video on the situation of women in Iran, through the prism of "Forbidden to See us Scream in Tehran", a short film about an Iranian female-fronted metal band. Desperate at their situation, they decide to report themselves to the police in order to get a good cause to receive asylum outside of Iran. FOLLOW: - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast and http://www.twitter.com/jmetalblast-Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineVISIT UShttp://www.metalblast.netRESOURCES (more will be added)- UN Special rapporteur on Iran: ohchr.org/FR/NewsEvents/Pages/DisplayNews.aspx?NewsID=26862&LangID=E#main- WPS Index 2021/2022: https://giwps.georgetown.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/WPS-Index-2021-Summary.pdf- Amnesty International report on Iran: amnesty.org/en/location/middle-east-and-north-africa/iran/report-iran- VICE on hijab protests: youtube.com/watch?v=ryE14q4pn-w- Interview against mandatory hijab: youtube.com/watch?v=7_uylr6inYs**Related books and films**IMPORTANT: These are Amazon affiliate links (i.e. we'd get a commission if you buy using them).Persepolis graphic novel: amzn.to/3rabGo1Persepolis film (not sure if it's streaming anywhere else): amzn.to/32pafaYIran: Everything Forbidden, Anything possible; amzn.to/3xmNIaaBackground Music: https://Bensound.com & teknoaxe.com/Home.phpINDEX00:00 Intro00:35 Historical context03:58 Repression of female singers04:22 Forbidden to See Us Scream in Tehran10:00 Opposition to the Regime13:43 Closing
Was Nergal Accused of Rape? Metal Blast 2021-11-07 | SUPPORT US: metalblast.net/donateAn unscripted editorial on Nergal, Bloodstock, and journalistic malpractice. Text from Nergal's book (in English and Polish): drive.google.com/file/d/1zv3JM_A3FUm-VyubV9qXlGEciL0s97of/view?usp=sharingOriginal Toilet Ov Hell Article: https://archive.ph/S029pOriginal MetalRecusants article: https://archive.ph/azHwCPolish Sources: https://archive.ph/FjCEUhttps://archive.ph/qpDqQ00:00 Cold Open00:14 Introduction01:07 Toilet Ov Hell's Article06:00 Polish Sources10:11 Conclusion
Is MetalSucks Running Illegal Ads? Metal Blast 2021-10-31 | SUPPORT US: metalblast.net/donateAn unscripted editorial on how some of the biggest heavy metal websites, including Metal Sucks, Metal Injection, and Metal Insider, appear to be running illegal & undercover gambling ads. A 2016 article where I first discussed this problem: metalblast.net/blog/music-journalism-and-sponsored-contentFTC's info on native advertising: ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/native-advertising-guide-businessesThe challenges of native advertising: journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0743915618818576Archives of undisclosed ads from metal sites:"Rock Music and Gambling: The Growing Connection" https://archive.ph/Hdkcg"What Makes Heavy Metal and Gambling So Connected?" https://archive.ph/uaSMF"How Music Makes Casino Gaming More fun" (with Vince Neilstein listed as author) https://archive.ph/fIo8Q"Metal and Rock in Casino games" https://archive.ph/smO4N"The most hardcore bonuses casinos offer in 2021" https://archive.ph/4WZMc"An in-depth look into music and its role int he gaming industry" https://archive.ph/wmU8A"Top 4 metal songs inspired by video games" https://archive.ph/8CITS"What are the best songs about poker ever written?" https://archive.ph/T3pkb"The Best metalhead casinos available" https://archive.ph/uRhMO "The 4 best heavy metal songs about gambling" https://archive.ph/h89NK"Metal stars who enjoy online gambling" https://archive.ph/tlEq2"The unmistakable link between metal and gambling" https://archive.ph/kYpLt"The benefits technology is having on music" https://archive.ph/1kgVW"Electrifying metal experience... in an online casino" https://archive.ph/rc6bI"Heavy metal musicians and their hobby: Gambling" https://archive.ph/glhcN"Five Cool and Kicking Rock Songs About Card Games" https://archive.ph/fTAvDFOLLOW: - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast and http://www.twitter.com/jmetalblast-Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineVISIT UShttp://www.metalblast.netINDEX00:00 Note on unscripted videos01:11 Introduction to hidden ads03:25 Metal sites running hidden ads10:20 ConclusionIntro music from bensound.com
I want to show the whole world - Interview w/ Anton Kabanen of Beast in Black Metal Blast 2021-10-29 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/Donate[ENGLISH CAPTIONS AVAILABLE]We met with Anton Kabanen, the guitarist and founder of @beastinblackofficial to discuss the history of the band, the manga/anime Berserk, their new album Dark Connections (out TODAY via Nuclear Blast Records), his endless ambition, and his love for Mortal Kombat's soundtrack.I'm fully aware of the audio clipping on some sections. I made a mistake setting up the microphone, and did not feel like re-recording those sections. Lesson learned! FOLLOW: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineIntro music from bensound.comMain topics:00:00 Intro00:40 Songwriting during COVID06:05 Difficult to work with?14:30 Musical beginnings 23:30 Post-Battle Beast27:10 Kentaro Miura & Berserk35:25 Cyberpunk in Dark Connection42:00 Writing on Guitar Pro 445:25 Covers & Pop Music54:00 Anton's solo project??
Ukrainian War Metal - 1914 Interview Metal Blast 2021-10-20 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/Donate[ENGLISH CAPTIONS AVAILABLE]We met with 1914's Dmytro Kumar (vocals) and Vitaliy Vygovskyy (guitars) to discuss the history and philosophy of the band, their upcoming album (out this Oct. 26 via @napalmrecords ), and their "love" for @Sabaton FOLLOW: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineIntro music from bensound.com--INDEX00:00 Cold Open01:00 COVID life07:45 Discovering metal10:00 WW1 as a theme12:45 Sabaton 16:35 Russia, Ukraine & the Holodomor22:30 Album "characters"23:45 Where Fear and Weapons Meet26:50 Russian Aggression32:00 Neo-nazis in Ukraine36:00 In-band dynamic42:00 Songs43:00 Creativity44:00 Touring & Family46:00 Collabs
Blasphemy Part I - A New Inquisition? Nergal, Poland, and the Return of Christian Fascism. Metal Blast 2021-10-11 | Want to support this project? visit: metalblast.net/donateENGLISH CAPTIONS AVAILABLEFOLLOW: - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jmetalblast - Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/metal_blast and http://www.twitter.com/jmetalblast-Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineVISIT UShttp://www.metalblast.net The first in our series on the threat of blasphemy laws, and the attacks on secular values.On this episode we focus on blasphemy laws used in Christian nations, and how they are used to attack dissidents and minorities. We pay special attention to the cases of Podlesna, Prus, and Izkandar, as well as Nergal (Behemoth's Adam Darski) in Poland. CORRECTION: The video mistakenly claims that Iceland still has a blasphemy law. It was actually repealed in 2015. 00:00. Opening03:13. Warning03:53. What is Blasphemy?07:32. Doda's case09:45. Arguments (supposedly) in favor15:45. George Grosz' case17:45. Gay News case21:30. Rainbow Madonna case28:40. Dorota Nieznalska's case31:00. Nergal's case44:33. Why oppose blasphemy laws
Blasphemy Episode 1 Teaser - Old Time Religion Metal Blast 2021-09-24 | IX•X•MMXXI SUPPORT THIS PROJECT! metalblast.net/Donate
Blasphemy - Series Teaser Metal Blast 2021-09-07 | A 3-part series coming very soon. Support Us!: http://www.metalblast.net/donate
Finding Gloomy Demons with Silurian Metal Blast 2021-07-27 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/DonateNEW BAND SPOTLIGHTWe met with Silurian, the shoegaze project started by Christian Hector of Ahab, together with the American/Belgian singer Emilia Sherman. They've just released their first demo, Descenders, and you can find it on their bandcamp. – Silurian –facebook.com/siluriancultinstagram.com/siluriancultsiluriancult.bandcamp.comVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.com
We had never worked this hard! - Interview w/ Diablo Swing Orchestra Metal Blast 2021-07-14 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/DonateSorry about the camera stuttering on the intro. Had some technical problems, and noticed WAY too late. We met with Daniel Hakansson of @DiabloSwingOrchestra-Official to discuss their upcoming album "Swagger and Stroll Down the Rabbit Hole", bagpipes, the origins of DSO, getting deported from Venezuela, and vinyl reissues. Swagger and Stroll down the Rabbit Hole will be out in November.VISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.comPhotos: Klas Hjertberg, Germán Garcia, Alexander Crispin
The Horrors of Nature - Åskog Interview Metal Blast 2021-07-10 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/DonateNEW BAND SPOTLIGHTwe met with black metal musician Adam Chapman to discuss his new band, Åskog, and their absolutely amazing debut, Varþnaþer, as well as some war stories from his former band, Murdryck, VISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine– Åskog –facebook.com/askog666instagram.com/askog666askog.bandcamp.comopen.spotify.com/artist/3Y5gITdct42K08GKYMmOGv===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.com
Back from Hell - Dino Cazares of Fear Factory Metal Blast 2021-07-02 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/DonateWe met with Dino Cazares of @fearfactorymusic to discuss their new album "Aggression Continuum", going broke, coming back form hell, and being the "conductor" of Fear Factory- Aggression Continuum is out now via @NuclearBlastRecords VISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.comPhoto of Dino: Stephanie Cabral
Rakataka Vocals and The Power of Eight: An Interview with Stefan Schmidt of Van Canto Metal Blast 2021-06-07 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/DonateWe met with Stefan Schmidt of @vancanto to discuss "The Power of Eight", their latest album, bringing Sly back into the band, going on tour with two small children, and how to make a pretty good James Hetfield impression."The Power of Eight" is out now via @napalmrecords VISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineAlso (because it's important): http://www.dontextraditeassange.com===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.com
Power Metal, Pop Metal, and Pumpkins United - Interview with Andi Deris of Helloween Metal Blast 2021-05-25 | SUPPORT US! metalblast.net/DonateWe met with Andi Deris of @helloween to discuss their upcoming album "Helloween", making the band a 3-singer outfit, dealing with the pandemic, politics, Assange, and more!"Helloween" will be out on June 18 via @NuclearBlastRecords VISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineFor Assange: http://www.dontextraditeassange.com===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.comPhoto of Andi: Martin HäuslerPhoto of the Band on Stage: Fabio Augusto
Metal Screams and Geckos - An interview with Laura Guldemond (Burning Witches) Metal Blast 2021-05-15 | We met with the amazing @LauraGuldemond of @burningwitches2370 to discuss their upcoming album Witch of the North, her musical roots, her geckos, and more.Witch of the North will be out on May 28 via @NuclearBlastRecords SUPPORT US on https://linktr.ee/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.net & http://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.comPhotos of Laura & Romana: Line Hammett
TRAILER - The Fall of Jon Schaffer Metal Blast 2021-03-20 | Full article: metalblast.net/blog/the-fall-of-jon-schafferSupport us: streamelements.com/metalblast/tip
The Wild North: An Interview with Hváll of Vreid Metal Blast 2021-03-10 | SUPPORT US: https://linktr.ee/metalblastI recently had the opportunity to meet with Jarle "Hváll" Kvalle, the founder and bassist of Vreid, to discuss Wild North West, their upcoming album. Of course, we went far beyond just that, as we covered pretty much everything, from Vreid's origins with Windir, to the role that Norway has played in shaping their music. SUPPORT US on https://linktr.ee/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.nethttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.comThumbnail Photo: Nesbo Talle
Giving a Voice to the Past: An Interview with Einar Selvik of Wardruna Metal Blast 2021-02-16 | SUPPORT US: https://linktr.ee/metalblastWho has two thumbs and realized too late that the intro was out of focus? This guy! 👍👍We met with Einar Selvik, founder and multi-instrumentalist in Wardruna to discuss paganism, animism, history, and Kvitravn, their newest record. SUPPORT US on https://linktr.ee/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.nethttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by https://www.bensound.comThumbnail Photo: Arne Beck
The Radicalization of Jon Schaffer Metal Blast 2021-01-17 | UPDATE: As we were recording this, Jon turned himself in. wishtv.com/news/local-news/columbus-native-and-musician-jon-schaffer-arrested-for-role-in-capitol-riotLet's discuss how Jon Schaffer (Iced Earth, Demons & Wizards, etc.) went from a mainstream US patriot to being among the insurrectionists storming the Capitol. We will review the conspiracy theories that played a role in Jon's radicalization, as well as how the media (mainstream and otherwise!) played a role in making 2020 (and 2021!) fertile ground for conspiracy theories, extremism, and radicalization.Did you enjoy the stream? You can send tips here: streamelements.com/metalblast/tip All proceeds go to improving the channel.
The Satanic Panic! Metal Blast 2020-12-21 | Let's discuss how the 80s and 90s saw the rise of an insane conspiracy about ritual satanic abuse. Then, let's see how this conspiracy affected heavy metal's position in society, and how this ridiculous conspiracy is made a massive comeback in 2020!
LIVESTREAM: Shock Rock & Censorship Metal Blast 2020-12-12 | Let's talk about how shock rockers (like GG Allin, the Mentors, and others) have been targeted by censors (LINKS BELOW). Recording of the Dec. 11 livestream, minus some microphone problems at the beginning, and the off-topic intro. SUPPORT US on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.nethttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzineDocumentaries about the topic GG: Hated: youtube.com/watch?v=l5Pa48TjKZ4&has_verified=1 or tubitv.com/movies/526481/gg-allin-hated-special-edition?start=trueGG Allin: All In The Family: tubitv.com/movies/508074/gg-allin-all-in-the-family or amazon.com/Hated-GG-Allin-Murder-Junkies/dp/B0736C1HGZ or Mentors:Kings of Sleaze: tubitv.com/movies/476373/kings-of-sleaze-rockumentary?start=trueThe El Duce Tapes: amazon.com/El-Duce-Tapes/dp/B08MCYKFKH/ref=tmm_aiv_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Erlend HJELVIK Interview about Welcome to Hel and more! Metal Blast 2020-11-18 | We met with Erlend Hjelvik of HJELVIK (ex Djevel, and ex Kvelertak) to discuss this new solo project, his new album "Welcome to Hel", black metal, and more!SUPPORT US on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.nethttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by bensound.com
Garmarna Interview with Emma Härdelin Metal Blast 2020-11-13 | We met with Emma Härdelin of Garmarna to discuss their new album Förbundet, Scandinavia folk, and a musical way to recycle a corpseSUPPORT US on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.nethttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by bensound.com
Exclusive Devin Townsend Interview about everything Metal Blast 2020-09-20 | A short interview with Devin Townsend to promote Order of Magnitude - Empath Live: Volume 1, turned into an hour-long conversation about art, artistry, whales, and horse testicles.SUPPORT US on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/metalblastVISIT US @ http://www.metalblast.nethttp://www.facebook.com/metalblastzine===========================================Credits:Background Music by bensound.com
Is Metal Still Rebellious? Metal Blast 2020-09-06 | As metal has become just a "normal" part of mainstream culture, where is the rebellion?Interview with Maurizio Iacono: metalblast.net/interviews/the-black-sheep-an-interview-with-maurizio-of-kataklysmFootage from:Hip Hop Beyond Beats and Rhymes: vimeo.com/143038369Ronnie James DIO on NRK Lydverket: youtube.com/watch?v=WBrPxvNs0RoCorpsepaint Make Up: youtube.com/watch?v=6Pk7zJiAV_0Interesting videos: Stanley Crouch's talk on hip hop youtube.com/watch?v=q-st9gbEHDcThomas Chatterton Williams on Hip Hop youtube.com/watch?v=xK_aN0E71fAFurther reading:Resisting Illegitimate Authority: amzn.to/3k38Quv Background Music by bensound.com
In Defense of Offensiveness Metal Blast 2020-07-09 | *ENGLISH CAPTIONS AVAILABLE*As "racist" or "offensive" content is quietly removed from streaming services and TV channels, what are the risks of policing content? Way too many, as it turns out. Full Article and sources: metalblast.net/blog/why-offensive-speech-is-importantBackground Music by bensound.com
