The Great Metal Podcast

Bye Bye Beautiful - Metal Bands Are Falling Apart!

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 18:00:00 -0400

Many of our favorite bands are replacing original members. From Nightwish to Dream Theater and more, we've seen lots a major bands with lineup changes over the years. Is this a good thing or a bad thing for metal?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we hit up the metal emotions.

Shoot us topics, thoughts and ideas to greatmetalpodcast@gmail.com and let us know what you think of the new show.

The Death Of Music - AI Apocalypse?

Sun, 28 May 2023 17:00:00 -0400

AI is changing the face of the world. From how we do business to how we create music. Does technology spell the end of human creators?

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The Most Ridiculed Metal Style

Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

There is a metal subgenre that takes a lot of heat and has been given a pretty bad rep. But we’re here to set the record straight. Stick around for the Hot Take to hear our defense of one of the most controversial metal styles.

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The Most Influential Man On Metal

Sun, 07 May 2023 18:00:00 -0400

One man has inspired and influenced the metal genre more than anyone else. Can you guess who?

Join the GMP boys as they take a peek behind the curtain to see where so many metal names, themes, and imagery comes from.

Why Live Shows Suck

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400

Today on the Great Metal Podcast, we are going to give some hot takes on the issues with live shows, and where they stand in today's music scene.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we hit up the hot topic of live shows.

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You Will Die If You Listen to These Songs

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 18:00:00 -0400

Welcome to a new format for the Great Metal Podcast. We are pulling together highlights of things we've done in the past for a little more of a structured and fast pace show. Today, we discuss emotion in metal.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we hit up the metal emotions.

Shoot us topics, thoughts and ideas to greatmetalpodcast@gmail.com and let us know what you think of the new show.

The Real Grammys | 3rd Annual Metal Edition

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 18:00:00 -0500

The Grammys has a supposed 350 “Experts” in various musical fields determining what categories nominees go in. Turns out none of them have heard of metal, so we are back again with the real Grammys for our third annual Metal Edition.

Join the 3 REAL experts, Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we award the REAL Grammys to actual metal bands.

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Top 10 Metal Releases of January 2023

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 18:00:00 -0500

The new year is under way and the metal is already tearing through the ether! Let’s check out the top 10 metal releases for January 2023.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the metal the new year has brought us.

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Build Your Chops with Chopin's Classical Music

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 18:00:00 -0500

Metal has more in common with classical music than you might realize. Don't let people tell you metal is just noise! Teach them the refined sounds of metal.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the more classical music to fuel your metal creativity.

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Surprising Day Jobs Of The Metal Gods

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 23:00:00 -0500

Is listening to and playing metal just a hobby? Can it be a career? Can it make you enough money to quit your day job?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the surprising day jobs of rock stars before they made it.

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Can Christmas Metal Really Be Heavy Metal?

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 18:00:00 -0500

We know why metal is so good, but what makes Christmas music so endearing? And why do they blend together so well? And more importantly, can it really be HEAVY METAL?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss some of the best Christmas metal.

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8 Riffs That Rip Better than Metallica's Lux Aeterna

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 18:00:00 -0500

Metallica may be the undisputed king of metal when it comes to dollar bills, but do they actually write the best riffs? How does Lux Aeterna compare to other 2022 riffs?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss some of the best metal riffs of the year.

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Industrial Metal

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:00:00 -0500

What's more metal than the sound of cold, hard industry? Today we chat about the sounds and bands that define the industrial metal genre.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss what defines Industrial Metal!

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Metal Sell Outs

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 20:00:00 -0400

Band you love change their tune? Feeling like maybe they care less about the music than just the money these days? Where do you draw the line between authentic musical advancement vs placating the masses?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss what it means to sell out!

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METAL or NOT: Here We Come! Round 2!

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 21:00:00 -0400

The mainstream music industry does not understand metal. At all. Like, zero percent. After reading a Rolling Stone article that listed Led Zepplin, AC/DC, and Rush as “heavy metal”, the Metal Evangelist Luke went into a rage and nearly destroyed the entire city (or at least the hamburger he was eating at the time).

It’s time that someone set the mainstream music industry straight on what is and what is not metal, and who better to do that than the metal head community. So GMP put out polls on some of the most popular artists that the mainstream calls metal to see if the metal community agrees.

In this episode, the Metal Evangelist and Shredmaster Scott will reveal the tantalizing results and discuss.

Join us and together we will pave this candy pop world with metal asphalt!

Misheard Metal Lyrics

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0400

"What'd they say?" Sometimes you mishear a lyrics, and you just can't hear it any other way. How our minds make madness of lyrics is the topic of today's great metal podcast.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss misheard metal lyrics.

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The BEST Up-and-Coming Metal

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0400

Every so often we like to check out up and coming metal bands and one of the best ways to determine that is to find out what the fans are listening to.

Luckily, we get a lot of recommendations of bands and songs from our faithful listeners and we want to share them all with the world, although, not going to lie, some of you guys listen to some weird shite. We've (somewhat) randomly selected 11 of your top picks for today's show.

So buckle up and join the GMP boys as we explore the metal that you are consuming!

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Metal That Haunts The Soul

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 18:00:00 -0400

These are riffs, intervals, melodies, lyrics that send shivers down your spine. Get ready to have your face melted and your breath taken away.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss metal that is so good it sends shivers down your spine.

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When Pop Bands Try Metal!

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 18:00:00 -0400

Can a pop band write a metal song? In this episode, we've found some that have tried. Do they succeed? You decide!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss when pop bands try to write metal.

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Forbidden Metal Songs

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 18:00:00 -0400

Some songs just don't appear live, and today we dig into why that is. Turns out, there can be a variety a reasons, from too technical to too emotional. Metal songs stretch ALL bounds of difficulty.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the Forbidden Metal Songs we never hear live!

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The Power Of Metal - Genre Series

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 18:00:00 -0400

With enough energy to blast your balls off, Power Metal is all about getting pumped up. Today, we discuss the power of this genre!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss Power Metal.

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Patriot Metal - A Metal 4th of July

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 18:00:00 -0400

As America celebrates Independence Day, we celebrate the great metal it has produced, and how that metal came to be.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss Patriot Metal.

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Lady Shredders, Hottest Solos And Riffs

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 18:00:00 -0400

Today we dive into women with some technical chops, specifically in the shred guitar department. Get ready for some face melting solos!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss lady shredders..

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Today's Top Metal Songs

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 15:00:00 -0400

We check out the itunes top charts for metal, and discuss what's popular today and our thoughts on it.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss what's trending today (and maybe what should be trending).

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Metal Inspired By Movies

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 18:00:00 -0400

Sometimes you just need a little inspiration for writing that next killer riff, and what better inspiration than a killer flick? Today's episode is all about metal songs inspired by Hollywood hits!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss what sort of insane metal was inspired with Hollywood's best.

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Game of Symphonic Metal Thrones

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 18:00:00 -0400

What makes a good symphonic metal band, and who reigns supreme? We explore it all in this episode.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss symphonic metal!

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Laugh Your Metal Ass Off

Wed, 11 May 2022 18:00:00 -0400

Just because it's metal, doesn't mean it can't be funny.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss comedy metal!

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The Real Grammys | 2nd Annual Metal Edition

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 18:00:00 -0400

The Grammys has a supposed 350 “Experts” in various musical fields determining what categories nominees go in. Turns out none of them have heard of metal, so we are back again with the real Grammys for our second annual Metal Edition.

Join the 3 REAL experts, Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we award the REAL Grammys to actual metal bands.

Shoot us topics, thoughts and ideas to greatmetalpodcast@gmail.com

The Secret Of Danish Metal

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 18:00:00 -0400

One small country, but one big sound! Danish metal is not well known, but there are some real gems amongst its metal bands.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss Danish metal!

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Finland's Cold, Hard Metal

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 18:00:00 -0400

From the frozen north comes metal like you've never heard it. Finland has a rich history full of metal, and we aim to explore that history on this episode.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss Finnish metal!

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Sweden: A Northern Light To Metal

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 18:00:00 -0500

Sweden has played a large part in the development of the metal scene across the globe, so today we take a focus on the Swedish metal scene.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss Swedish metal!

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All About Norwegian Metal

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 18:00:00 -0500

Norway has one of the most diverse metal scenes in the world. And today we’re going to prove it. We know you want some black metal, but listen along to discover ALL the great types of Norwegian Metal.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the breadth and depth of Norwegian Metal!

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Heavy Metal Super Bowl

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 18:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the 1st Annual Heavy Metal Super Bowl, sponsored by the Great Metal Podcast, and hosted by Shredmaster Scott, Just Pete, and the Metal Evangelist!

What does that look like you may ask? Well, tune in to find out, but definitely expect one hell of a game from Blitz Riffs, #1 Chart Topping Stompers–maybe we’ll even see someone get their face sliced off by a Sizzling Solo. We can only hope.

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12 Songs Of Metal Christmas

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0500

Last Christmas, we discussed the Metalification of Christmas, and this year, we aim to go deeper. We've carefully curated a list of 12 of the BEST metal Christmas songs, that you might not be aware of.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the Metalification of Christmas.

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Symphonies Of Metal - Genre Series

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 19:00:00 -0400

Grand scores, epic battles and dynamic beauty and the beast vocals, all to some metal guitars you can head bang to, if that excites you, then Symphonic Metal is for you! We go deep on where symphonic metal came from, how it has evolved over the years and the sound it has developed into today.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the genre of Symphonic Metal.

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Progressive Metal Part 2 - Genre Series

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:00:00 -0400

In part two of this in depth look at Progressive Metal, we look at some of the sub genres of Progressive Metal and a handle of lesser known bands in the genre. Prog Metal is constantly innovating and exploring, so there is always something new to find.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the genre of Progressive Metal.

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Progressive Metal Part 1 - Genre Series

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 20:00:00 -0400

In part one of this in depth look at Progressive Metal, we look at the Genesis of progressive metal, some of its key features and some of the most popular bands.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the genre of Progressive Metal.

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Black Metal - Genre Series

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 19:00:00 -0400

From way deep in the dark forests, comes a metal so evil, it doesn't even want to be discovered! We take a dive into Black Metal on the third episode of our genre series. Where did it start? What defines it? And where is it headed next?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the genre of Black Metal!

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Death Metal Mania - Genre Series

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Where'd that Death Metal come from? We do a deep dive into Death Metal as the second episode of our Genre Series.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the genre of Death Metal!

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Thrash To The Future - Genre Series

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0400

From its roots in 1983 to who is keeping it alive today, we do a deep dive into Thrash Metal as the first episode of our Genre Series.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the genre of Thrash Metal!

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When Metal Ruled The World

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 17:00:00 -0400

We're back with more METAL mayhem. In this episode, we discuss moments where metal inserted itself into pop culture, and you might just be surprised where it has all showed up.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss moments metal took over pop culture.

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BONUS Metal Update 1

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 18:00:00 -0400

It's been a little bit since our last episode, so we wanted to give you a little update on what we've been up to, as well us prime you for season 3 (coming this fall).

The Metal Guide To Classical Music

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 20:00:00 -0400

Strap on for the METAL led guide to the world of classical music. Metal music is COMPLEX , thought provoking, and masterful as evidenced by its similarity to the much lauded style of classical music. Learn why there is so much more to metal and how various styles of metal relate to different classical music.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we lay out the metal heads guide to classical music.

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Who is the next KING of METAL?

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 18:00:00 -0400

Metal is always pushing boundaries in new and exciting ways. While we all have classics we love, who is innovating to become the next KING OF METAL?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the bands vying for the top spot in metal!

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Funny Facts About Metal Bands

Sun, 30 May 2021 18:00:00 -0400

Metal is always down for a good joke. From non metal things turned into metal, to metal songs covering weird or funny topics, dubs and general mishaps, we dive into the true, but sometimes bizarre, world of metal.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Mythology in Metal | Ride Thor’s Lightning Into Metal

Sun, 23 May 2021 18:00:00 -0400

How have mythological stories effect the shape of modern metal music?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss MYTHOLOGY in metal.

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What These METAL symbols really mean ⁶⁶⁶ 👹 🤘 🐐 👁

Sun, 16 May 2021 17:00:00 -0400

What's with all these symbols in metal? Where did they come from, and how have they become identified with metal? Are they really evil?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS symbolism in metal.

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Pivotal Moments in Metal History

Sun, 09 May 2021 18:00:00 -0400

What are some of the top moments in metal history? Things that went down in history, and we still talk about today?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS some of metals top PIVOTAL moments.

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Speed Dating Neoclassical Metal | Slide Into Neoclassical’s DMs

Sun, 02 May 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Neoclassical metal provides a host of new sounds, played at lightning speed with extreme technique. Do you have what it takes for fly through some neoclassical metal with us!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS. .

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SPOTIFY’S most STREAMED metal of ALL TIME | Does it do METAL Justice?

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0400

Is what's most popular in metal the best metal? How does the most streamed metal compare in quality to more obscure metal? Is metal immune from popularity of the most basic, or does the creme really rise to the top?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS. .

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Why Guitar Is The GREATEST Instrument Of All Time!

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0400

Why has guitar DOMINATED metal music as the instrument of choice, and how has it played a role in defining music throughout the ages? It’s a big topic, but we’ll at least scratch the surface in this episode of The Great Metal Podcast.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS. .

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Bach To The Future | Classical Influence On Metal

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0400

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS the influence classical music has had on modern metal.

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The GREATEST Progressive Metal Bands On Earth

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we jump all the way back to our 4th episode and take another listen. It was originally released on August 9th 2020, but Progressive Metal is near and dear to us, so we thought it was worth another listen. Our format has grown and improved over the last year, but we think this talk was pretty good, and we hope you do too. Enjoy!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS. .

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METAL DEVOURS pop 🍒 | When Metal Covers Pop Songs

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0400

Metal and pop don’t have much in common, BUT occasionally, the two intersect. And when Metal DEVOURS pop, something special happens.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS. .

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Best METAL Riffs to BLOW Your BALLS Off

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 20:00:00 -0400

GREAT metal is most often driven by a powerful RIFF. The crunching guitar that provides the engine to the song, getting your head banging and your fist pumping. BUT some riffs are better than others...

So join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS the BEST metal riffs.

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The REAL Grammys | Metal Edition

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 22:00:00 -0400

The Grammys has a supposed 350 “Experts” in various musical fields determining what categories nominees go in. Turns out none of them have heard of metal.

So instead, join the 3 REAL experts, Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we award the REAL Grammys to actual metal bands.

Shoot us topics, thoughts and ideas to greatmetalpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us on instagram @GreatMetalPodcast | Like and subscribe on YouTube and turn on notification to get notified when we go live--and make your voice heard on the show!

METAL or NOT | Your Poll Results

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0500

Metal has diversity not demonstrated in many other forms of music, BUT where do YOU draw the line? Something has to make music metal or not. We picked a list of bands, some controversial and some not so much, and we let YOU decide on instagram polls.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we DISCUSS the poll results with you on our live show!

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Introduction To METAL | Welcome To The Family

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500

How do you get your friends into metal? Do you have to have babies and start them young? Can they be converted late in life?

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we GIVE you the keys to SEDUCE your friends with METAL.

Greatest Guitar SOLOS of all TIME | Ultimate speed Demons

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500

Today on the Great Metal Podcast, we are hitting up the absolute best of guitar wankery 🍆🎸. We’re talking the GREATEST guitar solos of ALL TIME.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Top 10 Metal Drummers | All Time Power Hitters

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500

Today on the Great Metal Podcast, we hit up the BEST metal drummers of all time, which coincidentally also just happen to be the BEST drummers of all time, because metal is the best!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Every Metal Genre Explained | Bone Crushing Power

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500

Today on the Great Metal Podcast, we are going to school you on every metal genre out there...well, we might miss a few, but don't YOU miss out on this tour de force of metal genres.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Top 10 BASS Guitarists | Ultimate King Of Low End

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 22:00:00 -0500

Today on the Great Metal Podcast, it's all about that low end. We're talking best BASS guitarists.

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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7 Most Extreme Metal Moments

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 15:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Great Metal Podcast, we are going to take a look at the dark side of the metal world. We’re going to be discussing the top 7 moments in metal that perhaps went a bit too far, but were undeniably metal!

Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the 7 Most Extreme Metal Moments

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Best Metal Vocalist

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 21:00:00 -0500

Who is the best metal vocalist? We compare different vocalists within bands and between bands. Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the Best Metal Vocalists.

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The Most Extreme Metal

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Heavy Metal started with bands like Black Sabbath and Judas Priest, but in the late 70s/early 80s, the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) changed things forever...

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New Year, More Metal - 2020 and Beyond!

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0500

We are going to put a bow on 2020. A black bow with skulls on it. Will this past year get the Death Metal Seal of Approval? Or is it going to get kicked in the donk like Death Metal Deer? Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Metal Misfires Biggest Fails

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 13:00:00 -0500

Even the biggest bands make mistakes. Today we talk about times big bands didn't live up to their names. Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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8 Bit Metal

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 18:00:00 -0500

On today's show, we delve into the intersection of metal with video games! How have video games been an influence in metal music and lyrics and where did it all start? Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Best Christmas Metal Music

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 19:00:00 -0500

The Metalification of Christmas is our aim of this episode. How has metal been combined with Christmas music? Where did it all start, and why is metal a perfect pairing for Christmas tunes? Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Metal Around The World

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 19:00:00 -0500

Metal has a vast depth of sounds developed from bands all around the world. How does a band's region affect what they bring to the genre? Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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What Is The Future Of Metal?

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0500

Where does metal go from here? What crazy things can we postulate? Join us for a wild ride as we get out our crystal balls and look into the future. One thing is for sure, metal definitely has a future! Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Metal Breakdowns

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0500

What's the deal with breakdowns? In this episode of the Great Metal Podcast, we we explore the history of breakdowns as a musical device and how they have been defined in various metal genres. Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Top Symphonic Metal Bands

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0500

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We discuss the gateway drug to metal, symphonic metal. Way too much to touch on, but we hit up history of the genre and some of the top bands in it. Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss.

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Best Up-and-Coming Metal Bands

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0500

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We all have our favorite musicians, but who has the potential to become our next favorite? We rank some of the most promising rising stars in the metal universe on this episode of the Great Metal Podcast.

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Terrifying Metal Tales - Eerie Series 4

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0400

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Leading up to Halloween, we continue our Eerie Series, where we discuss evil, mayhem and general fear surrounding metal. In this final episode of our Eerie series, we talk about the scariest metal tales from stories told in songs to band's personal experiences to subliminal messaging.

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Creepy Costumes in Metal - Eerie Series 3

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 20:00:00 -0400

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Leading up to Halloween, we continue our Eerie Series, where we discuss evil, mayhem and general fear surrounding metal. In this episode, we discuss how costumes and stage imagery are played out in the metal community.

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The Eeriest Metal Songs - Eerie Series 2

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0400

Leading up to Halloween, we continue our Eerie Series, where we discuss evil, mayhem and general fear surrounding metal. In this episode, we discuss what makes a song creepy from lyrical content to the specific aural techniques.

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The Dark Symbolism of Metal - Eerie Series 1

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0400

We just entered October, and with a lead up to Halloween, we launch our Eerie Series, where we discuss evil, mayhem and general fear surrounding metal.

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What makes the metal community so strong?

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0400

Why do you like metal? How did you get into metal? Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the community of metal and what makes it so strong.

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Featured Artist: Arjen Anthony Lucassen projects - check out his Star One project here: https://youtu.be/01H_9Ijh1Zk and don't miss his new Aryeon album Transitus

Best Live Metal Bands

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 20:00:00 -0400

In an era where live music has stopped, we discuss who the best live metal bands are. Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss who is widely lauded as the best metal live shows, as well as our personal stories and picks.

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Top 10 Metal Guitarists

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 20:00:00 -0400

Who rocks their axe the hardest? join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we discuss the top names in Metal Guitar!

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Most Overrated Metal Bands

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 20:00:00 -0400

Featuring another great user submitted topic, Most Overrated Metal Bands, join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete as we dig into what makes a band overrated and a few of our top (or bottom) picks.

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Featured Band of the pod is Beyond Twilight. Here is something to get you started: https://youtu.be/ZjheRozEsTo

Most Influential Musicians

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0400

User submitted topic, Most Influential Musicians. Join Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Just Pete for the ride of a lifetime as we explore this huge topic.

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Featured Band of the pod is Dark Sarah, check out their facebook page, and be sure to watch their videos on YouTube as they are real quality productions:

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Will Metal Ever Be Mainstream?

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Is there a path for metal to become mainstream or is it already there? Do we want it to be mainstream or keep it to ourselves? Join the Metal Evangelist Luke, Shredmaster Scott and Power Metal Pete as they explore this topic.

Will Metal Rot Your Soul?

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 20:00:00 -0400

Drink in your weekly dose of metal, because it's just what the doctor ordered. We discuss the merits of metal. Will it rot your soul or does it perhaps have health benefits to make you a better person?

Heaviest Metal Bands

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 22:00:00 -0400

Join the hosts of the great metal podcast as they discuss their picks for Heaviest Metal Bands.

Top Progressive Metal Bands

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0400

We go through the top Progressive Metal Bands in this episode of The Great Metal Podcast.

Female Fronted Metal Bands

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 21:00:00 -0400

Join us on a dive into the wonder of metal, as we check out the top female fronted metal bands.

What Is Metal?

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 21:00:00 -0400

We go way back to find the roots of where metal came from, and what we define as metal today.

Measuring Music: Is Metal the Best Music?

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400

What is the value of music? Is metal the ultimate form of music? Join us as we discuss these topics, current news and highlight some of our favorite bands on this episode of The Great Metal Podcast.