Heavy Radio
82 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -Heavy Radio is where two lifelong metalheads get together to talk about metal news and music. Mark and Eric discovered heavy metal music as kids and never looked back. As musicians themselves, they have spent their lives loving and contributing to their favorite musical genre. From the classics to the underground, they love it all! So, stop on by for some metal talk and new tracks.
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Episode 76 - The Boys Are Back - Season 5 Kickoff
February 26, 2024 21:04 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThe boys are back! Mark and Eric are kicking off season 5 with some heavy steel. Tune in for metal news, tunes and deep thoughts on the infinite universe of Heavy Metal. Listen NOW!!!
Episode 75 - Halloween 4
October 31, 2023 05:10 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBIn this spine-tingling fourth installment of Heavy Radio's Halloween Special, hosts Mark and Eric summon the darkest and heaviest spirits of metal to celebrate All Hallows' Eve like never before. Prepare for a night of monstrous riffs, ghastly lyrics, and eerie tales as the duo takes you on a journey through the macabre side of heavy metal. As the moon rises and the night grows darker, Heavy Radio's Halloween Special promises a night of metal mayhem that will make your heart race and your so...
Episode 74 - Stoned Phoenix
October 06, 2023 22:02 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBThis week on Heavy Radio we're joined by Sabine Stangenberg and Joey DeMartini of Stoned Phoenix!!! They're coming from Portland, Oregon to tell the guys about their debut album and talk Rock N Roll! Check out Stoned Phoenix here! - https://stonedphoenix.bandcamp.com/album/stoned-phoenix
Episode 73 - Detroit
September 22, 2023 03:35 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBIn this electrifying episode of Heavy Radio, your hosts Mark and Eric take you on a sonic journey through the Motor City's legendary heavy metal musical history. Strap in and crank up the volume as we delve into the relentless riffs, thunderous drums, and iconic stories that have made Detroit, Michigan, a powerhouse in the world of metal. Join Mark and Eric as they share their passion for the music, anecdotes, and the indomitable spirit of Detroit's heavy metal scene. From the classics to th...
Episode 72 - Coleman McAllister - The McAllister Hours Podcast
August 01, 2023 04:40 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBThe craziest podcast in Des Moines joins the craziest podcast in Valhalla! Coleman McAllister of The McAllister Hours Podcast joins the dudes to talk metal, music, news, AI, speech, America, baseball robots and more!!! Tune in and make sure to check out The McAllister Hours Podcast!!!
Episode 71 - Idaho
July 31, 2023 04:16 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn this captivating episode of the Heavy Radio Podcast, we journey to the heart of Idaho's vibrant music history, unearthing the hidden gems and legendary acts that have shaped the state's rich musical heritage. We delve into the diverse sounds that have emerged from Idaho's fertile musical landscape. Tune in to experience the raw energy, heartfelt storytelling, and unyielding passion that define Idaho's musical identity, as we pay tribute to the artists who have put the Gem State on the map ...
Episode 70 - Georgia
July 31, 2023 04:03 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this electrifying episode of the Heavy Radio Podcast, we delve deep into the thunderous world of heavy metal and hard rock. Brace yourself for an unyielding auditory assault. Welcome to the realm of heavy metal, where the decibels rise.
Episode 69 - What Number Are We Thinking Of?
June 01, 2023 04:06 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB[Background music fades in: Heavy metal guitar riff] [Scene: A dimly lit room with four iconic heavy metal musicians seated around a table, James Hetfield, Scott Ian, Dave Mustaine, and Tom Araya. The atmosphere is intense, and the room is adorned with rock memorabilia.] James Hetfield: [leaning forward] Hey guys, have you heard about this amazing new podcast called Heavy Radio? Scott Ian: [raising an eyebrow] Heavy Radio? What's that all about, James? Dave Mustaine: Yeah, spill the bean...
Episode 68 - Blackbeard's Ghost
May 15, 2023 04:45 - 30 minutes - 28 MBFADE IN: INT. HEAVY RADIO STUDIO - NIGHT ERIC and MARCO are sitting in front of microphones in a dimly lit room with posters of heavy metal bands on the walls. They are recording their podcast, "Heavy Radio," and are discussing their favorite heavy metal bands. ERIC (into microphone) Alright, so we've talked about Metallica, Slayer, and Iron Maiden. What's next? MARCO (into microphone) I think it's time we talk about Blackbeard. ERIC (into microphone) Blackbeard? MARCO (into microphone)...
Episode 67 - Wherever We May Roam
May 10, 2023 04:17 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB[Open on Bill and Ted sitting on a couch, looking bored] Bill: "Dude, what should we do? We're totally bored." Ted: "I don't know, dude. We've already watched all of our favorite movies like a million times." Bill: "Wait a minute, Ted. I remember hearing about this awesome podcast called Heavy Radio. It's supposed to have the most excellent heavy metal tunes." Ted: "Whoa, dude! That sounds awesome. Let's check it out." [Bill and Ted pull out their phones and start listening to Heavy Radi...
Episode 66 - Pennsylvania
May 09, 2023 05:42 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBPennsylvania, oh Pennsylvania, What horrors do you keep? What secrets lie beneath the surface, That make even the bravest weep? And in the cities, the people tremble, As they feel the presence of the unknown. The streets are empty, the silence deafening, As if the spirits have claimed it as their own. In the heart of Pennsylvania, Lurks a horror that's hard to bear. A darkness that cloaks the land, A fear that seems to linger there...
Episode 65 - Train Kept A Rollin
April 07, 2023 06:09 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBWouldst thou like to live deliciously? Then delve into the macabre psyche of these two metal madmen!!! Episode 65-5-5-Yeah!
Episode 64 - Season 4 Kickoff
January 29, 2023 18:57 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBMarco and Eric are back for another season of ear bleeding, earth shaking, lightning bringing, soul stealing, wheeling and dealing METAL MAYHEM!!!
Episode 63 - Rob Sand
August 02, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB0n Heavy Radio 63 Marco is joined by Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand. Marco and Rob talk about the work Rob does for the state of Iowa, his book ,The Winning Ticket, big foot hunters and more! Rob and Marco combine for a particularly eclectic Heavy Radio playlist!
Episode 62 - Nina Osegueda
July 04, 2022 23:25 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBFor Heavy Radio 62 The Heavy Radio Tour Stop rolls through the fireworks in Washington DC. Virginia, and Maryland. We are joined by the most phenomenal Nina Osegueda of A Sound of Thunder! Join Marco and Eric as they talk with Nina about singing, lyrics, comics, the history of the band, their discography, and their new album! Get it now via https://www.asoundofthunderband.com ! A Sound of Thunder recorded Catalonia’s national anthem and took part in a revolution for independence! What could ...
Episode 61 - Matt Golden
June 16, 2022 19:21 - 58 minutes - 66.4 MBHeavy Radio #61, Pilot extraordinaire, Matt Golden On this episode of #heavyradio, Marco gets Aces High with Matt Golden. Matt talks about his time flying planes and he brings to the heavy radio 61 playlist songs worthy of being blasted through the skies! For this episode all of Marco’s picks come from artists that played in his native Iowa on July 31 through Aug. 2, 1970 at the Wadena Rock Festival! Crank the tracks and check out this footage from the event! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l...
Episode 60 - Matt Barlow
June 07, 2022 01:07 - 1 hour - 96 MBOn this episode of Heavy Radio Marco Battaglia fires it up with Matt Barlow from Ashes of Ares! Barlow and Battaglia talk about the bands latest release and what Matt has been up to. Join them as they add tracks to the heavy radio playlists on spotify and youtube! Listen not to ones who preach, be true to yourself and true to your own and your spirit will crush the hearts of stone!!! http://www.ashesofares.com
Episode 59 - Enforcer
May 20, 2022 14:00 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MBOn this episode of Heavy Radio the dudes welcome Olof Wikstrand of the mighty Enforcer! Before they ran out to hit the road and spread the metal fires, Olof swung by the Heavy Radio Lab. The dudes talk all things metal including the history of Enforcer, touring, recording and what's next for the band! As Eric and Marco share some of their favorite Enforcer tracks, Olof tells stories of their creation! Slam this episode into your metal machine tank, and ride the sky!!!
Episode 58 - Skull Fist
May 18, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBOn this epic episode of Heavy Radio, the dudes welcome the great Zach Slaughter of Skull Fist! Skull Fist just dropped their new album Paid In Full and Zach is here to tell us all about it. It doesn't stop there though! They also discuss games, life on the road, and some of their favorite classic bands. So stop what you're doing, turn on this podcast, and thrash your mind!!!
Episode 57 - Sam Chatham
May 17, 2022 00:42 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBOn this episode of Heavy Radio, the dudes welcome Sam Chatham! Sam is a lifelong shredder and founding member of Cellador! The dudes talk midwest metal, guitar players and their new picks for the Heavy Radio Playlist. Tune in! Turn up! Rock on!
Episode 56 - Liz Bennett
May 03, 2022 19:42 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBOn Heavy Radio #56 , Marco and Eric try to figure out if It's still "we the people," right? Marco and Eric welcome Iowa Representative Liz Bennet to Heavy Radio. Liz Bennett is an American politician, who was elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in the 2014 elections. She is the first out LGBT woman to serve in Iowa's state legislature and she is currently running for State Senate District 39! Check out https://www.lizbennett.com for more information. One thing we all agree on is that...
Episode - 56 - Liz Bennett
May 03, 2022 19:42 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBOn Heavy Radio #56 , Marco and Eric try to figure out if It's still "we the people," right? Marco and Eric welcome Iowa Representative Liz Bennet to Heavy Radio. Liz Bennett is an American politician, who was elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in the 2014 elections. She is the first out LGBT woman to serve in Iowa's state legislature and she is currently running for State Senate District 39! Check out https://www.lizbennett.com for more information. One thing we all agree on is that...
Episode 55 - Traveler
April 20, 2022 17:36 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBOn this Episode of Heavy Radio the dudes are visited by the mighty Traveler! Matt Ries and Dave Arnold bring tales from the start of the band, touring and studio thrashing. For years they have been bringing the old school metal and they're here to talk about it! The dudes also go through their picks of the week for the Heavy Radio Playlist on Spotify. Tune in! Rock out! Look out!
Episode 55
April 20, 2022 17:36 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBOn this Episode of Heavy Radio the dudes are visited by the mighty Traveler! Matt Ries and Dave Arnold bring tales from the start of the band, touring and studio thrashing. For years they have been bringing the old school metal and they're here to talk about it! The dudes also go through their picks of the week for the Heavy Radio Playlist on Spotify. Tune in! Rock out! Look out!
Episode 54 - Tim "Ripper" Owens
April 06, 2022 04:31 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBOn this awesome new episode of Heavy Radio, the dudes welcome the one and only Tim "Ripper" Owens!!! Singer of such legendary bands as Judas Priest, Beyond Fear, Yngwie Malmsteen, Three Tremors, Spirits of Fire and KK's Priest! Marco and Eric talk with Tim about what he's working on, tour plans, look back at his storied career and of course, talk some METAL. Tune in and rock out!!!
Episode 54
April 06, 2022 04:31 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBOn this awesome new episode of Heavy Radio, the dudes welcome the one and only Tim "Ripper" Owens!!! Singer of such legendary bands as Judas Priest, Beyond Fear, Yngwie Malmsteen, Three Tremors, Spirits of Fire and KK's Priest! Marco and Eric talk with Tim about what he's working on, tour plans, look back at his storied career and of course, talk some METAL. Tune in and rock out!!!
Episode 53 - Chris Caffery
April 02, 2022 03:50 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBFor Heavy Radio Marco and Eric sit down with one of their heavy metal heroes. Chris Caffery from Spirits of Fire, Savatage, Doctor Butcher, and The Trans Siberian Orchestra! Chris talks about his new solo material, Spirits of Fire’s latest release, and he takes the dudes through Savatage and Doctor Butcher history. Marco and Chris last crossed paths in the streets of Des Moines while Chris was on the road with Metal Church!
Episode 53
April 02, 2022 03:50 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBFor Heavy Radio Marco and Eric sit down with one of their heavy metal heroes. Chris Caffery from Spirits of Fire, Savatage, Doctor Butcher, and The Trans Siberian Orchestra! Chris talks about his new solo material, Spirits of Fire’s latest release, and he takes the dudes through Savatage and Doctor Butcher history. Marco and Chris last crossed paths in the streets of Des Moines while Chris was on the road with Metal Church!
Episode 52
March 24, 2022 03:05 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBSuitcase? Check. Snacks? Check. Open road and a metal dream? Check. TIME TO GET ON THE BUS! The metal dudes are in the fast lane as the Heavy Radio U.S. Tour rages on! This time the lads are off to New Hampshire to find all things metal. They spread the good word of bands killing it in their hometown, shoutout some rad venues and are even visited by a special guest! Turn the knob up and break it off!!!
Episode 51
March 11, 2022 03:08 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBJoin the dudes as they welcome Kenny Powell, guitar player and founding member of the legendary metal band Omen! The guys talk touring, metal, and keeping hold the flame! Kenny brings news on what the band is working on and even picks for the Heavy Radio Playlist! If you're metal enough, then jump in and turn up the volume now!!!
Episode 51 - Omen
March 11, 2022 03:08 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBJoin the dudes as they welcome Kenny Powell, guitar player and founding member of the legendary metal band Omen! The guys talk touring, metal, and keeping hold the flame! Kenny brings news on what the band is working on and even picks for the Heavy Radio Playlist! If you're metal enough, then jump in and turn up the volume now!!!
Episode 50
February 18, 2022 04:18 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBWe made it! The boys hit Episode 50 and are running at full power! Back on the bus and ready to roll, they take you on a journey to the great state of Alaska! Learn about local venues and bands and unearth new metal. Also, to celebrate 50, the dudes count down Rolling Stone's top 50 Metal Albums of all time and give their demonic hot takes. Hop on and enjoy the ride, next stop nobody knows!!!
Episode 49
January 30, 2022 23:52 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBWelcome back! Get on the bus!!! Heavy Radio is rollin on with the Heavy Radio U.S. Tour! Today Marco and Eric jump out in the metal state of Washington. Arriving to find all that is metal, from venues to history and of course the tunes! Pack your bags, grab your shades and get ready to rock!
Episode 48
January 22, 2022 19:56 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB(HALFORD SCREAM) YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH You know where you are, you're in the metal zone!!! Tune in to hear Marco and Eric talk metal news and tunes! On this episode Marco and Eric continue the Heavy Radio U.S. Tour with Maine! The dudes are taking you to all 50 states to bring you local bands, venues and heavy history! You like metal? You like to headbang? Then listen now!!!
Episode 47 - Erich Tran
January 04, 2022 06:06 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBFor Heavy Radio 47, the start of playlist 3 and the first episode of 2022, Eric and Marco are driving the heavy radio show on a USA tour! Heavy Radio USA tour first stop is Iowa and there is no one better to join us than Erich Tran of Tranzig, Bloody Kisses, and Horror Business. Join us as we talk about Erichs past, present, and future! We get into Iowa venues and Eric and Marco add some Iowa bands to the playlist for this tour stop.
Episode 47
January 04, 2022 06:06 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBFor Heavy Radio 47, the start of playlist 3 and the first episode of 2022, Eric and Marco are driving the heavy radio show on a USA tour! Heavy Radio USA tour first stop is Iowa and there is no one better to join us than Erich Tran of Tranzig, Bloody Kisses, and Horror Business. Join us as we talk about Erichs past, present, and future! We get into Iowa venues and Eric and Marco add some Iowa bands to the playlist for this tour stop.
Episode 46
December 14, 2021 01:43 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBTune in right now to hear Vic Stown of Vindicator and the Heavy Metal Horror Podcast talk METAL! Vic decided to swing by and visit the dudes Marco and Eric to rap about all things metallic. The guys discuss metal news, midwest thrashing and representing the old skool. Make your podcast apps shine like the devil himself and thrash on!!! https://vindicator.bandcamp.com/ https://bit.ly/3dUDUv3
Episode 46 - Vindicator
December 14, 2021 01:43 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBTune in right now to hear Vic Stown of Vindicator and the Heavy Metal Horror Podcast talk METAL! Vic decided to swing by and visit the dudes Marco and Eric to rap about all things metallic. The guys discuss metal news, midwest thrashing and representing the old skool. Make your podcast apps shine like the devil himself and thrash on!!! https://vindicator.bandcamp.com/ https://bit.ly/3dUDUv3
Episode 45
December 02, 2021 04:58 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBOn this awesome episode of Heavy Radio, Marco and Eric are joined by the one and only Eric AK of Flotsam and Jetsam! Eric AK and Flotsam have been bringing metal to our ears for decades, creating such instant classics as Doomsday for the Deceiver and No Place for Disgrace. Eric tells the dudes about their new thrashing album Blood in the Water, as well as bringing his own picks for the Heavy Radio playlist! Check out all things Flotsam and Jetsam at www.flotstildeath.com
Episode 44
November 23, 2021 02:26 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBHeavy Radio Episode 44 featuring Fredrik Nordström of Dream Evil and owner of Studio Fredman in Gothenburg, Sweden. http://www.studiofredman.com Marco and Eric Andersen dig into many of the amazing albums that Fredrik has been a part of. Studio work, playing music, and putting out the call for an artist that Fredrik would like to work with in the future. This episode we weave through the career of Fredrik Nordstrom and we get into some new music that you can dig into right now! Get Heavy!
Episode 43
November 17, 2021 05:57 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBHeavy Radio Episode 43 Featuring Ralf Scheepers of Primal Fear and Scheepers Vocal Works. Marco and Jeremy Hall talk with the amazing Ralf Scheepers about his bad ass career in heavy metal! Ralf tells us what he is working on, we talk about teaching vocal technique, fast cars, and Ralf adds his tracks to the Heavy Radio playlists! www.ralfscheepers.com/
Episode 42
November 11, 2021 04:27 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBLOOK OUT!!! It's METAL time!!! On this episode of Heavy Radio, Marco and Eric are joined by another dynamic duo - Jerry and Greg of Savage Dawn! The gang talks music, metal, gear, shows and more! Download your destruction!!!
Episode 41 - Halloween Special II
October 31, 2021 00:09 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBWelcome back!!! Like all great duos - Abbott and Costello, Shaggy and Scooby, Jay and Silent Bob - these two dudes embark on a chilling path to horror! Join Marco and Eric as they tell tales of their favorite horror movies of the year, along with some terrorizing jams to haunt your mind!!! Tune in…IF YOU DARE!
Episode 40
October 28, 2021 03:45 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBWelcome to episode 40! Heavy Radio turns the big 4-0!!! Strap in for metal mayhem as Peter Stockdale of 3 Finger Betty and Audible Farm joins the dudes to talk METAL! News, deep thoughts, wrestling, thrash - what's not to love?!?! Plug in, get psyched, stay METAL!!!!
Episode 39
October 15, 2021 22:31 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBOn this episode of Heavy Radio Marco and Eric welcome the one and only John Gallagher of Raven!!! John gave the dudes the latest updates on all things Raven along with some stories and playlist picks! It was an honor to have him on the show, a great moment of metal history!!!
Episode 38
October 08, 2021 01:20 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBOn this most metal edition of Heavy Radio, Marco and Eric welcome Jarod Embree of Dogs of Neptune! Jarod joins the dudes to talk guitar, tattoos, archery and of course METAL. After all that metal talk you know these dudes were ready to add to the Heavy Radio Playlist (On Spotify) So strap in! Grab a beverage! And get ready for HEAVY RADIO!!!
Episode 37
September 29, 2021 01:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBOn this week's episode of Heavy Radio we welcome shredtastic Jacquelynn Ziel, guitarist for Greyhawk!!! Jacquelynn stopped by to tell us the latest on her band, talk metal, talk guitar and demonic video games! As always, the gang closes out with picks for the Heavy Radio Playlist! Jacquelynn brought some heavy hitters and you'll have to listen to find out who!
Episode 36
September 20, 2021 03:01 - 1 hour - 67 MBWelcome back metalheads!!! Today you get two guests for the price of one! Shaun Cothron and Alonso Donoso of Prehistoria join Marco and Eric to tell them all about their new album! Learn how the songs and the recording came to be as we await the new release! If you're looking for some head splitting, ear bleeding metal then look no further! Listen now!!!
Episode 34
August 17, 2021 02:25 - 48 minutes - 44 MBMarco is joined all the way from Greece by another of the Tremors! None other than Harry "The Tyrant" Conklin of Jag Panzer, Titan Force, Satan's Host, and The Three Tremors! Crank it up as Marco and Harry go through Tyrant history for this episodes playlist! Be on the look out for new music from The Three Tremors, Jag Panzer, and Satan's Host!
Episode 33
July 29, 2021 05:18 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBOn this episode of Heavy Radio the dudes welcome Jeremy Wachob, singer of Shattered Earth! Jeremy, Marco and Eric talk metal news, singing, drumming and some of their favorite metal bands! And of course, Jeremy brought 5 killer tracks to add to the Heavy Radio Podcast Playlist! Check out Shattered Earth at https://www.facebook.com/shatteredearthmetal and https://shatteredearthva.com/