Honest Brutality Podcast
113 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsHard rock and heavy metal news, reviews and culture discussed and debated by true metal heads. Interviews with concert participants and band members from all over the world. Join us for laughs and stay metal!
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Episodes
Live from Vans Warped Tour 18' with Eric and Alex of Nekrogoblikon
July 02, 2018 03:16 - 6 minutes - 8.53 MBThis episode Evil hangs out with Alex Alereza and Eric W. Brown of Nekrogoblikon at the final installment of the Vans Warped Tour. The guys chat about the new album "Welcome to Bonkers", the tour, and more.
Live from Vans Warped Tour 18' with Derek Gibbs and Matt Appleton of Reel Big Fish
July 02, 2018 01:00 - 16 minutes - 18.7 MBThis episode Evil hangs out with Derek Gibbs and Matt Appleton of Reel Big Fish at the final run of the Vans Warped Tour. Reel Big Fish is a band that has been part of the Vans Warped Tour family for many years, and personal favorite of Evil's. The guys give their take on the tour ending, new music and more.
Live from Vans Warped Tour 18' with Adrian Estrella of Assuming We Survive
July 02, 2018 00:57 - 17 minutes - 18.8 MBThis episode Evil catches up with Adrian Estrella of Assuming We Survive backstage at the final run of Vans Warped Tour. Adrian is not only a fantastic, energetic vocalist and front man, but a genuine, down to earth guy that has has allot to offer beyond the music world. Find out what Adrian and Assuming we Survive have been up to and what their plans are in this special installment.
A conversation with Ivan Pavlakovic of Disconnected
June 25, 2018 02:50 - 54 minutes - 52.7 MBThis episode we are joined by Ivan Pavlakovic of Disconnected. Hailing from France, Disconnected bring a fresh approach to metal with huge melodies, harmonies and bone crunching riffs. Ivan fills us in on the Disconnected, the French music scene, and much more.
Shan Dan Horan's "Music Rescue"
June 06, 2018 03:00 - 24 minutes - 24.6 MBBehind any successful musician is someone in the shadows making their dreams become a real possibility. For many, that person is Record Label President Shan Dan Horan. Teaming up with Emmy Award winning Producer Alan Sacks (Welcome Back Kotter, Smart House) they bring you an unscripted and inspiring new television show "Musician Rescue". Join us as we talk with friend of the show, Shan Dan Horan about this exciting new project, and what could be a life changing opportunity for some lucky...
A conversation with Jake of Them Evils
May 29, 2018 05:25 - 18 minutes - 19.6 MBThis episode we talk with Jake from Them Evils. The guys from Them Evils are no strangers to Honest Brutality, and we love being able to chat with Jake about the new EP "Rollin' Stoned and Livin' Free". You need your rock loud, fun and no frills? This is the band for you.
A conversation with Caesar of Zero Theorem
May 29, 2018 04:59 - 20 minutes - 20.3 MBThis episode we talk with Caesar of ZERO THEOREM. In a world awash with bands that sound alike ZERO THEOREM has taken strides to harness their influences and create an original sound that stands out. Their EP "ATARAXIS" is available now, and we recommend you go get it!
A converstion with Maddox of Messer
May 29, 2018 04:32 - 22 minutes - 22.7 MBThis episode we are joined by Maddox Messer of the Dallas, Texas based band MESSER. Their self-titled debut album "MESSER" is making waves on active radio, and should be in any self respecting rockers library. Join us as we touch bases with Maddox, and get to know MESSER a little better.
A conversation with Kirk of Infrared
May 29, 2018 04:02 - 48 minutes - 51.1 MBThis episode we talk with Kirk Gidley of Canada's very own thrash masters Infrared. A band that established a strong foothold in the 80's thrash scene, and then took a hiatus...a very long hiatus (27 years to be exact). Some things are worth waiting for, and this is no exception. Infrared came back on the scene in 2016 to revisit and remaster some early material, in the process the original spark was reignited. “Saviours”, the latest offering of original material from Infrared is on the she...
A conversation with Sean Tibbetts
May 16, 2018 04:38 - 1 hour - 61 MBThis episode we are joined by Sean Tibbetts. One of the leading bass players in the metal world and well known for his work in the iconic band Kamelot. Sean joins us to discuss his newest project SAULT, Featuring members of Kamelot, King Diamond, One Eyed Doll and Arcanium, His time with Kamelot, his life outside the music world, and more.
Bands Against Bullying II Update
May 07, 2018 05:49 - 20 minutes - 24.8 MBA special Bands Against Bullying episode with an update from The Restoring Hope Counseling Center in Neosho, MO. This organization is the recipient of all proceeds from Bands Against Bullying, and they have done some amazing things with the monies raised in the last year. Find out where the money goes, and how it is utilized as we prepare for the second installment this June.We look forward to the continued growth of this community and this event around the world. Join us in our effort to sa...
A conversation with Dare Defy
April 16, 2018 20:30 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBThis episode we talk with Melbourne, Florida based Dare Defy. A group of hard working, fun loving musicians that are dedicated to reshaping the face of modern metal with their unique style. get to know the band and their music with us in a special installment of the show, presented to you in the style of our weekly Rock Rage Radio show "Center Stage". A fun format that includes Dare Defy's latest album mixed in with the conversation.
A conversation with Assume Nothing
April 16, 2018 20:10 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MBThis episode we are joined by the Michigan based metal band Assume Nothing. A group of young men who have a diverse sound, energetic live show and great sense of humor. Join us as we discuss the band's formation, influences, challenges, future plans and their well polished album "Once Lost".
A conversation with Waylon Reavis
March 28, 2018 03:10 - 1 hour - 65 MBThis episode we are joined by none other than the outspoken, very funny, and super talented Waylon Reavis. Waylon pulls no punches as we discuss his upbringing, discovering music, raising his own kids, his time with and departure from Mushroomhead, the state of the music industry, his current project A Killer's Confession, and much more.
A conversation with Songhammer
March 05, 2018 01:53 - 54 minutes - 50.7 MBThis episode we are joined by ShredHammer & CroonHammer of the mighty Songhammer. A distinctly original rock act that has embraced the convention culture surrounding anime/comic events, eSports/cosplay events etc. The guys stormed the studio in full regalia, made us laugh until we cried and even indoctrinated our very own Big Sloppy into their fold by dubbing him "FleshHammer".
A conversation with Marc Rizzo
February 28, 2018 04:32 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBThis episode we hang out with the versatile and iconic guitar shredding master Marc Rizzo. Well known in the metal world for his work with Ill Nino, Cavelera Conspiracy, Soulfly, and his prolific instrumental solo albums. We dig into his background, influences, thoughts on the ever changing music industry, his new solo album "ROTATION", and much more. "ROTATION" is available for pre-order HERE, in stores March 30th via Combat Records | EMP Label Group | AMPED in North America, and COMBAT/S...
A conversation with Matt Santoro of Super Bob
February 19, 2018 14:48 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBThis episode we hang out with Matt Santoro, front man for the very unique rock trio Super Bob. Matt rounds out a band that isn't afraid to take chances and say it like they see it. We loved them so much we decided their track Captain Crunch should be part of our new 2018 intro . Join us as we get to know more about Matt, the inner workings of Super Bob, and much more.
A conversation with Fran Strine
February 12, 2018 03:29 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBJoin us for a conversation with Fran Strine. A veteran concert photographer turned film maker that directed the award winning documentary "Hired Gun". http://www.hiredgunthefilm.com/
A conversation with ATG and Garrett of Discrepancies
February 12, 2018 02:57 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBJoin us for a conversation with ATG and Garrett of Discrepancies. An energetic, extremely talented band that are breathing new life into the NuMetal/Rapcore genre. Get the DEBUT Album featuring Dan Marsala and Dub Flow! "The Awakening" available for Pre-Order now: https://invoguerecords.myshopify.com/collections/discrepancies
A conversation with dEMOTIONAL
February 05, 2018 04:44 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBJoin us for a conversation with dEMTOIONAL. An up-rising, promising sextet hailing from Sweden. We discuss their unique style, fashion sense, the new album "Discovery", and much more.
A conversation with Mikael Thunborg of The Hawkins
January 29, 2018 05:19 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBThis episode we travel to Arboga, Sweden to chat with Mikael Thunborg of The Hawkins. Mikael discusses the bands origins, their unique sound, cultural differences, the debut album "Ain't Rock n Roll", and more.
A conversation with Matt Knowles of Heirs Of Isildur
December 11, 2017 01:40 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBThis episode we are joined by Matt Knowles, the mastermind behind Heirs Of Isildur. We chat about his extensive music history, refreshing approach to DIY music production, musical style and the unique multi media platform of the new album / comic series "The Crossroads Conundrum".
A conversation with Timo of Kill The Kong
December 04, 2017 03:59 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBThis episode we are joined by Timo of Kill The Kong. A seven piece metal powerhouse hailing from Västerås, Sweden, Kill The Kong have just released their latest album "Colossus". Join us as we talk with Timo about the bands formation, influences, live performances, and more.
A conversation with Boo Rogers of Downfall 2012
November 27, 2017 03:11 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBThis episode we are joined by Boo Rogers, bassist / vocalist for Downfall 2012. Boo gives us some insight on the Texas music scene, his journeys as a musician, the new album “We Welcome The Pain”, and more.
A conversation with Jes Dehoyos of Sons Of Texas
November 27, 2017 02:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBThis episode we are joined by Jes Dehoyos of Sons Of Texas. Jes takes the time while making some guacamole to chat with us about sports, family, life on the road, his band mates, the new album "Forged By Fortitude", and more.
A conversation with Adam Leader of In Search Of Sun 2017
November 20, 2017 02:15 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBThis episode Adam Leader of In Search Of Sun returns to the Honest Brutality studio. Get the inside scoop on the bands growth, the new album "Virgin Funk Mother", future plans and much more.
Live with Tommy Vext
November 06, 2017 00:43 - 10 minutes - 10.3 MBJoin Big Sloppy and Evil for an in person conversation with Tommy Vext. We ran into Tommy at the 2017 Aftershock Festival and he was kind enough to take a few moments to talk with us. We discuss being a sober life coach, his newest musical venture with Bad Wolves and more.
Live with Fozzy at Aftershock 2017
November 06, 2017 00:36 - 8 minutes - 8.27 MBJoin Big Sloppy for an in person conversation with "The Duke" Rich Ward of Fozzy, recorded live at the 2017 Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA. Get the new album "Judas" everywhere music is available now!
Live with New Years Day at Aftershock 2017
November 06, 2017 00:18 - 7 minutes - 7.39 MBJoin Camera Rebel for an in person conversation with Ash Costello of New Years Day, recorded live at the 2017 Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA. New Years Day played an amazing, high energy set that blew our doors off, and Ash is quite possibly one of the coolest humans we've met.
Live with Hollywood Undead at Aftershock 2017
November 06, 2017 00:10 - 9 minutes - 9.27 MBJoin Evil for an in person conversation with J-Dog and Charlie Scene of Hollywood Undead, recorded live at the 2017 Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA. Get the new album "V" everywhere music is available now!
Live with He Is Legend at Aftershock 2017
November 05, 2017 23:59 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBJoin Camera Rebel for an in person conversation with Schuylar Croom and Matty Williams of He Is Legend, recorded live at the 2017 Aftershock Festival in Sacramento CA. Check out their new album "Few" available everywhere you get your music now.
Live with Butcher Babies at Aftershock 2017
November 05, 2017 23:41 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MBJoin our very own Big Sloppy for an in person conversation with Henry Flury and Chase Brickenden of The Butcher Babies, recorded live at the 2017 Aftershock Festival in Sacramento CA. The Butcher Babies put on an explosive show at this years event, and we were there to catch it! Check out the new album "Lilith" available everywhere you get your music now.
A conversation with Anthony C. Ferrante
November 05, 2017 23:25 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBThis episode we talk with director, writer, actor, and musician Anthony C. Ferrante. Well known as the man behind the Sharknado films, but his credits extend well into several spooky titles (Boo,The headless Horseman, Hansel and Gretel) that he has written, directed, and acted in. Anthony and actor Robbie Rist are also founding members of the band Quint. An eclectic rock act responsible for several soundtrack favorites including the Romones inspired “(The Ballad of) Sharknado”.
A conversation with Shane White of HammerjacK
October 10, 2017 05:07 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBThis episode we get to know Shane White, drummer for the hard hitting London based band HammerjacK. Shane fills us in on the all things Hammerjack, and gives us some insight into his views on the state of the music industry and it's future. Do yourself a favor and listen to this episode, then go get some HammerjacK in your playlist!
A conversation with Dan Johnson
September 25, 2017 03:48 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBThis episode we get to know Dan Johnson. Dan is a first class A-list drummer, and hired gun in the music industry that regularly tours with powerhouse acts such as Brian “Head” Welch’s "Love and Death" and "Red". We talk with Dan about his influences, challenges, life on the road, the forthcoming "Love and Death" album and much more.
A conversation with Silius
September 25, 2017 03:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBThis episode we travel to the depths of Austria to hang out with Ralph, (Im)Martl, Mex, Haui, and Mottl of Silius. We have a few beers and discuss the bands origins, influences, style, and the new new album "Hell Awakening". Join us and this bad ass group of groove metal thrashers for some laughs and killer music.
A conversation with Melted Vinyl
September 18, 2017 04:11 - 39 minutes - 36.9 MBThis episode we talk with Sam Kritzer, Wolfgang King, Landon Ferris, and Alex Bender of Los Angeles based Melted Vinyl. This group of young men have old souls, and classic sensibilities when it comes to their music. Blending classic rock, blues and modern influences into an entirely new type of rock. Join us as we explore the formation, influences, and future goals of Melted Vinyl.
A conversation with No Resolve
September 11, 2017 03:21 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBThis episode we talk with Oscar James Pegorraro, Jason Hatmaker, Matty Shea, Derek Bjornson, and Dennis Patterson of No Resolve. Hailing from Detroit, No Resolve are a talented, hard working, no nonsense band that are going places fast. The guys talk with us about everything under the sun including their formation, style, influences, struggles and even men in rompers. Check out the conversation and their highly recommended new album Unity.
A conversation with Robert Cosgrove of Sleep Signals
September 05, 2017 00:55 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBThis episode we chat with Robert Cosgrove of Sleep Signals. Sleep Signals have made leaps and bounds in a short time with their dedication, hard work, explosive live shows, extensive touring, and impeccable song writing skills. We discuss topics including: the bands formation, growth, future, Robert stepping into the role of vocalist, the new album At the End of the World, and more. This episode also marks the first time a guest has been stung in the foot while talking with us! Sleep Sign...
A conversation with Erik and Kristofer of Eyes Wide Open
August 28, 2017 03:51 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBThis episode we talk with Erik Engstrand and Kristofer Strandberg of Eyes Wide Open. Hailing from Sweden Eyes Wide Open are an unrelenting metal powerhouse with a fresh approach, incorporating catchy riffs, melodies, and huge choruses into their aggressive sound. Join us as we discuss their influences, trials and tribulations, the new album And So It Begins, and more.
A conversation with Chasing Desolation
August 21, 2017 05:26 - 1 hour - 59 MBThis episode we talk with Seth Perez and Jimmy Strimpel of the Los Angeles CA based band Chasing Desolation. A powerful, dynamic, and well polished act with a refreshing sound, Chasing Desolation are poised to do big things in the music world. We chat with Jimmy and Seth about their influences, training, the state of the industry and more. https://www.facebook.com/ChasingDesolation/ https://chasingdesolation.com/home
A conversation with Fear Control
August 14, 2017 04:39 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBThis Episode we are joined by Kash Sarkaria and Mack Condit from the Austin, TX based Fear Control. Aggressive, powerful, unrelenting, polished, smart and funny, Fear Control are a force to be reckoned with in the modern metal scene. Find out what makes them tick, and where they're headed next with us. Fear Control on the web: http://www.fearcontrol.net Fear Control Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FearControl/ Fear Control Twitter: @FearControlTX
Live with Shattered Sun from Vans Warped Tour 2017
August 07, 2017 03:22 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MBHang out with Evil and Marcos Leal of Shattered Sun at Vans Warped Tour 2017.
Live with Fire From The Gods from Vans Warped Tour 2017
August 07, 2017 03:10 - 6 minutes - 6.58 MBEvil hangs out with AJ Channer of Fire From The Gods for a short, but enlightening conversation back stage at Vans Warped Tour 2017.
Live with Alestorm from Vans Warped Tour 2017
August 07, 2017 02:15 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBThe Butcher spends some time with Christopher Bowes of Alestorm back stage at Vans Warped Tour 2017!
Live with Gwar from Vans Warped Tour 2017
August 07, 2017 00:59 - 3 minutes - 3.76 MBEvil spent a few minutes with Beefcake the Mighty and Pustulus Maximus of the almighty Gwar backstage at Vans Warped Tour 2017. Check out the conversation!
Revenge of the Round Table
August 03, 2017 15:16 - 47 minutes - 44.5 MBThe original Round Table format is back by popular demand! This episode the boys return to discuss topics including Gene Simmons patenting, the constant plight of Ivan Moody, working with Otep, Gwar's new song, Body Count's violent video, and much more!
A conversation with Killset
August 02, 2017 03:25 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBThis episode we talk with Luca, Dave Comer, Mark Baker, and James "Jas" Dillon of Killset. A California based band with an eclectic sound, tons of energy, and a great sense of humor. Their newly released sophomore album "S.T.F.U" is an eclectic collection of songs that showcases the bands versatility and talent, including a killer cover of the 90's hip hop hit "jump" by Kriss Kross. Join us for a great conversation and some laughs with the "Chaotic Melodic" Killset. Killset on Facebook: h...
A conversation with GoreSkinCoffin RWMF 2017
July 31, 2017 03:17 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBRedwood MetalFest 2017 Edition Get to know GoreSkinCoffin. These Ukiah, CA natives take brutality to the next level with their no holds barred metal. The Redwoods will never be the same once this scorching quartet fires up at The Redwood MetalFest! We get to know the guys, and find out what makes them tick. GoreSkinCoffin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goreskin.coffin/ https://goreskincoffin1.bandcamp.com/releases Redwood MetalFest Event Page
A conversation with Niviane RWMF 2017
July 31, 2017 03:04 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBRedwood MetalFest 2017 Edition Get to know the Sacramento power metal power house Niviane! A sonic sound and soaring vocals will emanate from the stage at The Redwood MetalFest when this five piece act takes the stage. In this episode we discuss their formation, influences, and future. Niviane on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nivianemetal/ Niviane on the web: https://www.niviane.com/ Redwood MetalFest Event Page