Metal Robot Podcast
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago -The podcast about all things metal, and everything in between!
Hosted by Tom McKay and features the world of metal in all its glory! Since 2016 he's been giving it all to the world of metal music and gone through the many sub-genres of metal to hear the best (and worst) of the bunch. Now since 2020, he's been taking this love of metal to the audio world, and bringing his unique spin on the heaviest, filthiest, and even most unique metal you've ever heard. From reviews of the latest in metal music, to engaging interviews with metal's rising stars, you can find it all on the show. And if that's not enough, Tom also dives into the week's biggest and funniest metal news you may have missed. The show is a mix of all that and so much more. Hit subscribe, and let's jump into the pit.
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Travis Scott is responsible for the Astroworld incident, here's why! | MRP #016
December 12, 2021 20:50 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2021-12-11) In this episode, we talk about the Astroworld situation, why we shouldn't forget about it, who's to blame, and what we can do to hold the guilty accountable. Big thanks to Lindsay Schoolcraft and Sam Astaroth for speaking to me about this over the phone and their valuable insight! Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Like MRR on Facebook: http...
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2021... so what? | MRP #015
July 15, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2021-07-15) The inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2021 were recently announced, but does it really matter as a whole? Also reviews of latest releases, and finally we talk about bad reviews and how to deal with them. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Like MRR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theMetalRobot Follow MRR on Twitter: ht...
Best Female Fronted Metal Bands! (w/ Collin Sterling) | MRP #014
June 26, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2021-06-26) In this brand new episode of MRP, I sit down with Collin Sterling of Thrashers Paradise to talk about our favourite female fronted metal bands and why they're awesome. I also get a couple of reviews done from May 28th releases, and we ask the question "What is the best 'so bad it's good' music video?" Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Like ...
How to get into YouTube, reviews, and "What are you listening to?" | MRP #013
April 14, 2021 16:02 - 1 hour - 110 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2021-04-14) In this episode, we sit down with TheMetalTris on YouTube to talk about his channel, as well as tips about YouTube. Then we do some metal reviews, and finally we sit down with Collin Sterling of Thrashers Paradise to ask the question "What have you been listening to?" Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Like MRR on Facebook: https://www.faceb...
"How to get into Twitch (w/ SunfyreTV & Thomasfrank93), Let's talk about Epica's "Omega"" | MRP #012
March 07, 2021 17:12 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2021-03-07) On this episode of the podcast, I sit down with two Twitch streamers, SunfyreTV and Thomasfrank93 to talk about Twitch, how to get into it, their experiences and so much more. I also do a review for the first time on the podcast, talking about Epica's latest album "Omega". Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Like MRR on Facebook: https://www....
The Misadventures of Jon Schaffer (w/ Curtis Dewar) | MRP #011
January 28, 2021 19:09 - 43 minutes - 59 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2021-01-27) In the first ever live edition of the Metal Robot Podcast, I sat down with Curtis Dewar to talk about Jon Schaffer at "The Trump Inssurection" that took place on January 6th, 2021. We talk about the reactions of fans and even the associated bands. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Like MRR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theMetalRobot...
DMCA vs Twitch, and Shootin’ the S**t w/ Collin Sterling | MRP #010
November 19, 2020 15:13 - 1 hour - 107 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2020-11-19) A longer episode, but for good reason. In this episode we talk about the DMCA's impact on Twitch musicians, and then I sit down with Collin Sterling of Thrashers Paradise to talk about whatever and have a good time, before derailing into making fun of Deftones’ Stephen Carpenter for being an idiot. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Like MRR...
Get a Twitter, Stupid!!! (w/ Curtis Dewar) | MRP #009
September 19, 2020 21:31 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2020-09-19) I've been doing a lot of work on the website and have noticed that many press releases have bands/artists who are missing Twitter as one of their social media platforms. Why is that? And how bad can that be? I sit down with Curtis Dewar of Dewar PR and the "Dumb & Dumbest Podcast" to talk more about it. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Tim...
How to do a "Socially Distant Concert" (feat. Collin Sterling) | MRP #008
September 11, 2020 12:15 - 24 minutes - 34 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2020-09-11) Given that I've talked quite a bit about socially distant concerts in previous episodes of the podcast, I figured it would be best to talk to my good friend Collin Sterling of Thrashers Paradise as he recently hosted a "socially distant" live acoustic metal concert. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:03 - Sociall...
Lindsay Schoolcraft talks "Worlds Away" | MRP #007
August 28, 2020 21:24 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2020-08-28) I sit down over the phone with Lindsay Schoolcraft to talk about her upcoming atmospheric harp album "Worlds Away", and then I talk about the biggest problem metal ACTUALLY faces Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:02 - Lindsay Schoolcraft talks "Worlds Away" 25:07 - Why metal is falling behind 35:49 - Outro ----...
Dear Spotify... | MRP #006
August 05, 2020 09:40 - 44 minutes - 61 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2020-08-05) The Spotify CEO has said some things recently that are not only ignorant, but glue sniffingly stupid! Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Brutally Delicious Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUjDD47XpsI Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:04 - Should band members be replaced? 13:32 - Weird Interview Questions 23:57 - You Shouldn't Make Music T...
Tobias is an Idiot! | MRP #005
May 22, 2020 19:37 - 31 minutes - 42.5 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (2020-05-22) On todays episode, we talk about the lawsuit the band "Ghost" has filed with the vodka brand "Ghost" despite being around before Ghost put out a single album. Then we take a look at socially distant concerts and how Spotify isn't the best source of revenue. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8blX3YnHDG9e9_E9KjPK6g See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - The Lawsuit is a...
Let's talk about Programmed Drums | MRP #004
April 26, 2020 07:01 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (April 26, 2020) Today we talk about why programmed drums can be used in certain situations, Wes Scantlin's viral video, and how metal compares to classical and jazz music. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bl... See this and more at https://themetalrobot.com Puddle of Mudd "About A Girl" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiwxiiZ01L8 Timestamps: 00:28 - Let's talk Programmed Drums 03:00 - Why you would prefer Live Drums 05:...
Don't Trust Ticketmaster! (w/ The Reverend) | MRP #003
April 17, 2020 14:16 - 57 minutes - 79.3 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (April 17, 2020) On this episode, I sit down with Shawn Sexton (aka The Reverend) to talk about the mess Ticketmaster is in and why it might not matter in the end, then I talk about online critics and fair use, followed by looking at whether or not Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bl... See this and more at = themetalrobot.com Follow Shawn Sexton! https://www.facebook.com/TheReverendRadioShow/ https://twitter.com/R3vrend https:/...
Musicians Should Be Active, and What We Miss! | MRP #2
April 01, 2020 14:00 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (April 1, 2020) On this episode, we bring on Curtis Dewar of DewarPR and the "Dumb & Dumbest" Podcast to expand on what musicians can do during self-isolation. He's followed by Collin Sterling of "Thrashers Paradise" to talk about online content creation and talk about the metal world we love and want back soon. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bl... See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Check out the "Dumb & D...
Musicians Should Be Active, and What We Miss! (w/ Curtis Dewar and Collin Sterling) | MRP #002
April 01, 2020 14:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (April 1, 2020) On this episode, we bring on Curtis Dewar of DewarPR and the "Dumb & Dumbest" Podcast to expand on what musicians can do during self-isolation. He's followed by Collin Sterling of "Thrashers Paradise" to talk about online content creation and talk about the metal world we love and want back soon. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bl... See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Check out the "Dumb & D...
How to help Musicians in Self-Isolation! | MRP #1
March 25, 2020 11:42 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (March 25, 2020) On the very first episode of the Metal Robot Podcast, we look at the many ways musicians can keep active during the Coronavirus outbreak, and how listeners can help as well. As well, we ask the question of whether or not bands should evolve their sound, and what the risks of doing so are. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bl... See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Timestamps: 0:36 = How to help...
How to help Musicians in Self-Isolation! | MRP #001
March 25, 2020 11:42 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBThe Metal Robot Podcast (March 25, 2020) On the very first episode of the Metal Robot Podcast, we look at the many ways musicians can keep active during the Coronavirus outbreak, and how listeners can help as well. As well, we ask the question of whether or not bands should evolve their sound, and what the risks of doing so are. Subscribe for Reviews, Interviews and MORE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8bl... See this and more at = https://themetalrobot.com Timestamps: 0:35 = How to help...