Murder Metal Mayhem
379 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★ - 34 ratingsIf you dig murder and heavy metal mixed with a dose of mayhem, then this is the podcast for you! Hosts Pete Altieri, Chris Shawback, and Joey Cashman use their own brand of humor to provide a unique listening experience on a variety of dark subjects such as serial killers, true crime, mobsters, and more. The guys take turns sharing their metal knowledge and feature a band in the metal segment, plus other guests who tell hilarious stories of mayhem, Killer Cage Matches, karaoke destruction, and much more!
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Episodes
Episode 25 - Pass the Pea Soup
October 04, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBPete and Chris start the Halloween season out right with a feature on the 1949 possession that inspired a horror classic - The Exorcist. Plus a live CK call in for a discussion on heavy metal documentaries, plus an interview with Alex from Krotchripper, Brian Uziel of Chewdog Design discusses the art for Pete's new book, and another brutalization of a karaoke song.
Episode 24 - Bloodshed in the Country - Special Show!
September 27, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 38.8 MBPete and Chris recount the brutal outdoor show on September 1st in Colfax, Illinois - Bloodshed in the Country 2. They're joined in studio by Bonesaw, singer for of Murder Complex, the guy behind the event. They spin live cuts from most of the bands, plus hilarious interviews and commentary. It's a blast to hear the funny stuff going on at an outdoor metal show where people are drinking all day and night! Lots of hilarious antics like butt chugging beers on stage, a deep throat contest a...
Episode 23 - From Russia . . . With Blood
September 20, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBPete and Chris are bludgeoning things once again, but this time with a gruesome feature of the Cannibal of Siberia. It's a sick and twisted ride into the hellish Russian apartment where Sasha and his mother raped, murdered, and ate more than 80 children over five years. Cashman from Goremonger is in the studio for some added sickness. Plus, a discussion live with CK on US thrash metal - a little east vs west coast action. A look back at the killer Full Terror Assault show, three awesome ne...
Episode 22 - Torso Tuesday
September 13, 2018 05:00 - 2 hours - 55.5 MBPete and Chris get down in the trenches with a gruesome feature on the Cleveland Torso Murders. It's a look back at one of the most intriguing unsolved murders in US history. Pete explains an odd coincidence that occurred to him on 9/11/01 as they record this episode on 9/11/18. Plus a segment with CK on Queensryche, a look back at Full Terror Assault, an interview with Acts of Swine, plenty of mayhem to make a nun blush, and another karaoke beat down to bring a tear to your eye. Music by...
Episode 21 - Brutality in the Basement
September 06, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBPete and Chris dish out the deviant content once again with a feature on the sadistic killer, Gary Heidnik, who was the real life inspiration for Buffalo Bill from Silence of the Lambs. Joey Cashman from Goremonger joins them in the studio for a rundown of the big Bloodshed in the Country show and the Full Terror Assault 3-day event. Plus a segment with CK on Bruce Dickinson, an interview with the band Skitzo, plenty of new mayhem and of course another dose of karaoke destruction. Music by ...
Episode 20 - Celebration of Sickness (20th show)
August 30, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.1 MBPete and Chris hammer out their 20th episode in all its brutal glory! A feature on the S & S Liquors triple homicide in Bloomington, Illinois during the 80's. Plus CK does a live call in to discuss horrible albums by good bands. The Bloodshed in the Country show is detailed with music from the bands peforming plus plenty of mayhem to go around and of course hilarious new karaoke destruction. Music by Krotchripper, Goremonger, Necro Cannibal Ass Grinder, and Vile Cynic. Visit www.MurderMe...
Episode 19 - Blame It On The Metalheads
August 23, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBPete and Chris are slamming it once again and this time with an hour and 50 minute-episode that features the controversial West Memphis Three case. They'll be talking about the events in 1993 up to what the three are doing today. Goremonger is in the studio with them for some extra craziness, a feature on the hardcore/metal influence of Henry Rollins and Black Flag from CK, several hilarious new mayhem stories, and another dose of karaoke destruction. Music by Acheron, Cannibal Corpse, Bla...
Bonus Episode - An Interview with Felipe Balalcazar
August 16, 2018 05:00 - 28 minutes - 13.4 MBPete and Chris Kovacs do an interview on Skype with filmmaker, Felipe Balalcazar, creator of the Death By Metal movie about the band Death, Chuck Schuldiner, and origin of death metal. They talk about the film, Chuck's influence on the genre, and much more.
Bonus Episode - An Interview with Joey Vera
August 14, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBPete does an interview on Skype with bassist Joey Vera of Fates Warning & Armored Saint. They talk about the Saint tour for Symbol of Salvation, the new live Fates Warning album, Joey's rig and live gear set up, Metal Blade Records, and much more.
Episode 18 - Crustin' and Grossin' With the Mentors!
August 09, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 40.3 MBPete and Chris deliver a slice of sickness with an entire 90-minute episode dedicated to the Mentors. It's a crazy ride of sleaze with several interviews, including one with Mentors bassist Dr. Heathen Scum, Mentors filmmaker April Jones, Rick Fisher of Sik Rik Masks who created the El Duce mask, and a funny segment with Chris Kovacs. All the music is from the Mentors! Crustin' and grossin'!
Episode 17 - Ice Ice Baby
August 02, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBPete and Chris are at it again but this week are featuring the brutal contract hitman, Richard "The Ice Man" Kuklinski, who is thought to have killed more than 200 people! Plus an interview with Fates Warning/Armored Saint bassist, Joey Vera, and a feature on their iconic Symbol of Salvation album from Chris Kovacs. Plus more insane mayhem and of course more karaoke destruction.
Episode 16 - Small Town Vigilante Justice
July 26, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBPete and Chris kill it once again with another monster show. They feature the bizarre case of Ken McElroy and some small town vigilante justice. Find out how a horrible bully pays the ultimate price for his acts. Plus a segment on the band Death from Chris Kovacs and an interview with Death By Metal filmmaker, Felipe Balalcazar. Music by Death. www.MurderMetalMayhem.com
Episode 15 - Kids Killing Kids
July 19, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBPete and Chris bring in their 15th episode with a feature on the Boston Boy Fiend, Jesse Pomeroy, the youngest known US serial killer. At 14 years old, Jesse was convicted of murdering two young children and torturing many more in the late 1800's. Plus a funny metal segment with Chris Kovacs on terrible metal albums with cool artwork, more insane mayhem stories from Pete, and of course a classic karaoke beat down. Music by Byzantine, Disgorged, Exodus, and Oz.
Episode 14 - It's Raining Minds
July 12, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBPete and Chris deliver episode 14 with a feature on Billy Milligan and his bizarre 23 personalities. Billy's frightening story was the inspiration for Split and many other books/movies that deal with multiple personalities. They have Pete's daughter, Katie Altieri, in studio as an expert on the subject. The band Pentagram is also featured by Chris Kovacs and Bob Weiss of Shaker's Cigar Bar in Milwaukee is interviewed. Pete discusses his new novel, The Dreadful Lives of Enoch Strange, plus...
Bonus Episode - An Interview with Jeff Gaither
July 06, 2018 05:00 - 24 minutes - 11.5 MBThe complete interview that Pete conducted with artist Jeff Gaither in June 2018. They discuss a variety of topics in this nearly 30-minute interview, such as the new Murder Metal Mayhem logo he just completed, Jeff's incredible serial killer memorabilia collection, his old school techniques to get his artwork recognized, and much more.
Episode 13 - In League With Satan
July 05, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBPete and Chris summon the darkness in this insane 100-minute episode! Their longest show to date. The feature is on Anton LaVey, founder of the Church of Satan. The death metal band, Murder Complex, is in the studio to discuss their new album and the outdoor metal fest they host called Bloodshed in the Country. Also, a vinyl segment on Possessed by Chris Kovacs, Pete's funny "It's Michael" story, and much more! Music by Venom, Possessed, Deicide, and Murder Complex.
Episode 12 - Fun With Ropes
June 28, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBPete and Chris bring it once again with another 90-minute trek into the dark and disturbing with a feature on the The Glamour Girl Slayer, Harvey Glatman. Crazy Mike is in the studio for the entire show and makes some hilarious comments. He tells another hilarious story about the time he was arrested pissing at the Lincoln Memorial in Springfield, Illinois, It's a packed episode with part one of the interview Pete did with artist Jeff Gaither, and a vinyl segment from Chris Kovacs - this t...
Episode 11 - Zodiac-Palooza
June 21, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBPete and Chris dig in deep with an entire episode on the Zodiac killer! Another 90-minute slab of sickness with details of the murders, his disturbing letters and ciphers, and a look at an interesting book written by a man who claims to be the son of Zodiac. There is a short excerpt of an interview they did with artist, Jeff Gaither, and his thoughts on the elusive killer. Music by Torture Killer, Mercyful Fate, Armored Saint, and Low Twelve.
Episode 10 - Medieval Murdering Madness
June 14, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBPete and Chris slam another epic 90-minute episode. Features 15th century Frenchman, Gilles de Rais, who confessed to raping and killing hundreds of children. His Satanic rituals, the grisly killings and more are discussed. Plus an interview with indie filmmaker, Angel Rosa, of Hat City Pictures, a vinyl segment on King's X from Chris Kovacs, more hilarious mayhem stories, and a crazy new karaoke beat down from Pete. Music by Blessed With Pain, Jungle Rot and King's X.
Episode 9 - Bombs Go Boom!
June 07, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBPete and Chris are at it again with another epic 90-minute episode. This time featuring the insane bank heist as told in the Evil Genius series. The tragic story of Brian Wells and his involvement with the heist is also discussed. Plus a vinyl segment by Chris Kovacs on the Galactic Cowboys, hilarious mayhem stories, karaoke boy band destruction, and much more! Music by Cannibal Corpse, Possessed, and Antipathy.
Episode 8 - Killing Because We Care
May 30, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 40.1 MBPete and Chris deliver the goods once again! This episode features Dr. Death, Jack Kevorkian, and his fascinating life story. Also, a vinyl feature on Celtic Frost from Chris Kovacs, hilarious mayhem with Chris' brother, Michael, telling some great stories with the guys in studio. Plus some hilarious new karaoke from Pete and even Chris takes a stab at a bonus track at the very end and much more! Music by Low Twelve, Kevorkian, and Death.
Episode 7 - Black Widow Blues
May 24, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 36.4 MBPete and Chris deal out the decadence once again! Featuring the bi-sexual black widow, Kelly Cochran, who is convicted of killing two but suspected of possibly nine more and feeding one of the victims to her neighbors off her barbecue! Also, a tribute to German thrash metal gods Kreator, Destruction, and Sodom! More from Crazy Mike and his behind-the-scenes antics at Low Twelve shows, another karaoke song to make you spit up your beer and much more! Music by Kreator, Destruction, Sodom, a...
Episode 7 - Black Widow Blues
May 24, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 36.4 MBPete and Chris deal out the decadence once again! Featuring the bi-sexual black widow, Kelly Cochran, who is convicted of killing two but suspected of possibly nine more and feeding one of the victims to her neighbors off her barbecue! Also, a tribute to German thrash metal gods Kreator, Destruction, and Sodom! More from Crazy Mike and his behind-the-scenes antics at Low Twelve shows, another karaoke song to make you spit up your beer and much more! Music by Kreator, Destruction, Sodom, a...
Episode 6 - Mother's Day Mayhem (special show)
May 17, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBPete and Chris deal out the insanity once again in a special Mother's Day Mayhem special. Featuring the Aussie cannibal, Katherine Knight, with all the gruesome details - including a special interview with Australian best-selling author and true crime expert, Amanda Howard. Amanda talks about the Knight case and others, plus a glimpse at her exciting new podcast, Monsters Who Murder. Also another segment on vinyl by Chris Kovacs, metal news around the globe, a crazy new karaoke destruction...
Episode 5 - Ashes to Ashes
May 10, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBPete and Chris do a feature on Peoria serial killer, Larry "Bonecrusher" Bright. Also, the final part of Crazy Mike and his insane story, introduction of the new metal on vinyl segment with Chris Kovacs, and hilarious new karaoke madness. Music by Godking, Ominous and Wormwood.
Episode 4 - You Are What You Eat
May 03, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 30.7 MBA ride into mayhem once again with a feature segment on Baltimore cannibal, Joe Metheny, who fed his victims to customers at his bbq stand. Also the band Event of Collapse is in the studio, plus a new story from Crazy Mike, metal news, hilarious new drunk stories, and an insane new karaoke song from Pete.
Episode 3 - Cannibals Have More Fun
April 26, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 32.2 MBPete and Chris have the metal band, Chalk in the studio on this episode. Featured is the first American cannibal, Alfred Packer, all the way from the late 1800's. Also Crazy Mike stopped by for a classic story from his twisted brain and of course a funny new "metalized" karaoke song from Pete. The fact the episode is 69 minutes long should be no surprise with this demented lineup!
Episode 2 - Woodchipper Love
April 19, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 30.8 MBEpisode 2 features woodchipper killer, Richard Crafts, who inspired the movie Fargo. Also a review of the Judas Priest concert, crazy drunk stories from Hank Williams Jr. and much more.
Episode 1 - Drawing First Blood
April 11, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 31.3 MBThe debut episode of Murder Metal Mayhem! Hosts Pete Altieri and Chris Shawback put their own warped humor on dark and disturbing discussion. Acquitted murderer David Hendricks is featured, as well as the final Slayer tour, new Judas Priest album, and crazy stories of mayhem.