For the Season 3 finale Andrew takes a closer look at a genre he overlooked at first. But will it be a little too hardcore for Don? Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Compelled to Copulate” by Despised Icon “Laid to Rest” by All Shall Perish “In Dying Days” by A…

Don takes over researching duties and throws Andrew a bit of a curveball for the second to last episode of Season 3. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Good Times Are So Hard to Find” by Blue Cheer “Mongoose” by Fu Manchu “Power Trip” by Monster Magnet “Vidage” …

Episode Summary: A list of 70’s metal vocalists that doesn’t include Ozzy? Bring on the hate mail. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Lost in Hollywood” by Rainbow (Graham Bonnet) “Mirrors” by Angel (Frank Dimino)* “Back in the Saddle” by Aerosmith (Steven Tyler…

Andrew and Don retrace Sepultura’s rapid ascent and investigate why lead singer Max Cavalera suddenly left the band in 1996. Get a taste of Cavalera-era Sepultura with a sampling of 10 songs across 6 albums. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Bestial Devastation…

After a reasonably “metal” group of nominees in 2022, the Grammys appear to have completely lost the thread again. Andrew and Don break it all down and share their picks and predictions for 2023. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Call Me Little Sunshine” by Gho…

Andrew and Don investigate why Thin Lizzy is still viewed as a one or two hit wonder when almost all of their albums are so damn good. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “The Rocker” by Thin Lizzy “Sha La La” by Thin Lizzy “Suicide” by Thin Lizzy “Emerald” by Thi…

We’ve talked about Ministry. Now let’s dig a little deeper into the genre that Al Jourgensen helped create. This is the last episode of 2022 but The Heavy will be back in just a few short weeks for the second half of Season 3. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “…

Eight albums to satisfy the angsty teenager in all of us. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Bonus Playlist: 1996 Metal https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3KBjgGAyM0raJDk8PZ6yQ4?si=8d1c5138cb7a4bdd Workout Playlist: “Ænima” by Tool “13 Steps to Nowhere” by Pantera “Roots Bloody Roo…

The Heavy gets you primed for The Original Misfits tour by revisiting the Glenn Danzig era and the founding of the horror punk subgenre. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “She - Original 7” Version” by Misfits “Last Caress” by Misfits “We Are 138” by Misfits “At…

Andrew recounts the truly messed up origin story of the Norwegian Black Metal scene, then dives into one of The Heavy’s most interesting Workout Playlists to date. Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Necrolust” by Mayhem “From the Dark Past” by Mayhem “War” by Bu…

Andrew and Don look at 5 bands who replaced iconic singers, to varying degrees of success Season 3 Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Never Say Die” by Black Sabbath “Die Young” by Black Sabbath “House of Pain” by Van Halen “Good Enough” by Van Halen “Room for One More” …

And we’re back! To kickstart the season, Andrew and Don dig up a little dirt on Vince, Tommy and the gang, but mostly just enjoy some feelgood tunes. Season 3 Spotify Playlist (Part 1): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 Workout Playlist: “Live Wire” by Mötley Crüe “Take Me to the Top” by Mötley Crüe “Basta…

Andrew goes old school for the final episode of Season 2, looking back at the debut albums for each of the big 4 thrash metal bands (Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer). Thanks to everyone who has come down the road with us this far. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd0454…

After freeloading for 2 seasons, Don finally brings a topic of his own. Let’s see if he can tell Andrew something he doesn’t already know about Eddie Vedder and the formation of Pearl Jam. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 Workout Playlist: “Hunger Strike” by Temple of t…

Let's take a closer look at Type O Negative’s discography and their enigmatic frontman, Peter Steele. Just don’t take a closer look at any of their album art.Oleh The Heavy

Andrew and Don discuss this year’s nominees for Best Metal Performance, their personal favourites and who they think will actually win. Also, a few great songs that were snubbed and deserve your attention. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 Workout Playlist: “Genesis” by …

What better way to present the highly visual art of shock rock than with an audio podcast? Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 Workout Playlist: “Fields of Regret” by Alice Cooper “Return of the Spiders” by Alice Cooper “Caught in a Dream” by Alice Cooper “I’m Eighteen” by…

The Heavy’s first top 10! Andrew presents a complete, objective, unimpeachable list of the 10 best metal guitar solos ever. Please send all messages of agreement and/or congratulations to theheavypod@gmail.com Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 Workout Playlist: “Winter M…

Before Blink 182, Green Day and The Offspring, there was Bad Religion and Epitaph Records. The Heavy goes all the way back to 1980 to find the roots of the southern California punk scene. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 Workout Playlist: “Suffer” by Bad Religion “News …

The Heavy explores the very niche genre of pirate metal, including Running Wild, Alestorm and many more. So pour yourself an ale, kick back and enjoy. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 Workout Playlist: “Under Jolly Roger” by Running Wild “Riding the Storm” by Running Wi…

Why is Manowar so much bigger outside of their home country? Andrew tries to answer that question and converts Don into a full-on Manowarrior in the process. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 1): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/59moNNX5Q2WSHcz1w2Qt1o?si=1517c2e42f774e50 Workout Playlist: “Manowar” by Manowar “Kill With Power” by Manowar* “Sign of t…

Picking up where they left off in Season 1, Andrew and Don continue the Ministry story through the Bush trilogy and up to present day. Al proves he is still the king of industrial metal and really, really gross pranks. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 1): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/59moNNX5Q2WSHcz1w2Qt1o?si=1517c2e42f774e50 Workout Playlist: …

Andrew gets into the history of rap/metal collabs starting with Run-DMC and Aerosmith’s “Walk This Way” in 1986. This one's not for the metal purist, but keep an open mind and you’ll discover something great. Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 1): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/59moNNX5Q2WSHcz1w2Qt1o?si=1517c2e42f774e50 Bonus Playlist: Rap/Metal Co…

Andrew and Don explore “the Gothenburg sound” by way of three groundbreaking albums by Swedish bands At the Gates, Dark Tranquility and In Flames. Honorable mention goes to Carcass of Liverpool, England. Links: H.R. Giger’s greatest album covers https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/h-r-gigers-greatest-album-cover-art-16381/ Workout Playli…

Andrew and Don look at the prolific career of B.C. boy Devin Townsend, including his big break with Steve Vai and groundbreaking work with SYL. A hidden gem here for the casual metal fan. Links: Steve Vai and Devin Townsend on the Tonight Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-ynEpNTcVQ&ab_channel=GuillaumeDeblock Loudwire Wikipedia Fact or Fiction…

Andrew scoured the history books (and downloaded way too many movies) to bring you this look back at the most memorable live hard rock and metal band performances in movies. Links: Ozzy's cameo in The Jerky Boys (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmXlwSI2DKw&ab_channel=navy4181 “Hammer Smashed Face” the Disney version (YouTube) https://www.y…

Andrew goes down the rabbit hole on Alice In Chains’ heyday. WARNING: we did not bleep it out. You’ll know it when you hear it. Links: Alice in Chains: the Untold Story by David de Sola https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23014647-alice-in-chains Father Rock clip with Sleze (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3KQ5MBMcdI&ab_channel=NehiStripe…

Andrew tees up the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, circa 1978-1982, also known by the incredibly clunky acronym NWOBHM. Links: Wheels of Steel: the Explosive Early Years of NWOBHM by Martin Popoff https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29074142-wheels-of-steel The New Wave of British Heavy Metal Encyclopedia by Malc Macmillan https://www.goodreads.co…

Season 2 begins on September 14th! In the meantime, Andrew and Don have a quick update on the release schedule, some industry news and... a different kind of epidemic happening in Alberta.Oleh The Heavy

In the Season 1 finale, the guys delve into the craziness of New York’s CBGB club and the American punk scene as a response to some of the bloated, self-important rock of the 1970’s. A big thanks to all of our subscribers for their support - keep spreading the word! Season 2 will start in a just a couple months. Links: New York Rock: From the Rise …

Andrew remembers Children of Bodom’s incredibly talented frontman and stumbles over many Finnish names along the way. If you haven’t listened to CoB before, consider this your primer. Links: Ritchie Blackmore interview https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=zZEKrA_nsc4 Children of Bodom Documentary on YouTube: Chaos Ridden Years https://www.youtube.com/watc…

In this episode, the guys discuss the phenomenon that was MTV's Headbanger’s Ball and its short-lived predecessor, Dee Snider’s Heavy Metal Mania. Andrew recommends some of his favorite music videos of the era. Links: Headbanger’s Ball Uncensored https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3uwHKA-3gQ&ab_channel=Lakanman MTV’s Superock intro (1999) https://www…

In this episode, the guys look at Pantera’s lesser known early albums and their evolution from glam metal wannabes to groove metal pioneers. Links: Reinventing Metal: The True Story of Pantera and the Tragically Short Life of Dimebag Darrell by Neil Daniels https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16043565-ministry Album covers https://www.allmusic.com/…

In this episode, the boys delve into the early metal roots of Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple, their influences and how they shaped the genre. Workout Playlist: “Babe I’m Gonna Leave You” by Led Zeppelin “Communication Breakdown” by Led Zeppelin “Black Sabbath” by Black Sabbath “N.I.B.” by Black Sabbath “Speed King” by Deep Purple “Chil…

In this episode, Andrew gets into Al Jourgensen’s origin story and charts Ministry’s transition from synth pop band to industrial metal mainstay. No shortage of NSFW song or album titles in this one. Links: Ministry: The Lost Gospels According to Al Jourgensen by Al Jourgensen https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16043565-ministry Workout Playlist: …

In this episode, the guys look at Dave Mustaine’s brief but influential time with Metallica and a few songs that overlapped with his new band. Be warned: after you learn the origin of some of the lyrics and guitar riffs, you may never hear them the same way again. Links: Mustaine: A Heavy Metal Memoir by Dave Mustaine and Joe Layden https://www.goo…

In this episode, Andrew recalls the horror of his dad going through his albums and sells Don on a little known 80’s horror gem. In the Workout Playlist section, he highlights his favorite songs from Fastway’s soundtrack. Links: Trick or Treat (1986) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092112/?ref_=fn_al_tt_2 The Collector’s Guide to Heavy Metal by Martin…

In this quick introduction, the guys talk about why they started the podcast and lay out the episode format and release schedule.Oleh The Heavy