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1980s Metal
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Danzig
Def Leppard
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Scream Bloody Gore
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J, Chip, and Tim dig into the heavy rock and metal that defined two decades—from Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin’s pioneering riffs to Mötley Crüe’s sonic excess, the unsung heroes, and the stories behind it all. One album at a time. Let’s relive the magic. www.digmeoutpodcast.com

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What if one of 1985’s most overlooked metal albums was not from the Sunset Strip at all?

This week, Jay, Tim, and Chip dig into Holland’s 1985 Atlantic Records debut, Little Monsters. The album won an 80 percent community runoff, and it became a fir... more

A Swedish band nobody outside Scandinavia ever heard live sounds like it was mixed by people who actually understood 80s post-punk instead of just imitating it. This episode, guest Darren Leach brings his first pick from the 2000s: Cut City's 2007 de... more

Tora Tora beat Metallica in a poll. That alone should tell you something about how this show works.

This 80s Metal episode covers Tora Tora's 1989 debut Surprise Attack, the surprise winner of a four-way Patreon poll against Metallica's Master of Pu... more

Billy Joel in a metal band sounds like a late night joke, but Attila’s lone 1970 album is a lot stranger and heavier than the punchlines suggest. In this episode, we dig into the self titled organ driven proto metal record he cut with drummer Jon Sma... more

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Recent Guests

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Gavin Reid
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Jesse Kavadlo
Rock of Pages author, expert on 80s metal and literature
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Episode: Nothing But a Good Time… or Cold War Therapy?
Daniel Bukszpan
Author of 'Iron Maiden at 50'
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Rikki Rockett
Drummer for Poison and member of Rocket Mafia
Poison, Rocket Mafia
Episode: Rikki Rockett - Interview | 80s Metal Podcast
Alex Williams
Musician with a keen interest in 80s hair metal.
Episode: Glam Metal in the 80s | 80s Metal Podcast
Jim Barber
Music curator and producer, involved with Glam Metal projects.
Cherry Red Records
Episode: Glam Metal in the 80s | 80s Metal Podcast

Hosts

Jason Ziak
Host of Dig Me Out: 70s & 80s Metal, with broader episode history on the Dig Me Out network
Chip Midnight
Co-host with a track record of deep-dives into 70s/80s rock and metal, engaging in detailed discussions and trivia
Tim Minnichie
Co-host, known for historical context and cross-era comparisons across rock and metal

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • More than worthy spin-off to the O.G. Dig Me Out podcast!

    Was pumped to hear you guys were doing an 80s metal Dig Me Out spin-off - first episode on Tesla’s Mechanical Resonance did not disappoint. Looking forward to hearing your opinions on one of my favourite eras of music!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dsven
    Canada3 years ago
  • fantastic podcast

    Love the Dig Me Out guys, they are down to earth, knowledgeable and fun, if you are a fan of 80’s hard rock and metal you’ll “dig” this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leafsfan1980
    Canada3 years ago
  • Excellent DMO content as always!

    If you are a member of the Dig Me Out union, you knew this was coming. (Although I’m pleasantly surprised to see that it’s biweekly.)

    After years of weekly episodes digging into mostly obscure 90s rock, they are digging even deeper back in time to analyze and discuss the metal that blew up the prior decade before it…well…blew up (and indirectly inspired the “grunge” movement).

    These guys are the hardest working podcasters ever and this isn’t even their profession. They put more time and effort... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jerminate
    United States3 years ago
  • Welcome to the Thunderdome!

    I’m excited to hear what these three have in store for this new podcast. Great start with a classic debut from a Sacramento icon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jakubs
    United States3 years ago

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Brings expert depth and lively banter; good for fans of deep dives.
Engaging guests who add regional and historical perspectives to metal and rock.
Consistently well-researched with a strong sense of era and context.
Great crossover of scholarly insight and fan nostalgia, making history feel alive.
Biweekly cadence is appreciated by listeners who want thorough analysis without rushing episodes.

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Nothing But a Good Time… or Cold War Therapy?
Q: How do you approach the lyrics from bands with controversial imagery, like Def Leppard or Twisted Sister?
He explains that he treats lyrics as poetry and representations, recognizing metaphor and context, while acknowledging the era's sexism, and aims to discuss them with nuance rather than condemnation.
Nothing But a Good Time… or Cold War Therapy?
Q: What prompted the idea for your book connecting 80s metal with literary themes?
The author describes a long-standing interest in literature and music, and how the two domains intersected in his life, leading to a project that treats heavy metal as a serious subject for literary analysis rather than mere entertainment.
Rikki Rockett - Interview | 80s Metal Podcast
Q: As somebody into that kind of stuff, I'm going to assume that you've encountered some sort of paranormal activity in your life.
Some that drove me whatever. I'm not so sure that it is the spooky weird thing that we think it is. I think that there's physics at work and we're trying to figure out what that is.
Rikki Rockett - Interview | 80s Metal Podcast
Q: Given your career, are these fly-in dates, are these something that you've done a lot or at all in the past, or is this new to you to fly out for the weekend, play a couple of shows and fly home?
Some. So yeah, so the fly-in dates, I mean, Poison's done a couple of them, but I did quite a few when I had Devil City Angels. So we do some of that.
Lita Ford - Lita | 80s Metal Revisited
Q: What doesn't work for you on the record?
The album lacks cohesiveness and has several mixing issues that overshadow some of the good songwriting within.

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What is Dig Me Out: 70s & 80s Metal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show mines deep cuts and canonical moments from 70s and 80s heavy rock and metal, often pairing track-by-track analysis with personal anecdotes and broader cultural context. Episodes range from neoclassical virtuosity to arena-worthy anthems, with guests and hosts unpacking production quirks, lineup dynamics, and the era's MTV-era tension between image and substance. Noteworthy is the mix of scholarly context, fan-driven nostalgia, and a willingness to revisit obscurities alongside big-name bands, making it engaging for listeners who love both deep historical perspective and lively banter. Potential listeners who want thoughtful genre history, passionate debate, and album-by-album storytelling will likely find this appealing, especiall... more

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