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Disturbing the Priest with Brandon Battick

Brandon Battick
Heavy Metal
Thrash Metal
Black Sabbath
Metallica
Slayer
Pentagram
Ozzy Osbourne
Iron Maiden
Death Metal
Megadeth
Doom Metal
New Wave Of British Heavy Metal
Judas Priest
Music Industry
Metal Music
Sleep
Exodus
Anialator
Infected
Motorhead

Disturbing the priest is a heavy metal podcast hosted by comedian Brandon Battick. The podcast goes over everything heavy metal as well as interviews with metal artists and comedians.

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Forbidden's new album "Forbidden" drops October 23rd! Watch exclusive content on PATREON for only $3 a month! 🔥PATREON🔥: www.patreon.com/c/DisturbingthePriestFollow our socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/disturbingthepriestpodcas... more

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Craig Locicero
Guitarist for Forbidden
Forbidden
Episode: Craig Locicero of Forbidden Full Podcast I Disturbing the Priest
Jim Florentine
Comedian and podcast guest
Episode: Jim Florentine Full Podcast I Disturbing the Priest
Mark Pursino
Musician, Electrocutioner
Electrocutioner
Episode: Mark Pursino of Electrocutioner Full Podcast I Disturbing the Priest
Mem Von Stein
Guitarist of Exumer
Exumer
Episode: Mem Von Stein of Exumer Full Podcast
Jason McMaster
Musician; guest on episode
Broken Teeth / Night Terror / Dangerous Toys
Episode: Defenders Of The Faith Judas Priest Album Review and Songs Ranked (feat Jason McMaster)
James Rivera
Vocalist of Helstar, vampire-inspired performer
Helstar
Episode: James Rivera of Helstar Full Podcast I Disturbing the Priest
Steve Cannon
Singer who joined Hallows Eve during the Keep It True era
Keep It True (booking/singer appearance)
Episode: Death & Insanity: The Story of Hallows Eve
Alex Plotation
The Contrarians contributor
The Contrarians
Episode: Our Favorite Metal Albums from 1985 I Panel Debate
Mark DeVito
Bay Area artist
The Contrarians
Episode: Our Favorite Metal Albums from 1985 I Panel Debate

Host

Brandon Battick
Host of Disturbing the Priest, comedian with a focus on heavy metal culture and artist interviews.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Best demos

    First off the big 4 is just based on record sales period . And one of the best demos was AFTERMATH’s Killing The Future Demo -1987

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests bring varied perspectives, keeping conversations fresh and insightful.
Listeners enjoy deep dives and candid conversations with legendary and contemporary metal figures.
Some episodes may come across as opinion-heavy but remain entertaining and informative.
Humor and storytelling are appreciated alongside technical and historical metal discussions.
The show's energy and guest selection are strong selling points for potential sponsors seeking authenticity in the metal space.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Death & Insanity: The Story of Hallows Eve
Q: How did Hallows Eve transition from Warrior to the Hallows Eve name and sound?
Tommy explains that Warrior's other members wanted a different musical direction, and after absorbing influences from Iron Maiden and the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, he and Stacey steered toward a darker, more aggressive thrash orientation that eventually crystallized as Hallows Eve, including a concerted effort to rehearse and tighten their live performance before changing the band name and identity.
WANTED Full Band Podcast I Disturbing the Priest
Q: How do you see the future sound of Wanted after Cutting Edge?
The next album is envisioned as a sequel in spirit to Cutting Edge, blending a mix of fast, hard tracks with ballads and bluesy tunes, while maintaining a cohesive sound through strong chemistry and a refined production process.
WANTED Full Band Podcast I Disturbing the Priest
Q: What was the process behind writing Chain Reaction compared to Late Attraction and Cutting Edge?
Chain Reaction was written quickly with limited studio time, whereas Late Attraction benefited from more time and chemistry within the band. Cutting Edge involved a more deliberate studio process with careful production and stronger collaboration with their engineer, which enriched the overall sound.
WANTED Full Band Podcast I Disturbing the Priest
Q: How did you guys meet and end up forming Wanted?
The group founded their connection around a Dockin show where Chris was seen as a potential guitarist. Sterling was brought in shortly after, and the chemistry grew through a shared interest in 80s hard rock and metal, leading to a solid lineup.
Anthrax State of Euphoria Album Review and Songs Ranked (feat @OldHead)
Q: What makes State of Euphoria feel different from Anthrax's other records?
Old Head notes the album's heavier, mid-tempo approach and the band's willingness to experiment (like the cello intro on Be All End All) while still delivering strong riffs and tight performances, which gives it a distinct mood from Among the Living and Persistence of Time.

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A heavy metal-focused interview and discussion show led by a comedian host who covers all things metal, from in-depth album chats to guest appearances with musicians and scene veterans. Episodes frequently tackle classic and contemporary metal, production notes, touring memories, and cultural moments shaping the genre, often flavored with humor and personal anecdotes. The show stands out for its candid conversations with prominent metal figures, plus entertaining banter that bridges music talk with guest perspectives from related entertainment angles.

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Recent guests on Disturbing the Priest include:

1. Craig Locicero
2. Jim Florentine
3. Mark Pursino
4. Mem Von Stein
5. Jason McMaster
6. James Rivera
7. Steve Cannon
8. Alex Plotation

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