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InObscuria Podcast

Kevin Williams, Tareq
Rock Music
Halloween
Spacehog
Acoustic Music
Helloween
Hüsker Dü
Punk Rock
Grunge
Punk Music
Alternative Rock
90s Music
Metal Music
Minnesota Music Scene
Glam Rock
Thrash Metal
Type O Negative
Halloween Music Covers
Rock Concerts
Heavy Metal
Gothtober

An Exhumation of Obscure ROCK n' PUNK n' METAL! A Podcast where we discuss the Forgotten, the Lost, & the Should Have Beens. If it's left-of-center and it rocks; we cover it!

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This week, we are talking about bands that have rock stars in them: Supergroups and Offshoots. We once again discuss how a band consisting of well-known artists from other bands does not always equal great success. Dive in with us as we discuss and l... more

This week, we’ve got the touch. We’ve got the power. There’s no easy way out, but we won’t stop believin’! Oh yeah, it’s time once again for some of that amazingly inspirational AOR arena rock montage music! This time around, it has a St. Patty’s Day... more

This week, we promote awareness of “Shoe The World Day – March 15” by visiting a long-forgotten genre that emerged in the late 80s – early 90s. A genre that exploited obscured vocals, guitar distortion, effects, feedback, and overwhelming volume: SHO... more

This week we’re talking about that guy again… The 2nd episode focused on EDGUY in another edition of our “Grave Mistakes: They Shoulda Been Huge!!!”. A German power metal band that Kevin affectionately calls “Helloween Jr.”. This episode starts at th... more

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Recent Guests

Bobby J
HVAC technician and musician with roots in Southern Rock
Episode: Ep. 309: Southern Crossroads
Chris Sinczak
Host of Desperate Geek Podcast
Desperate Geek Podcast
Episode: Ep. 307: FIRE! - Old Smyrna Firehouse 10th Anniversary
Eerie Von
Musician and artist associated with the Misfits and Danzig.
Solo Artist
Episode: Ep. 305: EERIE VON - Songs From The Road
Anne Nermy
A witch friend of Robert and a participant in the Gothtober discussion
Episode: Ep. 304: Chorus Of The Coven
Kent Aberle
Drummer for Blackberry Smoke and former member of Big Jack Pneumatic
Blackberry Smoke
Episode: Ep. 300: BJP REUNION featuring Brandon Still & Kent Aberle from Blackberry Smoke
Brandon Still
Keyboardist for Blackberry Smoke and former member of Big Jack Pneumatic
Blackberry Smoke
Episode: Ep. 300: BJP REUNION featuring Brandon Still & Kent Aberle from Blackberry Smoke
Jeremy Patterson
Long-time listener and new guest
Episode: Ep. 297: WILD CARD featuring Jeremy Patterson
Joel Ellis
Singer and musician with past affiliations with bands such as Cats In Boots and Heavy Bones
Cats In Boots, Heavy Bones
Episode: Ep. 296: JOEL ELLIS - Songs From The Road
Mighty K
Co-host appeared sporadically throughout the episode.
InObscuria Podcast
Episode: Ep. 295: 2025 Tony Awards – New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal

Hosts

Kevin Williams
Co-host of InObscuria Podcast; known for curating and discussing obscure rock, punk, and metal, with strong song selection and banter.
Robert Harrison
Co-host; encyclopedic knowledge of rock history, provides context and reactions to picks and guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • One of the best music podcasts out there!

    Give this podcast a listen. You will not be disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew From The 603
    United States2 years ago
  • Listen to this podcast if you love music!

    Huge fan over here!!! Every dang episode is a banger. Two down to earth guys talking about music and playing songs for us to enjoy. Long live rock, punk and ME TAHL!!!! Kevin and Robérto will entertain you I promise! Listen to it and become part of the cult, I mean family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mightyk27
    United States2 years ago
  • Addicting

    I was never really a podcast guy in the past. Got into it with Pod of Thunder and got turned on to InObscuria through their show. So glad I started listening to Kevin and Robert on a weekly basis. I’ve always enjoyed finding new music that is not considered mainstream and each week I find something I can further explore by listening to them. Extremely knowledgeable and always entertaining. My work week ends on a high note with InObscuria every Friday. A fan for life ! Keep the obscure coming guy... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wickedlester68
    United States3 years ago
  • Great deep dive podcast!

    Really great podcast for finding out about bands you may have missed out on, or for deep dives into bands, genres and scenes you already knew about. Obviously, it’s a weekly show so not every week is gong to be something you really dig, but they’ve turned me on to a lot of music i love that I hadn’t heard before.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mfkfnfjrntk
    United States3 years ago
  • I feel like this review should go to 11. Easily one of the best podcasts out there. Always entertaining (with two amazing hosts), a lot of great music discovery, and honestly... honestly a show I look forward to each week. Love it so much I had to build a playlist for all the great music they bring to me. Way better than radio, and way more than a podcast. And they use exhumation on their website. That's always worth something.

    Podchaser
    5
    SeanGeekPodcast
    3 years ago

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Listeners praise deep music discovery and the hosts' chemistry.
Episodes are consistently entertaining and informative for rock/metal/punk fans.
Fans appreciate the focus on obscure bands and genres.
Promos and guest appearances are seen as valuable for cross-promotion and new music discovery.

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Ep. 317: Covers From Beyond!!! - 80s vs 90s
Q: What do you think about the longevity of 80s pop bands versus 90s bands?
80s pop bands seem to have a little better longevity compared to many bands from the 90s, which saw many members pass away or bands disband.
Ep. 317: Covers From Beyond!!! - 80s vs 90s
Q: How do you feel about bringing back the 80s vibe today in music?
It's interesting how 80s music has made a resurgence with bands covering those classics for today's audience.
Ep. 313: Shallow Graves: Captain's Digs '25
Q: What band have we not played in nearly two years?
Hosts discuss the band The Damn Truth and their new self-titled album.
Ep. 313: Shallow Graves: Captain's Digs '25
Q: So what are you doing for New Year's?
One of the hosts is going to Florida, while another is hosting a party at home.
Ep. 305: EERIE VON - Songs From The Road
Q: What direction are you going this time around?
I don't know. I never see. I just write the songs as they come and pick out what fits in the mix.

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A deep-dish music discovery show that centers on obscure and crossover rock, punk, and metal scenes. Episodes repeatedly highlight under-the-radar bands, rare subgenres, and historical micro-scenes, paired with personal banter and real-world anecdotes from seasoned hosts. A notable strength is its blend of meticulous music history, curated track picks, and guest appearances from figures connected to the broader rock ecosystem, which often leads to cross-promotion opportunities for artists and related brands. The format tends to favor enthusiasts who love digging into niche catalogs, backstories, and the human sides of the music world, while still delivering approachable context for curious newcomers.

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Recent guests on InObscuria Podcast include:

1. Bobby J
2. Chris Sinczak
3. Eerie Von
4. Anne Nermy
5. Kent Aberle
6. Brandon Still
7. Jeremy Patterson
8. Joel Ellis

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