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Metal Mayhem ROC: Your go to source for everything metal.

Vernomatic Productions
Rock Music
Heavy Metal
Metallica
AC/DC
Heavy Metal Music
Black Sabbath
Bon Scott
Rush
Ozzy Osbourne
The Midnight Devils
Judas Priest
Savatage
Music Industry
New Jersey
Metal Mayhem ROC
Metal Music
Led Zeppelin
Touring
Van Halen
Kiss

Weekly podcast dedicated to supporting heavy metal music in every way possible. Hosted and produced by Jon “The Vernomatic ‘’ Verno, Metal Mayhem Roc presents a blend of feature interviews with heavy metal legends and stars of tomorrow. With in house created content like " The History Of Metal" and " Rock N Roll Detention" the listener, is left both educated and entertained. With an emphasis on pr... more

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Latest Episodes

Andy LaRocque and Pete Blakk join Metal Mayhem ROC to

discuss Lex Legion, a brand-new band featuring fellow King Diamond-era alumni

Mikkey Dee and Hal Patino, along with acclaimed vocalist Nils K. Rue. While the

lineup will be familiar to longtime me... more

Gus G. joins Metal Mayhem ROC to discuss his new solo album Steel

Burner, the legacy of Firewind, and his years performing alongside Ozzy

Osbourne during the Scream era. Gus also reflects on building a 25-year

career around melodic heavy metal, instr... more

YouTube

Venom guitarist Rage Dixon and Six Feet Under guitarist Jack

Owen headline this double episode, breaking down the making of Into Oblivion

and Next To Die. Rage explains how losing two years of recordings forced

Venom to rebuild the album from scratch... more

YouTube

Richie

Faulkner of Judas Priest joins Metal Mayhem ROC to break down Elegant Weapons

and their new album Evolution. Faulkner shares the story behind a track

originally brought into a Priest session—sung by Rob Halford but left off the

record—that ult... more

YouTube

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Recent Guests

Gus G
Guitarist known for Firewind and Ozzy Osbourne-era Scream
Episode: Gus G. on Ozzy, Firewind, and Steel Burner
Jack Owen
Guitarist/Member of Six Feet Under
Six Feet Under
Episode: Venom’s Rage Dixon & Six Feet Under’s Jack Owen Talk New Albums
Richie Faulkner
Guitarist, Judas Priest; member of Elegant Weapons
Judas Priest and Elegant Weapons
Episode: Richie Faulkner (Judas Priest) on Elegant Weapons’ New Album
Brian Greenway
Guitarist of April Wine
April Wine
Episode: Triumph 50th Tour: April Wine + Inside Story w/ Todd Kerns
Todd Kearns
Musician, singer and bassist involved with Triumph show and related projects
Todd Kearns (solo projects and collaborations)
Episode: Triumph 50th Tour: April Wine + Inside Story w/ Todd Kerns
Kurdt Vanderhoof
Metal Church founder
Metal Church
Episode: Metal Church Return: Kurdt Vanderhoof Interview
Bobby Landgraf
New bass player for Corrosion of Conformity
Corrosion of Conformity
Episode: Corrosion Of Conformity: Bobby Landgraf on New Album & Metallica Tour
Jeremy Asbrock
Guitarist in Ace Frehley touring band; longtime Ace collaborator
Ace Frehley Touring Band
Episode: Jeremy Asbrock (Ace Frehley Band) & Wicked (Glam Hard Rock)
Gerard Huerta
Graphic designer behind iconic logos for ACDC, Boston, Blue Öyster Cult, Ted Nugent, Chicago, HBO, Time Magazine, and more
Episode: AC/DC Logo Designer Gerard Huerta on Rock History

Host

Jon The Vernomatic Verno
Host with a long-running presence in the metal scene, known for interviewing legends and steering show topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • April Wine

    Brian Greenway was asked Great Questions But he could say anything.

    A lot of “I guess” “I don’t know” or “I can’t remember “

    Leaving the Audience clueless

    Surprised he wasn’t very Grateful for the opening slot or that the media wanted to interview him. He didn’t even know RUSH status or couldn’t comment on future endeavors.

    The interview get a a five star for

    The questions But not the confused answers from the guest which he laughed about.

    Not know about Darien Lake ??? Mentioned a fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K O BOSSY
    United Statesa month ago
  • Glitch in the Episode

    Great episode!!! But am I missing a segment? Because the episode go from introduction of the guys in the conversation to the main decision.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jwykked
    United States3 years ago
  • The best in the business

    Jon “The Vernomatic” Verno is quickly becoming my go to source for all the latest heavy metal news. Every week the show takes us on a journey through metal history up to and including todays most relevant information about our favorite bands and artists.

    Where other podcasts lack, Metal Mayhem hits the nail on the head with insightful interviews, entertaining content blocks, and most importantly, charisma and excitement. Truly one of the best productions in the metal podcast world, can’t stop ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danny Ukes
    United States4 years ago
  • Wowza!

    Super informative metal show! Never realized Chris’s career was that involved. Great questions and banter with the Vernomatic and Metal Walt! Fan for life of the podcast. Produced to perfection. Keep up the great work! Like Vern says, “keep it heavy”!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzy Hammer
    United States4 years ago
  • Appointment listening

    Metal Mayhem ROC has become a weekly listen for me. Even if the topic doesn't initially interest me, the MMROC crew gets me into it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CALJAMMR
    United States4 years ago

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Guests and hosts are commended for high production quality and thoughtful questions.
Fans appreciate the mix of classic metal history with fresh artist conversations.
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Venom’s Rage Dixon & Six Feet Under’s Jack Owen Talk New Albums
Q: How did Venom approach the Into Oblivion sessions after the technical setback?
They rebuilt from the demos, kept the live feel, and deliberately incorporated ambient elements and unusual time signatures to push the band into a progressive direction while preserving Kronos' iconic voice as the anchor.
Metal Church Return: Kurdt Vanderhoof Interview
Q: How did the new lineup come together and what was the writing process like?
He details meeting Dave Ellefson and Ken Mary, the role of Brian Allen as a David Wayne-influenced vocalist, and a collaborative process where he kept creative control but invited others to shape the songs, leading to a more dynamic yet cohesive record.
Metal Church Return: Kurdt Vanderhoof Interview
Q: Could you take us up to speed from the end of the last album to the beginning of this one?
Kurdt explains that after a tough tour that left everyone unhappy, he shut Metal Church down, only to be drawn back in later when potential collaborators came forward; the reboot involved writing new material while honoring the band's legacy and finding a compatible lineup.
John Corabi: Solo Album, Mötley Crüe & 40 Years in Rock
Q: How did this album come together?
The album was created in a very organic and effortless way, beginning with a collaboration to write songs with Marty Fredriksen and then recording them without any overthinking.
Scott “Wino” Weinrich of The Obsessed on Ritual Arcana: Creativity, Doom Roots, and Collaboration
Q: How do you feel stepping away from the microphone and focusing on guitar instead?
Wino expresses enjoyment in concentrating on guitar work while collaborating closely with his bandmates.

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A fast-moving metal-focused interview show that combines in-depth conversations with legendary players, up-and-coming icons, designers, and industry figures. Episodes often center on career milestones, creative processes, and behind-the-scenes stories from touring, recording, and band dynamics, with a strong emphasis on history, gear, and live performance. Notable strengths include high production values, candid guest moments, and a willingness to cover both classic acts and contemporary projects, making it a must-listen for fans and industry professionals seeking authentic insights and entertainment outside mainstream rock.

What makes it stand out is the blend of veteran rock/metal guests, detailed anecdotes about tours and album-making, p... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Gus G
2. Jack Owen
3. Richie Faulkner
4. Brian Greenway
5. Todd Kearns
6. Kurdt Vanderhoof
7. Bobby Landgraf
8. Jeremy Asbrock

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