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The Growl Podcast - The Most Brutal Podcast on Earth

The Growl Podcast
Death Metal
Acid Bath
Goatwhore
Cannibal Corpse
Arachnid Cabinets
Endorsements
John Longstreth
Brutality
Suffocation
Immolation
Morta Skuld
Deicide
Six Feet Under
NAMM
Made In America
Rob Calhoun
Angelcorpse
Origin
Nick Barker
Tampa, Florida

The Growl Podcast takes a different approach to sit-downs. I like to focus on the musician behind the music and the personality behind the musician. I want to take an hour or two and really dive into each individual, what they have been through, and what makes them who they are, all while having a good time and having a few laughs. There is so much more to the person than the instrument and bands ... more

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Nick is undoubtedly one of the best extreme drummers ever. From his time in Cradle of Filth and Dimmu Borgir to his runs with Testament, Exodus, and Brujeria, Nick has pioneered extreme drumming and set the bar to the highest level. Nick's health too... more

There are few as multi-talented and backed with charisma like Snowy Shaw. This episode covers a great deal of Snowy's history...which makes it impossible to cover it all in only a couple of hours. This episode could have gone on for 8 hours, and we w... more

John Longstreth is....no joke. Such a tremendous talent and knowledge in the drumming world. A pioneer, leader, pillar, and carrier of the extreme drumming torch. John has spent time with elites in the music world for several decades and shows absolu... more

Matt Harvey has been a solid figure in the extreme metal world since the formation of Exhumed in 1990. Where some artists slow down with age, Matt has put the pedal to the floor. That last decade has been a flurry of killer projects from Gruesome, Co... more

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Nick Barker
Drummer known for Cradle of Filth, Dimmu Borgir, Brujeria, Lock Up
Musician
Episode: Nick Barker | Cradle of Filth, Dimmu Borgir, Brujeria, Lock UP | Surviving Kidkey Failure | Ep 23
Snowy Shaw
Musician with a career spanning King Diamond, Mercyful Fate, Dimmu Borgir, Momento Mori, Candlemas, and solo projects
Independent musician
Episode: Snowy Shaw | King Diamond, Mercyful Fate, Momento Mori, Dimmu Borgir | Book of Heavy Metal | Ep22
John Longstreth
Drummer known for Angelcorpse, Malefic Throne, Origin
Episode: John Longstreth | Origin, Malefic Throne, Skinless, Gorguts | Elevating Death Metal Drumming | Ep21
Matt Harvey
Guitarist and primary songwriter for Exhumed/Gruesome
Exhumed, Gruesome
Episode: Matt Harvey | Exhumed, Gruesome, Left to Die | New Exhumed & Tribute to Chuck Schuldiner Ep20
Rob Calhoun
Founder of Arachnid Cabinets and Wurm Flesh
Arachnid Cabinets / Wurm Flesh
Episode: Rob Calhoun | Arachnid Cabinets | Wurm Flesh | Ep19
Jack Owen
Musician, guitarist known for Cannibal Corpse, Deicide, Six Feet Under
Cannibal Corpse, Deicide, Six Feet Under
Episode: Jack Owen | Cannibal Corpse | Deicide | Six Feet Under | Ep18
Dave Gregor
Guitarist and vocalist of Morta Skuld, veteran death metal musician
Morta Skuld
Episode: Dave Gregor | Morta Skuld | The Early Days of Death Metal | The Future of Death Metal | Ep17
Zack Simmons
Drummer for Goatwhore and Acid Bath, veteran of the extreme metal scene
Goatwhore, Acid Bath
Episode: Zack Simmons | Acid Bath and Goatwhore | The ReBirth of Acid Bath and Growth of Extreme Music | Ep16
Scott Reigel
Legendary vocalist associated with Brutality
Brutality
Episode: Scott Reigel | Brutality | Pioneering Florida Death Metal | Ep15

Hosts

CR Pettit
Host of The Growl Podcast - The Most Brutal Podcast on Earth; appears across multiple episodes with a strong emphasis on deep-dive interviews and personal storytelling.
Chad
Host of The Growl Podcast with emphasis on brutal, candid conversations; often co-host in episodes with guests from extreme metal.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Frank Mullen 🤘

    Loads of metal podcasts out there but seeing Frank Mullen on the list got me hooked. Kin, love this show 🤘🤘

    Apple Podcasts
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    steels-a-tron
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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A4: Honest, vulnerability-driven storytelling from guests.
A3: Loud, clear discussions with strong industry anecdotes.
A1: Deep, interview-heavy with authentic stories.
A2: Great access to veteran metal musicians and production insights.
A5: Consistently high production quality and guest variety.

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Pierce Pierce | Skeletal Remains, Ænigmatum , UADA, Session Drumming, Aliens & Ancient History Ep13
Q: Can you share about the tornado incident and its impact on you and the tour?
During a tour, a tornado hit the venue just as Skeletal Remains were about to perform; we hid underground, the venue roof collapsed, and it was a life-changing, traumatic event that led to therapy and a renewed perspective on safety and resilience.
Pierce Pierce | Skeletal Remains, Ænigmatum , UADA, Session Drumming, Aliens & Ancient History Ep13
Q: What was your first gateway for Death Metal?
I was drawn to bands like Slayer, Metallica, Cannibal Corpse, and the early Death Metal scene; the brutality and complexity hooked me early on.
Pierce Pierce | Skeletal Remains, Ænigmatum , UADA, Session Drumming, Aliens & Ancient History Ep13
Q: When did you start playing?
I started around eight or nine years old, with pots and pans, then got a real drum set and began learning rudiments and basic cadences.
Zack Simmons | Acid Bath and Goatwhore | The ReBirth of Acid Bath and Growth of Extreme Music | Ep16
Q: What's your perspective on potential new music from Acid Bath or related collaborations?
Open to it if the right opportunity arises; staying in the groove and creative mindset is key, and collaborations could happen when everyone's in the right space.
Zack Simmons | Acid Bath and Goatwhore | The ReBirth of Acid Bath and Growth of Extreme Music | Ep16
Q: How important is your live crew and the overall backstage dynamic to the band's success?
Very important; a professional, friendly crew that's on time and works well together allows the show to go smoothly and supports the band's performance.

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A deep-dive interview style show that centers on the person behind the instrument. Episodes routinely explore career milestones, touring chaos, personal challenges, and the evolving extreme metal scene, often balanced with candid humor and behind-the-scenes industry realities. Notable strengths include long-form conversations with renowned extreme metal figures, focus on craft, resilience, and entrepreneurial angles within the music world. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want authentic, human stories from seasoned musicians and production professionals, and for potential guests or sponsors seeking access to a dedicated, knowledgeable audience.

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1. Nick Barker
2. Snowy Shaw
3. John Longstreth
4. Matt Harvey
5. Rob Calhoun
6. Jack Owen
7. Dave Gregor
8. Zack Simmons

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