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The Heavy Desert Podcast

Daniel Sierras
Godzilla Was Too Drunk To Destroy Tokyo
Cleen
Restless Spirit
Grand Rapids Doomfest
Oogwei
Warlung
Black Belt Jesus
Houston, United States
Gravitoid Doomfest IV
Gravitoid Doomfest
Abrams
Desert Colossus
Austin, Texas
DIY Promotion
Live Venues Austin
Gravitoyd Doomfest
Grim Trophies
Houston
Loon
Mag Magnetic Eye Records

I talk all things in the heavy/desert/stoner rock genre. From interviews, recommendations, and concert reviews. Discover a whole new world of rock music with me, your host, Dan Sierras. And remember, keep digging and you’ll find the underground!

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Today on The Heavy Desert Podcast I take a moment to talk about the future of the show and what to expect for the foreseeable future. Tune in and subscribe!

Today on The Heavy Desert Podcast I welcome vocalist and guitarist Ted Hampton, drummer Larry Hundertmark and bassist Sammy Astolfi of the band Radium Haze to the show. Their debut EP Emission came out in March is full of crushing, heavy riffs! They ... more

Today on The Heavy Desert Podcast I welcome vocalist Adam Weinberg, guitarist Dan Witt, bassist Chris Basile and  “Drummer” Jeff of Black Belt Jesus to the show. In August of 2025, they released their self-titled debut album is a flat out banger! Wit... more

Today on The Heavy Desert Podcast The Gateway to Gravitoyd series concludes as I welcome Ben Bellum, the bassist for Grim Trophies, who will be closing out the after party for this years Gravitoyd Doomfest IV, being held in Houston, Texas on May 2nd ... more

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Ted Hampton
Vocalist and guitarist in Radium Haze
Radium Haze
Episode: Radium Haze
Larry Hundertmark
Drummer in Radium Haze
Radium Haze
Episode: Radium Haze
Sammy Astolfi
Bass in Radium Haze
Radium Haze
Episode: Radium Haze
Adam Weinberg
Vocalist of Black Belt Jesus
Black Belt Jesus
Episode: Black Belt Jesus
Dan Witt
Guitarist of Black Belt Jesus
Black Belt Jesus
Episode: Black Belt Jesus
Chris Basile
Bassist of Black Belt Jesus
Black Belt Jesus
Episode: Black Belt Jesus
Ben Bellum
Member of Grim Trophies, instrumental power trio
Grim Trophies
Episode: Ben Bellum of Grim Trophies
George Baba
Guitar and vocals in Warlung
Warlung
Episode: Warlung
Phil Bennett
Guitar and vocals in Warlung
Warlung
Episode: Warlung

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Dan Sierras
Host of The Heavy Desert Podcast, focused on heavy/desert/stoner rock and the scene around it

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Nate

    Best podcast on the heavy underground, end of story!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NGS 1975
    United States10 months ago
  • I can’t wait to hear more

    This podcast is 100% Riffsquatch approved!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scab_Vendor
    United Statesa year ago

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Warlung
Q: How did you all start making music together and what sparked the formation of Warlung?
The origin traces to Halloween 2016 when they performed a Sabbath-inspired set at a Halloween show, which inspired them to keep making music and form the band.
Ben Bellum of Grim Trophies
Q: What's it like balancing festival commitments with ongoing creative work, and why should fans stick around for the Gravitoid Doomfest after-party?
Gravitoid Doomfest after-party is presented as a high-energy capstone to a long day of heavy music, designed to jolt fans awake for the drive home, with Grim Trophies closing the night and bringing a unique, aggressive yet intricate riffing that embodies their sound.
Ben Bellum of Grim Trophies
Q: Are there plans to release more than just the track on the compilation, and what's the timeline for the first full-length album?
Yes, they've completed drums and bass with guitars starting next, aiming for a full-length album mixed by Philip Cope, with ongoing material and a plan to release with no label yet, seeking label interest.
Ben Bellum of Grim Trophies
Q: Talk about the back story of Grim Trophies and how you guys came together.
Grim Trophies is an instrumental power trio from Houston; after a number of lineup changes and a pivotal moment when a guitarist who had joined briefly passed away, they settled on a two-piece core with a strong riff-driven, progressive approach, then brought in a third member to complete the lineup.
Desert Colossus
Q: How did COVID-19 affect your trajectory and the making of the latest album Apparatus?
The band describes a period of inactivity and halted touring, followed by focused writing and eventually bringing in outside producers to finalize the mix, which they view as a turning point that improved the final product.

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The show centers on heavy, desert, and stoner rock, featuring in-depth conversations with bands, festival organizers, and scene contributors. Across episodes, listeners get behind-the-scenes looks at writing, recording, touring, and release strategies, along with practical tips for DIY promotion and live performance logistics. A standout trait is the host's consistent focus on the underground scene's community, with frequent references to festivals, local venues, and cross-promotional moments that highlight the ecosystem around heavy rock. The format blends origin stories, gear and production anecdotes, and actionable insights for aspiring guests and indie artists, making it a go-to for fans and professionals seeking authenticity and depth ... more

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1. Ted Hampton
2. Larry Hundertmark
3. Sammy Astolfi
4. Adam Weinberg
5. Dan Witt
6. Chris Basile
7. Ben Bellum
8. George Baba

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