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The Heavy Desert Podcast

Daniel Sierras
Planet Desert Rock Weekend
Stoner Rock
Gravitoid Doomfest
Midwest Doom Coalition
Heavy Underground Music
Doom Metal
Ripple Music
Stone Nomads
Godzilla Was Too Drunk To Destroy Tokyo
Vandhali
Gravitoid Doom Fest
The Crooked Skulls
Red Beard Wall
Doom
Desert Rock
The Heavy Eyes
Redwood
Houston
Grand Rapids Doomfest
Warlung

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, Gavin Zollo of Gav’s Heavily Curated joins the show to talk all about the inaugural In The Key Of Doom Festival, happening October 2–3 at The Meadows in Brooklyn, NY. Gavin’s been involved in the music world since h... more

Today on The Heavy Desert Podcast, I welcome drummer Adam Saitti and bassist/vocalist Jesse Mackowycz, of the band Ol Time Moonshine to the show. Ol Time Moonshine released its fourth album Now I Bleed via Black Throne Productions earlier this year o... more

Today on The Heavy Desert Podcast, Evan Diprima, drummer and bassist for the band Moon Destroys joins the show. Moon Destroys upcoming album, Omni, drops on September 4th via Blues Funeral Recordings and we talk all about it! We also dig into his inf... more

Today on The Heavy Desert Podcast, Ryan Garney returns — frontman of High Desert Queen, architect of Ripplefest Texas, head of Lick of My Spoon Productions, and one of the busiest, most relentless forces in the heavy underground.

We dig into everyth... more

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Recent Guests

Evan Diprima
Drummer and bassist for Moon Destroys
Moon Destroys
Episode: Moon Destroys - Evan Diprima
Ryan Garney
Frontman of High Desert Queen; organizer of Ripplefest Texas; head of Lick of My Spoon Productions; involved with Stay Dead
High Desert Queen / Ripple Music / Lick of My Spoon Productions / Stay Dead
Episode: Ryan Garney Returns!
Alice Gawlinski
Vocalist of Mothertomb
Mothertomb
Episode: Mothertomb - Alice & Chance Gawlinski
Chance Gawlinski
Guitarist of Mothertomb
Mothertomb
Episode: Mothertomb - Alice & Chance Gawlinski
Alex Risberg
Bassist and vocalist for 10,000 Years
10,000 Years
Episode: 10,000 Years - Alex Risberg
Chris McGowan
Concert correspondent for The Heavy Desert Podcast
The Heavy Desert Podcast
Episode: Concerts w/Chris - Summer 2026 Edition
Jason Doome
Artist and label co-founder, Spacegoat Records
Spacegoat Records
Episode: Jason Doome & S. Patrick Brooks of Spacegoat Records
Sean Patrick Brooks
Artist and label co-founder, Spacegoat Records
Spacegoat Records
Episode: Jason Doome & S. Patrick Brooks of Spacegoat Records
Ben McLeod
Guitarist for All Them Witches
All Them Witches
Episode: Episode 150!! With Ben McLeod of All Them Witches

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

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Nate

    Best podcast on the heavy underground, end of story!

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

    This podcast is 100% Riffsquatch approved!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scab_Vendor
    United States2 years ago

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Moon Destroys - Evan Diprima
Q: How did the collaboration with Zach Amster come about on Omni?
Zach's involvement began after a last-minute tour opportunity with Dozer and Abrams; after hearing Abrams, they were impressed and Zach quickly contributed demos that solidified the direction.
Moon Destroys - Evan Diprima
Q: What was your first concert you paid for yourself, and what was that experience like?
He recalls The Hives show in Atlanta around 2000, at The Masquerade, a formative live experience that opened him up to the shows and festivals that followed.
Moon Destroys - Evan Diprima
Q: What bands and albums were you digging into when you were younger that shaped your path in music?
Evan talks about Metallica as a major early obsession, followed by Typo Negative, and how live versions and gear like treble boosters influenced his ear and approach to playing.
Justin Potter - Sons of Gulliver
Q: What's on the horizon for the band and what should fans look forward to in the near future?
They reveal recording a new album in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, with mixing and mastering underway, and planned shows in October with a light touring schedule while finalizing the release for early next year.
Justin Potter - Sons of Gulliver
Q: How did the two of you come together and form Sons Of Gulliver?
Justin shares meeting Dolphin in Dallas after an ad on Craigslist, writing a few songs in the first rehearsal, and quickly discovering a strong rhythm section connection that led to the duo's formation and ongoing collaboration.

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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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2. Ryan Garney
3. Alice Gawlinski
4. Chance Gawlinski
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