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The Metal Pit Podcast

The Metal Pit
Heavy Metal
Iron Maiden
Judas Priest
Thrash Metal
Metal Music
ACDC
Dream Theater
Metallica
Black Sabbath
Death Metal
Industrial Metal
Heavy Metal Music
Led Zeppelin
Satanism
King Diamond
Megadeth
Mercyful Fate
Savatage
Music Industry
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We dive headfirst into the world of metal every week.

Whether you enjoy the more laid-back sounds of heavy rock, power metal, doom, or traditional metal, or you prefer the brutal and uncompromising sounds of death metal, black metal, grindcore, or thrash, we are your go-to source for everything metal.

So, crank the volume and throw those horns high as we delve deep into the albums and bands that s... more

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Latest Episodes

Anthrax “Persistence of Time”

The host welcomes returning The Metal Pit writers George and Eric to discuss Anthrax’s 1990 album Persistence of Time,.

They share how they discovered Anthrax, touch on the band’s history as an East Coast thrash “Big ... more

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Metal Pit Podcast: Kira on Satyricon’s Volcano (2002) + Top Albums of 2002

Blake welcomes Kira, a recent Metal Maiden of the Month and writer of a Hellripper album review for The Metal Pit, to her first podcast episode. Kira, from Germany, explains ... more

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Diva Satanica (Bloodhunter) Interview: ‘Sons of the Abandoned’ Songwriting, Touring Reality, and New Singles

Blake interviews Diva Satanica of Spain’s melodic death metal band Bloodhunter about their new album, "Sons of the Abandoned" (out June 12 v... more

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New Episode — The Metal Pit Podcast

This week we dive into Ozzy Osbourne’s 1986 album The Ultimate Sin — big hooks, bigger hair, neon-soaked riffs, and enough 80s metal attitude to make your speakers ask for hairspray.

We go through the album song... more

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Recent Guests

Diva Satanica
Vocalist of Bloodhunter, previously featured on the show; discusses Bloodhunter and personal artistic evolution
Bloodhunter
Episode: Interview with Diva Satanica of Bloodhunter
Chris Black
Guitarist for Horizon Theory
Horizon Theory
Episode: Interview with Chris Black of Horizon Theory
Kimberley Crossman
Actress, presenter, comedian and producer from New Zealand
Episode: Interview with Kimberley Crossman of Deathgasm and Deathgasm2
Renata Petrelli
Singer and lead guitarist for The Damnnation
The Damnnation
Episode: Ghost - Opus Eponymous
Chris Caffery
Legendary guitarist known for his work with Savatage and Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Savatage, Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Episode: Interview with Chris Caffery
Marguerita Monet
Lead vocalist of Edge of Paradise
Edge of Paradise
Episode: Nevermore - Dead Heart In A Dead World
Jasmine Sandler
Singer, songwriter, and business owner of a digital marketing agency with initiatives to help female musicians
Silent Fury
Episode: Black Sabbath - Master of Reality - Guest JAZZROCK
Scott Pivarnick
Guest from the band False Prophet
False Prophet
Episode: At Death's Door - Roadrunner Compilation - 1990
Jessica Otten
Bass player for Haliphron.
Haliphron
Episode: Interview with Jessica Otten of HALIPHRON

Hosts

Blake
Host of The Metal Pit Podcast with extensive experience hosting discussions on metal history, interviews, and show culture.
Eric
Guest analyst and writer contributing guitar-focused insights and historical context.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
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    I really enjoy the metal pit podcast. I wish more research was done into certain things. Pronunciation on names, song titles, the history. For example, the Marilyn Manson episode. Twiggy Ramirez and the song cryptorchid. Crypt (Orchid like the flower) Just more in depth research and conversation. All in all great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NateNobody
    United States7 months ago
  • Pretty Good

    The main point of difference for this show is the inclusion of female voices and perspectives, which is VERY rare in Hard Rock & Metal podcasting. It’s been a while since any contributed, though, and upon hearing the latest knucklehead debut just now, my request is to bring back the ladies, please!

    Smith Street Rocker

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SmithStRocker
    Australia3 years ago

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Some episodes could benefit from deeper research and pronunciation accuracy.
Fans enjoy the hands-on track discussions and anecdotes from touring life.
Listeners appreciate the inclusion of female voices and perspectives, noting it's rare in the genre.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Interview with Diva Satanica of Bloodhunter
Q: What was the inspiration behind the anti-war imagery in the 'Threshold of Hell' video?
The video uses war imagery to provoke reflection on how normalcy can mask ongoing conflict, emphasizing a warning against desensitization to violence.
Interview with Diva Satanica of Bloodhunter
Q: What themes run through Sons of the Abandoned and who are the 'abandoned'?
The band broadens the scope to include generations or groups left behind by the evolving music industry, focusing on personal and collective struggles in a rapidly changing world.
Interview with Diva Satanica of Bloodhunter
Q: Why include a guest vocalist on The Path Never Ends?
Laura Gildemond was chosen to add a melodic yet fierce clean vocal contrast that could carry a more progressive structure, enriching the dynamic range of the track.
Interview with Diva Satanica of Bloodhunter
Q: What is the songwriting process for this album and how did it differ from previous work?
They shifted to a more personal, first-person lyric approach and allowed the music to guide emotional expression, resulting in a more diverse but cohesive sound without forcing it into one subgenre.
Motorhead - Rock and Roll (1987)
Q: What stands out most about the title track Rock and Roll?
Blake and James agree the track opens with a ferocious energy, Lemmy's gruff vocal delivery, and a guitar-driven solo that embodies the band's ethos of playing Rock and Roll with metal intensity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Metal Pit Podcast

What is The Metal Pit Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A roundtable-style metal deep-dive that blends track-by-track analysis, artist interviews, and nostalgia for classic releases. Episodes cover a wide spectrum—from Ozzy-era discussions and Motorhead retrospectives to contemporary interviews with female-fronted bands and musicians—often weaving personal touring anecdotes, production insights, and industry dynamics into the conversation. Notable strengths include a clear openness to diverse voices, hands-on storytelling about songwriting and performance, and a willingness to explore both the music and the metal culture surrounding it. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful context, a mix of historical perspective and modern perspectives, and genre-spanning conversations that appeal to both ... more

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1. Diva Satanica
2. Chris Black
3. Kimberley Crossman
4. Renata Petrelli
5. Chris Caffery
6. Marguerita Monet
7. Jasmine Sandler
8. Scott Pivarnick

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