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Nik Nocturnal Podcast

Nik Nocturnal
Deathcore
Music Industry
Metalcore
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Symphonic Metal
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Metal Music
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Mental Health
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Make Them Suffer

Nik Nocturnal’s talks with legendary guests in the modern metal scene discussing everything from best breakdowns to navigating through the music industry.

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Nik Nocturnal talks with Jordan Fish about modern metal production, songwriting, his new signature synth plugin, Bring Me The Horizon, genre-blending, and the creative process behind working with artists like Poppy, Northlane, Beartooth, and Evanesce... more

Nik Nocturnal talks with Johnny Franck of BILMURI about the new album, Crabcore revival, Attack Attack’s legacy, the MySpace era, modern metal production, and the evolution of Bilmuri’s sound.

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Nik Nocturnal talks with Lukas Nicolai of Mental Cruelty about joining the band, the evolution of deathcore vocals, Vocal Olympics, Mental Cruelty’s darker Nordic and folk influences, the deathcore revival, and where the genre could go next.

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Nik Nocturnal talks with with Marcus Bridge of NORTHLANE about their new upcoming album Anemoia, joining Northlane, Alien, the evolution of his vocals, electronic elements in modern metal, and how the band's sound has evolved over the last decade.Get... more

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Recent Guests

Lukas Nicolai
Vocalist of Mental Cruelty
Mental Cruelty
Episode: #99 Lukas Nicolai (MENTAL CRUELTY)
Marcus Bridge
Vocalist of Northlane
Northlane
Episode: #98 Marcus Bridge (NORTHLANE)
Chris Wiseman
Guitarist for Shadow of Intent and Currents
Shadow of Intent, Currents
Episode: #97 Chris Wiseman (Currents & Shadow of Intent)
Winston McCall
Lead vocalist of Parkway Drive, introduced as a guest on the show
Parkway Drive
Episode: #95 Winston McCall (Parkway Drive)
Marius Elfstedt
Member of MIRAR, electronic producer
MIRAR
Episode: #94 Léo Watremez & Marius Elfstedt (MIRAR)
Léo Watremez
Member of MIRAR, guitarist and composer
MIRAR
Episode: #94 Léo Watremez & Marius Elfstedt (MIRAR)
AJ Rebollo
Guitarist for Bad Wolves and Issues
Bad Wolves, Issues
Episode: #93 AJ Rebollo (Issues & Bad Wolves)
Alex Rüdinger
Drummer, known for Trivium and prior bands
Trivium
Episode: #92 Alex Rüdinger (TRIVIUM)
Josh Bailey
Vocalist for Rev3Rent
Rev3Rent
Episode: #91 Josh Bailey Guard (REV3RENT)

Host

Nik Nocturnal
Host of the show, guiding conversation and ensuring depth and flow across episodes

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 914 ratings
  • WOOOOOOOOOOO

    Best metal podcast in metal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thatonemetalcorekid
    United States3 months ago
  • FUN METAL THINGS

    WE DO FUN METAL THINGS HEEEEEEEERE

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bdubs2102
    United States4 months ago
  • Perfect

    If you like fun metal things and getting “a little tipsy”, this is your show. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hymhd
    United Statesa year ago
  • lit podcast

    if u like metal music or are a fan of nik nocturnal in general ule like it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jesus chr13t
    United States2 years ago
  • The interviews

    I find it very interesting how you haven’t brought Justin from Tallah

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CRYPTIDS AND PARANORMAL
    United States2 years ago

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The show is praised for practical insights into touring, production, and the business side of metal.
Guests frequently highlight memorable stories and technical takes that feel actionable for aspiring musicians and professionals.

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#98 Marcus Bridge (NORTHLANE)
Q: If you could tell your younger self 10 years ago something, what would it be?
Marcus would tell his younger self to keep going, stay true to who you are, and believe that things will eventually even out and be okay despite ups and downs.
#98 Marcus Bridge (NORTHLANE)
Q: When did you officially start your YouTube presence and what was the idea behind those early videos?
Marcus explains that his early YouTube work focused on covers as a learning and performance vehicle, which helped him understand song structure and vocal delivery before transitioning to band work.
#99 Lukas Nicolai (MENTAL CRUELTY)
Q: What's different about the band's direction since you joined, and how do you view the deathcore scene evolving?
We're leaning into darker, Nordic and folk influences while keeping the aggression and energy of deathcore; the scene is expanding into more varied substyles like blackened, folk, and symphonic approaches, and there's a growing appetite for authentic, well-produced songwriting beyond just wall-of-sound drives.
#99 Lukas Nicolai (MENTAL CRUELTY)
Q: How did you join the band and what was that process like?
I applied online after the band was searching for a new vocalist, sent a cover of King of Fire and To the Hellfire, and prepared lyrics and vocal flows for the first night; we recorded a song, Obsessus Ademonio, that ended up on Zwielicht, and I was given creative freedom to contribute lyrics and vocal ideas, which made the experience very collaborative and rewarding.
#92 Alex Rüdinger (TRIVIUM)
Q: What was the timeline like across your bands and projects?
He outlines Threat Signal first, then The Heart Machine, The Faceless, Conquering Disopia, Good Tiger, and eventually Trivium, with notes on how personal decisions and opportunities intersected with the industry's changing dynamics.

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What is Nik Nocturnal Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on deep, candid conversations with leading figures in modern metal, covering band dynamics, creative processes, touring life, and the evolving music industry. Guests range from vocalists and guitarists to producers and independent artists, with episodes often unpacking how bands navigate productivity, authenticity, and fan engagement in a rapidly changing digital landscape. The host brings a mix of humor, industry insight, and a passion for heavy music, yielding accessible yet technical discussions that appeal to musicians, industry professionals, and serious fans. A standout element is the willingness to explore both artistic philosophy and practical business aspects of making heavy music in today's climate, including tour... more

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1. Lukas Nicolai
2. Marcus Bridge
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7. AJ Rebollo
8. Alex Rüdinger

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