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Nik Nocturnal Podcast

Nik Nocturnal
Deathcore
Music Industry
Metalcore
Electric Callboy
Symphonic Metal
Mental Health
Youtube
Metal Music
Disembodied Tyrant
Social Media
Minecraft
Counterparts
Slaughter To Prevail
Electronic Music
Heavy Music
Slipknot
Bare-Knuckle Fighting Championship
Extreme Vocals
Sleep Token
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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Latest Episodes

Nik Nocturnal talks with Tim Henson and Scott LePage of Polyphia about “Be Not Afraid,” their approach to heavier riffs and breakdowns, and how electronic music, trap, and 808s are influencing modern heavy music. They also discuss the unexpected infl... more

Nik Nocturnal talks with Matt Heafy of Trivium about the band's new album, the legacy of Ascendancy, and the mental health struggles that come with life in a band. Matt opens up about burnout, nearly walking away from Trivium, and learning to priorit... more

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Nik Nocturnal talks with John Henry of Darkest Hour about the evolution of metalcore, the band's 31-year legacy, and their new album, Suffer Divine. They discuss Darkest Hour's hardcore roots, melodic death metal influences, vocal techniques, songwri... more

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Nik Nocturnal talks with Jamey Jasta of HATEBREED about 30 years of Hatebreed, the evolution of modern metal, breakdowns, hardcore, metalcore, and the band's influence on heavy music.

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Recent Guests

Matt Heafy
Trivium vocalist and guitarist
Trivium
Episode: #106 TRIVIUM
John Henry
Guitarist and vocalist of Darkest Hour
Darkest Hour
Episode: #105 DARKEST HOUR
Jordan Fish
Producer and musician known for work with Bring Me The Horizon and other heavy acts
Studio/Production
Episode: #101 Jordan Fish
Johnny Franck
Musician known for BILMURI, former Attack Attack! member
Episode: #100 Johnny Franck (BILMURI)
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)
Jami Morgan
Musician, Nowhere2run / Code Orange collaborator
Nowhere2run, Code Orange
Episode: #96 Jami Morgan (NOWHERE2RUN)
Winston McCall
Lead vocalist of Parkway Drive, introduced as a guest on the show
Parkway Drive
Episode: #95 Winston McCall (Parkway Drive)

Host

Nik Nocturnal
Host of the show; long-running figure in the metal scene known for in-depth interviews and production-focused discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 923 ratings
  • WOOOOOOOOOOO

    Best metal podcast in metal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thatonemetalcorekid
    United States5 months ago
  • FUN METAL THINGS

    WE DO FUN METAL THINGS HEEEEEEEERE

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bdubs2102
    United States5 months ago
  • Perfect

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hymhd
    United States2 years 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 valued for practical takeaways on touring, gear, and industry navigation.
Listeners praise the mix of deep production talk and artist storytelling.
Guests are consistently described as knowledgeable and candid.

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#106 TRIVIUM
Q: What is your personal, as a legend from this era, personal metalcore Mount Rushmore?
Heafy names Trivium's Ascendancy, Killswitch Engage, and Avenged Sevenfold among his picks, then adds Hatebreed's Perseverance and Heaven Shall Burn's Whatever It May Take as tied choices.
#106 TRIVIUM
Q: For the regular person, what is the difference, like kind of most generally?
Heafy distinguishes therapy, which helps address thoughts and behavior, from psychiatric care, which can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. He says he needed medication for low serotonin alongside continued therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
#101 Jordan Fish
Q: How has production changed in your view over the years with more tools and different approaches available?
Production has shifted toward being more project-centric; producers are expected to deliver more elements on the record, and the lines between producer, mixer, and writer are blurred. The role now often involves nurturing the artist's vision while providing creative input across both songwriting and sonic shaping.
#100 Johnny Franck (BILMURI)
Q: What is your Mount Rushmore of metalcore all-time?
Johnny Franck names Sleep Token, Bad Omens, Attack Attack, and Bilmuri as his personal top four, highlighting the influence, live presence, and the balance between aggression and melody that define true metalcore in his view.
#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.

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

A high-energy deep-dive into modern metal across the spectrum, from producers shaping big-name records to artists navigating careers, genre boundaries, and online culture. Episodes routinely spotlight production techniques, gear and plugins, multi-band dynamics, touring realities, and the shifting landscape of credits, labels, and fan feedback. Noteworthy angles include remote collaboration, the integration of electronic and folk influences, and practical career guidance for artists aiming to sustain long-term relevance in a fast-moving scene. The show consistently features veteran musicians, producers, and vocal coaches, offering technical insight alongside candid industry anecdotes that help listeners assess fit for collaborations, appear... more

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Recent guests on Nik Nocturnal Podcast include:

1. Matt Heafy
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3. Jordan Fish
4. Johnny Franck
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8. Jami Morgan

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