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Thunderdome Metal Reviews: The Church of Heavy Metal

Benjamin Linzy
Heavy Metal
Baroness
Sludge Metal
Cirith Ungol
Robinson
Grindcore
Let the Truth Speak
Angelus Apatrida
Dark Parade
Helmet
Metal
Green Lung
Progressive Rock
Death Metal
American Gothic
Wayfarer
Earthside
Music Composition
Americana
Poppy

Tracey is a sentient prog metal algorithm composed of chicken blood and spreadsheets (@KloakaMetal), Ben is an oldhead with a penchant for nihilism, sludge, and bourbon (@BenDangerously), Dr. David Pizzo (@pizzohistorian) is a world-traveling scholar who bleeds thrash, and Dr. Gabriel Cooper (@lividlunch) when not reveling in a metalcore breakdown brings a plethora of death from the cavernous dept... more

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Tracey Newport
A sentient prog metal algorithm composed of chicken blood and spreadsheets.
Ben Dangerously
An oldhead with a penchant for nihilism, sludge, and bourbon.
Dr. David Pizzo
A world-traveling scholar who bleeds thrash.
Dr. Gabriel Cooper
Brings a plethora of death from the cavernous depths of his murder basement.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Boring

    The podcast version of Ambien.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JstNtime73
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Church & Sunday school of Metal

    This podcast scores a perfect score in my book. For music lovers drawn to the more intense, aggressive, complex forms of music namely Rock, electronica, metal and it’s many sub genres, this is a institute run by the devoted and the dedicated. Whether it’s album reviews, live events, artist study, it’s always excellent. I’m only missing a deep dive for a couple of artists namely Testament and Overkill. Understandable with the size of their respective discographies. But a review of The Gathering a... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    chillummonk
    United States3 years ago

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There are mixed opinions on some episodes, with a few listeners feeling certain discussions lack focus.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and analytical depth in the discussions about heavy metal albums.
Reviews are often insightful, offering fresh perspectives on both iconic and lesser-known metal bands.

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Earthside, "Let the Truth Speak," (1/17/2023), Review
Q: Did you feel uplifted or relieved by this album?
No, I wasn’t taken back into the throes of emotion, feeling disconnected from the overarching theme.
Earthside, "Let the Truth Speak," (1/17/2023), Review
Q: As the guy who's already liked this, what emotional responses does this invoke in you?
The overall composition gives a sense of whimsy and wonder, traversing from happiness to contemplation and sadness throughout the album.
Sleep Token, "Take Me Back to Eden," (5/19/2023), Review
Q: Do you think they have the same audience as Ghost?
They likely attract different listeners, as Sleep Token appeals to a broader pop audience, whereas Ghost leans into more metal themes.
Sleep Token, "Take Me Back to Eden," (5/19/2023), Review
Q: What are your thoughts on this album?
The album mixes pop and metal effectively, though it might not be as heavy or engaging for some listeners.
Grab Bag 039: Cover Albums
Q: What do you think about the cover album so far?
I think this album has a nice punk edge to it, which contributes to its enjoyment.

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