The Noise Report

GO! On this episode, Chris Hemmah joins Matt and Brian to discuss influential Swedish death metal band At the Gates and their powerhouse album Slaughter of the Soul.Chris talks ATG concert memories while the guys explore the band’s lofty goals for this album, their influence on 2000s metal, and Tomas Lindberg’s final vocal performance on last year’s The Ghost of a Future Dead.Need more death metal recommendations? We gotcha covered. Stick around for heavy hitters both old and new.Featured Tracks:Mother of Graves - "Through the Pale Shade"Firebreather - "El Cuervo"NOISE REPORT LINKS:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTubeSupport the show: Check out the Noise Report merch shop, and find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.orgRock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify

Heavy. Dark. Sexy?!?Type O Negative blended lots of sounds and themes throughout their influential career. Brian and Matt discuss The Drab Four's twists and turns - from thrash metal to Playgirl cover shoots - and why 1996's October Rust cemented their goth metal legacy.Featured Tracks:STONEBIRDS - "Sea of Sorrow" and "So Far Away"NOISE REPORT LINKS:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTubeSupport the show: Check out the Noise Report merch shop, and find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.orgRock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify

With its volatile recording process, brutal sound, vile lyrics, and terrible timing, Slipknot's second album seemed doomed from the start. Yet, Iowa became a mainstream success and, 25 years later, stands as a landmark in heavy music. Matt and Brian discuss how an album created in pure chaos not only didn't destroy the band but proved to be an absolute Disasterpiece. Plus, what newer bands do 'Knot fans need to check out? We've got plenty of recommendations, maggots! Featured Tracks:Rise in Vein - "Tearing at the Cracks"Deathrow Bodeen - "Circles"NOISE REPORT LINKS:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTubeSupport the show: Check out the Noise Report merch shop, and find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.orgRock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify

David Garza from Houston, Texas doom metal band Suffering joins The Noise Report to talk about Arise from Sepultura. We agree Sepultura should always be mentioned alongside other thrash giants like Metallica and Slayer, and we explain why in this episode. Just like Max and Iggor Cavalera, David started Suffering with his own brother. He tells us what that’s like, as well as how heavy metal saved his life and other bands that Sepultura fans need in their collections. If you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, the caring counselors at the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988, or get more info at https://988lifeline.org. Featured Tracks:Suffering - "Drowning"PAURA - "Purity in Heresy"Gravitoyd Heavy MusicNOISE REPORT LINKS:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTubeSupport the show: Check out the Noise Report merch shop, and find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.orgRock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify

Doom metal frontman JD Dureell from Houston heavy hitters Direlands joins the show to discuss NOLA, the instant classic debut from Down. We get into the backstory of this Southern metal supergroup featuring members of Pantera, Crowbar, Eyehategod, and Corrosion of Conformity. Plus, we talk about how the swampy air of New Orleans and Houston produces some “GODDAMN” heavy music and why the Texas scene is one for metalheads to keep an ear on.Direlands Links:direlands.comYouTubeInstagramGravitoyd Heavy Music Gravitoyd.comfacebookFeatured Tracks:Direlands - "Leviathan"Suffering - "Peaks of Despair"NOISE REPORT LINKS:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTubeSupport the show: Check out the Noise Report merch shop, and find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.orgRock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify

Deftones' lengthy career spans numerous excellent albums, including Adrenaline, White Pony, and Around the Fur. This week, Matt and Brian delve into 2012's Koi No Yokan and explain why this less obvious pick is Deftones' finest work.If you dig Koi No Yokan, the end of the episode provides plenty of recommendations: influences, modern torchbearers, Chino Moreno side projects, and whatever the hell nu-gaze is.Pull on some oversized Dickies, and enjoy this Deftones deep dive!Featured Tracks:MØL - "DREAM"Direlands - "Iron God"NOISE REPORT LINKS:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTubeSupport the show: Check out the Noise Report merch shop, and find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.orgRock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify

Are Queens of the Stone Age metal? Maybe, maybe not. But screw it ... We love this band and want to share our love witchu! From the ashes of Kyuss rose this hard-to-pin-down band that's had mainstream success while staying kinda weird. Brian and Matt were immediately captivated by "If Only" in the late '90s and have remained QOTSA fans ever since. They reveal their favorite albums and the stories behind them, from Josh Homme's near-death experience to the vast cast of characters that have shaped the sound of these desert rock titans. The guys share personal stories and recommend bands both new and old, so get ready to branch out and rock out to all kinds of fuzzy goodness! Featured Tracks:Rise In Vein - "Low Signal"Lust Ritual - "Solitude"NOISE REPORT LINKS:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTubeSupport the show: Check out the Noise Report merch shop, and find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.orgRock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify

Step into the barbed-wire steel cage with us! We talk with Calvin Mathis, aka Ultimo, singer/guitarist for the wrestling-themed hardcore band Tongan Death Grip, about heavy music's many connections to professional wrestling. We discuss early wrestling memories, what makes a great entrance theme, and how Tongan Death Grip uses wrestling references to get their political views across in unique ways.NOTE (from Matt): We recorded this episode just a few days before the passing of Every Time I Die guitarist and pro wrestler "The Butcher" Andy Williams. He was one of the artists I meant to mention, but in the course of the conversation, it slipped my mind. Apologies to my fellow ETID / Butcher fans for that glaring omission. And of course, condolences to his friends and family. Rest in Peace, Andy Williams.Featured Tracks:Tongan Death Grip - "Brainbuster"Tongan Death Grip - "Lita’s Baby"Noise Report Links:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTube.Rock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify.Interact with fellow metalheads in the Noise Report YouTube Community.Find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.org.Start your own podcast with Captivate.

Megadeth's Rust in Peace is a thrash metal landmark that tackled greed, power, and corruption in a way that feels as relevant today as it did in 1990. Matt and Brian dissect this album's greatness, highlight other Megadeth catalog standouts, and offer recommendations for further listening.They also review the band's final, self-titled album and discuss Dave Mustaine's most frustrating quality. Despite some hard truths, the conversation ultimately steers in a positive direction and celebrates the legacy of this thrash metal giant.Featured Tracks:PAURA - "Their History Still Bleeds"Miscreance - "Vision"Noise Report Links:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTube.Rock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify.Interact with fellow metalheads in the Noise Report YouTube Community.Find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.org.Start your own podcast with Captivate.

From the ashes of Sleep rose High On Fire, one of the most influential doom metal bands of the 21st century. This episode reflects on the band's sound, lyrical themes, and lasting influence. Matt and Brian cover topics ranging from Matt Pike’s guitar artistry to conspiracy theories to whether you need to be stoned to enjoy stoner rock. We have tons of fun breaking down this consistently powerful metal force and recommending more bands for High on Fire fans.Featured Tracks:Grin - "Liquefaction"Lammoth - "Farewell, Good Beast of Burden"Noise Report Links:thenoisereport.comWatch on YouTube.Rock out to The Noise Report playlists on YouTube Music or Spotify.Interact with fellow metalheads in the Noise Report YouTube Community.Find metal book recommendations at Bookshop.org.Start your own podcast with Captivate.