Feckin’ Metal Podcast

Ep14. Uncle Steve (Uncle Steve‘s Iron Maiden Zone)

This week, I speak to "The Texan Iron Maiden Connection" - Uncle Steve. This episode features: Bad Texan impressions, Iron Maiden milestones in Steve's life, finding God, boring Rammstein shows, reflections on the Download festival, Forrest Gump quotes, the digital vs. physical debate, and more, in this very enjoyable chat with a fellow Iron Maiden enthusiast! Outside of the interview, I give my rundown of my top metal/rock albums from 2020, with music from Black Soul Horde!

Ep13. Nesbit Returns (Nights of The Dead Review)

This week I welcome back Nesbit, best known as co-host of Talking Maiden, to Feckin' Metal. We discuss Iron Maiden PR disasters, artwork and the evolution of Eddie, international shipping costs, Nesbit's Maiden collection, hairdryer-like crowd noise, Friends references, The Osbournes, oh, and we do a track-by-track analysis of the new live album too! Nesbit was on top form, as usual. I sincerely apologise for audio issues in the second half! (as explained in the opening segment)

Ep12. Michael Podrybau (Glacier)

This week I speak to Michael Podrybau, the singer of the comeback kings, Portland Oregon's own Glacier! I chat with Michael about the early days of the band, being fired and rehired by Glacier, recording the first EP, disappearing off the scene in the 1980s, and the triumphant return of the band, initially under the pseudonym "Devil in Disguise",  in 2017, and eventually as Glacier in 2018. Another inspiring comeback story of a band that has plenty of gas left in the tank, if their recent release "The Passing of Time" is anything to go by. Enjoy!

Ep11. Lesser Spotted Maiden

For my first ever solo episode, I decided to discuss my favourite band of all time - Iron Maiden.  I delve into the deep cuts of post-reunion Iron Maiden and bring you a carefully-chosen selection from each of the studio albums between Brave New World and The Book of Souls. I also go off on several rants and tangents about: Iron Maiden video games and comics, Blabbermouth.net, Iron Maiden single releases, the band's obsession with "death", The Osbournes, and the TV program Lesser Spotted Ulster. Enjoy!

Ep10. Robert Garven (Cirith Ungol)

This week I speak to Robert Garven from doom and power metal pioneers Cirith Ungol. Rob talks about his early fandom of Thin Lizzy, buying import records as a teenager, spending pocket money on pot and corn burritos, meeting Rush at the Whisky A Go Go, pay-to-play gigs, the artwork of Michael Whelan, the influence of Lord of the Rings, being too heavy for heavy metal radio,  and so much more, in this career-spanning chat. Rob was an absolute pleasure to speak to and has an abundance of stories from the early days of Cirith Ungol right up to their triumphant return to the stage in 2016.

Ep09. Steven Waddell (Oath Sc)

This week on Feckin' Metal, I speak to Steven Waddell, the creative force behind Scottish act Oath Sc. Steven talks about how the original Oath EP was recorded using primitive equipment,  the advancements in the Oath sound since recruiting Trevor William Church from Haunt, lyrical inspiration and how "sword and sorcery" is not a good fit for him personally, the artwork of Daniel Porter, the culture of online trolls, and his upcoming full album - Computer Warrior. We also fit in some chat about Oliver/Dawson Saxon and Marillion! Steven was a witty and engaging guest. Enjoy!

Ep08. Trevor William Church (Haunt)

This week on Feckin' Metal I speak to Trevor William Church, the singer, multi-instrumentalist, and guiding force behind Haunt, who are based in Fresno, California. Trevor talks in great detail about his recent collaborations with the Los Angeles band S A B E R (correct spacing), and Scottish outfit, Oath. He also discusses his approach to interacting with fans, re-investing earnings in studio equipment, Shadow Kingdom Records vs. the freedom of being independent, Spotify vs. Bandcamp, the stigma of being the son of a rock star, and what's next for Haunt. Trevor was a very candid and talkative guest. Enjoy!

Ep07. Jake Rogers (Visigoth)

This week I chat to Jake Rogers from Salt Lake City-based traditional metallers - Visigoth. We talk about Jake's early singing days and how he inadvertently trained his voice during many long car journeys. We also discuss the scene in Salt Lake City, traditional metal acts of today potentially headlining stadiums in the future, Visigoth's songwriting approach and how pop should not be dismissed when coming up with hooks and choruses, the legalities behind a name, the importance of quality merchandise, and Jake reflects on the passing of Mark Shelton, and a birthday present of sorts that he received from Mark a few years ago. Jake also recommends several current bands on the scene, at my request, that listeners of Feckin' Metal may wish to explore. Oh, and he gives us the inside scoop on current Visigoth activity. This episode is packed with stories and insight from one of the best bands on the scene right now. Enjoy!

Ep06. Adrian Maestas (Slough Feg)

This week on Feckin' Metal, I speak to Adrian Maestas, long-standing bass player from the San Francisco-based heavy metal band Slough Feg. We talk about Adrian's early experiences buying Napalm Death, and German import Misfits records, Slough Feg's Spinal Tap drummer syndrome, philosophy, the COVID lockdown affect on the band, dog aliens, the iconography of the Traveller t-shirt, cancelled gigs and promoters who still owe the band money, pool balls in socks, LED lights, touring, and what may lie ahead for Slough Feg. Adrian is an entertaining and engaging guest. This is an episode not to be missed!

Ep05. Jarvis Leatherby (Night Demon)

This week, I speak to night Demon frontman, and generally very busy bloke, Jarvis Leatherby. We discuss Night Demon's approach to releasing music, Jarvis's role in bringing Cirith Ungol back to the stage, what festivals like Keep It True and Up The Hammers mean to the scene, how Jarvis took matters into his own hands and ended up managing Visigoth, The Legacy Of The Beast video game - and a broader discussion about band mythology, and we even chat briefly about DDP Yoga! This was a very enjoyable episode for me, and I appreciated Jarvis's honestly and openness. FECK!