And Now The Band

In this episode, Tom catches up with Bryan and Ryan of Doomsday Profit, a North Carolina-based sludge/doom band pushing sonic boundaries and staying fiercely independent. The conversation covers the band's musical evolution, their upcoming album release on September 19, and the DIY mindset driving their work. 🌀 The band opens up about lineup changes, especially the addition of drummer Nat, and how different members have shaped their sound across time. Tom and the guys dig into the band’s single-by-single release strategy, their stance on digital vs. physical media, and how independent artists can balance artistic integrity with financial sustainability. 🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: * Doomsday Profit’s journey from DIY sludge beginnings to a more expansive sound * The creative impact of changing drummers and fresh chemistry * Behind the scenes of their new album (already on Bandcamp with bonus tracks) * Pressing vinyl in small batches: Is it still worth it? * Their stance on label licensing vs. master ownership * Thoughts on genre purity, crossover trends, and Turnstile’s pop/hardcore success * The impact of AI-generated music like Velvet Sundown on the underground * Favorite small venues from Louisville’s Portal to DIY shows in North Carolina * Upcoming appearance at Tampa’s Doom & Gloom Vol. 2 Festival in November 💬 Tom, Bryan, and Ryan also explore the philosophy of live shows, including encores, set lengths, and how community and environment shape great performances. Whether you’re a fan of doom, sludge, or just authentic music conversations—this one’s packed with insight. 🔗 Follow Doomsday Profit Bandcamp → doomsdayprofit.bandcamp.com Instagram → @doomsday_profit [https://www.instagram.com/doomsdayprofit] Catch them live at Tampa Doom & Gloom Vol. 2 – Nov 1-2 @ Deviant Libation #DoomsdayProfit #AndNowTheBand #DoomMetal #SludgeMetal #HeavyMusicPodcast #BandcampFriday #IndependentBands #VinylPressing #DoomAndGloomFest #TampaMetalScene #SludgeScene #NorthCarolinaMetal #AIinMusic #GenreBendingMetal #TurnstileEffect #MetalMonday #LouisvilleVenues #DoomFestival #UndergroundMetal #DIYMusicScene #PortalLouisville #DeviantLibation

In this deeply personal episode, Tom speaks with Frédéric Leclercq of Sinsaenum (also known for his work with DragonForce and Kreator) about the emotional weight behind Sinsaenum’s latest work. The two explore the writing and emotional evolution of the band’s new singles and upcoming material—a journey shaped by the loss of Fred’s father and the late drummer Joey Jordison. 💀 Frédéric opens up about the creative paralysis of grief, his love-hate relationship with songs written as far back as 2019, and why Sinsaenum chose to continue the album in Joey’s memory. Tom and Frédéric also dive into the complex relationship artists have with sorrow, depression, and healing through heavy music. 🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: * The story behind the upcoming Sinsaenum material * Coping with personal loss while writing and recording * “Last Goodbye”: a powerful tribute and visual farewell * Why Frédéric avoids using grief as a marketing tool * The conversation with Paul Masvidal that changed Fred’s view on memory and mourning * The shared healing space music provides for creators and fans * Sinsaenum’s upcoming European tour and hesitation to tour the U.S. (for now) 💬 If you’ve ever found solace in heavy music during hard times—or wondered how artists process grief through their craft—this episode is a must-listen. 🔗 Connect with Sinsaenum YouTube → Sinsaenum Official [https://www.youtube.com/@sinsaenum] 🎧 Listen to "Last Goodbye" now on all streaming platforms 🖤 In memory of Joey Jordison and Fred's father — this one hits deep. #Sinsaenum #FrédéricLeclercq #JoeyJordison #AndNowTheBand #HeavyMusicPodcast #GriefInMusic #ExtremeMetal #BlackenedDeathMetal #DragonForce #Kreator #EmotionalMetal #LastGoodbye #NewMetalReleases #MetalTherapy #DeathAndMetal #HealingThroughMusic #MetalCommunity #DepressiveMetal #PodcastInterview #EuropeanMetalTour

In this episode, Tom is joined by Samu, guitarist and founder of Serpent God, a genre-blending metal band born from the overflowing creativity of members from Se, josta ei puhuta. Samu shares the band’s origin story and gives listeners a deep dive into the making of their upcoming album, “Denial,” slated for release on October 10. 🔥 Samu discusses how Serpent God evolved from a side project into a full-fledged creative force, pushing boundaries by mixing doom, black metal, and classical influences. The album “Denial” was shaped through trial, experimentation, and sheer perseverance—including challenges with drum arrangements and intricate guitar work. 🎧 In this episode: * The unexpected birth of Serpent God and its artistic purpose * Creative chaos: writing without a roadmap * Spotlight on standout track “Beneath” and the emotional weight behind it * Samu’s black metal roots and his affinity for clean guitar and doom * A candid genre discussion: doom vs. thrash, black vs. death * Why embracing the unknown leads to better music Whether you're a fan of slow-burning heaviness or a student of genre fusion, this episode offers a raw, honest look at the creative struggle behind extreme music. 🔻 Connect with Serpent God Bandcamp → serpentgod.bandcamp.com 📡 Follow And Now The Band Instagram → @and_now_the_band [https://www.instagram.com/andnowtheband] YouTube → @andnowtheband [https://www.youtube.com/@andnowtheband] Spotify → And Now The Band Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/andnowtheband] #SerpentGod #SamuOfSerpentGod #AndNowTheBand #ExtremeMetal #DoomMetal #BlackMetal #MetalPodcast #UndergroundMetal #NewMetalReleases #DenialAlbum #ScandinavianMetal #BandcampMetal #HeavyMusicCommunity #MetalCreativity #DoomScene #BlackenedDoom #Metal2024 #AndNowTheBandPodcast

In this episode, Tom welcomes Mike Sugars, frontman of Psycho-Frame, to talk about their upcoming debut album, “Salvation Laughs in the Face of a Grieving Mother,” out July 25 on SharpTone Records. 🔥 With vinyl, CD, and tape preorders already SOLD OUT, Psycho-Frame is a force in the new wave of authentic, emotionally intense deathcore. Mike and Tom talk through the band’s rapid rise, the philosophy behind their music, and what it means to build a community instead of chasing streams. 🎧 In this episode: * Psycho-Frame's album strategy: from demos to sold-out debuts * Why "authenticity > analytics" in today’s music industry * The significance of upcoming tours with Boundaries, STYG, Gates to Hell, Malevolence, Speed, and Dying Wish * Memories of Psycho-Frame’s first Dying Fetus show in Colorado Springs * Mike’s thoughts on Bogg’s Kurt Ballou-produced album and the evolving Midwest scene * Collecting vinyl vs. experiencing it: a fan and artist's view * Personal stories of pandemic moves, family reunions, and rediscovering musical purpose 🎤 Whether you’re deep into deathcore, collecting exclusive vinyl, or just craving real music conversations—this episode brings it. 🟢 Stream/Pre-Save the Album: https://psychoframe.bandcamp.com 📲 Follow Psycho-Frame and Mike: Instagram → @psychoframedc [https://www.instagram.com/psychoframehc] Twitter/X → @psychoframe [https://twitter.com/psychoframe] 📡 And Now The Band: Instagram → @and_now_the_band [https://www.instagram.com/andnowtheband] YouTube → @andnowtheband [https://www.youtube.com/@andnowtheband] Spotify → And Now The Band Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/andnowtheband] #PsychoFrame #MikeSugars #SharpToneRecords #SalvationLaughsInTheFaceOfAGrievingMother #DeathcoreRevival #HardcoreScene #MidwestMetal #Deathcore2024 #VinylCollectors #BlobVariant #AuthenticBands #BandcampFriday #STYG #BoundariesBand #GatesToHell #Malevolence #SpeedHC #DyingWish #BogBand #KurtBallou #AndNowTheBand #UndergroundMetal #TourLife2024 #HeavyMusicPodcast

In this heavy-hitting episode of And Now The Band, host Tom sits down with Greg March, guitarist of False Gods, to dive into the band’s crushingly honest and genre-defying upcoming album “Lost in Darkness and Distance”, out July 25 via BRC Productions. ☠️ Based in Long Island, False Gods blurs the boundaries between doom, hardcore, and sludge metal, creating emotionally raw, punishing tracks that speak directly to internal struggles. Greg opens up about the inspiration behind standout songs like “Imposter”, reflecting on personal evolution, pandemic-era songwriting, and pushing beyond genre expectations. 🗣 In this episode: * The False Gods origin story and their 10-year grind * Behind the scenes of the new album: from vinyl setbacks to self-managed CD releases * Touring DIY-style and booking shows in Louisville, Tampa, and the cult-favorite Metal Monday at Magbar * Sludge metal’s slow climb to recognition and why it's one of the most misunderstood genres * Playing with legends like Eyehategod, 16, and what that meant to the band’s journey * Greg’s honest take on artistic growth, burnout, and the love/hate relationship with the music industry 🔥 Whether you're into doom, hardcore, sludge, or underground heavy music, this episode gives you a raw and real perspective from one of the genre's most quietly powerful voices. 📀 Pre-save or pre-order “Lost in Darkness and Distance” 👉 https://falsegods.bandcamp.com 📡 Follow And Now The Band: Instagram → @andnowtheband [https://www.instagram.com/andnowtheband] YouTube → @andnowtheband [https://www.youtube.com/@andnowtheband] Spotify → And Now The Band Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/andnowtheband] #FalseGodsBand #LostInDarknessAndDistance #SludgeMetal #DoomHardcore #UndergroundMetal #HeavyMusicPodcast #BRCProductions #BandcampMetal #LongIslandMetal #SludgeScene #MagbarLouisville #MetalMonday #SupportDIYMusic #NewMetal2024 #AndNowTheBand #IhateGod #HeavyVinylCollectors #ExtremeMetalScene #MetalTour2024 #HardcoreSludgeFusion