And Now The Band

EP301 Blood Of The Earth: New Music, Doomfest, Recording Plans & Metal Community Stories

In EP301, Blood Of The Earth join Tom for a wide-ranging conversation covering new music, band growth, touring memories, and the underground metal community. Jeff, Katie, Christian, and John break down their December and January recording schedule, tracking drums, guitars, bass, and keys, plus their upcoming sessions with Ryan Bosch at Kandor Studios in Tampa. They also discuss preparing for Doomfest at Deviant Libation and the excitement of playing as a two-piece before heading back into the studio. The episode also touches on Tom’s personal stories about aging as a lifelong music fan, Detroit’s economic rise and fall, and reconnecting with family. The band shares future touring plans, European festival goals, collaborations with members of Crisis, their musical evolution beyond doom and stoner roots, and the importance of having fun while creating heavy music. If you’re into doom, sludge, stoner, post-metal, or behind-the-scenes looks into underground heavy bands, this episode is a must-listen. #BloodOfTheEarth #DoomMetal #StonerDoom #UndergroundMetal #MetalPodcast #HeavyMusic #Doomfest #LouisvilleMetal #RecordingStudio #MetalBands #SludgeMetal #PostMetal #KandorStudios #RyanBosch #DeviantLibation #MetalMonday #MusicInterviews #HeavyScene * Blood of the Earth * doom metal podcast * underground metal interview * heavy music stories * stoner doom band * metal recording process * touring metal bands * Doomfest * heavy underground community * metal festival talk

EP300 – Mike & Carly (Radian): New Music, Metal Monday & Carly’s Journey Into Heavy Music

For EP300, Tom sits down with Mike and Carly of Radian at Louisville’s iconic Mag Bar just before they take the stage for Metal Monday. They talk about Carly’s path into the band, her deep connection to heavy music, and how she became part of Akron’s sludge/doom scene. Mike shares behind-the-scenes updates about brand-new Radian material currently in mastering, giving listeners a rare real-time glimpse into the band’s creative process. They also recap a recent standout show with Rwake, Ohlm, and Lordship at Portal Louisville, discussing the energy, performances, and crowd reaction.Fans of sludge, doom, post-metal, and underground heavy music won’t want to miss this one — new music and tour plans are coming soon.#Radian #AkronMetal #SludgeMetal #DoomMetal #MetalMonday #MagBar #HeavyMusicPodcast #UndergroundMetal #AndNowTheBand #NewMetal2025 #Rwake #Ohlm #Lordship #OhioMetalScene * Radian podcast interview * Akron sludge metal * heavy music conversation * doom metal band new album * sludge metal artists * underground heavy scene * live metal performance * new sludge metal 2025 * metal musician interview * Mag Bar Louisville

EP299 – Mark (Massa Nera): Breaking Genre Rules & The Making of “The Emptiness of All Things”

In Episode 299, Tom is joined by Mark of Massa Nera to break down the band’s acclaimed new album, The Emptiness of All Things, released on Halloween to overwhelmingly positive reviews. Mark discusses the band’s experimental approach to composition, the intentional push beyond screamo and post-hardcore conventions, and how they crafted an album that moves from chaos to reflection with purpose. Tom and Mark explore the modern landscape of heavy music — from the disappearing boundaries between metal and punk to the growing inclusivity of the underground scene. They share stories about shows, influential bands, musicianship, and the sense of community that extreme music fosters. The conversation dives into experimental music, free-form creativity, and the intellectual + emotional side of heavy music. Fans of screamo, post-metal, black metal, punk, and genre-bending underground music will find a ton to love in this episode. #MassaNera #TheEmptinessOfAllThings #Screamo #PostHardcore #BlackMetalInfluence #ExtremeMusic #UndergroundMetal #ExperimentalMusic #ConvergeFans #HeavyMusicPodcast #AndNowTheBand #PostMetal #MetalPodcast #ScreamoRevival * Massa Nera podcast * post-hardcore experimental * screamo album discussion * heavy music creativity * metal and punk crossover * boundary-pushing heavy bands * extreme music community * experimental songwriting * modern heavy underground * emotional heavy music

EP298 Razor Attack NWOTHM Momentum, Fan Growth & Their 2026 Album Plans

In Episode 298, Tom is joined by Tommy and Louis of Razor Attack, a rising Swedish heavy metal band championed by NWOTHM fans worldwide. The band breaks down their long-term strategy leading up to their planned 2026 album release, including how limited practice time, strong songwriting, and smart release timing have helped them build momentum in Europe. They discuss their growing fanbase in Germany and the Netherlands, the success of their single “Armageddon,” the impact of Antos’s viral heavy-metal kids-cartoon cover, and their debates about whether streaming numbers actually translate to real fans. Tom and the band explore how email lists, merch updates, and consistent communication can help bands stay connected with listeners. The episode also dives into the members’ musical backgrounds, their views on AI in music and artwork, the importance of album-focused metal fandom, and some fun side conversations about celebrity sightings, Halloween, and chaos on stage. A great listen for fans of NWOTHM, traditional heavy metal, and anyone interested in modern DIY band strategy. #RazorAttack #NWOTHM #SwedishMetal #HeavyMetal2024 #TraditionalMetal #MetalPodcast #AndNowTheBand #UndergroundMetal #MetalInterview #BlueGrapeVibes #HeavyMusicCommunity #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #MetalFans * Razor Attack podcast * NWOTHM interview * Swedish metal scene * metal band marketing * heavy metal festival strategy * underground heavy music * new traditional heavy metal * metal album creation * band fan engagement * European metal fandom

EP297 Flynn of GASKET Debut Album Breakdown, DIY Touring & What’s Next

In Episode 297, Tom sits down with Flynn of GASKET to dig into the band’s self-titled debut album, releasing soon on Blue Grape Music. Flynn talks about the band’s rapid growth since forming in 2022, how they’ve built momentum through heavy DIY touring, and what fans can expect from the new record. The two discuss GASKET’s massive 26-shows-in-31-days DIY U.S. tour with X Gargoyle X, standout moments like their wild Orlando show with Watts, and the process of crafting songs for their first full-length. Flynn also previews their January 6th release show at Songbird in DC, an upcoming February festival, and a March tour with Mile End. If you love discovering rising heavy bands, hearing real stories from the touring world, or following Blue Grape Music artists, this is a must-listen episode. Keywords * Gasket interview * Blue Grape Music podcast * heavy music podcast * DIY touring stories * hardcore band interviews * new metalcore bands * debut album 2024 * underground heavy music * music scene interviews * band tour experiences