Armored Saint’s Joey Vera on the New Album, Songwriting & Metal

FIRED UP FOR FRIDAY: CONVERGE, WMD, Uga Buga, Apostle & More

🔥 FIRED UP FOR FRIDAY is back! I’m a little behind this week after vacation, but that just means I had more time to sit with these new releases before giving my thoughts.In this episode, I dive into the latest albums from WMD, Converge, Uga Buga, Apostle, and more, breaking down the riffs, standout moments, surprises, and whether these releases actually live up to expectations.🎸 Featured in this episode:0:00 Intro1:18  @APOSTLEBAND  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC6WQAopdN0GBLN-KLda3sHg] - Splinter in the Infinite Noumenon ( @terminushatecity  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCddrTUjf8Gi5F2K25CLHLqw] )3:18  @ugabugaband  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCbFtnZrWMQHe9Rwu_waxxIw] - Valley of the Wolf ( @ThirdHouseCommunications  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCyZUqvbczuyPvYPXhieFoJw] )7:02 Dead Void - Cranial Devastation ( @darkdescentrecords  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCGyxi5jMXe0M0nqOAwDGREw] )9:00 W.M.D. - Against All Warnings12:03  @ConvergeOfficial  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCQH3-LheW109oRm0f4JatDg] - Hum of Hurt ( @centurymedia  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCnK9PxMozTYs8ELOvgMNKFA] )14:53  @bloodincantationofficial  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCz4EMljmmFlcOcxJMazlw_Q] - All Gates Open ( @centurymedia  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCnK9PxMozTYs8ELOvgMNKFA] )Did the new Converge hit as hard as expected? Which underground release surprised me the most? And what albums deserve your immediate attention?What have you been digging on from 2026? With almost half way through this year, tell me what I need to hear!Fired Up For Friday gives you the insight to what is dropping a few days ahead of Friday, so you know where to start and what to expect, before the day even arrives. I also give you my ratings and a sound bite of the album, to hopefully prepare you as much as possible for the avalanche of heavy, that happens each week. Follow the podcast to make sure you don't miss what is dropping every Friday, interviews, breakdowns, reviews and so much more, dropping every Wednesday! Also, head over and check out the Distorted Dialogue episodes here, so you can find out more from your favorite artists, bands and other industry professionals, dropping every Sunday! Are you looking for new heavy to start off the weekend? Are you tired of listening to the same old music and are looking for something new and exciting? Yeah me too, so I started scouring the promos to see what excites me, because chances are if I like it, so will you! An offering of molten metal to fuel your Fridays and end the week with a bang! Whether it’s Thrash and Death, Psych and Doom, or Industrial and Extreme Metal, if it’s hot, find it here. And if there is something I missed, let me know about it. With so much new music being released, chances I am bound to miss a few, let me know what you are dying for! And besides, when has fire ever not been cool? 🚨🎶 Have your music reviewed at:🎶🚨🔗⁠sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashology⁠ —Submit Hub Link Or🔗⁠https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA⁠  —Groover Profile Link Whether you’re looking for the newest, heaviest, most extreme metal riffs, or you need something that fits the mood, you have come to the right place. We put all things metal to the most rigors of tests, so you don’t have to. Combing the farthest reaches of the globe, or at the top of the charts, we’re into everything in between. Our passion is spread just as far, whether it’s death and thrash metal, or doom and psych chances are I like it.

FIRED UP FOR FRIDAY: CONVERGE, WMD, Uga Buga, Apostle & More

🔥 FIRED UP FOR FRIDAY is back! I’m a little behind this week after vacation, but that just means I had more time to sit with these new releases before giving my thoughts.In this episode, I dive into the latest albums from WMD, Converge, Uga Buga, Apostle, and more, breaking down the riffs, standout moments, surprises, and whether these releases actually live up to expectations.🎸 Featured in this episode:0:00 Intro1:18  @APOSTLEBAND  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC6WQAopdN0GBLN-KLda3sHg] - Splinter in the Infinite Noumenon ( @terminushatecity  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCddrTUjf8Gi5F2K25CLHLqw] )3:18  @ugabugaband  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCbFtnZrWMQHe9Rwu_waxxIw] - Valley of the Wolf ( @ThirdHouseCommunications  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCyZUqvbczuyPvYPXhieFoJw] )7:02 Dead Void - Cranial Devastation ( @darkdescentrecords  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCGyxi5jMXe0M0nqOAwDGREw] )9:00 W.M.D. - Against All Warnings12:03  @ConvergeOfficial  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCQH3-LheW109oRm0f4JatDg] - Hum of Hurt ( @centurymedia  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCnK9PxMozTYs8ELOvgMNKFA] )14:53  @bloodincantationofficial  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCz4EMljmmFlcOcxJMazlw_Q] - All Gates Open ( @centurymedia  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCnK9PxMozTYs8ELOvgMNKFA] )Did the new Converge hit as hard as expected? Which underground release surprised me the most? And what albums deserve your immediate attention?What have you been digging on from 2026? With almost half way through this year, tell me what I need to hear!Fired Up For Friday gives you the insight to what is dropping a few days ahead of Friday, so you know where to start and what to expect, before the day even arrives. I also give you my ratings and a sound bite of the album, to hopefully prepare you as much as possible for the avalanche of heavy, that happens each week. Follow the podcast to make sure you don't miss what is dropping every Friday, interviews, breakdowns, reviews and so much more, dropping every Wednesday! Also, head over and check out the Distorted Dialogue episodes here, so you can find out more from your favorite artists, bands and other industry professionals, dropping every Sunday! Are you looking for new heavy to start off the weekend? Are you tired of listening to the same old music and are looking for something new and exciting? Yeah me too, so I started scouring the promos to see what excites me, because chances are if I like it, so will you! An offering of molten metal to fuel your Fridays and end the week with a bang! Whether it’s Thrash and Death, Psych and Doom, or Industrial and Extreme Metal, if it’s hot, find it here. And if there is something I missed, let me know about it. With so much new music being released, chances I am bound to miss a few, let me know what you are dying for! And besides, when has fire ever not been cool? 🚨🎶 Have your music reviewed at:🎶🚨🔗⁠sbmt.to/metalinstituteofthrashology⁠ —Submit Hub Link Or🔗⁠https://bit.ly/4iJZMZA⁠  —Groover Profile Link Whether you’re looking for the newest, heaviest, most extreme metal riffs, or you need something that fits the mood, you have come to the right place. We put all things metal to the most rigors of tests, so you don’t have to. Combing the farthest reaches of the globe, or at the top of the charts, we’re into everything in between. Our passion is spread just as far, whether it’s death and thrash metal, or doom and psych chances are I like it.

Armored Saint’s Joey Vera on the New Album, Songwriting & Metal

On this episode of Distorted Dialogue, I sit down with Joey Vera of Armored Saint to dive deep into the band’s highly anticipated new album,Emotion Factory Reset, the songwriting process, what fans can expect, and the continued legacy of one of heavy metal’s most respected bands. But the conversation doesn’t stop there. Joey also reflects on his long tenure with Fates Warning, discussing his years with the legendary progressive metal act, how the band evolved over time, and what that chapter of his career meant to him musically. We also get into Joey’s appreciation for the legendary Mercyful Fate, touching on the influence of classic metal and the lasting impact of iconic bands on today’s heavy music scene, and how he was recruited to fill in on bass. If you’re a fan of Armored Saint, Fates Warning, Mercyful Fate, classic heavy metal, power metal, or in-depth musician interviews, this episode delivers a candid conversation with one of metal’s most respected players. Topics include: ⚔️ The NEW Armored Saint album 🎸 Songwriting & creative process 🔥 Joey Vera’s years in Fates Warning 👹 Discussion on Mercyful Fate & classic metal influence 🎤 The evolution of heavy metal 🤘 Stories, insights & more Follow Distorted Dialogue for more in-depth conversations with artists from across the metal world.

Armored Saint’s Joey Vera on the New Album, Songwriting & Metal

On this episode of Distorted Dialogue, I sit down with Joey Vera of Armored Saint to dive deep into the band’s highly anticipated new album,Emotion Factory Reset, the songwriting process, what fans can expect, and the continued legacy of one of heavy metal’s most respected bands. But the conversation doesn’t stop there. Joey also reflects on his long tenure with Fates Warning, discussing his years with the legendary progressive metal act, how the band evolved over time, and what that chapter of his career meant to him musically. We also get into Joey’s appreciation for the legendary Mercyful Fate, touching on the influence of classic metal and the lasting impact of iconic bands on today’s heavy music scene, and how he was recruited to fill in on bass. If you’re a fan of Armored Saint, Fates Warning, Mercyful Fate, classic heavy metal, power metal, or in-depth musician interviews, this episode delivers a candid conversation with one of metal’s most respected players. Topics include:⚔️ The NEW Armored Saint album🎸 Songwriting & creative process🔥 Joey Vera’s years in Fates Warning👹 Discussion on Mercyful Fate & classic metal influence🎤 The evolution of heavy metal🤘 Stories, insights & more Follow Distorted Dialogue for more in-depth conversations with artists from across the metal world.

Fired Up For Friday | Serpent Lord, Mzztr, Bleeth & Worm Haven Reviews + Armored Saint Pick

🔥 Fired Up For Friday is back with a fresh batch of metal album reviews! This week, we break down the latest releases from Serpent Lord, Mzztr, Bleeth, and Worm Haven, discussing the riffs, production, songwriting, atmosphere, standout moments, and whether these new albums are worth adding to your playlist. We also revisit last week’s standout release, with Armored Saint earning the Album of Last Week spotlight. If you’re into heavy metal, doom metal, death metal, black metal, underground metal, new metal albums, album reviews, and discovering new bands, this episode is for you. 🎧 Featured in this episode: • Serpent Lord review • Mzztr review • Bleeth review • Worm Haven review • Album of the Week discussion • New underground metal releases • Weekly metal recommendations 💬 Which album are you spinning this week? Share the episode and join the conversation. Follow Distorted Dialogue / The Metal Institute of Thrashology for weekly metal discussions, album reviews, underground discoveries, and interviews with bands from across the metal world.