The Metal Block

Episode 67 - Hanging out with Dissentience

Zoomy and Brutal Brando take a trip over the big pond to the land of dragons.  Everything is bigger there, especially the monsters.  Join us tonight as we talk with Connor from Dissentience.  He shares his journey into metal music, the creative process behind their latest EP Kaiju, and insights into their tuning and songwriting approach. Discover how they blend influences from thrash, death metal, and classic rock to create a heavy sound that keeps you engaged till the end… and quite frankly wanting more when it’s over! We talk about the realities of the music industry, crowdfunding success stories, favorite music videos, and dream travel destinations. We hope to see you at the Weirdo Festival😊100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the music video Kaiju from their recent EP release titled Kaiju   Now check them out online: Official Webpage - https://www.dissentience.com/ [https://www.dissentience.com/] Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dissentienceband/ [https://www.facebook.com/dissentienceband/] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dissentience/ [https://www.instagram.com/dissentience/] YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@dissentience [https://www.youtube.com/@dissentience] Bandcamp - https://dissentience.bandcamp.com/ [https://dissentience.bandcamp.com/] Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2XzjaIrjSJWK7nNaMPoCae [https://open.spotify.com/artist/2XzjaIrjSJWK7nNaMPoCae]   Check out Dissentience live!!! ·       June 5th – Juan Bar in Queens, NY ·       June 6th – Inkwell in Allentown, PA

Episode 66 - Hanging out with Wound Stench

Rise and Grind Metalheads!!! No time for coffee but grab the Tylenol in case you get a headache!  Brutal Brando and Zoomy are so honored to hang out with the band Wound Stench.  In this episode we discuss their origins, musical influences, and the grindcore scene.  They share insights into their creative processes and explain what’s new with the band.  We get to hear about their musical influences, gear setups, tour experiences, and the messages behind the music.  How do you feel about conspiracy theories?  What about haunted drums?  Don’t be scared… 100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the song “Victim of Vanity”   Check these guys out online! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_Eik_UfSbM [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_Eik_UfSbM] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wound_stench/ [https://www.instagram.com/wound_stench/] Threads - https://www.threads.com/@bobbyjackgrind/post/DXKJ_tFlNPh/video-wound-stench-gulfcoastgrindcore-blastbeats-grindcore [https://www.threads.com/@bobbyjackgrind/post/DXKJ_tFlNPh/video-wound-stench-gulfcoastgrindcore-blastbeats-grindcore] Bandcamp - https://romannumeralrecords.bandcamp.com/album/manufactured-dreams [https://romannumeralrecords.bandcamp.com/album/manufactured-dreams] Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5SErnTAifWn26fYTjwgltp [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5SErnTAifWn26fYTjwgltp]     Don’t miss these tour dates!!!   May 28th-31st; Pacific Northwest and Canada   July 25th; Corpus Cristi   October 8th – 11th w/ the Posers; Houston, Austin, El Paso and San Antonio

Episode 65 - Hanging out with Izeovasis

In tonight’s episode, we are hanging out with the minds behind Izeovasis!  We get to explore firsthand their creative process, the evolution of the band, and why collaboration with others is crucial!  We peek at how they write, record, and stay relevant in the modern music scene.  We talk about some awesome keg parties, and laugh through the Furious 5.  Be careful not to wake up with a stinky finger!  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the song “Narcissist” from their recent collaboration with The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza.   Visit the boys online! Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/izeovasismusic/ [https://www.facebook.com/izeovasismusic/] Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/izeovasis/ [https://www.instagram.com/izeovasis/] YouTube – https://youtube.com/channel/UCujGWGNAGX7TMMtDUU_N25g?si=UHz4RUNaT2J6U7GA [https://youtube.com/channel/UCujGWGNAGX7TMMtDUU_N25g?si=UHz4RUNaT2J6U7GA] Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/42fBsIx1FZMPklnQ8U6N2C [https://open.spotify.com/artist/42fBsIx1FZMPklnQ8U6N2C] Bandcamp - https://izeovasis1.bandcamp.com/album/synapse-collective [https://izeovasis1.bandcamp.com/album/synapse-collective]

Episode 64 - Hanging out with Bayonet Dismemberment

Sun-bleached, pit stomped, and clothes crusted in salt, our mighty duo set sail for something a little further north.  Join Brutal Brando and Zoomy as they hang out with Landon from Bayonet Dismemberment.  During this episode, we get to hear a little about how the band started, some of the inspiration and meaning behind the art, and stories from the first shows.  Landon explains why bands need to stick together to get their music out there, and why releasing new material, frequently, is important.  Don’t miss this Slam Banger.  Make sure to wear green, or you might get pinched :P  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the title track from the recent EP “Skull Crushed by a Tank”   You have to visit them online! Official Website - https://www.bayonetdismemberment.com/ [https://www.bayonetdismemberment.com/] Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/p/Bayonet-Dismemberment-61553606097607/ [https://www.facebook.com/p/Bayonet-Dismemberment-61553606097607/] Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bayonetdismemberment/ [https://www.instagram.com/bayonetdismemberment/] Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5zF2uDrNaI6By6z8en9iNp [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5zF2uDrNaI6By6z8en9iNp] Bandcamp – https://bayonetdismemberment.bandcamp.com/ [https://bayonetdismemberment.bandcamp.com/]     Fall down the rabbit hole that is Iron Fortress Records https://linktr.ee/ironfortressrecords [https://linktr.ee/ironfortressrecords]   Artwork by Julian Mortuus - https://www.metal-archives.com/artists/Julian_Mortuus/1090584 [https://www.metal-archives.com/artists/Julian_Mortuus/1090584]

Episode 63 - Hanging out with Kryptik Mutation -Guitar House

Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 here we come!  One last stop along the way.  Our fearless duo is bloody.  What a journey over these last couple months!  Tonight, Zoomy and Brutal Brando are hanging out with Kryptik Mutation!!! Chris and Fred tell us about their metal origins, their writing process, and live performances they will always remember.  There is excitement surrounding their new music.  Plus, we talk about our love for guitars and musical gear.  Stories and laughs, galore!  Don’t miss the Furious 5 and plenty of green spaghetti😊  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!     Featuring the song “Blistering Blow” from the album Pulled From the Pit.   Visit Kryptik Mutation online: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/KryptikMutationOfficial/ [https://www.facebook.com/KryptikMutationOfficial/] Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/kryptikmutation/ [https://www.instagram.com/kryptikmutation/] YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@kryptikmutation2841 [https://www.youtube.com/@kryptikmutation2841] Bandcamp – https://kryptikmutation.bandcamp.com/merch [https://kryptikmutation.bandcamp.com/merch] Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5GDoAhpa0YhXh3YIvbMLKi [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5GDoAhpa0YhXh3YIvbMLKi]   Hey fartknockers!  Check out Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 and all the other awesome bands! https://www.facebook.com/events/the-pub-529/gulfcoast-deathfest-5/25647627358168559/ [https://www.facebook.com/events/the-pub-529/gulfcoast-deathfest-5/25647627358168559/] https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoast_deathfest/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoast_deathfest/?hl=en]