Teaser Talk

C.J. Pierce and Ryan McCombs of Drowning Pool join Hollie Nicole backstage at Welcome to Rockville for a fun, high-energy Teaser Talk conversation about touring, festival crowds, live performance energy, and the band’s lasting impact in rock and metal. This episode is perfect for fans of Drowning Pool, heavy music, rock festivals, backstage interviews, and artist conversations that bring you close...

Apocalyptica’s Eicca Toppinen joins Hollie Nicole backstage at Welcome to Rockville for an immersive conversation about the evolution of cello metal, the influence of Metallica, and the honesty at the heart of heavy music. Eicca shares the story behind Apocalyptica’s revolutionary sound, their journey from classical musicians to global metal innovators, the creative challenges behind Plays Metalli...

Cradle of Filth joins Hollie Nicole backstage at Welcome to Rockville for an unforgettable episode of Teaser Talk. Dani Filth opens up about life on the road during the Majestic In Depth U.S. Tour, the band’s signature blend of horror and theatrical extreme metal, their upcoming album, touring Australia with DevilDriver, and even a surprising collaboration with Ed Sheeran. The conversation also ex...

Dez Fafara of DevilDriver joins Teaser Talk at Welcome to Rockville for a powerful conversation about the band’s new album Strike and Kill, the first single “Dig Your Own Grave,” and the hunger it takes to keep creating heavy music at the highest level. In this episode, Dez talks about the mission behind Strike and Kill, describing the record as nonstop, aggressive, and built around resilience, st...

Mayday Parade joins Teaser Talk at Welcome to Rockville 2026 for a conversation about 20 years as a band, their Florida roots, new music, fan-favorite songs, and what is next. In this episode, Mayday Parade reflects on playing Welcome to Rockville for the first time, how their longtime friendship has helped keep the band together, and what still makes festival performances exciting after two decad...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with Trey Landrum of Devil’s Cut to talk about the band’s unique blend of metalcore and country influence. Trey breaks down how Devil’s Cut developed their “mossy oak metal” sound, pulling from heavy riffs, country storytelling, southern visuals, and real Kentucky energy. The conversation digs into their debut album Roadkill , dropping April...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole catches up with Nick Wolf, lead singer of Oceans On Other Planets, for a conversation about new music, tour life, and building momentum as a modern rock band. Nick talks about the band’s upcoming EP, their run on the Nu Metal Sucks Tour with SpineShank, Hed PE, and Primer 55, and what it takes to prepare for a demanding stretch of shows. He also opens...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with Sean and Seth of Les Palms to talk about the launch of their new band and the story behind their debut single “Second Chances.” The conversation dives into how the project came together unexpectedly, evolving from a solo idea into a full band built on creative chemistry. Sean and Seth open up about writing from personal experience, inclu...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with Blothar, frontman of GWAR, for a conversation that is anything but ordinary. Blothar dives into the chaos behind GWAR’s live shows, what fans can expect from the current tour, and how the band continues to stay relevant after decades of pushing boundaries. The interview also explores their recent cover of “Pink Pony Club,” the band’s lon...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole catches up with Ryan Dominguez of Tokyo Rose for a conversation about the band’s return, the process of writing again, and what this new chapter looks like after years away. Ryan talks about how reunion shows in 2024 helped spark the decision to create new music, leading to the release of the 2026 single “Something Sweeter.” He also shares how the writ...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with Kirk Windstein, founder, vocalist, and guitarist of Crowbar. The conversation digs into the core of Crowbar’s sound, how the band has stayed true to its original vision, and why that heaviness still connects with fans across generations. Kirk talks about his riff-first songwriting process, Crowbar’s recent growth on streaming and social...

Jake Kolatis of The Casualties joins Teaser Talk on the day the band releases  Detonate  - their first full-length album in eight years. In this episode, Jake talks about what led to the long gap between records, how  Detonate  came together over time, and the themes driving the album. From frustration with the current state of the world to the importance of unity, the conversation dives into how...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with Youngy, frontman of Australian metal band King Parrot. Fresh off a huge year, Youngy reflects on the band’s chaotic run of touring, releasing new music, and sharing stages with acts like Pantera and Powertrip. The conversation dives into the band’s intense yet tongue-in-cheek style, the reality of life on the road, and what fans can expe...

Jepha Howard of The Used is back on Teaser Talk. In this episode, we catch up on everything that has happened since his last appearance, including The Used celebrating 25 years, the band's recent touring run, Emo's Not Dead Cruise, and the massive Sydney Opera House performance with a full symphony orchestra and choir. Jepha also talks about the band's creative chemistry, why friendshi...

Season 9 of  Teaser Talk  is officially here. Host  Hollie Nicole  kicks off the new season by looking back at the incredible moments from Season 8 and sharing what fans can expect in the year ahead. From unforgettable festival coverage to candid artist interviews, Teaser Talk continues to bring fans behind the scenes of the rock and metal world. In this episode, Hollie reflects on highlights like...

On this episode of Teaser Talk , Hollie Nicole catches up with Michael Bohn and Hance Alligood  from Woe, Is Me at Louder Than Life Festival for an honest conversation about their long-awaited return. The band reflects on performing under the blazing sun, reconnecting with fans after more than a decade, and the release of their brand-new album Daybreak , their first in 12 years. The guys share how...

On this episode of Teaser Talk , Hollie Nicole sits down with Lee Jennings of The Funeral Portrait at Louder Than Life Festival 2025 for an honest, hilarious, and inspiring conversation. From rocking a full suit in blistering heat to connecting with fans who grew up as misfits, The Funeral Portrait prove why they’re one of the most exciting theatrical rock acts today. Lee opens up about their unfo...

Host Hollie Nicole sits down with Joe Exotic , the man the world knows as Tiger King , for a very different kind of conversation. Instead of memes and mayhem, this exclusive Tiger King interview dives into the music, mission, love and lessons that shaped Joe long before and long after the Netflix series. Joe opens up about: • The parts of Tiger King that he feels got him wrong • His passion for he...

Hollie Nicole sits down with Adam Russell and Dan Marsala from Story of the Year at Louder Than Life Festival for a fun and nostalgic episode of Teaser Talk ! From joking about their early 2000s emo roots to teasing a brand-new record, the band brings their trademark humor, honesty, and high energy to the conversation. They share what fans can expect from their Louder Than Life setlist, tease thei...

Join Teaser Talk as we chat with Beth Vandal of the stellar punk-pop group A New Violet ! Beth discusses her powerful new single, "66," and the incredible news that it will be featured in the She Rides documentary about women motorcycle riders. We explore the band's growth, the importance of creating unfiltered music, and Beth's killer advice for artists feeling the pressure of trends and algorith...

Hollie Nicole sits down with Marcus Bridge of Northlane at Louder Than Life Festival for their first-ever U.S. festival appearance in this electrifying episode of Teaser Talk . From rocking the stage in a blazing-hot red suit to winning over an early festival crowd, Marcus shares their experience of bringing their boundary-pushing sound across the globe. He talks about their unique evolution blend...

In this special episode of Teaser Talk , Hollie Nicole sits down with Oklahoma rock icons Cody Hanson and Marshal Dutton of Hinder live at Louder Than Life Festival 2025 . From their early smash hits like “Lips of an Angel” to their powerful new album Back to Life , Hinder proves they’re still one of rock’s most electrifying forces. The guys share stories about staying true to their sound in a fas...

Hollie Nicole catches up with Matt Byrne from Hatebreed at Louder Than Life Festival for an unforgettable Teaser Talk episode! From their blistering live sets to their decades-long legacy, Hatebreed continues to deliver intensity and authenticity to fans worldwide. In this conversation, he reveals what it’s like balancing massive festivals with intimate club shows, how they craft setlists without...

On this episode of Teaser Talk , Hollie Nicole sits down with Matt Good of From First to Last at Louder Than Life Festival 2025 . After years away from the stage, the band is back with fresh energy and new music, including their latest single “Mirror Soul” featuring Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens . The conversation dives into what it feels like returning after more than a decade, how the ban...

On this episode of Teaser Talk , Hollie Nicole sits down with David Nester and Trevor Johnson of ENMY, fresh off their high-energy debut at Louder Than Life Festival . From power outages and weather delays to an electrified crowd that waited over an hour just to see them, the guys share what it was like to bring their music to the biggest rock festival in the U.S. David and Trevor dive into the st...