And Now The Band

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 Doomf...

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 gl...

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...

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 Germ...

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 mom...

Tom sits down with Arthur “Arty” Shepherd —vocalist/guitarist of BEINN , co-founder of Saint Vitus Bar , and longtime member of bands like Mind Over Matter , Instruction , and Errortype:11 . In this deep-dive conversation, Artie opens up about: Building the new BEINN album Perpetual Architecture How Saint Vitus Bar became a global destination for heavy music The story behind the 2015 secret Foo Fi...

Host Tom Robbins of And Now The Band sits down with Amy Montgomery and Michael Mormecha of PREYRS to discuss their powerful new album, The Wounded Healer — out November 14 on Pelagic Records . This conversation explores the band’s evolution, their creative process, and how isolation, healing, and authenticity shaped one of the year’s most compelling records. 🔥 In This Episode: The evolution from...

Host Tom Robbins of And Now The Band sits down with Kristyn Hope , the powerhouse vocalist of Daedric , to dive deep into the creation of the new album As the Light Left — a record that blurs the line between ethereal pop, cinematic metal, and raw emotional storytelling. 🔥 In This Episode: The making of As the Light Left and how it evolved from 100 demos to a fully realized concept Kristyn’s incr...

Host Tom Robbins of And Now The Band dives deep with Federico (Esox) to explore his ocean-inspired black metal project Esox and the haunting new album Watery Grave. The two discuss the creative process behind the record’s 5-year evolution, blending marine biology with dark atmospheric metal and experimental sound design. 🔥 In This Episode: Inside Esox’s new album “Watery Grave” – 6 songs, nearly...

Host Tom Robbins of And Now The Band sits down with Tarek Ahmed of Intercourse to talk raw, unfiltered heavy-music life—from chaotic tour prep to the ever-evolving sound of underground metal. Tom and Tarek dive deep into what keeps independent musicians grinding, creating, and staying authentic in a commercial world. 🔥 In This Episode: Intercourse’s tour with Nerver + Louisville show at Mag Bar D...

Host Tom Robbins of And Now The Band sits down with Kate and Austin of Beast Eagle, to talk about the band’s explosive sound that fuses heavy groove, alternative metal, and hard-rock grit. From their earliest basement jams to commanding the stages, Beast Eagle is carving a lane that’s all their own. 🔥 In This Episode: The origin story of Beast Eagle — how Kate and Austin transformed raw riffs int...

Host Tom Robbins of And Now The Band sits down with Peter and Gustaf from Sweden’s rising melodic death metal force Odjur — a band blending the ferocity of Amon Amarth with the emotion of Arch Enemy . In just one year, Odjur has forged a bold sound, building momentum through killer singles and a cinematic Viking aesthetic. 🔥 In This Episode: Inside Odjur’s formation story — how Peter and Gustaf r...

Host Tom Robbins of And Now The Band sits down with Erik Thorstenn, frontman of Bonginator, to dive into the band’s explosive new album Retrodeath — dropping on the 24th. From synthwave-infused death metal to retro horror and B-movie inspiration, Erik shares how Bonginator has carved a wild and unique sound that bridges heavy music with nostalgic chaos.🔥 In This Episode:Inside Retro Death — Bongi...

Host Tom Robbins sits down with Chris Pervelis of the legendary Internal Bleeding to talk about their crushing new album Settle All Scores , released just a week ago. From the record’s punishing groove to reflections on decades of slam death metal innovation , this episode dives deep into the mindset of one of New York’s heaviest exports. 🔥 In This Episode: Breaking down Settle All Scores — songw...

Host Tom Robbins talks with Stu from Blindfolded and Led to the Woods about their newest concept album, a 10-part sonic journey blending chaos, emotion, and technical brilliance. They discuss the album’s creation, the story behind standout tracks like “Arrow” and “Coalescence,” and the meticulous work behind the mix by Forrester Savile. 🔥 Inside This Episode:Blindfolded and Led to the Woods’ new...

Host Tom Robbins sits down with Ricky Hoover of Ov Sulfur to talk about the band’s highly anticipated new album “Endless,” dropping January 2026. They dive deep into the emotional and sonic layers of the record — from blackened deathcore fury to melodic introspection — and discuss touring with Distant, Ingested, and Crucifixion this November. 🔥 Inside This Episode: Ov Sulfur’s new album Endless —...

Host Tom sits down with Metal Mike De Leon of Soulfly to talk about the band’s upcoming album “Chama” (aka Lucky 13 ), hitting October 24th, and what it means for the next wave of heavy metal . From touring with legends like Max Cavalera , Down , Lamb of God , and Slayer , to juggling family, tech work, and guitar duties, Mike shares the real stories behind the riffs. 🔥 Inside This Episode: Soulf...

Tom sits down with the legendary Angelo Moore of Fishbone to dive deep into the band’s explosive new album “Stockholm Syndrome.” From creative evolution to political reflection, Angelo brings the same wild energy and introspection that made Fishbone one of the most influential genre-bending bands in alternative music. 💥 Inside This Episode: The story behind Fishbone’s Stockholm Syndrome Musical i...

Legendary drummer Gene Hoglan joins host Tom Robbins to talk about Dark Angel’s crushing new album “Extinction Level Event,” his 40-year journey through metal, and the evolution of drumming from Death to Strapping Young Lad and beyond. Gene shares exclusive insights into the creative process behind Dark Angel’s latest release, the legacy of Jim Durkin , and the challenges musicians face in the str...

Michael stops by the media area at Louder than Life to chat with me about all the things going on. They were headed out on tour with the mighty Demon Hunter and our friends in War of Ages. Such a killer tour! We chatted about some of the bands crowning moments during their career. From playing to small places to these huge crowds and touring with bands they look up to. Michael shared with us some...

Belgian post-metal visionaries Psychonaut are back with their new album World Maker , dropping October 24th via Pelagic Records — and frontman Stefan De Graef joins host Tom Robbins on And Now The Band to go deep. In this emotional and powerful conversation, Stefan opens up about how fatherhood, loss, and life shaped the writing of World Maker . He and Tom discuss how grief and growth coexist , th...

While at Louder than Life, I was lucky enough to sit and chat with Matt Wantland of 10 Years. Matt talks about celebrating 20 years of The Autumn Effect. Can you believe it's been 20 years? Time sure flies on by. The Autumn Effect was the bands major label debut and really helped put these dudes on the map. Matt and I talk a lot about the benefits of touring...mainly the food. We both really l...

In EP 281 of And Now The Band , Tom sits down with Johnny from Louisville-based Greyhaven to talk about their highly anticipated new album Keep It Quiet , dropping October 10th via Solid State Records . Johnny dives into the band’s creative process, their evolution since Colt America , and how working with producer Will pushed them to explore new musical territory. The conversation highlights Grey...

Nathan, Brandon and Zach of Fox Lake join Tom for a quick conversation. We touched on the bands latest album "New World Heat" that came out in August and the reception to that. We also touch on their tour with Louisvilles own Surfaced, along with Kaonashi and Teeth. This was a quick conversation mainly around Louder Than Life. So many different bands and varied styles of taste, as showca...

Host Tom sits down with Paul McCoy of 12 Stones live at Louder Than Life for a candid conversation about the band’s journey and what’s next. Best known as the iconic “Wake Me Up” voice from Evanescence’s “Bring Me To Life” , Paul dives into 12 Stones’ own legacy, their impact on early 2000s rock, and whether new music is on the way. They also talk festival highlights, bands to catch at Louder Than...