Bleeding Metal Podcast

In this special episode of the Bleeding Metal podcast, Pia introduces an engaging discussion led by Kiki with co-host Martha and returning guest Jenny (Joko) . Together, we delve into our journeys of finding and forming bands. Kiki shares her experience starting embercoal from scratch, while Joko talks about her new adventure with Invoke . Martha discusses her dual role in Horizis and NeuroTidal ,...

Kiki interviews Charlie, a woman with over 20 years in the gaming industry, about the overlap between gaming and heavy metal communities and the underrepresentation of women in these spaces. Charlie shares her background transitioning from music journalism to roles in gaming localization, art, academia, and business development. Her passion for music fueled her diverse career path. They discuss th...

Pia and Suzana discuss the highly anticipated Linkin Park reunion with new vocalist Emily Armstrong and drummer Colin Britton. While Chester Bennington can never be replaced, the hosts express cautious optimism about the band's new artistic direction. Suzana shares her positive impression of the new single "The Emptiness Machine" and Emily's strong stage presence. Overall, the ho...

Pia and Kiki discuss the historical use of provocative symbols in heavy metal, such as the upside-down cross and pentagram, as a means for bands to rebel against the mainstream. They acknowledge that while this tactic was effective in the past, it has become less shocking in today's desensitized society, where even tragic events like school shootings elicit less shock. The hosts also touch on...

In a brand new short episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, Kiki meets Mikaila and Teddy from the Australian band, YOURS TRULY before their concert in Hamburg. They tell us about their experiences on tour, their new album "Toxic", and the importance of inclusivity within alternative music communities. Mikaila shares her personal story of living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, highlighting t...

In this episode, Kiki catches up with Jessie and Eleni from ANKOR at Reload Festival in Sulingen, Germany. They discuss the band's early morning set, overcoming technical difficulties, the importance of safe and respectful show environments for women, and the impact of social media on their music. They also touch on ANKOR's recent shows, including an unforgettable performance at Wacken, an...

Kiki and Pia delve into the intricate topic of motherhood through a feminist lens, particularly within the metal community. This episode offers a rich discussion on societal expectations, personal choices, and the evolving definitions of family and parenting. Kiki, who identifies as childfree by choice, and Pia, a mother of two, provide contrasting yet complementary perspectives that shed light on...

In an episode that has been long time in the making, Kiki and Pia discuss ways in which we can identify and rethink the patriarchal structures around us in the life as Metalheads and dismantle them to make the world a better, fairer place. The goal of Feminism is to have equanimity as a society so that everyone can live free of discrimination. Do you have more ideas and suggestions? Drop them in t...

Join us for part two of the recap of our our unforgettable experiences at Tuska Festival in Helsinki! Again, we delve into the behind-the-scenes of making the TUSKA FORÜM by Bleeding Metal , including interviews with Jennifer Haben from BEYOND THE BLACK and the members of BURY TOMORROW. We also hope you enjoy our weird tangents, hot takes, and rants. Listen to part one of this festival recap and j...

Tuska Festival and the TUSKA FORÜM by Bleeding Metal were a blast! In this first episode of two, Kiki, Martha, and Suzana retell our experiences during the first two days of the festival in Helsinki. We delve into our memories of the interviews and panels conducted during the festival, covering topics from media interactions with bands to the blend of music and gaming, touring life and family comm...

We had a lovely interview with Stefan Keller from NEAERA about their new album “All Is Dust” and political messages in music. BUT the goddesses of technology are not on our side these days, so that the recording is gone. That’s why, Kiki and Martha sum up the talk from their memories and also discuss the album together with Pia. Recorded on July 10th, 2024. Show notes: Martha's review for &quo...

Racism is a topic we talk about a lot on this podcast - and it has a lot in common with misogyny. We discuss this while talking about the BABYMETAL collaboration with ELECTRIC CALLBOY. After that, we have an experiment: Since we asked ourselves how men see feminism and misogyny, we tried to get as close as possible by interviewing our only white team member Pia about racism. Turns out: Yes, there...

Our festival summer starts soon with Tuska Festival in Helsinki, where Kiki will be hosting the Tuska Forum by Bleeding Metal for the second consecutive year, featuring interviews with artists and industry experts. Join Pia and Kiki in this dynamic conversation diving deep into the world of the Tuska Festival with CEO Eeka Mäkynen . Celebrating his 10th year of Tuska, Eeka shares insights about na...

We love to think that the international metalheads all over the world would stick together in a united community - but is that reality? Martha, Pia, and Suzana come together to discuss the topic in an episode that becomes a love letter to the scene. Recorded on April 3rd, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠@power_pia⁠⁠ and is now co-hosted by ⁠⁠@suzanavalenca...

AI is what everyone talks about nowadays. UNLEASH THE ARCHERS used it on their new album "Phantoma", out on May 10th. Kiki and Martha talked to vocalist Brittney Slayes about the background and reactions, but also about social media in general. Recorded on April 30th, 2024. Show notes: ⁠Music video: UNLEASH THE ARCHERS - Green & Glass Band homepage Bleeding Metal was created and is h...

Martha went on a journey and met the King on a Castle! She got the opportunity to listen to the upcoming Kerry King album "From Hell I Rise", which will be out on May 17th, and also had an interview with Kerry King himself. In this episode, she tells Pia everything about the trip. Recorded on April 30th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠@power_pia...

On another time capsule of an episode recorded in 2023, Kiki and Pia come together to discuss violence in the Metal scene as well as in heavy music. Inspired by the incident at a WE CAME AS ROMANS-show, we show our appreciation for kind security guards working the Metal industry. We also learn about Pia's rebellious nature and her love of gore. Recorded on November 14th, 2023. Show notes: Tank...

Pia is back! After a short update and her thoughts about Bimbocore, she, Martha and Suzanna discuss the Trailblaze boardgame (crowdfunding campaign is running until April 20th). The three also talk about their favorite releases of the year so far. We discuss: ⁠Trailblaze Game Recorded on April 3rd, 2024. 00:40 Pia's update 03:47 Bimbocore discussion round 2 15:24 Trailblaze board game 23:38 20...

How open and vulnerable do artists have to be nowadays? How do musicians like the members of BLIND CHANNEL take care of their Mental Health? Joel and Niko, the vocalists of the self-proclaimed "Backstreet Boys of Metal", join Kiki and Suzana on an interesting talk about the origin story of BLIND CHANNEL with their "Violent Pop" branding, making music as their form of therapy, a...

Kiki, Martha, and Suzana set out to analyze what exactly is BimboCore and how it can help us reclaim femininity as the valuable and badass trait it has always been - and dismantle the patriarchy while we're at it. We discuss: Bimbocore article on Loudersound We Are The Pit writes about CINNAMMON BABE LLORONA-estrogen-drama on Loudwire Recorded on March 1st, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and...

The Metal community is the most welcoming of all musical subcultures - or are we? We have been posing this question for some years now. On this episode, Kiki and Pia are joined by Sera , who works with a feminist and anti-racist organization in Finland and is part of the Heavy music community. Together, we evaluate where we really are at in matters of diversity and inclusion and discuss how we can...

We're growing! Kiki and Pia have been joined by two new #WomenInMetal to make the upcoming episodes of the Bleeding Metal Podcast even more diverse and interesting. You might remember Martha from our episode with her about Intersectional Feminism , but this time you'll get to know her as a co-host of the show. Together with Suzana, who joins us directly from Brazil, we take the time in thi...

We’re switching streaming platforms! We will soon be listening to music on the ROKK app. Will you join the streaming platform revolution? On this episode, Kiki is joined by Alex Landenburg , better known as the drummer of KAMELOT and now the creator of the ROKK app. We had a long but lovely conversation, starting with Alex's career as a musician and how the pandemic inspired the idea for the p...

We’re still trying something new! This episode was edited by Kiki again with the help of Artificial Intelligence. If you think the sound is worse in comparison to our usual audio quality, let us know - thank you! As every year, Kiki and Pia begin the new cycle by summarizing their heavy musical highlights of the last twelve months as well as other experiences they enjoyed. Join us to hear which al...

We’re trying something new! This episode was edited by Kiki with the help of Artificial Intelligence - gasp! Help us out by reaching out in case you think the sound is worse in comparison to our usual audio quality - thank you! On this new episode, Kiki and Pia talk to Simon McMurdo , the author of Nightwish on Track - a book that discusses every single song that the legendary Finnish Symphonic Me...