Druids Of Doom: A Metal Podcast

Season 4 kicks off with a long-awaited return as Wrecker rises from major health struggles to reunite with Frannie and revive the Druids of Doom.  Fittingly, the Druids explore bands who’ve pulled off legendary comebacks after crushing setbacks.  Also in this episode: the most unexpected video game theme song of the 2000s, and Ozzy’s final show delivers a farewell that hits straight in the feels. ...

On this flame filled Halloween special, the Druids explore King Diamond’s witch burning classic “The Eye.” Wrecker visits the Canadian border, while Frannie is gearing up for Iron Maiden and a return to middle earth. An in depth look at the new Unto Others album “Never, Neverland” caps off this ghoultide special! 00:02:55 - Banter 00:15:20 - Concert Roundup 00:24:29 - Druidic Discoveries 00:32:15...

The Druids are back from the dead In the massive kickoff to season 3! Frannie and Wrecker tear down US Bank Stadium with Pantera and Metallica! The Druids have a spiritual awakening during Fade to Black, and no buttholes required sunning to get there. Wrecker sees a top secret Pantera show at the legendary first avenue club in Minneapolis, and a rare punk rock moment is shared as NOFX’s final tour...

In the season 2 finale the Druids return to the Milwuakee Metalfest, a three day assault of heavy metal! Also in this maniacal closing of season 2, the Druids discover the power of AI-generated hair metal, and they uncover ancient power listening to the new Tzompantli album, Beating the Drums of Ancestral Force! It’s a fitting finale to a season of new heights for the coven of the black cloth! Hug...

The Druids bring coverage of Hell’s Heroes festival as Wrecker gets up close and personal with three days of raucous heavy metal action! Also in this episode; the Druids explore the cult of keeping Metal alive, Bruce Dickinson’s new project is fully unpacked, and Houston’s music culture is shown the love it deserves. N o Remorse: The Illustrated True Stories of Lemmy Kilmister and Motörhead: https...

The Druids take careful effort to feather their hair to maximum height in this 1980’s Glam Metal special! Ride along for a deep dive into the culture, image, and downfall of the genre, and find out why Ratt is better than your favorite band! Intro/Outro music courtesy of Stormruler. Check us out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/druids_of_doom_podcast/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/dr...

In this very special Ghoultide episode, the Druids take you back to the 1980’s with cult classic film Gremlins, and explore how it provides a heavy metal reminder of our primal urges. Frannie and Wrecker recap their metal highlights of 2023 in the annual Riffie Awards! Who will take home best in show?  Live coverage of Immolation, Frozen Soul, and 200 Stab Wounds will grow your heart three sizes l...

In this blood-soaked special feature, the Druids go medieval in their exploration of torture, Frannie gets chastised at a Cannibal Corpse show, and a would-you-rather from hell leaves its mark! We can’t guarantee you mercy, but we can promise a good time!  Music used : "DARK WOODS" composed and produced by Vivek Abhishek Intro/Outro music courtesy of Stormruler. Check us out on: Instagra...

Join Wrecker and Frannie as they plunder the rise of Floridian Death Metal for all its worth. Frannie finds out that Jeopardy is a helluva lot harder than his pecker and Wrecker has a panic attack at Trader Joe’s.  Tune in - your brain cells won’t kill themselves!!! Intro/Outro music courtesy of Stormruler. Check us out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/druids_of_doom_podcast/ Twitter: http...

The Druids shake off the rust and kick off season two with a full recap of the Mad With Power festival - bringing you coverage of man-bear-pig, retro video game kink, and a pick-stealing betrayal! Frannie gushes over wet-ass plutonium, and Wrecker is confronted with the reality that hobbit-rock is here to stay! Intro/Outro music courtesy of Stormruler. Check us out on: Instagram: https://www.insta...

In the Season one finale Franny and Wrecker put boots on the ground to bring you live coverage from the Milwaukee Metalfest! Only by “boots” we mean crocs and old-lady high-tops! Expect to hear guerilla audio from the road trip, idiotic banter about prairie-dogging at a truck-stop bathroom, and the elegant sounds of a woman vomiting as Frannie clutches a drumstick from Unearth. What can we say, th...

Road-tripping to festivals is the heart of heavy metal camaraderie! But without careful planning, your metallic journey can turn into a trip of horrors! Frannie and Wrecker provide a look at heavy metal road trips - including gas station food, basement Airbnb’s, and the perils of Wisconsin. Live coverage of Uada , Rotting Christ , Thulcandra , and Wolfheart will smash your face and album reviews f...

The Druids join forces in a frostbitten exploration of the infamous 2nd wave of Black Metal. We preview the return of the Milwaukee Metalfest. Wrecker brings tales from Florida, including his hotel’s blood covered sheets, sightings of the least Metal creature in the animal kingdom, and the ratio of trophy wives in Key West. Frannie is truly befuddled discussing the emotional connect between shitti...

The allure of Heavy Metal cover art is one of the unique features of Metal culture. Hidden castles, rotten zombies, or forbidden forests can all tell a visual tale of what a record may offer. But what about cover art that causes your bowels to loosen?...What about cover art so bad you wish you could look away? Today Frannie and Wrecker break down cover art…and, cover shart. With live coverage of U...

Snow is falling, stockings are stuffed, and Krampus is stalking children in the night. Christmas is here and the druids have been lying awake at night, tortured not by visions of dancing sugar plums, but of bloodied bodies strewn about a Christmas hell house! In this special ghoultide episode the Druids explore why Home Alone is absolutely not a family film! The Druids also take a look at the futu...

Bust out your thimbles, needles, and thread - because the Druids are here to discuss all things Battle Vest in an episode sure to leave you in stitches…The Druids dive into the origins of the battle vest, and provide insight on building your own sacred metal garb. What can we say, we’re a tight knit community here at the DoD. If you’ve ever asked yourself “Am I a metalhead?” today’s show will help...

Sound the horns of war, make ready your steel, and make sure your pizza rolls are hot and ready! The Genre Deathmatch has descended upon us as Franny and Wrecker break down what would happen if metal genres met on the field of battle in this tournament style fight to the death! This episode’s live reviews sees Neckwrecker spouting the importance of Zeal & Ardor , and the mind bending insanity...

A chill is in the air and strange things are afoot. In the distance you hear a chainsaw and maniacal scream as you desperately try to regain composure. The deeply unsettling unease can mean only one thing - it’s all Hallow’s Eve, and the Druids are here for it in an oozing Samhain special! Live reviews of Inoculation , Krisiun , Alluvial , and the aptly named Screamer will leave you gasping for ai...

Franny and Neckwrecker are back with scintillating album reviews and concert coverage that will leave you in existential crisis! Featuring live shows by Inhuman Condition , Kataklysm , Deicide , and the teutonic masters of fire, Rammstein - the Druids will put you in the front row without getting second hand burns! In our main entree, the Druids riff on how to avoid getting crop-dusted, the do’s a...

Franny and the Wrecker of Necks are back with more fist pumping reviews of Venator , Mortiferum and Napalm Death . Spines are still healing from live performances by Inhuman Condition, Kataklysm, and Deicide! The druids get all verklempt over Stormruler and Nocturnus , and in this episode’s extravaganza the druids discuss how they were seduced by heavy metal. Wrecker talks about scary punk rockers...

In our inaugural episode of the Druids of Doom, Franny and Neckwrecker review live shows headlined by Hulder , Municipal Waste , and Dying Fetus . The druids also have plenty to say about supporting acts Bewitcher , Frozen Soul , Skeleton , and more! Finally, we agree to disagree about River of Nihil’s most recent outing, and discuss what other metal is plundering their ear holes! Also HUGE thanks...