Into The Necrosphere

This week Jon Davis of UK-based sludge purveyors, Conan, blows my mind with his idea to revolutionize the music industry. We also discuss the writing process for Conan’s brilliant new album, “Evidence Of Immortality”, going back out on tour after Covid and a lot more. PLUS: a review of the new record by Grima, and my first impressions of the latest tracks by Behemoth, Strigoi, Stormruler, Black La...

On this week’s episode, A|V of the British black metal band, Abduction, makes his long overdue return to the show to discuss “Black Blood”, signing to Candelight Records, the state of the scene and much more. I also review “Blood & Bonemeal”, the debut by New Jersey doom/death collective, Reeking Aura, and give you my first impressions of new tracks by Bloodbath, Revocation, Trial and others....

This week I kick off the podcast in grand fashion with the world premiere of the first single taken from the forthcoming Antichrist Imperium record, “Vol 3: Satan In His Original Glory”. Then I host an in-depth conversation with a member of Portuguese black metal battalion, Gaerea, about the band’s upcoming album, “Mirage”, their live show, lyrical philosophy and more. I also review “Divine Counci...

This week I’m visiting with Jason Peppiatt of Australian death metal legends, Psycroptic. We discuss their upcoming record, “Divine Council”, Jason’s journey into music, his take on the Pantera reunion, his art and much more. I also review “Mortem Solis” by Krisiun and give you my first impressions of new tracks by Goatwhore, Behemoth and more on my spiciest news rant to date. Plus: a HUGE announc...

On this episode, I welcome Internal Bleeding founding member, Chris Pervelis, to the podcast. We discuss all things death metal, life on the road, Chris’ career outside of the music industry, some of our favourite TV shows and a lot more. I also review the third installment in Panzerfaust’s blistering “Suns Of Perdition” quadrilogy and react to new tracks by Strigoi, Cripple Black Phoenix, Abhor a...

It’s always a good time when I catch up with my brother Shayan of Trivax and The Iblis Manifestation podcast, and this episode is definitely no exception. On this installment of the podcast, we discuss and debate a raft of topics across the cultural and political spectrums, along with a host of other topics in between. PLUS - Shayan gives an update on the status of the forthcoming Trivax record. I...

On this episode, I talk to Adam Agius of Alchemist (also The Levitation Hex and Pilots of Baalbek) about the early days of the band, signing to Relapse in the early 2000s, along with the events that led up to the band disbanding in 2010. I also ask the question: "What would it take for Alchemist to get back together?" PLUS - I review "Svartsyn", the comeback record by Norwegian black metal collect...

Matt Wilcock of Werewolves, The Antichrist Imperium and Shotgun Mistress makes his long overdue return to the podcast this week. We discuss the making of and the incredible response to the latest Werewolves record, "From The Cave To The Grave", and I get another update on the forthcoming Antichrist Imperium album. We also cover a number of other topics near and dear to our manly hearts, including...

This week I’m joined by Dagon and Azrael, founding members of UK black metal collective, Heathen Deity, to talk about their triumphant appearance at this year’s Incineration Fest, the early days of the band and to lift the lid off the mystery surrounding the more than two decade wait for their debut album. I also review “From The Cave To The Grave” by Werewolves, and after a week-long absence, the...

n this episode of the show, Naas Alcameth of Akhlys and Nightbringer joins me to help make sense of a senseless world. We discuss his music, performing live, spirituality, weightlifting and, of course, we delve into a number of spicy cultural topics in what turns out to be one of the longest and most in-depth conversations I’ve recorded for the show to date. Support the bands featured on this epis...

Christian Larson of Necrofier and Night Cobra returns to Into The Necrosphere to talk about touring with Danzig, the response to “Prophecies Of Eternal Darkness”, Hell’s Heroes and much more. I also review THE debut release of 2022 - “Apologetica” by Patristic, introduce the blackened death metal stylings of Necronium and react to new cuts by Massacre, Entrails and more. Support the bands featured...

Johan van Hattum and Joose Vervoort of Terzij De Horde are my guests this week. We get knee-deep in the themes and ideas that make up their outstanding sophomore record, “In One Of These I Am Your Enemy”, talk about their experiences playing live after Covid, discuss their creative process and much more. I also review “Modern Primitive”, the hotly anticipated 11th full-length by Septicflesh and on...

On this episode of the podcast, I’m cracking wise with Andy Marshall of Saor about the band’s upcoming record, “Origins”, meeting Kevin Bacon while on tour in the States, fitting into the black metal scene and much more. I also review the latest Blut Aus Nord record, share my thoughts on the High End Munich 2022 hifi show and react to new tracks by Imperial Triumphant, Witchery, Luminous Vault and...

In a first for Into The Necrosphere, my brother Evan Hopper of Quell joins me to co-host an episode. We discuss his move back to the US, getting healthy, the very sad news about Trevor Strnad of Black Dahlia Murder and much more. PLUS - we also review the latest records by Cosmic Putrefaction and Au-Dessus and we do a combined news rants and reacts segment, where we give our first impressions of,...

Kirk Windstein of Crowbar makes his debut on this installment of Into The Necrosphere as we discuss the tremendous response to their latest record, “Zero And Below”. We also talk about how life on the road has changed for him, relationships, self-care and well-being and get the scoop that other little-known band he’s involved in, DOWN. Plus - a review of the latest Haunter record and my first impr...

On another special Friday edition of Into The Necrosphere I discuss “Servants of Violence”, the upcoming record by UK sledgehammer groove upstarts, Casket Feeder, with two of its creators - Connor Cazelet-Smith and Graham Wallace. We cover their triumphant turn at Bloodstock, nearly calling it quits during the pandemic and a lot more. Plus, I turn the spotlight on two other excellent independent b...

Sam Bean makes his long-awaited return to Into The Necrosphere to discuss life, politics and provide massive updates on the upcoming Werewolves and Antichrist Imperium records. PLUS - has the latest Watain record managed to convince a naysayer like me? I’ll give you my view on “The Agony & Ecstacy Of Watain”. I also react to new tracks Khold, Ligfaerd, Hexis, Saor and more. Support the bands f...

Ralph Schmidt of Ultha joins me on this episode to discuss the band's breathtaking record, “All That Has Never Been True”. Along the way, we also delve into a number of other topics including the effect that the Covid-19 lockdowns had on his writing, balancing a job as a teacher with life as a musician and much more. I also review the latest records by Troops of Doom and Aeviterne, and give you my...

On this episode, Alexander Jones of Undeath joins me for a riotous conversation about their upcoming record, "It's Time To Rise… From The Grave". Along the way, he also shares his experience of the music industry, we discuss our desert island death metal tracks and we talk about Chris Barnes' infamous denunciation of the scene. I also review the latest record by Terzeij De Horde and check out new...

On this special Friday episode of the podcast, I discuss the stunningly impressive “Dreams Of Fragmentation” record with all three of its creators in Cailleach Calling. They give me a track by track breakdown of the record, we discuss how they got together, what the future holds for the band and a whole lot more. Support the bands featured on this episode: CAILLEACH CALING: https://cailleachcallin...

On this episode of the show I am joined by Sotiris Anunnaki of Greek symphonic death metal legends, Septicflesh. We cover everything from the early days of the band and the Greek metal scene to their monstrous forthcoming opus, "Modern Primitive". I also tell you why the new Ultha record is one of my favourite releases of 2022 thus far. PLUS - my usual news rants and reviews, including first impre...

Nathan Glover of Graveir is back on the podcast this week to discuss the launch of Gutter Prince Cabal. We also get an update on his new side project, Longing Maw, and discuss a host of other topics including MMA, pro wrestling and more. PLUS - I review the latest Absent In Body and Sidious records and react to new tracks by Watain, Ante Inferno, Septicflesh, Municipal Waste and Assumption Support...

This week I add another name to the list of legends that have sat on the Into The Necrosphere hotseat as I’m joined by the great Sakis Tolis of Rotting Christ. We discuss growing older and wiser, his sensational new solo record and more. I also review the new Deathspell Omega and Abbath records, question whether The Weeknd is indeed “darker and edgier” than modern extreme music and react to new tr...

This week Scott Taysom brings me up to speed on anything and everything Cloak-related since the release of their stellar sophomore record, “The Burning Dawn”, in 2019. We also discuss 90s cinema, pitbulls, women selling bottled farts online and other artifacts of a culture in decline. PLUS - I review the new Dark Funeral and Hell Militia records, showcase the death metal stylings of Pakistan’s Aza...

This week I’m talking to TJ Cowgill, aka King Dude, about his incredible journey as a performer and musician, his favourite movies, fatherhood and a whole lot in between. I also drop the hammer on new releases by Cailleach Calling and Werewolves. PLUS song reacts for Dark Funeral, Misery Index and Terror - and why Johan Heg is an idiot for wanting to ban Russian fighters from the UFC. Support the...