Metalcore & Muscle

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this ninth episode of season six, we will be discussing the following topics:  August Burns Red Season of Surrender Album Review: In this segment we discuss August Burns Red's latest album release. We review each song within the album and provide our thoughts on the vocals, instrumentals, best songs, and where the album fits within...

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this eighth episode of season six, we will be discussing the following topics:  New Metalcore Songs From Spring: In this segment we discuss some of the best metalcore releases so far this Spring from April-May.  Coaches Corner: This segment continues from season 5 of the pod, where Evan discusses a fitness topic in depth and provides hi...

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this seventh episode of season six, we will be discussing the following topics:  What makes a great lifting song vs. a cardio song?: In this segment we breakdown the elements of a great lifting song and the elements of great cardio songs, discussing some of the differences that make them great along with instrumentals, vocal/lyrics, and...

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this sixth episode of season six, Ian returns as a podcast guest and we discussed the following topics:  Silence Follows Tour ft. Aviana, Caskets, Currents & ERRA: In this segment we do a breakdown discussing our experience attending the Silence Follows Tour in Chicago, Illinois. We discuss some of our favorite moments, who performe...

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this fifth episode of season six, we will be discussing the following topics:  ERRA Silence Outlives the Earth Album Deep Dive/Review: In this segment we do a track by track breakdown of each song on ERRA's new release, Silence Outlives the Earth. We spend extra attention providing a lyrical analysis of each song.  Coaches Corner:...

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this fourth episode of season six, we will be discussing the following topics:  Ranking Wage War's Albums: In this segment we will be comparing and contrasting our top five ranking list for Wage War's albums against the list provided by Chat GPT. We dive into detail on each album while discussing some of our favorite tracks.  ...

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this third episode of season six, we will be discussing the following topics:  New Metalcore Bangers in 2026: In this segment we will be discussing some of the best metalcore tracks that have been released so far in 2026 along with  some upcoming music to be on the lookout for this year.  Coaches Corner: This segment continues from seas...

This is a very special episode where I had the opportunity to talk with my older brother, Ian and have him on as our first ever podcast guest!  Ian has an is currently a Senior Inside Sales Manager with the International Sports Science Association or better known as ISSA, Ian has a complex background where he began working in the fitness industry as a personal trainer, leveled up to a fitness mana...

Welcome to Season 6 of the Metalcore & Muscle Podcast! In this first episode of season six, we will be discussing the following topics:  Underrated Radar: In this segment we will be discussing an underrated album, song, or EP from a popular artist. In this episode, we dive into the album, Age of Ignorance by the band, Our Last Night who has risen to fame within the industry for their pop goes...

Season 5 Episode 30 is live and this is the last episode of season 5 as well as the final episode of the year.  Music Segment: This week we are discussing our 2025 selections for comeback artist of 2025, best EP, best album, and best song. We also provide some brief 2025 highlights.  Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help you meet your goals. This week,...

Season 5 Episode 29 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Music Segment: This week we are discussing some of the best songs of 2025 that likely went under your radar. Each artist mentioned has under 130k monthly Spotify listeners. Give these songs a listen and add them to your playlist immediately.  Coaches Corner: T...

Season 5 Episode 28 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Music Segment: This week we are discussing some of the pros and cons of Spotify Wrapped and we highlight some of our favorite non-workout songs of 2025.  Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help you meet your goals. Th...

Season 5 Episode 27 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Top 5 Metalcore Workout Songs of 2025: As the year comes to  an end over the next month, we are highlighting the top 5 metalcore workout songs released in 2025. We provide our list along with a couple honorable mentions.  Coaches Corner: This segment features...

Season 5 Episode 26 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Sleeper Spotlight: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of an album or song that may have gone under your radar, exploring the overall sound, favorite tracks, instrumentals, vocals, etc. This week's Sleeper Spotlight is on the song I'd Rather No...

Season 5 Episode 25 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: AI Generated Music: In this segment, we discuss the emerging trend of AI generated music, including ethical concerns and what metalcore fans can do moving forward.  Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help you meet you...

Season 5 Episode 24 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: ERRA's Most Uplifting Song: In this segment, we highlight what we believe to be ERRA's most uplifting song, covering lyrics, instrumentals and more.  Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help you meet your goa...

Season 5 Episode 23 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: New Metalcore Albums: In this segment, we highlight the latest metalcore albums released, providing a brief overview of some of our favorite tracks within each album.  Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help you meet...

Season 5 Episode 22 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Sleeper Spotlight: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of an album, band, and/or song that may have gone under your radar, exploring the overall sound, instrumentals, vocals, etc. This week's Sleeper Spotlight is on the band Gutter King. Coaches Cor...

Season 5 Episode 21 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Bodybuilding Banger: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of a song perfect for fueling an intense workout. We explore the song's meaning, lyrics, instrumentals, breakdowns, vocals, etc. This week's Bodybuilding Banger is "Jikan" by At...

Season 5 Episode 20 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Sleeper Album Spotlight: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of an album that may have gone under your radar, exploring the overall sound, favorite tracks, instrumentals, vocals, etc. This week's Sleeper Album Spotlight is on the EP, Between The Lie...

Season 5 Episode 19 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Top 10 Metalcore Tracks in 2025: This segment highlights ten of our favorite metalcore tracks so far this year, briefly discussing some of our favorite aspects of each track.  Coaches Corner: This segment features health and wellness information/tips to help y...

Season 5 Episode 18 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: ERRA Spotlight: This week we will be discussing ERRA's brand new tracks "Gore of Being" and "Echo Sonata". We discuss song meanings, feelings brought about from the songs, and much more.  Coaches Corner: This segment features health an...

Season 5 Episode 17 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Bodybuilding Banger: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of a song perfect for fueling an intense workout. We explore the song's meaning, lyrics, instrumentals, breakdowns, vocals, etc. This week's Bodybuilding Banger is "All That I Rememb...

Season 5 Episode 16 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Is Sleep Token the Most Controversial Metalcore Band?: In this segment, we discuss the question, is Sleep Token the most controversial metalcore band? We also discuss the trend of anonymous bands and if the trend will take the industry by storm.  Coaches Corne...

Season 5 Episode 15 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments: Sleeper Spotlight: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of an album, band, and/or song that may have gone under your radar, exploring the overall sound, instrumentals, vocals, etc. This week's Sleeper Spotlight is on the song "Off the Book"...