Shit Talk Reviews

Derek and John finally had a chance to get some time with Dan Lorenzo (Hades, Non Fiction) and Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Danzig, Quiet Riot) of PATRIARCHS IN BLACK to talk about their new album HOME. They go track by track to talk about everything you need to know while experiencing their latest release.  As with their previous albums, they've assembled an all star list of musicians and...

The boys from Florida are unleashing an EP just in time for Halloween and John and Derek got their hands on it for a full-on review and talk about all the news that is TRIVIUM! These tracks are absolutely killer Trivium and bring some of their old flavor and mix it up with some new vibes. It's absolutely worth a listen! If you dig this kind of content, please subscribe to the channel and comm...

To start, if you're looking for some soap making, yeti music, this ain't it... In this episode, John and Derek get into the new Lamb of God track Sepsis, discussing its emotional depth, gritty sound, and the legacy of the band. The talk about the song's structure and future releases, all while celebrating the impact of music on personal memories. www.shittalkreviews.com Spotify - ht...

In a STR first, Derek brought the new Rob Zombie track Punks And Demons to John for a first-watch reaction.  www.shittalkreviews.com Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Spotify Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts #RobZombie #PunksAndDemons #RobZombieOfficial #RobZombieMusic #TheGreatSatan #WhiteZombie #HeavyMetal #Metal #IndustrialMetal #Metalhead #RockMusic #PunkRock Drop us a l...

Soulfly is back with their first release since 2022. Releasing on 10/24/25, CHAMA brings old school Soulfly vibes with a sprinkling of new school flavor. John came only prepared for Nihilist but Derek pulled a sneak attack with a review on the entire album. If you need a Max fix, this is definitely going to satiate your appetite. If you're new to the Cavalera experience, this album is a great...

John and Derek had a chance to talk all things Nardcore with Chris Ramos, frontman of Oxnard, California's own Dead Heat. The guys talk the origins and evolution of Nardcore, the band's influences, and their experiences touring with legendary bands. Chris shares insights into the recording process of their new album Process of Elimination and the creative freedom they experienced with pr...

Testament is back with new thrashy goodness! Join Derek and John as they dive into Testament's latest album Para Bellum, marking the band's return after five years. The guys get into the nostalgic yet modern thrash metal sound that harkens back to the 80s and 90s, with surprises and dynamic elements woven throughout. Discover how Testament's consistent lineup and thoughtful songwrit...

Derek and John had a wonderful conversation with Gwyn Strang and Sean Bilovecky from Ohio based gloom metal band Frayle.  They get into the creative process behind Frayle's latest album "Heretics & Lullabies," talk about the challenges and triumphs of recording with a new producer, the intricacies of translating studio work to live performances, and the personal stories that sha...

In this episode, John and Derek get into it with Slatts Everyday, bass player extraordinaire with Australia’s own grindcore/thrash powerhouse King Parrot, a band that has been grinding it out since the early 2010s. Discover how their relentless touring and unique sound caught the attention of Phil Anselmo, leading to a transformative partnership with Housecore Records. The guys also peek behind th...

Derek and John jump into the pit and talk about the new single Perpetual Punishment by California's Dead Heat from their upcoming album, Process of Elimination. This track is a blistering testament to the band's relentless energy and brutal sound. www.shittalkreviews.com Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Spotify Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts #DeadHeat805 #DeadHe...

Join John and Derek for a deep conversation with Kenny Hickey, the iconic guitarist of Type O Negative and founder of Sun Dont Shine and Silvertomb. The guys cover all sorts of topics; his current band Sun Dont Shine, gear and equipment, the journey to sobriety, his old friend Peter Steele and Type O Negative and if Kenny likes tacos more than pizza. 00:00 Introduction, the new studio, sobriety an...

The Barbarians Of California have graced our ears with a new single and John and Derek had to grab a hot second to rave about it. It's another track that follows the killer formula that the band established with their first album And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth; heavy guitars, wild vocals and metric tons of attitude.  www.shittalkreviews.com Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Spotify A...

Derek and John are diving headfirst into the new Trivium single, "Bury Me with My Screams." The band has been on an absolute tear with their recent releases, and this track is a perfect example of why they remain at the top of the modern metal game. Join the fellas as they break down why they love this new song: Crushing Riffs: The trademark Trivium guitar work is back, with intricate ri...

The legendary David Gilmour has delivered an unforgettable live version of "Sorrow," and we're here to talk about every glorious second of it. Recorded at the historic Circus Maximus in Rome, this performance is a profound reminder of why Gilmour is one of the greatest guitarists to ever live. In this Shit Talk Reviews Quickie we're celebrating this new single from Gilmour&apos...

In this episode of Shit Talk Reviews, Derek and John dive headfirst into Orbit Culture's latest full-length album, Death Above Life. Following up on the monumental success of Nija and Descent, this record sees the Swedish metal titans return with their darkest, heaviest, and most cinematic release yet. They explore the crushing riffs, Buster Odeholm's legendary mixing and the other goodi...

Today, we mourn the passing of a true icon. In this quick chat, John and Derek pay tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, the one and only Prince of Darkness. His life was a tornado of music, mayhem, and a raw charisma that forever changed rock and roll. www.shittalkreviews.com #OzzyOsbourne #Ozzy #ThePrinceofDarkness #Metal #HeavyMetal #RockMusic #BlackSabbath #Sabbath #TonyIommi #GeezerButler #...

The wait is finally over! Derek and John dive into Forsaken, the brand new single from the legendary Biohazard! After 13 long years, the classic lineup of Evan Seinfeld, Billy Graziadei, Bobby Hambel, and Danny Schuler has returned with a track that reminds us exactly why they're one of the most vital bands in metallic hardcore. Forsaken delivers that signature Brooklyn beat with a raw, unpol...

Sacramento's Deftones have released a single from the upcoming album Private Music. my mind is a mountain is a welcome dose of tasty Deftones. Join Derek and John as they get into it and talk production, feel and performances. www.shittalkreviews.com  #deftones #deftonesmusic #deftonesband #deftonesfans #deftonesfamilia  #deftonesporvida #deftoneslive  #life #deftonesalbum  #deftonesofficial...

Join the guys as they talk Silos, the latest single from the cinematic metal juggernauts Starset. In this episode, they discuss the powerful sound, high-quality production, compelling lyrics that characterize this new release and how Silos reflects some of the band's earlier style.  Like and subscribe for more reviews and interviews! www.shittalkreviews.com #starset #starsetonline #starsetsoc...

The new album from Malevolence is out and it's the topic of the day for Derek and John.  Join the guys as they talk through Where Only The Truth Is Spoken. Be sure to stick around to the end for a Carbomb/Greg Kubacki announcement! www.shittalkreviews.com  #malevolence, #malevolenceriff #nuclearblastrecords #metal, #metalcore, #newmusic #AlexTaylor #JoshBaines #KonanHall #WilkieRobinson #Char...

John got all giddy when he saw that Car Bomb dropped a new single and the fellas had to get into it. Paroxysm is another absolutely killer track from the band of fantastic musically disjointed (but still perfectly killer) metal geniuses that make up Car Bomb.  If you can't easily tap your foot to it, John loves it. And let us tell you, John LOVES this track.  Hit up www.shittalkreviews.com fo...

In this episode John has been mysteriously shrunken down to half his normal size, Derek has had enough and Turnstile's new album Never Enough is the topic of the day. Is it their best album yet or a Glow On 2.0? LEave your comments below! www.shittalkreviews.com  #Turnstile #TurnstileBand #TurnstileMusic #alienlovecall #glowon #brendanyates #megmills #hardcore #posthardcore #punkrock #neveren...

Sleep Token's new album Even In Arcadia proved to be a hot button release for one of the Shit Talk buffoons. Grab your sword and join the guys as they talk about new posters for Derek, insult lessons for John and all things Vessel. #shittalkreviews www.shittalkreviews.com #podcast #albumreview #sleeptoken #sleeptokenlive #music #rock #livemusic #vessel  #live #praise #rockmusic #singer #metal...

This time around the fellas got into the latest release from Paris's own Hangman's Chair. Saddiction is a solid record that is full of big melodies, huge atmosphere and raw emotional depth. It made Derek's list of often-replayed albums and if you're a doom fan, it just might make your list too. Stop by shittalkreviews.com for all the beef and none of the fillers. (And stickers....

John dropped in for a quickie chat about PIG, the latest EP from Paris based deathcore beasts ten56. It's only four songs, but they're crusher tracks for sure. They're one of the bands that are definitely changing and evolving the genre and they're absolutely worth checking out! Lay your eyes on the other reviews the guys have done by heading to the Shit Talk Reviews channel or...