That Sound Podcast

What was it really like recording  Ride the Lightning ,  Master of Puppets , and  ...And Justice for All ? In this episode, I sit down with  Zak from ToneGodz  to discuss the incredible masterclass series created with legendary Metallica producer  Fleming Rasmussen . We explore how these iconic albums were recorded, the studio techniques behind their groundbreaking so...

Metallica finally returned to Dublin and what a weekend it turned out to be! In this episode, Luke and I sit down to recap an unforgettable Metallica weekend in Ireland as the M72 World Tour rolled into Dublin for two massive shows at the Aviva Stadium on Friday and Sunday. We talk about everything that happened across the weekend, including: ⚡ The Friday and Sunday Metallica performances ⚡ Meet...

Recorded LIVE at the Hard Rock Cafe in Dublin, Luke and Gavin from That Sound Podcast sit down with musician John Cruz for a fascinating conversation about his time in True Temper, the band that featured the late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton before his rise to worldwide fame. John shares personal stories, memories from the early days, insights into Cliff's musicianship, and what it was like bein...

Metallica's M72 World Tour is heading to Budapest, and the city is preparing for an unforgettable weekend of music, friendship, and Metallica family gatherings! In this episode, I sit down with  Zalan  from the Hungarian Metallica tribute band  Scary Guyz , who will be performing on  Friday, June 12th  during the massive Metallica weekend in Budapest. We also welcome ...

The Metallica Family is taking over Frankfurt in 2026! 🤘⚡ In this episode I’m joined by Caro from the legendary St. Germany Metallica Chapter as we break down EVERYTHING happening during the massive Metallica Frankfurt Takeover weekend! We talk about: 🔥 “The Day Between” fan events in Frankfurt 🔥 Metallica Family Worldwide meetups & group photos 🔥 “A Conversation with Kirk Hammett” 🔥 The...

In this episode I’m joined by Patreon member Dave English as we break down Metallica’s incredible show in Athens, Greece. 🇬🇷🔥 We chat about: Dave’s Metallica journey and how he first got into the band Previous Metallica concerts and memories over the years The unbelievable Greek crowd and atmosphere in Athens Dave’s rare I Disappear ticket experience Upcoming Metallica shows he has planned Though...

In this episode, I chat with Shep — a dedicated Metallica fan who’s been to nearly  40 shows  and has scored the  rail (front row)  at almost all of them 🤯 If you're planning to see Metallica on the  M72 World Tour , this is essential listening. She breaks down: How early you really need to arrive Strategies for getting to the rail What most fans get wrong Tips for GA (ge...

In this episode, we sit down with Grigorios and Theodore from HellasMetallicA — the official Greek chapter of Metallica fans — to talk all things Metallica in Athens 🇬🇷🤘 With the band coming to Athens, we break down what fans traveling in can expect: 🎸 The concert atmosphere and what makes Athens special 🍻 The best places to hang out with fellow Metallica fans 🔥 Fan events happening across the...

In this video we break down the  absolute chaos surrounding the Metallica Sphere ticket presales in Las Vegas. Legacy Fifth Members were supposed to get the  first shot at tickets , but many longtime fans still couldn’t get seats due to  Ticketmaster glitches, crashes, and endless queues . We talk about: • Legacy Fifth Members missing out on presale tickets • Ticketmaster website fa...

Last night,  Foo Fighters  played a  very  intimate show at  The Academy  in  Dublin  — and it was something special. We’re breaking down everything that went down on the night — the atmosphere, the setlist, the crowd energy, and what it was like seeing a stadium-sized band in such a small room. 🎤 Special guest  Eric Strong  was at the gig and giv...

In this episode, we put  Pearl Jam’s  Vs.  (1993)  up against  Alice In Chains’  Dirt  (1992)  in a  track-by-track album battle to see which one comes out on top. Two of the most iconic  grunge / hard rock albums of the 90s  go toe-to-toe — from  “Go” vs “Them Bones”  all the way to the final bell. 🎙️  My guest today is Rob Boy...

Welcome back to  Spin It, Skip It, or Shelve It  — the show where we take iconic albums and decide their fate: 🎧  SPIN IT  (all-time replay) 📀  SHELVE IT  (respect it… but not revisiting) ⏭️  SKIP IT  (sorry, it’s a no) This episode is  ALL things nu-metal , and we’re tackling three absolute giants: 🔥  Slipknot — Slipknot (1999) 🔥  System...

This week on  Spin It, Shelf It, Skip It  — we’re going  ALL THINGS GRUNGE . 🎸🔥 Three legendary albums enter… but only one earns the ultimate honor:  SPIN IT . We’re breaking down and debating three of the most iconic records that shaped  grunge ,  alternative rock ,  hard rock , and influenced metal for decades: 🌀  Pearl Jam — Ten 📀  Soundgarden —...

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In this episode, I’m joined by Rob Boylan from the YouTube channel Wall of Gain for a deep dive into two of Metallica’s most iconic albums — Master of Puppets and …And Justice for All. I’m Gavin Malone, and together we listen through selected tracks from both records, breaking down our favourite moments, riffs, and sections, while also talking honestly about what works for us — and what doesn’t. F...

Today I’m diving into Black Label Society’s 1919 Eternal — one of Zakk Wylde’s heaviest, darkest, and most personal albums. Often overshadowed by later releases, 1919 Eternal carries real emotional weight. The album title comes from the year Zakk Wylde’s father was born, and this record is widely seen as a tribute to him — giving the album a depth that goes far beyond skulls, riffs, and biker imag...

In this episode of Spin It • Shelf It • Skip It, we take on three classic albums from AC/DC’s legendary Bon Scott era and decide their fate: 💿 High Voltage (1976) 💿 Let There Be Rock (1977) 💿 Highway to Hell (1979) Which album deserves to stay on the turntable? Which one earns a permanent spot on the shelf? And which one are we skipping? 🎧 This episode is proudly brought to you by That Sound P...

In this episode of  That Sound Podcast , Gavin is joined by  Michael , a proud member of the legendary  ST Germany Metallica Chapter  🇩🇪🤘 We dive deep into Michael’s Metallica journey — from discovering the band in  1980s Germany , to what the metal scene was really like during that era. Michael shares incredible stories from  iconic shows , including attending ...

In this episode,  Gavin is joined by Moonis , a lifelong  Metallica fan from India , who recently travelled to  Bahrain and Abu Dhabi  to attend  Metallica’s final two shows of 2025 . Together, we  deep-dive into both shows , breaking down everything you need to know — from the  setlists, venues, sound quality, atmosphere, and crowd energy , to how these performa...

In this episode, Gavin is joined by Shep to review and recap the incredible Metallica M72 show in Auckland, New Zealand. Shep travelled over 8,500 miles and took 4 flights to make the journey down under — all for the love of Metallica! We dive deep into: ⚡ The energy and atmosphere in Auckland 🎸 The full M72 tour setlist 🌏 Shep’s travel experience and culture moments in New Zealand 🥁 Highlight...

Dave Ferraro is back! In this episode, Gavin and Dave rank their Top 3 Live Albums of all time — the records that shaped them, stayed with them, and still give chills every time they hit play. From the iconic power of Thin Lizzy, to the raw energy of Ozzy Osbourne, to the southern fire of Lynyrd Skynyrd, we dive deep into what makes a live album truly unforgettable. We share stories, favourite mom...

In this episode, Gavin is joined once again by friend of the podcast, Dave Ferraro, for an epic deep-dive into their Top 5 Live Concerts of All Time. From Metallica and Pearl Jam, to the madness of Woodstock '99, and so many unforgettable moments in between — the lads break down why these shows stood out, what made them special, and the stories behind the memories. If you love live music, festival...

This episode Gavin is joined by Camila to review Metallica’s Sydney stop on the M72 World Tour across Australia & New Zealand. Camila has attended an unbelievable 180 Metallica shows, making her one of the most dedicated fans on the planet. She even travelled all the way to Antarctica to witness the band perform one of the most iconic shows in music history. In this conversation, we dive deep...

🔥 In this episode, Gavin and Luke are joined by very special guest Clint Lovering — frontman of Damage Inc, the official Metallica tribute band for the M72 tour in Australia & New Zealand! We dive deep into: 🎸 Damage Inc opening for Metallica on the M72 Australian dates 🎻 Their mind-blowing orchestral shows with the Sydney Orchestra 🎤 Performing on a round stage in Melbourne just like Meta...

In this monthly Metallica Family Hang, Gavin is joined by Dave Ferraro, Anne Watson, and her son Russell Watson — the 11-year-old guitar prodigy who was recently signed as a Gibson Artist and selected as a G3 Class of 2027 Artist! 🎸 Russell shares what it means to receive mentorship from some of the biggest musicians in the business, and Anne opens up about their incredible journey together. Dave...