That Sound Podcast

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by Clint Wells, host of the hugely popular Metal Up Your Podcast. We dive into Clint’s life on the road touring with Morgan Wade, his journey in podcasting, and his passion for Metallica’s “Load” — the album he calls his favorite. We also chat about life as a working musician, behind-the-scenes tour moments, and what it’s like to balance creat...

Welcome back to another episode of That Sound Podcast! In this episode, Gavin and Luke are joined by Craig Maguire, host of the Tell Craig Your Story podcast. Craig has attended every Metallica show in Australia so far, including the massive Adelaide M72 show, which we break down in detail! We chat about: 🔥 The Adelaide setlist and standout moments 🎸 The Damage Inc tribute show the night before...

🎙️  That Sound Podcast Goes Radio – Week 2! In this week’s  radio-style episode , Gavin is joined by  Rob Boylan  from  Wall of Gain  as they travel back in time to  1970–1975 , celebrating one of the greatest eras in rock history! 🎵 Expect timeless classics from: Deep Purple Thin Lizzy Led Zeppelin Rush UFO …and many more iconic artists that defined a generatio...

In this full-length episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin sits down with Cael McLeish, a Perth local and lifelong Metallica fan, to give an in-depth review of the M72 World Tour weekend in Perth, Australia 🇦🇺 We break down both nights of the No Repeat Weekend, from the killer setlists, massive production, and crowd energy, to some of the best moments of the entire Australian tour. Cael shares his f...

In this video, Gavin takes you along for a full concert vlog experience at the Turnstile show in Dublin’s 3Arena! Follow the journey from the drive up to Dublin, grabbing merchandise, and checking out the support bands Gurriers and High-Vis, to front row footage of Turnstile’s epic live performance. If you’re a fan of Turnstile, hardcore punk, or just love the thrill of live music energy — this on...

🎙️  Welcome to That Sound Podcast Goes Radio! In this very first  radio-style episode , Gavin takes you through an hour of good tunes, real talk, and relaxed vibes — sharing stories, thoughts, and the soundtrack that shapes the world of  rock, alternative, and classic music . Expect the unexpected: from  classic rock anthems  to  hidden gems , Gavin keeps the energy f...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined once again by friend of the show Dave Ferraro to stir the pot 🎙️ The guys count down their Top 6 Most Overrated Bands in rock and metal — including Oasis, Green Day, KISS, and a few more that might shock you 👀 Expect passionate opinions, laughs, and maybe a few arguments along the way! Do you agree or disagree with their picks? Drop your list...

In this episode, Gavin sits down with Ronan and Carolyn from Gather The Lost, an alternative rock band from Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪. The band just released their brand-new single “Never Home”, which hit mainstream radio the very day of recording this episode! We talk about: 🎧 The inspiration behind Never Home 🔥 What makes their live shows so special 🎵 Their biggest musical influences 😂 And a fun qu...

In this episode, Gavin is joined by Jess, a member of the Australian Metallica chapter “Australian Anesthesia.” 🇦🇺 We dive into the return of Metallica Down Under, with tours in Australia and New Zealand on the horizon. Jess also shares her personal Metallica journey: how she got into the band, shows she’s attended, memorable trips to Europe following the tour, and the energy of Metallica fans in...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by Metallica chapter head Marcelo Canha, leader of the Call of Celthulhu MetClub Chapter #585 (covering Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Isle of Man & Brittany). Marcelo now lives in Ireland but grew up in Brazil — home to some of the loudest and most passionate Metallica fans in the world. We dive into Marcelo’s journey with Metallica, how the b...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin and friend of the show Bobo sit down with the talented guys from Ever Age, a heavy-hitting stoner rock band from Vancouver, Canada. We dive into the band’s origins, influences, and their unique sound that’s turning heads in the underground rock scene. Ever Age share their creative process, musical vision, and what’s next for them as they continue to ris...

In this episode, Gavin and Luke are joined by content creator and YouTuber Drew Fortune, another passionate Irish metalhead. With an impressive 145k subscribers and over 1.4k videos, Drew has built a dedicated following through his engaging content and deep love of heavy music. We chat about how Drew’s YouTube journey started and grew into one of the biggest Irish metal channels today. We also div...

Step inside the world of drums with legendary drum tech  Ross Garfield , famously known as  The Drum Doctor . From shaping the sound of countless hit records to working with the biggest names in music, Ross shares stories, techniques, and insights that every drummer, producer, and music fan will love. Discover the art of drum tuning, the gear behind iconic recordings, and what it really...

In this episode, Gavin is joined by Cormac Neeson, frontman of The Answer, to talk about some exciting projects. 🎤 First up, we discuss the upcoming Led Zeppelin ’71 Celebration Show at the Ulster Hall in Belfast, marking the legendary night Led Zeppelin debuted Stairway to Heaven. Cormac shares what makes this event so special and how it feels to perform in such an iconic venue. 🎶 We also dive...

Join us for an intimate musical journey with Limerick’s own singer-songwriter Ellen Beamish. From heartfelt lyrics to enchanting melodies, Ellen shares the stories behind her songs, her creative process, and the vibrant music scene of Limerick. Perfect for music lovers, aspiring artists, and anyone curious about the soul of Irish songwriting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

In this episode, Gavin is joined by Letty Sharp, host of the YouTube channel The Smashing Skulls Sessions and contributor to The Metal Cell Podcast. We chat about: 🎶 The heavy music scene in Ireland 🤘 How Letty got into heavy music 🎙️ Podcasting and community in the Irish scene …and much more! Check out Letty’s channel here: 👉 The Smashing Skulls Sessions 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews, revie...

In this episode, Gavin is joined by Eric to break down and review the Queens of the Stone Age show in Dublin on Wednesday night. We chat about: 🎶 The full setlist 🏟️ The venue & atmosphere 🤘 The support bands 🔥 And our overall thoughts on the night Whether you were there or just want to relive it, this is the ultimate recap of QOTSA’s killer performance in Dublin. 👉 Don’t forget to subscri...

🎸 Metallica M72 Tour Talk + Las Vegas Sphere Gigs & 2025-2026 Concert Preview! 🤘 Join us for an in-depth Metallica chat as we break down everything about the explosive M72 World Tour, the band’s upcoming Las Vegas Sphere residency, and what's in store for 2025 and 2026 Metallica concerts! 🎤🔥 We’re covering: Highlights from the M72 Tour so far 🗺️ What to expect from the mind-blowing visuals...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin and Luke dive into the early days of Thin Lizzy — the three-piece era featuring Eric Bell on guitar. We take a deep look at their first three albums: 🎸 Thin Lizzy (1971) 🔥 Shades of a Blue Orphanage (1972) 🌍 Vagabonds of the Western World (1973) We explore: The raw sound and poetic lyrics of Phil Lynott Eric Bell’s underrated guitar work The band's g...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin and Luke are joined once again by Dave Ferraro, who was actually there at the now-infamous Woodstock '99 festival. Dave gives us a firsthand account of the mayhem — from the unforgettable sets by Korn, Limp Bizkit, and Metallica, to the chaos that unfolded over the weekend. We dive into the atmosphere, the crowds, the controversy, and what it was really...

In Part 2 of our Metallica Denver M72 tour recap, Gavin sits down again with Dave Ferraro from Boston to dive into Night 2 of the no-repeat weekend. Dave shares his experience being in the Snake Pit, the standout moments of the show, and how Metallica closed out the North American M72 leg. We also chat about: Highlights from Night 2’s setlist Standout live tracks Thoughts on what changes we’d love...

In this episode, Gavin takes a deep dive into the self-titled debut album by Thin Lizzy — released in 1971. Long before the massive hits, this raw and poetic album laid the foundation for one of Ireland’s greatest rock bands. We explore: The story behind the band’s early sound The underrated brilliance of Phil Lynott’s songwriting Standout tracks and lyrical themes The album’s reception and how it...

This week on That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by special guest Dave Ferraro from Boston to talk all about the recent Metallica M72 Denver shows — the final stop on the North American tour! 🎸🔥 In Part 1 of this 2-part chat, the guys dive into: The opening bands for Metallica in Denver 🥁 Setlist highlights and changes they'd love to see 👊 Some of their favorite and most memorable Metallica sh...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin sits down with Bay Area Metallica fan and chapter head Evan Lebon of Bayttery to talk all things M72 Santa Clara! We dive into Evan’s Metallica origin story, his favorite album Kill ‘Em All, and the many legendary shows he’s attended over the years. Evan gives us the full breakdown of the Santa Clara setlist, what it was like being in the Snake Pit, and...

In this powerful episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin and Luke sit down with Metallica fan Aaron Ginther, who recently starred in the emotional film Metallica Saved My Life. Aaron shares his story of how he first got into Metallica, his love for attending shows with his daughter, and how music has been a constant source of strength in his life. He also tells us about the unforgettable moment when...