That Sound Podcast

This is the biggest episode yet for That Sound Podcast! Gavin and Luke are joined by Rob Boylan from Wall of Gain as they sit down inside the legendary Slane Castle with Alex Conyngham — the heir to one of Ireland’s most iconic music venues. We chat about the legacy of Lord Henry Mount Charles, how he turned Slane into a global rock landmark, and what it was like for Alex to grow up with the bigge...

In this week’s That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by Rob Boylan from Wall of Gain for a casual, no-holds-barred chat about the latest happenings in the world of rock and metal. We cover it all — from Glastonbury Festival highlights, to the buzz around the Back to the Beginning show at Villa Park, and shine a spotlight on the fast-rising hardcore/alt band Turnstile. If you’re into gig news, metal...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, we’re joined by drum restoration expert Chris Russio, who’s on a mission to rebuild the most iconic drum kits of Lars Ulrich from Metallica’s legendary career. From Damaged Justice to St. Anger, Chris dives deep into the gear, details, and dedication behind his faithful replicas. We also chat about the incredible moment Metallica themselves reached out, askin...

This week on That Sound Podcast, hosts Gavin Malone and Luke Cassidy are joined by passionate Metallica fan and guitar aficionado James Reed for a jam-packed episode! We dive into:  • James’ review of Metallica’s Houston show  • His massive guitar collection and stories behind it  • Thoughts on St. Anger, Hardwired, and the Some Kind of Monster doc  • The infamous Atlanta show...

In this emotional and insightful episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by videographer Chris Carney to reflect on the recent passing of Lord Henry Mount Charles, the visionary behind Ireland’s most iconic outdoor concert venue — Slane Castle. The pair discuss memories of Slane gigs, Lord Henry’s incredible legacy, and a recent interview they worked on with Alex Conyngham (the new heir to...

Talking DRUMS with Micheal Quinn: The man behind the kit with acts like Dermot Kennedy, Meltybrains & currently on tour with ASIWYFA (And So I Watch You From Afar) breaks it down on what it is like to be a working musician! We chat about life, music, creativity, stories from the road, approach to learning, practicing, Toy Story, surfing & everything in between! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Chris Sulek is back with Gavin to review Night 1 of Metallica’s M72 Tour stop in Tampa. Chris shares what it was like being down in General Admission for the show, hanging out with his Viking Metallica friends from Norway, and giving us his full review of the night’s setlist and standout moments. We also dive into the release of the Load Remastered Boxset, wh...

In this special episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin and Luke are joined by Anne and her 11-year-old son Russell — an outstanding young guitarist based in California. Anne shares the moving story of how they tragically lost her husband and how music, especially Metallica, became a powerful part of their healing journey. Russell talks about his love for the guitar and how the band’s music inspired...

In this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by Rob and Eric to dive deep into one of Metallica’s most controversial albums — St. Anger. Often labeled as Metallica’s worst album, we talk about the raw production, aggressive sound, absence of guitar solos, and what the band was going through at the time. Was it really as bad as people say? Or was it a misunderstood moment in Metallica his...

On this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by superfan and world-travelling Metallica devotee Sacha Mittelman to break down the latest Metallica M72 show in Landover, MD in the DC area. Sacha shares the incredible story of taking her godson to his first-ever Metallica show — straight into the pit! We talk about her global Metallica adventures, what makes this band worth following acros...

On this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin and longtime Metallica superfan Lance Martin are back to break down Night 2 of the M72 No-Repeat Weekend in Philadelphia. Lance was once again in the Snake Pit for the show, and he takes us through the night’s energy, surprises, and his favorite moments from the second, totally different setlist of the weekend. We also chat about the vibe of a two-night...

On this episode of That Sound Podcast, Gavin is joined by longtime Metallica fan Lance Martin, who’s seen the band live nearly 40 times We dive deep into Night 1 of the No-Repeat Metallica M72 shows in Philadelphia, where Lance was lucky enough to be in the Snake Pit for an unforgettable night. Lance shares how he first got into Metallica, his favorite album, and how the band’s lyrics have helped...

Join us as we talk DRUMS with Donal Bowens!!! (Ryan McMullan, Darren Kiely, Idle Discourse & many more) In this episode we talk session drums, creativity, work flow, approaching practice, drum tracking, attitude & much much more!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of  That Sound Podcast , Gavin is joined by  music enthusiast and vinyl collector Bobo Coen , whose collection spans everything from  doom to thrash metal . We dive into  Slane Castle’s history as a concert venue , sharing stories of some of the  most memorable gigs we’ve seen there — and a few forgettable ones too . The conversation rolls into the  ev...

On this episode of the That Sound Podcast, hosts Gavin and Luke break down Metallica’s killer Night 2 performance at the Sonic Temple Festival in Ohio! We’re joined by special guest Shep, a die-hard Metallica fan from Detroit who just hit her 25th Metallica show — and trust us, she’s got some WILD stories. From volunteering at the festival to fund her spot on the entire North American tour, to hop...

The #m72tour RETURNS TO EUROPE 2026! Kicking off on Saturday May 9th in Athens, Greece & finishing up in London, England on Sunday July 5th; The 2026 European leg of the #m72worldtour will include 16 shows across 9 countries with 4 of those shows happening as #m72norepeatweekend! Support from #pantera #avatar #gojira #knockedloose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the That Sound Podcast, hosts Gavin and Luke break down Metallica’s killer Night 1 performance at the Sonic Temple Festival in Ohio! We’re joined by special guest Shep, a die-hard Metallica fan from Detroit who just hit her 25th Metallica show — and trust us, she’s got some WILD stories. From volunteering at the festival to fund her spot on the entire North American tour, to hop...

On this episode of That Sound Podcast, we dive back into Metallica's epic M72 Tour as we review the show at Lane Stadium, Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. We’re joined by a special guest, AJ — the chapter head of Damaged Justice DC, to break down the setlist, crowd energy, and unforgettable moments from the night. Tune in as we share highlights, surprises, and all the metal mayhem from another sto...

This week on That Sound Podcast, we’re back with our Metallica superfan Chris Sulek for Part 2 of our Nashville M72 World Tour weekend recap! Not only did Chris catch both nights of Metallica’s no-repeat weekend, but on Night 2 he scored Snake Pit passes, getting up close and personal with the band and the madness on the floor. We dive into his Snake Pit experience, breakdown of Night 2’s setlist,...

This week on That Sound Podcast, we’re joined once again by die-hard Metallica superfan Chris Sulek, fresh off attending both nights of the M72 World Tour stop in Nashville, TN. In this episode, we dive deep into Night 1’s setlist, crowd energy, production highlights, and what it was like seeing Metallica’s unique no-repeat weekend concept live. Whether you’re a Metallica fan, a M72 tour follower,...

Metallica’s M72 Tour hit Toronto for a massive two-night takeover — and we’ve got thoughts.   On this episode of That Sound Podcast, I’m joined by Chris Sulek to break down both shows: the setlists, the performances, the crowd… and yes, the less-than-stellar sound in the stadium.   From killer riffs to muddled mixes, we cover it all. Whether you were there, streamed it, or just...

n this episode of  That Sound Podcast , we’re joined by music aficionado and friend of the show, Chris Sulek, for a deep dive into Metallica’s recent stop in Syracuse. Chris was in the pit for the full experience and brings us an electrifying firsthand review of the show’s setlist, sound production, stage energy, and fan atmosphere. From the crushing riffs to the jaw-dropping visuals, we brea...

Join us this week as we chat to The from Release The Captive! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎙️  That Sound Podcast | Luke Griffiths (False Heads) Interview  🎸 In this episode of  That Sound Podcast , we sit down with Luke Griffiths, frontman of the explosive East London rock band  False Heads . Luke takes us through the band’s journey since their formation in 2015 — from catching the eye of legendary  Ramones manager Danny Fields , who went on to mentor them, to...

This week on That Sound Podcast, we dive headfirst into the heart of the Irish Metal scene with special guests Richie from The Metal Cell Podcast and Pete & Kyle from rising metalcore band LaVein. It’s a full-on celebration of Irish heavy music as we shine a spotlight on the bands currently making waves, the underground acts breaking through, and the community that keeps the scene alive. We al...