The Metal Pit Podcast

Anthrax “Persistence of Time” The host welcomes returning The Metal Pit writers George and Eric to discuss Anthrax’s 1990 album Persistence of Time,. They share how they discovered Anthrax, touch on the band’s history as an East Coast thrash “Big Four” member, and describe Persistence of Time as darker and more crisply produced than State of Euphoria. They end with their top 10 Anthrax songs. www....

Metal Pit Podcast: Kira on Satyricon’s Volcano (2002) + Top Albums of 2002 Blake welcomes Kira, a recent Metal Maiden of the Month and writer of a Hellripper album review for The Metal Pit, to her first podcast episode. Kira, from Germany, explains how Satyricon’s 2002 album Volcano first drew her into extreme metal after hearing it via a German magazine compilation, and why it remains her favorit...

Diva Satanica (Bloodhunter) Interview: ‘Sons of the Abandoned’ Songwriting, Touring Reality, and New Singles Blake interviews Diva Satanica of Spain’s melodic death metal band Bloodhunter about their new album, "Sons of the Abandoned" (out June 12 via Via Roar/Reigning Phoenix Music), They discussed three released videos/singles including a cover of Annihilator’s “Human Insecticide.” Diva explains...

New Episode — The Metal Pit Podcast This week we dive into Ozzy Osbourne’s 1986 album The Ultimate Sin — big hooks, bigger hair, neon-soaked riffs, and enough 80s metal attitude to make your speakers ask for hairspray. We go through the album song by song, breaking down the tracks, the sound, the production, the lyrics, and where this record sits in Ozzy’s solo catalog. We also talk about the migh...

Blake is joined by James for a loud, fast, and filthy trip through Motörhead’s Rock ’n’ Roll. We break down the album, talk about where it fits in the Motörhead catalog, hit on the standout tracks, and get into what makes Lemmy and company such a force even when they make it all sound way too easy. Then we wrap things up by counting down our Top 10 albums of 1987. Expect plenty of riffs, a little...

​Iced Earth – Something Wicked This Way Comes (1998) Blake is joined by returning guest Eric and George to discuss Iced Earth’s 1998 album Something Wicked This Way Comes, covering the band’s origins (including the switch from Purgatory to Iced Earth), lineup details, and where the record sits among fan favorites and polarizing releases. They briefly address Jon Schaffer’s involvement in the Janua...

Blake and James go back to 1983 and discuss the Raven album All For One. They get into each song and James give his take on some of their most recent albums. They finish off the episode with their top 10 albums from 1983. A year of a lot of great metal albums. Canadian, Blake even gives his top 6 Canadian album of 1983. Listen for your take of Mind Over Metal.

Join Blake and guest Eric from The Metal Pit as they delve into King Diamond's legendary 1987 album 'Abigail.' In this comprehensive discussion, they explore the intricate storytelling, musical prowess, and theatrical elements of the album. They also touch upon King Diamond's influence on metal and his vocal versatility. The episode concludes with a lively debate on their top 10 metal albums of 19...

The Metal Pit Podcast: 2025 Heavy Metal Year In Review - Top Albums, Concerts & More! Welcome to the first episode of Season 4 of The Metal Pit Podcast! In this episode, we recap the year 2025 in heavy metal with special guests John and Eric. We discuss the Metal Pit's Top 10 Metal Albums of 2025. Eric and John also share their personal Top 10 lists, highlighting bands from various metal subge...

In this episode, we discuss some of the best songs of all time. We discuss 20 groups and their iconic songs, sharing personal favorites, deep cuts, and the impact these bands have had on the metal genre. Featuring guest writers Jon from the United States and Brett from Australia, we dive deep into bands like Metallica, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Slayer, Judas Priest, ACDC, and many more. Join us...

Exclusive Interview with Chris Black of Horizon Theory on Their New Single 'Transcendence' & Upcoming Album. In this episode of the Metal Pit Podcast we have a interview. Lance Hall welcomes Chris Black, guitarist for the band Horizon Theory, for an in-depth conversation. Chris discusses their latest single 'Transcendence' featuring Morgan Rose from Sevendust, which is part of their upcoming f...

On this combined mega-episode of The Metal Pit Podcast and Someone’s In My Fruit Cellar Podcast, Blake sits down with actress Kimberley Crossman — star of the cult horror/metal film DEATHGASM and the upcoming DEATHGASM 2. We talk acting, horror fandom, heavy metal culture, mental health, ridiculous movie gore, why improv is terrifying and wonderful, smoking fake cigarettes while pretending to be a...

In this episode of the Metal Pit Podcast, hosts Blake and Georgina dive into Ministry's influential 1992 album, 'Psalm 69: The Way to Succeed and the Way to Suck Eggs.' They discuss their personal experiences with the album, its impact on the industrial metal genre, and its relevance today. The episode also features fun facts about the band, historical highlights from 1992, and their top 10 albums...

​Exploring Led Zeppelin II - Squeeze My Lemon Join us this week on The Metal Pit podcast as we welcome Shell, one of our writers at The Metal Pit, from Australia, to discuss Led Zeppelin's second album released in 1969. We share personal memories, delve into the album's content, and dig into the band's history and its musical impact. From iconic tracks to extraordinary guitar solos, we explore wha...

In this week's episode, Blake welcomes our special guest, Destiny, who has been crowned the Metal Maiden of the Month at The Metal Pit for September. Join us as we dive into Destiny’s personal journey into the world of heavy metal, influenced by her mom’s love for Guns N' Roses and other rock legends. We chat about her first concert experiences, her favorite bands, and a detailed discussion of Gun...

Showing off The Metal Pit's Blake as he shares a episode of his Horror movie podcast that he co-hosts with his co-host Loni. This is episode #2 of their podcast. This one is on the classic horror movie Texas Chainsaw Massacre. They discuss the movie and give their picks for the perfect soundtrack to go with the movie so check out the podcast and if you like it subscribe to Someone's In My Fruit Ce...

​Celebrating the Legacy of Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath | The Metal Pit Podcast Join host Eric and guests Jon and George on The Metal Pit Podcast as they dive deep into the legendary careers of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. In this episode, the trio discusses their favorite albums and songs, shares concert memories, and talks about the significant influence of both Ozzy and Sabbath on the...

In this episode, Blake welcomes Georgina, a writer from The Metal Pit, to discuss the recent passing of Ozzy Osborne and his impactful legacy in the heavy metal genre. They delve into Black Sabbath's final concert. Georgina and Blake then transition to reviewing Faith No More's eclectic 1995 album 'King for a Day, Fool for a Lifetime,' breaking down each track, including their favorites. Additiona...

Renata Petrelli from The Damnnation Talks New Album, Musical Influences & Ghost Join us in this episode as we sit down with Renata Petrelli from the Brazilian Thrash Metal band, The Damnnation. Renata, the singer and lead guitarist, discusses the band's upcoming album, set to release in late August or early September, their previous works, and how her musical influences, ranging from Grunge to...

Blake hosts as Eric and George discuss the latest album from Sweden's KATATONIA. They discuss each song on this album and offer their thoughts on their career and the new members. Newcomer to The Metal Pit George gives his top 10 Katatonia songs to end off the episode.

Join Lance Hall from The Metal Pit as he interviews Chris Caffery about his upcoming double CD release, '20 Years of the Music Man.' Solo artist and of course guitarist with Savatage and Trans-Siberian Orchestra. In this episode, Chris shares insights on the creation of the album, collaborating with Jeff Scott Soto, and the challenges of bringing a diverse musical career spanning two decades into...

Join host Blake and guest Eric from The Metal Pit as they dive deep into Nevermore's iconic 2000 album 'Dead Heart in a Dead World.' They discuss each track in detail, chat about the band's history, and share personal anecdotes about live shows. Stick around for their top 10 metal albums of the year 2000. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to Nevermore, this episode offers a comprehensive look...

Join host Blake and guests Eric and James on this epic episode of the Metal Pit Podcast as they dive into the legendary discography of Dream Theater. From their debut album to their most recent release, the trio discusses each of Dream Theater’s 16 studio albums, sharing their personal favorites, hidden gems, and memories associated with the music. Which album will take the crown as the top Dream...

In this episode, host Blake and guest Georgina, from the Metal Pit, dive into Aerosmith's iconic album 'Toys in the Attic.' Released in 1975, this album marks a significant milestone in the band's career and rock history. Listen in as Blake and Georgina discuss each track, share personal anecdotes, and explore how Aerosmith's sound has influenced countless bands over the years. Also, get ready for...

The Metal Pit Podcast - 100th Episode Special! Deciding the Best Metal Album of 1984 Welcome to the Metal Pit Podcast's milestone 100th episode! Hosted by Blake, this special edition dives into the best metal albums of the legendary year 1984. Joined by guest writers Eric, John, and Lance, the crew debates and determines the greatest metal album of the year through a thrilling elimination bracket....