Pipeman in the Pit

In this episode, Pipeman sits down with Zachary from the Canadian metal band Dawn Vally to discuss the band’s unique sound, their roots in the Toronto music scene, and the stories behind their new EP. The conversation delves into festival experiences, the songwriting process, misconceptions about heavy music, and the influence of artists like Bring Me the Horizon. The episode is packed with laughs...

In this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman W4CY Radio, Pipeman interviews metal vocalist Lyric Noel. The conversation covers Lyric's musical journey, her collaborations—especially the new single "Acid Bloom" featuring Stitched Up Heart—and her perspectives on women in metal, creative process, and the supportive nature of the metal scene. They also touch on viral success, the importance of techni...

In this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman interviews acclaimed musician Tracy Bonham about revisiting and reimagining her debut album, "The Burdens of Being Upright," nearly 30 years after its original release. Together, they delve into the process of refreshing older material, personal artistic evolution, the challenges and rewards of revisiting the past, and the excitem...

In this episode of Podcast, Pipeman sits down with the iconic Brijitte West—legendary frontwoman of New York Loose—for an in-depth and candid conversation. The two discuss Brijitte West's fascinating journey through punk and rock history, from collaborating with Dee Dee Ramone, surviving the record label machine, to her ongoing DIY spirit. They dive into the magic of analog music, the cultural imp...

In this lively episode of the Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, the host sits down with members of Famous Strangers, an Edmonton-based band, for an open, fun, and heartfelt conversation. The episode covers the band’s origins, musical influences, creative philosophy, and their commitment to authenticity and artistic freedom. There are stories about scene camaraderie, live music’s power, and the...

In this lively episode, Pipeman sits down with Alfred Rome from the band Dead Bait at Bloodstock’s 25th anniversary. They delve into the journey of Dead Bait, the experience of playing at Bloodstock for the first time, backstage stories, new music releases, the camaraderie of the festival scene, and the evolution of physical music formats. The episode is filled with personal anecdotes, insights in...

In this energetic episode of the podcast, Pipeman sits down with George and Connor from Change Persona at Bloodstock Festival. The conversation dives into nostalgia for old music formats, evolving music trends, live show experiences, band dynamics, and the importance of authenticity. The trio shares laughs, festival stories, strong opinions on beer, and their philosophy on keeping music fun and re...

In this episode, Pipeman sits down with members of the Cypriot metal band Ka'aper at the Bloodstock Festival. Together, they explore the band’s journey from Russia to Cyprus, their musical influences, experiences in the tight-knit Cyprus metal community, and their unique blend of atmospheric, melodic, and dark metal inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology. Main Topics Covered Ka'aper’s Origins: How...

In this electrifying episode, Pipeman sits down with Cameron Johnson of the band Microtonal at Bloodstock, diving deep into thrash and death metal culture, band origins, and stories from the metal scene. The conversation spans from the nostalgia of handmade battle vests to Microtonal’s upcoming music, providing insight into the band's influences and the evolution of crossover thrash. Listeners get...

In this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman interviews Ethan Shields and members of InScape at Bloodstock Festival. The conversation delves into their journey through the Metal 2 the Masses competition, the importance of community in the local music scene, changes within the band, and the significance of music in their lives. The band also shares their thoughts on social me...

In this episode, Pipeman interviews Ayo from Imperial Age at Bloodstock Festival. The conversation delves into the band's journey from Moscow to the UK, their genre-bending musical evolution, the significance of artistic freedom, and the realities of pursuing a music career independently. Ayo shares personal stories of risk, inspiration, and gratitude to fans, while also promoting an upcoming Kick...

In this lively episode of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman sits down with Pete, the drummer of Meet Your Maker, and fellow band members at Bloodstock Festival. The conversation traverses the unpredictable UK weather, the intensity of live performance, the band's Christian metalcore mission, the importance of mental health, and the sense of community that music festivals inspire. Ma...

In this episode of the Podcast, Pipeman sits down with Cam and Kaz from Imperial Demonic at Bloodstock Festival. The conversation delves into the band’s journey from a solo project to a full DIY group, their evolution in sound, the realities of the current metal scene, and their excitement about performing at one of their biggest shows to date. The band also shares insights into their creative pro...

The conversation focused on the experiences and culture of metal festivals across Europe, Denmark, and the UK, highlighting the sense of community, the uniqueness of each event, and the role of family and upbringing in entering the metal scene. The dialogue also explored the significance of sharing and supporting one another within and outside of music communities. Upcoming tour plans and the proc...

In this episode of Podcast, Pipeman sits down at Bloodstock Festival with Alan and Noel from Following The Signs to discuss their musical journey, first UK performance, the unique community at Bloodstock, and the evolution of their sound. The conversation explores the importance of artistic freedom, live performance authenticity, and the camaraderie found within the metal scene. Main Topics Covere...

In this lively episode, Pipeman sits down with Joachim and members of Joakem, a progressive metal band from Cyprus, recorded live at Bloodstock Festival. The conversation explores the band’s musical philosophy, their journey through Metal to the Masses, and how blending genres and abandoning musical “boxes” sets them apart. The episode is rich in anecdotes about music education, stage presence, co...

In this lively and humorous episode, Lewis from the band Overpower joins the Pipeman for a candid and hilarious conversation at Bloodstock. The discussion blends tales of metal festivals, the quirks of metalhead culture, classic thrash history, mosh pit antics (involving dinosaurs, inflatables, and bananas), and a deep dive into the unique community spirit found at Bloodstock. The conversation is...

In this lively and candid episode of "The Adventures of Pipeman" on W4CY Radio, Pipeman sits down with Chris from Party Cannon at the 25th anniversary of Bloodstock festival. Their conversation dives into festival life, the uniqueness of the UK metal scene, memorable US tour stories, and what makes Party Cannon a band everyone should experience. Main Topics Covered Party Cannon’s appearance at Blo...

In this episode of "The Adventures of Pipeman" on W4CY Radio, Pipeman interviews Martin from the band Soulride live at Bloodstock Festival. They discuss the festival’s community spirit, Soulride’s origins and influences, memorable moments from the road, and their plans for the future. Martin also shares insights on the importance of supporting new and unsigned bands. Main Topics Covered Bloodstock...

In this episode of Podcast, Pipeman sits down with Andreas Kister of Sepultura at Bloodstock Festival for an energetic and thoughtful conversation. The duo discusses Sepultura’s incredible journey, their final UK show, the unique spirit of the global metal community, and the role of music and culture in uniting people. Highlights include reflections on Brazilian musical heritage, challenges faced...

In this lively episode, Pipeman sits down with Brian Tutler from Saxon at the 25th anniversary of Bloodstock Festival. The conversation covers the evolution of iconic rock festivals, stories from the golden era of metal, influences across generations, and Brian Tutler’s unique journey from Diamond Head to Saxon. This episode is packed with insider anecdotes, festival nostalgia, and reflections on...

In this episode, Pipeman sits down with Seething Akira at Bloodstock, diving deep into the family atmosphere of the festival, what makes metal communities unique, the difference between a live show and an album, and Seething Akira’s plans for the future. They share personal stories from the pit, reflect on the evolving festival scene, discuss the unifying power of music, and highlight the importan...

In this lively episode of Podcast, Pipeman sits down with members of Regicide at Bloodstock Festival to explore the enduring appeal and evolution of thrash metal. The discussion traces the genre’s history, its key influences, stories from the band’s musical journeys, and the inclusive spirit that makes metal a unifying force worldwide. Main Topics Covered Thrash metal’s origins, diversity, and evo...

Join Pipeman as he sits down with all four members of Redscar—Johnny Stern, Jamie, Chariot, and Isaac—backstage at Bloodstock Festival. The group delves into their whirlwind year from practice spaces to main stage performances, share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from festival life, discuss their rapid rise, unique merchandise, tattoos, and upcoming gigs, all wrapped in their signature irrev...

In this episode, Pipeman sits down with Marty and Daisy from Shadow Company at Bloodstock Festival. They discuss the band's journey through Metal to the Masses, the camaraderie and community within the metal scene, musical evolution, and the importance of inclusivity and growth both as musicians and people. The conversation also touches on classic metal stories, dealing with genre gatekeeping, and...