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We are back from a brief hiatus and for this episode, we brought a friend along. On this episode, the Metalology crew sits down with Rich Boca (Blackcast, Good For Nothing) and we had a ton of fun triggering each other over our biggest Metal hot takes. Lots of fun, laughs, and some forehead veins swelled as we dig into each other and share some of our deepest opinions regarding Metal, bands, overrated artists, music production, and more. To follow our socials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology Why were we on a hiatus? Simple. SoCal was dealt with a string of heatwaves in August and unfortunately our studio does not have an AC. After our last episode, our room had reached 93 degrees in the room and just made recording highly unsafe. Fortunately though, the studio is now at a temperature that we feel safe enough to continue and we look forward to releasing new episodes.

THE END OF AN ERA: BRICK BY BRICK Brick by Brick is closing its doors, and San Diego’s metal scene will never be the same. On this episode of Metalology, we’re joined by Esty Sanchez, guitarist of Fraxures, to look back at one of San Diego’s most iconic venues. We talk about our favorite memories, our first time playing Brick, the impact of the As I Lay Dying guys in turning the venue and local scene around, and why Brick became such an important part of the San Diego and SoCal metal community. From unforgettable shows to local bands chasing their dreams, Brick by Brick was more than a venue, it was home. The doors may be closing, but the legacy lives on. Thank you, Brick by Brick. 🤘 To follow our socials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

Is Gaerea Creating an Entirely New Genre of Metal? | Metalology Podcast Black metal has always evolved—but has Gaerea just pushed it into something completely new? In this episode of Metalology, the crew dives deep into Gaerea's latest album, Loss, breaking down standout tracks, the band's emotional songwriting, and the bold sonic shift that's dividing the metal community. While rooted in black metal, Loss expands into atmospheric post-metal, soaring melodies, and modern influences that have sparked debate over whether Gaerea is redefining the genre altogether.

Can DevilDriver still deliver after two decades of crushing riffs? In this episode of Metalology, Anthony, Jandro, Bagi, and Rudy dive into DevilDriver’s Strike and Kill, breaking down the album track by track, discussing the riffs, vocals, songwriting, production, and whether this modern groove metal release lives up to the band’s legacy. Is Strike and Kill one of DevilDriver’s strongest records in years, or does it fall short of the band’s classic era? We share our favorite songs, biggest surprises, hot takes, and final ratings in another unfiltered metal discussion. 🎸 If you’re into DevilDriver, groove metal, metalcore, deathcore, heavy metal album reviews, and metal podcasts, this episode is for you. 💬 Let us know in the comments: * What’s your favorite song from Strike and Kill? * How would you rate the album? * Where does it rank among DevilDriver’s discography? 👍 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more weekly metal debates, album reviews, interviews, and discussions from Metalology. #DevilDriver #StrikeAndKill #Metalology #HeavyMetal #GrooveMetal #MetalPodcast #AlbumReview #Metalcore #Deathcore #MetalCommunity To follow our socials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

They say every dog gets his day and on this episode of Metalology, our resident Metal elitist takes control. On this episode, Jandro was tasked to choose six thrash metal bands for you to check out this year. All the bands featured on this episode are new (newish) artists and the songs are featured are pretty recent. This was a fun episode and you might be surprised by some of the opinions of the other hosts. To follow our desocials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

It’s time to bring the breakdowns and the bear roars! In this episode of Metalology, the hosts discuss the russian deathcore powerhouse, Slaughter to Prevail, the bands surprisingly eclectic music,Alex Terrible’s talent as a frontman and fighter, and if Slaughter to Prevail is the ultimate fight music? To keep with the cage fighting vibe of the episode, Anthony shares two stories about the weirdest fights he’s been in…including one that happened at our studio a week prior to the recording of this episode! At the top, Metalology also asks “How has Pantera aged in the 2020’s” in the new Threads from the Pit segment. To follow our desocials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

Twenty-one years after its release, does City of Evil still deserve its legendary status? In this episode of Metalology, Anthony, Jandro, Bagi, and Rudy revisit Avenged Sevenfold's breakthrough album City of Evil to find out if it truly stands the test of time. The crew listens to key moments from the record, breaks down the songs, and dives into the album's impact on modern metal. Anthony, a longtime fan of the album, finds himself defending City of Evil against resident metal elitists Jandro and Rudy, who aren't afraid to challenge its reputation. Expect passionate debates, hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of arguments as the hosts dissect one of the most influential metal albums of the 2000s. Has City of Evil aged like fine wine, or is its legacy bigger than the music itself? Tune in and decide for yourself. To follow our desocials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

What Is the Worst Modern Metal Band? | Metalology Q&A In this episode of Metalology, we’re answering questions from our Instagram followers about metal, Defy the Tyrants, songwriting, and some of our most controversial hot takes. From debates about modern metal to the question guaranteed to start arguments, we’re covering it all: What is the worst modern metal band? Drop your answer in the comments and let the chaos begin. 🤘

No Anthony. Rudy on hiatus. The gates of Metalology have never sounded like this before. In this historic first, Jandro and Alberto take the wheel for a full deep dive into one of the greatest metal albums ever forged: Holy Diver by Dio. From soaring vocals and crushing riffs to fantasy-driven lyrics that helped shape heavy metal history, the crew breaks down every track, every moment, and why this album still stands tall decades later. Whether you worship at the altar of classic metal or you’re hearing Holy Diver for the first time, this episode is a ride through fire, steel, and pure Dio magic. Raise the horns and enter the realm.

In this episode, the Metalology hosts discuss whether or not Godsmack is an underrated Metal band. “Hear me out…” They talk about how they were introduced to Godsmack, play a 7 song playlist of some heavy Godsmack deep cuts while asking if they are a Metal band, when did the hosts stop listening to Godsmack, and Sully Erna’s insane talent as a songwriter and visionary that are exposed during his first solo record. The hosts also talk react to the new DevilDriver single “Dig Your Own Grave” and discuss their anticipation for the new DevilDriver record. To follow our desocials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

In this episode of Metalology, we dive headfirst into one of the most polarizing movements in heavy music history. In the late ’90s, when metal was losing mainstream ground and identity, nu-metal crashed in—loud, rebellious, and impossible to ignore. Love it or hate it, bands fused hip-hop, groove, and raw emotion into something that dragged metal back into the spotlight. But here’s the twist—was that just round one? Fast forward to the 2020s, and the DNA of nu-metal is everywhere again. From rising bands to arena headliners, that same bounce, angst, and genre-blurring chaos is making a serious comeback. Is this nostalgia… or evolution? And more importantly—did nu-metal just pull off the unthinkable and save metal again? We’re breaking down the impact, the backlash, the revival, and what it all means for the future of heavy music. Whether you’ve been blasting it since day one or you’re just now hearing the echoes, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. To follow our desocials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

Is AI the ultimate creative weapon—or the beginning of the end for human artistry? In this episode of Metalology, we dive headfirst into the chaos where heavy metal collides with artificial intelligence. From AI-generated riffs to machine-made vocals, we’re asking the real question: is this the evolution of metal… or its extinction? Expect hot takes, debate, and a no-BS breakdown of whether AI belongs in the pit—or should be kicked out of the scene entirely. To follow our desocials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

This week on Metalology, we are asking the age old question “Is Glam Metal actually Metal?” and to help us answer this question is Fraxures guitarist, Esty Sanchez. Esty sits in for Jandro this week and confronts Anthony on his comments regarding glam metal from our recent Metallica “Master of Puppets” episode and this one is a doozy. It gets real HEATED! Join us for this heated debate as the gloves come off and Metalology asks “Is Glam Metal actually Metal”! To follow our desocials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

Metalology is back with brand new episodes for 2026 and what better way to kick off the year than celebrating the 40th anniversary of Metallica’s “Master of Puppets”! In this episode, the Metalology crew discusses the album, its impact on Metal, how it’s still relevant, as well as review the album track by track. What a way to kick off the new year in a new studio and bring a whole new vibe to Metalology! To follow our socials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology

It’s that time of year again! As we celebrate another year around the sun and enter the eighth year of Metalology, it’s time to look back on the year and highlight our favorite METAL albums of 2025! Joining the Metalology hosts once again is Julian “Heavymetaljoker” Purnell to share his pick for the best METAL album of 2025 and this years picks are diverse as hell. Ranging from deathcore, prog-metal, death metal, and more, Metalology wastes no time in digging into their picks and sharing their thoughts on the landscape of Metal over 2025. THIS IS THE FINAL EPISODE OF 2025. From Metalology to you, hope everyone has a Happy New Year and see you in 2026! To follow our socials, tap our link right here: https://linktr.ee/metalology