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Anthrax legend and thrash metal icon Scott Ian shares the story of the artists that made him a fan, from his early years when he transferred his love of comics and horror to metal via Black Sabbath's first record and KISS, through to his history with brothers in arms Metallica and Pantera and who he believes is the greatest live band of all time.

Emma Boster of Dying Wish talks about being a part of what is unfolding as one of hardcore's most exciting eras, the artists and records that made her and her journey to the microphone. She also does a deep dive on the story behind the lyrics of their incendiary first record, "Fragments of a Bitter Memory."

Billy Howerdel (A Perfect Circle) discusses his new solo record, "What Normal Was," reflects on the 22nd anniversary of A Perfect Circle's seismic debut, "Mer De Noms," his musical relationship with A Perfect Circle co-pilot Maynard James Keenan, his journey as a songwriter, that time he played bass for Guns 'N' Roses and lots more.

Sean Dowdell (Grey Daze) discusses his long history with former bandmate Chester Bennington (Linkin Park) who he started making music with as a teenager. He also delves deep into the story of the new Grey Daze record "The Phoenix," a loving tribute to Chester's incredible voice and presence which features Chester's original vocals and reinvented versions of Grey Daze classics (the sequel to the band's beloved last release, "Amends").

Puscifer co-vocalist and solo artist Carina Round discusses working with Maynard James Keenan in Puscifer, her spiritual experience with Led Zeppelin's Physical Graffiti, her love of harmonies, her creative process and much more on the latest episode of the REVOLVER Fan First podcast.

Scowl vocalist Kat Moss speaks about her history as a music fan, live from the arena tour Scowl are currently on with Limp Bizkit. She explores her deep love for DIY subculture, the perception of early hardcore vs. nu-metal, the bands and iconic artists that made her who she is, her musical foremothers, who she thinks is this generation's Kurt Cobain, the moment she discovered hardcore and how that changed everything. 

Tom S. Englund of Evergrey shares his story of fandom, from falling for Dire Straits and Pink Floyd as a kid through to his most meaningful fan experiences and what he loves to watch from stage. He also explores creating the Evergrey sonic palette at the same time as "The Gothenburg Sound" emerged,  the intense emotional response to Evergrey's music, his views on the Ukraine war, the power to think freely (and being for or against), lyricists that explore the bigger picture, their brand new album "A Heartless Portrait (The Orphean Testament)" and much more. This podcast is proudly sponsored by DistroKid. For a 30% discount on your next subscription, visit: http://distrokid.com/vip/fanfirst

Cave In's Stephen Brodsky explores Cave In's new record Heavy Pendulum, his vivid history with the groundbreaking Converge, the artists who made him (from Slash to Kurt Cobain), the process of discovering the alternative to alternative music, hardcore, old school emo, Caleb's indelible and eternal imprint on Cave In's music now and then & lots more.  

What are the five songs that changed your life? Some of our favourite guests share the tunes that changed the way they saw music. This episode features Slash, Maynard James Keenan (Tool), Lzzy Hale (Halestorm), Brandon Boyd (Incubus) and lots more.

Melvins drummer Dale Crover reflects on his history as a fan, from loving the Beatles and KISS (whilst hating Journey) right through to discovering punk rock as a metal head through the early days of the band.  This show is presented by Distrokid. Listeners like you can get 30% off your first yearly subscription here: http://distrokid.com/vip/fanfirst

Mike Scheidt of YOB discusses the artists that guided him down his path as an artist, from David Bowie to Cathedral. He also shares his perspective on the history of doom, the bands that changed everything and goes deep on the heart, sorrow, survival and suffering buried in YOB's music, plus sheds some light on new projects.   

Max Cavalera and Iggor Cavalera share their long history as devout music fans, from discovering Sabbath and seeing Queen right through to the latest tunes they're obsessed by. They also delve into the early years of Sepultura - as the first third world popular heavy metal band - and lots more.