April 19, 2019
The legendary Uli Jon Roth is a musician's musician. An artist's artist. Probably most noted for his work with the mighty Scorpions in the 70s, Mr. Roth has a vast discography spanning five (!) decades. In honour of this, Mr. Roth is currently on his "Triple Anniversary" tour commemorating three key moments in his storied career. It was an absolute honour that Mr. Roth gave us a moment of his time. So sit up straight, shut your mouth, and open your ears as we discuss his legendary status, this awesome tour, and his current relationship with the Scorps. In our "News, Views, and Tunes", we celebrate Record Store Day, "The Hoff" going Metal (!!), and the creepy Wayne Static mask issue. Musically, we crank some Uli, the new Allegaeon and Hand Of God, Night Demon, Frightmare, Hammr, and Sick Fix. Horns!!
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April 12, 2019
You want the best! You got the best! Our longtime listeners will remember our "Band Spotlight" episodes. We chose a veteran outfit with an extensive back catalogue and shared our faves in key categories important to Metallers. To kick this rebooted series off we tapped the legendary KISS! Gene and the boyz are in the middle of another "farewell" tour for which we were front and centre. So all things considered, the timing of this episode is perfect. So we cracked the beer, mixed the Lemmys, and dove into all things KISS. A raw, stripped down conversation not to be missed by KISSers and music fans alike. Horns!
April 5, 2019
Around the RAM offices we're still strong supporters of underground record labels. Modern technology has decimated the industry but they still play a huge role in the careers of your fave artists. While some of the bigger labels get the lion's share of fans attention and finances, there's a strong contingency of smaller labels plying their trade. Smaller only in size and stature, not creativity or spirit. This week we want give the Horns to those labels flogging to out in the underground basement. A good place to start is with Argonauta Records recording artist Hey Zeus. These Boston stoner rockers are a prime example of indieriffic rock n roll. We caught up with the band as they were about to hit the stage in their hometown. To add fuel to the fire we spin a stack of like minded wax including Grave Violator, Hellripper, Bewitcher, Black Mass, Heretical Sect, Asthma Castle, Black Mass, Wilt, and Season Of Mist's KEN Mode. As well we trade live stories and cast our vote to have Ozzy knighted(!). Horns!!
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March 29, 2019
Canadian death metallers Tomb Mold were the Cinderella story of the extreme metal underground in 2018. Seemingly out of nowhere (emphasis on "seemingly"), TM captured the hearts and minds of fans and critics alike with the brilliant 20 Buck Spin debut "Manor of Infinite Forms". The band recently crossed their native land giving us an opportunity to speak with axeman Derrick Vella. We discuss said record and the overwhelming attention the band received. As well we chat some Canadian metal legends and, of course, some hockey talk. Musically, we crank some TM, Rotting Christ, Noisem, Torture Rack, Abhorrent, Cannabis Corpse, and we introduce Montreal metallers Blackguard in our "Indie Spotlight". Horns!!
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March 22, 2019
Holy Mother of Metal!! We got ourselves a jammed packed episode this week. Consider this a Double Feature "Creature Feature" as we present not one but two kick ass interviews. First up is the return of Misery Index axeman/voice Mark Kloeppel. With the new album "Rituals Of Power" still fresh on the racks, we got Mr. Kloeppel on the horn. We go deep into the new Seasons Of Mist album and he catches us up the band's side projects. As well, "aggressive progressive" metallers Moon Tooth are making major waves themselves. With good old fashioned rock'n'roll elbow grease, MT have carved out quite a following. So it was a good time to sit down with vox John Carbone and get the 411 (plus a surprise cool cameo!). In our "News, Views, and Tunes" we congratulate the mighty VoiVod in their Juno win, discuss the (non) value of Joe Average's record collection, and pay tribute to Thrasher editor Jake Phelps. Musically, we crank the latest from our guests plus new stuff from Wormwitch and Vile Creature, ACXDC, Psychroptic, and the legendary Assuck! Double Horns!!
March 15, 2019
Love 'em or hate 'em, Canadian metallers Kittie have their spot in Metal history firmly secured. The ferocious felines have survived personal tragedies and professional adversities. They've amassed an amazing discography and have a story worth a bio pic of their own. Currently this story will culminate with a cool DVD "Live At London Music Hall". This show served as a reunion for all available Kittie members, past and present. A big part of this project is former bassist Jennifer Arroyo. We are totally stoked to talk with her as she speaks of her involvement with the project, recalls getting tapped for Kittie, and shares what she's doing these days. She also dispels the "starving artist" cliche'. In our "News, Views, and Tunes", we trade stories from the live front and we respond to neo Nazi (!!) allegations from the Calgary police. Musically we crank Miss. Arroyo's Jenn City, Alters oF Grief, Quiet Riot, Squalus, Micawber, Los Huaycos and introduce Florida's Crypteria in our "Indie Spotlight". Horns!!
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March 8, 2019
Veteran metaller Matt Harvey is nothing if not diverse. We've had Mr. Harvey on the show many times over the years, regaling us with everything to do with his numerous bands Exhumed, Gruesome, Expulsion a.o. Sonically, all these projects differed from one another. But his latest outfit really falls off the creative beaten path. Pounder is a more traditional, NWOBHM influenced sounding band. Their debut full lengther recently dropped courtesy of the fine folks at Hell's Headbangers. Once again we got Matt on the horn. He gave us the why and wherefores of the new record, most notably his hooking up with Carcass axeman Tom Draper. As well, full Horns to Gruesome drummer Gus Rios for stepping up when needed! In our "News, Views, and Tunes", we share our recent experience on the live front and all the goings on at Trve Kvlt Coffee! Musically, we crank the Pounder album, some Gruesome, Expulsion, Midnight, Wolfblood, Terminal Nation and introduce French crust punkers Vegan Fox in our "Indie Spotlight!" Horns!!
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March 1, 2019
Once again an old comrade (a friendship as old as RAM itself) joins us. Bob Nalbandian was our very first interview and its been a pleasure speaking with him over the years. Mr. Nalbandian has been the Man About MetalTown. He's worked as a journalist, DJ, podcaster and now, most recently, film documentarian producing his fabulous "Inside Metal" series. His most recent project "Band Vs. Brand" deals with a controversial subject today. When does a band become a brand? Commerce over art and integrity? This film gets the 411 right from the various sources currently embroiled in the craziness. And Bob shares all with us. In our "News, Views, and Tunes", we chime in with our thoughts on the matter particularly with the recent Static X and Doyle issues. Musically, we crank new tunes from Venom Prison, Insanity Alert, Primitive Man, and we introduce Canadian bashers Culled in our "Indie Spotlight". Horns!
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February 22, 2019
We'll call this a Snow Day episode. Basically, we're going to forego our usual "Creature Feature" segment this week. So essentially we have the week off so we pretty much just kicked back, cracked open some of our faves, and talked Metal shop. Joining us to share his thoughts is Coffee Bean Occulta, mainman from the good folks at Trve Kvlt Coffee. We get into the Vinnie Paul grammy memorial snub, the tim lambesis marriage announcement (Happy F'n Valentines Day!!) and our initial reaction to the "Lords Of Chaos" flick. The conversation got so hot it literally set off the smoke alarm! Musically, we crank the new Opprobrium, Omenfilth and we introduce the UK s/e vegan hardcore bashers xServitudex in our "Indie Spotlight"! Horns!!
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February 15, 2019
Last year we had the pleasure of a phoner interview with Corrosion Of Conformity axeman Woody Weatherman on the eve of the release of their latest platter "No Cross No Crown". Now, fast forward and the mighty C.O.C. are back on the road supporting the record. Their recent stop in "Winterpeg" (!), Canada afforded us the unique opportunity to follow up our chat with an in person sit down with "Woodrow". Always a delightful conversation, we discussed the response to "NCNC", C.O.C - y and t, covering Queen (!!), and just why are bands from southern States touring Canada in February (!!!). So stoked for this chat as we back as fans to the original crossover daze. In our "News, Views, and Tunes", there's more fallout from the Lambesis saga, Eyehategod vs. Arkansas senator, and shovelling snow for rock n roll! Musically we crank the latest C.O.C., Downfall Of Gaia, Berkowitz, and introduce Virginia's Enforced in our "Indie Spotlight". Horns!!
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February 14, 2019
Happy Valentine's Day, Bros and Bras!! In honour of this sacred day of love, we here at Radioactive Metal are presenting this special gift of the rebooting of our "Valentine's Day Massacre" episode. We're basically celebrating the occasion in our own sick, twisted way. First up we had a fantastic chat with local Heavy Metal model Krystal Vandalism. "Special K" is a good friend of the show and brings her own cool story to the table. Over a couple adult bevies, Miss. Vandalism shares with us the good, the bad, and the ugly of the modelling world. And of course, we share our mutual love of Metal! As well, we (re)introduce the Metal world to The Mentors (!), learn what a "blumpkin" is, and play a rather rousing game of F.M.K. Musically, we crank some Vaultwraith, Festerday, some new Mentors, Homewrecker, F.Y.P.M., Tony Reed, Vesication, Elbow Deep, and Blumpkin Spice Latte! So press play, cuddle up with that special someone, and pray your relationship survives this episode! Luv Always, The Dudes and Dudette at Radioactive Metal
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February 8, 2019
Way back during our inaugural year on the air, one of our first featured guests was 80s thrash titans Bloodfeast. It was a down period for the band but being big 'Feast fans we were stoked to speak with mainman Adam Tranquilli. Fast forward a decade and one of NY's finest are on the comeback trail with a killer new album "Future State of Wicked" with none other than Hell's Headbangers. Keeping the momentum going, BF recently released a killer new EP in "Chopped, Sliced, and Diced". This time we got bassist Tom Lorenzo on the horn. Despite being in BF ten years, "Future..." marked his recording debut. We jumped into his becoming a Feaster, their deal with HH, and he shared a tale of Heavy Metal camaraderie. In our "News, Views, and Tunes", we took the Penguin Plunge for the Special Olympics!! Musically we crank some new and classic 'Feast, Misery Index, At War, Section H8, Gravehuffer, Boghaunter and introduce Necronomichrist in our "Indie Spotlight'. Horns!
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February 1, 2019
Canadian grinders Wake had a stellar 2018! Their break thru Translation Loss album "Misery Rites" was the toast of the grindcore town. Touring North America and being featured in Metal publications had the band in the thick of things for year end accolades. Being good Canadian boyz (eh) they had no prob crossing the country in the dead of winter. We caught up with vocalist Kyle Ball during their recent stopover in town. We discussed the success of said record and the trials and tribulations of being on the road. Run, don't walk, and grab a copy of "Misery Rites" today! In our "News, Views, and Tunes", we discuss "old timers" skateboarding and pay tribute to RAM alum Bruce Corbitt (Rigor Mortis, Warbeast). Musically, we crank Wake's latest, Ossuarium, Reagan SS, and The Moth Gatherer! Horns!!
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January 25, 2019
Another one off the old "Bucket List"! Our fandom for the legendary Anthrax goes back as far as our interest in Metal itself. So we were front row centre to witness the rise of the "Big Four" concept. When 2 of those 4 meet up and get the creative juices flowing you know you're in for something special. Altitudes and Attitude are an amazing new(ish) collaborative effort from 'Thrax and Megadeth bassists Frank Bello and Dave Ellefson. In an interview decades in the making we sat down with Mr. Bello to talk a little A and A. We got the 411 on the project (Frank is an axeman as well), reminisce about first meeting "Junior" and get into some old school Anthrax!! An amazing chat with one of the nice guys in Rock, fer sure. As well, in our "Extended Indie Spotlight" we talk to Manchester NH's stoner rockers Dust Prophet! Remember you heard 'em here first. In our "News, Views and Tunes", we acknowledge the dubious anniversary of the infamous Ozzy bat head incident. In light of recent events, we discuss Cannibal Corpse's spot on the Slayer farewell tour. Musically we crank our guests and new tunes from Raven, In The Fire and A Pale Horse Named Death! Horns!!
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