Direct Input Podcast

We check in with a new Black Metal band that has some Death Metal flavor in their sound. Hear the origins of how this newly formed group came about. We also present a first hand account of the fiasco that was Messe des Morts VI in Montreal during November of 2016, where a certain bass player was accused of being a Nazi; despite him being Chinese and playing with one of the most culturally diverse bands around. A certain enigmatic drummer also expresses his love for various Christian Metal bands throughout the genres. We had a blast tracking this one! We invite all to listen to one of the more fluid podcasts we've had the pleasure of presenting this year. https://www.facebook.com/LegionsDescendMA/

We check in with all 5 members of Unmerciful, the premiere Kansas Death Metal band that is currently on a 2 week tour. We pick their brains about living in the middle of mid-west region of the U.S.A. along with a variety of bullshittings and musings regarding tornado alley, their local drug market and some natural praise for the New England Patriots. http://unmercifulmusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Unmerciful-347016405378181/ https://twitter.com/Unmerciful16 LSD Factory Story http://www.vice.com/video/getting-high-on-krystle

It's always an absolute delight and pleasure to experience Hessian, one of the finest New England Metal bands. These heavy metal men from Maine rejoice as we discuss the virtues of growing up in the Maine Metal scene, along with several fascinating takes and tales on living along the drowned coast. You owe it to yourself to experience the grand majesty of New England and this is a great introduction to the spirit of the Ancient State of Northern Massachusetts. https://hessian-music.bandcamp.com/releases https://www.facebook.com/hessianhighcommand DONATE TO KATHY/THE KAVE https://www.gofundme.com/2r6qqyug

Join me as a do my very best to sum up 12,000 miles and 21 shows played throughout the majesty of the United States of America. My sincere apologies to anyone I've failed to mention in this single take, 80 minute podcast (especially Drew, dude, SL,UT blows my mind guy). If you've heard the previous episodes of #12 and #13, you might be pleased to hear that this venture ended a helluva lot better for everyone involved. What can I say? I just can't wait to get on the road again!

Faces of Bayon has been one of the longest running Doom Metal bands in New England and features some of the most OG players in 90's Massachusetts Death Metal scene. We converse about their history, side projects and the future. There is speculation about a Scattered Remnants reunion is as well. https://ragnarokrecords.bandcamp.com/album/heart-of-the-fire https://www.facebook.com/facesofbayon/ http://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Faces_of_Bayon/3540328059

You can hear we've certainly had a few, as I recant my travelings to the land of California to witness the resurrection of the mighty Cirith Ungol, who reunited for their first show in 25 years at Frost and Fire II in Ventura. 6 Nights in California can do wonders for a lifelong Masshole. Here me roar with tales of sunsets, food service fuck ups and headbanging in heavy metal heaven. Cirith Ungol rules, support them if you can http://www.cirithungol.org/ http://www.metalblade.com/us/artists/cirith-ungol/ http://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Cirith_Ungol/561 Give Ashbury a shot too, http://www.ashburyonline.com/ http://www.rockadrome.com/store/ashbury-endless-skies-cd-rock007-v-2.html

Here we discuss some of the better movies, albums and shows experienced since the summer. Movies: Amanda Knox - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5952332/ the Shallows - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4052882/ The Conjuring 2 - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3065204/ Birth of a Nation - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4196450/ Albums: High Spirits - Motivator https://highspiritsmetal.bandcamp.com/album/motivator Sumerlands - s/t https://sumerlands.bandcamp.com/album/sumerlands Eternal Champion - The Armor of Ire https://eternalchampion.bandcamp.com/ Agatus - the Eternalist https://agatus-greece.bandcamp.com/album/the-eternalist Dehumanized - Beyond the Mind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaj8Xtq5lnQ Them - Sweet Hallow https://them6.bandcamp.com/ Indian Nightmare - s/t DEMO https://indiannightmare.bandcamp.com/album/indian-nightmare Malleus - Storm of Witchcraft DEMO https://malleusheavymetal.bandcamp.com/album/storm-of-witchcraft Bacterial Husk - Agnosia of Omens DEMO https://bacterialhusk.bandcamp.com/ and of course,

Dr. Stephanie Robinson is an incomparible figure. It's impossible to sum her up in this brief yet thorough interview. Whether she is performing live music, writing/recording in the studio, spending hours every week devoted to tattooing or running a casual half marathon on a daily basis; she is one of the most motivated women you could ever meet. Also be sure to check out the podcast she produces, Glamour Smashed Face. The first episode features myself, getting pampered with an exfoiliating mask and pedicure. Hilariously fun times! http://www.facebook.com/tattoosbystephsparrow http://www.helsott.com http://www.glamoursmashedface.com

How can you not love Seax? One of the most exciting live bands on the east coast right now. These Speed Metal Maniacs are currently gearing up for a coast to coast USA tour highlighted by an appearance at Frost and Fire II in Ventura, CA. They're 3rd album Speed Metal Mania will be out in just a few weeks, be sure to follow them at all the locations listed below - http://seax.bandcamp.com/ https://www.reverbnation.com/seaxmetal https://twitter.com/seaxmetal https://www.facebook.com/seaxmetal

It's time for another seasonal check in for the Summer of 2016. Josh and Brian discuss the better concerts, albums and movies experienced since the solstice. Lots of topics mused like Summer Slaughter, the ethos of Black Metal, Quebec and the digital streaming age we live in.

Ross the Boss. Prolific guitarist, songwriter and founder of the Dictators and Manowar. Few artists have made such a strong impact on the worlds of both Punk and Metal. 30 albums in 41 years with one hanging in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Fortunately he takes time to talk to us before his headlining set at Ralph's Rock Diner in Worcester, MA. Listen to his wisdom as I bumble my way through a variety of topics including Baseball, Songwriting, living in Paris and of course Manowar. http://www.ross-the-boss.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RossTheBoss

Savage Master is in town for Metal Thursday #309! We catch up on the last 3 tours they've done. I open with a complete bomb and give everyone the douche chills. Thank Satan that this band is so fucking cool. One of the very best American bands going right now. Check them out, support! https://www.facebook.com/savagemaster666 https://savage-master.bandcamp.com/

As many of you are aware, I was hospitalized in Dayton, OH and was forced to drop off the tour with Abnormality. I address the events that occurred around this time, because frankly, I'm tired of talking about it. This is a proper summary of everything that happened. Much love to everyone who reached out to me during this difficult time. I love you all Thank you so much for your support. This is a link to reference the condition I was believed to have had, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannabinoid_hyperemesis_syndrome

This is a recap of the Abnormality tour from the Spring of 2016. You'll hear me do my best to recount each show, venue and day we spent on tour.

Eric fields a variety of questions about Australia from such a curious American as I. I'm still not sure if they even get podcasts down under, so maybe this will flush out some good results. Regardless, this is a great primer for how to survive in Australia.

Reknowned Engineer and Producer in the Boston Metal scene, Eric Braunschweiger stops in to have a few drinks and reminesce over past projects and the scene of yester year. This marks a grand occasion, since Eric is moving to Australia with his wife and we won't be able to see much more of him. I'm not one to believe in good byes, so I'm looking forward to the next round. We're losing an awesome dude. We love you Eric.

If this was a Demilich song it'd be called 'Sunday Solo Spawn from the Spring of '16'. Lots to talk about. Boston Sports. First quarter Metal albums. Local shows that were sick. My future activities over the next few months and such.

Fuzzywig is an alias for a registered cannabis grower in the state of Massachusetts and he provides medical marijuana to a patient suffering from muscular sclerosis. Despite this level of secrecy, he is on the front line of the fight for marijuana activism and stands as a pioneer for Massachusetts Marijuana legalization. His message of self-empowerment and breaking the chains of big government legislation is something all sides will find value in. While this episode was somewhat short and afflicted by back ground noise, its important to consider that any oral history regarding Marijuana in 2016 will have profound value to future generations, who undoubtedly will grow up in world full of liberated cannabis. Smoke 'em if you got 'em!

Josh Martin is the most tenured guitarist in the illustrious history of Anal Cunt. His catalog consists of playing on: I Like It When You Die, Picnic of Love, It Just Gets Worse, Defenders of the Hate, Fuckin' A, and Wearing Out Our Welcome. Also a founding member of Adolf Satan, Fuck Face, Failure Clinic, Impaled Northern Moonforest, and FUKK. We talk about everything from growing up in Conneticut, to getting into Anal Cunt, to notorious on-stage band on band brawls. One of the last real rock stars.

Few bassplayers can play as brillantly as Zach but even less people can walk in his shoes. From dropping out of High School to join Goratory, to being incarerated for negligent homicide, his story is yet another unique American life.