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Episode 124: Nick From Nicolas Cage Fighter

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It's time for my first Australian interview. I was fortunate enough to catch up with NCF vocalist, Nick. This was great fun to do as the band are at the very start of their music, recording and touring career. We discuss the pitfalls of being based so far away from everything, the Aussie scene, vocal styles and of course the weather!

As always there is a raucous run through the biggest rock and metal stories of the day. There is love for Rush, respect for someone leaving a band, a lack of sympathy, a demand for a debt to be settled, a new song actually called "Time To Rock!" and someone who needs to move on.

This Is Sweaty BBQ Bollocks.

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Episode 123: Bjorn Strid Soilwork

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After eight years Bjorn Strid of Soilwork makes his return to the podcast! This is a wide ranging chat that wanders into all aspects of the band and Bjorn's life within it. We cover the new album, singing, warm ups, abandonment, touring, relationships and antiques of course!

Added to this is the usual look at the rock and heavy metal news, some mad, some sad, some bad and some about the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

This Is Two Part Bollocks.

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Episode 122: Dave Ingram Benediction

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In this episode Dave and I finally get a chance to catch up. As can be heard we're not exactly sure if our paths have crossed before but they definitely have now. We cover so much ground, some common, some not but we leave no stone unturned. Be it Benediction, Bolt Thrower, Dr Who, The Church Of Satan, Radio Shows, moving to Denmark we cover everything!

 

There is also none of the things that you have come to expect from an episode. No news, no reviews and praise for Jamey Jasta. As well as a breakdown of a bands social media gone viral for all the wrong reasons.

 

This Is Classy Bollocks.

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Episode 121: Rock & Metal Writer Chris McGreal

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It has been four long years since Chris and I got a chance to catch up. So we did so inside some pods, it's a podcast it would be rude not to! We cover everything from Covid to Kreator, from Marillion to Decapitated.

There is also a longer than usual news section as there has been a lot coming out but besides that not a lot going on. We have major new releases sort of reviewed, major metal figures making announcements and doubts about metals "news" sources are expressed.

 

This Is Pod In A Pod Bollocks

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Old B******s Episode 8

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In this episode we review Kreator, Decapitated, Suppression, Besieged & Rammstein. There is also a reappraisal of Four Stroke Baron, tangents galore and a surprise guest calls in live!

 

This Is Old Bollocks.

Episode 120: Chris Dale - Bruce Dickinson & Atom Seed

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Bassist Chris Dale is back! The last time Chris and I caught up was just after the release of the brilliant "Scream For me Sarajevo" film that documents the Bruce Dickinson Band visiting the worn torn area to play a show. He has just written a book about his entire time working with Bruce so naturally we discuss this and many other things over a few pints down the pub.

 

As is to be expected there is the usual ramble through the news with considered and not so considered opinions on a long list of bands, stories and Gene Simmons.

 

This Is Spice Girls Bollocks.

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Heavy Metal Spice Girls

 

Episode 119: Scott Holderby Mordred

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In this episode I welcome Mordred frontman Scott Holderby back to the show. We haven't spoken for a while so enjoy a catch up on how the bands most recent album The Dark Parade has been received. We also get into the history of thrash, western Swing and what part of a house the singer is.

 

Added to this is the usual collection of news reviews and accidental philosophy that you have learned to tolerate from me over the years.

 

This Is Ex AC/DC Bollocks.

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Episode 118 - Steve Ramsey From Satan

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In this episode I get to catch up with guitarist, Satan founder, Skyclad Co Founder and all around UK metal royalty Steve Ramsey. We chat about their new album Earth Infernal, the band name and how it has changed and changed back again, Skyclad and the benefits of never giving up on a dream.

I open up with some honesty about music, some top tips for releases coming your way, the rock hall of fame and a guest appearance from the prince of darkness himself, Satan. He thought he was on this episode.

 

This Is KK Bollocks.

Old B******s Episode 7

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In this episode we review some recent releases and some suggested by listeners across social media. There is an impromptu movie review and a Dave Grohl story as well.

 

This Is Old Bollocks.

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Episode 118: Ryan Sheperson Cryptic Shift

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In this episode I got to have a chat with booker, drummer and founding member of one of the UKs most pioneering bands Cryptic Shift. We catch up on the events that lead to them signing with Metal Blade Records, how the band has developed over the years and what lies ahead. We also discuss our mutual love of thrash of course!

There is a thorough examination of all the latest news in metal including a sombre story from the world of Death Metal, praise for Tony Harnell, praise for Ronnie Dio, a heads up for incoming Rammstein, best wishes for Di'Anno, finally lifestyle, tax and wellbeing advice for Ozzy.

This Is Still Stands Up Bollocks. 

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