Honest Brutality Podcast

Join Big Sloppy for a sit down with Jamie Mathias of Bullet For My Valentine at the 2018 Aftershock Festival. Jamie discusses the new album, life on the road, audiences in different countries, and more. 

We're back, and we're kicking off the new season with special guest Stephen Brewer of Westfield Massacre. Stephen is One hell of a guitarist, and a super insightful guy. Join us as he walks us through all things Westfield including: the new album "Salvation", his experiences, marketing, musicians supporting each other, movies and much more. WM on Facebook WM on Instagram WM on the Web

This episode we celebrate our show anniversary by having Tom Valenzuela and Josh Julien of Beyond Doubts Shadow join us live in Six Pak Studio. Beyond Doubts Shadow hail from the Northern California region and are one of our favorites. Not just for their dedication to their music, but the hard work they put into the local scene. BDS graced our stage at the Redwood Metalfest this year, and we look forward to working with them again in the near future. Join us as we have some beer and discuss their new album "The Murder Protocol" and much more.

Nonpoint front man Elias Soriano joins the Honest Brutality Podcast to discuss the band's latest album "X". Their tenth full length album in the last twenty years. Along the way we also talk about being a father, the band's longevity, their dedicated fans, the current state and the future of the music industry, and much more. We also feature the single "Chaos And Earthquakes" from the new album for your enjoyment. The new album is available now from Spinefarm Records on all major music platforms. For this, tour and more information go to nonpoint.com. Stay Metal!  

This episode the Honest Brutality crew is joined by vocalist Dan Blackmore and bassist/vocalist Drew Hamley of I Fight Bears. The founding members of IFB cover everything you need to know about the band and more, including how to start fires in a friends living room. Check out the conversation and get ready to have a new favorite band. 

This episode we are joined by Ivan Pavlakovic of Disconnected. Hailing from France, Disconnected bring a fresh approach to metal with huge melodies, harmonies and bone crunching riffs. Ivan fills us in on the Disconnected, the French music scene, and much more.

Behind any successful musician is someone in the shadows making their dreams become a real possibility. For many, that person is Record Label President Shan Dan Horan. Teaming up with Emmy Award winning Producer Alan Sacks (Welcome Back Kotter, Smart House) they bring you an unscripted and inspiring new television show "Musician Rescue".   Join us as we talk with friend of the show, Shan Dan Horan about this exciting new project, and what could be a life changing opportunity for some lucky artists.  http://www.musicianrescue.org/ http://smarturl.it/ziazvf

This episode we talk with Jake from Them Evils. The guys from Them Evils are no strangers to Honest Brutality, and we love being able to chat with Jake about the new EP  "Rollin' Stoned and Livin' Free". You need your rock loud, fun and no frills? This is the band for you.   

This episode we talk with Caesar of ZERO THEOREM. In a world awash with bands that sound alike ZERO THEOREM has taken strides to harness their influences and create an original sound that stands out. Their EP "ATARAXIS" is available now, and we recommend you go get it! 

This episode we are joined by Maddox Messer of the Dallas, Texas based band MESSER. Their self-titled debut album "MESSER" is making waves on active radio, and should be in any self respecting rockers library. Join us as we touch bases with Maddox, and get to know MESSER a little better.  

This episode we talk with Kirk Gidley of Canada's very own thrash masters Infrared. A band that established a strong foothold in the 80's thrash scene, and then took a hiatus...a very long hiatus (27 years to be exact). Some things are worth waiting for, and this is no exception. Infrared came back on the scene in 2016 to revisit and remaster some early material, in the process the original spark was reignited. "Saviours",  the latest offering of original material from Infrared is on the shelves now, and damn is it good! Join us as Kirk fills us in on the band's history, reunion, the Canadian music scene, and much more.  

This episode we are joined by Sean Tibbetts. One of the leading bass players in the metal world and well known for his work in the iconic band Kamelot. Sean joins us to discuss his newest project SAULT, Featuring members of Kamelot, King Diamond, One Eyed Doll and Arcanium, His time with Kamelot, his life outside the music world, and more.    

A special Bands Against Bullying episode with an update from The Restoring Hope Counseling Center in Neosho, MO. This organization is the recipient of all proceeds from Bands Against Bullying, and they have done some amazing things with the monies raised in the last year. Find out where the money goes, and how it is utilized as we prepare for the second installment this June.We look forward to the continued growth of this community and this event around the world. Join us in our effort to save lives with music. http://bit.ly/bandsagainstbullyingIIdonations http://bit.ly/BAB2EVENT  

This episode we talk with Melbourne, Florida based Dare Defy. A group of hard working, fun loving musicians that are dedicated to reshaping the face of modern metal with their unique style. get to know the band and their music with us in a special installment of the show, presented to you in the style of our weekly Rock Rage Radio show "Center Stage". A fun format that includes Dare Defy's latest album mixed in with the conversation.   

This episode we are joined by the Michigan based metal band Assume Nothing. A group of young men who have a diverse sound, energetic live show and great sense of humor. Join us as we discuss the band's formation, influences, challenges, future plans and their well polished album "Once Lost".

This episode we are joined by none other than the outspoken, very funny, and super talented Waylon Reavis. Waylon pulls no punches as we discuss his upbringing, discovering music, raising his own kids, his time with and departure from Mushroomhead, the state of the music industry, his current project A Killer's Confession, and much more. 

This episode we are joined by ShredHammer & CroonHammer of the mighty Songhammer. A distinctly original rock act that has embraced the convention culture surrounding anime/comic events, eSports/cosplay events etc. The guys stormed the studio in full regalia, made us laugh until we cried and even indoctrinated our very own Big Sloppy into their fold by dubbing him "FleshHammer". 

This episode we hang out with the versatile and iconic guitar shredding master Marc Rizzo. Well known in the metal world for his work with Ill Nino, Cavelera Conspiracy, Soulfly, and his prolific instrumental solo albums. We dig into his background, influences, thoughts on the ever changing music industry, his new solo album "ROTATION", and much more. "ROTATION" is available for pre-order HERE, in stores March 30th via Combat Records | EMP Label Group | AMPED in North America, and COMBAT/SPV in Europe.   , in stores  March 30th via Combat Records/EMP LABEL GROUP/AMPED in North America, and COMBAT/SPV in Europe. , in stores  March 30th via Combat Records/EMP LABEL GROUP/AMPED in North America, and COMBAT/SPV in Europe.   , in stores  March 30th via Combat Records/EMP LABEL GROUP/AMPED in North America, and COMBAT/SPV in Europe.

This episode we hang out with Matt Santoro, front man for the very unique rock trio Super Bob. Matt rounds out a band that isn't afraid to take chances and say it like they see it. We loved them so much we decided their track Captain Crunch should be part of our new 2018 intro . Join us as we get to know more about Matt, the inner workings of Super Bob, and much more. 

Join us for a conversation with Fran Strine. A veteran concert photographer turned film maker that directed the award winning documentary "Hired Gun".  http://www.hiredgunthefilm.com/