Heavy Metal Philosophy

Jon Barbas
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An exploration of philosophy with heavy metal themes. The intersection between the dark, powerful, and introspective. Tune in every Tuesday!

  1. #258: The Cheesiest and Most Cringe Bands In Every Metal Sub Genre!

    1D AGO

    #258: The Cheesiest and Most Cringe Bands In Every Metal Sub Genre!

    In episode 257 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas compares the things that make each sub-genre of metal cheesy and cringe. All of us have a genre of metal we look at as silly, but do we overlook the excesses of our own favorite styles? I'm even going to criticize my beloved death-metal! Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  Substack Articles https://substack.com/@jonbarbas #metal #cringe

    12 min
  2. #257: Is Cancel Culture Broken? The Rock Star vs Epstein Paradox

    FEB 10

    #257: Is Cancel Culture Broken? The Rock Star vs Epstein Paradox

    In episode 257 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas compares the public's response to  misconduct from rock stars versus people in the Epstein files. Both cases seem to be above the law thanks to their fame and wealth, but people like Marilyn Manson and Till Linderman face much different public controversy and cancel culture than Bill Gates and Elon Musk. Why? Let's discuss it. Tell me what you think! Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  Substack Articles https://substack.com/@jonbarbas #epsteinfiles #metal #cancelculiure

    15 min
  3. #256: The Five Best New Metal Albums of January 2026!

    FEB 3

    #256: The Five Best New Metal Albums of January 2026!

    In episode 256 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is breaking down the best new metal albums that released in January 2026! From Black Metal, Progressive Death Metal, Post Metal, Metalcore, Technical Death Metal, and everything in between! If you want some new metal to listen to, check out this month's lineup!  Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Bands; The Ruins of Beverast - https://theruinsofbeverast.bandcamp.com/album/tempelschlaf Denominate - https://dusktone.bandcamp.com/album/restoration  Møl - https://moeldk.bandcamp.com/album/dreamcrush  Urne - https://music.apple.com/us/album/setting-fire-to-the-sky/1836416932 Eximperitus - https://eximperitus.bandcamp.com/album/meritoriousness-of-equanimity  Eximperitus AKA - Eximperituserqethhzebibšiptugakkathšulweliarzaxułum Hér - https://hersom.bandcamp.com/album/monochrome  Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  Substack Articles https://substack.com/@jonbarbas #metal  #newmetal

    13 min
  4. #255: Megadeth's Final Album Is A Harbinger of The Decline of Heavy Metal

    JAN 27

    #255: Megadeth's Final Album Is A Harbinger of The Decline of Heavy Metal

    In episode 255 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas explains how Megadeth's retirement is a sign of the decline of heavy metal. Who is next to retire? Judas Priest? Iron Maiden? Metallica? Who will take up the mantle and carry the torch for the next generation of heavy metal bands? What happens to a sub-genre when all of it's standard bearers leave a vacuum? Let me know what you think in the comments! Dave Mustaine Book: https://amzn.to/49IQ5Jr Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  Substack Articles https://substack.com/@jonbarbas #heavymetal #megadeth #metal

    13 min
  5. #254: The Real Reason Bandcamp BANNED AI Music But Spotify Doesn't

    JAN 20

    #254: The Real Reason Bandcamp BANNED AI Music But Spotify Doesn't

    In episode 254 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas breaks down the AI music policies of Bandcamp versus Spotify. We then analyze how payment incentives shape each company's stance on generative AI Music. These factors help explain why each company has different rules concerning AI music. Are you happy or angry that Bandcamp banned AI Music? Let me know in the comments. Stephen Brewer 'Beyond Desire' https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/stephenbrewer/beyond-desire-feat-jesse-leach?ref=release https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVXhEfFKmtQ  Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Sources: https://blog.bandcamp.com/2026/01/13/keeping-bandcamp-human/ https://stereogum.com/2485199/bandcamp-bans-ai-music/news https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/14/bandcamp-takes-a-stand-against-ai-music-banning-it-from-the-platform/ https://newsroom.spotify.com/2025-09-25/spotify-strengthens-ai-protections/ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-industry-news/bandcamp-bans-ai-music-on-platform-1236473722/ Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  Substack Articles https://substack.com/@jonbarbas #ai #bandcamp #spotify

    20 min
  6. #253: The Core Kids Are Starting To Agree With Me!?

    JAN 13

    #253: The Core Kids Are Starting To Agree With Me!?

    In episode 253 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas reacts to "10 Modern Metal Trends That Need To Stop In 2026" by MetalBIRB. We made a lot of these same criticisms about modern metal and metalcore a little over year ago. It looks like the core kids are starting to agree with me. Let me know what you think! MetalBIRB's video; https://youtu.be/7cmEcXP8XSg?si=6z0hQQ1xFByy7CN1 Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  Substack Articles https://substack.com/@jonbarbas #modernmetal #metal #metalcore

    17 min
  7. #252: The Five Best Oddball Albums of 2025!

    JAN 6

    #252: The Five Best Oddball Albums of 2025!

    In episode 252 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite metal albums that don't fit the normal criteria. This is the episode where we go outside the normal parameters. You know we like it weird here! My favorite oddball metal albums of 2025! Get a Sandbar for your calloused hands! https://amzn.to/3L9irD7 Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Bands; Messa - https://messa.bandcamp.com/album/the-spin Psychonaut - https://psychonautband.bandcamp.com/album/world-maker Castle Rat - https://castlerat.bandcamp.com/album/the-bestiary Kardashev - https://kardashev.bandcamp.com/album/alunea The Devil's Trade - https://thedevilstrade.bandcamp.com/album/nincs-szennyezetlen-sz-p Calva Louise - https://calvalouise.bandcamp.com/album/edge-of-the-abyss-album Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  #metal #weird #AOTY

    11 min
  8. #251: The Five Best Progressive Metal Albums of 2025!

    12/30/2025

    #251: The Five Best Progressive Metal Albums of 2025!

    In episode 251 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite extreme progressive metal albums of 2025. This is an extreme metal show, and thus my progressive picks are also extreme... and beautiful. Let me know what you think! Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch! https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/ Bands; Impureza - https://impureza.bandcamp.com/album/alc-zares Dawn of Ouroboros - https://dawnofouroboros.bandcamp.com/album/bioluminescence An Abstract Illusion - https://anabstractillusion.bandcamp.com/album/the-sleeping-city Rivers of Nihil - https://riversofnihil.bandcamp.com/album/rivers-of-nihil Igorrr - https://igorrr.bandcamp.com/album/amen Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact; https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophy https://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophy JonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.com https://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyen https://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyen https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/ https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophy https://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social  #metal #progressivemetal #AOTY

    14 min
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An exploration of philosophy with heavy metal themes. The intersection between the dark, powerful, and introspective. Tune in every Tuesday!

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  • Creator
    Jon Barbas
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    262
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Jon Barbas
  • Show Website
    Heavy Metal Philosophy

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