The Kevin Powell Podcast

Kevin Powell

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Hosted by Kevin Powell, a seasoned voice in the metal and alternative scene, this podcast brings you closer to the bands shaping the future of music. From rising stars to legendary acts, Kevin's interviews introduce listeners to new sounds, stories, and their next favorite band. Perfect for fans eager to discover fresh music and connect with the artists behind it!

Jun 18

Make Them Suffer | Sean Harmanis on Their Most Ambitious Album Yet

Sean Harmanis of Make Them Suffer joins The Kevin Powell Podcast backstage at Welcome to Rockville 2025. During our conversation, Sean discusses the band’s upcoming album, heading into the studio after Rockville and Sonic Temple, songwriting and recording processes, working with producers, festival performances, touring in the United States versus Australia, and advice for new bands trying to break into the music industry. Sean also shares why this upcoming record could be the most prepared and collaborative Make Them Suffer album yet. Subscribe for more interviews with the biggest names in rock, metal, hardcore, and alternative music. #MakeThemSuffer #SeanHarmanis #WelcomeToRockville #Metalcore

13 min
Jun 1

Bloodywood | Jayant Bhadula on Touring, VIP Culture & Winning Over American Metal Fans

Kevin Powell sits down with Jayant Bhadula of Bloodywood at Welcome To Rockville to talk about the band’s rise in the United States, their unique blend of Indian folk music and heavy metal, and the overwhelming support they’ve received from American fans. Jayant shares stories from Bloodywood’s first U.S. festival appearance, explains how VIP experiences help bands survive the rising costs of touring, and gives advice to newer bands trying to break into the scene today. The conversation also dives into live performances, fan energy, merch support, and what makes the metal community feel different from any other genre. If you’re a fan of heavy music, festival culture, or discovering new bands, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews! 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz 🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL 🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell 🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

13 min
May 13

SIMPLE PLAN | Jeff Stinco on New Music, Touring & Pop Punk Evolution

Kevin Powell sits down with Jeff Stinco of Simple Plan backstage at Welcome to Rockville 2026 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Jeff talks about how the music industry has changed over the last 25+ years, the pressure of social media, staying creative as a guitarist, practicing constantly, fan interactions, touring life, and the band’s upcoming new music. He also discusses songwriting disagreements within the band, collecting guitars, and how songs like “Welcome to My Life” impacted fans around the world. Simple Plan also shares advice for younger bands trying to build a career in today’s music industry. Thumbnail photo by @danvirchow Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews! 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz 🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL 🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell 🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

16 min
Apr 29

Brendon Small | Building Dethklok, Metalocalypse Origins & Guitar Mastery

On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I’m joined by Brendon Small of Metalocalypse and Dethklok. We dive into the origins of Metalocalypse, how Dethklok evolved from a fictional band into a real touring act, the process of pitching the show to Adult Swim, guitar practice tips, songwriting, touring stories, and what may still be ahead for Dethklok. Brendon also talks about his early guitar influences, Berklee College of Music, learning from players like Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, and the surreal experience of building one of the biggest fictional bands in metal history. If you’re into metal, guitar playing, comedy, animation, or the behind-the-scenes side of creativity, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews! 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz 🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL 🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell 🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

36 min
Apr 9

Life Cycles | No One Escapes Death EP, Touring & Band Evolution

Drummer Xavier Rios joins The Kevin Powell Podcast to talk about the band’s new EP No One Escapes Death, how their sound is evolving, and what fans can expect on their biggest tour yet with Bleed From Within. We dive into the writing process behind the EP, adding more groove and emotion into their sound, and why this release feels like a true step forward instead of just trying to top the last one. Xavier also breaks down his drumming approach, influences, and the mindset shift that helped shape this record. Plus: tour life stories, wild show moments, and advice for bands trying to break out. If you’re into heavy riffs, hardcore energy, and bands pushing their sound forward, this one’s for you. Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews! 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz 🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL 🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell 🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

29 min
Mar 30

ANA | “Hate Me” Music Video, Touring & Band Origins

On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I’m joined by Australia’s rising band ANA to talk about their latest single “Hate Me" and the music video everyone’s talking about. Yes… the snake is real. Ana shares what it was like filming with a live snake, while Josh breaks down the vision behind the video and how it all came together. We also get into their upcoming album Motivated By Death, their influences, touring stories, and how the band is carving out its own identity. Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews! 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz 🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL 🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell 🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

31 min
Mar 6

OV SULFUR | Ricky Hoover Talks Endless, Suffokate, and That Historic Memorial Show

Ricky Hoover of Ov Sulfur joins The Kevin Powell Podcast for an in-depth conversation about the band’s new album Endless, preparing for a massive U.S. tour with Orbit Culture, and revisiting the emotional 2014 Suicide Silence memorial show. Ricky opens up about: • The writing and lyrical evolution behind Endless • Stepping outside his comfort zone vocally • Touring for nearly two months straight • His time in Suffokate and why he stepped away from music • What brought him back with Ov Sulfur • Advice for new bands in today’s scene From Myspace-era deathcore to modern heavy music evolution, this episode covers the full journey. 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you stream. Follow Ov Sulfur for tour dates, merch, and new music. #KevinPowellPodcast #OvSulfur #RickyHoover 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz 🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL 🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell 🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

34 min
Feb 20

VENTANA | Stitch & Daniel on Brotherhood, Hustle & Second Chances

Kevin Powell sits down with Richard “Stitch” Thomas and Daniel Fox of Ventana for a raw, hilarious, and honest conversation about brotherhood, burnout, and why they’re giving the band everything they’ve got in 2026. From their early 2000s beginnings to 2021’s The Nature of Betrayal, Ventana opens up about nearly walking away, rebuilding momentum after COVID, and finishing new music the right way this time. We also dive into: • The accidental rise of Ex-Faces and revisiting their era with Mushroomhead • Touring with friends and why loyalty matters more than ever • The old-school hustle vs. the TikTok generation • Industry burnout, staying motivated in your 40s, and not missing your moment • VIP meet & greets, pizza parties, and keeping things personal with fans If you’re a fan of Cleveland metal, brotherhood on the road, and bands that refuse to quit — this one’s for you. 🎟️ Catch Ventana on tour this March 🌐 Visit: VentanaBand.com 🎙️ Subscribe for more interviews with rock, metal, and alternative artists 🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz

22 min

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Hosted by Kevin Powell, a seasoned voice in the metal and alternative scene, this podcast brings you closer to the bands shaping the future of music. From rising stars to legendary acts, Kevin's interviews introduce listeners to new sounds, stories, and their next favorite band. Perfect for fans eager to discover fresh music and connect with the artists behind it!

Creator

Kevin Powell
Years Active

2022 - 2026
Episodes

127
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© Copyright Kevin Powell
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