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Bleeding Metal Podcast

The Bleeding Metal Podcast focuses on Mental Health, Intersectional Feminism, LGBTQIA+ Rights, and more - from the lens of #WomenInMetal Kiki, Pia, Martha, and Suzana.

  1. The Future of Nightwish: Hiatus or Farewell? with Simon McMurdo | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.22

    3 DAYS AGO

    The Future of Nightwish: Hiatus or Farewell? with Simon McMurdo | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.22

    In this episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, Pia, Suzana, and our guest Simon McMurdo delve into the recent announcement by symphonic metal giants Nightwish about their touring hiatus. With the band’s latest album, Yesterwynde, marking the conclusion of a thematic trilogy, the three speculate on whether this pause might signal the end of Nightwish’s journey or simply a significant transitional phase. They explore the challenges faced by vocalist Floor Jansen during this album cycle, empathizing with her apparent longing to perform live and discussing how her expanding solo career may be influencing fans’ anxieties about the band’s future direction. They share contrasting views on Yesterwynde, with Pia praising it as Floor’s most compelling work with Nightwish, while Simon feels it lacks the innovation of the band’s earlier releases. They agree on the album’s cohesive quality, noting its lyrical themes of human achievement, timelessness, and reflections on loss. The discussion also touches on the possibility of former members returning, the band’s evolving lineup, and the potential for a grand celebration in 2026 to mark Nightwish’s 30th anniversary. Throughout, the conversation reflects the bittersweet emotions surrounding the band’s current hiatus and the uncertainties that lie ahead for Nightwish and their fanbase. Recorded on October 17th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@power_pia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is now co-hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@suzanavalenca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martha_wingen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode edited by Pia.

    45 min
  2. Recent gigs: WITHIN TEMPTATION, BEARTOOTH, RELOAD, EUROBLAST & POLARIS interview | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.21

    5 NOV

    Recent gigs: WITHIN TEMPTATION, BEARTOOTH, RELOAD, EUROBLAST & POLARIS interview | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.21

    In this episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, hosts Martha and Kiki discuss their recent concert experiences and favorite bands. We cover highlights from the Reload Festival, Euroblast, as well as the concerts of WITHIN TEMPTATION and BEARTOOTH. The episode also features an interview with Jamie and Dan from POLARIS, who talk about their tour experiences, songwriting process, and even their personal feminist values. 00:57 Summer Festival Memories 01:49 Reload Festival Highlights 03:38 Euroblast Festival Experience 13:34 Within Temptation Concert Review 18:46 Polaris Interview 22:16 German Crowds and Concert Experiences 24:07 Band Dynamics and Songwriting 27:55 Personal and Emotional Connections 33:12 Tour Highlights and Upcoming Shows 39:06 Upcoming Concerts and Festivals Recorded on October 11th (interview) and 23rd, 2024. Show notes: Check out Reload Festival's 2025 lineup Euroblast's website Watch the video for our interview with POLARIS Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by ⁠@kikigege87 and ⁠@power_pia⁠ with the support of co-hosts ⁠@martha_horizis⁠ and ⁠@suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our ⁠linktree. Intro music by ⁠Savvier Nelson⁠ with vocals from ⁠PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric⁠.

    42 min
  3. Political statements on stage with DEFOCUS | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.20

    22 OCT

    Political statements on stage with DEFOCUS | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.20

    In this enriching episode of the Bleeding Metal podcast, co-hosts Kiki and Suzana engage in a deep conversation with Simon from the modern metalcore band DEFOCUS. The discussion navigates the intricate interplay between politics and music, emphasizing the role of art in spreading human rights messages and fostering political awareness. Simon shares his personal journey towards political consciousness and his views on current sociopolitical issues. Additionally, they explore the dangerous polarization of topics such as LGBTQ+ rights, advocating for open dialogue and understanding to combat extremism. 01:30 Meet Simon and DEFOCUS 05:17 The Importance of Political Awareness 07:25 Simon’s Personal Relationship with Politics 10:52 Global Conflicts and Media Coverage 16:37 The Role of Privilege in Advocacy 18:10 The Power of Platforms 20:03 Personal Causes 27:17 The Role of Music in Politics 33:32 Advice for Bands 35:29 Defocus Tour and New Music Recorded on October 9th, 2024. Show notes: Check out DEFOCUS' website Get tickets to the Hell Is A Place On Earth tour Watch the video for crooked mind by DEFOCUS Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by ⁠@kikigege87 and ⁠@power_pia⁠ with the support of co-hosts ⁠@martha_horizis⁠ and ⁠@suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our ⁠linktree. Intro music by ⁠Savvier Nelson⁠ with vocals from ⁠PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric⁠.

    37 min
  4. Consuming music in a digital world | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.19

    15 OCT

    Consuming music in a digital world | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.19

    This episode explores the challenges artists face in earning a fair income in the streaming era. Kiki. Pia and Suzana discuss their experiences with various music platforms like Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Music, weighing factors like convenience, cost, and artist compensation. Alternative ways to support artists are explored, such as buying digital albums, donating directly, and using platforms like Patreon. The conversation also touches on the decline of physical music formats and record store culture, with the speakers reminiscing about their experiences buying CDs and hanging out at record stores in their youth. The rise of digital music and piracy is cited as a factor in this cultural shift. Suzana shares her experience discovering heavier music genres as a student, frequenting a local record store and finding creative ways to access and share music when buying individual CDs was not feasible. This highlights the struggles bands face in earning a living solely from their music. The broader issue of compensating artists, athletes, and content creators is discussed, questioning where the line should be drawn in providing financial support for those who contribute to entertainment and culture but may not earn a living from their passion alone. The concept of a basic income is proposed as a potential solution. Overall, the episode delves into the complex dynamics of valuing art, creativity, and the contributions of artists and athletes in society, while acknowledging the systemic challenges and the need to re-examine how different types of labor and contributions are measured and compensated. 00:03:14 - Paying Artists More, Donating, and the Challenges of Switching Music Platforms 00:09:24 - Transitioning from Physical to Digital Music Storage 00:17:20 - Nostalgia for the Local Music Scene 00:26:49 - The Value of Art and Digital Content Creation 00:43:29 - Supporting Small Bands Beyond Streaming 00:52:35 - Supporting Artists Through Social Media Engagement Recorded on October 10th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@power_pia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is now co-hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@suzanavalenca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martha_wingen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode edited by Pia.

    53 min
  5. Doing everything yourself with VANESSA FUNKE | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.18

    8 OCT

    Doing everything yourself with VANESSA FUNKE | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.18

    In this episode of the Bleeding Metal podcast, Vanessa Funke, a one-woman DIY metal artist, discusses her self-taught approach to music. She records all instruments and vocals in her bedroom, inspired by Finnish bands. Her music is atmospheric, melancholic, and melody-driven, showcasing her impressive vocal range. Vanessa describes her flexible songwriting process, starting with guitar melodies and rhythms before adding lyrics, and highlights the creative freedom of working independently. As an underground artist, Vanessa is touched when her music resonates with listeners, offering advice to aspiring musicians on the accessibility of home recording and distribution platforms. Despite the challenges of working alone, Vanessa values the solitude in her creative process, which helps her fully express her emotions. 00:09:24 - The Advantages of Solo Songwriting 00:18:16 - Connecting with Listeners Through Music 00:23:19 - Music Distribution and Cassette Comeback 00:30:12 - The Joys and Challenges of Solo Music Creation 00:35:17 - The Emotional Connection of Creating Music Alone Recorded on September 26th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@power_pia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is now co-hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@suzanavalenca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martha_wingen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode edited by Pia.

    36 min
  6. #WomenInMetal Bands: From Formation to Stage w/ Invoke, embercoal, Horizis & Neurotidal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.17

    1 OCT

    #WomenInMetal Bands: From Formation to Stage w/ Invoke, embercoal, Horizis & Neurotidal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.17

    In this special episode of the Bleeding Metal podcast, Pia introduces an engaging discussion led by Kiki with co-host Martha and returning guest Jenny (Joko). Together, we delve into our journeys of finding and forming bands. Kiki shares her experience starting embercoal from scratch, while Joko talks about her new adventure with Invoke. Martha discusses her dual role in Horizis and NeuroTidal, highlighting both the struggles and triumphs of being part of the metal scene. They also touch upon utilizing professional skills within their bands, handling social media, and their upcoming music releases. 03:06 Joko's Journey with Invoke 03:56 Martha's Musical Career 08:19 Kiki's Band Formation Story 22:05 Band Member Roles and Responsibilities 29:12 Social Media and Marketing Strategies 33:39 Upcoming Releases and Final Thoughts Episode recorded on September 26th, 2024. Show notes: Our first episode with Joko about the struggles of finding a band as a woman in Metal Our first episode with Martha as a guest discussing intersectional Feminism Find Invoke online Check out Horizis' website And Neurotidal's website All of embercoal's links Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by ⁠@kikigege87 and ⁠@power_pia⁠ with the support of new co-hosts ⁠@martha_horizis⁠ and ⁠@suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our ⁠linktree. Intro music by ⁠Savvier Nelson⁠ with vocals from ⁠PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric⁠.

    39 min
  7. Women In Games with Charly Harbord | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.16

    24 SEPT

    Women In Games with Charly Harbord | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.16

    Kiki interviews Charlie, a woman with over 20 years in the gaming industry, about the overlap between gaming and heavy metal communities and the underrepresentation of women in these spaces. Charlie shares her background transitioning from music journalism to roles in gaming localization, art, academia, and business development. Her passion for music fueled her diverse career path. They discuss the importance of women supporting each other rather than competing, and Charlie's experiences as a young, "cheeky" music journalist trying to access bands she loved. Charlie's research now focuses on using games to preserve cultural heritage, languages, and traditions in an engaging way. They emphasize the importance of preserving endangered languages and cultures. 00:07:13 - Preserving Cultural Heritage Through Game Design 00:12:04 - Losing Indigenous Languages: A Personal Perspective 00:25:55 - Overcoming Toxicity in Gaming Communities 00:30:13 - Overcoming Sexism in Gaming Through Empathy and Inclusivity 00:38:34 - The Diversity and Agility of the Indie Game Space 00:44:33 - Breaking Down Barriers in the Game Industry Recorded on September 19th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@power_pia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is now co-hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@suzanavalenca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martha_wingen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode edited by Kiki & Pia.

    45 min
  8. The Linkin Park Resurgence: It's a girl! | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.15

    17 SEPT

    The Linkin Park Resurgence: It's a girl! | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.15

    Pia and Suzana discuss the highly anticipated Linkin Park reunion with new vocalist Emily Armstrong and drummer Colin Britton. While Chester Bennington can never be replaced, the hosts express cautious optimism about the band's new artistic direction. Suzana shares her positive impression of the new single "The Emptiness Machine" and Emily's strong stage presence. Overall, the hosts seem hopeful about Linkin Park's future while respecting Chester Bennington's legacy as the former frontman. 00:08:01 - Touring Brazil: Challenges and Opportunities for Bands 00:10:54 - Linkin Park's Thoughtful Transition with New Female Vocalist 00:17:15 - Nervous Start, Confident Presence 00:22:28 - Exploring the Ambiguity Around a Celebrity's Scientology Ties 00:31:03 - Dealing with Unfair Criticism as a Woman in the Spotlight 00:37:24 - Embracing Change in Linkin Park's Reunion Recorded on September 10th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kikigege87⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@power_pia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is now co-hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@suzanavalenca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martha_wingen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode edited by Pia.

    37 min
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The Bleeding Metal Podcast focuses on Mental Health, Intersectional Feminism, LGBTQIA+ Rights, and more - from the lens of #WomenInMetal Kiki, Pia, Martha, and Suzana.

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  • Creator
    Kiki and Pia
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    167
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kiki and Pia
  • Show Website
    Bleeding Metal Podcast

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