Bleeding Metal Podcast

Kiki and Pia
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. "Female Fronted" bands w/ DARKK | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.3

    JAN 21

    "Female Fronted" bands w/ DARKK | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.3

    Malik Aziz returns to the podcast with Kim, the singer of his new band DARKK, to talk about their journey as a band and chat with Kiki and Martha about how the scene treats #WomenInMetal. The conversation delves deeply into the challenges women face in the metal scene, such as dealing with inappropriate fan behavior. We discuss potential strategies for creating safer environments at shows and the importance of awareness. 02:35 The Origin Story of DARKK 08:32 Kim's Journey into Screaming 10:57 Band Dynamics and Safe Spaces 24:18 Challenges of Being a Female Vocalist 36:31 Creepy Audiences and Uncomfortable Experiences 39:31 Band Dynamics and Safety Concerns 43:16 Creating Safer Spaces in the Metal Scene 50:57 Awareness and Empathy in the Metal Community Recorded on December 11th, 2024. Show notes: Our first podcast episode with Malik Check out DARKK on the internet and their music video 'Home' Malik's former band START A REVOLUTION and their singer's success as a Schlager-singer This episode's recommendations: 'The Echoes of Disparity' and 'Sangre Mala' Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by ⁠@kikigege87 and ⁠@power _pia⁠ with the support of co-hosts ⁠@martha _wingen⁠ 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.

    1h 9m
  2. New Latin American Metal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.2

    JAN 14

    New Latin American Metal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.2

    Dive into a fascinating exploration of Latin America's thriving metal landscape as podcast hosts Suzana and Kiki bridge countries to bring you insider perspectives from Brazil and Ecuador. Discover how Brazilian band Miasthenia masterfully weaves traditional sounds with black metal, creating a unique sonic tapestry in their album "Spiritus Rupestris." The episode reveals how Brazil's passionate fanbase and social media engagement are becoming secret weapons for international bands looking to boost their streaming numbers, while Ecuador's growing scene attracts major acts like Napalm Death and In Flames. The hosts also candidly discuss the challenges of touring Latin America, from vast distances between venues to infrastructure limitations, painting a realistic picture of the region's evolving metal landscape. Ready to explore the unexpected ways traditional Latin American rhythms are transforming modern metal? Listen to this episode for an eye-opening journey through South America's dynamic metal scene. Shownotes Papangu - Progressive hard rock Miasthenia- Brazilian pagan black metal Ecuador Metal Fest Minipony Twin Tribes Hatefumurder - Angelica Burns Corja - Haru Cage Seitan - Mari Lopes Recorded on January 9th, 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.

    47 min
  3. Dealing with pressure with PALEFACE SWISS | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.27

    JAN 7

    Dealing with pressure with PALEFACE SWISS | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.27

    Step into the world of Swiss deathcore as Yannick Lehmann, guitarist of PALEFACE SWISS, opens up about their upcoming album "Cursed". Beyond the heavy riffs and intense performances, this episode reveals the human side of metal musicians tackling mental health challenges in the spotlight. Discover how the band balances their growing success while maintaining authenticity, incorporating unexpected elements like rap into their new material. While often compared to Slipknot, Paleface Swiss carves their own path, drawing from diverse musical influences to create their unique sound. The conversation takes a powerful turn as band members discuss the importance of therapy, emotional vulnerability, and maintaining boundaries with fans. They share how creating heavy music serves as both artistic expression and emotional release, while navigating the challenges of online criticism and industry pressures. Recorded on December 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.

    24 min
  4. Reflecting 2024 | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.27

    12/31/2024

    Reflecting 2024 | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.27

    From leaving a beloved band to embracing new musical identities, this heartfelt episode dives deep into the transformative musical journeys of 2024. Martha's emotional decision to leave Hoorizis and birth her new project Neurotidal takes center stage, highlighting the delicate balance between artistic authenticity and personal growth. The hosts share their evolving music tastes, from discovering emerging bands like Yours Truly and Gore to celebrating standout releases from Fantoma and "The Black" by Imminence. Notable moments include unforgettable encounters with Blind Channel and Marty Friedman, reminding listeners that even legends are wonderfully human. Join us for this intimate look back at a year filled with musical discoveries, personal growth, and the courage to embrace change in the metal scene. 00:08:09 - Highlights of the First Half of the Year: I Prevail and Defocus 00:17:47 - Appreciation for Kind Musicians 00:25:47 - Reflections on Personal Boundaries and Persona 00:48:47 - Discussing Politics, Feminism, and Gaming Passions Recorded on December 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 Pia.

    1h 6m
  5. USA political commentary with VK Lynne | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.26

    12/17/2024

    USA political commentary with VK Lynne | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.26

    In this episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, co-host Kiki welcomes US-American singer-songwriter V.K. Lynne as a returning guest. The discussion delves into the intersections of art and politics, V.K.'s career developments, and the challenges faced by women and marginalized communities in the upcoming US-administration. Through the lens of her experiences and reflections, V.K. passionately argues for the importance of free expression and activism. The conversation wraps up with actionable advice for staying vigilant and fighting for change in a tumultuous socio-political landscape. 01:09 Reconnecting with V. K. Lynne 02:52 Touring and New Projects 09:24 Health and Politics 13:28 The American Dream and Capitalism 20:53 Misogyny and Women's Rights 28:08 Facing Harassment with Confidence 31:00 The Power of Dialogue and Activism 40:40 The Stark Reality of Current US Politics Recorded on December 5th, 2024. Show notes: V.K. Lynne's first appearance with us Amanda Palmer's post-election post on instagram V.K.'s book A Pook Is Born Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by ⁠@kikigege87 and ⁠@power _pia⁠ with the support of co-hosts ⁠@martha _wingen⁠ 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.

    51 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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