Grim Dystopian: Metal for your Filthy Earballs

Grim Dystopian
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Heavy metal to doom, black metal to death metal and everything in between. Grim Dystopian is a weekly exploration of the underground metal scene. Tales of morbidity, comedic banter, interviews with unique guests, entertaining news, and... Metal. A podcast for your filthy earballs!

  1. Urakka and the Great Riff Pile

    NOV 24

    Urakka and the Great Riff Pile

    S12E299: Urakka and the Great Riff Pile Rochester’s “spacey quirk” metal crew Urakka joins us for our 300th milestone episode! Grab your favorite feel‑good beverage, comfort meal, or emotional support item, and settle in to learn all about the band and their blend of progressive, stoner, cosmic, and experimental metal, full of odd-time riffs and adventurous song structures. It is a fun, high-energy conversation with scene veterans who have spent years helping shape Rochester’s heavy music landscape—this is one you do not want to miss! Special Thanks To: Urakka Finny (Vocals) Skromak (Guitars) Professor (Guitars) Pounder (Drums) Tasty Cakes (Bass) Songs: Drain, Flutes of the Void, Spite Club (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:17) Urakka - Drain (00:09:59) Conversation 1 (00:58:02) Urakka - Flutes of the Void (01:05:51) Conversation 2 (01:56:18) Urakka - Spite Club (02:04:03) Outtakes

    2h 5m
  2. Alone on the Fence w/ Silence the Earthling

    NOV 8

    Alone on the Fence w/ Silence the Earthling

    S11E299: Alone on the Fence w/ Silence the Earthling -------------------------------------------------------------- The Grims are back after nearly a year away, and we're kicking things off with our friends from Silence the Earthling! Join us for a deep dive into everything about the band — their origin story, creative process, prospect band names (think along the lines of swamp tongue), and the personalities behind the music. Stick around for our fan-favorite nonsense segment and an exclusive premiere of a brand-new, unreleased track from their upcoming release! Special Thanks To: Silence the Earthling Todd Krasz Chris Burgio John Paradiso SONGS: Always Wrong, Gaslight, The Yeti, Cold and Content (premier) (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:45) Always Wrong  (00:04:15) Conversation 1 (00:33:52) Gaslight  (00:36:36) Conversation 2 (01:05:10) The Yeti  (01:08:29) Conversation 3 (01:23:07) Cold and Content

    1h 26m
  3. Mental Anguish (The Band & The State of Mind)

    FEB 10

    Mental Anguish (The Band & The State of Mind)

    Mental Anguish (The Band & The State of Mind) Ever wondered where a Grindcore band finds inspiration? The Grims find out when they chat with Mental Anguish from Buffalo! They meet and roast guitarist Carl for the first time, delve into the band's origins, explore the differences between Mental Anguish and Anthropic, uncover their writing process, and discuss their latest EP and potential future recordings. And, of course, no episode is complete without a completely absurd game of 'Would You Rather'! Special Thanks To: Mental Anguish, SONGS: Construct of Fear, Beyond Restraint. How the Mighty Fall Chris (vox) Jim (drums) Russ (bass) Carl (guitar) (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:58) CONSTRUCT OF FEAR (00:03:59) Conversation 1 (00:57:49) BEYOND RESTRAINT (00:59:22) Conversation 2 (01:44:09) HOW THE MIGHTY FALL

    1h 46m
  4. RatKind

    12/28/2024

    RatKind

    S10E297: RatKind *Available on your favorite streaming service - except Spotify* The Grims are excited to welcome Scotty, Barry, and Gary for an engaging conversation about their latest project, RatKind. In this episode, they delve into the inspiration behind their unique name, share insights into their writing and recording process, cover gear chat, and discuss upcoming plans and shows. Expect a lively mix of entertaining anecdotes and fantastic music throughout the discussion! (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:23) RatKind - Raven's Teeth (00:05:26) Conversation 1 (00:29:08) RatKind - Code of Corpses (00:32:11) Conversation 2 (00:52:58) RatKind - Lobos de Plata (00:58:25) Conversation 3 (01:20:52) RatKind - Unearthly Precipice Special Thanks To: Brian Mason - Guitar Jason Leone - Bass Erik Burke - Drums

    1h 26m
  5. Ryan (Crahda) & Adam (Sully)

    12/22/2024

    Ryan (Crahda) & Adam (Sully)

    S10E296: Ryan (Crahda) & Adam (Sully) *Available on your favorite streaming service - except Spotify* This week, the Grims welcome Rochester vocalists Ryan Pote from the thrash/hardcore crossover band Crahda and Adam Frappolli of Sully (ex-Psyopus). Join us as we dive deep into the world of Crahda, exploring their unique sound and influences, and catch up on the latest happenings with Sully. Our conversation spans a variety of topics, including wrestling, personal hobbies, and much more (including 'samores'). Tune in for an engaging discussion filled with music, laughter, and local culture, and come hang at the Bug Jar Friday, 12/27 for Crahda's first show, alongside Hallucination Realized, Anthropic, Gutted Alive, and Sully. $12 gets you in (under 21 advanced ticket required), bands at 8:30 pm. Special Thanks To: Ryan Pote, and Adam Frappolli (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:51) Sully - Circle The Drain (00:04:19) Crahda - Cosmic Abyss (00:08:13) Conversation 1 (00:42:32) Crahda - Purge The Earth (00:45:44) Conversation 2 (01:03:11) Crahda - The Condemned (01:06:50) Conversation 3 (01:41:04) Crahda - Die Young (01:45:35) Outakes

    1h 47m

  6. 12/16/2024

    We're all Wet Specimens

    S10E295: We're all Wet Specimens *Available on your favorite streaming service* In this week's episode, the Grims  kick things off by discussing a new Texas law that aims to limit the sale of sex toys in pharmacies, igniting a debate on personal freedom and regulation. The conversation takes an unexpected turn as they explore a fascinating study where scientists teach capuchin monkeys to use currency, leading to some surprising behaviors, including prostitution. The show then shifts gears to highlight a significant medical advancement: the development of a bionic eye designed to restore vision for those suffering from retinal diseases. The discussion quickly pivots to the challenges within the U.S. healthcare system, including alarming reports of a woman running a dentist practice out of her kitchen. Finally, they venture into the realm of virtual reality, showcasing groundbreaking technology that allows users to experience taste sensations in a digital environment. Wouldn't be a show without heavy metal for your filthy earballs!   (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:57) Crucial Velocity (00:06:12) Hope Is a Lie (00:14:03) Conversation 1 (00:21:57) An Axis Of Perdition (00:28:27) Klaïton (00:32:37) Othismos (00:36:31) Conversation 2 (00:43:52) Bewilder (00:47:27) Conversation 3 (00:58:13) Monte Penumbra (01:02:56) Ithilra (01:08:08) Conversation 4 (01:16:31) KILDONAN (01:22:35) Gaffed   Labels: Golden Robot Distro, Inverse Records, Apocalyptic Witchcraft Recordings, NoEvDia, Empty Pit Recordings, Caligari Records, CDN Records

    1h 26m

  7. 12/09/2024

    What is Real Life?

    S10E294: What is Real Life? *Available on your favorite streaming service* The Grims kick off the show with news about a groundbreaking new product: the Pit Diaper—something Ken has eagerly anticipated! They delve into a story about a man who had to escape from a moving rollercoaster after his safety bar malfunctioned. The discussion then shifts to an light-hearted debate on whether religious music must contain lyrics. Next, they explore the fascinating 17 Hz tone experiment and address the serious impact of lead exposure on approximately 151 million people in the U.S. Wouldn't be a show without heavy metal for your filthy earballs! (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:57) Rot Fester (00:04:46) Grinning God (00:09:55) Conversation 1 (00:18:29) Fugit (00:23:11) Tyran (00:27:56) Conversation 2 (00:39:38) Sacred Curse (00:45:40) Conversation 3 (00:55:46) Apocalyptic Leaders (01:01:32) Mutagenic Host (01:06:43) Heathen Deity (01:12:50) Conversation 4 (01:20:44) Thanatos (01:24:33) Tigguo Cobauc (01:30:14) Megaton Communion Labels: Plague Demon Records, Gurgling Gore, Dry Cough Records, Momento Mori, Agonia Records, Exitus Stratagem Records, Black Doomba Records

    1h 34m

  8. 12/02/2024

    I Smell Like an Onion

    S10E293: I Smell Like an Onion *Available on your favorite streaming service* The Grims discover what astronauts stuck orbiting Earth feasted on for Thanksgiving, get the latest developments in the ongoing mystery of D.B. Cooper, including new evidence that could finally reveal his identity, discuss a remarkable story from Florida, where a child was reportedly born with the aid of saran wrap, delve into nine unique traits that fuel our fascination with true crime stories, and share heavy metal for your filthy earballs! (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:57) Wolfenstein (00:03:54) Scumbag (00:07:37) Conversation 1 (00:16:08) Bedsore (00:22:22) Mezmerizer (00:25:45) Conversation 2 (00:32:35) Face First (00:35:15) Conversation 3 (00:43:07) Ancestral Blood (00:48:37) Grave Next Door (00:52:34) Conversation 4 (01:02:55) Burial (01:06:19) Hrad (01:12:06) Cult Of Alcaeus Labels: 20 Buck Spin, Downfall Records, ASRAR Records, Sevared Records, Witchcraft Recordings, WereGnome, Percussive Spectre and Acid

    1h 19m
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Heavy metal to doom, black metal to death metal and everything in between. Grim Dystopian is a weekly exploration of the underground metal scene. Tales of morbidity, comedic banter, interviews with unique guests, entertaining news, and... Metal. A podcast for your filthy earballs!

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