The Metal Block

Zoomy
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Discussing heavy metal music and concerts across Southern and Midwestern United States.

  1. May 22

    Episode 67 - Hanging out with Dissentience

    Zoomy and Brutal Brando take a trip over the big pond to the land of dragons.  Everything is bigger there, especially the monsters.  Join us tonight as we talk with Connor from Dissentience.  He shares his journey into metal music, the creative process behind their latest EP Kaiju, and insights into their tuning and songwriting approach. Discover how they blend influences from thrash, death metal, and classic rock to create a heavy sound that keeps you engaged till the end… and quite frankly wanting more when it’s over! We talk about the realities of the music industry, crowdfunding success stories, favorite music videos, and dream travel destinations. We hope to see you at the Weirdo Festival😊100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the music video Kaiju from their recent EP release titled Kaiju   Now check them out online: Official Webpage - https://www.dissentience.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dissentienceband/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dissentience/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@dissentience Bandcamp - https://dissentience.bandcamp.com/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2XzjaIrjSJWK7nNaMPoCae   Check out Dissentience live!!! ·       June 5th – Juan Bar in Queens, NY ·       June 6th – Inkwell in Allentown, PA

    2h 5m

  2. May 8

    Episode 66 - Hanging out with Wound Stench

    Rise and Grind Metalheads!!! No time for coffee but grab the Tylenol in case you get a headache!  Brutal Brando and Zoomy are so honored to hang out with the band Wound Stench.  In this episode we discuss their origins, musical influences, and the grindcore scene.  They share insights into their creative processes and explain what’s new with the band.  We get to hear about their musical influences, gear setups, tour experiences, and the messages behind the music.  How do you feel about conspiracy theories?  What about haunted drums?  Don’t be scared… 100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the song “Victim of Vanity”   Check these guys out online! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_Eik_UfSbM Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wound_stench/ Threads - https://www.threads.com/@bobbyjackgrind/post/DXKJ_tFlNPh/video-wound-stench-gulfcoastgrindcore-blastbeats-grindcore Bandcamp - https://romannumeralrecords.bandcamp.com/album/manufactured-dreams Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5SErnTAifWn26fYTjwgltp     Don’t miss these tour dates!!!   May 28th-31st; Pacific Northwest and Canada   July 25th; Corpus Cristi   October 8th – 11th w/ the Posers; Houston, Austin, El Paso and San Antonio

    2h 21m

  3. Apr 14

    Episode 65 - Hanging out with Izeovasis

    In tonight’s episode, we are hanging out with the minds behind Izeovasis!  We get to explore firsthand their creative process, the evolution of the band, and why collaboration with others is crucial!  We peek at how they write, record, and stay relevant in the modern music scene.  We talk about some awesome keg parties, and laugh through the Furious 5.  Be careful not to wake up with a stinky finger!  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the song “Narcissist” from their recent collaboration with The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza.   Visit the boys online! Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/izeovasismusic/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/izeovasis/ YouTube – https://youtube.com/channel/UCujGWGNAGX7TMMtDUU_N25g?si=UHz4RUNaT2J6U7GA Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/42fBsIx1FZMPklnQ8U6N2C Bandcamp - https://izeovasis1.bandcamp.com/album/synapse-collective

    1h 53m

  4. Mar 23

    Episode 64 - Hanging out with Bayonet Dismemberment

    Sun-bleached, pit stomped, and clothes crusted in salt, our mighty duo set sail for something a little further north.  Join Brutal Brando and Zoomy as they hang out with Landon from Bayonet Dismemberment.  During this episode, we get to hear a little about how the band started, some of the inspiration and meaning behind the art, and stories from the first shows.  Landon explains why bands need to stick together to get their music out there, and why releasing new material, frequently, is important.  Don’t miss this Slam Banger.  Make sure to wear green, or you might get pinched :P  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the title track from the recent EP “Skull Crushed by a Tank”   You have to visit them online! Official Website - https://www.bayonetdismemberment.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/p/Bayonet-Dismemberment-61553606097607/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bayonetdismemberment/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5zF2uDrNaI6By6z8en9iNp Bandcamp – https://bayonetdismemberment.bandcamp.com/     Fall down the rabbit hole that is Iron Fortress Records https://linktr.ee/ironfortressrecords   Artwork by Julian Mortuus - https://www.metal-archives.com/artists/Julian_Mortuus/1090584

    1h 36m

  5. Season 5, Episode 3 Trailer

    Episode 63 - Hanging out with Kryptik Mutation -Guitar House

    Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 here we come!  One last stop along the way.  Our fearless duo is bloody.  What a journey over these last couple months!  Tonight, Zoomy and Brutal Brando are hanging out with Kryptik Mutation!!! Chris and Fred tell us about their metal origins, their writing process, and live performances they will always remember.  There is excitement surrounding their new music.  Plus, we talk about our love for guitars and musical gear.  Stories and laughs, galore!  Don’t miss the Furious 5 and plenty of green spaghetti😊  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!     Featuring the song “Blistering Blow” from the album Pulled From the Pit.   Visit Kryptik Mutation online: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/KryptikMutationOfficial/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/kryptikmutation/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@kryptikmutation2841 Bandcamp – https://kryptikmutation.bandcamp.com/merch Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5GDoAhpa0YhXh3YIvbMLKi   Hey fartknockers!  Check out Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 and all the other awesome bands! https://www.facebook.com/events/the-pub-529/gulfcoast-deathfest-5/25647627358168559/ https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoast_deathfest/?hl=en

    1 min

  6. Mar 10

    Episode 63 - Hanging out with Kryptik Mutation

    Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 - Here...We...Come!  One last stop along the way.  Our fearless duo is bloody, but always thirsty for heavy metal.  What a journey over these last couple months!  Tonight, Zoomy and Brutal Brando are hanging out with Kryptik Mutation!!! Chris and Fred tell us about their metal origins, their writing process, and live performances they will always remember.  There is excitement surrounding their new music.  Plus, we talk about our love for guitars and musical gear.  Stories and laughs, galore!  Don’t miss the Furious 5 and plenty of green spaghetti😊  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!     Featuring the song “Blistering Blow” from the album Pulled From the Pit.   Visit Kryptik Mutation online: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/KryptikMutationOfficial/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/kryptikmutation/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@kryptikmutation2841 Bandcamp – https://kryptikmutation.bandcamp.com/merch Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5GDoAhpa0YhXh3YIvbMLKi   Hey fartknockers!  Check out Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 and all the other awesome bands! https://www.facebook.com/events/the-pub-529/gulfcoast-deathfest-5/25647627358168559/ https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoast_deathfest/?hl=en

    1h 49m

  7. Feb 24

    Episode 62 - Hanging out with Krocophile

    Crikey!  Look at the size of those!  She’s a beaut!!!  This isn’t the land down under.  Brutal Brando and Zoomy are hanging out with the one and only, Krocophile!!!  We discuss their music, and band origins.  We talk artwork and upcoming shows.  We learn, first-hand, insights into the metal scene, and the gear that makes the tunes.  It’s not some run of the mill slam factory… we are talking Gulf Coast Death Fest 5!  Like, be there, and don’t forget to collect your bean-flicking tax!  100% Brutality Guaranteed!!!   Featuring the song “Sewer King” from the 2025 Krocophile EP Sewer King, King of the Sewer.   Also available on the World Wide Web! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/krocophile/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/krocophile666/?hl=en YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAmYhAjJcSEZm5_3SmrBPkw Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ishqPiqbZigIQxS3bjfq9 Bandcamp - https://krocophile.bandcamp.com/music     Check out Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 and all the other awesome bands! https://www.facebook.com/events/the-pub-529/gulfcoast-deathfest-5/25647627358168559/   https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoast_deathfest/?hl=en

    1h 53m

  8. Feb 9

    Episode 61 - Hanging out with Consanguinity

    As Zoomy and Brutal Brando continue their journey south, they start smelling salt in the air.  Their destination, Gulf Coast Death Fest 5, is getting closer.  Brutal bands galore!  Along the way, they got a chance to catch up with one of the bands on the bill, Consanguinity.  Tune in as we discuss their journey in the music scene, their upcoming performance at the Gulf Coast Death Fest, and their recent collaboration with Resplendency.  We’ll spend some time talking about their recording process, and, of course, the gear they use to create the madness.  What’s your favorite pizza topping?  100% brutality guaranteed!!!   Featuring the song “Bereavement of Virility” from their recent split with Resplendency   Check them out online! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/consanguinityslam# Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/consanguinitycodm/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hEd2r2DIyjwhrtWHo9Bli YouTube - https://youtube.com/channel/UCwVnHxD9BX9O2onhmvnpA_g?si=EbnsHhArANmFuCST https://youtube.com/@consanguinitycodm?si=7P8V3T7T_zYZbzRW Bandcamp - https://consanguinity.bandcamp.com/music   Don’t miss their upcoming tour dates: March 13/14 – Houston, TX GULF COAST DEATH FEST 5 March 15 – Dallas, TX March 17 – San Antonio, TX March 18 – Odessa, TX March 20 – Albuquerque, NM March 21 – Colorado Springs, CO   Don’t be a square… Check out Gulf Coast Death Fest 5 and all the other awesome bands! https://www.facebook.com/events/the-pub-529/gulfcoast-deathfest-5/25647627358168559/   https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoast_deathfest/?hl=en

    1h 60m
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Discussing heavy metal music and concerts across Southern and Midwestern United States.

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  • Creator
    Zoomy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Zoomy
  • Show Website
    The Metal Block