Signals From Mars Podcast

Victor M. Ruiz
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All types of hard rock and metal interviews and music discussions since 2009. Visit us at www.signalsfrommars.com. Linktr.ee/signalsfrommars patreon.com/signalsfrommars

  1. March 2026 Albums Review

    2D AGO

    March 2026 Albums Review

    Signals From Mars Episode 454 – March 2026 Albums Review | Best New Hard Rock & Heavy Metal Albums 2026 Victor M. Ruiz is joined by Ed Ferguson and Jeremy Weltman to review and analyze the best new hard rock and heavy metal albums released in March 2026. This episode of Signals From Mars delivers a deep dive into March 2026 album releases across multiple subgenres including heavy metal, thrash metal, death metal, metalcore, hard rock, and underground independent releases. The panel breaks down standout albums, hidden gems, and notable disappointments while discussing production quality, songwriting trends, and evolving sounds in today’s rock and metal scene. If you're looking for the best new metal albums of 2026, hard rock album reviews, underground metal recommendations, or want to stay updated on the latest releases in heavy music, this episode provides essential listening and expert insight. Discover new bands, revisit established artists, and build your 2026 year-end album list with this comprehensive March 2026 albums review. Thank you to my Patrons for all of their support Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond You can become a Patron for as little as $2 a month. Go to https://patreon.com/signalsfrommars Social Media Links For Signals From Mars YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/ X / Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@signalsfrommars Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars Follow, like and share!

    1h 14m
  2. Jeff Wilson - Deeper Graves & Bringers Of Disease

    APR 10

    Jeff Wilson - Deeper Graves & Bringers Of Disease

    Episode 453 - Jeff Wilson | Deeper Graves And Bringers Of Disease In this episode of Signals From Mars, Victor speaks with Jeff Wilson of Deeper Graves and Bringers Of Disease. Jeff is involved in multiple projects that span different areas of heavy music, and in this conversation, he shares insight into his creative approach, how he manages multiple outlets, and what drives his consistent output. The discussion also explores the realities of working independently, balancing different musical identities, and continuing to create in today’s evolving music landscape. Thank you to my Patrons for all of their support Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond You can become a Patron for as little as $2 a month. Go to https://patreon.com/signalsfrommars Social Media Links For Jeff Wilson, Deeper Graves And Bringers Of Death Jeff Wilson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chromewaves1/ Disorder Design Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disorderdesignco/ Deeper Graves Bandcamp: https://deeper-graves.bandcamp.com/ Bringers Of Disease Bandcamp: https://bringersofdiseaseoh.bandcamp.com/ Social Media Links For My Show YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/ X / Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@signalsfrommars Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars Follow, like and share!

    33 min
  3. Hall Of Fame 2026

    APR 9

    Hall Of Fame 2026

    Here are your RSS.com show notes for Episode 452 – Hall Of Fame Year 2, built directly from your transcript and following your exact structure: Episode 452 – Hall Of Fame Year 2 The Signals From Mars Hall Of Fame returns for its second year—celebrating the bands that truly matter, as voted by the listeners. In this episode, Victor is joined by Metal Dan, Brad Dahl, and Jeremy Weltman to count down the Top 10 Hall Of Fame inductees for 2026. These artists were selected through fan voting, using the same ranked ballot system featured in previous Signals From Mars countdowns—ensuring that every vote contributed to the final results. With over 80 bands considered, the final Top 10 reflects a passionate and diverse community of rock and metal fans. From legendary pioneers to genre-defining icons, this year’s list sparks discussion, debate, and celebration of the music that shaped generations. The countdown includes: Scorpions Aerosmith Slayer Anthrax Alice Cooper Thin Lizzy Mötley Crüe Motörhead Ozzy Osbourne Megadeth (ranked #1 by fan vote) The panel dives into each band’s legacy, influence, and personal impact, sharing stories, opinions, and insights along the way. Thank you to my Patrons for all of their support Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond You can become a Patron for as little as $2 a month. Go to https://patreon.com/signalsfrommars Social Media Links For My Show YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/ X / Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@signalsfrommars Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars Follow, like and share!

    1h 36m
  4. Radian

    MAR 27

    Radian

    Episode 451 of Signals From Mars features Radian, with all four members joining Victor for a discussion about the band, their creative process, and the energy behind what they’re doing right now. This episode is a great entry point for listeners who enjoy doom metal, stoner metal, sludge, and underground heavy music. Rather than revealing too much, this conversation sets the stage for listeners to discover the band through their own words. With the entire lineup participating, the episode captures the personality, perspective, and shared purpose that shape Radian’s sound. Fans of independent heavy music, underground bands, and artist interviews should find plenty to enjoy here. Radian Social Media Bandcamp: https://radianakron.bandcamp.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radian_akron/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RadianAkron/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/radian_akron Signals From Mars Website: https://www.signalsfrommars.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SignalsFromMars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/SignalsFromMars Special Thanks To My Patrons Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond

    39 min
  5. John Corabi

    MAR 24

    John Corabi

    In episode 450 of Signals From Mars, Victor sits down with John Corabi for a conversation that covers far more than just the usual career retrospective. This is a thoughtful, honest, and wide-ranging discussion with one of hard rock’s most distinctive voices. John opens up about work ethic, longevity, writing music on his own terms, and the mindset that has kept him moving through every phase of his career. The discussion also touches on the spirit behind his new music, how he views albums as complete experiences, and why staying creative matters more than chasing trends. Without giving too much away, this episode offers exactly what longtime fans hope for from a Corabi interview: personality, perspective, humor, and hard-earned insight from someone who has lived through the highs, frustrations, and reinventions that come with a life in rock and roll. If you’ve followed John through The Scream, Mötley Crüe, Union, The Dead Daisies, and beyond, there’s plenty here to sink your teeth into. And if this is your first deep dive into his world, this conversation is a strong reminder of why he remains such a respected figure among hard rock fans. Listen/watch and let me know in the comments what stood out to you most from the interview. Please support the show by liking, subscribing, and sharing this episode. Tell John you heard him here on Signals From Mars. Support Signals From Mars A huge thank you to my Patrons for supporting the show: Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond John Corabi Social Media Links Official Website: https://www.johncorabi.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnCorabiMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johncorabiofficial/ Signals From Mars Social Media Links Website: https://signalsfrommars.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/ X / Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/signalsfrommars Merch: https://signals-from-mars.creator-spring.com/ #SignalsFromMars #JohnCorabi #HardRock

    43 min
  6. February 2026 Albums Review

    MAR 20

    February 2026 Albums Review

    Victor is joined by Jeremy Weltman and Ed Ferguson to break down a wide range of hard rock and heavy metal releases from February 2026, with the goal of keeping new music in the conversation and helping listeners discover albums that deserve more attention. This episode mixes monthly album-review staples with broader discussion about style, songwriting, production, and why supporting new rock and metal still matters. Among the records and artists discussed are Tailgunner, Hoaxed, Converge, Leatherhead, Deeper Graves, A Wilhelm Scream, Silver Sun Pickups, Zepter, Serpent Gates, NerveStar, The Sheepdogs, and more. Victor, Jeremy, and Ed each highlight different favorites from the month, giving the episode a strong mix of traditional heavy metal, goth rock, punk, melodic hard rock, metalcore, and off-the-beaten-path discoveries. Standout picks from the episode include Tailgunner – Midnight Blitz, Hoaxed – Death Knocks, Deeper Graves – Pull Me Toward the Dark, and A Wilhelm Scream – Cheap Heat, along with plenty of discussion about why certain albums connect more than others and how listeners can use these monthly review episodes to find new bands worth following. Shout out to my Patrons: Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond Thank you for all of your support! Featured artist / band links: Tailgunner: https://www.instagram.com/tailgunnerhq/ Hoaxed: https://www.hoaxedband.com/ Deeper Graves: https://deeper-graves.bandcamp.com/ Deeper Graves Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepergraves/ A Wilhelm Scream: https://www.awilhelmscream.com/ Connect with Signals From Mars: Website: https://signalsfrommars.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/ X / Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/signalsfrommars Merch: https://signals-from-mars.creator-spring.com/

    1h 35m
  7. Mark Strigl

    MAR 13

    Mark Strigl

    In Episode 448 of Signals From Mars, Victor M. Ruiz sits down with Mark Strigl for a conversation centered on some of the biggest talking points in hard rock and metal right now. Without giving the interview away, this episode digs into the kind of topics that always spark strong opinions among fans: the idea of Metallica playing the Sphere, Iron Maiden’s 50th anniversary and Eddfest, what it means if rock is once again gaining momentum, and the broader impact Talking Metal has had on podcasting in the hard rock and heavy metal space. This is a discussion built for fans who care about where the genre has been, where it is now, and where it may be headed next. If you’re into hard rock and metal podcasts, music discussion, and longform conversations that go beyond surface-level takes, this episode is for you. Topics covered include: Metallica and the Sphere Iron Maiden’s 50th anniversary celebration Rock’s recent growth as a genre Talking Metal’s place in podcast history Follow Mark Strigl / Talking Metal: Talking Metal Website: https://talkingmetal.com/ Talking Metal Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkingmetal Mark Strigl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markstrigl/ Mark Strigl X: https://x.com/Strigl Talking Metal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingmetaldigital/ Talking Metal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/talkingmetal Follow Signals From Mars: Signals From Mars Website: https://signalsfrommars.com Signals From Mars Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars Signals From Mars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars Signals From Mars YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars Signals From Mars X: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars Signals From Mars Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/ Signals From Mars Follow Page: https://www.signalsfrommars.com/follow/ I can also merge this back into the full spoiler-free YouTube description. Special thanks to my Patrons: Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond #SignalsFromMars #HeavyMetal #HardRock

    40 min
  8. Philip Shouse

    MAR 10

    Philip Shouse

    Guitarist Philip Shouse joins Signals From Mars to discuss his first solo EP, Side 1 and the journey that led him to finally release music under his own name. Known for performing alongside artists such as Ace Frehley, Gene Simmons, John Corabi, Accept, and the Rock N Roll Residency, Philip has spent years on stages around the world. With Side 1, he steps into the spotlight as a solo artist and shares the songs that represent his personal musical vision. In this interview, Philip discusses how long he has been working on the material, whether he ever shared the songs with artists he’s collaborated with, and the challenges of being seen as Philip Shouse the artist rather than just the guitarist supporting other legendary performers. We also dive into his experiences playing with members of KISS, the unique environment of The Rock N Roll Residency, and what the future holds with Accept. Philip also shares his long-term plans for his solo music, whether Side 2 may be on the horizon, and where fans can go to purchase Side 1 and support him directly. If you're a fan of hard rock, classic rock guitar, and behind-the-scenes stories from musicians who have shared the stage with legends, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Follow Philip Shouse Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philipshouse Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philipshouse X / Twitter https://x.com/philipshouse Follow Signals From Mars 🌐 Website https://www.signalsfrommars.com 📺 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/signalsfrommars 🎧 Podcast https://signalsfrommars.com 🔥 Patreon https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars 🛒 Merch https://signalsfrommars.com/merch Special thanks to Signals From Mars Patrons Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond #SignalsFromMars #PhilipShouse #AcceptBand #AceFrehley #GeneSimmons #HardRock #HeavyMetal #Guitarist #RockPodcast #MetalPodcast #RockInterview #GuitarHero #ClassicRock #MetalCommunity #RockNRoll

    41 min
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All types of hard rock and metal interviews and music discussions since 2009. Visit us at www.signalsfrommars.com. Linktr.ee/signalsfrommars patreon.com/signalsfrommars

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  • Creator
    Victor M. Ruiz
  • Years Active
    2010 - 2026
  • Episodes
    457
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2009 - 2023 www.signalsfrommars.com
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    Signals From Mars Podcast

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