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In the wake of Nu Metal’s sudden resurgence, hosts Jeff Geaghan and Dan Cinotto wanted to provide their unique perspective having been a part of that scene as it was happening. As musicians themselves who came up in the Midwest Nu Metal scene in the Omaha, NE based band Downshift, they provide a more in-depth look into what that time was actually like and why it’s making such a strong comeback today.

  1. 3D AGO

    WWLO Episode 33 - The Perfect All Female Nu Metal Band

    In this episode of We Were Loud Once, Dan and Jeff are putting their A&R hats on to assemble their ultimate all-female Nu Metal supergroups. From the vocal powerhouses of the early 2000s to the instrumentalists who defined a generation of heavy music, you'll never guess how different their picks are. Whether you’re here for the nostalgia of Ozzfest or you’re just discovering the depth of women in heavy music, this episode is a deep dive into the talent that shaped—and continues to shape—the genre.

    33 min

  2. FEB 16

    WWLO Episode 32 - The Cameron Heacock Updates

    In this episode of We Were Loud Once, Dan and Jeff sit down to discuss the updates surrounding Cameron Heacock, the iconic frontman of American Head Charge. After his recent appearance on the Soft White Underbelly YouTube channel—which revealed he had been living unhoused and battling a fentanyl addiction for years—the nu-metal community has rallied together. We’re diving into the incredible work being done by Holiday Kirk (The Nu-Metal Agenda).

    30 min

  3. FEB 9

    WWLO Episode 31 - The Grammys & The NU Queens of Metal

    In this episode of We Were Loud Once, Dan and Jeff are discussing the complicated relationship between the Recording Academy and the heavy music scene (or the lack of one altogether). They go deep into this year's Grammy nominees/winners, performances, and why Post Malone needs to do a rock record. Plus, the conversation everyone wants to have: Courtney LaPlante (Spiritbox) vs. Tatiana Shmayluk (Jinjer). The internet says you can't be fans of both...we are and state our case, but let us know your take. They also get into the difference in vibe between Deftones and Turnstile shows. We're assuming that each side of this debate will die on their respective hill...

    35 min

  4. FEB 2

    WWLO Episode 30 - Why Disturbed Needs To Stop Covering Songs (and just let Nonpoint do it)

    Is there anything more polarizing than a Disturbed cover? In this episode of We Were Loud Once, Dan and Jeff are diving deep into the world of musical reinterpretations—the good, the bad, and the downright over-produced. They tackle one of the most covered tracks in history: Phil Collins’ "In the Air Tonight." They debate which Nu Metal band (or Nu adjacent) actually captured that legendary drum fill and haunting atmosphere the best, Nonpoint or In This Moment (or Phil himself). If you know someone who did it better than either, drop it in the comments! Then they get into a bit of a heated discussion on why Disturbed’s "The Sound of Silence" (and their subsequent covers) might actually be ruining the art of the cover song. Are they operatic masterpieces or just musical melodrama? (hint: Dan and Jeff aren't fans...).  They then find themselves discussing the first albums they ever bought, mixes of 80's songs, and the mix of people in crowds they've played for.

    39 min

  5. JAN 26

    WWLO Episode 29 - What Happened to the New Mudvayne Singles?

    In this episode, Jeff and Dan dive deep into the strange case of Mudvayne’s comeback singles, "Hurt People Hurt People" and "Sticks and Stones." After 16 years of silence, the band finally dropped new music in late 2025—but the reception wasn't exactly what they expected. Between fans complaining the tracks sounded like "unpolished demos" and the band themselves being unhappy with the final product, Mudvayne took the unprecedented step of quietly pulling the original Josh Wilbur mixes from streaming platforms and replacing them with brand new versions by longtime collaborator Dave Fortman (Lost and Found, The New Game - also of Ugly Kid Joe fame for those who remember that AMAZING band).  Then they get sidetracked talking about JNCO's and tattoos...because of course they did.

    34 min

  6. JAN 19

    WWLO Episode 28 - Jesse Dean (Narcotic Self) | Battle for Ozzfest, Being Self-Made, & DIY Metal

    In this episode of We Were Loud Once, we sit down with Jesse Dean, the powerhouse behind the heavy metal band Narcotic Self, to unpack a journey defined by raw grit and zero shortcuts. From the high-stakes pressure of the Battle for Ozzfest auditions to the grueling reality of being a completely self-taught and self-made musician, Jesse opens up about what it actually takes to survive the industry.

    1h 28m

  7. JAN 12

    WWLO Episode 27 - ICP X Nu Metal: The Heaviest Album That Never Happened (but still could...)

    The face paint, the theatricality, the "us against the world" mentality—Insane Clown Posse and Nu-Metal were born from the same chaotic energy of the late 90s. But what if the Wicked Clowns went full on nu metal? In this episode of We Were Loud Once, we’re getting into Dan falling for the Violent J pregnancy meme, the Gathering, poop dollars, nu culture crossovers, and the ULTIMATE nu metal super group that, if backing ICP, could potentially create the greatest nu metal record of the century. If the Dark Carnival decided to drop a nu-metal masterpiece today, who would be in that band with them?

    54 min

  8. JAN 5

    WWLO Episode 26 - Did Fred Durst Try to Kill Taproot’s Career? A 'Gift' Retrospective

    In this episode of We Were Loud Once, we’re heading back to the year 2000 to dissect Taproot’s major-label debut, Gift. But you can’t talk about this album without talking about the drama that almost derailed it before it even hit shelves. After Taproot chose to sign with Atlantic Records instead of Durst's Interscope imprint (Flawless), the Limp Bizkit frontman left a legendary, heated message on Stephen Richards' machine.   In this episode, we get into: The Sound of Gift: How Taproot stood out in the crowded Nu-Metal scene with their melodic-yet-aggressive style. The Beef: A play-by-play of the Fred Durst vs. Taproot fallout. Production & Legacy: Working with Ulrich Wild and how tracks like "Again & Again" and "I" defined an era. The "What If": Would Taproot have been bigger under Fred’s wing, or was Atlantic the right move? Thanks for listening!  We appreciate you!

    1h 9m
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In the wake of Nu Metal’s sudden resurgence, hosts Jeff Geaghan and Dan Cinotto wanted to provide their unique perspective having been a part of that scene as it was happening. As musicians themselves who came up in the Midwest Nu Metal scene in the Omaha, NE based band Downshift, they provide a more in-depth look into what that time was actually like and why it’s making such a strong comeback today.

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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
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