Decibel Geek Podcast

• Brian Slagel Live Interview - Ep622

  We conclude our ROCKNPOD 2025 coverage with a bang as Decibel Geek Podcast interviews Metal Blade Records founder Brian Slagel! Brian Slagel is a pivotal figure in the heavy metal music scene. He founded Metal Blade Records in 1982, launching the influential Metal Massacre compilation that introduced Metallica to the world. Under his leadership, the label has signed and nurtured bands like Slayer, Cannibal Corpse, and Amon Amarth, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone of the metal community. In this long form talk, Brian discusses the early days of Metal Blade Records, it's formation, past clients, and plans for the future. Brian also touches on his thoughts on how the music industry has changed, how he learned to pivot,and even how it led to a detour into the hockey world. Want to know what bands he almost signed/passed on? Did Megadeth almost sign with Metal Blade? Learn that and much more! In addition to his work with Metal Blade, Slagel hosts the podcast 100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal, produced by Pantheon Media. Each episode delves into a significant metal track, featuring insights from music historian Martin Popoff, producer Jay Ruston, and guest musicians. The podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of metal's evolution, highlighting songs that have shaped the genre's identity. In this discussion talks about his work in the podcasting space, his thoughts on it as a promotional medium for artists, and plans that he has for his show. It's a fun discussion and we were honored to have Brian join us. Let's do it again! We hope you enjoy Brian Slagel Live Interview - Ep622 and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• ROCKNPOD 2025: The Interviews - Ep621

  We're back to deliver on some awesome content amassed at ROCKNPOD 2025 as we present The Interviews! Throughout the day at ROCKNPOD Expo, Chris & Aaron sat down for interviews with some of the event's specials guests! Up first is comedian and host of Punchlines and Backlines, Courtney Cronin! Courtney has been around for ROCKNPOD since the very beginning and the Punchlines & Backlines show continues to grow year by year. It was a blast to sit down and catch up. Next is one of podcast world's newest duo's Beardo & Weirdo (ie. comedian Craig Gass and Five Finger Death Punch member Chris Keal). It was awesome to catch up with Craig who's been a ROCKNPOD alumni since 2018 and welcome Chris to his first expo. You may hear from a few other celebrity voices as well! Up next is Jimmy Wheeler from the TN Entertainment Commission. In this discussion, Jimmy shares how his commission is bringing film and music industry projects and jobs to the state of Tennessee. With the state's growth and continued presence in all facets of entertainment, it's interesting to see how Jimmy and his team are looking to work with creators and musicians in the local area. Next is Joel Ellis. Joel shares his thoughts on his work with Cats in Boots, Heavy Bones, and more. Additionally, he shares hat a new version of the Heavy Bones album is available and tells you how to get it! We finish things off with internet sensation Joey Breaux. Joey has grown an insanely large following on social media with his karaoke renditions of classic hits. We sit down with Joey to get more on his back story, his influences, and his thoughts on music in general. It was cool to have our paths cross at this fun, rock-filled weekend. We hope you enjoy ROCKNPOD 2025: The Interviews and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• ROCKNPOD 2025 Recap - Ep620

  We have returned from ROCKNPOD 2025 Weekend and are ready to share our thoughts on the whole thing! As many of you know, this year’s event was run by an amazing new team—Tracy McAndrew, Kerry Gibson, and a dedicated group of volunteers who generously gave their time to make it all happen. Huge thanks to everyone involved! In this episode, we’re sharing our thoughts and memories from an unforgettable weekend. From early arrivals of out-of-town friends to Thursday’s killer RockNFest show at The Cowan, Friday’s Podcaster Jam and Rare Hare All-Star Jam, Saturday’s ROCKNPOD Expo and Afterparty, and Sunday’s epic finale with the Punchlines and Backlines All-Star Show—it was non-stop rock and podcasting fun! We’ve also got a ton of great content from this year’s expo that we’ll be rolling out throughout the week. Lots of Decibel Geek coming your way! We hope you enjoy ROCKNPOD 2025 Recap and SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Radio Sucks April 2025 Pt II - Ep619

  We're back for part 2 of the Radio Sucks Radio Show! Get ready for a bunch of killer tracks! This week, Aaron is bringing you cool tracks from Tora Tora, Cold Slither, Denis Pauna, Trauma and Journey! Chris is delivering great tunes from Girish & The Chronicles, The Funeral Portrait, Lost Hearts and Zeke! It's another awesome installment to take you away from the insanity of reality. Enjoy! We hope you enjoy the Radio Sucks Radio Show at SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Radio Sucks April 2025 Pt 1 - Ep618

  We're back to rock your eardrums with another awesome installment of the Radio Sucks Radio Show! Get ready for a great mix of music that deserves to be heard! This week, Aaron is bringing killer cuts including a hidden gem from Cats in Boots, an ass-kicking rocker from The Southern River Band, and a gathering of bluesy greatness from Niacin! Chris is delivering ear candy including a new riff-tastic tune from The Darkness, time machine vibes from Nestor, and a killer double-shot of Danko Jones! Can't get enough? You're in luck as part 2 will be on the way in a few days with even more great music! We hope you enjoy the Radio Sucks Radio Show at SHARE with a friend! Decibel Geek is a proud member of the Pantheon Podcasts family. Contact Us! Rate, Review, and Subscribe in iTunes Join the Facebook Fan Page Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram E-mail Us Subscribe to our Youtube channel! Support Us! Buy a T-Shirt! Donate to the show! Stream Us! Stitcher Radio Spreaker TuneIn Become a VIP Subscriber! Click HERE for more info! Comment Below Direct Download      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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