On Episode 62 of the Distorted Dialogue Podcast, I meet up with Matt Bischoff the vocalist from the Columbus, Ohio metal band Samarra. Samarra is a hard band to slap a label on, and their EP, Only A Setting Sun Can Save Me, which grabbed a hold of me right away, so when I saw they were opening for the legendary Shai Hulud, I knew I had to meet up and discuss their killer sound. A mixed bag of heavy sounds spanning Death Metal, Metalcore, Deathcore and so many more, you should just go check the whole EP out, as my explanation won't do it justice. We talk about what went into making such a killer sound, where their influences lie, and the state of metal in Columbus. These dudes have dropped another single, Infamy, featuring Bodysnatcher, which was the single Matt was referring to. I didn't know Matt personally before this interview, but he is one energetic front man, commanding the stage, and delivering Samarra's message with force.
Welcome to Distorted Dialogue, the official podcast of The Metal Institute of Thrashology. Where I interview each guest, getting to the bottom of what you want to know. Wether it’s a Headlining Act from the other side of the world or a thrash band next to a river, I am always searching for the next riff, album or tour, and this is where to find out about it. Discussing topics such as new albums, inspirations, concerts, crazy road stories and wherever else the conversation takes us. Don’t think of this as a rapid fire, monotone filler, but rather a conversation where we can all learn about albums, tours and more, while laughing along the way Some keep coming back, so find out why! I don’t just interview musicians, but techs, label executives, industry attorneys and anything else that is metal as hell. Why limit the fun? Date Recorded: 12/14/25
