On this episode, Tom welcomes Ian, Jon, and Carlos from Psalm, the Las Vegas-based doom metal outfit dropping their powerful new EP “In Darkness, Have Mercy” on July 15th. Ian is Fresh off tour with Sonolith and a crowd-crushing stop at Portal in Louisville, the band reflects on their creative journey, lineup evolution, and the dark energy behind their genre-defying sound.
🔥 Inside This Episode:
The impact of the pandemic on their recording process and band formation
How “Blessed” became the set-closing juggernaut that leaves crowds stunned
Recording their new EP after a pivotal show opening for Pentagram at the Whisky a Go-Go
The band’s collaborative songwriting style and tight rhythm section dynamics
Favorite doom, stoner, and genre-blending bands like Hangman’s Chair and Spotlights
Future plans: new material, possible collabs, and a fall season filled with shows and surprises
Tom also shares stories from Louisville’s underground venues and offers Psalm a connection to a trusted vinyl pressing contact—because this record deserves a colored splatter edition that matches the depth of its sound.
🎧 Tune in if you’re into:
Slow riffs with emotional weight
Crushing doom with post-metal influences
Supporting emerging bands from the Vegas heavy scene
Bands on the brink of a major breakout
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📀 EP “In Darkness, Have Mercy” is out July 15 on all streaming platforms. Physical media coming soon.🔖
