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Riff Worship#86 - Dead Kennedys - Fresh Fruit for Rotting VegetablesLeftist political outrage, weaponized through cutting satire and absurd humor. Erratic, yet undeniably inventive and memorable songwriting. San Francisco’s Dead Kennedys channeled their disdain for the status quo on their debut album, a landmark work that not only launched a new era of punk music but also captured a transformative moment in American youth culture.Please join us as we discuss the Dead Kennedys and the legacy of Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables.Recommendations: Chelsea Wolfe - Unbound EP Emasculator - The Disfigured and the Divine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For all updates on the show, follow us here: @RiffWo...2024-12-121h 52

Riff Worship#85 - ISIS - Celestial3 EPs and several members later, Boston’s Isis solidified their lineup while crafting their debut full-length album. During this period, the band found themselves balancing between their evolving identity and the influence of acts like Godflesh, The Melvins, and Neurosis.While many have cited their follow-up, Oceanic, as a career-defining moment, this debut features a raw heaviness interwoven with the atmosphere and themes that would ultimately shape future releases.Please join us as we discuss the origins of Isis and their debut album, Celestial!Recommendations: Sunrot / Body Void - Split Sumac - The...2024-12-041h 46

Riff Worship#79 - Converge - Petitioning the Empty SkyWith a lineage stretching several decades, Converge have solidified their reputation as one of hardcore’s most influential and hardest-working bands. This wasn’t accomplished overnight, but we may be able to pinpoint when things began to click.Originally released as a 5-song EP, Petitioning the Empty Skycurrently stands as a collection of material from various recording sessions. Written by the combined forces of vocalist Jacob Bannon and guitarist Kurt Ballou, these tracks feature a familiar dissonance and intensity.This is far from the Converge we know today, but from the first moments of its 7-min...2024-10-1759 min

Riff Worship#77 - Job For A Cowboy - GenesisAfter unleashing their genre defining Doom EP, Arizona deathcore upstarts Job For A Cowboy inked a deal with legendary label Metal Blade Records. Rather than simply replicate the formula that launched them, the band shed their early influences and took a bold step forward, crafting an intense brutal and conceptual piece of brutality for their debut full-length.While this shift left some longtime fans perplexed, it also began a legacy defined by progressive, technical, and politically charged albums that carried the band into the early 2010s. Join us in celebrating Job For A Cowboy’s deb...2024-10-021h 20

Riff Worship#75 - These Arms Are Snakes - EasterAfter a tumultuous start, several members of Washington's hardcore punk scene joined forces following the dissolution of their previous bands. Despite their hardcore roots, however, the band frequently experimented with diverse sounds and textures. This is especially prevalent on their sophomore album. In true DIY fashion, they also handled its production and packaging.This week on Riff Worship, join us as we discuss These Arms Are Snakes and their post-hardcore monolith, Easter!Recommendations: Deadbody / Tribal Gaze - Split AXIS - Show Your Greed Pyrrhon - Exhaust Mastodon / Lamb of God - "Floods...2024-09-181h 30

Riff Worship#74 - Ghost - Opus EponymousPrior to arena tours and Grammy Awards, the band Ghost was merely an idea. Drawing influences from his adolescence, Tobias Forge developed an aesthetic, canon, and sound before setting foot on a stage.Join us this week on Riff Worship as we dive into Ghost's melodic and satanic debut album, Opus EponymousRecommendations: Collapsed Skull - Your Father's Rage Evaporated In The Sun Regional Justice Center - FREEDOM SWEET FREEDOM Aerial M - The Peel Sessions Nails - Every Bridge Burning Teeth - The Will of Hate⁠⁠For all updates on the show, foll...2024-09-111h 37

Riff Worship#71 - Slipknot - Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses)As the ‘90s came to a close, Slipknot unleashed their eventual multi-platinum “debut” album seemingly out of nowhere. They quickly followed this up with arguably the heaviest album to crack the Billboard Top 5.The rapid success and constant touring during this period placed a lot of pressure on Slipknot’s nine members and strained their relationships with each other. With the band on the verge of a breakup, they turned their attention to other projects and went their separate ways.They reconvened a few years later in Los Angeles alongside a new, eccentric producer to begin wo...2024-08-211h 51

Riff Worship#70 - Grief - Come to GriefComing up in the chaotic Massachusetts crust punk scene, Terry Savastano dreamed of playing heavier and slower. Much slower. Affirmed by the likes of Black Sabbath, Saint Vitus, and Winter, Savastano recruited his bandmates in Disrupt to explore this vastly uncharted territory.With a name that feels more like a mission statement, this new band evoked complete anguish and despair both aesthetically and sonically.This is especially evident on their debut full-length, an under-appreciated classic in its time that helped paved the way for others to tune low and play slow. Please join us this...2024-08-141h 35

Riff Worship#69 - Ampere - All Our Tomorrows End TodayFour roommates and mainstays of the Massachusetts punk scene set out to start an abstract and noisy side project together. As their other bands folded, however, this eventually became the main focus and overtime developed into one of the most influential acts in chaotic hardcore. Join us this week as we discuss Ampere’s lightning-fast All Our Tomorrows End TodayRecommendations:Longings - Dreams In RedDimension - DemoGold Dust - The Late Great Gold DustCollapsed Skull - Your Father's Rage Evaporated In The SunJerry Cantrell - I Want BloodFit For An Autopsy - The...2024-08-071h 19

The Voiceover Gurus PodcastEp 146 - Navigating Voiceover From Three Working PerpectivesIn this engaging episode, Linda Bruno shifts the spotlight to three talented women in voiceover. Our discussion features three remarkable voiceover artists: Carrie Farris from Austin, Texas, Barb Lyon from Batavia, Illinois, and Gwen Poynor from Salt Lake City. Each shares their unique journey, from early beginnings to current successes, highlighting the ups and downs of the industry. Gwen delves into her extensive background, starting as a child, the challenges of re-entering the industry, and the evolution of technology. Barb reflects on her career transition from broadcasting to full-time voiceover, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and consistency...2024-07-2947 min

Riff Worship#65 - Faith No More - Angel DustAfter the massive success of The Real Thing, label executives and management within Faith No More’s circle were itching for another MTV smash hit. However, extensive touring to promote the album exhausted the band and left them yearning for something far less conventional. Despite plenty of discouragement, Faith No More emerged with one of their most challenging, successful, and strangest offerings to date. Please join us in celebrating Faith No More’sAngel DustRecommendations: Gel - Persona Kowloon Walled City - Piecework Chubby and the Gang - And Then There Were... Dead Cross - II Peel...2024-07-101h 39

Riff Worship#64 - Orchid - Chaos Is MeThe ‘90s served as a transitional era for hardcore punk and while many shed themselves of their ethos to get ahead, others dug their heels in and continued to push boundaries. Four college students in Amherst, Massachusetts did just that in 1999, unleashing 11 tracks of their own chaotic and dissonant version of hardcore.Although the band was short-lived and relatively unknown at time, the album has since become a staple of the underground and its influence is still felt today. Join us this week as we celebrate Orchid’s debut full-length Chaos Is MeRecommendations: Spec...2024-07-031h 24

Riff Worship#60 - Lamb of God - Ashes of the Wake20 years old and just as relevant, Lamb of God’s Ashes of the Wake cemented the band as a frontrunner of the newly coined “New Wave of American Heavy Metal." With an emphasis on songwriting and a scathing critique of the former administration, Lamb of God took a leap of faith in signing a deal with a major label. Join us in celebrating a breakthrough and massive metal milestone!Recommendations: "Frailty" - Gruesome Thou - Umbilical The Hope Conspiracy - Tools of Oppression / Rule by DeceptionFor all updates on the show, follow us here: @RiffW...2024-06-051h 46

Riff Worship#55 - Thou (Part 2)Following their debut Tyrant, Thou experienced an unprecedented wave of inspiration that produced material for various EPs, splits, and future full-lengths within a few short years.In the second installment of our deep dive series, we'll discuss their dismal sophomore effort Peasantas well as the multi-faceted third album Summit.Umbilical drops May 31st via Sacred Bones RecordsFollow Thou on Instagram & TwitterRecommendations: Big Garden - To the Rind Amblare - Amblare Bongripper - Empty Leeway - Born To ExpireFor all updates on the show, follow us here...2024-05-012h 10

Riff Worship#54 - Thou (Part 1)Welcome to the first episode in our four-part series on the highly prolific band Thou. For nearly two decades, this Baton Rouge collective has continuously defied expectations and challenged audiences alike. Channeling influences of '90s proto-grunge, DIY hardcore punk ethos, and their Louisiana predecessors, Thou transcend genre boundaries and redefine the meaning of "heaviness."This week we discuss the band's pummeling debut record Tyrant and highlight our favorite collabs, covers, EPs, & splits!Recommendations: Thou - "I Feel Nothing When You Cry" Full Of Hell - "Coagulated Bliss" Gatecreeper - "Masterpiece of C...2024-04-242h 08

Riff Worship#52 - High On Fire - Death Is This CommunionWith three albums and years of hard touring under their belt, it should have been business as usual for Matt Pike and Des Kensel. However, there was a renewed sense of vigor with the addition of bassist/collaborator Jeff Matz as well as Jack Endino behind the board. Oakland stoner metal barbarians High On Fire were ready to lay waste on album number four. Please join us in celebrating High On Fire's breakthrough album Death Is This CommunionRecommendations: BIG|BRAVE - A Chaos Of Flowers Sumac - The Healer Deaf Club w/ The H...2024-04-101h 29

Riff Worship#51 - Shadows Fall - The War WithinWith the New Wave of American Heavy Metal on the rise, Boston’s Shadows Fall stood out from their peers by tapping into their varied influences. Be it ‘90s melodeath, Bay Area Thrash, Pantera, Queensrÿche, Skid Row… the band expanded upon these touchstones and created a modern metal classic.Join us this week on Riff Worship as we celebrate Shadows Fall’sThe War WithinRecommendations: Gatecreeper - "The Black Curtain" Gouge Away - Deep Sage Chimaira - The Impossibility of ReasonFor all updates on the show, follow us here: @distortion...2024-04-031h 33

Riff WorshipVocal Distortion: Dave Hofer & John MendolaThis episode of Vocal Distortion originally aired on WONC/FM89.1 on Monday, March 25, 2024. We were joined by Chicago-based archivist, librarian, writer, and Degenerate Synapse vocalist Dave Hofer. Hofer discussed his DIY beginnings in DuPage County, touring with Brutal Truth, Reckless Records, his work on the latest Charles Bronson box set, and much more! Special guest John Mendola is also featured in this interview. Mendola has been a longtime figure of the Chicagoland hardcore scene as a member Kungfu Rick, Authority Abuse, HeWhoCorrupts, Eunuchs, and Gun Kata. Music from this broadcast has been removed...2024-03-261h 33

Riff Worship#47 - Sean Ingram (Coalesce)From splits with The Get Up Kids to western-inspired instrumentals, Coalesce has never bothered to ask “Why?” but rather “Why the hell not?” That seems to be the mindset behind their appearance at this year’s Furnace Fest, their first live performance in nearly 12 years. This week we are joined Coalesce frontman Sean Ingram to discuss the upcoming festival date as well as some future reissues through Relapse Records, his newest project Heirs, skateboarding, and more!Follow Coalesce on Facebook, Instagram, and XFollow Heirs on InstagramFor all updates on the show, f...2024-03-061h 59

Riff Worship#46 - Killswitch Engage - The End of HeartacheAfter the release of the now-classicAlive or Just Breathing, Western Massachusetts-based Killswitch Engage experienced a set back that could stifle many bands on the verge of success.With the sudden departure of original (and current) frontman Jesse Leach, the band was forced to find a suitable replacement. Through an extensive search, they found their vocalist in Blood Has Been Shed’s Howard Jones who quickly joined the band on the road as well as the studio to craft their follow-up album. The rest, as they say, is history.Join us in celebrating a landmark metalcore al...2024-02-281h 35

Riff Worship#43 - Soundgarden - BadmotorfingerShortly after the release of their major label debut, Seattle's Soundgarden found themselves at a crossroads. Founding bassist Hiro Yamamoto parted ways with the band, leaving a massive hole to fill. Moreover, Soundgarden had exhausted their entire vault of songs on previous releases, compelling them to start from scratch.In early 1991, however, guitarist & vocalist Chris Cornell experienced an unprecedented wave of creativity which birthed new ideas for Soundgarden, Temple of the Dog, and an upcoming Cameron Crowe film set in Seattle. Despite the daunting search for Hiro's replacement, newcomer Ben Shepherd proved himself more than capable of the role, injecting...2024-02-071h 29

Riff Worship#42 - Bolt Thrower - War MasterAlongside their English contemporaries in Carcass & Napalm Death, Coventry’s Bolt Thrower helped define extreme music throughout the late 80s & 90s. Their 3rd full-length, War Master, bridged the gap between their frantic grindcore roots and the pummeling, mid-paced death metal of future releases. Songs like “Profane Creation”, “Cenotaph”, and the album’s titular track make the listener feel as though they’re on the battlefield of an epic, futuristic war with the fate of mankind hanging in the balance. Join us this week on Riff Worship as we celebrate Bolt Thrower’s thunderous 1991 album War MasterRecommendations: Punch - Nothing Lasts Rong - wormhat P...2024-01-3155 min

Riff Worship#41 - Eyehategod - DopesickEyehategod's approach to extreme music quickly set them apart from their contemporaries in the New Orleans scene. While many of these groups took influence from band's like Black Sabbath and the Melvins, Eyehategod's feedback-fueled sound was far more abrasive, bleaker, and grating. The lyrics, while satirical at times, dove head first into themes of addiction and trauma. This was reality, and the music reflected it.With a few full-lengths, 7-inch's, & splits under their belt, the band worked alongside producer Billy Anderson (Buzzoven, Neurosis, Sleep) and scene veteran Pepper Keenan (Corrosion of Conformity, Down, Graveyard Rodeo) to help shape their third...2024-01-241h 27

Riff Worship#40 - Crowbar - Odd Fellows RestAs our Sammy Duet trilogy comes to a close, we look to his first of three albums with Louisiana legends Crowbar. By 1998, Crowbar had proved they were beyond capable of writing earth shattering riffs. On their 5th album, however, they sought to evolve this sound through dynamics that previous albums had lacked. This is especially evident on tracks like “December’s Spawn” and the sludge metal anthem “Planets Collide”. These songs not only make room for atmosphere and melody but manage to retain the band’s classic heaviness. It’s both a celebration of the past and look at what was to come. J...2024-01-171h 25

Riff Worship#39 - Acid Bath - When the Kite String PopsIn this 2nd installment of our Sammy Duet trilogy, we look back to where it all began. While bands like Crowbar and Eyehategod were starting to make waves in the city of New Orleans, a group of outliers were creating noise well ahead of their time further south. They wore their influences on their sleeves combining the grooves of Sabbath, the intensity of Discharge, and the artistry of The Doors. No idea was left on the table, which made for a very eclectic debut release. With artwork that perfectly matched the album's dark lyrical themes, it instantly made a statement...2024-01-101h 17

Riff Worship#38 - Goatwhore - A Haunting CurseWith two albums under their belt and a newly signed deal with the legendary Metal Blade Records, Louisiana’s own Goatwhore were primed for domination. The band was out to make a statement, recruiting a young Zack Simmons behind the kit and extreme music veteran Erik Rutan (Cannibal Corpse, Hate Eternal) to help mold their sound. Combined with a bit of spite towards the detractors, Goatwhore were about to let loose an unrelenting fury onto the underground landscape. As our first episode of the year, take a trip down to the Deep South as we discuss Goatwhore’s 2006 violent opus A Ha...2024-01-031h 14

Riff Worship#36 - Twisted Sister - A Twisted ChristmasWhen reuniting after nearly two decades apart, the last thing fans expected of legendary New Jersey/New York hard rock band Twisted Sister was an ode to the most festive time of year. In 2006 the band released their final album which had a twisted take on all things holly & jolly...What if the Ramones sped up Sinatra? Or Iron Maiden added guitar harmonies to a Bing Crosby classic? Twisted Sister perfectly blends the classics with nods to their heroes for a fun, schlock-filled, hard rock Christmas record!Join Austin, Dylan, & Swindle Claus as they celebrate the holidays with Twisted Sister's...2023-12-201h 12

Riff Worship#35 - Alice In Chains - Jar Of FliesAlice In Chains had toured the world with the release of their massively successful sophomore album Dirt. By the time they returned to Seattle, however, two big changes had occurred. The band parted ways with their original bassist Mike Starr and they were unexpectedly evicted from their home. Fortunately, guitarist Jerry Cantrell had booked time with engineer Toby Wright during their tour under the guise of collaborating on new material. Unbeknownst to Wright, the band had nothing. After spending the last few years in front of high-watt amplifiers, ⁠Alice In Chains⁠ felt they desperately needed a palette cleanser. They moved into...2023-12-131h 17

Riff Worship#34 - NOFX - The DeclineAs the millennium was drawing to an end and a presidential election coming into play, NOFX’s outspoken songwriter “Fat” Mike Burkett began examining the American sensibility.What he found was selfishness, materialism, and several issues embedded in American culture that struck a chord (or riff) with him. With these themes weighing heavily on his mind and an extensive library of riffs to pull from, Fat Mike set out to create the band's magnum opus… an 18-minute-long, multifaceted, punk rock symphony.This week on Riff Worship, join us in celebrating NOFX’s “The Decline"Recommendations: Carnal Tomb - Embalmed In Decay Escuel...2023-12-0659 min

Riff Worship#32 - Megadeth - Countdown to ExtinctionAfter unleashing one of thrash metal’s crowning achievements with Rust in Peace, Megadeth were confronted with an important question: “Where do we go from here?” Would they continue down a path of technical precision or shy away from it completely? Anticipating the evolving music trends of the era, Dave Mustaine answered with something in the middle. While retaining the precision of the preceding album, this new release also incorporated more traditional song structures and larger than life hooks resulting in what was to become Megadeth’s most successful album. Join us this week on Riff Worship as we discuss the meta...2023-11-221h 29

Riff Worship#31 - Motörhead - 1916Motörhead had experienced a lot of adversity and change by the time they reached the ‘90s. With a four year gap between releases, the band traded one tumultuous record label relationship for the next and leader Lemmy Kilmister made the continental move from England to LA. This was a time for reinvention, but in true Motörhead fashion that just meant putting out the best version of what the band had to offer and that was loud, fast rock ‘n’ roll. Join us in celebrating a hidden gem of sorts from a band that was known for doing what the...2023-11-151h 28

Riff Worship#25 - Cattle Decapitation (Part 4)In the final installment of our Cattle Decapitation career-long deep dive, we dig into an era that may yield the most challenging and polarizing music of their discography.As we plunged into the end of the world with the massive Death Atlas, no one could have predicted that the album cycle would be marred with an almost 2-year pause due to a global pandemic.With no touring for the foreseeable future, the band continued to write what would eventually become their most recent offering Terrasite. If one thing was clear, 2023 cemented that Cattle Decapitation was...2023-10-042h 17

Riff Worship#23 - Cattle Decapitation (Part 2)With the release of their Metal Blade Records debut, Cattle Decapitation seemed focused on creating an album more akin to their death metal predecessors on To Serve Man. However, an evolution would occur over the next few years that would set them apart from the many trends in metal and hardcore throughout this time. It was clear that the band’s technical prowess and songwriting ability had grown by leaps and bounds on Humanure. The band would take this growth and fine tune it into a career highlight on Karma.Bloody.Karma. In 2009 we received The Harvest Floor: a mo...2023-09-201h 58

Riff Worship#22 - Cattle Decapitation (Part 1)There are some bands in extreme music whose catalog is so vital to the genre that it would be impossible to accurately describe in a single episode. It's been nearly 30 years since their inception and yet San Diego's Cattle Decapitationcontinue to evolve, releasing some of the best death metal of their career while others may have become stale or hung it up along the way. Over the next few weeks, Austin & Dylan will be taking a good look at Cattle Decapitation's extensive history as well as each of their 10 full-lengths. In this introductory episode, they'll cover the band's origins...2023-09-131h 24

Riff Worship#21 - Tribulation - Down BelowThis week on Riff Worship, Austin & Dylan continue their plunge into the world of Swedish metal with Tribulation's 2018 opus 'Down Below': a vampiric, genre-bending masterclass in songwriting, atmosphere, and all things the riff. It's exactly the kind of record that was written for the fan in the front row and the die-hard in the back of the house!Recommendations:Harms Way - "Devour"Wolves In The Throne Room - "Twin Mouthed Spring"Melissa - 'II'Incantation - "Invocation (Chthonic Merge) X"END - "Gaping Wounds of Earth"Green Lung - "Mountain Throne"Bad Religion - 'Suffer'2023-09-0648 min

Riff Worship#20 - Andy LaRocque (King Diamond)This week on Riff Worship, Austin & Dylan are joined by guitar virtuoso & record producer Andy LaRocque (King Diamond, Sonic Train Studios) to discuss owning & operating a recording studio, his origins in riff writing, as well as the 35th anniversary of King Diamond's ThemRecommendations:"Welcome Home" by King Diamond"Sleepless Nights" by King Diamond"A Mansion in Darkness" by King DiamondFor all updates on the show, follow us here:@distortion891 on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠Tune in LIVE to Vocal Distortion, Mondays at 6PM CST on FM89, ⁠⁠⁠⁠WONC.org⁠⁠⁠⁠, & the ⁠⁠⁠⁠iHeart Radio app⁠⁠⁠⁠RIFFS ON REPEAT PLAYLIST: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37W4wEyb5 2023-08-3049 min

Riff Worship#19 - James Wallwork (Faerie Ring)This week on Riff Worship, Austin & Dylan are joined by James Wallwork of Faerie Ring to discuss their latest riff infused offering 'WEARY TRAVELER' (out NOW via King Volume Records), working with Alex Kercheval (Coven, Postal Recording), cycling, Dick Dale, & more!Order 'Weary Traveler': https://kingvolume.8merch.us/product/faerie-ring-weary-traveler-lp/Recommendations: Dick Dale "The Zoo" by Scorpions "For Those Who Love To Live" by Thin Lizzy "Taking Out the Trash" by Endless Boogie "Existence Is Punishment" by CrowbarFor all updates on the show, follow us here:@distortion891 on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitte...2023-08-231h 05

Riff Worship#18 - Watain - The Wild HuntAfter nearly 3 demanding years of touring, Watain composed what could be considered their most grandiose and divisive album of their career. The mythologies and lore that surrounded the group were more present than ever in the record’s concept and lyrical themes. Musically, it was just as venomous and violent as their previous offerings, while still managing to push the boundaries of their sound into new territory. The inclusion of traditional vocals, hooks, and even a ballad, aimed to cement Watain as an anomaly of the genre. This week on Riff Worship, Austin & Dylan discuss the 2013 black metal opus Th...2023-08-161h 01

Riff Worship#17 - Cryptopsy - None So VileBy 1996 death metal started to become stale and stagnant, with a wave of copycats looking to replicate the success of the genre’s heavyweights. As we’ve covered in previous episodes, extreme music had flirted with the major label world, but did not quite achieve the lofty expectations that were unfairly placed on its gore obsessed shoulders. A return to the underground was the (left hand) path needed and it led to the Great White North. After unleashing their more traditionally-minded demo and full-length debut, Montreal’s Cryptopsy welcomed new additions to their lineup that not only sparked a change...2023-08-091h 00

Riff Worship#16 - Dio - Holy DiverIt's incredibly difficult for a musician to receive a single opportunity at mainstream success, let alone several, during their entire career. It takes drive, talent, and a lot of luck.Ronnie James Dio cut his teeth fronting groups like Elf, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, and Black Sabbath during the first half of his career. His fantastical lyrics and powerful vocal delivery were like a breath of fresh air, bringing in a much needed creative energy into the fold.After his eventual departure from Sabbath in the early '80s, the now 40-year-old singer found himself at...2023-08-0257 min

Riff Worship#15 - Morbid Angel - CovenantWith two genre-defining albums under their collective belt, Morbid Angel approached their third full-length with an unyielding intensity both musically and thematically. The added scale of promotion and distribution by then-Warner subsidiary Giant Records, MTV airplay, and the band's own determination cemented this album as one of death metal's highest creative and commercial peaks. This week on Riff Worship, Austin & Dylan discuss Morbid Angel's 30-year-old major label debut CovenantRecommendations: Harms Way - "Silent Wolf" Killer's Pay - Atlas Crushed Cryptopsy - "In Abeyance" Woe - "Scavenger Profits" Crown Magnetar - Everything Bleeds...2023-07-261h 01

Riff Worship#13 - Nate Garrett (Spirit Adrift)The year is 2003. Nu metal was experiencing its decline in popularity after nearly 10 years of domination and the guitar had seemingly taken a backseat across several forms of music. Even genre-heavyweights like Metallica were shying away from guitar solos to avoid sounding "outdated". Just when trends appeared to lean away from the antics and styles of the '70s & '80s, enter The Darkness: a band rooted in big guitars, big hooks, and big presentation. In the summer of 2003, the four-piece from Lowestoft dropped their debut album to an unsuspecting audience pining for hard rock to have a return...2023-07-121h 15

Riff Worship#11 - Nirvana - In UteroWith the release of the seminal grunge album Nevermind, Nirvana had positioned themselves (unwillingly) into unknown territories of superstardom. As pressures increased to meet and eclipse the success of Nevermind, the band entered the studio alongside audio engineer Steve Albini with their own set of rules and the intention to create a follow up that was more reflective of the music they wanted to make. The outcome was darker, moodier, nosier, and heavier than anything that preceded it. This week on Riff Worship, Austin & Dylan are joined by their longtime friend Justin Swindle to discuss Nirvana's classic third and...2023-06-281h 07

Riff Worship#10 - Thorr's Hammer - DommedagsnattWhat could your band put together in just 6 weeks? Would you have a few songs written or be ready to perform live? In less than 2 months, the death-doom quintet Thorr’s Hammer made their mark on underground music forever before vanishing into the ether. Consisting of a teenage Norwegian exchange student and several musicians from around the Seattle area, the band recorded a handful songs and played 2 gigs before ultimately disbanding. Thorr’s Hammer stands as a precursor to massively influential projects like Sunn O))) and Khanate as well as the long-standing label Southern Lord Recordings that continue to push the g...2023-06-2157 min

Riff WorshipMikey Harrod (Great Minds, Killer's Pay)This week Austin & Dylan welcome their friend Mikey Harrod (Great Minds, Killer's Pay) as the first-ever guest on Riff Worship! The trio discuss the latest Great Minds EP 'Livin' n Color', professional disc golfing, touring, as well as the influence of As I Lay Dying's 'Shadows Are Security' on Mikey's playing. Recommendations: MØL - Jord Rules of Engagement - "Moment of Truth" Ringworm - "No Solace, No Quarter, No Mercy" Mizmor - "No Place to Arrive" Cattle Decapitation - Terrasite Sum 41 - All Killer, No Filler, Does This Look Infected?, & Chuck Buggin - Concrete Cowboys A...2023-06-141h 25

Riff Worship#8 - Animosity - AnimalAs 2007 was coming to a close, deathcore had firmly taken its grasp, introducing metal & hardcore audiences to a new level of extremity. Alongside debut full-lengths from Job For A Cowboy & Suicide Silence, genre purveyors Animosity released what was to be their final album. This week on Riff Worship, Austin & Dylan discuss Animosity’s 'Animal', a furious bombardment of hardcore, technical death metal, & progressive leaning songs in a short 30-minute blast (beat)!Recommendations: Spinebreaker - Cavern of Inoculated Cognition Boris & Uniform - "You Are the Beginning" & "Not Surprised" Full Of Hell & Primitive Man - Suffocating Hallucination Vermin Wo...2023-06-071h 04

Riff Worship#7 - Human Remains - Using Sickness as a HeroA handful of extreme metal bands had established themselves by the mid to late 90's with an endless supply of imitators who copied the formula verbatim. However, a group from Hazlet, New Jersey dawned with 7-string guitars, odd effects, and an abstract view of songwriting quickly set themselves apart from the herd. Over a six year period, Human Remains released a unique blend of death metal, grindcore, and hardcore unlike anything before it. This brief but explosive moment in extreme music would serve as a foundation for several beloved off-shoots (Discordance Axis, Burnt by the Sun, Gridlink), but an...2023-05-3155 min

Riff Worship#6 - Left Hand Path & HeartworkIn this ongoing death metal discussion, Austin & Dylan weigh-in on two distinct milestones in extreme music. The buzzsaw-like guitar tones on Entombed's "Left Hand Path'' placed Sweden on the map for its specific approach to the genre that's influence can be felt to this day. Four years later, Carcass polarized their gore obsessed fanbase with the release of their melodic death metal classic "Heartwork".Austin & Dylan also discuss the impact of the Boss HM-2, Earache Records, as well as music recommendations: Voidceremony - Threads of Unknowing Faerie Ring - Weary Traveler Predatory Void - Seven Keys...2023-05-2456 min

Riff Worship#5 - Pull the Plug & The Time To Kill Is NowWe're not exactly sure how the Tampa Bay metropolitan area became the hub for producing perfectly crafted death metal, but it's hard to argue with these classics. Death's "Pull the Plug" is a defining moment in which the genre came into its own while "The Time To Kill Is Now" finds Cannibal Corpse nearly 20 years into their career with no signs of slowing down (hint: they didn't). Austin & Dylan also discuss Metallica's Lux Æterna, the importance of album artwork, the new 83-minute Bell Witch track, as well as some music recommendations: Heaven's Gate - Heaven's Gate E...2023-05-171h 08

Riff Worship#4 - Duality & ImperiumThis week's episode of Riff Worship could have opened the 2004 Ozzfest Main Stage as Austin and Dylan tackle two Roadrunner classics: Slipknot's keg-beating staple "Duality" along with Machine Head's "Imperium".For all updates on the show, follow us here:@distortion891 on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠Tune in LIVE to Vocal Distortion, Mondays at 6PM CST on FM89, ⁠⁠WONC.org⁠⁠, & the ⁠⁠iHeart Radio app⁠⁠RIFFS ON REPEAT PLAYLIST: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37W4wEyb5ELf2y0YYlhRy2?si=8529ae1e880d442c 2023-05-1050 min

Riff Worship#3 - Everything Dies & I Feel The Burning SunThis week on Riff Worship, Austin and Dylan take a look at two riffs by two bands that redefined heavy music throughout the 90's: "Everything Dies" finds Type O Negative at their absolute bleakest while "I Feel The Burning Sun" confirms Kirk Windstein's (Crowbar, Down, Eye Am) status as a riff mastermind. Other topics discussed include Peter Steele's tour exercise routine, "good-bad" music videos, meeting Kirk in Louisville, and more!For all updates on the show, follow us here:@distortion891 on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, & ⁠Twitter⁠Tune in LIVE...2023-05-0354 min

podcast Archives - Guys on the Radio: DJ ServiceSteve ‘Stove’ Pulaski Let’s get “Sleepless with Steve!” Steve Pulaski, also known as Stove, is an alumnus of NCC WONC and has worked several shifts at Studstill Media (WALS, Q, Classic Hits). He’s now the morning show host in Dubuque, IA. Although Shap and I have lived in the same area for years and are both North Central College alumni, we have never met Steve in person. However, we’re big fans of his movie reviews and pop culture commentary, and we’re excited to share our broadcast stories and love for cinema with him. https://www.stevepulaski.com h...2023-05-0200 min

Riff Worship#2 - Emerald & March of the Fire AntsThis week on Riff Worship, Austin and Dylan discuss the Celtic-inspired twin guitar attack on Thin Lizzy's "Emerald" along with the massive grooves of Mastodon's "March of the Fire Ants."For all updates on the show, follow us here:@distortion891 on Facebook, Instagram, & TwitterTune in LIVE to Vocal Distortion, Mondays at 6PM CST on FM89, WONC.org, & the iHeart Radio appRIFFS ON REPEAT PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37W4wEyb5ELf2y0YYlhRy2?si=8529ae1e880...2023-04-2655 min

Riff Worship#1 - Snowblind & BlackenedIn this debut episode, Austin and Dylan dive into Black Sabbath's drug anthem "Snowblind", followed by the apocalyptic guitar rhythms of Metallica's "Blackened."For all updates on the show, follow us here:@distortion891 on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, & ⁠Twitter⁠Tune in LIVE to Vocal Distortion, Mondays at 6PM CST on FM89, ⁠WONC.org⁠, & the ⁠iHeart Radio app⁠RIFFS ON REPEAT PLAYLIST: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37W4wEyb5ELf2y0YYlhRy2?si=8529ae1e880d442c 2023-04-191h 14

The Cardinal PodcastAthletic Trainer's Tracy Stephen & Andy SorensonThe Cardinal Podcast is back with another episode as hosts Lucas Burris and Sam Corbett sit down with North Central College Athletic Trainer's Tracy Stephen & Andy Sorenson to celebrate National Athletic Training Month in March! Tracy and Andy provide insights into the live of an athletic trainer here at North Central and we dive into why you should appreciate and thank an AT this month and every month!The Cardinal Podcast can be found on any podcast platform and is presented by WONC Sports, the official radio voice of North Central College Athletics. For more information go...2022-03-231h 11

The Cardinal PodcastMen's Basketball Player Shea CupplesThe Cardinal Podcast is back with another episode as hosts Lucas Burris and Sam Corbett sit down with North Central College Men's Basketball Player Shea Cupples! Cupples joins the podcast to recap the regular season for NCC Men's Basketball and preview the upcoming CCIW Tournament. The Cardinals are up to the #4 seed in the CCIW Tournament and will face off against the #5 seed Millikin Big Blue on Tuesday Night!The Cardinal Podcast can be found on any podcast platform and is presented by WONC Sports, the official radio voice of North Central College Athletics. For more information...2022-02-2231 min

The Cardinal PodcastMen's Volleyball Player Jared MoserThe Cardinal Podcast is back with another episode as hosts Lucas Burris and Sam Corbett si down with North Central College Men's Volleyball Player Jared Moser! Moser talks all things North Central Men's Volleyball coming off two big wins over top 5 ranked teams and an undefeated start to the 2022 season. The Cardinals are up to the #6 ranked team in the Division III and are looking to become the next North Central athletic team to chase a National Title. The Cardinal Podcast can be found on any podcast platform and is presented by WONC Sports, the official radio v...2022-02-1136 min

The Cardinal PodcastHead Football Coach Brad SpencerThe Cardinal Podcast makes its return with hosts Lucas Burris and Sam Corbett sitting down with North Central College Head Football Coach Brad Spencer in his first interview since being promoted to lead Division III Football powerhouse. Spencer spent the last six seasons as Offensive Coordinator for the Cardinals leading the offense to over 43 points per game and the top offensive in the country over the past two seasons. Spencer talks what it means to be Head Football Coach, what to expect moving forward from the program, and his long family history at North Central College.The...2022-02-0443 min

The Cardinal PodcastNCC Men's & Women's BasketballThis week on The Cardinal Podcast, Lucas Burris and Ryan Sartori recap the past week of North Central College Athletics action, including the conclusion of the men's and women's basketball regular seasons. The two also look ahead to this week's upcoming NCC Sports action and preview the CCIW Men's and Women's Basketball tournaments and the women's wrestling national tournament.2022-02-0138 min

HimprovementWhy Men Should Work On Self-improvement with Hamza Ahmed*Language Warning*In this episode, I spoke with Hamza Ahmed, a men's self improvement content creator who also does free one-on-one coaching sessions. We touched on motives for personal development, what sparked him to become a content creator, and some of the most important lessons he learned along the way. This is the first episode uploaded to the Himprovement YouTube channel. Click the link to check it out: https://youtu.be/n1DSoZ_WONcHamza's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/Hamza97/featuredHamza Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/40QXRYg4LuYdXrldhsWSUV?si...2021-04-0548 min

The Cardinal PodcastNCC Baseball Starting Pitcher Ryan BehlingThis week on The Cardinal Podcast, Lucas Burris and Ryan Sartori recap the week of March 22nd through March 28th for North Central College Athletics action, then Ryan sits down with North Central Baseball Starting Pitcher Ryan Behling to talk about his no-hitter earlier this season, and lastly, Ryan and Lucas look ahead to the week of March 29th through April 4th for NCC Sports action.00:40 - Introduction and Recaps 31:00 - Ryan Behling Interview 55:00 - NCC Sports Previews 2021-03-291h 02

The Cardinal PodcastNCC Softball Deep DiveThis week on The Cardinal Podcast, Lucas Burris and Ryan Sartori recap the week of March 15th through March 21st for North Central College Athletics action. Specifically, NCC Softball and NCC Baseball are both were action, and this week the pair dives deep into the NCC Softball record books to preview their season. Ryan and Lucas also look ahead to the week of March 22nd through March 28th for NCC Sports action.2021-03-2235 min

The Cardinal PodcastNCC Baseball Deep DiveThis week on The Cardinal Podcast, Lucas Burris and Ryan Sartori recap the week of March 8th through March 14th for North Central College Athletics action. Specifically, the second National Champion for NCC Wrestling in two weeks, this time on the men's side, Cody Baldridge. Then the pair dives deep into the NCC Baseball record books after Ryan Behling's no-hitter this weekend. Finally, Ryan and Lucas look ahead to the week of March 15th through March 21st for NCC Sports action.2021-03-1547 min

The Cardinal PodcastNCC Tennis Head Coach Ryan JumpThis week on The Cardinal Podcast, Lucas Burris and Ryan Sartori recap the week of March 1st through March 7th for North Central College Athletics action, then the pair sit down with North Central Men's and Women's Tennis Head Coach Ryan Jump to talk about the highly successful program he has begun to build, and lastly, Ryan and Lucas look ahead to the week of March 8th through March 14th for NCC Sports action, specifically previewing the Men's Wrestling Nationals this coming weekend. 00:40 - Introduction and Recaps24:00 - Ryan Jump Interview48:00 - This W...2021-03-0854 min

podcast Archives - Guys on the Radio: DJ ServiceStubhy from Lucky Boys ConfusionShap & JC met Stubhy and the rest of the band from LBC in summer of 1997 right after they first formed, before they even had a name. They went on the air with us, and our friends Dan Voight and Brad Peterson. We created a local band showcase for our college radio station, WONC, called Local Chaos, which is still on the air today. It was great to reminisce with Stubhy about those early days as well as get info on new Lucky Boys Confusion projects and a book he is writing. The post Stubhy from...2021-03-0500 min

podcast Archives - Guys on the Radio: DJ ServiceStubhy from Lucky Boys ConfusionShap & JC met Stubhy and the rest of the band from LBC in summer of 1997 right after they first formed, before they even had a name. They went on the air with us, and our friends Dan Voight and Brad Peterson. We created a local band showcase for our college radio station, WONC, […] The post Stubhy from Lucky Boys Confusion appeared first on Guys on the Radio.2021-03-0500 min

The Cardinal PodcastNCC Wrestling Head Coach Joe NortonThis week on The Cardinal Podcast, Lucas Burris and Ryan Sartori recap the past week of North Central College Athletics action, Lucas sits down with North Central Men's and Women's Wrestling Head Coach Joe Norton to recap their seasons and preview the postseason, and Ryan and Lucas look ahead to this week's upcoming NCC Sports action. 00:40 - Introduction02:55 - Basketball Recap12:50 - Wrestling Recap16:55 - Volleyball Recap19:50 - Track & Field Recap23:00 - Swimming Recap24:29 - Tennis Recap25:45 - Bowling Recap27:00 - J...2021-02-221h 08

The Cardinal PodcastInterview with Coach Todd RaridonA preview of what you can expect from The Cardinal Podcast:North Central College Men's Basketball kicks off their season this Saturday against North Park @ 2 PM, and MBB Coach Todd Raridon joined 'From The Upper Deck' to preview the upcoming season. In this Friday special episode catch the interview with Coach Raridon before the team plays on Saturday. 2021-01-2227 min

The Cardinal PodcastFrom The Upper Deck 01/17/21 + Interview with Coach Maggie McCloskey-BaxOn today's show, NCC Women's Basketball Head Coach Maggie McCloskey-Bax joins the show to preview the upcoming women's basketball season.We also talk about the upcoming NCC Basketball schedules, the heating up MLB offseason, the NHL season kickoff, the crazy NBA trade season, this week's College Basketball upsets and big games, the CFP National Championship game review, the Chicago Bears season in review, NFL Divisional Round scores, and NFL Head Coaching searches updates. Catch the live version of 'From The Upper Deck' every Sunday from 3 to 6 PM on FM 89.1 2021-01-182h 54

The Cardinal PodcastFrom The Upper Deck 01/10/21 + Interview with Coach Joe NortonOn today's show, NCC Men's and Women's Wrestling Coach Joe Norton joins the show to preview the men's and women's wrestling seasons + we talk the release of CCIW winter sports schedules, the MLB Offseason and the need for a salary cap floor, an NBA season update, College Basketball scores, CFP National Championship preview, Chicago Bears playoff coverage, and NFL "Super Wild Card Weekend" scores.Catch the live version of 'From The Upper Deck' every Sunday from 3 to 6 PM on FM 89.1 2021-01-112h 53