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Death Comes Lifting PodcastThe Death Comes Lifting Podcast #0 - Meet Your Hosts (Zak Bellante & Schuler Benson)WE ARE BACK.
REJOICE & LISTEN as your trusty hosts The Crypt Keeper (Zak) & The Cardio Killer / PhDeath (Schuler) rejoin forces and to WELCOME YOU BACK to the new & improved, re-lauchend DEATH COMES LIFTING PODCAST.
In this episode we UPDATE YOU on all that has been going down behind the scenes, and our big plans for the future.
Of course, no DCL Podcast would be had without talking a little heavy metal & fitness.
Thank YOU for being apart of this journey with us, FREAKS!
We're just getting started.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS BONUS EPISODE - Schuler Benson & Zak BellanteYour favorite death metal co-hosts talk about sex, drugs, and rock & roll... Minus the sex.
We hope you enjoy this as much as we did.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #33 - Igor Cavalera Jr. (Go Ahead And Die)Join your trusty Lifts & Riffs duo as we chat the multi-faceted man with metal royalty in his bloodline, Igor Cavalera Jr. Not only do we get into his band 'Go Ahead And Die' with his approach to writing, recording, and playing music live; we also dive deep into his creative process in authoring books. We also talk early life, finding influences, and continuing to pioneer metal froward in a positive way.
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#43 - Lia Montelongo (Sindel - Mortal Kombat 3)The Princess of Outworld HERSELF has graced The Death Comes Lifting Podcast to talk all things Mortal Kombat, Yoga, Health, Wellness, and being a better person through fitness.
Lia is a force to be reckoned with as she portrayed Sindel in MK 3 & Trilogy, as well as Tanya in MK 4 & Sereena in MK Mythologies: Sub-Zero; she currently teaches yoga & works in the fitness industry in Chicago.
https://www.instagram.com/liamontelongo/?hl=en
Catch her & the original Mortal Kombat cast at fan events around the world by checking here: https://www.instagram.com/knuckle_upnow/?h...2021-05-1730 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol 19. - DehumanizerWELCOME BACK TO CHURCH, FREAKS!
This week's Sabbath Sunday sermon covers "Dehumanizer", the last official Black Sabbath record with DIO on vocals.
JOIN The Lifting Dead Army & The Crypt Keeper for a chat on all things heavy metal vs grunge, weight training programs, welding school with Mohawk Mandy, more awesome book/music/media recommendations, drag queens in Australia, and much more.
Thanks for listening, FREAKS!
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs 32 - Caskets Open (Timo Ketola, Antti Ronkainen)The boys are back with Finland’s finest doom rockers, CASKETS OPEN. We explor international culture shock & conspiracies with Schuler..again, band history & recording process, Danzig vs Misfits vs Samhain, meet the mysterious album artwork mascot, Type O Negative influences.. AND MORE! Check out their new record, “Concrete Realms Of Pain”’OUT NOW via Seeing Red Records https://casketsopen-fi.bandcamp.com/album/concrete-realms-of-pain
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 19 - TYRWELCOME BACK TO CHURCH, FREAKS!
In our efforts to WAKE YALL UP to the Tony Martin era of Sabbath, we cover a long forgotten gem in the Black Sabbath's legacy, the Norse mythology-based 1990 record, "TYR."
We compare & contrast it to Heaven & Hell / The Mob Rules, and talk about what was going on behind the scenes during this time. We also talk important things like LIFTING & TATTOOS.
Thanks for listening.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #31 - Karl Sanders (Nile)The Lifts & Riffs boys are HONORED ONCE AGAIN to talk to a death metal LEGEND, Karl Sanders from NILE.
In addition serenading us with live riff playing & exotic instruments, we have an energizing chat about his hard working death metal mindset, martial arts experience, HP Lovecraft, ancient Egyptian history, and an awesome Black Sabbath worship session.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 18 - HEADLESS CROSS (and Mortal Kombat)WELCOME BACK TO CHURCH, FREAKS!!
On this week's show, we cover what many believe to be Sasbbath's best record, the hidden gem in their catalog, "Headless Cross" featuring Tony Martin on vocals & Cozy Powell on drums.
We talk Mortal Kombat & action movies for the rest of the time.
Thank YOU for listening, FREAKS!!
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #30 - Wretched InfernoColin, TJ, & Will from the world's finest middle school - aged death metal band, Wretched Inferno join the Lifts & Riffs boys for an intellectual discussion on all things: current vs old school death metal, gore vs psychological horror, Godzilla vs King Kong, college decisions, Black Sabbath education, and more band history & inspirations. These dudes rule and are totally inspiring. Catch them here: https://wretchedinferno.bandcamp.com/
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #29 - Rob Barett (Cannibal Corpse)The Lifts & Riffs boys are HONORED to welcome the guitar player of their favorite death metal band fo all time, Rob Barrett of Cannibal Corpse, on the show. Join us in talking to him on the release date of their 15th record, Violence Unimagined, to discuss all things related to the writing & recording process of the album.
Listen to hear what he thinks new co-guitarist Erik Rutan brings to the fold & how they worked together to forge a new sound, recording one of their most brutal works to date during the pandemic, how they keep up playing hard & heavy as th...2021-04-231h 08
Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 17 - Eternal IdolWELCOME BACK TO CHURCH, FREAKS!
We are gathered here today with the freaks of The Lifting Dead Army to discuss a record not overly enjoyed by many, Sabbath's first record with legendary vocalist Tony Martin, The Eternal Idol. Listen on to find out the crazy backstory behind the recording of this record, & how the models on the cover artwork almost died.
We also talk powerlifting, licorice / candy in a nutrition program, early 00's horror films, soundtracks, and morgue usual weirdness.
Cheers, FREAKS!
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #28 David Bruno (Summoning the Lich)A usual nerdy discussion between the Lifts & Riffs boys and high fantasy master David Bruno of Summoning the Lich encapusaltes: Cannibal Corpse "Tomb of the Mutilated" album artwork conspiracy theories, working technology into decomposed corpses, what it means to be "accessible" death metal, Summoning the Lich's world building writing process, future plans, favorite bands, nerdy inspirations, favorite Black Sabbath records & Cannibal Corpse's underrated albums, all right here. Right now. Lifts. Riffs. DO IT.
Check out their heavy concept album, United In Chaos, HERE: https://www.summoningthelich.com
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 16 - Seventh StarWELCOME BACK TO CHURCH, FREAKS!
Today marks the start of exploring an interesting, forgotten era of Black Sabbath. We start with 1986's "Seventh Star" featuring Glenn Hughes on vocals.
The Crypt Keeper is left ALONE this week to talk about Bill Ward, upcoming Death Comes Lifting productions, and Black Sabbath History.
STICK AROUND TO THE END for the Marvel-style-post-credits behind the screams feature with THE LIFTING DEAD ARMY!
Thank YOU , freaks!!
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS #27 - Justin Pierrot (Stormland)JOIN the LIFTS & RIFFS BOYS as they ride into the Great White North to chat with the nicest Canadian death metal warrior, Justin Pierrot. Justin is responsible for the blistering music in STORMLAND and we discuss things nerdy tech-death, manga & anime, slam influence, jazz fusion, Cheap Trick, passion for playing the art of death metal, recording equipment, & nuclear power.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/death-comes-lifting/support2021-04-091h 07Death Comes Lifting Podcast#42- Andrew Thom (Animation Artist, Marital Artist, Tough Mudder, Metalhead)The Mustache Man himself, internet sensation fitness guru & fellow horror/comic/heavy metal nerd Andrew Thom joins The Crypt Keeper for an introductory chat to The Lifting Dead Army.
You can check out his viral video "Tough Mudder Training" and more he has to offer here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YErZ5GjOyas
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath EASTER Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 15 - BORN AGAINWelcome back to CHURCH for this Sabbath EASTER Sunday IRON WORSHIP sermon conveniently covering their 1983 record, BORN AGAIN.
What a better way to celebrate the resurrection than with Black Sabbath's underrated gem with Ian Gillian of Deep Purple on vocals. It's heavy, it's weird, and we talk all about it & its rich history including: tequila fueled car crashes, pyro bombs, midgets from Star Wars dressed as demon babies, sinking boats, pissing off local priests, Stonehenge, hidden satanic messages, and MORGUE Easter-friendly content from The Lifting Dead Army!!!
Plant-based lasagna recipe included free of charge.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #26 - Nick Nedley (Inoculation)STEP RIGHT UP for an OUT OF THE WORLD EPISODE of LIFTS & RIFFS!! The boys are honored to forge a new friendship with the alien-believing, Bruce Campbell-worshipping, pizza-slinging, bass-grooving master Nick from tech death masters Inouculation from the mighty lands of Cleveland, Ohio. In what is sure to be our most off-the-rails podcast to date, witness the madness as we talk extraterrestrial conspiracies, horror films, psychedelic experiences, Predator, and more.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 14 - The Mob RulesKong vs Godzilla? Ozzy vs Dio.
JOIN US for a chat with the BOYS of The Lifting Dead Army: Adam "The Door Warrior" Gorak & Joe "The Batman Of Nebraska" Smith as we discuss our favorite kaiju films, our opinions of The Mob Rules, lifting & nutrition, and much more.
As always, this was killer. Thanks for listening freaks.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #25 - Austin Haines (Outerheaven)OUTERHEAVEN is currently reigning as one of the most unique new bands in the death metal underground, and the brains of the operation, Austin Haines, was cool enough to open up on his creative process on Lifts & Riffs! Stick around for a chat about old school death metal revival, horror vs sci-fi, shit going wrong in space, Lovecraft, and some GREAT Erik Rutan stories.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol 13 - Heaven & HellPROTECTORS OF THE REALM... Welcome back the CHURCH!!
On this week's episode we cover the first of the Ronnie James Dio era of Black Sabbath with "Heaven & Hell" ... with ENTRANCE MUSIC by The Door Warrior himself, Adam Gorak on guitar.
The general consensus, whether you prefer Ozzy or Dio, is it rules. However, we do debate a little Dio vs Ozzy, talk Sabbath history behind this record, hippie van murals, how Australia works, Stephen King book recommendations, and more awesome stuff with the awesome freaks of The Lifting Dead Army.
Thanks for listening!!!2021-03-2140 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #24 - Frank Albanese (Hath)It’s always an honor to talk to our favorite underground metal musicians, and Frank from the almighty HATH is certainly no exception. While we wait for him to come on please enjoy the usual Zak & Schuler Cannibal Corpse & keto/ vegetarian banter.. followed an intriguing chat on Hath's creative writing & recording process, pandemic life, influences, touring, Black Sabbath (of course), and MUCH MORE! https://hathnj.bandcamp.com
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Suzi is a true rock & roll icon and we are honored to have had the chance to talk to her.
Check out her new record, books, and everything else HERE: http://www.suziquatro.com
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol 12. - Lifts & Riffs SPECIAL: Vol. 4 Super Deluxe ReissueJOINING US for CHURCH this week is none other than The Crypt Keeper's LIFTS & RIFFS PODCAST CO-HOST Schuler "The Cardio Killer" Benson of Death Drive 90.5 to throughly nerd out on the glorious Black Sabbath Vol 4 Super Deluxe Boxset Reissue.
Naturally, we talk ALL things Black Sabbath and what is included in this new boxset. Black Sabbath touches our heavy metal souls deeply and it is an honor to share this experience with YOU... The Lifting Dead Army.
Thank you to Schuler for being the first & only Sabbath Sunday Podcast guest to grace us with h...2021-03-1442 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #23 - Karl Willets (Memoriam, Bolt Thrower)Death metal LEGEND Karl Willets, best known for his work in Bolt Thrower, graces the Lifts & Riffs boys with his presence to converse about his current project; Memoriam. We talk pandemic politics, writing songs about war for decades, how the pandemic changed his songwriting process for the new record, working with grand concepts, Dan Seagrave artwork, tie-dying t-shirts, Black Sabbath... and BEER!
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 11 - Never Say Die!This week's sermon covers the controversial, final Black Sabbath record of the Ozzy era, "Never Say Die!" ... and ALL the weirdness that comes with that.
The wrecking crew showed up this week to talk endurance racing, powerlifting, diets, witchcraft trails, psychedelic, and Church of Mystery.
As always, THANK YOU for listening, FREAKS!
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #22 - Professor Pizza (Axeslasher)HORRORS AWAIT as the Lifts & Riffs duo explore the deranged mind of Professor Pizza, frontman for horror thrash legends, Axeslasher... whom write capital E - Evil riffs!!
We talk all things realted to their new debut LIVE record "Dead Alive", SLAYER, horror film & Friday The 13th trivia, the interpretation of art vs responsibility of the artist in regards to the horror/ extreme metal genres, and of course... pizza.
Check their new record "Dead Alive" out here:
https://axeslasher.bandcamp.com/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/death-comes-lifting/support2021-03-051h 46Death Comes Lifting Podcast#41 - Adam Hayward (Hayward Media Coaching)Based in the UK, Adam uses his unique "Narrative In Motion" technique to help musicians & artist promote their work with their own story. We talk storytelling being the most ancient form of communication and all the lessons that are left to be learned from that. His coaching mindset is all about service to others to give back to the world, in true heavy metal fashion. As always, we also talk about Black Sabbath.
https://www.facebook.com/HaywardMediaCoaching/
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This week we cover what we are calling Black Sabbath's MOST UNDERRATED record, "Technical Ecstasy."
The Lifting Dead Army as always shows up strong from discussion on health, wellness, and everything in between.
Stick around for our music recommendations ranging from everything from the "Judgement Night" soundtrack to the new Alice Cooper album, Gravediggaz to The Bloody Hammers, and our go-to pump up leg day anthems. We also briefly debate Dio vs Ozzy. It was a lot of fun.
Join TODAY to JOIN the podcasts at th...2021-02-2834 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #21 - Gabriel Franco (Unto Others)Unto Others (formerly Idle Hands) frontman & mastermind Gabe Franco joins the Lifts & Riffs duo for a conversation centered around his eclectic musical influences & songwriting style, creating music for all audiences, a glimpse into their new record, changing the band name, David Bowie's Berlin Trilogy, staying mentally healthy during the pandemic, and more of our usual shenanigans.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 9 - SabotageWelcome BACK to CHURCH, FREAKS! This week's Iron Worship sermon covers Death Comes Lifting's FAVORITE Black Sabbath record, Sabotage, in all its weirdness & glory.
We also talk Bill Ward's underwear, coffee, spot-reducing fitness myths, murder-folk music, the lasting effects of only listening t o punk and/or death metal music as a teenager, and much more important subjects.
Don't miss The Crypt's over-caffeinated podcasts every SABBATH SUNDAY live with The Lifting Dead Army via ZOOM at 830am EST.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #20 - Tom Cronin (Celestial Sanctuary)UK death metal legends in the making, Celestial Sanctuary, have a NEW ALBUM coming out via REDEFINING DARKNESS RECORDS on March 26th; and we were lucky enough to talk to band mastermind Tom Cronin all about it. We dive into UK vs USA culture shock with Zak & Schuler, UK extreme metal history, the pros & cons of recording during quarantine, loving Metallica, and of course, writing bad ass riffs.
https://www.redefiningdarkness.com
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday IRON WORSHIP Vol. 8 - Sabbath BLOODY VALENTINE'S DayThe Crypt Keeper & joined by the faithful warriors of The Lifting Dead Army to discuss Balck Sabbath 5th record, "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath" in all of it's progressive weirdness & heavy metal dungeon recording glory.
We get down to IMPORTANT topics such as working out in only underwear, how to schedule recovery days, our favorite Valentine's Day cheat meals / spooky actives, AC/DC, and more pizza.
Always a pleasure, FREAKS!
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #19 - James Genez (Jungle Rot)WE RIDE AGAIN with one of our death metal heroes, "Jungle Rot Jimmy." He holds nothing back when talking the current state of the world, predicting the future through music, how he balances sociopolitical commentaries with horror & gore in Jungle Rot lyrics, the early days of Fleshgrind, getting older while continuing to shred death metal, staying healthy with yoga, and much more.
Jimmy is a wonderful personality responsible for some of the extreme music out there, it was an honor to talk to him.
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In today's sermon, we cover Black Sabbath's "Vol. 4" in all its excessive detail.
We talk balancing you with lifting, working around injuries, having Death as a teacher, music or no music for mediation / workouts , and the right things to consume for you.
Don't be afraid to be different. It worked for Sabbath, it will work for you.
The Crypt Keeper's level of caffeinated insanity was brought to you by Catfight Coffee.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS #18 - Steve Tucker (Morbid Angel, Warfather)It is with GREAT HONOR that we get to talk to Steve Tucker, lead vocalist & bassist for Morbid Angel circa 96-03, & 2015 - currently reigning today. We talk defining eras of the band, the songwriting process for his many different projects, how the "hardest worker in the room" type mindset earned him death metal legend status, and everything from his workout routine to where we can find the best edibles on the road.
Please enjoy the extended intro in which Zak & Schuler discuss Cannibal Corpse is full detail while we wait for Steve to join us.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 6 - Master Of RealtiyWelcome back to CHURCH, freaks!! On this week's epsiode we focus on the holy grail, Black Sabbath's 1971 release, Master Of Reality in all of its woke glory.
We also discuss heavily the topics of guyliner, the best live show we've ever attended (rip), bodyweight workouts, and the spiritual themes hidden in Sabbath's work.
DIG IT UP! Thank YOU to ALL Lifting Dead Army members that attend our weekly service.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #17 - Samantha Mobley (Frozen Soul)We are pleased to welcome Samantha Mobley, the bassist of breaking new death metal band FROZEN SOUL onto Lifts & Riffs!!
She talks her upbringing in the tight metal scene of Ft. Worth Texas, battling the stresses of COVID while recording a new album for their first time on a major label, producing Frozen Soul's first livestream, "Wrecking Ball Madness", in an industrial freezer, the importance of mental health, and more!
Samantha also works as a tattoo artist and totally embodies old school heavy metal work ethic with the sweetest attitude. Dig our awesome conversation and p...2021-01-291h 00Death Comes Lifting Podcast#40 - Dee Barker (Exercise Physiologist, Body Change Specialist)Dee Barker is a CEO, fitness professional, personal trainer, and creator of patented body change visualization technology, View 2 Lose.
We talk about current vs old trends in the fitness industry, the best ways to lose weight, the future of technology in the fitness industry, the right way to "diet", and much more.
You can download View 2 Lose in the App Store NOW:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/view2lose/id946496671
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday Iron Worship Vol. 5 - ParanoidWELCOME BACK TO CHURCH FREAKS! In today's sermon, we cover Black Sabbath's 1970 magnum opus, PARANOID. We talk classic 70's rock & metal taking on new meanings over time, why Iron Man should be the Pittsburgh Steeler's theme song because STYX blows, chicken wing cheat meals, the lifting dead army's favorite lifting music, and Australian horror films. To say the least, we cover a lot of ground.
If you are new to Black Sabbath and/or our Sabbath Sunday Podcast, we suggest you start with PARANOID. Thank us later.
Thank YOU FREAKS for listening and making these...2021-01-2443 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #16 - Greg Burgess (Allegaeon, Nuclear Power Trio)MASTER of the 8-string guitar, GREG BURGESS of ALLEGAEON, joins The Lifts & Riffs duo for a killer conversation on Allegaeon's latest record, band history, his many musical other endeavors, and the pros & cons involved in being the bands eldest member. Greg also talks about the mental and emotional struggles of the year while offering how he continues to overcome those obstacles by staying healthy, positive, and continuing shred death metal. Most importantly, he is now involved on our campaign to wake the world up to the Tony Martin era of Black Sabbath. Greg rules, check out all of his p...2021-01-221h 06Death Comes Lifting Podcast#39 - Lifting Dead Army TRAINER SPECIAL with Bonnie Gillespie (@frightandfit)Warlord Wednesday Special!! Our very own Lifting Dead Ghoul TRAINER Bonnie "Frightandfit" Gillespie joins The Crypt Keeper for a discussion on experience in the fitness industry, common trainer myths vs realities, setting & accomplishing goals, overcoming obstacles & anxieties, and of course HORROR MOVIES and rock & roll.
We are honored to have her on staff in The Crypt providing training, inspiration, & infinite wisdom to The Lifting Dead Army.
YOU can train with HER and ALL OF US when YOU JOIN THE LIFTING DEAD ARMY here:
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday IRON WORSHIP Vol. 4 - Back to the Creation (1970)WELCOME BACK TO CHURCH, FREAKS!
And this is a special sermon, because today, our Sabbath Sunday Podcast Series has made a complete cycle around the heavy metal universes's axis BACK to Black Sabbath's 1970 debut studio record, "Black Sabbath."
We talk DESTINY, looking at your misfortunes as blessings, RIFFS, creating heavy metal, believing in your unique self, and HARD WORK.
The Lifting Dead Army also sheds their infinite wisdom on aliens, fast food, and healthy vs unhealthy vegan options.
YOU CAN JOIN and get more details on our Mental Kombat Training Program an...2021-01-1745 minDeath Comes Lifting Podcast#38 - Healing with Heavy Metal w/ Kate Quinn (Psychologist, Heavy Metal Therapy)It is an honor to be joined by THE Heavy Metal Therapist, Kate Quinn, from Yorkshire, England. She leads the social media group "Heavy Metal Therapy" which is a community of metalheads who have improved their well being through music as therapy. The group features helpful resources, articles, playlists and more. Kate is also an actual working psychologist that talks to us about her research, studies, and more on how heavy metal music can save lives.
We also talk about Yorkshire pudding. She rocks. Check it out.
https://heavymetaltherapy.co.uk
IG: @heavymetaltherapy2021-01-1643 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #15 - Trevor Strnad (The Black Dahlia Murder)The Crypt Keeper & The Cardio Killer are THRILLED to nerd out with the one & only Trevor of The Black Dahlia Murder.
We talk the bands enduring legacy through the early days of freaking out MySpace & Warped Tour to their current reign in legitimate death metal infamy. Trevor, known for his brilliantly twisted lyrics & themes, sheds light on his writing process, and much more.
Hear us talk about their new record, Verminous, which is out via Metal Blade NOW!
Like, Listen, & Subscribe so we can get Trevor back on.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday IRON WORSHIP Vol. 3 - Blizzard of OzzWe are joined by noble members of The Lifting Dead Army AGAIN for this weeks discussion on Ozzy’s debut solo record & how listening to Black Sabbath while taking care of your mind, body, and spirit (such as found within Death Comes Lifting’s training programs) will make this crazy world a better place. We also talk about Mad Max.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday IRON WORSHIP #2 - Mental Kombat & Geezer Butler LIVE with The Lifting Dead Army!WELCOME BACK TO CHURCH, FREAKS!
The Sabbath Sunday IRON WORSHIP Podcast commences with out FIRST EVER LIVE ZOOM RECORDING featuring our noble Lifting Dead Army Warriors: Mikey “The Warlord” Golas, Amanda “Mohawk Mandy” Kenberg, & JOE SMITH.
We gather here today to discuss Death Comes Lifting’s NEW mediation, yoga, & martial arts - based training program, MENTAL KOMBAT. The Crypt Keeper addresses all questions & concerns pertaining to the new program as we all discuss the importance of mental health & community during this time.
This week’s sacred audio is Geezer Butler’s solo record “Plastic Planet” by g/z/r. We dive into that and...2021-01-0334 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #14 - John McEntee of INCANTATIONA true founding father of death metal , John McEntee HIMSELF, of the almighty Incantation, was kind enough to lend us his time & infinite wisdom on our Lifts & Riffs Podcast series.
We talk mindset of the early days making music before this genre even existed, leading the band through many lineup changes, his personal evolution from guitar player to frontman and band leader, insight on the writing & recording process, and of course; we leave plenty of time for Iommi worship. You'll never guess what HIS favorite Black Sabbath record is...
This episode was a true pleasure and we can't thank John & I...2021-01-011h 19Death Comes Lifting PodcastSabbath Sunday IRON WORSHIP Podcast #1 - New Year's Resolutions & IOMMI!Welcome back to CHURCH, freaks!!! The Church of Sabbath Sunday IRON WORSHIP, that is.
Formally known as our "Sabbath Sunday Solocast" available ONLY to The Lifting Dead Army Patreons; we have rebranded for 2021 into making this podcast series available to EVERYONE! JOIN The Army to attend the LIVE ZOOM MEETING recording of ALL Sabbath Sunday podcast Q&A's, ONLY available to Patreon subscribers.
Here is Episode ONE (that is actually episode 29 if you listened from day 1).
We talk about the real importance of Christmas / pagan holidays, mental health combat in the material world, an...2020-12-2735 minDeath Comes Lifting Podcast#37 A Very CALABRESE Christmas w/ Davey Calabrese (Calabrese - guitar, vocals)Calabrese is a band of 3 real brothers best known for their genre-warping horror rock & roll full ok hooks, anthems, riffs, ghosts, vampires, and occult goat figures.
Eldest brother and lead singer Davey joins us today for a talk on the bands eclectic discography, the content & social media business of the pandemic, favorite horror films, Danzig being Danzig, Christmas traditions, Italian brotherhood, and MORE.
Their latest record, "Flee The Light", is OUT NOW along with their wide array of fantastic merchandise.
https://www.calabreserock.com/?fbclid=IwAR2DEPDg-djxWIfORY0SfyMN8tt6wfZ4uEHiEEVqKtPUsFZNy2iZ8y3abE...2020-12-2432 minDeath Comes Lifting Podcast#36 Out Of Place Pt. IV w/ Frank Schiffman (Author, Marketing Director, Business Manager)Welcome back to our Out Of Place podcast series with Pittsburgh author, Frank Schiffman. In this episode he reads his shirt story "My Brother's Keeper." Frank Schiffman grew up in the East End of Pittsburgh. He graduated from Penn State and went on to build a successful 40 year career in sales and marketing working for mid-size companies and Fortune 500 powerhouses. Through his stories, Frank pulls forward the roots, pathways and lessons learned during his life’s journeys with the hope of encourages others to reach within themselves and share their own adventures.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #13 - Finland's Finest w/ Cryptic Hatred (Eemil Lajoma - Vocals/Guitar)The Lifts & Riffs boys are BACK & BREAKING BORDERS to the beloved melodic death metal homelands of Finland. We are joined by 17 year old mastermind Eemil Lajoma who supplies growls & riffs to old school death metal worshippers, Cryptic Hatred. In this wholesome conversation, we discuss Finland vs US (in which we discover Schuler knows more about Finland than most people in Finland) in terms of music, horror, and of course, COVID 19. We debate who the essential Finnish metal band is, discuss classic 90's era influences & obscure cuts in the genre that keeps on giving, all while Eemil reminds us that...2020-12-0954 minDeath Comes Lifting Podcast#35 - Out Of Place PT. III w/ Frank Schiffman (Author, Marketing Director, Business Manager)In this episode, Frank shares his most unique short story to date, "Burned." The store & our following conversation is centered around his upbringing in the historic Morningside neighborhood of Pittsburgh.
We share insight on the importance of the childhood environment, instilling an appreciation for work ethic at a young age, family traditions, & more that led Frank on his path to success.
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https://www.catfightcoffee.com
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Dig it up here:
https://intoxicatedflorida.bandcamp.com
Intoxicated are currently one of the only death metal bands playing LIVE SHOWS and if YOU miss that energy as much as we do.. CHECK OUT the...2020-10-2839 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLifts & Riffs #12 - The Horrors of VHS w/ Mike Hochins (VHS)'Tis the Season.. OF THE LIFTS!! And RIFFS as we talk to the man behind the tongue-in-rotted-cheek horror death-grind masters VHS, Mike Hochins.
We dig into opinions the horror films the current generation vs the classic obscure influences, VHS's writing process & philosophy, Halloween recommendations, and much morgue.
LISTEN TO VHS's NEW album "Gore From Beyond The Stars" coming in NOVEMBER!
Pre-Order & more info HERE: https://vhshorror.bandcamp.com
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Frank is the author of several short stories, including: Out of Place, Burned, A Life Time Experience for Twenty-five Cents, My Bluebird of Happ...2020-10-0856 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS 11: The Cult of CRYPTICUS! An Exercise In Death Metal Passion w/ Patrick Bruss (Cyrpticus, Megatrends In Brutality)Lifts & Riffs is proud to navigate the fierce waters of underground death metal with Patrick Bruss. He is truly one of the utmost passionate fans of the genre we've ever spoken to, and he pours that (like embalming fluid) into his own project, Crypticus. He is ALSO a producer & engineer responsible for mixing death metal royalty like Impetigo, Ribspreader and MORGUE!
JOIN US as we: Discuss Fear Factory for an hour! Hail Six Feet Under's newest release as the greatest record EVER! Worship Rogga Johansson! Worship obscure sci-fi films! It's a full metal nerd assault and YOU better be...2020-10-071h 20Death Comes Lifting Podcast#31 - BULKTOBER SOLOCAST with The Crypt Keeper! (Pumpkinreps Q&A)https://deathcomeslifting.com/blogs/news/pumpkinreps
To celebrate the release of PUMPKINREPS, our NEW MUSCLE BUILDING TRAINING PROGRAM & properly kickoff the BULKTOBERFEST season I hath decided to resurrect the SOLOCAST for YOU! The Cypt Keeper answers many questions related to the Pumpkinreps training program like how to maximize fat loss WHILE gaining muscle, how to structure your training based on goals, Count Chocula VS Boo Berry VS Frankenberry, the best Halloween soundtrack, setting your day up for success in & out of the gym, cheat meal theories, blood, guts, weights, & monsters. This was a lot of fun. Ask...2020-10-0235 minDeath Comes Lifting Podcast#31 - Out Of Place with Frank Schiffman Pt. 1 (Pittsburgh Author, Marketing Director, Business Manager)Pittsburgh has always been responsible for nurturing some of the world's most unique leaders, inspiring stories, & old-school work ethic; and author Frank Schiffman is certainly no exception.
PART ONE of our "Out Of Place" podcast series with Frank details his humble beginnings working in the Pittsburgh's historic and infamous Strip District produce yards in the 1970's. We talk how those experiences set up his future successes in marketing & business, the importance of mentorship, work ethic, as well as passion for what you do.
Frank is the author of several short stories, including: Out of Place, Burn...2020-09-2953 min
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS EPISODE 10: Creature Feature Death Metal w/ Jonathan Lozo (Casket Slime, Acid Cross, Purveyors of Sonic Doom)It isn't often we get a LIFTING DEAD ARMY WARLORD & riff mastermind behind our current favorite death metal band, CASKET SLIME in the same place... wait, they're the same person!! Jonathan Lozo has graced the Lifts & Riffs Podcast duo with an hour's worth of insight into Casket Slime's crazy songwriting process, drum machines, Leprechaun & Phantasam sequels, Octoman & more!!
Jonathan also shreds in multiple other projects including Acid Cross & Purveyors of Sonic Doom. Check them out at the links below.
Stick around to the end for some good 'ol fashioned CHRIS BARNES conspiracy theories, political rantings, an...2020-09-241h 12Death Comes Lifting Podcast#30: The World of a HORROR COLLECTOR with Brandon Bellante (Brandon's Horror Museum, DCL Blood Brother, Rob Zombie Enthusiast)Brandon is a professional horror collector, death metal guitar aficionado, Lifting Dead Army Warrior, & professional barber operating out of Pittsburgh, PA.
His horror collection is unlike any YOU have ever seen. Join us as we nerd out together on the insane world of horror collecting, horror conventions, horror fans, Rob Zombie's Halloween films & MUCH MORGUE!!
He is currently promoting his new YOUTUBE CHANNEL: "Brandon's Horror Museum"
More importantly than all of that, he's my cousin. And one of the best dudes of all time. Keep your eyes peeled for a Death Comes Lifting col...2020-09-101h 15
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS EPISODE 9: The Meat & Potatoes of DEATH METAL with Michael Marshall (Barbaric Brutality label owner)We've said it before, we'll say it AGAIN... The death metal business is a SERIOUS business! And THAT'S why when we see new labels emerging that operate with genuine passion, enthusiasm, and love for the art; we can't help but get dig into it. Such is the case with BARBARIC BRUTALITY and it's mastermind Michael Marshall. Starting operations just this year, Barbaric Brutality already has several promising releases under their belt, with lots more to come. Listen to find out all that went into it, what we can expect in the future, how you can get stronger by powerlifting...2020-08-281h 13
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS #8: PURGATORY (Tori Belle & Stacy Beth of PURGATORY)In the world of death metal tapes & obscure horror films rises from the ashes a killer duo of beauty & pain, Tori Belle (from hell) and Stacy Beth of PURGATORY; a YouTube channel and media outlet dedicated to serving you the best underground metal and horror film reviews.
You can find them HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6y10yAMYHYa0pvu-VMpRxA
And on IG @toribellefromhell & @stacybethh
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Check out Master Pesina at his school, Chicago Wushu & online here:
http://masterpesina.com/?fbclid=IwAR1RDM6qTHujIkwDf0O7Yjg0bEY-GNhtVb9cncq4V8Kq6YzvzqSXcQ5Szs0
https://www.facebook.com/realjohnnycage/
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#28: Death Metal, Aliens, & Iron w/ Sean Benson (Desert Wastelands Productions)Desert Wastelands Productions has proven themselves to be one of the most original & prominent labels in the world of underground metal. After joining us on Episode 5 of our “Lifts & Riffs” Podcast Series (you can check out HERE https://www.deathcomeslifting.com/podcast/2020/6/12/lifts-amp-riffs-episode-5-desert-wastelands-productions-sean-benson-amp-derek-price) …. and we had such a good time that we had to do it again. Joining us this week is label co-owner Sean Benson to discuss all things metal business, conspiracy theories, powerlifting, and more of all the stuff we know and love here in The Crypt.Check out all DWP has to offer HERE!2020-08-131h 12
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS #7: Solving The World’s Problems w/ Nick Stanger
The Crypt Keeper & The Cardio Killer RIDE AGAIN… into the tech death voids of mutagenic power with NICK STANGER. Best known as guitar virtuoso for Ashbringer & Wishfield, but we him know as XYTHLIA, whom is responsible for the sickest solo death metal record we’ve heard all year “Immortality Through Quantum Suicide.” We discuss the channeling our agonies of the world’s climate into music , how this monster of a record was created, political responsibilities of artists, and all the stuff that is right & just. This could just restore your faith in the world of heavy metal and beyond. Nick rocks...2020-08-101h 12
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS EPISODE 6(66): Chained To The Dead with Rocco MartoneRejoice, FREAKS!! After a brief hiatus due to lost episodes via government suppression of the truth, relocating The Crypt, alien abductions, and so on… LIFTS & RIFFS IS BACK in what is a sleeveless reunion on EPISODE 6 featuring ROCCO MARTONE of the brilliant extreme metal band, Chained To The Dead.We dive into serious subjects such as the ancient metal head debate of Corpsegrinder VS Barnes, the global pandemic, why Van Morrison may be the most badass figure in music, obscure horror films, and much more weight lifting & blood drinking fun. Rocco is a fantastic guest and we lo...2020-07-131h 24
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#26 - "It's Just A Darkness" w/ Abduction (UK Black Metal)
“An opposition to everything,” it’s bio reads… The iron Crypt is honored to welcome one-man black metal master known only as ABDUCTION to the show. Revealing himself to the mortal eye as only a dark form wielding a vintage SG, he (or it) spits out blistering extreme metal from a dark electronic dark void while maintaining anonymity. Abduction writes and records all music as a solo artist, and he was cool enough to reveal some mysterious secrets of that process. We also dive into the landscape of UK black metal scene, share opinions on theatric...2020-06-241h 10
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#25 - Mastering Your Mind With Metal & Iron - Corey Thomas (Valkyrie AD, Lifting Dead Army Emperor)
Solo metal musician, Ironman race champion, and most importantly, Lifting Dead Army EMPEROR… Corey Thomas AKA Valkyrie AD finally joins the podcast to talk all things fitness, horror, heavy metal, and the mental challenges we face as fit misfits… and how fitness & music helps us through it. We also share a love for KISS, theatrical rock & roll, old school tales from the crypt comics, and MORGUE. Listen to find out how you can strengthen your mindset through heavy metal, heavier iron, & meditation. Check out Tales From The Wicked by Valkyrie AD … NOW at the link below! It is awe...2020-06-201h 17
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS EPISODE 5: Desert Wastelands Productions (Sean Benson & Derek Price)Join us on the 5th edition of Lifts & Riffs for a conversation of ancient conspiracy theories & the secrets of the underground death metal business with our fine friends Sean and Derek of DESERT WASTELANDS PRODUCTIONS… where YOU can get the sickest releases in all of heavy metal today! These dudes are sweet. Check them out at the links below. https://desertwastelands.bandcamp.comhttps://desertwastelands.com
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS EPISODE 4: Bobby Ferry of -(16)- RULES.The Crypt Keeper and the Cardio Killer return for Episode Four! Joining us this time on unhallowed soil is founder, guitarist and vocalist of long-running California sludge kings, -(16)-, Mr. Bobby Ferry. In celebration of the brand new -(16)- album, Dream Squasher, Bobby chats with us about the band's history, staying inspired, the state of the music industry for veterans and newcomers alike, the importance of staying humble yourself by wrecking your ass skating & surfing, Black Sabbath (of course), and just being awesome. We appreciated it greatly. Especially Schuler. We're honored we could get a l...2020-06-081h 13
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS EPISODE 3: CASKET SLIME (Canadian Horror Death Metal, Lifting Dead Army Warriors)
The Crypt Keeper & The Cardio Killer are blessed by the presence of the all too familiar CASKET SLIME on episode 3 of RIFFS & LIFTS!! Joined by he who is known only as FREDDY whom supplies the grossest drum sound of all time for Casket Slime; we go deep into subcultures of metal, microdosing mushrooms & using chainsaws, visceral 70’s exploration horror VS the tits & machetes of the 80’s, Mortician, Rob Halford’s importance to the world, and too much more. This couldn’t have been more fun, and CASKET SLIME couldn’t rule any harder. Reggie Bannister, we’re coming for YOU next!!2020-05-301h 13
Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS EPISODE 2: Music Production 101, Junkyard Apocalypse Workouts, & Defeated Sanity with The Cardio KillerJUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT IT WAS SAFE TO GO BACK TO THE GYM… RIFFS & LIFTS IS BACK!I RETURN WITH MY COMRADE THE CARDIO KILLER TO DICUSS METAL RECROD PRODUCTION, MIXING, MASTERING, AND HOW THAT POSITIVELY OR NEGATIVELY IMPACTS RECORDS WE LOVE, THE NEW DEFEATED SANITY, APOCALYPSE TRAINING, MORGUE.
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Death Comes Lifting PodcastLIFTS & RIFFS: BACK FOR THE FIRST TIME with The Cardio KillerWelcome, freaks! Venture INTO THE VOID, to our NEW podcast series, RIFFS & LIFTS!! Where we are covering.. you guessed it… heavy metal. And lifting weights. and all things death, horror, and fitness related you’d ever want to know about. My parter in crime on this one is the cardio killer, Schuler of death drive 90.5. this gruesome twosome has teamed up to bring you Weekly music updates, reviews, nerd rage ramblings, riffs, lifts, and blood. etc. ENJOY THE SECOND EPISODE AND LET US KNOW WHAT YOU’D LIKE TO HEAR ABOUT!
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#24 - Healing Through Extreme Music with Larry Passenier (Iron Sharpens Iron)
Straight edge blackened hardcore from the depths of Michigan, “x Iron Sharpens Iron x” is a project from Larry Passenier that delivers a powerful message. Tune to hear how struggle, depression, anxiety, & suicide can be prevented through self actualization and a lot of heavy music. Larry is an awesome dude, check out his shit at the links below. Proceeds from his record go to suicide prevention. https://xironsharpensironx.bandcamp.com/releases
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast# 23 - The Cardio Killer (Schuler Benson of Death Drive 90.5)
THEY TRIED TO KILL THEM… THEY KEEP COMING BACK!! After a small bout of technical difficulty probably due to illumanti interference with the signal due to all the groundbreaking content being unearthed, our first podcast was mysteriously inaudible as the legend of the lost episode lives on….BUT ALAT! The Cardio Killer is BACK and we are more prepared with death metal nerd power than ever before. we talk the classics, what new bands you should keep an eyeball on, how we’re staying healthy in quarantine, cardio, weightlifting, blood drinking, cannibal corpse, and if Chuck Schuldiner were s...2020-05-031h 21
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#22 - FRANKENJAHN CANNOT BE QUARANTINED!! (Strength & Inspiration w/ John Simmons)Our favorite phantom limb powerlifter brother RETURNS to the podcast to drop infinite knowledge on how to get stronger during quarantine, staying healthy & positive, how to cope with canceled concerts (we are fin we swear), and much more. It was tough pulling him apart from the squat rack in his iron dungeon, but it was worth it. I love this dude. Cheers freaks, enjoy this talk with FRANKENJAHN!
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#21 - Easter Sabbath Sunday Sermon with Wyatt Hagerty (Just Like You Imagined, Aubrey Marcus; actual brother)It’s always nothing short of an intergalactic firestorm of biblical proportions, ideas, horrors, love, & laughter when my actual brother Wyatt Hagerty creeps into The Crypt… and THIS Easter Sabbath Sunday Special episode proves to be absolutely no exception!!! JOIN US as we offer low key spiritual insight on how to survive the quarantine, bettering yourself to change the world, aligning your inner kingdom through meditation & carnivore diets, Scooby Doo on LSD, relationship advice, and too much more.Godzilla vs King Kong, Sub-Zero vs Scorpion, Alein vs Predator; DCL vs Wyatt Hagery. Keep holy thy Sabb...2020-04-122h 30
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#20 - Mike DiSalvo of Akurion (Ex-Cryptopsy, Coma Cluster Void)Rejoice, freaks!! The Podcast cannot be quarantined!! we have returned with none other than legendary extreme metal vocalist, Mike Disalvo. initially Becoming known as the guy with enough power to usurp lord worm’s throne as vocalist for legendary Canadian death metal band cyptopsy, mike far from stopped there. We discuss many world-changing topics such as his new masterpiece of a record, “Come Forth To Me” by Akurion (out NOW via Redefining Darkness Records.. . dig up our review here) and the hard path leading up to its release, his good old times spent in Cryptopsy, continuing to pursue his passio...2020-04-0959 min
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#19 - ROAST IN PIECE WITH THE TACO KING (A Coffee Sampling & Horrorshow w/ Adam Holtzapfel)
Adam, who we will refer to from here on out as The Taco King, is a fellow solider within The Lifting Dead Army. Additionally, he is a contributor to the magicians at Other Worldly Culture Radio, where you can find the best of the weirdest, Movies, Wrestling, Music, Comic Books, Toys & even more!! When we’re not lifting weights & drinking blood, we’re talking horror movies & drinking coffee.
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#18 - The Quest For Weirdness with Greg Anderson (Vinyl Remains)On this special edition of Tales From The Lift I am in my favorite record store in Pittsburgh, Vinyl Remains, having an in-depth conversation with the owner & mastermind Greg Anderson. We discuss the importance everything from vinyl records & VHS’s, to Michael Myers & Curtis Mayfield, the value of nostalgia in entertainment, drugs & Disneyland, and changing the world through music. Greg is a wonderful dude with a wealth of experience the game, making this one of our personal favorite podcasts to date. And if it don’t kill you.. YOU’L BE BEGGING FOR MORE!! Thank you for doing this, G....2020-02-281h 24
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#17 - Into the HORROR REALM with Rich Dalzotto (Pittsburgh Horror President)Grab your popcorn, 3D glasses, favorite 80’s slasher VHS and prepare for the horrors of Rich Dalzotto & I discussing.. well.. HORROR!! Specifically, the HORROR REALM CONVENTION (being held March 6-8th 2020 here in the fine crypts of Pittsburgh, PA). We dig into our mutual admiration for obscure horror soundtracks, stories of the horror business, and more! He’s a wealth of knowledge that will for sure be back with tons more for you freaks VERY SOON. In the meantime… dig up all the links below for more information on HORROR REALM. SEE YOU THERE.
http://www.horrorrealmcon.com2020-02-181h 18
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#16 - High Death Metal Energy with Justin (aka J-Dawg) of HELL'S HEADBANGERS Records & HellcastThe Tales From The Lift returns to it’s metal-mecca brother crypt of Cleveland Ohio for a chance to invade HELL’S HEADBANGERS RECORDS & DISTRIBUTION. We talk to one of the mad scientists behind this operation, Justin, about all things metal, the record business, bodybuilding, nutrition, and coffins full of cool shit we KNOW you’ll dig in this high-energy, nerd-out conversation. Justin is a great dude full with a wealth of heavy metal knowledge & iron-iron breathing passion. it was an honor. Please check out http://hellsheadbangers.com if you know what’s good for you.
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#15 - Artistic Expression To ELEVATE Your Fitness w/ Molly & John (Elevate Fusion Fitness)On this episode of Tales From The Lift I am joined by Molly aka Clea Cutthroat (Hot Pink Satan, Elevate Fitness) & John (Elevate Fitness Owner, general bad motherfucker) to talk a little rock & roll, and a little health & wellness. Awesome human beings (or are they ?) in the local Pittsburgh fitness scene crossing over into the punk rock scene are not easy to come by, and we are honored to host them in the crypt as fellow Lifting Dead Army Warriors! This turned out to be a really fun conversation concerning everything from Lemmy to bodybuilding. Thanks again FREAKS!!2020-02-061h 23
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#14 - "It's Only Pain" - Setting New Standards with Mike Littrell (Pittsburgh Performance Institute)On this week’s edition of Tales From The Lift I venture out of the crypt all the way to Pittsburgh Performance Institute where I am joined by owner, operator, ultra runner, fitness guru & newly a proud father, Mike Littrell. Of course we talk about the importance of fitness, nutrition, and proper recovery; but more importantly, we get into the mental aspects of pushing beyond your limits, creating a new standard for yourself, and achieving success in all aspects of life. This is truly an inspirational episode that I know you freaks will DIG! Check him out, as well as...2020-01-291h 11
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#13 - Misfits Pre-Gamin' & Lower East Side Shit Talkin' w/ King John Martin IV & Justin The Vibe Tech (Mick's Jaguar)
Unlucky Episode 13 SPECIAL!! 13 brings the punk rock spirit from an actual NYC lower east side dungeon.. AKA epic rock ‘n roll warriors Mick’s Jaguar’s practice space; I conduct a super well-produced and very formal interview with the aforementioned’s frontman & Bon Scott - era AC/DC maestro; John Martin. We are also joined by their tour manager & solid humanitarian, Justin. We are straight chillin’ before we hit the streets of NYC for one of the greatest experiences of all time (speaking for us all) … a sold out Misfits show at Madison Square Garden. Good times lie ahead. You MIGHT ev...2020-01-2047 min
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#12 - Keep Holy The Sabbath with Adam Hayward (Adam Onslaught of Midlands Metalheads Radio)Join us on this fine Sabbath Sunday celebration straight out of the Birmingham. Yes, the motherland of heavy metal & heavy iron, breeding British titans like Black Sabbath, Dorian Yates, and of course, my pay & your favorite… Mr. Adam Onslaught!! Adam hosts his own heavy metal radio show on MMH - Home of Rock Radio in the UK and is currently studying for his masters at WaterBear College of Music. Adam has struggled with various health issues and had reached out to me in the early days of the DCL crypt for training & nutrition coaching. I’m proud to s...2020-01-121h 30
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#11 - Connor Wilson Is For The Children.After putting Connor a grueling session in The Iron Crypt, we have a high energy, health & wellness - centric discussion in which you will dig up all kinda workout tips, tricks, hacks, slashes, and rock & roll… all of which being For The Children. Connor may be a health coach in training; but his wealth of knowledge, intoxicating passion, and willingness to be humbled & learn is beyond admirable and infectious… like a zombie spawning virus. I know you FREAKS will dig this conversation and maybe even learn a thing or 3. Much love. WE ALSO get into our For The...2020-01-081h 26
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#10 - Big Consciousness Energy with Wyatt Hagerty (Aubrey Marcus, Fit For Service Mastermind)AAAAND THE BOYS are back!! I have returned to the land of Austin, Texas to unleash health with my brother & master co-crypt keeper, Wyatt hagerty. Although unlike episode 1, we are no longer BLIND IN TEXAS! We see EVERYTHING as Wyatt details his mission of ultimate truth, consciousness, human optimization, and love. recorded at Onnit labs. it’s all blessed.
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#9 - The Death Metal Business Is Serious Business w/ Thomas of REDEFINING DARKNESS & Seeing Red RecordsFINALLY! After a long time in the making, the Death Comes Lifting invades the home crypt of the hardest working & most consistent underground metal record label in the business, Redefining Darkness (and it’s eclectic evil twin; Seeing Red Records). CEO & genuine passionate metalhead Thomas and I not only nerd out about extreme metal, but also get into the business side of things, how it has evolved from the 90’s to now with social media and the likes, growing up an outsider with death metal in our blood, Cleveland vs Pittsburgh, Cannibal Corpse vs Italian Grandmas.. and MORE!! It was...2019-12-052h 08
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#8 - Helping Others To Help YOURSELF, Charity, Friendship, & Punk Rock w/ Lauren O'BrienLauren is a life-long friend, punk rock enthusiast, charitable activist, and perhaps most importantly; leader of the non-profit organization Pauline Juliet. Pauline Juliet focuses on helping women & children receive proper education, health, wellness, and happiness. For more information and/or how to contribute, dig up the links below. It’s for the children. https://www.facebook.com/PaulineJulietInc/https://www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/122416?fbclid=IwAR3-IrFcnX1QmSgKLP9YZhSQTK8-cv4bgRttaPCY8zkfLppKBvNNYecGnm8
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#7 - Halloween Special w/ TOM ATKINS (Halloween III: Season of the Witch)Pimp daddy Master Chief of the horror genre, Tom Atkins, joins us for an especially insightful and genuine conversation about the golden days of horror and life itself. You'll learn something and feel something from this wise man. Thank you, Tom. It means the world to us.
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#6 - HEAVY MENTAL w/ Chris Grosso : A Horror Punk's Guide to Spirituality, Mediation, & Well-Being.Chris is a best-selling author of works such as The Indie Spiritualist & Dead Set On Living. He also recently started writing for Fangoria, arguably the most prominent horror publication of all time. We talk mediation, mental health, living a better life, and how it can all be related to our favorite subjects of horror, punk rock, and of course… SLAYER!!!
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#5 -Hollywood Babble-On Vol.1 : Solocast, Q&A, and The Three From Hell w/ Zak BellanteOn this very first SOLO Tales From The Lift, I answer your.. yes, YOUR... questions!! I talk a little health, I talk a little music, and I talk a lot of shit. also, I explain why I believe Three From Hell is Rob Zombie’s best film. Come and get it!!!Permalink
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#4 - You Are Good Enough w/ Josh McIntyre (CrossFit St. Clair)On this very special TALES FROM THE LIFT episode, I sit down with one of my best friends, my mentor, and extraterrestrial killing machine, Josh McIntyre. He is not only the head CrossFit Coach & manager of our home gym (CROSSFIT ST. CLAIR), ROLE MODEL-STATUS FAMILY MAN WITH THE BODY OF A PYTHON & THE MIND OF SCIENTIST… he was a former drug-addicted criminal FROM THE RUGGED LANDS OF HOMESTEAD WHO found salvation through fitness, Star Wars, Jesus, and The Wu-Tang Clan. In all seriousness, he was kind & brave enough to share his incredible JOURNEY IN FULL, WHICH makes this important episode de...2019-09-122h 51
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#3 - The Curse Of FRANKENJAHN! w/ John Michael SimmonsIt is Death Comes Lifting’s pleasure to formally introduce John Michael “Frankenjahn” Simmons to the Lifting Dead Army. He invades DCL’s home crypt to discuss his ghastly injuries and how he overcame & continues to plunder grave-deep obstacles on the road to his first powerlifting competition post-leg-amputation!! In addition to being a pure inspiration to all heavy metal lifters; he is our first sponsored athlete & a genuine USDA-certified bad motherfucker. He is also one of my very best friends. DO NOT MISS OUT on this horror tale full of blood, limbs, gyms, and motivation.
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Death Comes Lifting Podcast#2 - Making A Misfit w/ Erick Godsey (The Myths That Make Us)it is a great honor to welcome such an insightfully deranged & brilliant individual, whose meatsuit is conditioned to respond to the name, Erick Godsey. He crashed in on Episode 2 of the Death Comes Lifting Podcast. He is a psychology wizard and a mad man of all sorts. We dove deep into the abyss of the psyche of not only me personally, but of all my fellow freaks in general. Exploring why we like the fucked up shit that we like… and why misfits even exist in the first place. if you were looking for a light-hearted conversation to sip your sp...2019-08-0827 min
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#1 - Blind In Texas w/ Wyatt Hagerty!! (Predicaments, Onnit)Greetings, freaks!! Thank you for joining us for episode one of the Death Comes Lifting podcast. WARNING: we are not afraid to get real weird real fast, so proceed with caution, a protein shake, and an axe!!! I, your host & Crypt keeper, Zak Bellante, sit down live with my best ghoul/co-crypt keeper/big-spiritual-energy guru, Wyatt Hagerty, for an introductory lesson on Death Comes Lifting: the beginning, the future, the grave, love, death, and the beyond. Recorded at the official Onnit podcast studio in Austin, Texas. Get up, get down, and get with it. The Lifting Dead is coming for...2019-08-0156 min
Death Comes Lifting Podcast#0 - DCLP Theme Song by SPACE COKESpace Coke dropped ten megatons of TNT right on our decaying brainstems with this one. This is an absolute honor to have such a unique band create a personalized song for our podcast and growing reach of love, metal, horror, and fitness. HIGHEST ENERGY OF ALL TIME.
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