CARLA HARVEY Talks THE VIOLENT HOUR and Fronting LORDS OF ACID on The Loaded Radio Podcast
Heavy Metal News & Interviews: The Loaded Radio Podcast
Release Date: 05/20/2025
Mike Hranica Of The Devil Wears Prada Goes Deep On Flowers, Identity Shifts And Personal Evolution On The Loaded Radio Podcast
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What Does Mike Hranica Reveal About Flowers And His Personal Transformation? In this week’s Loaded Radio Podcast, Mike Hranica opens up in a raw, introspective conversation touching on The Devil Wears Prada’s latest album Flowers, his changing worldview, and the personal evolution that continues to shape both his art and identity. Mike Hranica joins Loaded Radio for a revealing, unfiltered discussion about Flowers, why some fans don’t view it as a “metal” album, how his perspective as an American has evolved, and the deeply personal shift away from the faith that once defined...
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Biohazard's Billy Graziadei On The Loaded Radio Podcast
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Biohazard guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei joins to discuss the band’s first new album in years, Divided We Fall, why the record reflects a deeply fractured world, how the band’s reunion reshaped their creative chemistry, touring with Sepultura, and his long-standing admiration for Type O Negative — including his openness to participating in a tribute to the late Peter Steele. In the second half of the show, host Scott Penfold breaks down major hard rock and heavy metal news, including the passing of 3 Doors Down vocalist Brad Arnold, updates on a new Korn album, the cancellation...
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Bob Daisley Breaks His Silence On Ozzy Snubs, New Music And Metal History On The Loaded Radio Podcast
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Legendary bassist and songwriter Bob Daisley joins the Loaded Radio Podcast this week, addressing his , reflecting on his work with Randy Rhoads, Jake E. Lee, and Zakk Wylde, and discussing new music. The episode also features host Scott Penfold breaking down the latest heavy metal news, including the new Bruce Dickinson solo album, Deftones’ catalog deal, the Motley Crue/Mick Mars verdict, and the Grammys’ ongoing relationship with metal. I’ve interviewed a lot of metal musicians over the years, but some conversations carry a different kind of weight. This one does. This week on the...
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Chase Wilson of Ov Sulfur joins The Loaded Radio Podcast
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The "Second Coming" of deathcore isn't just a trend—it's a hostile takeover. As giants like Whitechapel and Lorna Shore redefine the genre's boundaries, Ov Sulfur has emerged as the next definitive force with their sophomore tour-de-force, Endless. In this high-velocity episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast, I sit down with guitarist Chase Wilson to discuss creative bravery, the evolution of blackened deathcore, and why purity in metal is officially dead. Plus, we break down the seismic 2026 news: Mudvayne's hiatus, Chad Gray’s solo pivot, and the emotional impact of Megadeth's final studio...
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Crystal Lake’s John Centorrino Unpacks ‘The Weight Of Sound’ On The Loaded Radio Podcast
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The Evolution of Energy: Crystal Lake Singer John Centorrino Takes the Helm The global metalcore landscape is about to shift. This Friday, January 23, 2026, the Japanese juggernauts Crystal Lake will release their highly anticipated new album, The Weight Of Sound. It is a record that doesn't just represent a new chapter for the band; it’s a definitive statement of intent from their powerhouse vocalist, John Centorrino. On this week's edition of the Loaded Radio Podcast, I sit down with John to go deep into the creative process behind the new record, the surreal journey of landing one of...
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Attila Csihar of Mayhem Talks 'Liturgy Of Death', Joey Jordison and 40 Years of Black Metal on The Loaded Radio Podcast
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The pioneers of True Norwegian Black Metal return. Attila Csihar joins The Loaded Radio Podcast to discuss mayhem’s seventh studio album, Liturgy Of Death, arriving February 6, 2026. In this visceral interview, Attila reflects on the band's 40-year legacy of church burnings, murder, and the bleak reality of mortality. There is "heavy," and then there is Mayhem. Sitting across from Attila Csihar for this episode of The Loaded Radio Podcast, the air in the room felt different. You aren't just talking to a vocalist; you are talking to a man who stepped into the center of a literal crime...
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Volumes Interview: Michael Barr on 'Mirror Touch', The Top Metal Albums of 2025
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For 15 years, Volumes has stood as a pillar of progressive metalcore, weathering lineup shifts and industry trends to amass over 167 million U.S. streams. Following the success of 2021's Happier?, the band returns with Mirror Touch, an album named after the rare synesthetic ability to feel others' physical pain—a metaphor for the band's deep connection with their audience. Check out the exclusive Volumes interview below to hear Michael Barr discuss the "S.O.A.P." sessions, the lessons learned during his time away from the band, and his upcoming side project that is the total opposite of...
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Lena Scissorhands Confirms New Infected Rain Album And Talks Upcoming Tour with Butcher Babies
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Infected Rain is not just dropping a new album; they are entering a "Mutation Phase," and lead singer is here to give the raw, unfiltered details. On the latest , Lena confirms a new album is imminent, breaks down the chaotic energy of their upcoming , and dives deep into her stunning new collaboration with Lord Of The Lost. This is the definitive pre-album interview that sets the stage for one of modern metal's most unpredictable artists. Don't scroll past the player—this interview is a must-listen for anyone tracking the evolution of modern heavy music.
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Danko Jones on the Loaded Radio Podcast: Why Leo Rising is Just Another Page from the Motörhead Handbook
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n a candid interview with , discusses the band's new album, Leo Rising (out November 21, 2025), and his commitment to the "recording, touring, writing, repeat" process, which he calls his "page out of the handbook." We dive deep into how he managed the geographically separated recording with John Calabrese and Rich Knox, the blistering guest solo by on "Diamond In The Rough," and how his deep, personal connection to continues to fuel his career. The frontman confirms the new album is "another serving of peerless hard-rock: bass, drums, guitar, vocals, no frills." The full podcast is...
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Of Mice & Men on "Another Miracle": The Loaded Radio Podcast
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Of Mice & Men have just dropped their ninth studio album, , and it is arguably their most personal record to date. In this week's episode of the , frontman Aaron Pauley and drummer Tino Arteaga join us to discuss self-producing the new album, the launch of "Micespace," and why they refused to hire a big-name producer for this chapter of the band. If you have been following the trajectory of , you know they don't do things by half-measures. From the metalcore explosion of the early 2010s to becoming a staple of modern hard rock, this Southern California quartet has survived lineup...
info_outlineOn this week’s Loaded Radio Podcast, Carla Harvey (formerly of Butcher Babies) joins Scott for the first time to talk about her brand-new band The Violent Hour, her role as the new frontwoman of Lords Of Acid, and her evolution as an artist. In the second half of the episode, Metal Injection journalist and content creator Greg Kennelty appears on Voices From The Underground, diving into the state of music journalism, independent media, and his growing YouTube presence.
Carla Harvey launches The Violent Hour and joins Lords Of Acid
It’s a busy and exciting new chapter for Carla Harvey. After years of crushing it onstage with Butcher Babies, Carla is stepping into the spotlight with two brand new ventures — her searing new project The Violent Hour and her surprising new role as the frontwoman for the long-running electro-industrial act Lords Of Acid.
In her first-ever conversation with Scott on The Loaded Radio Podcast, Carla opens up about the creative direction of The Violent Hour, the freedom she feels with this new musical outlet, and how stepping into the world of Lords Of Acid has allowed her to channel a completely different side of her performance style. She also touches on what it’s like to move from groove-laced metalcore to full-blown industrial chaos, the importance of authenticity in her work, and how her creative fire continues to evolve.
Whether you’ve been a fan since her Butcher Babies days or you're just discovering her now through The Violent Hour, this interview gives a unique and personal look at one of heavy music’s most dynamic voices.
Greg Kennelty joins Voices From The Underground
The second half of the episode features a new installment of Voices From The Underground, a segment that highlights creators and contributors in the metal scene who are shaping the industry behind the scenes.
This week’s guest is Greg Kennelty, longtime journalist at Metal Injection and one of the most respected names in underground metal media. Greg discusses his work covering everything from breaking band news to opinion pieces and reviews, how the landscape of metal journalism is shifting, and how he’s building out his own platform via YouTube.
From writing for one of the biggest names in metal press to crafting independent content that speaks directly to fans, Greg gives an insightful look at what it means to cover this genre in 2025 — and where things are headed next.
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This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolution of modern metal — both onstage and behind the scenes. Whether you’re into the crushing aggression of The Violent Hour, the twisted theatrics of Lords Of Acid, or the sharp-eyed analysis from voices like Greg Kennelty, this one has something for you.
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