Prika Amaral (Nervosa) & Guernica Mancini (The Gems) Interview – New Music, Metal Scene & Touring
Heavy Metal News & Interviews: The Loaded Radio Podcast
Release Date: 03/08/2026
METAL BREAKDOWN DAILY: Jason Newsted Metallica Truth, Deep Purple & Mötley Crüe
Heavy Metal News & Interviews: The Loaded Radio Podcast
METAL BREAKDOWN DAILY: Cutting-edge hard rock and metal news for the Doom Crew. On today's episode, we finally get the unfiltered truth behind one of the most debated departures in heavy metal history. Jason Newsted breaks down the real reason he left Metallica in 2001, revealing a life-or-death battle with addiction and a heartbreaking lack of support from the band's inner circle. Plus, we dive into the return of Deep Purple with their 24th studio album, Splat!, which frontman Ian Gillan claims is their heaviest material in over 50 years. We also cover Mötley Crüe's upcoming performance on...
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DAILY METAL BRIEFING: Cradle of Filth Legal War, 5FDP 20th Anniversary Tour & Greta Van Fleet Breakup Panic!
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On today’s episode, we dive into a massive shakeup in the world of gothic metal as Cradle Of Filth officially welcomes new guitarist Joff Bailey amidst a messy, ongoing legal battle with former members. We also break down the huge announcement from Five Finger Death Punch regarding their 20th Anniversary World Tour for 2027, featuring Lamb of God and Bleed from Within, and investigate the cryptic social media post from Greta Van Fleet that has fans convinced the band is calling it quits. Show Notes: Cradle Of Filth's New Era: Dani Filth and company officially welcome Joff Bailey to the...
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LOADED RADIO DAILY: May 4, 2026 – Morotti Apologizes to Suffocation, New Judas Priest In Production, and Mustaine Remakes "Ride The Lightning"
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DAILY BRIEFING DESCRIPTION: The Loaded Radio Daily Briefing is your two-minute "Nuclear" news blast delivering the essential headlines in hard rock and heavy metal, every Monday through Friday. On Today’s Briefing (Monday, May 4, 2026): THE MOROTTI APOLOGY: Following a chaotic exit from Suffocation, drummer Eric Morotti issues a public apology for his "toxic" comments, expressing regret and wishing the band the best as he takes responsibility for how he handled the situation. PRIEST IS COOKING: Guitarist Richie Faulkner confirms that Judas Priest has already completed drum, bass, and...
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CAGE FIGHT Guitarist James Monteith talks ‘Exuvia' on The Loaded Radio Podcast: Plus the Week's Biggest News Stories
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James Monteith (Cage Fight, TesseracT) joins Scott Penfold on The Loaded Radio Podcast for a deep dive into the visceral world of Cage Fight’s second studio album, Exuvia. Released via Spinefarm Records, the record marks a "moment of rebirth" for the UK hardcore outfit, moving beyond their lockdown origins into a permanent, headline-ready force. Monteith discusses the shift from the technical precision of TesseracT to the raw, 90s-influenced aggression of Cage Fight, the impact of vocalist Rachel Aspe’s harrowing lyricism, and the diverse influences—from Machine Head to French pop—that...
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Jonas Björler On At The Gates’ Final Chapter & The Death Of Tomas Lindberg on The Loaded Radio Podcast
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The melodic death metal world changed forever in 2025 with the death of Tomas "Tompa" Lindberg. This week on The Loaded Radio Podcast, we are joined by founding bassist Jonas Björler to discuss the band’s final masterpiece, The Ghost Of A Future Dead. Recorded more than two years ago and held in accordance with Lindberg’s final wishes, this album serves as the definitive closing chapter for the kings of Gothenburg. Jonas opens up about the "lost" recording sessions at Fascination Street Studios, his personal memories of his brother-in-arms, and the cold reality of whether At...
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DAILY BRIEFING: Jay Weinberg’s Slipknot Secrets, Judas Priest 2026 Return, and Fieldy’s Korn Status
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In today’s Loaded Radio Daily Briefing, former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg reveals the cryptic 24-hour window between his first jam and Joey Jordison’s departure. Plus, the Metal Gods return as Judas Priest announces a massive 2026 career collection, and Fieldy finally breaks his silence on his current status with Korn. Today’s heavy-hitting headlines: Jay Weinberg & Slipknot: Why the 2013 audition was shrouded in secrecy and the truth behind his "no regrets" philosophy following his 2023 dismissal. Judas Priest 2026: Full details on the upcoming The Best Of Judas Priest...
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DAILY BRIEFING: Durst, Bo Lueders, and SOAD (April 20)
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Fred Durst is declaring war on Coachella with a new "uninvited" festival blueprint alongside Lil Wayne. Plus, we honor the late Bo Lueders (Harms Way/HardLore) and his incredible WrestleMania send-off involving CM Punk and a legendary WWE artifact. Finally, the truth behind John Dolmayan’s misdirected fire at Charlize Theron. In this briefing: The Anti-Coachella: Why Durst is moving on a 2026 "Experience Gathering." Bo Lueders’ Last Ride: The story behind the urn at WrestleMania 41. SOAD Misfire: Fact-checking the viral quote that sparked Dolmayan's response. Stay Heavy. Stay...
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The Amity Affliction’s Joel Birch on the Ahren Stringer Split, ‘House of Cards,’ & More on The Loaded Radio Podcast
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This week on The Loaded Radio Podcast, we sit down with The Amity Affliction frontman Joel Birch for a raw, unfiltered conversation. With the band's ninth studio album, ‘House of Cards’, set for release on April 24, Joel opens up about the survival of the band following the high-profile departure of longtime member Ahren Stringer. We discuss the addition of Jonny Reeves to the studio lineup, the "volatile" year that led to the split, and why Joel believes this is the most honest material of his career. In the second half of the show, host Scott Penfold breaks down the most chaotic news...
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Rob Damiani (Don Broco) & Brandon Saller (Atreyu) On New Albums And Pushing Heavier
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Rob Damiani of Don Broco and Brandon Saller of Atreyu join Loaded Radio to break down the mindset behind their latest albums, Nightmare Tripping and The End Is Not The End. Both bands had momentum—and chose not to repeat it. Damiani dives into the themes behind Don Broco’s most unpredictable release yet, including the politically charged “True Believers,” while Saller explains why Atreyu leaned into their heaviest sound to date and how writing sessions in Tokyo and total isolation shaped the record. This conversation goes beyond surface-level promo. It gets into risk, identity, and why...
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Six Feet Under's Chris Barnes + Hellripper on The Loaded Radio Podcast
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Chris Barnes joins the Loaded Radio Podcast to dive into the new Six Feet Under album, the creative direction behind it, and what continues to drive him decades into his career. Barnes breaks down the writing and recording process, how his mindset has evolved, and why Six Feet Under still hits as hard as ever. From staying consistent to pushing forward in today’s metal landscape, this is a focused look at where the band stands right now. Also on the episode, James McBain of Hellripper joins the show to talk about the band’s rise, the energy behind the modern extreme metal scene, and...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Loaded Radio Podcast, Scott Penfold sits down for a heavy metal interview with Prika Amaral of Nervosa and Guernica Mancini of The Gems.
This week’s Loaded Radio Podcast is a Women In Metal special featuring two powerful artists shaping modern heavy music. Nervosa founder Prika Amaral joins the show to talk about the band’s upcoming thrash assault Slave Machine, while Guernica Mancini of The Gems dives into the band’s second album Year Of The Snake.
Two interviews, two bands, and one episode celebrating women bringing serious fire to the metal world.