Episode 46: Strapping Young Lad

This week we discuss Devin Townsend's Strapping Young Lad. Of all the metal bands we've covered, Strapping Young Lad might just be the craziest and most technically impressive of the bunch. Although they have one of the most misleading band names ever, they are also one of the most interesting, chaotic, and unpredictable bands to ever play a blastbeat. Townsend isn't only a completely original guitarist and songwriter, but is also one of the most versatile vocalists in all of metal. Listen to this band now. Also Gene Hoglan was their drummer. Okay, NOW listen to them.

Closing track: “Shitstorm” from Alien (2005)

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Mike’s Picks:
Heavy as a Really Heavy Thing (1995) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Alien (2005) — Worst Album

Alex’s Picks:
City (1997) — Best Album
The New Black (2006) — Personal Favorite
Heavy as a Really Heavy Thing (1995) — Worst Album

Albums we discussed this episode…
Heavy as a Really Heavy Thing (1995)
City (1997)
SYL (2003)
Alien (2005)
The New Black (2006)

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Episode 28: Celtic Frost

This week we’re tackling Switzerland’s very own Celtic Frost. To say this band is abrasive is a viking-sized understatement. However, their contribution to the creation of extreme metal is undeniable, regardless of whether or not you might actually enjoy their music. Important band in heavy metal’s history. But be warned, some of their stuff gets extremely weird. Cool, heavy, and weird.

Closing track: “A Dying God Coming Into Human Flesh” from Monotheist (2006)

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Mike’s Picks:
Monotheist (2006) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Cold Lake (1988) — Worst Album

Alex’s Picks:
Into the Pandemonium (1987) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Cold Lake (1988) — Worst Album

Albums we discussed this episode…
Morbid Tales (1984)
To Mega Therion (1985)
Into the Pandemonium (1987)
Cold Lake (1988)
Vanity/Nemesis (1990)
Monotheist (2006)

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