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22 APR 2025 · In episode 215 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with Wednesday 13 about Horror Punk, his new album 'Mid Death Crisis', and being a weirdo in the South. What started as me wanting to learn more about horror punk turned into us relating over religious parents and taboo metal. Join us!
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#horrorpunk #Wednesday13 #alternative
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15 APR 2025 · In episode 214 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is joined by Philosophy Professor and fellow metalhead Krista Thomason. Dr. Thomason is a Professor of Philosophy at Swarthmore College, and she wrote the book, 'Dancing With The Devil; Why Bad Feelings Make Life Good'
The book argues that negative emotions aren't something to avoid but rather embrace. This advice goes against conventional wisdom, so I was excited to ask her questions about her thesis. This is quite contrary to more Stoic philosophies! Of course, we also chatted about metal!
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#philosophy #metal #mentalhealth
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8 APR 2025 · In episode 213 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is joined by Sofia Frasz of symphonic blackened power metal band, Exiled Hope. Sofia is currently in law school studying to be a music attorney. I was curious to know why someone who is trained to know how predatory the music industry can be would want to make music herself. Once we got to talking about the new Exiled Hope album, Apocrypha, the subject of free will versus determinism came up. Her characters and music brought whole new questions to this age old debate. Join us!
Exiled Hope links;
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https://www.instagram.com/legally_metal/
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#blackmetal #powermetal #freewill
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1 APR 2025 · In episode 212 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is joined by one of the anonymous members of Wrath of Logarius. They coined the term "Formless Black Metal" and I wanted to know what that is. What better way than to ask them? They appeared suddenly with their EP 'Necrotic Assimilation' and were immediately signed by Season of Mist. The buzz from their unique sound put them in a strange position. How do you tour when you're in such high demand, but no one knows who you are? Join us!
Wrath of Logarius Links;
https://wrathoflogarius.bandcamp.com/album/crown-of-mortis
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#blackmetal #deathmetal #newmetal
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25 MAR 2025 · In episode 211 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas tells the stories of five notorious bandmates whose toxic behavior caused chaos, harm, violence and ultimately led to the downfall of their groups. Rock n roll is full of insane stories, but these are at the top of the most unbelievable.
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#metal #gel #toxic
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18 MAR 2025 · In episode 210 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas weighs the good and the bad of the rise of social media platforms. Viral memes have become a powerful force in shaping trends and influencing artists. But how exactly are these memes impacting the music industry? From Sleep Token to Pentagram, let's examine some cases together!
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#Pentagram #ViralReel #SleepToken
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11 MAR 2025 · In episode 209 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas takes a closer look at the unexpected exit of Brent Hinds from the legendary band Mastodon. What led to this significant change in one of metal's most beloved groups? We’ll explore various angles, including past interviews from Brent Hinds, Brann Dailor, and Bill Kelliher. Also Brent Hinds silently updated his Instagram which is a giant clue! We aim to uncover the reasons behind this departure and what it means for both Brent and Mastodon. Join us as we investigate the story behind the headlines!
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#mastodon #metal #investigations
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4 MAR 2025 · In episode 208 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas chats with Dawn of Ouroboros who take black metal into new territory by incorporating smooth jazz elements. Join us as we delve into the creative process behind this unique blend, showcasing how the band masterfully intertwines heavy riffs with sultry melodies. We'll discuss how their experiences in nature and their day jobs in molecular biology and tech influence their concepts. We'll highlight key tracks from their latest album, and feature exclusive behind-the-stories of their music video production. Whether you're a die-hard black metal fan or a jazz enthusiast, this video will open your ears to some exciting new music!
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Dawn of Ouroboros links;
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#postblackmetal #jazz #metal
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25 FEB 2025 · In episode 207 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas inquires into the world of Pantera and Phil Anselmo with his unexpected venture into black metal with his band Scour. Join us as we explore the motivations behind Anselmo's bold musical shift, and the creative process of crafting a black metal record. Bassist John Jarvis provides insights from band members, behind-the-scenes work, and commentary on the evolution of Anselmo's sound. Whether you're a die-hard Pantera fan or new to the black metal scene, this episode will shed light on the fascinating reasons behind this super heavy project.
Scour Links;
https://www.scourofficial.com/
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https://www.facebook.com/scourband/
www.youtube.com/@UC_egls0TBnfiAZ_mJwJMMiwÂ
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#Scour #Pantera #BlackMetal
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18 FEB 2025 · In episode 206 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas asks Jonas from Spawn of Possession and Retromorphosis about their name change. What prompted this transformation, and what does it mean for their music and identity? Join us as we explore the band's journey, the significance of their new name, and what fans can expect from their upcoming projects. We discuss the evolution of their sound and how this change reflects their goals going forward. We also talk about the physical demands of playing technical death-metal. Join us!
Retromorphosis - https://retromorphosisofficial.bandcamp.com/album/psalmus-mortis
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