On this episode of Aftershocks TV, Matt sits down with bassist/vocalist Jude Sisk from Houston doom-sludge upstarts STONE NOMADS. Sisk discusses the bands debut release 'Fields Of Doom' and their latest video for the track 'Fiery Sabbath'. The guys discuss the bands blend of stoner grooves and sludge-laden riffs along with the dual vocal approach that contributes to the bands unique sound. Sisk talks about the burgeoning heavy rock/metal scene out of the Houston area and how the scene has grown since the pandemic, the bands upcoming show dates and tour thats in the works for summer 2023 and more.

On this backdated episode of Tremors (originally recorded 10/2021), Matt and Chris start things off with a prelude as to why the episode was not initially released upon its recording in 2021 and the changes they have seen since in rock and metal journalism. They discuss the career and importance of Malcolm Dome and how modern day journalism has become focused more on the writer and personal opinions rather than the music and musicians. The guys also get into a deep discussion about the negative effects that social media has on music and how it is no longer a promotional tool but an interactive one that has done more harm than good with many artists and has diminished the mystique of musicianship.

On this episode of TREMORS, Matt and Chris honor and celebrate the life of their close friend and legendary metal journalist/documentarian Bob Nalbandian. The guys discuss Bob's career as a young kid from Huntington Beach, CA and the importance he had on who helping to pave the way to success for such historic metal bands such as Metallica, Megadeth, Armored Saint and more. Matt and Chris discuss their personal relationships with Nalbandian and his genuine spirit who helped bring people together both inside and outside the music world.

On this episode of Aftershocks TV, Matt sits down with legendary NYHC vocalist John Joseph (ex-Cro-Mags) to talk about the new BLOODCLOT release 'Souls'. Joseph talks about the bands history as an opening act for the legendary Bad Brains in the early 80's and the reason for reforming the band in the late 2000's. He discusses the band's change in musical direction from their previous full-length 'Up In Arms' and the current political and social landscape that fueled the lyrics, concepts and music that he wrote for the release alongside guitarist Tom Capone (ex-Quicksand). Joseph talks about the recent splintering of the hardcore scene due to socio-political differences and how the pandemic and cancel culture have affected his personal life both in and outside the music world and much more. For all episodes of Aftershocks TV, go to www.aftershockstv.com

On this Aftershocks Preview, legendary NYHC/Cro-Mags vocalist John Joseph discusses how cancel culture and the current social landscape in the hardcore and vegan lifestyle scenes influenced the new BLOODCLOT album both musically and lyrically. Stay tuned for the full episode to be released on Thursday, January 5th 2023 @ www.aftershockstv.com

On this episode of Tremors, Matt & Chris talk about the recent reports on the declining TikTok numbers in relation to it being a dominant platform for musical influence. The guys discuss how American Idol and reality TV took hold of exposing and nurturing new music in the early-to-mid 2000's and how the music industry continues to operate using an out-dated and broken business model. They also get into a discussion as to how this recent news positively affects underground rock and metal while bigger artists and promoters continue to charge exorbitant amounts of money to see bands who no longer relish in the creation of new music and much more. Please take a moment to subscribe, share and leave us a 5 Star Review for this episode! It helps us grow and do better episodes for YOU!!

On this episode of Aftershocks TV, Matt sits down with vocalist Dave Frost & drummer Adam Smith from burgeoning stoner-groove metal band THE RED MOUNTAIN to discuss the bands debut release 'Alpha'. Frost discusses the bands formation and growing up in the southeastern metal scene in Mississippi. The guys talk about the bands sound and how the band started to take off with the addition of Smith behind the drum kit shortly after forming. Frost and Smith discuss the bands appearance at the Tennessee Metal Devastation Festival in the Fall of 2022 and how vital the event was to rock and metal musicians and fans in that region who have yet to experience that type of live setting living and growing up in the Bible Belt of the southeastern US and much more. ________________________________________ Website: https://www.aftershockstv.com

On this episode of Aftershocks TV, Matt sits down with ex-SOULFLY and current ILL NINO guitarist Marc Rizzo. The guys discuss Rizzo's latest project REVENGE BEAST and the band's first single 'EGREGORE' off their soon-to-be-released debut album on Upstate Records. Marc starts things off by discussing the band's formation and musical direction and how his approach on the record differed from what he has historically done with Soulfly for the past two decades. Rizzo discusses his underrated status as a guitar virtuoso and how his previous band kept him from being aware of other opportunities that were made available to him during his tenure with Soulfly. He talks about him rejoining his original band ILL NINO and how their sound and style have evolved over the years since his departure in the early 2000's. Rizzo talks about how his departure from Soulfly has allowed him to focus on his own legacy as a renowned guitarist, his solo work and what he has planned for future releases and live shows, and much more.

On this episode of Aftershocks TV, Matt sits down with CASSIUS KING guitarist Dan Lorenzo (Hades/Non Fiction/Vessel Of Light) and vocalist Jason McMaster (Dangerous Toys/Watchtower/Broken Teeth). The guys talk about the band's formation, as well as the first single 'Abandon Paradise' off the band's sophomore release 'Dread The Dawn'. McMaster discusses the concept behind the track and Lorenzo discusses how he goes about spreading his riffs among the various bands/projects that he currently is active in. McMaster discusses filling in for Mark Tornillo/Accept and John Bush/Armored Saint and both bands most recent tour, and the pressure he felt doing both gigs in such a short timespan. The guys talk about the challenges they face as musical artists in today's age of music nostalgia, the possibility of playing live in the future, and much more.

On this episode of Aftershocks Tremors, Matt sits down with VEGAS ROCK REVOLUTION promoter/DOOMED & STONED co-host and RIPPLE MUSIC A&R/Curator John Gist. John discusses the challenges he faces as a promoter in the modern day underground heavy rock and metal scene and shares some of his experiences and concerns on how difficult it is to thrive, let alone survive in today's music business. He discusses his foray into the music business and the impetus in starting VRR a little short of a decade ago. The guys talk about Gist's well renowned podcast DOOMED & STONED and the importance of promoting new rock and metal music in today's age of music nostalgia. Gist also talk about his work with RIPPLE MUSIC and their 'Turned To Stone' split-series and much more.