Join us for a journey through digital dreams and neon-laced clouds as Nick Wusz introduces his Dungeon Synthwave project, Neon Wizard, to the listeners of I Hate Music. Nick will discuss his motivations, composition techniques, and the recording process behind his latest album, “Crypt Walk.”Rest your tired feet and close your eyes; our tower is open from 7:00 to 11:00.--------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before the internet, streaming, and YouTube, MTV’s Headbangers Ball was debatably the most wide-spread source for bringing heavy and extreme metal into our homes. Hosted by Riki Rachtman, the show introduced a generation to everything from the mainstream sounds of Metallica and Pantera to the extreme metal of Death, Cannibal Corpse, and Sepultura.Please join us as we reminisce and debate the legacy of this iconic era. And as always, keep one foot in the gutter and one fist in the gold. --------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we decided to delve into an obscure track from Andy Winter, the Norwegian musician known for his work with Winds, Age of Silence, and Sculptured.Following his 2013 solo record, Incomprehensible, he released a digital single in 2014 titled "Uncountably Infinite." This track features a notable lineup including Andy Winter, Hellhammer (Mayhem), Mirai Kawashima (Sigh), and Jason Walton of this podcast. Additionally, Don Anderson from Agalloch contributed a guest solo.Although the song has remained largely unrecognized, unknown, and unheard, we wanted to unearth it for discussion. Despite its strange nature, it features some truly intoxicating grooves that are worth exploring.  --------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Birmingham, England, is arguably the birthplace of heavy metal, home to legendary bands such as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Napalm Death. From the founding forefathers of the genre to the epicenter of grindcore, Birmingham has long been a point of intrigue for metal musicians and fans alike.In this episode, we explore the history of the area and the factors that contributed to this genre-defining scene exploding from the city. --------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's discussion, we explore the intersection of humor and music, featuring artists such as Weird Al, Dethklok, Gwar, and more. We will examine when humor in music succeeds and when it fails, discussing our own personal limits and preferences. Additionally, we'll explore why some bands might take things too far and whether humorous elements have a place within serious art.Gwar rules and Dethklok drools.--------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our listeners have been writing in with a lot to say lately. From suggesting new topics to weighing in on past discussions and sharing personal experiences, the feedback has been incredible. In this episode, we also address some criticism and discuss the Milwaukee Metal Fest.Join us as we dive further into great death metal vocalists, explore more workout metal, and pay the price for speaking our minds. --------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for our latest discussion as we explore the purpose of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and  ruminate on the induction process for artists. We will also delve into what defines Rock & Roll, the presence of Rock & Roll bands in 2026, and the paradigms that determine how an artist fits within a specific genre.The conversation will include Jason bringing up the Ramones way too often, along with plenty of the usual detours from our hosts.--------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we welcome back longtime friend Hamilton Jordan to discuss the much-anticipated new Genghis Tron album, "Signal Fire." We dive into how he and the band have evolved over the last twenty years, and we also explore topics like blast beats, self-taught musicianship, and the process of discovering new music.Genghis Tron’s new album, "Signal Fire," will be released this June on Relapse Records.--------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meeting your heroes can be a mixed bag. While it offers an invaluable chance to connect with someone you admire, it also carries the risk of damaging your perception of them and their work.In today’s episode, we discuss the environmental and emotional factors involved in approaching a hero, the potential outcomes, and what people hope to achieve from these interactions. We also share the story of when Nick unexpectedly met Steve Harris of Iron Maiden in London.--------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why do bands choose to sing in their native language when it might limit their worldwide appeal? Is it a matter of authenticity, nationalism, or pride? Furthermore, why are many listeners hesitant to engage with lyrics in a language they don't understand, and why was Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance so controversial?Join us as we discuss these topics and listen to Jason get irrationally mad about the appropriation of metal by those outside the community.--------------------Hosts: Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.Produced by Jason Walton for Earth in Sound Productions.--------------------Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠IHM Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials, donate to support the podcast, and visit us online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Music Linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠Email and listener suggestions to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠- Part of the Distorted Paths Podcast Network - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.