Guest Ole Frank is the drummer and producer of Danish prog metal band Deadnate, known for his meticulous approach to recording and mixing, which helped shape the sound of Mosaic—a record praised for its clarity, aggression, and emotional depth. A lot of heavy bands struggle to balance raw energy with polished production, but Deadnate pulls it off effortlessly—and their latest album Mosaic is a masterclass in that delicate craft. Ole Frank, the band’s drummer and producer, reveals how they cra...
May 26
36 min
In this proglicious episode, the Shit Talk yahoos dive deep into A Pale White Dot, examining why even the most polished metal records can feel a little off to some listeners while being absolutely perfect to others. Some tracks blast into your face like a freight train, while others meander into synth-rich territory that leave some folks yearning for more of the heavy. They get into their standout moments from the record—highlighting Will Ramos’s explosive performance on Subhuman and the riff...
May 21
25 min
If you’re sleeping on Deadnate’s new record Mosaic, do yourself a favor and wake up from that beautiful slumber. This album is a relentless, genre-blending killer that expertly combines thrash, prog, and raw aggression. It’s self-produced but sounds like a big-budget release. If you're tired of overproduced, sterile metal albums, this one will hit hard—sonically massive, thoughtfully arranged, and packed with innovative layers. Derek and John unpack why Mosaic is likely destined for a t...
May 8
17 min
The much-anticipated collaboration between grindcore legends Napalm Death and the legendary Melvins is here— but does it live up to the hype? Dive into a raw, candid breakdown of "Savage Imperial Death March," where the consensus seems to be that it's more Melvins than Napalm Death and it lacks the of aggression and the heavy dose of Napalm Death that may leave some fans of either band feeling disappointed. Check why this album feels more like a relaxed Melvins studio session than a true fusi...
Apr 27
16 min
If you're into progressive metal that combines raw intensity with meticulous craftsmanship, Periphery should be high on your list of must listen material. John and Derek get into Mr. God, the first single from Periphery's upcoming album A Pale White Dot. This latest single, on their own 3 Dot Recordings, is a ferocious mix of chunky, heavy baritone guitars, monstrous bass tones, searing vocals and huge drums— all crafted with a level of production that elevates the entire genre. The gu...
Apr 20
9 min
This time around Derek and John get into the new album From Birth To Death by SUN DONT SHINE. It’s an awesome record that combines doom, killer melodies and subtle grunge influences—all woven together into a powerful heavy rock record that surprises and elevates the metal landscape. The STR malcontents get into the intricate details that make this album stand out. Check out how the band’s lineup, featuring Kirk Winstein and Todd Strange from Crowbar and Down, delivers riffs that oscillate be...
Apr 17
20 min
Derek and John recently spent some time with Edge Of Paradise’s singer, pianist and visionary Margarita Monet. Most artists channel their inner sci-fi visionary by dreaming of a full-fledged movie based on their album — but Margarita Monet of Edge of Paradise is already on her way. She’s blending heavy riffs, cinematic visuals, the realities and wishes for AI, consciousness, and what it truly means to be human into her band's art and ambitions. When most musicians stick to music, she pushes t...
Apr 8
28 min
Nashville's metal scene is thriving in ways you never expected—chaotic, intense, and deeply connected. John and Derek sat down for a conversation with Jacob Lilly, vocalist of Chamber, and he pulled back the curtain on their latest album this is goodbye… revealing how chaos, emotion, and raw energy define their sound and their journey. Discover how they push musical boundaries with producer Randy LaBeouf, balancing chaos with cohesion, and what it takes to turn raw studio chaos into a polishe...
Apr 1
43 min
Heritage metal band Lamb Of God just released their tenth studio album Into Oblivion. Derek and John got into it and talked about the band's return to form, production techniques, and band evolution. They also questioned why Country Time Lemonade still hasn't answered John's calls but still have no answers. (John is still quite upset.) www.shittalkreviews.com Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Spotify Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts #lambofgod #log #lambofgodband #pu...
Mar 27
20 min
Nashville mosh metal masters CHAMBER have a new album dropping on March 27, 2026 and in a word, it is INTENSE. John and Derek got their hands on a copy and had to talk about it. This band sits right at the chaotic intersection of mathcore, metalcore, and hardcore and they bring the perfect amount of noise-based goodness to scratch all your itches in just the right way. www.shittalkreviews.com Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Spotify Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podc...
Mar 20
20 min
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