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On this episode of SKULLSESSIONS SALUTE, Focus On Metal podcast host Richie Waddell and frequent guest/co-host of the Shockwaves Skullsessions Tom Brennan give their tributes to the late-great Bob Nalbandian

Friend and frequent Skullsessions guest Patrick Scott talks about his decades long friendship with Bob and the affect he had on the Los Angeles metal scene

On this episode of Aftershocks, Matt sits down with METAL CHURCH & ROSS THE BOSS vocalist Marc Lopes. Marc talks about the latest RTB best of vinyl-only release 'Legacy of Blood, Fire & Steel' and the bands ensuing European King Of Metal 35th Anniversary tour. Lopes discusses his being hired as the lead vocalist of legendary metal outfit METAL CHURCH and how he approaches his vocals in each of his bands, including LET US PREY. The guys get into a discussion on Lopes' musical career and how he has been able to forge a successful career as a vocalist at a later part of his life than most vocalists experience and much more. For all episodes, go to www.aftershockstv.com

On this episode of SKULLSESSIONS SALUTE, Metal DJ Will gives his tribute to the late Bob Nalbandian and reminisces on their 40-year friendship. ________________________________________ Website: https://www.aftershockstv.com

On this episode of AFTERSHOCKS, Matt sits down with vocalist/drummer Steve Zing (Danzig/Samhain) and guitarist Dan Tracey from rock outfit BLAK 29. Zing and Tracey discuss the bands video and single for their cover of The Kinks classic ‘Destroyer’ and the decision to get drummer Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative/Danzig/Quiet Riot), guitarist Tommy Victor (Prong) and vocalist Jyrki 69 (69 Eyes) to guest on the track. The guys discuss the band’s sophomore LP ‘The Waiting’ as well as the second cover track for the Hollies’ classic ‘Long Cool Woman’ and the decision to cover two tracks by popular UK bands from the 60’s. Steve and Dan describe how they collaborate and write songs together which starts with Zing humming an idea and how having their own studio allowed them to fine tune their songs without the pressures of having time limits/constraints when choosing to record music at a professional studio. The guys get into a discussion about modern-day rock-n-roll and the affect it has on American culture within today’s youth and how the musical landscape has changed due to technological advances, but that the passion for rock music hasn’t waned with it. Steve and Dan discuss BLAK 29’s future in terms of playing live and much more.

On this episode of SKULLSESSIONS SALUTE, Matt chats with SOUND BARRIER vocalist Bernie K. and WARRIOR and INSIDE METAL SERIES co-producer Joe Floyd as they give their tributes to the late-great Bob Nalbandian

On this episode of AFTERSHOCKS, Matt sits down with bassist Frank Mackin from Canadian metal outfit LUGER. Mackin talks about the bands sophomore full-length REVELATIONS OF THE SACRED SKULL and the change in musical direction from the bands previous releases. Frank discusses the band’s road to getting signed by Heavy Psych Sounds records and their decade existence in the Montreal metal scene. The guys get into a discussion about how the band is still still considered ‘new’ even though they have been together for over 10 years and the patience and persistence it has taken to get to the next level in today’s music world. Mackin talks about the Montreal rock and metal scene and how diverse the bands are musically. He finishes up by talking about the bands hopes rot play outside of Canada in the coming months and more.

On this episode of Aftershocks TV's SKULLSESSIONS SALUTE, Matt chats with Metal Blade Records founder and CEO Brian Slagel. Brian starts off by discussing Metal Blade's 40th anniversary in 2022 and how his love for heavy metal lead to an unplanned career in the music thats lasted over four decades. Slagel talks about the fanzine days in the early 80's where he and Bob Nalbandian simultaneously created their own publications The New Heavy Metal Revue & The Headbanger. Brian talks about meeting Nalbandian at an Armored Saint and what he contributed to the heavy metal community and scene over the years. Slagel also talks about the unconventional signing of The Goo Goo Dolls in the late 80's, surviving the 90's when metal's popularity was at its all-time lowest, how Metal Blade were able to thrive when technology took over the music business in the early 2000's and more.

On this Aftershocks Tv episode of SKULLSESSIONS SALUTE, Matt & Chris chat with METAL RENDEZVOUS founder and editor John Strednansky. The guys talk about John's adventures with the late Bob Nalbandian and the early days of the 80's metal scene in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Strednansky discusses his 40-year friendship with Nalbandian and his contributions and importance to the metal community for over the last four decades.

On this episode of Aftershocks TV, Matt sits down with drummer Kris Gustafson from SF Bay Area thrash veterans TRAUMA. Gustafson talks about the bands latest release 'Awakening' and how they are preparing to hit the road this spring with Queensryche and Marty Friedman on the Digitial Alliance Tour. Kris talks about the addition of former Vicious Rumors vocalist Brian Allen to the fold and how the band went into a much heavier musical direction on the new release. Gustafson also discusses the bands over 30-year hiatus before reforming back in 2013, how the band's name will be forever tied to the late-great Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, the passing of original vocalist Donny Hillier and how the band came close to becoming non-existent and much more.

On this episode of AFTERSHOCKS, Matt & Chris continue the SKULLSESSIONS SALUTE series and chat with vocalist/bassist John Gallagher from legendary NWOBHM three-piece RAVEN. Gallagher starts things off by talking about the bands upcoming UK tour in support of the band's 40th anniversary if their classic LP 'One For All'. Gallagher also discusses the bands tribute performance for the late Marsha and Jonny Zazula of Megaforce Records alongside Metallica who the band toured with upon their first US appearance in 1983 on the legendary Kill Em' All For One Tour. Gallagher gives tribute to the late Bob Nalbandian and discusses his 40 year relationship with the legendary filmmaker/journalist and how important he was in the bands statewide success over the years.

On this episode of AFTERSHOCKS, Matt sits down with SOCIETY 1 guitarist Erik Kluiber to talk about the bands latest single 'The Fight Within'. Kluiber discusses how he landed the gig and how he adjusted his traditional metal style and approach to his current one with the band. Kluiber talks about the bands upcoming Rise Of The Machine Tour with Static X and Fear Factory and much more.

This is the first episode of Aftershocks TV's Shockwaves Skullsessions Salute in honor and remembrance of journalist/filmmaker and friend Bob Nalbandian. On this episode we chat with ex-Megadeth bassist DAVID ELLEFSON about the upcoming EP from his current band THE LUCID. Ellefson also discusses his current KINGS OF THRASH tour with Megadeth alumni Jeff Young and how the idea initially came about. Ellefson pays tribute to Nalbandian and discusses his importance in the success of Megadeth over the years as well as his personal relationship with the legendary metal maven over the last 4 decades.

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