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The Heavy Metal Hangover

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An unscripted, weekly heavy metal themed show that’s all fun and no politics. Join Rex and Duff, friends since childhood and lifelong metal fans, while they have the conversations you have with your buddies over a few drinks. Full of random topics and hilarious stories, this show is unlike any podcast you’ve ever heard. If you want a show about heavy metal without any agenda, but loaded with laughs, this is the show for you. Rex and Duff have a beer in one hand, and a fistful of metal in the other.

Location:

United States

Description:

An unscripted, weekly heavy metal themed show that’s all fun and no politics. Join Rex and Duff, friends since childhood and lifelong metal fans, while they have the conversations you have with your buddies over a few drinks. Full of random topics and hilarious stories, this show is unlike any podcast you’ve ever heard. If you want a show about heavy metal without any agenda, but loaded with laughs, this is the show for you. Rex and Duff have a beer in one hand, and a fistful of metal in the other.

Language:

English

Contact:

3158007652


Episodes
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S2E135 - Metal's Monuments: Our Mount Rushmore of Guitarists, Drummers, Bass Legends and more!

11/17/2025
Get ready for the ultimate metal debate because Rex and Duff are etching their choices in stone! This week, we're taking on the massive challenge of building our "Mount Rushmore" of Metal Musicians. Who belongs on the sacred mountain of shred? We're talking definitive lists and tough decisions across all positions: We'll be naming the four essential Metal Guitarists that defined the riff, the four Drummers who laid down the thunderous foundations, the four Bassists who commanded the low end, and maybe even a few more surprise categories! Brace yourself for some controversial omissions and bold inclusions as we finalize our pantheon of metal gods. Tune in to see if your favorite made the cut!

Duration:02:20:56

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S2E134 - Megadeth's New Chapter, Dave's Ride the Lightning Take, and the Dumbest Things to Get Signed!

11/10/2025
Get ready for an aggressive dose of thrash speculation! Rex and Duff are diving deep into the hype surrounding the upcoming Megadeth album. While the album isn't out yet, we're laying out our predictions: Will it be a return to their golden era? Will it feature more technical fire or a return to a simpler groove? We'll break down the recent singles and updates, and of course, spend time talking about Dave Mustaine's controversial cover of the iconic Metallica track, "Ride the Lightning." Was it a brilliant nod or a petty power play? You know we have opinions! Then, we transition to a guaranteed laugh-out-loud segment: Messed-Up Things to Get Signed by a Metal Band including the weirdest, funniest, and most inappropriate items that fans have shoved in front of metal icons to sign. You'll never look at a sharpie the same way again. Tune in, crank it up, and remember: it's all fun and no politics on The Heavy Metal Hangover!

Duration:00:57:45

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S2E133 - The Metal/Horror Crossover, Manufactured Bands, and Halloween Havoc Tough Choices

10/27/2025
Get ready for another dose of high-volume heavy metal and low-budget horror! Rex and Duff are back, and this week we're digging our nails further into the coffin of Metal Horror Films, continuing our discussion on the perfect and imperfect blending of loud riffs and cinematic gore. Then, we transition to a debate that's been rattling the scene for decades: "Built-by-the-Label" Bands. We're talking about bands that emerged from a carefully crafted marketing plan rather than the garage. Do they count? Can they make great music despite their origins? We focus on one band in particular but tough on the concept itself. Finally, we close out the show with a round of Halloween Havoc Tough Choices! We're pitting everything spooky, scary, and seasonal against each other in our popular "King of the Mountain" format. Tune in and scream along as we make some impossible decisions!

Duration:01:46:12

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S2E132 - Space Ace's Legacy: Cold Gin, New York Groove, and The Ultimate KISS Tough Choices

10/20/2025
Get ready to raise a glass of cold gin, throw up the horns, and celebrate the incredible legacy of the legendary Ace Frehley! This week on The Heavy Metal Hangover, Rex and Duff dedicate the entire main segment to the Space Ace, discussing his signature tone, his overlooked songwriting contributions, and the true cultural impact he had on an entire generation of guitarists. We'll be talking about his classic tracks like "Shock Me," "New York Groove," and the enduring anthem, "Cold Gin." Following the tribute, we dive into a round of KISS-themed "King of the Mountain" Tough Choices! It's the ultimate battle of impossible decisions, where we pit iconic albums, singles, and eras against each other. Is it the raw energy of Alive! vs. the perfection of Destroyer? Dipping into the deep well of the KISS discography, Rex and Duff will crown the champion. Tune in to argue, debate, and party all nite!

Duration:01:57:49

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S2E131 - The New Release Rundown, Rob Zombie's Horror Legacy, and Our Toughest Choices Yet!

10/13/2025
Rex and Duff are back and we've got a mountain of new metal to discuss! We kick off the show by catching up on some of the biggest and most exciting recent and upcoming releases, including new heat from Revocation (New Gods, New Masters), the gothic grandeur of Paradise Lost (Ascension), the extreme artistry of Igorrr (Amen), the doom-laden depth of Novembers Doom (Major Arcana), and an update on the latest from the mighty Megadeth. Then, we dive back into the grindhouse for our horror film segment, putting the spotlight squarely on Rob Zombie's filmography—from the cult chaos of the Firefly Family trilogy (House of 1000 Corpses, The Devil's Rejects, 3 From Hell) to his Halloween remakes. We're talking horror influences, the controversial lack of metal on his soundtracks, and the undeniable connection between his unique vision and the heavy metal aesthetic. Finally, we wrap up with another round of "King of the Mountain" Tough Choices, forcing us into some agonizing metal dilemmas!

Duration:01:57:40

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S2E130 - Live Riffs, Horror Flicks, & The Toughest Choices!

10/6/2025
Get ready to throw some horns because Rex and Duff are back with a brand new episode of The Heavy Metal Hangover! We're kicking things off by diving headfirst into the mosh pit of live shows, starting things off by talking about Rex's recent pilgrimage to see Alice Cooper and Judas Priest. Then, it's time to dim the lights for Metal Movies!—our deep dive into films that perfectly blend metal culture and horror. We're talking cult classics and deep cuts like Demon Knight, Trick or Treat, Strangeland, and Night of the Demons, just to name a few of the twisted flicks we're dissecting! Finally, we wrap things up with a high-stakes "King of the Mountain" tough choice segment! We face off with agonizing metal dilemmas before crowning the "King of the Mountain" in a battle of impossible decisions.

Duration:02:40:47

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S2E129 - Let's Make Tracks!

9/22/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about the importance of track listings and some of their favorite first tracks off first albums that helped define a band for the reminder of their career.

Duration:01:29:43

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S2E128 - Pantera 2025

9/15/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about Rex seeing Pantera and their thoughts now that both have seen the updated line up. And Duff has some tough choices for Rex!

Duration:02:54:30

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S2E126 - Nine inch Nails

9/8/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about Rex seeing Nine Inch Nails in Brooklyn and how must music does or does not connect with each host. And a tough choice from one of our listeners!

Duration:01:34:47

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S2E126 - Side Projects

9/2/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about kicking off the Halloween season by talking about the movie Trick or Treat and some other metal related horror stuff. Then we introduce our own side projects including Duff's Youtube channel Duff Dives and new plans for Rex's band Youtube Channel. All this and a tough choice!

Duration:02:04:05

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S2E125 - What is Your Ideal Album?

8/18/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about beer for a little while then switch gears to talk about what they look for in a perfect album.

Duration:02:16:23

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S2E124 - Sentimental Albums

8/11/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about sentimental albums and which albums would we say are unbeatable in head to head competitions. And a tough choice for Duff that really gives him a hard time.

Duration:02:12:15

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S2E123 - Second Chances

8/4/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about how they may have been too harsh on Bark at the Moon last episode which makes them reflect on bands and albums they didn't like at first but gave a second listen to and liked them.

Duration:03:10:28

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S2E122 - RIP Ozzy

7/24/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about Ozzy's last show, his legacy and what he meant to them. Then they give their thoughts on his solo career.

Duration:02:09:29

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S2E121 - So Far, So Good, So What?! 2025

6/23/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about some of their favorite albums that have come out so far this year.

Duration:02:48:51

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S2E120 - More Album Rankings!

6/16/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about the new A-Z album then rank albums by Type O Negative and Ghost.

Duration:02:34:23

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S2E119 - Album Rankings

6/9/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about some new albums that came out recently then rank albums.

Duration:02:41:45

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S2E117 - Beer Drinking Themes

5/30/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about what is a good theme song for a slow motion walk where you step out and crack open a beer on a summer day like in a movie.

Duration:01:42:07

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S2E116 - Complex or Simple

5/27/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about the new Candlemass EP and does music need to be complex or easy to be good?

Duration:02:32:32

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S2E115 - Album Covers

5/16/2025
This episode Rex and Duff talk about what makes a cool album cover and a tough choice!

Duration:02:34:51