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Venom guitarist Rage Dixon and Six Feet Under guitarist Jack
Owen headline this double episode, breaking down the making of Into Oblivion
and Next To Die. Rage explains how losing two years of recordings forced
Venom to rebuild the album from scratch, pushing the band toward a more
experimental, live-driven sound, while Owen explores whether Six Feet Under is
returning to its classic groove-focused identity.

The episode covers Venom’s no click track recording
approach, the evolution behind “Lay Down Your Soul” and “Kicked Out of Hell,”
and the band’s direction moving forward. In the second half, Owen is joined by
Metal Mayhem ROC correspondent Bill the Rager, bringing a 35-year friendship
into the conversation, turning it into a heavy metal memory lane alongside
insights on songwriting, touring, stepping away from lead guitar, and stories
from his time in Cannibal Corpse.

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https://www.venomslegions.com/

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Richie
Faulkner of Judas Priest joins Metal Mayhem ROC to break down Elegant Weapons
and their new album Evolution. Faulkner shares the story behind a track
originally brought into a Priest session—sung by Rob Halford but left off the
record—that ultimately found its place on this release, highlighting the
creative link between both worlds.

The
conversation covers how Evolution builds on Horns for a Halo, the
current lineup with Ronnie Romero, Dave Rimmer, and Christopher Williams, and
the studio dynamic with Andy Sneap. Faulkner also dives into songwriting
approaches, Nashville’s musician network, album sequencing, touring plans for
Elegant Weapons, the next chapter for Judas Priest, and a candid health update.

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https://judaspriest.com/

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Triumph’s
50th anniversary tour drives this double feature with April Wine’s Brian
Greenway and touring member Todd Kerns, breaking down one of 2026’s most
talked-about classic rock runs. With Rik Emmett and Gil Moore leading an
expanded lineup, this episode digs into how the tour came together and why it
matters right now.

Brian
Greenway shares how April Wine landed the direct support slot and where the
band stands today, while Todd Kerns goes inside the Triumph camp—covering the
lineup with Phil X and Brent Fitz, the NHL performance that helped spark the
tour, plus his work with Bruce Kulick performing deep-era KISS material and
other current projects.

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Metal Church founder Kurdt Vanderhoof joins Metal Mayhem
ROC to discuss the band’s return and the new album Dead to Rights. After
shutting the band down due to burnout, Kurdt explains what brought Metal Church
back—and how a new lineup featuring Brian Allen, David Ellefson, and Ken Mary
reshaped the band’s direction.

We break down the songwriting process, key tracks, and
the album’s flow, along with how Metal Church balances classic material with
new songs on stage. Kurdt also shares insight into upcoming tour dates and
what’s next for the band.

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Corrosion of Conformity takes center stage as bassist Bobby
Landgraf joins Metal Mayhem ROC to break down the band’s new double album Good
God / Baad Man and a pivotal new chapter in the group’s evolution.

Landgraf details how he joined Corrosion Of Conformity
through long-standing musical relationships with Pepper Keenan and the band’s
extended circle, stepping into the role without a formal audition. That
foundation of trust carried directly into the studio, where the band built a
sprawling double album through a mix of structured demos and spontaneous,
full-band jam sessions.

A key focus is the organic writing process behind Good
God / Baad Man, including songs that emerged in real time while the band
recorded together in the same room. Landgraf also discusses working alongside
drummer Stanton Moore, whose groove-driven style helped shape the feel and
direction of the material.

Beyond the album, Landgraf shares insight from his time as a
bass tech for Pantera on Metallica’s 72 Seasons stadium tour, offering a
behind-the-scenes look at one of the most technically demanding live
productions in modern metal.

With new music, a major tour cycle, and a refreshed lineup,
Corrosion Of Conformity continues to evolve while staying rooted in the sound
and spirit that defines the band.

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