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Metal Geeks 265: South of Geekery

🎙️ Get ready to journey South of Geekery with Metal Geeks Episode 265! Cary the Metal Geek, Brutal Dave, George, and special guest Josh Rundquist from Heavy Debriefings dive deep into the latest ProgPower drama (thanks, visa issues!), explore Universal’s Epic Universe, and even wade into the ongoing saga of Jon Schaffer. We cover everything from Side Quest, The White Lotus, Mufasa, and Mid Century Modern, to South of Midnight and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii! Plus, we break down the latest on the Nintendo Switch 2 and play some epic rounds of “This or That” focused on metal and video games. Don’t miss new tracks from Belle Morte and Hands of Goro in our “George Hates Metal” segment!

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MSRcast 305: Seize The Metal

Welcome to episode 305 of MSRcast, titled Seize the Metal! Join Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon as they welcome special guests Metal Mike and renowned metal photographer Gonzo to relive their epic weekend at Hell’s Heroes VII!

In this episode, we dive into the festival’s highlights, sharing our favorite performances and unforgettable moments. Plus, we discuss the latest releases from Cradle of Filth, Arch Enemy, IQ, Grima, Serenity In Murder, and more! Get ready for a deep dive into the world of heavy music—press play and Seize the Metal!

Playlist: 

Hirax - Armageddon - Faster Than Death

The Night Eternal - In Tartarus - Fatale

Hanging Garden - To Seize the Night - The Unending

Explore the metal universe at msrcast.com, your one-stop hub for all things MSRcast. Immerse yourself in podcast archives, interviews, reviews, and more. Connect with us via msrcast@gmail.com, and stay updated on Twitter @msrcast and @themetalpigeon. Join Cary and Sean on Facebook, and don’t forget to like our fan page at http://www.facebook.com/msrcastofficial. Find us on Instagram @msrcast. Spread the metal love – share the show, tweet about it, subscribe on iTunes, and leave a review. Enjoy the metal journey, and Keep It Metal!

Metal Geeks 264: Gravitas Geekery

In this episode of Metal Geeks (Episode 264: Gravitas Geekery), we’re joined by Justin and Christian from Harsh Vocals to discuss our plans for Hell’s Heroes VII and review recent concerts, including Swallow the Sun with Harakari for the Sky and Ensiferum. We also talk about The Penguin, Daredevil: Born Again, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, and Split Fiction. Plus, we cover new metal releases and for the first time ever, we review the new Majestica album—Justin shares his thoughts on Power Metal!  Keep it metal, keep it geeky!

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MSRcast 304: Here Be Metal

Join us for another epic episode of MSRcast, where we dive into the latest in the world of metal! We break down our experiences at the Swallow the Sun and Dream Theater concerts, discuss the sudden viral rise of Bobby Liebling, and explore the latest on Bruce Dickinson’s solo tour and ProgPower updates. Plus, we dive into the unfortunate events on the 80’s Cruise involving Faster Pussycat’s Taime Downe and his fiancée, unpacking what went down and its impact. We also celebrate Queensrÿche’s triumphant return to the charts, proving their legacy is stronger than ever, and honor the lives and legacies of In Vain’s Sindre Nedland and former Annihilator vocalist Coburn Pharr, paying tribute to their contributions to the metal world. Our playlist is packed with killer tracks from Ebonheart, Noirum, Kilmara, Annihilator, Brainstorm, Pentagram, and Avantasia, and we introduce our brand-new segment, "Well, I've Never...", featuring Villagers of Ioannina City. Horns up and keep it metal!

Playlist:

Ebonheart - You Are Alone - Face Our Fear

Noirum - Jotunheimen - Nature

Tiktaalika - Gods of Pangea - Gods of Pangea 

Kilmara - Take Me Back (ft Daniel Heiman) - Journey to the Sun

 Annihilator - Stonewall - Never, Neverland

Villagers of Ioannina City - Age of Aquarius

Brainstorm - False Memories - Plague of Rats 

Pentagram - I spoke To Death - Lightning In A Bottle

Avantasia - Avalon (with Adrienne Cowan) - Here Be Dragons

Explore the metal universe at msrcast.com, your one-stop hub for all things MSRcast. Immerse yourself in podcast archives, interviews, reviews, and more. Connect with us via msrcast@gmail.com, and stay updated on Twitter @msrcast and @themetalpigeon. Join Cary and Sean on Facebook, and don’t forget to like our fan page at http://www.facebook.com/msrcastofficial. Find us on Instagram @msrcast. Spread the metal love – share the show, tweet about it, subscribe on iTunes, and leave a review. Enjoy the metal journey, and Keep It Metal!

Metal Geeks 263: Multiverse of Geekery

Welcome to Metal Geeks Episode 263: The Multiverse of Geekery! This time, we’re hanging out with special guest DJ R3NEGADE for a jam-packed episode full of geeky goodness and metal mayhem. Cary shares his experience meeting the legendary Troy Baker, we dive into Dream Theater’s 40th-anniversary concert, and we celebrate 50 years of Saturday Night Live. We also test our trivia skills with Pop Culture Jeopardy and break down the Tournament of Champions VI Pre-Qualifiers.

On the film and TV side, we’re talking The Substance, Up For Auction, Cobra Kai, Common Side Effects, The Pitt, Invincible, The White Lotus, Reacher, and The Gorge. Plus, we geek out over the Andor Season 2 trailer, Captain America: Brave New World, and Daredevil: Born Again. And for all the gamers out there, we dig into Guns of Fury, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii and Hearthstone: Starcraft.

And of course, it wouldn’t be Metal Geeks without George Hates Metal! This time, George suffers through Ebonheart, The Night Flight Orchestra, Green Lung, and Zatox. Will he actually like any of it? Probably not—but you’ll have to listen to find out! Keep it metal, and keep it geeky!

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Metal Geeks 262: Foray Into Geekery

Metal Geeks Podcast Episode 262 is here, packed with geeky goodness and metal mayhem! We dive into Mo, Mythic Quest, The Wild Robot, the 50th anniversary of SNL, Pop Culture Jeopardy, Den of Thieves, the Jurassic World: Rebirth trailer, Snack Shack, the return of Severance, Saturday Night, the Fantastic Four trailer, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Blade Chimera, Dynasty Warriors: Origins, and Sniper Elite: Resistance. We also discuss Ozzy’s final show, the upcoming Hell’s Heroes festival, and Doom: The Eternal Age. Plus, in George Hates Metal, we jam the latest from the metal band, Lunar!

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MSRcast 303: Timeless Metal

Welcome to episode 303 of MSRcast! Join us as we dive into the albums we missed in 2024, break down the daily lineup for Hell’s Heroes 2025, and discuss the Nevermore tribute submissions. We also celebrate 20 years of Ayreon’s The Human Equation, reflect on Matt Pinfield’s recent stroke, and look ahead to new albums dropping in 2025. Plus, we’re cranking up killer tracks from Gammacide, Elvellon, Plaguewielder, Timeless Fairytale, Beriedir, Ex Deo, Mourn the Light, Martyrion, The Halo Effect, Gardenian, and Master Sword. Turn it up—this is MSRcast! 🤘Keep it Metal!

Playlist:

Gammacide - Victims of Science - Victims of Science

Evellon - A Vagabond’s Heart - Ascending in Synergy

Plaguewielder - Empty Nights  IN DUST & ASH

Timeless Fairytale - Emptiness - A S—tory to Tell

Beriedir - Halo - Liminal Spaces

Ex Deo - Vitellius - Year of the Four Emperors

Mourn the Light - Blink of an Eye - The Magic is Calling

Martyrion - Ignorance Is My Bliss - Gaia Uprising

The Halo Effect - Our Channel to the Darkness - March of the Unheard

Gardenian - Chaos In Flesh - Soulburner

Master Sword - Toying With Time - Toying With Time

Explore the metal universe at msrcast.com, your one-stop hub for all things MSRcast. Immerse yourself in podcast archives, interviews, reviews, and more. Connect with us via msrcast@gmail.com, and stay updated on Twitter @msrcast and @themetalpigeon. Join Cary and Sean on Facebook, and don’t forget to like our fan page at http://www.facebook.com/msrcastofficial. Find us on Instagram @msrcast. Spread the metal love – share the show, tweet about it, subscribe on iTunes, and leave a review. Enjoy the metal journey, and Keep It Metal!

Metal Geeks 261: 2024 Rewind Geekery

Welcome to Metal Geeks Episode 261: 2024 Rewind Geekery features Cary the Metal Geek, George, and Brutal Dave coming together to reflect on the best of the year. The hosts dive into their favorite albums, films, TV shows, and video games from 2024, sharing their personal highlights and unique perspectives. 

What albums, games, films and tv shows made it into our top 10 lists?

Let the metal discussions and geeking out commence as we delve into the unforgettable experiences that defined our 2024. Keep it metal, and keep it geeky!!

MSRcast 302: 2024 Rewind

As we journey into 2025, we’re diving into the music that defined the past year, unveiling our Top Albums of 2024, and sharing the songs that kept our heads banging. We’ll also honor the legendary metal musicians we lost this year, celebrating their lasting impact on the scene. Looking ahead to 2025, we’ll discuss what’s got us excited—from anticipated album drops and epic tours to festivals that promise unforgettable moments. Join us for this special year-end episode as we reflect, honor, and gear up for another incredible year in metal. Keep it metal!

Explore the metal universe at msrcast.com, your one-stop hub for all things MSRcast. Immerse yourself in podcast archives, interviews, reviews, and more. Connect with us via msrcast@gmail.com, and stay updated on Twitter @msrcast and @themetalpigeon. Join Cary and Sean on Facebook, and don’t forget to like our fan page at http://www.facebook.com/msrcastofficial. Find us on Instagram @msrcast. Spread the metal love – share the show, tweet about it, subscribe on iTunes, and leave a review. Enjoy the metal journey, and Keep It Metal!

Metal Geeks 260: Geekery Commandos

Welcome to Metal Geeks Episode 260, "Geekery Commandos!" Join us as we dive into a jam-packed lineup of geeky delights, including thoughts on Speak No Evil, Man on the Inside, Nobody Wants This, Creature Commandos, Carry-On, Red One, What We Do In The Shadows, White Christmas, Gladiator 2, Smile 2, Wicked, Thanksgiving, and upcoming hits like Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. We also cover Marvel Rivals, the excitement of Astro Bot winning Game of the Year at the annual Video Game Awards, and our main topic—a deep dive into the best amusement parks in America. We also jam music from Eye of the Enemy and Múr. Keep it Metal! Keep it Geeky!

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