Metal Geeks Podcast/MSRcast Metal Podcast

Metal Geeks 268: Back to the Geekery

Join your hosts Cary the Metal Geek and Not-So-Brutal George as they're joined by friend of the show and Harsh Vocals host Justin Corbett for a jam-packed return to geekery! In this episode, the crew reflects on the recent passing of the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, dives into the Back to the Beginning show, and discusses a wild variety of geeky goodness including Sinners, Heads of State, It's Always Sunny, The Bear, Superman, Duster, Jurassic World: Rebirth, Until Dawn, Final Destination: Bloodlines, Friendship, Eddington, Dexter, Thunderbolts, and Ironheart.

In gaming, we explore the madness of Donkey Kong Bananza, the shadows of Shadow Labyrinth, and finally wrap up the main story of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

And of course, no episode is complete without a chaotic round of George Hates Metal, where each host brings a band to the ring: Cold Slither, Pteraeon, and Atlantic.

Tune in and remember: Keep it Metal, Keep it Geeky! 🤘🎮

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MSRcast 308: Beyond the Metal

In episode 308 of MSRcast, we journey Beyond the Metal! Your hosts Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon return with a jam-packed episode featuring a recap of Comicpalooza 2025, reactions to the first band announcements for 70,000 Tons of Metal, and thoughts on Lux Terminus stepping in at ProgPower USA. We also discuss the recent Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath tribute show and wrap things up with some spirited rounds of This or That: Metal Edition. The episode’s playlist includes tracks from Valhalore, Fairyland, Defenders of the Faith, The Bleak Picture, Hexvessel, Insania, Ambush, and Leverage. Keep it metal! 

Playlist:
Valhalore - Edge of Forever - Beyond the Stars
Fairyland - To the Stars and Beyond - The Story Remains
Defenders of the Faith - Darkside Brigade - Odes to the Gods
The Bleak Picture - Plagued By Sorrow - Shades of Life
Hexvessel - Mother Destroyer - Nocturne
Insania - The Trinity - The Great Apocalypse
Ambush - Evil IN All Dimensions
Leverage - Moon of Madness - Gravity

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 our socials @msrcast and @themetalpigeon. Join Cary and Sean on Facebook, and don’t forget to like our fan page at http://www.facebook.com/msrcastofficial. Spread the metal love – share the show, subscribe on iTunes, and leave a review. Enjoy the metal journey, and Keep It Metal!

Metal Geeks 267: Live at Comicpalooza 2025 Geekery

In this episode of Metal Geeks, we’re recapping our wild and geeky adventure at Comicpalooza 2025! From meeting the cast of Resident Alien to chatting with the legendary Patton Oswalt and soaking in all the pop culture mayhem, it was a weekend to remember. Then, we take you to the full recording of our live panel at the Podcast Pavilion, where we revisited the glory days of Astroworld with special guests Bryan Fuqua, a Six Flags expert and historian, and Juan from Super Happy Incredible Toys, whose art keeps the spirit of Houston’s beloved theme park alive. It’s a celebration of fandom, nostalgia, and of course, metal!

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MSRcast 307: Gone Metal

Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon return with a packed episode covering hot takes on Sleep Token and the ongoing debate around gatekeeping in metal. We also dive into Katatonia’s newly announced album Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State, fan outrage over Iron Maiden’s current setlist, and the reveal of Helloween’s upcoming album. Plus, we preview anticipated post-summer releases from Arjen Lucassen, Amorphis, and Paradise Lost, and discuss why Jon Aldara won’t be touring with Iotunn.

We also nerd out over the newly revealed lineup for G.I. Joe’s fictional metal band Cold Slither, and as always, spin a killer playlist to soundtrack the conversation. This episode features tracks from Elvenking, Slow Fall, Opia, Everon, The Haunted, Maestrick and Mercury Tide. Turn it up and Keep it Metal! 

Playlist:

Elvenking - Gone Epoch - Reader of the Runes (Luna)

Slow Fall - Mercury Moon - Blood Eclipse

Opia - The Fade - I Welcome Thee, Eternal Sleep

Everon - No Embrace - Shells 

The Haunted - death to the crown - songs of last resort

Maestrick - Upside Down - Espresso Della Vita: Lunare

Mercury Tide - And between Day and Night - Walls of Confusion

 

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 our socials @msrcast and @themetalpigeon. Join Cary and Sean on Facebook, and don’t forget to like our fan page at http://www.facebook.com/msrcastofficial. Spread the metal love – share the show, subscribe on iTunes, and leave a review. Enjoy the metal journey, and Keep It Metal!

Metal Geeks 266: Epic Geekery

Join the Metal Geeks crew for a jam-packed episode full of metal and pop culture madness! We dive into the Epic Universe opening date, ProgPower Day 2 updates, meeting Dave Bautista, and highlights from Murderbot, The Righteous Gemstones, The Agency, The Last of Us, Duster, Paddington 3, Andor S2, and more. We also discuss Gary Holt from Exodus’s book, and Minor Threats from Patton Oswalt. 

We discuss new comic, film, and game news—including Doom: The Dark Ages, Avengers: Doomsday, and the game of raising a baby! Plus, George Hates Metal jams some Maestrick and discussions about Kardashev, Behemoth, Ghost, Trick Or Treat, The Man-Eating Tree, Hexvessel, Slow Fall, …And Oceans, Haken, and more. Keep it Metal, and Keep it Geeky!

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MSRcast 306: Eternal Metal

Welcome to MSRcast Episode 306! We're bringing you another killer playlist featuring tracks from Behölder, Allegaeon, The Man-Eating Tree, Trick Or Treat, Serenity in Murder, Kardashev, Tribunal, and, making their first appearance on our "Well, I've Never" segment, Keiser! We also dive into ProgPower Day 2 updates with the addition of Novembers Doom, the massive Judas Priest/Alice Cooper/Corrosion of Conformity tour, the long-awaited Savatage reunion, Devin Townsend's latest project The Moth, and new album discussions from Eluveitie, Epica, Soliloquim, Elvenking, In The Woods..., Benediction, Dream Evil, Gama Bomb, and more. Horns up and keep it metal!

Playlist: 
Behölder - Draconian (Slave or Master) - In The Temple of the Tyrant
Allegaeon - The Swarm - The Ossuary Lens
The Man-Eating Tree - Ruins of Insanity  - Night Verses
Trick Or Treat - Bloodmoon - Ghosted
Serenity in Murder - Never Defiled - Timeless Reverie
Kardashev - Seed of the Night - Alunea
Keiser - Eternal Onslaught - Our Wretched Demise
Tribunal - A Wound Unhealing - In Penitence and Ruin

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 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!