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In this episode of And Now The Band, Tom sits down with the Jasons of Molly McGuire to talk about the band's 30th anniversary of Lime, the history of Molly McGuire, their new album Disaster in Reverse, and the experiences that shaped the Jason's musical career.They discuss returning to the Molly McGuire material after years away and how surprisingly natural the songs felt when the band reunited. The conversation also dives into the band's new record, and the recording process with produced by Sisters and engineered by Paul Malinowski of Shiner and Mario Quintero of Spotlights/MollyMcGuire/Sisters.The episode goes well beyond the reunion, covering hardcore punk, Bad Brains, underground music, classic rock, songwriting, recording, live performance, and the importance of authenticity when performing another artist's material.We also share some wild stories about recording sessions, unexpected sounds captured in the studio, and their experiences with psychedelic culture and live music. They discuss what makes certain records timeless and why less-polished recordings can sometimes have more impact than heavily produced modern music.The Jasons also talks about what's next for Molly McGuire, including the band's upcoming October shows and the first single from the new album, “It's Not For You.”In This Episode:Molly McGuire's 30th anniversary of LimeRevisiting the band's classic materialThe new album Disaster in ReverseThe story behind the title Disaster in ReverseRecording with Paul Malinowski and Mario QuinteroThe first single, “It's Not For You”Bad Brains and the hardcore punk influenceUnderground music vs. mainstream productionSongwriting and recording techniquesPerforming cover songs authenticallyLed Zeppelin, Rainbow and classic rockStudio accidents and unexpected recordingsTouring and upcoming October showsThe evolution of Molly McGuireThe importance of staying true to your musical identityIf you're into heavy music, hardcore punk, underground metal, classic rock, independent music, vinyl, and the stories behind the bands you love, this episode is for you.Subscribe to And Now The Band for more conversations with musicians, producers, artists, and people working behind the scenes in heavy music.#MollyMcGuire #DisasterInReverse #ItsNotForYou #HardcorePunk #BadBrains #PunkRock #HeavyMusic #Metal #UndergroundMusic #NewMusic #MusicInterview #AndNowTheBand #LouisvilleMusic #HeavyMetalPodcast

Jeff Golden of Blood of the Earth and Six Feet Under joins Tom for EP380 of And Now The Band!
While Six Feet Under was on tour, the band stopped in Louisville at the Whirling Tiger, giving Tom the opportunity to hang out with Jeff before the show. After grabbing some food and running around Louisville, the two sat down for a conversation about Blood of the Earth, Six Feet Under, death metal, music history, and what's coming next.
Jeff goes deep on the story behind Blood of the Earth, including the long-awaited addition of J Costa of Thy Will Be Done on vocals. Jeff explains how long he and J had been discussing the project and why bringing it to life has ultimately been roughly 10 years in the making.
The conversation also explores Jeff's introduction to death metal, the influences that helped shape his musical journey, and how those experiences eventually contributed to Blood of the Earth's sound.
Jeff also talks about opening Lucky 13 in Tampa, what fans can expect from the new venture, and the work involved in creating a space for the music community.
And of course, Tom and Jeff discuss Six Feet Under's current tour, including the band's extensive touring schedule and their plans to take the music around the world.
Jeff Golden's work with Blood of the Earth
Jeff's time with Six Feet Under
The story behind J Costa joining Blood of the Earth
Why Blood of the Earth has been 10 years in the making
J Costa's crushing vocal performance
Jeff's introduction to death metal
The bands and music that influenced Jeff
Blood of the Earth's development
Opening Lucky 13 in Tampa
Building a venue and music community
Six Feet Under's current tour
Touring around the world
Life on the road
Louisville's Whirling Tiger
The underground death metal community
What's next for Blood of the Earth
If you're into death metal, Six Feet Under, Thy Will Be Done, underground metal, extreme vocals, touring musicians, and new heavy music, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
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Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red joins Tom on And Now The Band for a conversation about Seasons of Surrender, August Burns Red's 20-year career, songwriting, authenticity, vocal technique, live performance, touring, and maintaining creative chemistry after decades together.
Jake explains how August Burns Red approached Seasons of Surrender with the goal of creating the best version of an August Burns Red record rather than chasing trends or making a drastic stylistic departure.
He discusses the band's creative process, rewriting songs and endings, pushing one another in the studio, and developing the trust necessary to accept criticism from bandmates.
Jake and Tom also compare the new album with Death Below, discussing how the darker and more progressive character of that record reflected the COVID era while Seasons of Surrender represents the band embracing who they are while continuing to evolve.
The conversation covers authenticity, songwriting, collaboration, audience connection, live performance, vocal technique, touring, and longevity.
Jake shares the story behind developing the low vocal technique required for "Legions", including working with vocal coach David Benitez, and explains how he prepares his voice for touring and live performances.
The episode also explores what it takes to keep a band healthy after 20 years: trust, humility, honest criticism, compromise, personal relationships, and the willingness to keep challenging yourself.
Topics include: August Burns Red, Jake Luhrs, Seasons of Surrender, Death Below, metalcore, songwriting, vocal technique, "Legions," "Sonic Salvation," touring, live performance, audience engagement, vocal health, and 20 years of August Burns Red.

Sebastian of God Mother joins Tom on And Now The Band to discuss the band's massive new album Kottvarld, 15 years of God Mother, recording across multiple studios, international touring, handmade merchandise, and the importance of maintaining genuine connections within the underground music community.

After nearly two years of work, God Mother are preparing to release Kottvarld, a massive album that represents a significant new chapter for the band. Sebastian explains the band's unique recording process, which involved multiple studios, including an iconic drum-recording facility where ABBA previously recorded.

Sebastian also discusses the extensive network of people behind God Mother. After roughly 15 years together, the band has built a support system that extends far beyond the four members, including family, friends, engineers, PR support, and other collaborators. From recording in Daniel's father's basement to working with Michael as the band's sound engineer, that community has played an important role in helping God Mother create their music.

As a graphic designer, Sebastian is also heavily involved in the band's visual identity, including album artwork, merchandise, and handmade designs. He shares the story of creating a limited-edition Stanley Kubrick-inspired poster at a show that became so meaningful to one fan that they traveled from Canada specifically to purchase it.

Tom and Sebastian explore how merchandise can become more than something fans buy at a concert—it can become a physical reminder of a particular show, band, or moment in someone's life.

The conversation also covers God Mother's experiences playing major venues, including Terminal 5 in New York, where they encountered fans and notable musicians including Mike Patton.
Topics discussed include:
God Mother's new album Kottvarld
Two years of work behind the record
God Mother's 15-year history
Recording across multiple studios
An iconic studio where ABBA recorded
Recording in Daniel's father's basement
Michael's role as engineer
Sebastian's graphic design work
Album artwork and merchandise
Handmade concert merchandise
Stanley Kubrick-inspired artwork
Building relationships with fans
Terminal 5 in New York
Meeting Mike Patton

European touringUK and Scandinavian shows
The challenges of touring the United States
International visa and touring issues
Stockholm's Cyclops venue
Introducing children to heavy music
Metallica and Motörhead
God Mother's 2013 Central America tour
Spotify and music discovery
The importance of underground music communities
Future touring plans
Sebastian and Tom also discuss the changing live-music environment and why personal interaction between bands and fans remains one of the most important aspects of underground music.

For fans of God Mother, experimental metal, hardcore, extreme music, Swedish metal, underground music, and international heavy music, EP378 provides an inside look at the band's creative process, their new album Kottvarld, and the community that has helped sustain God Mother for more than a decade.

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Alec of IATT joins Tom on And Now The Band to discuss IATT's ambitious concept album Etheric Realms of the Night, the psychology of sleep and insomnia, and the band's incredible feature-length black metal rock opera film now available through Thunderflix.
Etheric Realms of the Night explores the different stages of sleep and the psychological experiences surrounding them, including insomnia, sleep deprivation, somniphobia, and the human mind. Alec explains how IATT approaches songwriting through extensive research and discussion of psychology, allowing the album's themes to influence both the music and the band's larger visual presentation.
The conversation goes much deeper when Alec discusses the 18-month process of creating IATT's feature-length black metal rock opera film. Created independently and largely self-financed by Alec and his team, the film was produced on a shoestring budget and combines IATT's music with cinematic storytelling without traditional dialogue.
Alec draws on his background in film school and music-video production to explain how the project came together, the enormous amount of time invested in it, and the self-doubt that comes with spending more than 500 hours on an ambitious creative project.
The film premiered in Philadelphia before being released on Thunderflix, and Alec discusses plans for film-festival submissions, a potential special-edition DVD/CD release, behind-the-scenes material, and the possibility of eventually presenting the film with a live pit-orchestra-style performance.
Tom and Alec also discuss:
IATT's Etheric Realms of the Night
Black metal and concept albums
Sleep, insomnia and somniphobia
The psychology behind IATT's music
IATT's feature-length black metal film
Black metal rock operas
Thunderflix
Independent filmmaking
Film school and music-video production
Spending 500+ hours on a creative project
Overcoming self-doubt
Album artwork and visual storytelling
Vinyl, CDs and physical music
Black Lion Records
Envima Records
The importance of the complete album experience
Streaming vs. physical music
IATT's upcoming West Coast tour
Narcotic Wasteland
Future live screenings and performances
The future of IATT
Alec also talks about "Walk Amongst," one of his favorite IATT songs to perform, including the possibility of incorporating live saxophone into future performances.
The episode closes with discussion of IATT's upcoming touring plans, including their September West Coast tour, a show with Narcotic Wasteland, and the possibility of bringing their film to Louisville for a special screening and live event.
If you're a fan of black metal, extreme metal, concept albums, experimental music, independent filmmaking, psychological horror, or ambitious DIY music projects, this is an episode you won't want to miss.