Welcome to 100 Songs that Define Heavy Metal

Welcome to 100 Songs that Define Heavy Metal

Welcome to 100 Songs that Define Heavy Metal, the ultimate journey into the heart of heavy music, hosted by Metal Blade Records’ founder, Brian Slagel. Each week, Brian dives into one of his personally curated tracks from his list of the heaviest songs in metal and hard rock, exploring the music that shaped a genre. With special guest musicians—some who wrote and recorded these iconic songs and others who found inspiration in them—the show unearths the stories behind each track. Whether you’re a lifelong metalhead or a new fan, this podcast brings you closer to the music and the legends who define it. Joining Brian are music journalist and critic Martin Popoff, offering deep historical context for each song, and acclaimed producer Jay Ruston, who provides technical insights into how these heavy anthems were crafted. Together, they bring an all-encompassing look at the hits that set the stage for metal and continue to inspire. Subscribe to 100 Songs that Define Heavy Metal and discover the unforgettable songs that live at the core of heavy music, one groundbreaking track at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Alice Cooper : "I'm Eighteen"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Alice Cooper : "I'm Eighteen"

Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel welcomes to the show the first artist he ever signed, Betsy Bitch of the band Bitch, to discuss Alice Cooper's "I'm Eighteen". Jay Ruston also shares his thoughts on the production of the song while author Martin Popoff brings his usual encyclopedic knowledge of rock n roll. Our friends at HeroCarePackages.com can help you show your support and uplift our service members with your own customizable package. You'll get 10% off if you use the code METAL1982. The code METAL1982 will also save you 15% on your order from OldGlory.com for concert, sports or entertainment merchandise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31 Mars 53min

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Slayer: "Raining Blood"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Slayer: "Raining Blood"

Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel discusses Slayer's "Raining Blood" with that band's drummer Dave Lombardo, producer Jay Ruston and author Martin Popoff. Make sure to check out our friends at HeroPackages.com to show your support and uplift our service members with your own customizable package. Enter the code METAL1982 to get 10% off. You can also use that code, METAL1982 at OldGlory.com to get 15% off your order on concert, sports or entertainment merchandise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Mars 53min

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Megadeth: "Peace Sells"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Megadeth: "Peace Sells"

Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel discusses Megadeth's "Peace Sells" with author Martin Popoff, producer Mark Lewis and Chris DeMakes from Less Than Jake, Make sure to check out our friends at HeroCarePackages.com to show your support and uplift our service members with your own customizable package. Enter the code METAL 1982 to get 10% off. You can also use the code METAL1982 at OldGlory.com to get 15% off your order on concert, sports or entertainment merchandise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 Mars 53min

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Dethklok : "Awaken"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Dethklok : "Awaken"

Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel talks about the song "Awaken" from the band Dethklok, who grew out of the Adult Swim series "Metalocalypse" with the creator and songwriter Brendon Small. Brian also talks about the song with producer Mark Lewis and rock and heavy metal author, "Doctor" Martin Popoff. Make sure to check out our friends at HeroCarePackages.Com to show your support and uplift our service members with your own customizable package. Enter the code METAL1982 to get 10% off. You can also use the code METAL1982 at OldGlory.Com to get 15% off your order on concert, sports or entertainment merchandise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Mars 53min

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Slayer : "Hell Awaits"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Slayer : "Hell Awaits"

Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel discusses Slayer's "Hell Awaits" with author Martin Popoff, producer Bill Metoyer (who produced the record) and guitarist Blasko (who has played with Ozzy Osbourne, Rob Zombie and Cryptic Slaugher. Be sure to check out our friends at Old Glory and when you order at OldGlory.com, be sure to use the promo code Metal1982 to get 15% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Mars 53min

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - King Diamond: "The 7th Day of July 1777"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - King Diamond: "The 7th Day of July 1777"

Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel discusses the King Diamond classic "The 7th Day of July 1777" with author Martin Popoff, producer Marc Lewis and King Diamond guitarist Andy La Rocque, who played on this song. Be sure to check out our friends at Old Glory and when you order at OldGlory.Com, make sure to use the promo code Metal1982. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Feb 53min

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Van Halen: "Ain't Talkin' 'bout Love"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - Van Halen: "Ain't Talkin' 'bout Love"

Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel discusses the Van Halen classic "Ain't Talkin' 'bout Love". As always, he's joined by author Martin Popoff, producer Mark Lewis and musician Rob Caggiano, formerly of Volbeat and Anthrax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 Feb 49min

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - System of a Down: "Hypnotize"

100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal - System of a Down: "Hypnotize"

Host and Metal Bade Records CEO Brian Slagel discusss System of a Down's "Hypnotize". As always, Brian checks in with author Martin Popoff. Then he talks about the production of the record with Dave Schiffman before visiting with comedian Craig Gass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Feb 53min

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