We gave Aaron Gillespie an original song inspired by Nine Inch Nails’ songwriting, along with a checklist of iconic grooves to incorporate into his performance. Watch as he takes on the challenge! Musora 7-Day Challenge (Start NOW!) ► https://www.drumeo.com/trial-yt?vid=eVorXW7UjTY Check out the microphones used in your favorite Drumeo videos (Earthworks […]
In episode 292 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas recounts with words and pictures one of the best concerts of his life. Live in Atlanta at the Masquerade, Igorrr brought down the house alongside Secret Chiefs 3 and Violent Magic Orchestra. As a concert photographer, I go to A LOT […]
In episode 287 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with Igor “Amadeus” Cavalera and asks what Nailbomb means and why now is the perfect time for this legendary project to return. This is a tale of metal, family, and hardcore punk; join us! Nailbomb Info: https://www.instagram.com/nailbomb_band_official/ Igor Socials: […]
The story behind the band Flyleaf and their self-titled ebut album. Podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rock-n-roll-true-stories-podcast/id1876614383 My second YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@rocknrolltruestories2 lyleaf were called a gimmick—but their 2005 self-titled debut told a far more complicated story. In this video, we look back at the dark, emotional, and unlikely rise of […]
Jon Barbas of Heavy Metal Philosophy is breaking down the best new metal albums of the weekend, from August 28th, 2026! From Alternative Metal, Modern Metal, Metalcore, Stoner Metal, Progressive Metal, Thrash Metal, Power Metal, Post Metal, Sludge Metal, Black Metal, Melodic Death Metal, Death Metal, Technical Death Metal, and […]
In episode 285 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas analyzes what it means for rock and heavy metal that MTV has officially removed the Best Rock and Metal categories from the VMAs for the first time in 37 years. See why this decision matters for the future of rock music. […]
Jon Barbas of Heavy Metal Philosophy is breaking down the best new metal albums of the weekend, from August 14th, 2026! From Industrial Metal, Modern Metal, Metalcore, Deathcore, Melodic Death Metal, Death Metal, Thrash Metal, Progressive Metal, Technical Death Metal, Electronic Darkwave, and everything in between! If you want some […]
In episode 284 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas warns metal concertgoers about 2 issues they might encounter on Down’s current North American tour with Spirit In The Room and Helmet. Jon photographed the opening night at Atlanta’s The Eastern and encountered 2 significant issues on an otherwise amazing night […]
In episode 272 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with Mark Menghi (from Metal Allegiance) and Brann Dailor (from Mastadon) to chat about King Ultramega, the all-star collective paying tribute to Chris Cornell. This super group ranges from players like Kim Thayil, Alissa White-Gluz, Charlie Benante, Joe Satriani, […]
Jon Barbas of Heavy Metal Philosophy is breaking down the best new metal albums of the weekend, from July 31st, 2026! From Alternative Metal, Modern Metal, Thall, Metalcore, Death Metal, Slam Metal, Deathcore, Sludge Metal, Stoner Metal, Brutal Death Metal, Doom Metal, Progressive Metal, Post Metal, Goth, and everything in […]
