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 […]
In episode 276 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas recounts the tale of going to one of the most affluent neighborhoods in Atlanta to see a modern metal show. Jon went to the Buckhead Theatre to photograph Jinjer, Entheos, and Crystal Lake, but the boujee venue made him feel like […]
Amy Lee and Evanescence have been one of the most influential rock and metal bands of the 21st century, blending gothic atmosphere, symphonic elements, alternative rock, industrial textures, and unforgettable melodies. In this video, I rank every Evanescence studio album from worst to best, including their latest release, Sanctuary (2026). […]
Jon Barbas of Heavy Metal Philosophy is breaking down the best new metal albums of the weekend, from May 22nd, 2026! From Symphonic Black Meta, Traditional Heavy Metal, Stoner Metal, Power Metal, Blackened Death Metal, Thrash Metal, Avant Garde Metal, Post Doom Metal, Progressive Metal, Alternative, Sludge Metal, and everything […]
