The Metal Block

Discussing heavy metal music and concerts across Southern and Midwestern United States.

The Metal Block is a music podcast hosted by Zoomy, with 73 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Zoomy hosts The Metal Block, a music show with 73 episodes published.

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  Episode #1

  Episode 71 - Hanging out Withhold the Blood

  Aug 11, 20261h 16mS6

  Brutal Brando and Zoomy are back! Join us tonight as we hang out with Withhold the Blood! What an exciting episode. We'll be talking origins, writing styles, gear, changes over the years, and how the band has managed to stay relevant in the Metal Community. We spend some time talking about the recent single and what to expect coming soon. I could keep writing about it, or you could just watch the show! Come share a beer with us! 100% Brutality Guaranteed! Featuring the lyric video for their recent single "Mammon" Visit them online! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/withholdtheblood/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/withholdtheblood/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTQIlF2gPrWOwkMWid4oALg Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/39bn5UNKbA5W1egRdqBjSg

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  Episode 70 - Hanging out with Infestuous

  Jul 16, 20261h 40mS5

  Zoomy and Brutal Brando are back! Trudging through the festering ooze these fearless metal lovers are staring straight into Palace of Rot. One might think, “This is not good.” Not these two… they know they have come to the right place. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Infestuous, exploring their creative journey and the stories behind their new album. Join us as we uncover the origins of the band members and their passion for metal. Matt and Alan, the driving forces behind Infestuous, share their metal origin stories. Matt talks about his first instruments and love for KISS, while Alan’s journey began in a home with musicians. We get to hear about how their influences helped shape the music over the years. Grab your tortilla chips! This will be one wild ride! 100% Brutality Guaranteed!!! Featuring the track “Inexorable Oblivion” from the album Unfathomable Mutagenic Abominations. Go say hi online! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/infestuous/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/infestuousofficial/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdE_S2bidgETnoCGHgVwZuw Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5J3GOfVQ5kAJ6yGsIb94ZT Bandcamp - https://silentpendulumrecords.bandcamp.com/album/unfathomable-mutagenic-abominations Lots of great bands at Silent Pendulum Records https://silentpendulumrecords.com/

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  Episode 69 - Hanging out with Reeking Aura

  Jun 29, 20261h 57mS5

  To the moon, pow! Right in the kisser! Zoomy and Brutal Brando continue their expedition north where they run into the guys from Reeking Aura! What an exciting evening! Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating journey of the band, exploring their origins, the impact of technology on music, and how they create their unique sound. Reeking Aura's story is one of passion, creativity, and Death Metal innovation. As they continue to evolve and push boundaries, we can expect exciting new sounds to come! Don’t forget your bat and glove! 100% Brutality Guaranteed! Featuring the song “Sifting through Fungal Inheritance” from the album On the Promise of the Moon Visit these guys online! Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/reekingaura/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/reekingaura/ Bandcamp – https://reekingaura.bandcamp.com/album/on-the-promise-of-the-moon X - https://x.com/ReekingAura See them live: · July 19, 2026 – Bonk’s Bar in Philadelphia · September 12, 2026 – The Woodshop in Brooklyn Check out Profound Lore Records https://profoundlorerecords.com/

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  Episode #18

  Episode 68 - Hanging out with Womb Rot

  Jun 11, 20261h 38mS5

  Shhhh don’t make so much noise, you’ll wake up the baby! Oh yeah, that’s right. There ain’t no baby tonight. Brutal Brando and Zoomy are hanging out with the guys from Womb Rot! Join us for another killer show! Tonight we get to hear insights into their music and where their inspiration comes from. We get to discover their creative process and talk crazy experiences on the road. The main takeaway - Stay away from the roach motels, and Edward might be a mind-reading alien! 100% Brutality Guaranteed. Featuring the official music video for the track “Face Stained Pavement” Check them out Online! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/WOMB-ROT-100087553564651/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wombrottx/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0qF51dxG90fjYOVHIFNnbm Don’t forget to see them live! July 22, 2026 – Boozers Rock Bar with Internal Suffering

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  Episode #17

  Episode 67 - Hanging out with Dissentience

  May 21, 20262h 5mS5

  Zoomy and Brutal Brando take a trip over the big pond to the land of dragons. Everything is bigger there, especially the monsters. Join us tonight as we talk with Connor from Dissentience. He shares his journey into metal music, the creative process behind their latest EP Kaiju, and insights into their tuning and songwriting approach. Discover how they blend influences from thrash, death metal, and classic rock to create a heavy sound that keeps you engaged till the end… and quite frankly wanting more when it’s over! We talk about the realities of the music industry, crowdfunding success stories, favorite music videos, and dream travel destinations. We hope to see you at the Weirdo Festival😊100% Brutality Guaranteed!!! Featuring the music video Kaiju from their recent EP release titled Kaiju Now check them out online: Official Webpage - https://www.dissentience.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dissentienceband/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dissentience/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@dissentience Bandcamp - https://dissentience.bandcamp.com/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2XzjaIrjSJWK7nNaMPoCae Check out Dissentience live!!! · June 5th – Juan Bar in Queens, NY · June 6th – Inkwell in Allentown, PA

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