Haus Of Cult – Details, episodes & analysis

This week on Haus Of Cult, viral metalcore sensation Showing Teeth joins us to break down the explosive rise of her debut single “Labyrinth,” and becoming a household name in the genre overnight. We talk collaborating with Matt Halpern of Periphery, finding her voice in heavy music, and what’s coming next following the release of her new single “RIP” and the announcement of some truly epic shows and festival appearances.  Stream/Watch the episode everywhere and check out Showing Teeth’s latest single “RIP” now!  Following Showing Teeth on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/showing.teeth/?hl=en Stream “RIP” by Showing Teeth:  https://youtu.be/57UbHOJoqcg?si=COFy--gBi3p3Nysi  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/ Haus Of Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On episode 46 of Haus Of Cult we catch up with Lizi McIntosh, vocalist of the Australian pop rock band The Beautiful Monument! We chat about the band’s beginnings in Melbourne’s alternative scene, writing openly about mental health, and sonic evolution leading into their long-awaited new album.  Lizi also opens up about style and fashion inspirations, running her own business, Bratz Dolls and Furbies — as well as the band’s upcoming appearance on the Hellbound Cruise and so much more.  Follow The Beautiful Monument on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeautifulmonument/?hl=en  Watch the music video for “Dancing With The Buried: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8xOaCKbS8I&list=RDP8xOaCKbS8I&start_radio=1  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/ Haus Of Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Haus Of Cult we sit down with Skye Sweetnam and Matt Drake of the explosive Canadian hard rock band Sumo Cyco to talk all things Neon Void — their long-awaited fourth studio album dropping on October 24th.  Skye, who first got her start in the pop world, penning some of the most infectious singles of the early to mid ‘2000s,  opens up about the deeply personal experiences and digital-age anxieties that inspired the record, and how they poured those emotions into Sumo Cyco’s most dynamic, genre-blurring project yet.  We dive into the creative process behind the album, their fiercely DIY approach as a band, love of horror movies and so much more.  Make sure to stream/ pick up a copy of ‘Neon Void’ when it drops this Friday!  Follow Sumo Cyco on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sumocyco/?hl=en  Buy/Stream Neon Void: https://www.sumocyco.com/en-us/collections/neon-void?srsltid=AfmBOooFDYQl-SGPgmtBTHSO3WPCCOpFZJdcWRp5i_XjMvvgf1qf-0Ws  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/ Haus Of Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With their haunting new album Heretics & Lullabies out now, atmospheric doom metal outfit Frayle join Haus of Cult to talk about finding beauty in heaviness, self-recording their most dynamic work yet, and channeling themes of rejecting the patriarchy and oppressive dogma in favor of empowerment and rebirth through sound. We also dive into their bold cover of Lana Del Rey’s “Summertime Sadness,” and how they’re redefining what it means to be heavy and so much more.  Heretics & Lullabies is out now via Napalm Records.  Follow Frayle on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/frayle_band/?hl=en Purchase/Stream ‘Heretics & Lullabies’ :   https://lnk.to/Frayle-HereticsandLullabies?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacH5gjf_G1BwzMBREDFHa3-rLvGVhBGTj8DdIefOWlQzklWIAXSQHMme2J9MQ_aem_wp5QqCKcBk82nXcoMgk4hg  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/ Haus Of Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the release of her breakout single “Lilith,” which captivated listeners worldwide, Atlanta-based singer-songwriter Saint Avangeline has continued to amass a dedicated following through her hauntingly ethereal sound and cinematic storytelling. On episode #35 of Haus Of Cult,  Saint Avangeline opens up about her creative process, rooted in dream states, chromesthesia, and stream-of-consciousness writing and how she channels trauma, truth, and transformation through music. We also dive deep into the making of her latest singles “Limerence” and “Carolina Creature,” explore her self-care practices, mental health journey, and discuss the visual and stylistic world she’s built around her art. Plus, Saint Avangeline teases what’s next in this new era of spellbinding releases. You do not want to miss this amazing conversation.  Follow Saint Avangeline on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/saintavangeline/?hl=en  Watch the music video for “Carolina Creature” by Saint Avangeline: https://youtu.be/W576yGAumY8?si=Os7kI_EA-OJCbA9j  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/ Haus Of Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this very special episode of Haus of Cult, we are joined by Morgan and Mercedes Lander — sisters, co-founders, and the driving force behind the legendary Canadian metal band Kittie. Together, they look back on the making of their groundbreaking 2000 debut Spit and its lasting impact 25 years later. From raw teenage diary entries turned anthems, to breaking barriers on Ozzfest, to reuniting with producer Garth Richardson for the newly released Spit XXV EP, the Lander sisters reflect on Kittie’s fearless journey through the highs and lows of the music industry. They also dive into horror films, fashion trends, and what fans can expect as Kittie enters its next chapter. Buy/Stream Spit XXV by Kittie now via Sumerian Records!  Follow Kittie on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/officialkittie/?hl=en Buy/Stream Spit XXV by Kittie: https://sumerian.lnk.to/spitxxv Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/  Haus Of Cult:  https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On episode #33 of Haus Of Cult, we chop it up with Keith Wallen , the guitarist of Breaking Benjamin, and powerhouse solo artist. Keith shares his musical origin story, reflects on the deeply personal nature of his solo work, and breaks down his songwriting process across different projects. We also talk about his latest solo album Infinity Now, the story behind his uplifting new single “Us Against The World,” and why his cover of Avril Lavigne’s “I’m With You” might be the best rendition of the song to date. Keith also offers advice for aspiring songwriters, gives us a peek into life on tour, and teases what’s next on the horizon.  You do not want to miss this insightful chat with Keith Wallen and make sure to stream his latest album Infinity Now via Rise Records.  Follow Keith Wallen on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kjwallen/?hl=en Stream/Purchase the album ‘Infinity Now’ by Keith Wallen:  https://rr.lnk.to/InfinityNow  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/  Haus Of Cult:  ⁠https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of Haus Of Cult, we’re switching things up a bit and putting our trusty co-host Alessandro in the guest chair this time in honor of his band House Of Blue Leaves’ return after a multi-year hiatus. Join us as we chat with Alessandro and his longtime bandmate Joe about House Of Blue Leaves’ musical journey dating all the way back to 2014 in Seattle, Washington playing an angsty blend of shoegaze, grunge and post-hardcore that fans of Deftones, Superheaven and Title Fight will surely enjoy! In this chat, we unpack the glory days of the Pacific Northwest punk scene, going from shoegaze to soundcloud rap detours, mental health and so much more.  While the band has largely been inactive since 2017 with a few sporadic reunion shows since, House Of Blue Leaves’ is finally returning for real with a brand new album Familiar Hell (their first since 2016) set to drop later this year! This past June, the band released their dark and ominous new single “Goldeneye,” offering a small taste of what’s to come. Check out House Of Blue Leaves , stay tuned for more new music, and enjoy this awesome interview!  Follow House Of Blue Leaves on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/hoblmusic/ Watch the music video for House Of Blue Leaves’ new single “Goldeneye” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDrZEY6yRrg  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/  Haus Of Cult:  https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back for another episode of Haus Of Cult with none other than  Devin Papadol, the charismatic frontwoman of rising pop-rock duo Honey Revenge! Devin takes us through her musical journey — from discovering her voice, attending the Musicians institute, and fronting early bands such as Forever Emerald before building Honey Revenge with longtime bandmate Donny Lloyd and crafting their bold breakout debut album Retrovision.   We dive into the creative spark behind their songwriting, reflections on the band’s first headlining tour, and what it felt like to hit full-circle milestones like performing at the recently-revived Warped Tour. With a new era of Honey Revenge on the horizon and an upcoming run with Spiritbox, Devin shares her perspective on artistry, style, and the evolving alt-rock scene in 2025. You do not want to miss this episode.  Follow Devin Papdol on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/devinpapadol/?hl=en Follow Honey Revenge on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/honeyrevengeca/?hl=en  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/  Haus Of Cult:  https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blessthefall are back!!  After a  seven year gap, the metalcore heavyweights have returned with their highly anticipated new album Gallows (out September 5 via Rise Records), and frontman Beau Bokan joins us to talk all about it.  In this episode, Beau dives into the band’s journey of finally regrouping and creating a full-length record that feels like a true rebirth. We explore what it was like rediscovering their creative chemistry, balancing progression with that unmistakable BTF DNA, and bringing fun and self-awareness back into heavy music with tracks like “Mallxcore.”  Plus, we talk Warped Tour nostalgia, the upcoming Gallows North American Tour with Miss May I, Dark Divine, and Colorblind, and of course — fashion, and how Beau expresses himself through evolving styles across eras of the scene. Whether you grew up screaming along to Witness or you’re just discovering Blessthefall through their comeback, this episode is a celebration of resilience and keeping the spirit of metalcore alive. Follow Blessthefall on instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blessthefall/?hl=en  Follow Beau Bokan On Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/beaubokan/?hl=en  Pre-Order ‘Gallows’ by Blessthefall on Vinyl:  https://riserecords.com/collections/vinyl-lp?filter.p.vendor=blessthefall&filter.v.price.gte=&filter.v.price.lte=  Follow The Pretty Cult on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theprettycult/?hl=en  Shop/Visit The Pretty Cult: https://www.theprettycult.com/  Haus Of Cult:  https://www.theprettycult.com/blogs/haus-of-cult   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices