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What happens when you're tired of living your life on autopilot?Steve Richards talks with Karina, clean vocalist for Calgary's genre-defying six-piece Godfall, about the band's latest single, “Default.”The song explores burnout, repetition, obligations and the realization that life is happening right now—not someday after the to-do list is finished.Karina also discusses Godfall's unique multicultural identity, their democratic songwriting process, working with vocalist Abel Boban, the band's evolving sound, and the challenge of building an identity while being compared to artists like Bad Omens and Evanescence.Plus, we get personal about creativity, vulnerability, sacrifice and what it really takes to keep pursuing music.Watch and discover Godfall on The Metal Queens Podcast.#MetalQueensPodcast #Godfall #KarinaKhristova #Default #Metal #MetalMusic #AlternativeMetal #GothicMetal #ModernMetal #CanadianMetal #CalgaryMetal #WomenInMetal #FemaleVocalist #MetalPodcast #BadOmens #Evanescence #Spiritbox #BringMeTheHorizon #LinkinPark #RockMusic #NewMusic #Metal2026#wornstar#wornstarclothing

OFFSPEC is only getting started.

On this episode of the Metal Queens Podcast, Steve Richards sits down with Luisa Lyons, vocalist of Charlotte, North Carolina's rising heavy music quartet Offspec.

Offspec blends addictive pop melodies, video-game-inspired electronics, crushing riffs, breakdowns, and emotional intensity into a sound that refuses to follow the rules.

Luisa talks about the band's origins, their Charlotte roots, their Brazilian and Peruvian cultural influences, the importance of community, and the band's multimedia approach to creating an entire world around their music.

We also get into Offspec's newest single “BROKEN,” their debut track “Let You Go,” their collaboration with French alternative metal band ODC on “Welcome to My World,” songwriting, live performance, influences, and what's next for the band.

If you're a fan of Bad Omens, STARSET, Memphis May Fire, Vana, or modern alternative/heavy music, Offspec deserves a spot on your radar.

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Lead vocalist and songwriter Lyric Hollar joins Steve Richards for a deep dive into the world of Lyric Noel.

Lyric shares her journey from discovering her voice at five years old to becoming the frontwoman of a rapidly growing cinematic metal project.

We talk viral covers, songwriting, mental health, theatrical storytelling, the success of "Blood in the Water," collaborations with Butcher Babies, and the new Stitched Up Heart collaboration "Acid Bloom."

With millions of social media views and more than 200,000 monthly Spotify listeners, Lyric Noel is building a powerful community around music that explores love, destruction, vulnerability, self-doubt, and the darker side of human experience.

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Emily Wolfe joins Steve Richards on Metal Queens Podcast for a wide-open conversation about her new single “Power,” her forthcoming album, guitar, desire, authenticity, touring, TOOL, Black Sabbath and the evolution of her sound.
Emily talks about stripping away self-censorship, the story behind “Power,” becoming a signature Gibson/Epiphone artist, Adam Jones inviting her to open for TOOL, and the challenge of turning Billie Eilish's “Ocean Eyes” into a Black Sabbath-inspired performance.
A conversation about guitar, creativity, confidence and making music entirely on your own terms.
🎸 Emily Wolfe — “Power” out now.
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Darkness. Transformation. Folklore. Doom.

Alice of Mothertomb joins Metal Queens Podcast to talk about the band's crushing debut album Dying to Live.

We explore the band's Northern Michigan roots, the tragic ice storm that inspired the name Mothertomb, Welsh folklore, occult imagery, songwriting, Alice's work as vocalist and lyricist, creating the album completely DIY, and the band's rapidly growing reputation in the underground metal community.

Listen now and enter the Mothertomb.

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What happens when pain, vulnerability, powerful melodies, and heavy music collide?

Vanessa from Black Heart Society joins Steve Richards on Metal Queens Podcast for an honest conversation about gothic/alt metal, songwriting, emotion, the Orlando music scene, the intensity of performing live, and the band's exciting run of new music coming throughout 2026.

Black Heart Society has shared stages with Butcher Babies, Eva Under Fire, Silent Theory, Plush, Jeris Johnson, and Himalayas, earning a reputation as a true live spectacle.

Vanessa also talks about working with Bryan Kuznits of Fame On Fire and the band's mission to create music that reminds listeners:

You are not alone.

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What happens when resilience becomes music?

Astrum Lux Lucis of One World (R)evolution joins Metal Queens for an honest conversation about four decades in music, surviving the reasons to quit, reinventing yourself, ageism, authenticity and discovering that your next chapter may be the most powerful one yet.

At 58, Astrum is creating some of the heaviest and most authentic music of her career.

We talk about Reflections Of Resilience, an album that unexpectedly became a deeply autobiographical roadmap for the woman she was—and the woman she's still becoming.

🎧 Watch and Listen now and discover why it's never too late to evolve.

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Chelsea Wolfe has spent nearly two decades turning darkness into something beautiful.

On this episode of Metal Queens Podcast, Chelsea talks about The Dark—a deeply personal album about transformation, letting go, relationships, identity, mystery and learning to embrace the unknown.

We dive into the creative process behind the album, working with Jennifer Decilveo and Ben Chisholm, collaborating with musicians including Robin Finck and Stella Mozgawa, the séance imagery behind the record, and Chelsea's journey toward becoming more comfortable with who she is.

Plus, we talk about bringing The Dark to Asheville's Orange Peel on October 12th.

Hosted by Steve Richards.

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Reykjavík's Hrafnablót are bringing Icelandic folklore, Sagas, magick and folk metal together for their ambitious debut album, Guðlaugar Saga, arriving September 11, 2026.

Steve Richards talks with vocalist Hugrún Hanna Stefánsdóttir about the story of Guðlaug, the band's Icelandic roots, the contrast between darkness and light, and the creation of a 48-minute narrative journey blending Nordic folk metal, gothic influences, NWOBHM, melodic death metal and extreme metal.

Hanna also discusses Hrafnablót's newest single “Heljarhlíð,” featuring the first harsh vocals from keyboardist Ólafur Daði Jónsson and a powerful clean-vocal performance from Hanna.

If you're a fan of Nightwish, Ensiferum, Wintersun, Skálmöld or Eluveitie, step into the world of Hrafnablót.

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Sofia Frasz of Forgotten Shrine joins Metal Queens Podcast!

Folk-metal duo Forgotten Shrine are preparing to unleash their ambitious concept album Nox Aeterna on November 6, 2026.

Sofia Frasz takes us inside the album's fantasy-driven narrative about two guardians defending an ancient shrine devoted to art, creativity, and freedom as darkness begins consuming the world around them.

We discuss the album's three-act structure, Sofia's songwriting and vocals, the creative partnership with Josh Alexander, traditional folk influences, fantasy and gaming inspiration, the personal story behind "Loch Lomond," the evolution of "Where Shadows Lie," and the emotional journey through "Nox Aeterna," "Dearly Departed," "Halo," and "End Of The Dream."

A conversation about metal, mythology, creativity, storytelling, darkness, adventure — and never losing your sense of wonder.

Listen now on Metal Queens Podcast.

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Holly F. Royle of DISCONNECTED SOULS is on Metal Queens Podcast!

Holly takes us inside the band's cinematic, progressive and electronic approach to metal, discusses the new “The Bystander” guitar & bass playthrough, and talks about her roles as guitarist, vocalist, keyboardist and programmer.

We also go behind the scenes of Fragments of Consciousness, explore the band's genre-defying songwriting, and find out what it means to create music about the disconnect between ourselves, each other and the natural world.

🎧 Listen now and discover DISCONNECTED SOULS.

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Vocalist and lyricist Helle Bohdanova joins Steve Richards to discuss IGNEA's upcoming album Monumental, arriving October 23, 2026 via Napalm Records.

Helle takes us inside an album inspired by nostalgia, retrofuturism, Cold War space exploration, modernist architecture, urban decay and the futures humanity once imagined but never reached.

We also talk about creating the album in Kyiv during the winter of 2025–2026, writing music during wartime, the collaborations with Andy LaPlegua of Combichrist and Britta Görtz of HIRAES, and the evolution of IGNEA's distinctive blend of technical, industrial, melodic and atmospheric metal.

🎧 Listen now and meet the woman behind the voice and lyrics of Monumental!

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On this episode of Metal Queens Podcast, Steve Richards welcomes Rachel Cartwright, lead vocalist of Kansas City melodic hard rock and alternative metal band ATYPICAL.

Rachel talks about the band's unexpected beginning, the creative chemistry that brought the members together, their emotionally charged songwriting, and the evolution toward a heavier and more refined sound.

She also discusses the international success of “Prove You Wrong,” recent singles “Above the Hate” and “Away From You,” sharing stages with major national acts, and what lies ahead for ATYPICAL.

If you love soaring vocals, heavy riffs, memorable hooks, and honest alternative metal, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Symphonic metal artist Talia Hoit joins Steve Richards on the Metal Queens Podcast to discuss her new album When The Skies Fall, out now via SAOL.

Talia discusses her unique “piano confessional” songwriting process, the deeply personal stories behind the album, and how intimate piano-and-vocal compositions become massive symphonic metal productions.

The conversation explores identity, grief, loss, transformation, resilience, vulnerability and finding hope when everything seems to be falling apart.

Talia also talks about the singles “Again” and “All You Want,” the evolution from her 2024 debut Oceans, her symphonic metal influences and the reaction to When The Skies Fall receiving an 8/10 from Rock Hard Magazine.

A revealing conversation about turning personal experiences into powerful music.

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Patience joins Steve Richards on the Metal Queens Podcast to talk about her incredible journey from musical theatre to becoming the frontwoman of Los Angeles-based metal band Mortalis.

With a BFA in musical theatre and a background as a multi-genre vocalist, Patience initially built her own project around blues and rock covers. After being discovered online by members of Mortalis, she found herself living a lifelong dream: becoming part of an original band.

Since officially joining Mortalis in 2025, Patience has opened for Armored Saint at the Glass House, competed in the Wacken Battle of the Bands, shared the stage with Nemophila, and completed her first DIY tour.

Mortalis just released “Split (2026)” , the band's first re-recording featuring Patience's vocals.

In this conversation, we talk about her transition into metal, finding her identity as a frontwoman, vocal influences, touring, the Mortalis legacy, Wacken, Nemophila, “Split (2026),” and the band's plans for the future.

Watch, Listen, follow, share, and turn it up!

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Los Angeles rising star MADiSON ViOLETT joins the Metal Queens Podcast!

We talk about her journey into modern metal, her debut single “Circling,” the evolution of her sound, the influence of 2000s post-hardcore, her explosive collaboration with Sleeping With Sirens' Kellin Quinn on “BLEED FOR ME,” songwriting, performing live, and creating music that tells a story without being confined by genre.

If you're into metalcore, post-hardcore, alternative metal, and artists pushing the boundaries of heavy music, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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Alexandra, the voice and songstress behind Echos, joins Steve Richards for a deeply personal conversation about turning pain into music.

For Alexandra, songwriting is a sanctuary—a place to make sense of difficult experiences and give them a final resting place.

We explore vulnerability, abuse, emotional survival, resilience, introspection, empathy, healing, and the powerful connection between artist and listener.

Alexandra also talks about the creative process behind Echos, performing deeply personal music, finding her voice, and creating music that encourages listeners to explore their emotions rather than bury them.

Plus, the Metal Queens Lightning Round!

Put on your headphones and join us for another powerful conversation celebrating the women of rock and metal.

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SICKSENSE vocalist Vicky Psarakis joins Steve Richards for The Metal Queens Podcast to talk about the band's new chapter and upcoming EP Funerals.

Arriving independently September 25, Funerals finds SICKSENSE pushing beyond traditional nu metal into a darker and heavier fusion of nu-metalcore, melodic prog and djent.

Vicky breaks down the inspiration behind "Artificial Irrelevance," "Newsflash," "Seller's Remorse" and "A Moment Of Violence," while discussing songwriting, screaming, clean vocals, creative independence, her chemistry with Robby J. Fonts, touring, The Agonist, gaming and the future of SICKSENSE.

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PLUSH's Moriah Formica joins Metal Queens Podcast.

Moriah talks about the band's brand-new single “Animalistic,” the first taste of PLUSH's upcoming second full-length album Mass Hysteria, arriving September 18, 2026 via Pavement Entertainment.

We talk songwriting, production, touring, Billboard success, the band's evolution, playing major festivals, sharing stages with some of rock's biggest names, working with David Draiman, and PLUSH's role in the next generation of rock.

PLUSH has earned four Billboard Mainstream Rock Top 40 hits with “Hate,” “Better Off Alone,” “Left Behind” and “Run.”

The band has toured and performed alongside Disturbed, KISS, Alice in Chains, Evanescence, Daughtry, Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators, and many more.

PLUSH is currently on the Mass Hysteria Tour, including a stop at The Radio Room in Greenville on September 16.

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🎵 “Animalistic” — OUT NOW

💿 Mass Hysteria — September 18, 2026

📍 The Radio Room — Greenville — September 16

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She's toured with Jelly Roll, Three 6 Mafia, Rittz, Dizzy Wright, Kottonmouth Kings and RA The Rugged Man.

She's shared festival stages with Tool, Post Malone and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.

She's landed on the Billboard charts, contributed to a Grammy Award-winning album, and built her own independent label, Alpha Howse.

Now Whitney Peyton joins Steve Richards on Metal Queens Podcast for an honest conversation about music, independence, entrepreneurship, touring, being underestimated, and the powerful connection she has built with her fans.

Listen, watch, share, and tell us what you think!

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What happens when you've survived the thing you thought would destroy you?

Zahna joins Steve Richards for a powerful conversation about her new album Break or Breakthrough, releasing September 4 via XOVR Records.

From kidney failure and transplant to grief, betrayal, spiritual warfare, damaged love and forgiveness, Zahna transforms some of life's darkest chapters into heavy music with a message of hope and resistance.

We also go behind the scenes of “Defiler” featuring Brian “Head” Welch, her creative partnership with husband Patrick Madsen, working with Kellen McGregor, her visual world of anime and cyber-goth aesthetics, and the importance of owning your art.

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Vocalist and songwriter Cherry Valance joins Steve Richards on The Metal Queens Podcast to talk about the power of emotional performance, songwriting, finding her identity as an artist, building an audience online, and being a woman in rock and metal.

Cherry discusses the stories behind her music, the relationship between performance and vulnerability, and the journey toward creating an authentic artistic identity.

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Ecuadorian extreme metal trio MINIPONY are entering a new sonic era with their third studio release, DETACH.

Steve Richards sits down with vocalist, synth player and sonic architect Emilia Moncayo to talk about the band's evolution, technical metal, mathcore, djent, electronics, Latin influences, extreme vocals, international touring, and the creative journey behind DETACH.

From sharing stages with Meshuggah to touring with Fear Factory and appearing at 70,000 Tons of Metal and Summer Breeze, MINIPONY are taking Ecuadorian heavy music to an international audience.

🎧 Listen to the full interview and then dive into DETACH, out now via Subsound Records.

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Grief. Trauma. Healing. Darkness. Light.

And learning to feel everything.

Kat Leon joins Steve Richards for a deep dive into Holy Wars' powerful new album Shadow Work/Light Work and the incredible journey that brought the band to this moment.

From losing loved ones and turning that pain into music to playing massive stages with Evanescence, The Warning, Kittie and Poppy, Kat opens up about the evolution of Holy Wars, the band's explosive live show, touring Europe, Rock am Ring, Download Festival, Warped Tour, Louder Than Life and what comes next.

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On this episode of The Metal Queens Podcast, Steve Richards welcomes Tina Langevin, lead vocalist of Raleigh, North Carolina heavy metal band CRIMSON STEEL.

Tina talks about the band's highly anticipated new album, Show No Fear, arriving October 2, 2026, and the band's mission to keep the spirit of traditional heavy metal alive while creating a sound of their own.

Inspired by legends including Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Savatage, Crimson Glory, and Queensrÿche, CRIMSON STEEL delivers soaring vocals, powerful guitar work, thunderous bass and precision-driven drums.

Tina also discusses the album's songwriting and recording process, her vocal influences and development, performing live, and the special collaboration with legendary metal vocalist James Rivera, who joins her for the dramatic track "Bleed into One."

We also talk about what the future holds for CRIMSON STEEL and what it means to be a woman leading a traditional heavy metal band in today's music scene.

Turn it up and Show No Fear!

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Show No Fear — Out October 2, 2026

MEGG joins Metal Queens to talk about her incredible breakout year, playing Vans Warped Tour, opening for The Used, Strung Out, Pulley, and Tomorrow's Bad Seeds, signing with 507 Publishing, and the upcoming Low Life Club Deluxe featuring the new single "Idiot."

If you love high-energy pop-punk with heart, attitude, and serious early-2000s vibes, this episode is for you!

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Skylar Grey joins Metal Queens Podcast for an unforgettable conversation about WASTED POTENTIAL, emotional songwriting, creativity, and the stories behind some of music's biggest hits.

Listen and Watch now on Spotify.

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Nova Twins have completely rewritten the rules of modern rock.

From Mercury Prize recognition and BRIT Award nominations to sharing stages with Foo Fighters, Muse, Lenny Kravitz and more, Amy Love and Georgia South continue pushing alternative music into exciting new territory.

They join Steve Richards on Metal Queens Podcast to talk about Parasites & Butterflies, building one of rock's most unique sounds, breaking barriers, activism, touring the world, and what's next for one of the most innovative bands today.

🎧 Watch and listen now!

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Kansas City's BARRAGE is entering an exciting new chapter with the release of Silver Linings, introducing powerhouse vocalist Rylie McFall and taking the band's signature blend of hard rock and metalcore to new heights.

Rylie joins Steve Richards on Metal Queens Podcast to discuss joining BARRAGE, finding her voice in heavy music, recording Silver Linings, the band's explosive live shows, and what's next for one of the Midwest's rising metal acts.

If you're a fan of Killswitch Engage, Jinjer, Twelve Foot Ninja, or emotionally driven modern metal, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

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Ambre Vourvahis of XANDRIA joins Steve Richards to discuss the band's stunning new album Eclipse.

Hear the stories behind "Colours," the emotional depth of "The Last Generation," her remarkable vocal versatility, and how XANDRIA continues to push the boundaries of modern symphonic metal.

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Italian hard rock veterans MARSHALL have been delivering classic heavy rock since 1985, and today they're entering an exciting new era with powerhouse vocalist Giusy Ferrigno.

In this exclusive Metal Queens Podcast interview, Giusy talks about joining the legendary band, developing her powerful vocal style, recording MARSHALL's upcoming third studio album, the Italian metal scene, women in rock, live performance, and what's ahead in 2027.

If you're a fan of classic hard rock, melodic heavy metal, and inspiring conversations with the artists behind the music, this episode is for you.

Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow Metal Queens Podcast for more exclusive interviews with the biggest names and rising stars in rock and metal.

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Steve Richards sits down with Morgan of Blackwater Drowning for an in-depth conversation about Obscure Sorrows, melodic death metal, touring, songwriting, horror influences, and the future of one of North Carolina's premier modern metal bands.

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Hope. Resilience. Powerful music.

Alīse Elme of Rising Alma joins Steve Richards on the Metal Queens Podcast to talk about the band's outstanding new EP Your Own Story, the inspiration behind "Colors Flow All Around Us," and why authenticity remains at the heart of everything they create.

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Moonlight Lily joins Metal Queens Podcast to discuss their atmospheric alternative metal sound, the creative process behind Dreamwalkers, and how songs like The Hollow, Delirium, and Red explore identity, illusion, transformation, and human connection.

Hosted by Steve Richards.

Lita Ford joins Steve Richards for an in-depth conversation about touring, the Mountain Music Festival, her upcoming 2026 album, songwriting, legendary guitars, and nearly fifty years of rock history.

From "Kiss Me Deadly" to today's stage, Lita continues to inspire generations of musicians and fans around the world.

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Sweet Queens of Chaos vocalist Aunya Jayde joins Metal Queens Podcast to discuss her inspiring journey, the meaning of chaos as creative energy, the band's genre-defying sound, songwriting, and bringing new life to rock 'n' roll.

Follow Metal Queens Podcast for more conversations with the women shaping rock and metal today.

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Caroline Westendorp has lived both sides of the music industry.

The former vocalist of The Charm The Fury went from touring internationally to becoming Marketing Manager for Within Temptation, one of Europe's biggest rock bands. Today, she's the founder of 1000 Creative Concepts, helping independent artists grow authentic careers through innovative marketing, international PR, and fan-focused strategies.

In this episode of Metal Queens Podcast, Caroline shares what she's learned about branding, fan engagement, music marketing, and why authenticity remains an artist's greatest asset.

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Lead vocalist Isabella Messina joins the Metal Queens Podcast to discuss Tristyn's debut EP REBORN, an emotional journey through struggle, hope and transformation. Isabella talks about songwriting, symphonic metal influences, recording the EP, performing live across the UK and what's next for one of London's fastest-rising metal bands.#MetalQueensPodcast #Tristyn #SymphonicMetal #FemaleFrontedMetal #MetalPodcast #Nightwish #WithinTemptation #REBORN #LondonMetal #WomenInMetal

Scampi Chips Dip & Campari join Metal Queens to talk about their new single "Let Go," their debut album Well, It Ain't Fast Food, surviving and thriving in punk for nearly twenty years, and why punk remains a powerful force for freedom, community, and self-expression.

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Sydney dark rock and metalcore powerhouse Wicked Envy joins Metal Queens Podcast. Lead vocalist Des discusses the band's journey from their debut EP What The Hell Am I Doing to their latest singles False Face, Hyde, Final Descent and Paralysis Demon. Hear the stories behind the music, the challenges of building a band, and what lies ahead for one of Australia's rising heavy acts.

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The glam metal spirit is alive and well.

Steve Richards welcomes Susanna Radimovskaya, vocalist and founder of Star Crystal, for an energetic conversation about keeping the sound and spectacle of '80s glam rock alive for a new generation.

Susanna shares stories about growing up in Ukraine, building Star Crystal from the ground up, writing uplifting anthems like Power of Love, touring across Europe, and why glam metal's larger-than-life attitude continues to inspire fans worldwide.

Whether you love classic arena rock, melodic hard rock, or female-fronted metal, this episode delivers plenty of great stories, inspiration, and rock 'n' roll passion.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

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Haley of GORE. joins Steve Richards to discuss "Lead Me to the Slaughter," balancing life as a NASA engineer and metal vocalist, emotional songwriting, touring with Kittie, and the rapid rise of one of heavy music's most exciting new bands. Photo Credit: Shane Speal#HaleyRoughton #GORE #MetalQueensPodcast #LeadMeToTheSlaughter #NASA #JohnsonSpaceCenter #WomenInMetal #FemaleFrontedMetal #Metalcore #ModernMetal #Djent #SpinefarmRecords #Kittie #HeavyMusic #MetalInterview #SteveRichards #NewMusic #MetalPodcast #EmotionalGore #RockPodcast

DieveNoire vocalist Lariyah joins Steve Richards to discuss the emotional story behind IDGAF, her remarkable journey of survival, the making of The Story of a Gunslinger, preparing for Rock Fest 2026, and building one of heavy rock's most unique new bands.#DieveNoire #LariyahPerrin #IDGAF #MetalQueensPodcast #HardRock #HeavyRock #RockFest #Halestorm #ThePrettyReckless #BluesRock #WomenInRock #MetalInterview #SteveRichards

Steve Richards welcomes Michi of Mega Infinity to The Metal Queens Podcast.

The conversation covers the new album Harmonic Convergence, touring life, songwriting, collaborations with MC Lars, the evolution of ska punk, and building inclusive communities through music.

A thoughtful and energetic look at one of the genre's most exciting bands.

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Francesca of Deity and Devilry joins Steve Richards on theMetal Queens Podcast to discuss the band's evolution, gothic and symphonic metal influences, songwriting, their debut EP, and the powerful follow-up Over Your Last Dying Breath. An in-depth conversation about creativity, emotion, andthe future of one of metal's rising bands.#MetalQueensPodcast #WomenInMetal#FemaleFrontedMetal #DeityAndDevilry #FrancescaPintaudi #GothicMetal#SymphonicMetal #DarkMetal #HeavyMetal #MetalInterview #MetalPodcast #IndependentMetal#MetalCommunity #MetalMusic #SteveRichards #NewMusic #RockPodcast#FemaleVocalist #SupportIndependentMusic #Headbangers

Mixi of Stitched Up Heart joins Steve Richards to discuss the powerful new album MEDUSA, the inspiration behind its empowering title track, collaborating with incredible guest artists, touring, personal transformation, and what it means to reclaim your voice through heavy music. An inspiring conversation with one of modern rock's most authentic artists.

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Lexi Layne joins Metal Queens Podcast to discuss her new single "Judgement," the inspiration behind her tarot-driven storytelling, the success of The High Priestess Volume I, and how she's building a cinematic alternative metal world as an independent artist.

A fascinating conversation about creativity, transformation, mythology, resilience, and the future of heavy music.

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New episode of the Metal Queens Podcast! Hailey Wild stops by to talk about her new single "Ghost," her musical journey, songwriting inspiration, live performances, and what's ahead. Stream the conversation now and discover the stories behind the music.

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Maria Brink and Chris Howorth of In This Moment join Steve Richards on Friday Night Metal and the Metal Queens Podcast to discuss their powerful new single "Sleeping With The Enemy," the band's upcoming album, two decades of metal dominance, and the creative vision that continues to push the band forward.

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Industrial artist I Ya Toyah joins Steve Richards on the Metal Queens Podcast to discuss her new singles Feelings and Apology, the creative process behind her cinematic sound, her collaboration with Johnny K, international touring, mental health advocacy, and what's next in one of industrial music's most exciting careers.

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