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| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| 263 – Australian Crawl: "Sirocco" (1981) | 15 Jul 2026 | 00:20:32 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Sirocco” by Australian Crawl, the band’s second studio album released in July 1981. Selected songs are "Oh No, Not You Again", "Lakeside", "Errol" and "Things Don't Seem". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Unpublished Critics". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Australian Crawl and Sirocco 00:23 Oh No Not You Again 01:48 One Band Becomes Two... and Then One Again 04:27 Lakeside 05:55 Discussion of "Sirocco" Track by Track 12:05 Errol 13:34 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Sirocco" 17:19 Things Don't Seem 18:53 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 262 – Various Artists: "Bill and Ted Bogus Journey: Music from the Motion Picture” (1991) | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:19:39 | |
On today’s episode I am going to take a look at the various artists album “Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey: Music from the Motion Picture” released on July 9, 1991. Selected songs are "Battle Stations", "The Perfect Crime", "God Gave Rock and Roll to You II" and "Go to Hell". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "The Reaper Rap". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey Soundtrack 00:28 Winger - Battle Stations 01:43 The Impact of Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure 04:48 Faith No More - The Perfect Crime 05:56 Discussion of "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey" Track by Track 11:54 Kiss - God Gave Rock and Roll to You II 13:22 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey" 16:21 Megadeth - Go to Hell 18:00 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 261 – Avantasia: "The Metal Opera" (2001) | 12 Jul 2026 | 00:23:50 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “The Metal Opera” by Avantasia, the band’s debut studio album released on July 10, 2001. Selected songs are "Reach Out for the Light", "Serpents in Paradise", "The Glory of Rome" and "The Tower". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Breaking Away". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Metal Opera 00:23 Reach Out for the Light 02:07 Tobias Sammet and the Vision Behind Avantasia 06:51 Serpents in Paradise 08:22 The Story of "The Metal Opera" 15:25 The Glory of Rome 17:01 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "The Metal Opera" 22:29 The Tower | |||
| 260 – Crowded House: "Woodface" (1991) | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:35:23 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Woodface” by Crowded House, the band’s third studio album released on July 8, 1991. Selected songs are "It's Only Natural", "Weather With You", "Four Seasons in One Day" and "Fall at Your Feet". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Crowded House and Woodface 00:23 It's Only Natural 01:40 The Evolution of Crowded House 05:10 Weather With You 06:22 Discussion of "Woodface" Track by Track - with Helen 26:25 Four Seasons in One Day 27:51 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Woodface" 32:32 Fall at Your Feet 33:44 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 259 – David Lee Roth: "Eat 'em and Smile" (1986) | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:18:36 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Eat 'Em and Smile” by David Lee Roth, his debut solo studio album released on July 7, 1986. Selected songs are "Yankee Rose", "Shyboy", "Goin' Crazy!" and "Elephant Gun". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Ladies Night in Buffalo?". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to David Lee Roth's Solo Career 00:25 Yankee Rose 01:55 Transition from VH to DLR 05:04 Shyboy 06:11 Discussion of "Eat 'Em and Smile" Track by Track 11:16 Goin' Crazy! 12:21 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Eat 'Em and Smile" 15:57 Elephant Gun 16:57 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 258 – Def Leppard: "High 'n' Dry" (1981) | 05 Jul 2026 | 00:26:16 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “High 'n' Dry” by Def Leppard, the band’s second studio album released on July 6, 1981. Selected songs are "Let It Go", "Mirror, Mirror (Look into My Eyes)", "Switch 625" and "Another Hit and Run". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "No, No, No". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Def Leppard's High and Dry 00:26 Let It Go 01:46 Breaking the Mould of Fans and Media 05:14 Mirror, Mirror (Look into My Eyes) 06:35 Discussion of "High 'n' Dry" Track by Track 17:12 Switch 625 18:35 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "High 'n' Dry" 23:03 Another Hit and Run 24:37 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 257 – Alice Cooper: "Hey Stoopid!" (1991) | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:25:08 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Hey Stoopid” by Alice Cooper, the band’s 12th solo studio album and 19th studio album overall, released on July 2, 1991. Selected songs are "Hurricane Years", "Hey Stoopid", "Feed My Frankenstein" and "Love's a Loaded Gun". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Little By Little". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hey Stoopid 00:26 Hurricane Years 01:46 Trying to Follow Up the Big Hit Album 05:16 Hey Stoopid 06:40 Discussion of "Hey Stoopid" Track by Track 14:55 Feed My Frankenstein 16:24 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Hey Stoopid" 21:52 Love's a Loaded Gun 23:29 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 256 – Motorhead: "No Sleep 'Til Hammersmith" (1981) | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:23:47 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “No Sleep 'Til Hammersmith” by Motörhead, the band’s first live album released on June 27, 1981. Selected songs are "The Hammer", "Overkill", "No Class" and "Motörhead". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Bomber". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime | |||
| 255 – Queensryche: "Rage for Order" (1986) | 28 Jun 2026 | 00:23:23 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Rage for Order” by Queensrÿche, the band’s second studio album released on June 27, 1986. Selected songs are "I Dream in Infra Red", "Chemical Youth (We Are Rebellion)", "Screaming in Digital" and "Walk in the Shadows". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "I Will Remember" If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Queensrÿche and Rage for Order 00:25 I Dream in Infra Red 02:03 Glamming up the Progressive Side of Music 05:32 Chemical Youth (We Are Rebellion) 06:47 Discussion of "Rage for Order" Track by Track 14:34 Screaming in Digital 15:45 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Rage for Order" 20:26 Walk in the Shadows 21:44 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 254 – Anthrax: "Attack of the Killer B's" (1991) | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:20:24 | |
On today’s episode I am going to take a look at the album “Attack of the Killer B's” by Anthrax, the band’s first compilation album released on June 25, 1991. Selected songs are "Bring the Noise", "Belly of the Beast (Live)", "Parasite" and "Milk (Ode to Billy)". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Protest and Survive". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Anthrax and the Album 00:26 Bring the Noise 01:53 The Album You Make When You're Not Making An Album 04:19 Belly of the Beast (Live) 05:58 Discussion of "Attack of the Killer B's" Track by Track 12:45 Parasite 14:01 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Attack of the Killer B's" 16:55 Milk (Ode to Billy) 18:45 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 253 – Alice Cooper: "Alice Cooper Goes to Hell" (1976) | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:23:40 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Alice Cooper Goes to Hell” by Alice Cooper, the band’s second solo studio album and ninth studio album overall, released on June 25, 1976. Selected songs are "Didn't We Meet", "Guilty", "Going Home" and "Go to Hell". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "I Never Cry". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alice Cooper Goes to Hell 00:28 Didn't We Meet 01:52 Alice Moves Down the Solo Route 04:29 Guilty 05:44 Discussion of "Alice Cooper Goes to Hell" Track by Track 13:45 Going Home 15:02 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Alice Cooper Goes to Hell" 20:20 Go to Hell 22:01 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 252 – Dio: "Intermission" (1986) | 21 Jun 2026 | 00:20:22 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Intermission” by Dio, the band’s first live EP album released on June 2, 1986. Selected songs are "King of Rock and Roll", "Sacred Heart", "Long Live Rock 'n' Roll / Man on the Silver Mountain" and "We Rock". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Time to Burn". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dio's Intermission EP 00:23 King of Rock and Roll 01:47 The Changing of the Guard 04:55 Sacred Heart 06:30 Discussion of "Intermission" Track by Track 11:35 Long Live Rock and Roll / Man on the Silver Mountain 13:07 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Intermission" 17:29 We Rock 18:43 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 251 – Van Halen: "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" (1991) | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:21:45 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge” by Van Halen, the band’s ninth studio album released on June 17, 1991. Selected songs are "Judgement Day", "The Dream is Over", "Top of the World" and "Pleasure Dome". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Right Now". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Van Halen's Legacy 00:26 Judgement Day 01:58 The Making of 'For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge' 05:07 The Dream is Over 06:26 Discussion of "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" Track by Track 12:34 Top of the World 13:53 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" 18:38 Pleasure Dome 20:06 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 250 – The Smiths: "The Queen is Dead" (1986) | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:29:28 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “The Queen is Dead” by The Smiths, the band’s third studio album released on June 16, 1986. This episode features special guest reviewer, the lovely Helen. Selected songs are "The Queen is Dead", "Cemetry Gates", "Bigmouth Strikes Again" and "There is a Light That Never Goes Out". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Frankly, Mr. Shankly". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram:@metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Smiths and Their Context 00:24 The Queen is Dead 01:55 Tensions and Delays in the New Album's Leadup 04:47 Cemetry Gates 06:00 Discussion of "The Queen is Dead" Track by Track - with Guest Helen 22:08 Bigmouth Strikes Again 23:24 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "The Queen is Dead" 26:23 There is a Light That Never Goes Out 27:49 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 249 – Duran Duran: "Duran Duran" (1981) | 14 Jun 2026 | 00:21:02 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Duran Duran” by Duran Duran, the band’s debut studio album released on June 15, 1981. Selected songs are "Girls on Film", "Careless Memories", "Tel Aviv" and "Planet Earth". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Sound of Thunder". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Intro to Music from a Lifetime 00:25 Girls on Film 01:44 The Forming of the Band Duran Duran 05:16 Careless Memories 06:44 Discussion of "Duran Duran" Track by Track 12:19 Tel Aviv 13:55 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Duran Duran" 17:53 Planet Earth 19:23 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 248 – Skid Row: "Slave to the Grind" (1991) | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:24:55 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Slave to the Grind” by Skid Row, the band’s second studio album released on June 11, 1991. Selected songs are "Slave to the Grind", "Quicksand Jesus", "Riot Act" and "Livin' on a Chain Gang". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Get the Fuck Out". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Skid Row and Their Journey 00:23 Slave to the Grind 01:38 The Rise of Heavy Metal in Skid Row 04:26 Quicksand Jesus 05:43 Discussion of "Slave to the Grind" Track by Track 14:24 Riot Act 15:48 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Slave to the Grind" 21:48 Livin' on a Chain Gang 23:16 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 247 – Cinderella: “Night Songs” (1986) | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:20:48 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Night Songs” by Cinderella, the band’s debut studio album released on June 9, 1986. Selected songs are "Night Songs", "Once Around the Ride", "In from the Outside" and "Shake Me". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Hell on Wheels". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cinderella and Night Songs 00:23 Night Songs 01:50 Cinderella Looks for the Right Fit of the Glass Slipper 05:00 Once Around the Ride 06:10 Discussion of "Night Songs" Track by Track 12:19 In from the Outside 13:29 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Night Songs" 17:58 Shake Me 19:09 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 246 – The Cult: "Beyond Good and Evil" (2001) | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:23:02 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Beyond Good and Evil” by The Cult, the band’s seventh studio album released on June 5, 2001. Selected songs are "War (The Process)", "The Saint", "Shape the Sky" and "Speed of Light". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "My Bridges Burn". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Cult and Beyond Good and Evil 00:23 War (The Process) 01:47 The Cult's Resurrection 05:05 The Saint 06:35 Discussion of "Beyond Good and Evil" Track by Track 13:32 Shape the Sky 14:57 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Beyond Good and Evil" 19:49 Speed of Light 21:23 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 245 – Metallica: “Load” (1996) | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:35:20 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Load” by Metallica, the band’s sixth studio album released on June 4, 1996. Selected songs are "King Nothing", "Ain't My Bitch", "Thorn Within" and "Until It Sleeps". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Metallica's Load 00:28 King Nothing 02:27 Will the Anticipation be Worth the Wait? 07:08 Ain't My Bitch 08:28 Discussion of "Load" Track by Track 11:41 The First Half of "Load" 17:17 The Second Half of "Load" 20:15 The Abomination of "Mama Said" 22:50 The End of "Load" 24:45 Thorn Within 26:40 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Load" 32:15 Until It Sleeps 33:41 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 244 – Queen: “A Kind of Magic” (1986) | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:23:29 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “A Kind of Magic” by Queen, the band’s twelfth studio album released on June 2, 1986. Selected songs are "Don't Lose Your Head, "Gimme the Prize", "Who Wants to Live Forever" and "Princes of the Universe". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "One Vision". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to A Kind of Magic 00:25 Don't Lose Your Head 01:51 "There Can Be Only One" 05:43 Gimme the Prize 07:13 Discussion of "A Kind of Magic" Track by Track 15:09 Who Wants to Live Forever 16:07 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "A Kind of Magic" 20:22 Princes of the Universe 21:50 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 243 – Europe: “The Final Countdown” (1986) | 31 May 2026 | 00:21:51 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “The Final Countdown” by Europe, the band’s debut studio album released on May 26, 1986. Selected songs are "Cherokee", "The Final Countdown", "Ninja" and "Rock the Night". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Danger on the Track". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting Email: billiscricket@gmail.com Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @musicfromalifetime Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Europe and The Final Countdown 00:25 Cherokee 01:56 The Right Place at the Right Time 05:22 The Final Countdown 07:35 Discussion of the Impact of "The Final Countdown" 13:31 Ninja 15:03 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "The Final Countdown" 18:27 Rock the Night 20:12 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 242 – Gamma Ray: “Alive ‘95” (1996) | 28 May 2026 | 00:21:29 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Alive '95” by Gamma Ray, the band’s debut live album released on May 28, 1996. Selected songs are "Tribute to the Past", "Land of the Free", "Rebellion in Dreamland" and "Ride the Sky". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Man on a Mission". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gamma Ray and Alive 95 00:24 Fairytale / Tribute to the Past 01:58 The Return of Kai Hansen on Lead Vocals and Guitar 05:09 Land of the Free 07:06 Discussion of "Alive '95" Track by Track 12:57 Rebellion in Dreamland 14:48 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Alive '95" 18:06 Ride the Sky 19:50 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 241 – Slayer: “Undisputed Attitude” (1996) | 27 May 2026 | 00:19:17 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Undisputed Attitude” by Slayer, the band’s seventh studio album released on May 28, 1996. Selected songs are "Verbal Abuse / Leeches", "Violent Pacification", "Disintegration / Free Money" and "Ddamm". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Filler / I Don't Want To Hear It". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Slayer's Undisputed Attitude 00:25 Verbal Abuse / Leeches 01:26 Slayer Takes the Covers Route 04:24 Violent Pacification 05:34 Discussion of "Undisputed Attitude" Track by Track 12:32 Disintegration / Free Money 13:30 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Undisputed Attitude" 16:37 Ddamm 17:38 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 240 – Smashing Pumpkins: “Gish” (1991) | 26 May 2026 | 00:31:52 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Gish” by Smashing Pumpkins, the band’s debut studio album released on May 28, 1991. Today's episode includes special guest reviewer the lovely Helen. Selected songs are "Tristessa", "I Am One", "Siva" and "Bury Me". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Rhinoceros". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Smashing Pumpkins and GISH 00:24 Tristessa 01:48 Forming the Band and Driving a Wedge in the Studio 05:57 I Am One 07:22 Discussion of "Gish" Track by Track - Special Guest Helen 23:06 Siva 24:59 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Gish" 28:49 Bury Me 30:13 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 239 – AC/DC: “Who Made Who” (1986) | 25 May 2026 | 00:16:21 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Who Made Who” by AC/DC, the band’s soundtrack to the Stephen King film ‘Maximum Overdrive’ and was released on May 26, 1986. Selected songs are "Chase the Ace", "D.T.", "For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)" and "Who Made Who". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Hells Bells". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Who Made Who 00:27 Chase the Ace 01:27 Maximum Overdrive to AC/DC's Revitalisation 04:20 D.T. 05:29 Discussion of "Who Made Who" Track by Track 09:29 For Those About to Rock (We Salute You) 11:17 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Who Made Who" 13:14 Who Made Who 14:42 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 238 – Anvil: “Hard ‘n’ Heavy” (1981) | 24 May 2026 | 00:19:11 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Hard 'n' Heavy” by Anvil, the band’s debut studio album released on May 25, 1981. Selected songs are "School Love", "I Want You Both (With Me)", "Paint It, Black" and "Bedroom Game". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Hot Child". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Anvil and Hard and Heavy 00:25 School Love 01:29 The Road to Anvil and Hard 'n' Heavy 04:39 I Want You Both (With Me) 05:52 Discussion of "Hard 'n' Heavy" Track by Track 11:36 Paint It, Black 12:55 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Hard 'n' Heavy" 16:10 Bedroom Game 17:32 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 237 – Poison: “Look What the Cat Dragged In” (1986) | 22 May 2026 | 00:20:36 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Look What the Cat Dragged In” by Poison, the band’s debut studio album released on May 23, 1986. Selected songs are "Let Me Go to the Show", "I Want Action", "Talk Dirty to Me" and "Look What the Cat Dragged In". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Cry Tough". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Chapters 00:00 The Formation of Poison 00:24 Let Me Go to the Show 01:28 Riding on the Coattails to the Top 04:32 I Want Action 05:57 Discussion of "Look What the Cat Dragged In" Track by Track 12:59 Talk Dirty to Me 14:31 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Look What the Cat Dragged In" 17:26 Look What the Cat Dragged In 18:57 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 236 – Soundgarden: “Down on the Upside” (1996) | 21 May 2026 | 00:26:41 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Down on the Upside” by Soundgarden, the band’s fifth studio album released on May 21, 1996. Selected songs are "Pretty Noose", "Ty Cobb", "Blow Up the Outside World" and "Burden in My Hand". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Never Named". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Soundgarden and Down on the Upside 00:24 Pretty Noose 02:06 The Beginning of the End 06:06 Ty Cobb 07:27 Discussion on "Down on the Upside" Track by Track 17:13 Blow Up the Outside World 19:17 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Down on the Upside" 23:14 Burden in My Hand 25:02 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 235 – Helloween: “Pink Bubbles Go Ape” (1991) | 20 May 2026 | 00:30:22 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Pink Bubbles Go Ape” by Helloween, the band’s fourth studio album released on May 21, 1991. Selected songs are "Back on the Streets", "Heavy Metal Hamsters", "The Chance" and "Kids of the Century". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Someone's Crying". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pink Bubbles Go Ape 00:24 Back on the Streets 02:01 The Changing Face of Helloween 06:53 Heavy Metal Hamsters 08:15 Discussion of "Pink Bubble Go Ape" Track by Track 18:40 The Chance 20:10 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Pink Bubbles Go Ape" 27:06 Kids of the Century 28:43 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 234 – UFO: “No Heavy Petting” (1976) | 19 May 2026 | 00:20:54 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “No Heavy Petting” by UFO, the band’s fifth studio album released on May 21, 1976. Selected songs are "Can You Roll Her", "Reasons Love", "I'm a Loser" and "Natural Thing". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Highway Lady". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to UFO and No Heavy Petting 00:24 Can You Roll Her 01:45 New Band Member, New Band Direction? 04:03 Reasons Love 05:26 Discussion of "No Heavy Petting" Track by Track 11:25 I'm a Loser 12:51 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "No Heavy Petting" 17:48 Natural Thing 19:15 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 233 – Billy Joel: “Turnstiles” (1976) | 18 May 2026 | 00:21:02 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Turnstiles” by Billy Joel, the band’s fourth studio album released on May 19, 1976. Selected songs are "Summer, Highland Falls", "New York State of Mind", "Say Goodbye to Hollywood" and "Angry Young Man". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "I've Loved These Days". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Turnstiles 00:24 Summer, Highland Falls 01:45 The Return Home That Inspires the Next Album 04:31 New York State of Mind 06:35 Discussion of "Turnstiles" Track by Track 12:11 Say Goodbye to Hollywood 13:28 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Turnstiles" 17:35 Angry Young Man 19:23 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 232 – Rainbow: “Rising” (1976) | 17 May 2026 | 00:31:25 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Rising” by Rainbow, the band’s second studio album released on May 17, 1976. Selected songs are "Starstruck", "Stargazer", "A Light in the Black" and "Tarot Woman". Please check out this episode from the podcast "And Vol 4 All" which also deals with this album. Quinn's podcast remains the best heavy metal podcast in the universe. And Vol 4 All Podcast: Click here to visit podcast on Spotify Episode on Rainbow's "Rising": Click link to visit episode on Spotify If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Rainbow's 'Rising' 00:25 Starstruck 02:23 The Rise of Rainbow 05:06 Stargazer 07:33 Shout out to the 'And Volume 4 All' Podcast 08:52 Discussion of Side A of "Rising" 17:39 Discussion of Side B of "Rising" 21:45 A Light in the Black 23:36 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Rising" 28:14 Tarot Woman 29:46 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 231 – Megadeth: “The World Needs a Hero” (2001) | 14 May 2026 | 00:25:27 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “The World Needs a Hero” by Megadeth, the band’s ninth studio album released on May 15, 2001. Selected songs are "Dread and the Fugitive Mind", "Burning Bridges", "Moto Psycho" and "Return to Hangar". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Disconnect". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Megadeth's Journey 00:24 Dread and the Fugitive Mind 01:39 Mission: Eradicate Risk 05:05 Burning Bridges 06:41 Discussion of 'The World Needs a Hero' Track By Track 17:03 Moto Psycho 18:15 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "The World Needs a Hero" 22:23 Return to Hangar 23:48 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 230 – Def Leppard: “Slang” (1996) | 12 May 2026 | 00:24:11 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Slang” by Def Leppard, the band’s sixth studio album released on May 13, 1996. Selected songs are "Deliver Me", "Gift of Flesh", "Pearl of Euphoria" and "Work It Out". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Truth?". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Def Leppard's Journey: From Hard Rock to Mainstream 00:24 Deliver Me 01:41 Two Albums in 12 Years 05:05 Gift of Flesh 06:28 Discussion of "Slang" Track by Track 14:03 Pearl of Euphoria 15:43 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Slang" 21:13 Work It Out 22:32 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 229 – Scorpions: “Acoustica” (2001) | 11 May 2026 | 00:22:22 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Acoustica” by Scorpions, the band’s fourth live album released on May 14, 2001. Selected songs are "The Zoo", "Send Me an Angel", "Wind of Change" and "Hurricane 2001". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Catch Your Train". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Scorpions' Acoustica 00:25 The Zoo 02:10 Producing Other Albums to Avoid a New Studio Album 05:49 Send Me An Angel 07:55 Discussion of "Acoustica" Track by Track 13:22 Wind of Change 15:39 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Acoustica" 18:57 Hurricane 2001 20:43 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 228 – Samson: “Shock Tactics” (1981) | 07 May 2026 | 00:22:06 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Shock Tactics” by Samson, the band’s third studio album released on May 8, 1981. Selected songs are "Go to Hell", "Nice Girl", "Communion" and "Riding with the Angels". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Earth Mother". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters | |||
| 227 – The Cure: “Wild Mood Swings” (1996) | 05 May 2026 | 00:39:30 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Wild Mood Swings” by The Cure, the band’s tenth studio album released on May 6, 1996. Selected songs are "Club America", "The 13th", "Trap" and "Numb". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Mint Car". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Wild Mood Swings 00:24 Club America 01:53 The Changes to The Cure's Winning Formula 06:05 The 13th 07:35 Discussion of "Wild Mood Swings" Track by Track - with Special Guest Helen 30:13 Trap 31:41 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Wild Mood Swings" 36:17 Numb 37:51 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 226 – Danzig: “Live on the Black Hand Side (2001) | 03 May 2026 | 00:16:36 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Live on the Black Hand Side” by Danzig, the band’s debut live album released on May 8, 2001. Selected songs are "Left Hand Black", "Long Way Back from Hell", "Satan's Child" and "Halloween II". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Do You Wear the Mask". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Danzig's Live Album 00:23 Left Hand Black 01:57 Three Live Albums for the Price of One 05:04 Long Way Back from Hell 06:16 Discussion of "Live on the Black Hand Side" Track by Track 10:35 Satan's Child 11:45 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Live on the Black Hand Side" 13:42 Halloween II 14:57 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 225 – Van Halen: “Fair Warning” (1981) | 28 Apr 2026 | 00:20:59 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Fair Warning” by Van Halen, the band’s fourth studio album released on April 29, 1981. Selected songs are "Mean Street", "Sinner's Swing!", "So This is Love?" and "Unchained". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Hear About It Later". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Fair Warning 00:25 Mean Street 01:53 From Party Rock to a More Serious Sound 04:40 Sinner's Swing! 06:00 Discussion of "Fair Warning" Track by Track 13:16 So This is Love? 14:43 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Fair Warning" 18:03 Unchained 19:20 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 224 – Holocaust: “The Nightcomers” (1981) | 26 Apr 2026 | 00:22:46 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “The Nightcomers” by Holocaust, the band’s debut studio album released in April 1981. Selected songs are "Smokin' Valves", "It Don't Matter to Me", "Heavy Metal Mania" and "Death or Glory". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Cryin' Shame". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Holocaust and The Nightcomers 00:24 Smokin' Valves 02:02 Building on the Wave of the Heavy Metal Thunder 04:37 It Don't Matter to Me 05:59 Discussion of "The Nightcomers" Track by Track 12:13 Heavy Metal Mania 14:31 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "The Nightcomers" 19:37 Death or Glory 21:07 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 223 – Outnumbered HC: “Won’t Back Down” [EP] (2026) | 22 Apr 2026 | 00:20:43 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Won't Back Down” by Outnumbered HC, the band’s second studio EP released on April 10, 2026. Selected songs are "Back on Track", "No One Has a Clue", "Murder" and "Victim of Abuse". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Feed Us With Pain". If you would like to support the band, you can find Outnumbered HC on Bandcamp at: If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Outnumbered HC and "Won't Back Down" 00:27 Back on Track 02:44 Feeling Outnumbered in a World of Bands 05:05 No One Has a Clue 07:15 Discussion of "Won't Back Down" Track by Track 10:27 Murder 13:47 Bill's Thoughts of "Won't Back Down" 16:27 Victim of Abuse 19:04 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 222 – Stratovarius: “Episode” (1996) | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:21:31 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Episode” by Stratovarius, the band’s fifth studio album released on April 22, 1996. Selected songs are "Father Time", "Eternity", "Babylon" and "Speed of Light". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Stratosphere". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Stratovarius and Episode 00:24 Father Time 02:12 The Arranging of the Band's Golden Era 04:58 Eternity 06:26 Discussion of "Episode" Track by Track 13:06 Babylon 14:49 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Episode" 18:24 Speed of Light 19:52 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 221 – Accept: “Russian Roulette” (1986) | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:20:02 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Russian Roulette” by Accept, the band’s seventh studio album released on April 21, 1986. Selected songs are "TV War", "Aiming High", "Man Enough to Cry" and "Monsterman". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Another Second to Be". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Accept and Russian Roulette 01:54 Bringing Back the Accept Sound 06:26 Discussion of "Russian Roulette" Track by Track 14:00 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Russian Roulette" | |||
| 220 – Halford: “Live Insurrection” (2001) | 19 Apr 2026 | 00:18:17 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Live Insurrection” by Halford, the band’s debut live album released on April 17, 2001. Selected songs are "Into the Pit", "Running Wild", "Slow Down" and "Made in Hell". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "The One You Love to Hate". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Live Insurrection 00:23 Into the Pit 01:52 The Live Album to Prove Halford's Worth on Stage 04:34 Running Wild 05:39 Discussion of "Live Insurrection" Track by Track 10:59 Slow Down 12:39 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Live Insurrection" 15:34 Made in Hell | |||
| 219 – Stiff Little Fingers: “Go for It” (1981) | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:20:27 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Go For It” by Stiff Little Fingers, the band’s third studio album released on April 17, 1981. Selected songs are "Roots, Radicals, Rockers and Reggae", "Go For It", "Piccadilly Circus" and "Kicking Up a Racket". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Hits and Misses". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Stiff Little Fingers and 'Go For It' 00:24 Roots, Radicals, Rockers and Reggae 01:47 The Move from Punk Rock to Mature Rock 04:20 Go For It 05:38 Discussion of "Go For It" Track by Track 12:02 Piccadilly Circus 13:41 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Go For It" 17:31 Kicking Up a Racket 18:48 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 218 – Gillan: “Future Shock” (1981) | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:20:10 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Future Shock” by Gillan, the band’s fourth studio album released on April 17, 1981. Selected songs are "Future Shock", "Night Ride Out of Phoenix", "Bite the Bullet" and "No Laughing in Heaven". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "(The Ballad Of) The Lucitania Express". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ian Gillan and Future Shock 00:23 Future Shock 01:45 From Jazz Funk Back to the Rock Hard 04:41 Night Ride out of Phoenix 06:16 Discussion of "Future Shock" Track by Track 12:13 Bite the Bullet 13:46 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Future Shock" 17:09 No Laughing in Heaven 18:31 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 217 – The Cure: “Faith” (1981) | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:30:54 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Faith” by The Cure, the band’s third studio album released on April 17, 1981. Selected songs are "The Holy Hour", "Doubt", "Faith" and "Primary". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "All Cats Are Grey". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Cure and 'Faith' 00:23 The Holy Hour 01:45 The Growth to Define the Band's Own Sound 05:20 Doubt 06:54 Discussion of "Faith" Track by Track - with Helen 22:40 Faith 24:13 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Faith" 27:44 Primary 29:15 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 216 – Sweet Savage: “Killing Time” (1996) | 12 Apr 2026 | 00:26:43 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Killing Time” by Sweet Savage, the band’s debut studio album released on April 15, 1996. Selected songs are "Killing Time", "The Raid", "Ground Zero" and "Eye of the Storm". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Welcome to the Real World". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sweet Savage and Their Journey 00:23 Killing Time 01:34 The Long Build to the Sweet Savage Debut Album 06:51 The Raid 08:23 Discussion of "Killing Time" Track by Track 17:38 Ground Zero 19:14 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Killing Time" 23:46 Eye of the Storm 25:04 Podcast Notes and Contacts | |||
| 215 – Tygers of Pan Tang: “Spellbound” (1981) | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:19:11 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Spellbound” by Tygers of Pan Tang, the band’s second studio album released on April 10, 1981. Selected songs are "Hellbound", "Mirror", "Gangland" and "Blackjack". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Take It". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tygers of Pan Tang and Spellbound 00:24 Minotaur / Hellbound 01:39 Two Vital Ingredients Complete the Tygers Complement 04:09 Mirror 05:45 Discussion of "Spellbound" Track by Track 11:13 Gangland 12:45 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Spellbound" 15:59 Blackjack 17:32 Podcast Notes and Contact | |||
| 214 – Angel Witch: “Frontal Assault” (1986) | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:21:24 | |
On today’s episode, I am going to take a look at the album “Frontal Assault” by Angel Witch, the band’s third studio album released on April 9, 1986. Selected songs are "Rendezvous with the Blade", "Straight from Hell", "Undergods" and "Take to the Wing". Patreon Bonus Extra Slice includes the track "Dream World". If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: musicfromalifetime@hotmail.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Angel Witch and Frontal Assault 00:23 Rendezvous with the Blade 01:51 Angel Witch Look to Build on their Forward Momentum 04:35 Straight from Hell 06:05 Discussion on "Frontal Assault" Track by Track 12:06 Undergods 13:37 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Frontal Assault" 18:11 Take to the Wing 19:45 Podcasts Notes and Contacts | |||