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Ep. 351 - Venom: Black Metal (1982)
This week on the podcast, we're diving into one of the most influential heavy metal records ever released: Venom's 1982 sophomore effort, Black Metal....
This is my all time favorite music podcast. Been listening every week for a few years now. In addition to reviewing a metal album each week, they go over all the new metal releases they’re listening to and have some really cool interviews. Because of this podcast, I have discovered countless metal bands I otherwise never would have found. Highly recommended!
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This is the best heavy metal podcast in the world!
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I should start by saying I am not an avid listener of the genre(s) covered on this podcast; in fact, I am not an avid listener of podcasts in general. I live in the alt-rock world most of the time, but my musical knowledge is expansive. I'm a total audiophile and I'm always open to new sounds. That's what The Metal Exchange gives me - exposure to new things. Now, sometimes exposure isn't enough, which is where Chris and Justin really shine. These two are so passionate and knowledgeable about what they do, it's infectious; they make me want to hear more, learn more. Sometimes, I end up really enjoying music I may not have otherwise taken to simply because of how much they enjoy it, or because of the context they give it through their discussions and their interviews. And, even when a band doesn't particularly strike me, I enjoy the podcast itself and appreciate the work they're doing. It's really fun to witness their enthusiasm and expertise, and their dynamic is fantastic; when you combine all that, you get a really great listener experience that makes the podcast itself entertaining no matter what they're listening to that week. Keep on keepin' on, guys. You quite literally rock. :)