Best NWOTHM Podcasts (2026)

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Episode #284 - Frost and Fire V: Day 2 Openers Hands of Goro and Night Cobra 36:42

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This week we continue our extensive coverage of the Frost & Fire V Festival in Ventura, California in October 2025. We pick up the tale on the second day of the fest with interviews, live recordings and impressions of the day's first two bands, Hands of Goro and Night Cobra. As always, you will hear the stories from those who were there, in real ti…

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Episode #283 - Frost and Fire V: Day 1 Headliner, Afterparty and Interviews 43:54

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This week we continue our in-depth coverage of the Frost and Fire V Festival in Ventura, California in October 2025. You will hear why Raven were forced to cancel their headlining appearance, how the legendary Bitch from Los Angeles saved the day, and how the afterparty with Dirty Tricks and Angel Fury turned out to be a huge success. We also air i…

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Episode #282 - Frost and Fire V: Night Demon Deep Dive 39:12

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In October 2025, Night Demon hosted the fifth installment of their legendary Frost and Fire Festival in Ventura, California. In this week's episode, we dig deep into Night Demon's set at this Festival. The guys describe the magical feeling in the air and they explain all the details of the Ozzy Osbourne and Ace Frehley tributes performed during the…

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Episode #281 - Frost and Fire V: Slough Feg and Night Demon 37:38

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This week we continue our comprehensive coverage of Frost & Fire V in October 2025 in Ventura, California. We resume the story with The Lord Weird Slough Feg's set, as the guys explain their history with and admiration for this truly unique band. Then we pivot to the preparations for Night Demon's headlining set: the stress, the anxiety, the lost b…

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Episode #280 - Frost and Fire V: Blood Star, Haunt and Blade Killer 36:32

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This week we resume our coverage of the Frost & Fire V Festival held in Ventura, California in October 2025. We pick up the narrative with coverage of killer performances by Blood Star, Haunt and Blade Killer. For each band, the Night Demon guys offer context and history of their relationship with the band and why it was important for them to perfo…

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Episode #279 - Frost and Fire V: Venue, Logistics and False Starts 39:48

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This week we continue our coverage of the historic Frost & Fire V Festival held in Ventura, California in October 2025. We begin by exploring why Bombay Bar & Grill is the perfect - the only - venue for this festival. It's not only Night Demon's history with the place, but also the physical layout and the relationships with ownership. Then the band…

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Episode #278 - Frost and Fire V: Antecedents and Motivations 41:50

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Night Demon hosted the Frost & Fire V Festival in Ventura, CA in October 2025. In this week's episode, we explain the history of the Festival, including why it started in 2015 and how it was intertwined with the triumphant return of Cirith Ungol. The boys give a brief rundown of each year's iteration of the Fest from 2015 to 2018, and they chronicl…

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Episode #277 - Live at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Part 3: Performance and Reactions 41:45

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This week we wrap up our trilogy of episodes chronicling Night Demon's historic performance at the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, in August 2025. We begin by setting the stage: the location, the vibe, the full moon, the crippling heat. Then we dig into Night Demon's setlist, including Curse of the Damned in its entirety, the special "…

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Episode #276 - Live at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Part 2: Cleveland Connection, Supporting Bands and Venue 35:40

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In August 2025, Night Demon played one of only two American Curse of the Damned anniversary shows at the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. In this week's episode, you will learn why it was a unique experience for the band and what made the night so meaningful for them in this city. The guys explain how they wanted the show to be more abo…

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Episode #275 - Live at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Part 1: History and Context 35:48

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In August 2025, Night Demon played a historic gig at the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. In this episode, we explore all the whys and wherefores of how this magical night came to be. The guys talk about their history in Cleveland and the incredible bond they formed with the NE Ohio diehards more than a decade ago. They also discuss the…

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Episode #274 - WJCU Takeover Part 2 1:15:22

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This week we bring you the second half of Night Demon's guest DJ appearance on WJCU's Metal on Metal radio show in Cleveland, Ohio in August 2025. During this episode, the band spins a fistful of songs they have covered, as well as selected tracks from the other acts who were appearing with them the following night onstage at the Rock'n'Roll Hall o…

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Episode #273 - WJCU Takeover Part 1 1:00:33

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In August 2025, Night Demon played the first of just two U.S. shows commemorating the 10 year anniversary of their Curse of the Damned debut album. The night before that historic performance, the band members appeared on WJCU's Metal on Metal radio broadcast to promote the gig and talk influences and band history. This week we bring you the first p…

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Episode #272 - Action Figure TV Commercial 36:52

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An exciting accessory to the Curse of the DamnedUltimate Edition boxset is the Axe-Wielding Eugene action figure. To highlight this cool merch item, Night Demon enlisted the services of longtime friend and former Midnight guitarist Shaun Vanek to create a 30-second commercial. In this episode, you will hear all about how that commercial came to be …

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Episode #271 - Curse at 10: Axe Wielding Eugene 54:43

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As part of the 10th anniversary celebration for Curse of the Damned, Night Demon have unveiled their first action figure for Axe-Wielding Eugene, the sinister black-clad figure on the album cover. In this episode, we tackle the questions of why Night Demon decided to do an action figure and how the character came to be named Eugene. The bulk of the…

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Episode #270 - Curse at 10: Save Me Now 44:23

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This week we conclude our 10-year anniversary retrospective on Night Demon's Curse of the Damned track by track, by exploring the album closer, 'Save Me Now." Although this track was covered in depth in Episodes 202-203, we revisit it now and expose new nooks and crannies, details that have never before surfaced. Among other nuggets, you will learn…

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Episode #269 - Curse at 10: Killer 47:40

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As we continue our track-by-track rundown of Night Demon's Curse of the Damned album for its 10th anniversary, we reach the penultimate song, "Killer." One of the most rarely aired tunes in the band's catalog, "Killer" epitomizes an underrated deep cut. In this episode, Night Demon members discuss the musical and lyrical inspiration for the song, w…

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Episode # 268 - Curse at 10: Run For Your Life 32:25

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As we continue our track-by-track analysis of Night Demon's influential debut album, Curse of the Damned, for its tenth anniversary, this week we reach the unheralded song "Run for Your Life." Originally intended as the title track of the album, it eventually became relegated to track 9, an overlooked deep cut rarely aired on stage. In this episode…

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Episode #267 - Curse at 10: Mastermind 49:32

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This week we continue our track-by-track exploration of Night Demon's debut album, Curse of the Damned, on the occasion of its tenth anniversary by digging into the song "Mastermind." A rock/metal hybrid with a distinctive swing and a positive message, "Mastermind" is unique in the Night Demon catalog in multiple ways. You will hear about how the b…

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Episode #266 - Curse at 10: Livin Dangerous 59:01

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As we continue our track-by-track exploration of Curse of the Damned in honor of that record's tenth anniversary, we now reach one of the deep cuts. "Livin' Dangerous" is a straight ahead, no-frills rock'n'roll song that Night Demon rarely plays live. In this episode, you will learn why. The guys talk about influences for the song, when it was writ…

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Episode #265 - Curse at 10: Heavy Metal Heat 46:08

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This week, we continue our coverage of the tenth anniversary of Night Demon's iconic debut album, Curse of the Damned. We turn our attention to the song "Heavy Metal Heat," perhaps Night Demon's ultimate party anthem. We hear from the guys how the song came into existence, how that riff is fundamental to the band's identity, how it progressed from …

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Episode #264 - Curse at 10: The Howling Man 1:01:37

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Back in 2022, we devoted three episodes to the classic Night Demon song, "The Howling Man." This week we bring you a fourth episode on this epic track, including all-new content. Points of emphasis include the "Black Sabbath" live tie-in on this current Curse at 10 tour, the evolution of the song's live presentation both musically and visually, the…

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Episode #263 - Curse at 10: Full Speed Ahead 49:59

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This week we continue our exploration of Night Demon's landmark debut album, Curse of the Damned, on the occasion of its 10-year anniversary by diving into "Full Speed Ahead." The guys explain why the song is regarded as a Night Demon classic and a fan favorite that features prominently in the live set. You will hear about the musical inspiration f…

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Episode #262 - Curse at 10: Satan 46:37

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This week, we continue our exploration of all things Curse of the Damned in honor of the 10th anniversary celebration of that landmark album and the corresponding Ultimate Edition box set release. Our focus tonight is "Satan," track 3 from Curse. A deep cut, not often aired, with a tongue-in-cheek lyrical approach, chugging riffage, and an overall …

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Episode #261 - Curse at 10: Curse of the Damned 54:30

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This week's episode is devoted to an exploration of the title track of Night Demon's 2015 debut album, Curse of the Damned. The band members break down the component parts of the song, from the distinctive swing intro to the MXR Phase 90 guitar effect to the memorable singalong part near the end. You will hear about the musical and lyrical inspirat…

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Episode #260 - Curse at 10: Screams in the Night 55:23

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We continue our deep dive into all things Curse of the Damned in celebration of the album's 10-year anniversary by examining album opener "Screams in the Night." Night Demon band members past and present explain how the song originated as an afterthought in the Curse writing sessions, but how it has gone on to become a fan favorite, a "hit," and a …

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Episode #259 - Curse at 10: Blood Sacrifice 43:45

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This week, we continue our focus on Night Demon's Curse of the Damned album on the occasion of its 10th anniversary Ultimate Edition reissue. A key component of the forthcoming box set is a copy of the Blood Sacrifice comic book designed by James Dufresne. This week, Jarvis sits down to interview James Dufresne about the connections between Blood S…

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Episode #258 - Curse at 10: Run for Your Life track by track 56:48

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This week we continue our celebration of Curse of the Damned on the occasion of its 10th anniversary and the accompanying release of the Ultimate Edition box set of the album. As discussed last week, Night Demon recorded an earlier version of the Curse album known as Run for Your Life, and those recordings are included in the box set for the first …

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Episode #257 - Curse at 10: The Run for Your Life Sessions 46:15

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As diehard Night Demon fans know, the band recorded a version of what became Curse of the Damned under the banner of Run for Your Life. They ultimately decided to shelve those recordings. In this episode, we hear from current and former members of the band explaining the whys and wherefores. How did it come about that Dusty was on the Run for Your …

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Episode #256 - Curse at 10: Reflections from the Band 51:38

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This week we present you with commentary from current and past members of Night Demon about Curse of the Damned on the occasion of its 10-year anniversary. You will hear how the creators of the album felt about at the time, how it fit in the context of the times, what Armand's role was in shaping the songs and sound, and how past and present member…

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Episode #255 - Curse of the Damned Ultimate Edition Box Set - Announcement and Details 1:08:46

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This week we present a major announcement from the Night Demon camp about forthcoming activities to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the legendary full-length debut album, Curse of the Damned. There will be concerts, special merchandise, and even an action figure of axe-wielding Eugene, the black-clad mascot from the album cover. But the centerpie…

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Episode #254 - Interview with Joe McGuigan of Gama Bomb 1:00:34

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This week, we bring you the final installment in our series of Jarvis' interviews of friends, colleagues, peers and influences from other bands. This episode comes to you from backstage at the Limelight in Belfast, Northern Ireland, where Jarvis interviewed affable bassist Joe McGuigan from longtime Irish thrashers Gama Bomb. This wide-ranging inte…

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Episode #253 - Interview with Russ Tippins and Cindy Maynard of Tanith - Part 2 51:56

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This week, we conclude Jarvis's two-part interview with Russ Tippins and Cindy Maynard of Brooklyn-based classic hard rock revelations Tanith. The conversation continues to flow easily, with topics ranging from England versus U.S. scene differences and similarities, the recording of the "Citadel" single as the first time the four members of Tanith …

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Episode #252 - Interview with Russ Tippins and Cindy Maynard of Tanith - Part 1 1:02:07

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This week, we bring you the first installment of Jarvis' interview with Russ Tippins (guitars/vocals) and Cindy Maynard (bass/vocals) from Metal Blade recording artists Tanith. Both musicians discuss their formative years, including Cindy's travails trying to learn guitar as a lefty and Russ's experiences in England starting a band (Satan) with his…

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Episode #251 - Interview with Christopher Williams of Accept and Elegant Weapons - Part 2 59:46

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This week we bring you the second and final installment of Jarvis Leatherby's interview with Christopher Williams, drummer of Accept and Elegant Weapons. This far-reaching and fascinating interview covers such topics as the evolution of the Nashville scene for career musicians, the burgeoning hard rock / metal community there, how Christopher lande…

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Episode #250 - Interview with Christopher Williams of Accept and Elegant Weapons - Part 1 1:06:42

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This week we continue our series of Jarvis Leatherby interviews with musicians who are friends, peers, influences and/or tourmates of Night Demon. The next interviewee is Christopher Williams, longtime drummer for Accept, who first crossed paths with Night Demon on a European tour in winter 2018. In this far-reaching, in-depth interview, you will h…

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Episode #249 - Interview with Athenar of Midnight - Part 2 1:06:49

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This week, we continue our ongoing series of Jarvis interviews with influences, friends, pals, and so on. We pick up the story with Midnight visionary Athenar as he explains how Midnight evolved from 2003 to the present day. You will hear many parallels between the careers of Midnight and Night Demon, how Athenar grew to take Midnight more seriousl…

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Episode #248 - Interview with Athenar of Midnight - Part 1 1:06:53

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This week we continue the "Interviews with Jarvis" series by bringing you part 1 of his in-depth conversation with the elusive Midnight mastermind Athenar. In this discussion, Athenar digs deep into his musical history, describing his formative musical years, talking about his first albums and first concerts as an '80s kid in the Cleveland suburbs.…

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Episode #247 - Interview with Bryan Patrick and Phil Ross of Manilla Road and Sentry 1:51:16

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This week we continue our series of interviews by Jarvis Leatherby with friends, colleagues, influences and peers. This week's subjects are Phil Ross and Bryan Patrick of Sentry, formerly Manilla Road. Over the course of this wildly entertaining 90-minute interview, you will hear about how Phil and Bryan discovered heavy metal in Wichita, Kansas; h…

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Episode #246 - Interview with Trevor William Church of Haunt and Beastmaker 1:36:33

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This week we continue our series of interviews between Jarvis Leatherby and musicians who are peers, compatriots, influences, and friends. The subject this week is Trevor William Church of Haunt / Beastmaker fame. Listen in as Jarvis and Trevor discuss Trevor's origin story, his famous father, his humble beginnings in rural California, how he came …

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Episode #245 - Interview with Stacey Savage and Adam Neal of Savage Master 1:23:07

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This week we bring you another installment in the series of Jarvis Leatherby interviews with contemporaries, peers, influences, and friends. Our subjects this week are Adam Neal and Stacey Savage, founding members of occult Kentucky true metal stalwarts Savage Master. In this wide-ranging conversation, Jarvis, Adam and Stacey cover the origins of t…

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Episode #244 - Interview with Chris Black of High Spirits 1:33:31

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This week, we bring you a special treat, as Jarvis interviews the reclusive and gifted Chris Black, from High Spirits, Dawnbringer, Superchrist and others. You will hear about Chris's upbringing, his gateway to heavy metal, his thoughts on various subgenres, why all his albums list first names only, his impressions on various punk bands, how he goe…

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Episode #243 - Interview with Mike Stone of Queensryche 58:53

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Recently, Night Demon completed a full European tour supporting progressive metal titans Queensryche. During that tour, Jarvis had an opportunity to sit down for an in-depth conversation with Queensryche guitarist Mike Stone. This week we present that interview in its entirety for your listening pleasure. You will hear about Stone's fascinating car…

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Episode #242 - Nothing Rotten in the State of Denmark: Bandana Brothers, Paradise Lost, and Deaf Forever 57:37

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This week we conclude our foray into the Night Demon / Cirith Ungol European run in September 2024. We pick up the tale with two off days following the successful London show. The guys explain why playing a series of one-offs can be logistically challenging and exhausting. You will hear how the Roskilde, Denmark show was a triumph for both bands, f…

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Episode #241 - London Underworld 55:54

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This week we continue our coverage of the Night Demon / Cirith Ungol run of shows through Europe in September 2024. We pick up the narrative with a stressful day of air travel from Italy to London, with flight delays and a long ride from the airport to the gig at the famous Underworld venue in Camden. The boys scrambled to set everything up in time…

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Episode #240 - Metal Italia Festival 1:07:07

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In fall 2024, Night Demon performed a series of shows in Europe alongside their compatriots in Cirith Ungol. We pick up the narrative as the band travel from Switzerland to Milan, Italy. Armand relates how he and his girlfriend encountered a series of disasters as they endeavored to travel by bus to Milan. Eventually the band arrived in time for th…

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Episode #239 - The Demon's First Strike in Basel, Switzerland 55:10

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In mid-September 2024, Night Demon and Cirith Ungol joined forces for a short run of shows through Europe. This week's episode memorializes the first of those gigs, which occurred in Basel, Switzerland. In their 800+ concert history, Night Demon had never performed in that city before. You will hear about the band's travel arrangements to Switzerla…

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Episode #238 - Blades of Steel 1:10:33

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This week we bring you all the details of Night Demon's appearance at the Blades of Steel Festival in August 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. You will hear about why the guys felt their headlining performance was triumphant, despite not having played together in weeks. They also describe the travails of Cirith Ungol's travel to the fest, but how they to…

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Episode #237 - Frost and Fireland II 1:06:16

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This week we catch up with Night Demon in August 2024. On the heels of a much-needed two-month break from band activities, Night Demon regrouped in Ireland to play the second installment of the Frost & Fireland Festival along with Cirith Ungol and a stacked international lineup. You will hear why it was important to the band to put on this festival…

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Episode #236 - Outsider European Tour pt. 2: Birthday Cakes, Rising Late, Different Beasts, and Going Home 55:06

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This week we conclude our coverage of Night Demon's October 2024 headlining run through Europe supporting the Outsider album. The tour wrapped up with a triumvirate of gigs in Freiburg, Germany; Dijon, France; and Weinheim, Germany. Among the noteworthy events at these shows were a Rocky-led birthday celebration for Brian, a DIY festival that unfor…

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Episode #235 - Outsider European Tour pt 2: Belgian Castles and Dungeons, Corner Stages and Broken Fingers 45:44

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This week we continue our coverage of Night Demon's October 2024 headlining run through Europe, supported by Traveler. The narrative resumes with a show in Namur, Belgium, at an unlikely venue that was a converted cable car station atop a hill. Despite unexpected lighting challenges and volume limits, the band had a good show and won over many new …