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Condition Critical

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Signals From Mars – Episode 430: Condition Critical

In this episode of Signals From Mars, Victor welcomes Tony Barhoum from New Jersey thrashers Condition Critical! Tony discusses the band’s first new album in nine years, Degeneration Chamber, their connection to New Jersey’s thrash legacy, and how they balance old-school aggression with a modern sound.

The conversation touches on the influence of local legends like Overkill and DD Verni, the band’s DIY approach to recording, and how they shaped the album’s late-’80s spirit without sounding dated. Tony also talks about his gear setup, unexpected musical influences, frustrations with streaming platforms, and shares a favorite memory of Ace Frehley.

Topics discussed include:

• New Jersey thrash roots

• Mischief Night traditions

• Joining Condition Critical

• Why Extermination Plan and Degeneration Chamber are nine years apart

• Engineering and producing the new album

• Gear talk

• Surprising influences

• Remembering Ace Frehley

• Where to buy Degeneration Chamber to best support the band

🎧 Listen to or watch the full episode:

https://www.signalsfrommars.com/

💿 Support Condition Critical:

Bandcamp: https://conditioncritical.bandcamp.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conditioncriticalnj/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConditionCriticalNJ/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1dTcIKLfUXsCPB1HiizLHn

🎙️ Patron Shout-outs:

Steven Sailer, Steve Hoeker, Jeremy Weltman, Mike Jones, Brad Dahl, Mark Strigl, Gabriel Ruiz, Chris Vaglio, Metal Dan, Johan Ederström, Ed Ferguson, Anthony Mackey, Toni Espin, Sean Richmond.

🔗 Connect with Signals From Mars:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars

Website: https://signalsfrommars.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/signalsfrommars

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/

Merch: https://signals-from-mars.creator-spring.com/

Podcast Services: https://www.signalsfrommars.com/podcast-services/

Sponsorship: https://www.signalsfrommars.com/sponsorship/

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Content provided by Victor M. Ruiz. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Victor M. Ruiz or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Signals From Mars – Episode 430: Condition Critical

In this episode of Signals From Mars, Victor welcomes Tony Barhoum from New Jersey thrashers Condition Critical! Tony discusses the band’s first new album in nine years, Degeneration Chamber, their connection to New Jersey’s thrash legacy, and how they balance old-school aggression with a modern sound.

The conversation touches on the influence of local legends like Overkill and DD Verni, the band’s DIY approach to recording, and how they shaped the album’s late-’80s spirit without sounding dated. Tony also talks about his gear setup, unexpected musical influences, frustrations with streaming platforms, and shares a favorite memory of Ace Frehley.

Topics discussed include:

• New Jersey thrash roots

• Mischief Night traditions

• Joining Condition Critical

• Why Extermination Plan and Degeneration Chamber are nine years apart

• Engineering and producing the new album

• Gear talk

• Surprising influences

• Remembering Ace Frehley

• Where to buy Degeneration Chamber to best support the band

🎧 Listen to or watch the full episode:

https://www.signalsfrommars.com/

💿 Support Condition Critical:

Bandcamp: https://conditioncritical.bandcamp.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conditioncriticalnj/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConditionCriticalNJ/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1dTcIKLfUXsCPB1HiizLHn

🎙️ Patron Shout-outs:

Steven Sailer, Steve Hoeker, Jeremy Weltman, Mike Jones, Brad Dahl, Mark Strigl, Gabriel Ruiz, Chris Vaglio, Metal Dan, Johan Ederström, Ed Ferguson, Anthony Mackey, Toni Espin, Sean Richmond.

🔗 Connect with Signals From Mars:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars

Website: https://signalsfrommars.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/signalsfrommars

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/signalsfrommars

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/SignalsFromMars

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsofficial/

Merch: https://signals-from-mars.creator-spring.com/

Podcast Services: https://www.signalsfrommars.com/podcast-services/

Sponsorship: https://www.signalsfrommars.com/sponsorship/

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