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"Death to the World" and Apocalyptic Theological Aesthetics - A conversation with Robert Saler

Robert Saler discusses his fascinating book '"Death to the World" and Apocalyptic Theological Aesthetics'. Saler explores the unique blend of punk rock culture and Orthodox spirituality in the "Death to the World" movement, offering insights into contemporary U.S. Orthodoxy. We cover the movement's impact on religious structures, its critique of modernity, and its apocalyptic themes.
Read a sample of the book here: https://www.booktopia.com.au/-death-to-the-world-and-apocalyptic-theological-aesthetics-robert-cady-saler/ebook/9780567704481.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqijx3Ft89wX_WbReUzQgNJPZiz7PceJ5GQDRhHJTZbeIJ62nqY
Purchase the book here: https://www.bloomsbury.com/au/death-to-the-world-and-apocalyptic-theological-aesthetics-9780567704443/
Background: Robert is an Associate Dean for Evaluation and Assessment, Associate Professor of Theology and Culture, and Executive Director of the Center for Pastoral Excellence and the Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Program at the Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis.

Steve Harris (Iron Maiden/ British Lion) - Part 2

Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris discusses his Australian tour experiences and the reception to British Lion. He shares insights on Iron Maiden's current tour, setlist creation, and potential song choices. Harris reflects on the band's musical evolution and long-standing partnership with Bruce Dickinson. The interview covers his use of Lado basses throughout Powerslave, recent media appearances, and his role as a spokesperson for the band. Harris also touches on personal interests, including West Ham United, and discusses challenges he's faced in the music industry.

New music show August 2024

The new music show features a heap of metal from the cutting edge under the broader genres of heavy metal, prog metal, psychedelic black metal, goth metal, power metal, deathcore, death metal, early thrash, modern thrash, thrash, melodic death metal, punk, prog power metal, prog style Nocturnus, symphonic power metal, symphonic Evanescence, metalcore, folk metal, death noise, funeral doom, and modern and folk metal featuring the following artists and their cuts: 
1. **HammerFall** - "Avenge the Fallen" from *Avenge the Fallen*2. **Opeth** - "§1" from *The Last Will & Testament*3. **Oranssi Pazuzu** - "Valotus" from *Muuntautuja*4. **Marilyn Manson** - "Raise the Red Flag"5. **Lordi** - "Made of Metal"6. **Cabal** - "Magno Interitus (Misstiq Rework)" from *Reworks*7. **God Dethroned** - "The Judas Paradox" from *The Judas Paradox*8. **Prisoner** - "Skies are Blackened" from the EP *House of Cards*9. **Soulride** - "Paralyzed" from *Murder Act*10. **Thrasherwolf** - "G.B.H" from *Inside the Sickened Mind*11. **Dislocator** - "Adapt to Survive"12. **Erudica** - "Echoes of Desolation"13. **S.H.I.** - "Green Horse" from *死*14. **Nails** - "Lacking the Ability to Process Empathy" from *Every Bridge Burning*15. **Crypt Crawler** - "Higher Society" from *The Immortal Realm*16. **Coffin Rot** - "Perverted Exhumation" from *Dreams of the Disturbed*17. **Herakleion** - "The Tomb" from *Necroverse EP*18. **Blind Guardian** - "The Bard’s Song - In the Forest (Revisited)" from *Somewhere Far Beyond Revisited*19. **InnerWish** - "Cult of the Blind"20. **Days of Jupiter** - "Original Sin"21. **Athena XIX** - "Frames of Humanity" from *Everflow Part 1: Frames of Humanity*22. **Dungeon Crawl** - "Red Shadows" from *Maze Controller*23. **Eleine** - "Through the Mist" from *We Shall Remain*24. **All for Metal** - "Path of the Brave" from *Gods of Metal (Year of the Dragon)*25. **Crimson Veil** - "Illuminate"26. **HammerFall** - "The End Justifies" from *Avenge the Fallen*27. **Oceans** - "Parasite" from *Happy*28. **Marilyn Manson** - "As Sick as the Secrets Within" from *As Sick as the Secrets Within*29. **Arka'n Asrafokor** - "Final Tournament" from *Dzikkuh*30. **Miasma of Occvlt Limbs** - "(Portal) Con las Vísceras Expuestas la Iluminación Cadavérica me Sacraliza" from *Occulta Caerimonia Putridum*31. **Föhn** - "Bereft" from *Condescending*32. **Equilibrium** - "Gnosis"33. **Grand Magus** - "Skybound" from *Sunraven*34. **HammerFall** - "Burn It Down" from *Avenge the Fallen*

Dale Stewart (Seether)

Seether's new album, The Surface Seems So Far, is available on September 20. Dale talks about the album and touring life, providing deep insight into his perspective on life in South Africa - an insightful chat with a good bloke. 
https://found.ee/TheSurfaceSeemsSoFar 

Steve Harris (Iron Maiden/ British Lion)

Steve Harris joins the show ahead of the Australian shows with British Lion and Iron Maiden. We explore whether British Lion allows for deeper lyrical exploration and comparisons to Iron Maiden. He shares thoughts on Bruce Dickinson's Mandrake Project, the recent reunion with Paul Di'Anno, and how fan interactions have shaped his legacy. We also examine Iron Maiden's themes concerning social and political climates, potential collaborations with contemporary artists, and the challenges metal faced in the mid-90s. Plus, there's plenty of bass talk!
British Lion Tour Dates:
Saturday, 31st August – Perth, Magnet House
Tuesday, 3rd September – Adelaide, Lion Arts Factory
Thursday, 5th September – Melbourne, Croxton Bandroom
Monday, 9th September – Brisbane, The Triffid
Wednesday, 11th September – Sydney, Manning
Tickets available: Get yours here
Iron Maiden Australian Tour Dates:
Sunday, 1st September – Perth, RAC Arena
Wednesday, 4th September – Adelaide, Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Friday, 6th September & Saturday, 7th September – Melbourne, Rod Laver Arena
Tuesday, 10th September – Brisbane, Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Thursday, 12th September & Friday, 13th September – Sydney, Qudos Bank Arena
Monday, 16th September – Auckland, Spark Arena
Tickets available: Get yours here
 

Olof Mörck (Amaranthe)

Olof Mörck of Amaranthe discusses the band's upcoming Australian tour, which will run from late August through September. The tour will feature songs from their new album, The Catalyst, produced by Jacob Hansen and released by Nuclear Blast. Olof reflects on his development as a musician and its impact on Amaranthe's direction. He addresses critical influences on the band's path and the role of technology in their music production and live performances. The discussion includes how Amaranthe manages creative differences among its multiple vocalists and instrumentalists. 
Olof also comments on how Amaranthe's music relates to current social and political issues and the themes they plan to explore in their future work. He provides insights into the band's visual presentation and its significance. Finally, Olof shares his perspective on the future of music consumption and the evolving relationship between artists and fans, outlining Amaranthe's strategy for adapting to changes in the music industry.
 
AMARANTHE 2024 Australian Tour Dates
Tuesday 27 August – The Gov, ADELAIDE
Wednesday, 28 August – Metropolis Fremantle, PERTH
Friday 30 August – Metro Theatre, SYDNEY
Saturday 31 August – Northcote Theatre, MELBOURNE
Sunday 1 September – The Tivoli, BRISBANE
Tickets: https://davidroywilliams.com/tours/amaranthe/ and  https://metropolistouring.com/amaranthe-2024/
 

Oscar Dronjak (Hammerfall)

In this conversation, we uncover why it took nearly 30 years for HammerFall to tour Australia, dive into their latest album, Avenge The Fallen, and explore Oscar’s unique guitar style. He also shares unforgettable memories from touring with Chuck Schuldiner, reflects on the early days with Jesper Strömblad and Mikael Stanne, discusses his Serbian heritage, and much more. 
 
HAMMERFALL January 2025 Australian Tour Dates
Tuesday 14th January PERTH, Metro Fremantle
Wednesday 15th January ADELAIDE, Lion Arts
Friday 17th January  MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre
Saturday 18th January  SYDNEY, Manning Bar
Sunday 19th January BRISBANE, The Triffid
 
Tickets: https://thephoenix.au/
 

Lynton Cessford (Iniquitous Monolith)

Lynton Cessford, guitarist of the Perth-based brutal death metal band Iniquitous Monolith, discusses the band's unique blend of horror-infused brutality, dissonant overtones, and groove. He delves into their songwriting process and the incorporation of horror elements. Lynton also shares insights on their upcoming debut album "Monstrous Degradation," set for release on August 9th, and their collaboration with Japanese label Amputated Vein Records. The conversation also explores the band's formation, featuring members from various Perth extreme metal acts and how their backgrounds contribute to Iniquitous Monolith's distinctive sound, amongst other topics such as managing work and family commitments with the band.
www.facebook.com/INIMONO
Instagram: @iniquitousmonolith
https://amputatedveinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/monstrous-degradation

Tom G Warrior (Celtic Frost/ Hellhammer/ Triptykon)

Tom G. Warrior discusses his upcoming Australian shows featuring the Hellhammer demos and the Apocalyptic Raids EP, exploring the catalyst behind performing these songs live after 40 years. He reflects on their importance in his legacy, and his enjoyment of playing Hellhammer tracks. Tom also addresses underappreciated aspects of his career, the comprehensive Danse Macabre box set, and any relationship with Noise Records. He touches on the Cold Lake album, fan interest in a remix, and potential releases of Nemesis Of Power '93 demos. Tom dives into the Prototype demo and the evolution of tracks like “The Dying I” and “November.” He discusses the impact of Monotheist, his guitar and amp preferences, and writing on the bass guitar. So much more, including his thoughts on Martin Eric Ain, Reed St. Mark, success from a small village in Switzerland and other topics.
AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES Wednesday 14th August - CANBERRA - The Basement Thursday 15th August - SYDNEY - Factory Friday -16th August - BRISBANE - The Backroom Saturday -17th August - MELBOURNE - Croxton Sunday - 18th August - ADELAIDE - The Gov
General Public Tickets On Sale: www.triumphofdeath.net and www.hardlinemedia.net

Arjen Lucassen (Simone Simmons/ Ayreon/ Star One et.al)

Arjen Lucassen, the mastermind behind countless albums and groundbreaking projects, discusses his collaboration with Simone Simons (Epica) on her solo album "Vermillion." Arjen shares the story of how this partnership came to life and the unique creative process that shaped the album. He also discusses songwriting and production aspects, explaining how they balanced heavy and atmospheric elements while integrating Simone’s contributions to song titles, themes, and lyrical fragments. Reflecting on the album's themes, Arjen touches on contemporary issues like AI. Additionally, he talks about composing soundtracks for classic novels and creating albums based on unexpected themes.
Watch the video for 'In Love We Rust' now at: https://youtu.be/45SP4O2PcJs Pre-order and pre-save Vermillion now at: https://simonesimons.bfan.link/vermillion