The Kevin Powell Podcast

On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I’m joined by Australia’s rising band ANA to talk about their latest single “Hate Me" and the music video everyone’s talking about. Yes… the snake is real. Ana shares what it was like filming with a live snake, while Josh breaks down the vision behind the video and how it all came together. We also get into their upcoming album Motivated By Death, their influences, touring stories, and how the band is carving out its own identity. Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews!🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

Ricky Hoover of Ov Sulfur joins The Kevin Powell Podcast for an in-depth conversation about the band’s new album Endless, preparing for a massive U.S. tour with Orbit Culture, and revisiting the emotional 2014 Suicide Silence memorial show. Ricky opens up about:• The writing and lyrical evolution behind Endless• Stepping outside his comfort zone vocally• Touring for nearly two months straight• His time in Suffokate and why he stepped away from music• What brought him back with Ov Sulfur• Advice for new bands in today’s scene From Myspace-era deathcore to modern heavy music evolution, this episode covers the full journey.🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you stream. Follow Ov Sulfur for tour dates, merch, and new music. #KevinPowellPodcast #OvSulfur #RickyHoover🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuel Get 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfit Get 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend 💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

Kevin Powell sits down with Richard “Stitch” Thomas and Daniel Fox of Ventana for a raw, hilarious, and honest conversation about brotherhood, burnout, and why they’re giving the band everything they’ve got in 2026. From their early 2000s beginnings to 2021’s The Nature of Betrayal, Ventana opens up about nearly walking away, rebuilding momentum after COVID, and finishing new music the right way this time.We also dive into:• The accidental rise of Ex-Faces and revisiting their era with Mushroomhead• Touring with friends and why loyalty matters more than ever• The old-school hustle vs. the TikTok generation • Industry burnout, staying motivated in your 40s, and not missing your moment• VIP meet & greets, pizza parties, and keeping things personal with fans If you’re a fan of Cleveland metal, brotherhood on the road, and bands that refuse to quit — this one’s for you.🎟️ Catch Ventana on tour this March 🌐 Visit: VentanaBand.com 🎙️ Subscribe for more interviews with rock, metal, and alternative artists🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz

Rev3rent join Kevin Powell on the podcast to talk about the resurgence of raw, old-school deathcore, their DIY roots, and what it’s been like rapidly leveling up as a young band in today’s heavy music scene.The band breaks down their latest release Decimate, why they lean into Myspace-era deathcore over modern overproduction, and how playing packed VFW halls helped shape their sound and work ethic.They also dive into their experience at Christmas Burns Red with August Burns Red, what it meant sharing stages with legends, and how they landed their upcoming tour with Spite, Psycho-Frame, and Amour — a major step forward for the band. From early influences to behind-the-scenes tour stories, Rev3rent keep it honest about the challenges of coming up in heavy music and what fans can expect next as new material is already in the works.🎸 Topics covered:• Deathcore revival and old-school influence • Writing and recording Decimate• DIY roots and underground shows• Christmas Burns Red experience • Touring with Spite, Psycho-Frame, and Amour• Advice for new and upcoming bands🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are available.🔔 Subscribe for more interviews with rising and established metal, hardcore, and alternative bands.🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform: ► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4 ► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03 ► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz ► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuelGet 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfitGet 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasn Get 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL 🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!) ► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend💰 Support the channel ► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell ► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell🔗 Connect with me! ► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowell Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

Acid Bath is officially back, and Mike Sanchez joins me at Louder Than Life for one of the most honest and wild interviews of the weekend.We cover everything — the early days in the Louisiana sticks, breaking into the New Orleans scene, the moment Acid Bath knew the reunion could actually work, and some insane tour stories you’ve never heard before.Mike also talks about new music, their massive 2026 plans, and upcoming European shows with System of a Down and Queens of the Stone Age.If you’re an Acid Bath fan… this one is legendary.🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform:► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03► Apple Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/b1iwmz► Google Podcasts: http://tiny.cc/93iwmz🔥 Get 20% off GFUEL here: https://www.gfuel.com/kxpfuelGet 15% off your next order on Purus Labs supplements: https://puruslabs.com/?ref=kxpfitGet 10% off your next set of in-ear monitors here: https://www.basnaudio.com/?ref=kxpbasnGet 15% off protein snacks: https://redefinesnacks.com/?ref=KEVINPOWELL🎸 Follow Gods End (My Band!)► Stream: https://linktr.ee/godsxend► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsxend► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsxend💰 Support the channel► PayPal: https://PayPal.me/kevinxpowell► Venmo: https://Venmo.com/u/kevinxpowell🔗 Connect with me!► All Links: https://linktr.ee/kevinxpowellSome of the links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This helps support the channel at no extra cost to you!

Meet Jose from Aeternum, the rising metal band known for their powerful blend of feminine rage and raw emotion. In this chat, he discusses their electrifying live shows and how they connect hearts with fans on tour. Jose shares insights on their journey with The Killers Confession, emotional performances, and the impact of grief in their music. They also explore dream collaborations and their plans for the future. This duo is all about building real relationships with audiences, making every performance a shared experience. Don’t miss out on their tour!

Matt Greiner, the drummer for metalcore band August Burns Red, shares his journey of over two decades in music. He dives into the re-recording process of their iconic album Thrill Seeker, revealing how they preserved original drum parts while making subtle tweaks. Greiner also discusses his collaboration on a drum plugin and the excitement surrounding the Christmas Burns Red festival. With hints of new music coming in 2026, he reflects on the band's creative evolution and offers practical advice for aspiring musicians.

Beau Bokan, the lead vocalist of Blessthefall, and guitarist Eric Lambert, dive into the band's triumphant return with their new album, Gallows. They share the spark that reignited their creativity after seven years, revealing the challenges and joys of the writing process that began in 2020. The duo emphasizes perseverance and authenticity, offering invaluable advice to emerging bands navigating the music industry. With tales from their festival experiences and insights into their collaborative efforts, this conversation captures the passion fueling Blessthefall's comeback.

This week, Attack Attack! reunites to share their journey after a decade-long hiatus. The metalcore band chats about rediscovering their early sound and their exciting collaboration with Will Ramos, the 'heaviest vocalist' they could find. They discuss their self-titled album and how it represents a full-circle moment for them. Producers Andrew Bayliss and Evan McKeever also play a vital role in this new chapter. Plus, get a sneak peek of their plans for 2026 festival appearances!

Stu Folsom, the energetic frontman of SpiritWorld, shares insights on his band's unique fusion of hardcore, thrash, and country influences. He discusses the writing process for their upcoming album, blending classic country sounds with heavy metal. Stu reflects on their growth since Helldorado and reveals what fans can expect from their live shows, emphasizing their dynamic stage presence. He also offers advice for aspiring musicians, encouraging them to pursue their passion fearlessly. Don't miss their forthcoming record set for 2026!