The Down Beat

Animals As Leaders drummer Matt Garstka talks authenticity in art on The Downbeat

The revered percussionist details his songwriting process, his dream festival and explains how compelling art can't be formulated.

Ali Richardson of Bleed From Within and Sylosis talks 'Shrine', side-stepping egos, and post-pand...

The drummer discusses his new album with Bleed From Within, getting the Corey Taylor seal of approval, and what it was like to pull double duty on drums for two bands that are technical AF.

Pat Sheridan talks hardcore roots, the silver linings of the pandemic and evolving as a musician ...

The Fit For An Autopsy guitarist shares how dark times have lead to a renewed sense of promise both personally and professionally on the award-winning podcast.

Malevolence talk 90's era heavy, DIY work ethic and striking with 'Malicious Intent' on the lates...

Bassist Wilkie Robinson and guitarist Josh Baines breakdown the band's evolving sound, their hands-on approach to everything, and how their third album is generating comparisons to legends like Pantera.

Wardrobe malfunctions, visual art, and a modern approach to punk - Milkie Way of Wargasm guests o...

One half of the emerging duo details the band's trajectory, where they fit stylistically and how being independent is a rewarding grind.

Trolling online, shitty coffee, drag culture and releasing a debut album - Dying Wish's Emma Bost...

The award-winning podcast welcomes one of the genre's most promising vocalists for a chat that touches on everything from Veganism to dodging aggro-male energy in heavy music.

Mysticism, meditation and black metal - Aaron Weaver of Wolves In the Throne Room guests on The D...

The drummer confides the spirituality that has allowed him to balance his personal and professional life and shares how his musical taste ranges from bands like Death, Morbid angel and Ulver to The RZA and J Dilla.

Hana Devore drops in on The Downbeat Podcast to talk biohacking, super strong weed, and achieving...

The competitive body builder and fitness authority advocates for natural means of getting the most out of your body on the latest episode of the podcast.

Courtney LaPlante of Spiritbox talks Björk, 'Eternal Blue' and breathing life back into metalcore...

The vocalist gets incredibly real about her career prior to Spiritbox, the complacency of metalcore, and her dream of meeting with and working for Post Malone after their upcoming Reading and Leeds performance.

Josh Smith of Northlane talks triathlons, multi-tasking as an artist manager, and the thrill of p...

Detailing his insane work ethic, Smith reveals his day to day schedule as the band's guitarist, manager, and how his continued triathlon training gives him the energy and focus to be as on point as possible.

Matt Halpern of Periphery details his evolution as a drummer, his signature snare and the future...

The veteran drummer keys in on the importance of being consistent behind the kit, the integrity he has in putting his name on anything, and how cryptocurrency is plagued with misinformation.

Employed to Serve's Justine Jones talks new music, her record label, and the silver linings of th...

The voice of Employed To Serve and co-owner of Church Road Records reveals details about the band's forthcoming record, what it's like to operate record label during a pandemic, and how being versatile is necessity.

Producer/musician Adam Getgood talks studio experiences, Youtube musicians, and the best drummers...

The veteran of the stage and studio shares what it was like to work with Devin Townsend and Animals As Leaders, how Youtube is setting a bad precedent for aspiring musicians, and his appreciation for the art of drumming.

Architects' Ali Dean talks marathon running, 'It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia' and the band's n...

The bassist for Architects details his productive daily practices and his comfort with playing a supporting role within the band.

Cult of Luna's Johannes Persson explains the importance of storytelling over songwriting on The D...

The brilliant mind behind Cult of Luna explains how he values capturing a moment rather that making the perfect song in an interview that runs the gamut from workout regimens to religious zealotry to Southern California hardcore bands.

Stray From the Path's Drew York talks tour stories, relocating to France, and post-Covid dream to...

Stray From the Path bandmates Craig Reynolds and vocalist Drew York share late night tour bus banter with a proper podcast audience on the latest episode of the long-form interview series.

Sam Carter of Architects details making an album during a pandemic and missing the adrenaline of ...

The frontman for the UK metalcore titans opens up about finding value in therapy and what it was like to make one of their best records to date during a lockdown.

Brendan Murphy of Counterparts and END talks ADD, adjusting to life without touring, and pissing ...

The vocalist for Counterparts and END talks about getting a job, bonding with his cat, and how the pandemic has changed how touring will play out when and fit the world ever becomes normal again.

Comedian Ed Gamble dishes on drive-in comedy shows, dining on his podcast, and his status as a Da...

The comedian and host of the Off Menu podcast details life during the pandemic, how he got his comedic start, and his love for the metal.

Virtuoso Aaron Marshall recounts the evolution of Intervals on The Downbeat

Despite existing in various iterations over the years, audio architect Aaron Marshall remains the driving force of the project that is seemingly just hitting it's stride after a decade in the game.

Mat Welsh of While She Sleeps details the game changing fan-supported community of 'Sleeps Societ...

Paving a new lane for artists to remain connected with fans, Mat Welsh of While She Sleeps explains how experience and circumstance inspired the band to think outside the box.

Record-holding powerlifter Bryce Krawczyk discusses motivation and metal on The Downbeat

The athlete at the heart of Calgary Barbell discusses practical training habits and how bands like Kublai Khan, Harm's Way, and Black Dahlia Murder top his gym soundtrack.

Bryan Garris, singer of Knocked Loose, talks band's success, best gas station food and ambition t...

Bryan Garris, singer of Knocked Loose, joins The Downbeat this week. Host Craig Reynolds hit the finer talking points of this week's installment. "Over the last few years Knocked Loose have exploded from small DIY hardcore shows to headlining over bands much their senior. I've always admired how humble they've remained through it all, and talking to Bryan this week was no different. We talked about the band's success, his unlikely ambition to be an English teacher, and more importantly which gas stations have the best food, amongst other things!" The conversation also included the Knocked Loose's brush with the...

Josh Middleton (Sylosis/Architects) & Craig Reynolds Talk All Things Metallica on The Downbeat

Things Are F*cked Right Now. Some Metallica Might Help.

Alessandro Venturella (Slipknot)