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That Metal Podcast

David Ballesteros

Metal geeks talk all things metal whilst enjoying a cold beverage. Wulf-Man Dave and friends discuss all topics in Metal, Video Games and Horror Movies. Including trends, musicians, bands, albums, movies, video games, and gear. Join as they dissect and discuss all aspects relating to metal. Buy the ticket, take the ride!

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  • #217
    October 18 · 1 hr 59 min

    An Interview With Refestramus

    Ghouls and Goils! Join me as I have an amazing conversation with Jan and Ian of prog rock band Refestramus. We discuss horror movies, A.I., the importance of physical media, and of course their latest album "Morri's Rock Boutique". For fans of Styx, Steven Wilson, Kansas, and Arjen Lucassen's solo work. Check out their IG page here: https://www.instagram.com/refestramus/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet Apple Music Link: https://music.apple.com/us/album/morris-rock-boutique/1883706714 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6rrZZWtbjPuq3vjLcPRQSi?si=06sGwErbQMaRXaLjCKUxiw

  • #215
    September 27 · 1 hr 16 min

    A Chat With Vanessa Funke

    Hails metal geeks and dorks! I have the pleasure of having a chat with German metalhead Vanessa Funke on her latest slab of melodic death metal. It is epic, grand, and hopeful. We also discuss Dungeon Synth and some awesome releases of 2026. Check out her socials here below: https://youtube.com/channel/UCcR2lNaH2Pag3g1VIS6qiTw?si=Gvsq4x86WLIRtnb- https://www.instagram.com/vanessafunke_music/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet

  • #213
    August 29 · 1 hr 51 min

    When Metal and Hollywood Combine...

    Metal nerds AND film geeks rejoice! Ruben and I discuss films that Might have a metal correlation. You be the judge! What other movies should we discuss? We also discuss the many legends we have lost in cinema like Dolly and Tim Curry. But wait, there's more! We talk about the continuing drama with Melanie Loves Death Metal. Music is brought to you by the band Oriax! Link to their YouTube below: https://youtube.com/channel/UCi3KgnzJYHF8efsTykK873A?si=D2Vhw7_6Y_ERwsGY

  • #212
    August 1 · 1 hr 43 min

    Erik of Falsimonian: Do Not Miss Episode!

    Time to go goblin mode! Erik of Falsimonian (and cohost of TMP) and I discuss his band and music, some of the best albums of 2026, drama with another content creator, the dangers of a.i., and of course Sony going digital. Check out the band page: https://www.instagram.com/falsimonian/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/703Afex1CT2nCFkjzuZXAo

  • #211
    July 30 · 1 hr 19 min

    When Metal and Video Games Collide

    Metal ghouls and girls! Ruben and I talk about the connection between metal and video games. Strap in because we bring up over 45 video games and how they connect to heavy metal. To make it more interesting, we attach a band to each game. Check it!!

  • #210
    July 23 · 11 min

    Getting Ripped Off: A Cautionary Tale

    This is a serious one people. I share my experience getting ripped off by a respected member of the metal/vinyl community: YouTuber "Melanie Loves Death Metal". She has gone missing in action, accounts deactivated, and blocking everyone she owes money to. If you have had similar experiences, please email me and let me know.

  • #209
    July 18 · 1 hr 16 min

    Desert Island Albums Part 2

    Ghouls and girls I am joined by Vel, a metal obsessed Croatian living in Germany. We discuss 5 albums we would take to our desert island, ai in music and the future of metal, Sony decided to go digital only, and much more! This was a blast, so stick around!

  • #208
    July 13 · 1 hr 45 min

    Latest Album and Movie Pickups With Eli!!

    Metal ghouls and girls! Eli and I share some of the latest movie and music pickups of the last couple of months or so. We also discuss the rising cost of vinyl, the Twin Temple controversy, and of course Sony's decision to discontinue physical media. Here is the link to the interview by Bardo Methodology in which they discuss grave desecration with a band (which was also discussed). https://www.bardomethodology.com/articles/2021/02/24/ordo-templi-aeternae-lucis-interview/

  • #207
    July 5 · 22 min

    6 Metal Albums Every Metalhead Should Have in Their Collection

    On this hit it and quit episode (AKA short episode), I talk about 6 albums by 6 different bands, spanning 6 genres that every beginning (OR veteran) metalhead should own in their vinyl collection. Also, if you dig old school thrash metal done right, check out Deceptor's new single "Whammer", link attached!! https://youtu.be/Pxvgae9FHFc?si=DD52RmQ3v1e37EsI

  • #206
    June 27 · 1 hr 32 min

    Albums That Turn 30

    Metal nerds! Ruben joins me as we discuss albums that turn 30 years old! This episode definitely makes you go down memory lane, so stick around with a drink and enjoy! Cheers!

  • #204
    May 9 · 44 min

    5 Songs That Make Me Happy

    Metalheads today I am talking about some songs in rock and metal that make me happy! From 80's rock to death metal, these tunes have something different to offer, but the end result is happiness! I also discuss the high prices in collecting vinyl and cds and how resellers suck!!

  • #203
    May 4 · 38 min

    King's X, A Somber Funeral, Henge..and Dungeon Synth??

    Metalheads! I have another episode of this, that, and the other. Starting with King's X grungy and grimy debut "Out of a Silent Planet" and moving to something released just 2 months ago; A Somber Funeral's emotional platter "Since You Left These Shores". As for the other... we get into cosmic weirdness with Henge's brand of psychedelic, edm, surfer rock music with "ExoKosm". I have also left the link to Pete Pardo of Sea of Tranquility who is in need of some help battling brain cancer. https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-peter-pardos-fight-against-brain-cancer

  • #202
    April 28 · 1 hr 46 min

    Recent Album Pickups!

    Eli and I discuss and share some of the most recent music pickups of the last few months. From cds to vinyl, from death/black metal to folk music, we share it all.

  • #201
    February 21 · 28 min

    Evergrey, Majesties, and The Stoned Age

    Metal freaks! In today's "triple dipper" I recommend Evergrey's 2001 "In Search of Truth" and Majesties 2023 album "Vast Reaches Unclaimed". I also talk about the 1994 movie "The Stoned Age" that follows two rockers on their adventure to party and score with babes.

  • #200
    January 31 · 29 min

    This, That, and the Other #1

    TTatO explores 1 classic album that is establish or a hidden gem, 1 modern album post 2020, and 1 movie or video game that I think you might enjoy. Today I will talk about The Elysian Field's "We...the Enlightened" 1999, Countless Skies 2020 masterpiece "Glow", and the creepily funny oddball film "Ravenous" 1999. Buy the ticket, take the ride!

  • #199
    Dec 29, 2025 · 1 hr 37 min

    Our Favorite Albums of 2025

    Finally! Erick and return to share our favorite albums of 2025 and one non-metal album that is sure to ruffle some feathers! What are some of your favorite albums of 2025? Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/that_metal_podcast_/?hl=en Songs in chronological order: 1. Cea Serin- Where None Shall Follow 2. Moron Police- Alfredo and the Afterlife 3. Kardashev- Reunion 4. Allegaeon- Dark Matter Dynamics

  • #198
    Nov 23, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min

    We're Back: 5 Records We Won't Sell

    We're back baby! Erik and I discuss 5 records that we won't sell as well as some album recommendations. If you want to skip the chitchat, skip to the 26:43 min mark. OR check out the video version of this podcast on Youtube! Link below: https://youtu.be/xa7bfXB9_BY

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