On this episode Brian is joined by Jesse Switchblade from South African old school metal giants Deadline. Formed in Pretoria, South Africa in 2014, Deadline played their first show at a friend’s house party on 7 March 2015 and have not looked back since. 2 albums and an EP later,…

On this episode Brian is joined by Kevin from Speedfreak. Chicago Metal quartet Speedfreak is an institution in the city’s hard rock and metal scene. With a sound that ranges from combative thrash riffs to boozy and bluesy sludge grooves, Speedfreak promises to be the cause of your next hangover.…

On this episode Johni Holiday stops by again to share details on Ruff Majik's new album "Electric Ram" releasing on April 28th and the European Tour they are embarking on in August and October. ‘Elektrik Ram’, the latest album from South Africa’s megalithic Ruff Majik, is the kind of audio…

On this episode Brian is joined by Jackson Colt. Jackson Colt is the essence of 80’s Rock reimagined. Catchy chorus hooks, melodic riffs and shredding solos echo through from the Golden Era of the Guitar. Raised on "Old School Rock”, Jackson combines a retro-retake with a modern fresh sound that…

D O N released two albums worldwide called Trial & Error and 2nd GEAR. D O N is currently working on a new album with a planned release in early 2024. D O N’s current single is “2nd Gear”. Find DON here: https://d-o-n.hearnow.com/?fbclid=IwAR0SE8iLc09XufzdDDAkFlbBOl15qT9s2rs66lPpK84KG0MSVmPHUaduPbY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nQmwAcOwos Find CTMU here: https://linktr.ee/Concertsthatmadeus Newsletter: https://concertsthatmadeus.aweb.page/p/f065707b-2e34-4268-8e73-94f12bd2e938…

On this episode Brian is joined by Jason Horseman from Gage. Gage hails from the historic and dusty diamond mining town of Kimberley, South Africa. Founded by frontman, drummer, singer and songwriter, Jason Horseman in 2007, the band has performed at several local and international festivals to growing numbers of…

On this episode Brian is joined by Daniel Morales of Aurora Dream Aurora Dream is a Miami, Florida-based musical project that was founded by Daniel Morales in 2016, during his final months at university. The project was launched with the release of "Parallel Colors (Demo)," a single that was originally…

On this episode Brian is joined by David Culbert from Bleed The Sky. Formed in 2003, Orange County based metal band Bleed The Sky are back with a new single as well as a new frontman. Following two well received albums released on Nuclear Blast Records, Paradigm in Entropy (2005)…

On this episode Brian is joined by Ashley, Estian and Kyle from Lower Hollow. Carving a new path through the remnants of broken ideals. The world stood still and watched as we all shifted priorities, some losing everything while others faced indefinite change. An uncertain future; the end of an…

On this episode Brian is joined by Alex Raser from Alborn. Formed in 2016, Northern Illinois based alternative metal band Alborn consists of Justin Taylor [guitar/lead vocals], Alex Raser [Drums/vocals], Zame Lewis [bass] and Nate Guske [guitar/vocals]. Their sound has been compared to Deftones or a heavier version of Alice…

On this episode Brian is joined by Steven Nathan and Ken Yang from Don't Believe In Ghosts. Don’t Believe in Ghosts are an alternative indie pop band formed and based in New York City. Led by singer, songwriter, and producer Steven Nathan, the group features Dan DelVecchio on guitar, Alex…

On this episode Brian is joined by very good friend of the show Mathew Thomas of Super Cool Radio. Super Cool Radio delivers fun and exciting interviews with great artists in the music industry along with a few special guests. Super Cool Radio is a podcast based out of South…

On this episode Brian is joined by Rex and Zak from Uncured. Uncured is an active rock 4-piece from New Jersey, USA, founded by brothers Rex Cox (vocals and guitar) and Zak Cox (lead guitar), and joined by bassist Micah Smith and drummer Zachary King. ​Uncured began touring in 2017…

On this episode Brian is joined by Nick and Tommy from Dust Biters. Dust Biters is an emerging, emotive post-hardcore band from Chicago, IL, with a torpedo of groovy riffs and aggressive swing - a sound indicative of their mosaic of influences like Refused, Glassjaw, and Against Me! - that…

On this episode Brian is joined by Nico and Justin from Canadian metal/metalcore band Fayne. Fayne is a progressive, metal/metalcore act based out of Montreal, Canada. This unstoppable quartet delivers heavy-driven drums, crushing guitar riffs and basslines, crowned with powerful clean and screaming vocals. Fayne’s progressive metalcore experience causes physical…

On this episode Brian is joined by JD Simo. Nashville-based guitarist, singer and songwriter JD Simo released his new album, ‘Songs From The House Of Grease’, on 13th January. Recorded with his trio which includes drummer Adam Abrashoff and bassist Todd Bolden. Containing five songs with a total running time…

On this episode Brian is joined by Vincent, Matt and Steven from reaLation. reaLation is an alternative metal band who dedicates itself to seeking the truth. The songs the band writes focus on real world problems, issues and concerns. reaLation tries to shed light on subject areas that were either…

On this episode Brian is joined by Pieter Hendriks, the man behind Soothsayer Orchestra. Soothsayer Orchestra releases new album "The Last Black Flower" on 4th February 2023 via Lay Bare Recordings. Pieter Hendriks is a musical solitudinarian who has enough gumption to leave the commonplace behind and only take with…

On this episode Brian is joined by long time musician and performer Jammie Bosstel. Jammie is the frontman of both Praise The Fallen and Bosstel. Starting his musical journey in the early 1990's, his most widely known accomplishment was the Jagermeister Band Signal from 2003 to 2009. Jammie has opened…

On this episode Brian is joined by Michael and Daniel from Bird Problems. Bird Problems is a Progressive Metal band with modern Jazz influences from Montréal, Canada started by brothers Michael (Vocals) & Daniel "Djank" Smilovitch (Drums) in 2013. With Joseph Anidjar on guitar and Matt McCormack on Bass, Bird…

On this episode Brian is joined by Brendan Ferriera, frontman of Wicked Love. Based in Charleston South Carolina, Wicked Love are a new band with old school flavour. Their music is a captivating blend of pop, metal and rock n roll. In the past they have opened for Seether, Hell…

On this episode Brian is joined by Tommy Miller from Void King. Void King are a Stoner Rock/Doom Metal band from Indianapolis. Formed 8 years ago, they have gone on to tour extensively in the US and Europe building a strong following. With cult influences their live shows are truly…

On the 100th episode of Concerts That Made Us Brian is joined by Jason Oosthuizen from Oooth. 9th of December seen the release of Catastrophe, the new album from South African hard rockers Oooth, led by renowned drummer, guitarist, and vocalist Jason Oosthuizen. The album was recorded and produced by…

On this episode Brian is joined by Andy Ross. American patriot, country-rocker, and CEO – all titles held by Andy Ross. The epitome of the American Dream, Andy Ross has built an empire on his electric personality and abilities as a singer/songwriter, entertainer, entrepreneur, bow hunter, car enthusiast and TV…