Bleeding Metal Podcast (Kiki and Pia)
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| 20 Dec 2022 | 2022 Recap | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.15 | 00:46:04 | |
Another year comes to a close and we're reminiscing about it. Kiki and Pia discuss their favorite albums of the year, what bands they have discovered, and what video games they have been playing. We also take a look at what's coming up in 2023 with excitement and hope. Listen in and tell us your favorites of this eventful year. Recorded on December 6th, 2022. 03:40 Bleeding Metal Podcast Recap Shownotes: Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 25 Mar 2025 | Music recap 2025 so far | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.12 | 00:29:24 | |
We share our favourite music of the year so far! Since we still are on different places of the globe, we didn't manage to meet for this episode. Still we wanted to recommend some music to you! Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 14 Mar 2023 | IN FLAMES' "Foregone" | Bleeding Metal Podcast BONUS | 00:32:02 | |
The new IN FLAMES album "Foregone" has both of us, Pia and Kiki, hyped and impressed. In this episode, we discuss the history of the band, the role of the pandemic on "Foregone", and the lyrics on the album and how they relate to current topics in the world. Recorded on February 22nd, 2023. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 11 Mar 2025 | Disabilities and Metal with MALLAVORA | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.10 | 00:34:11 | |
“Not participating is not a solution” says MALLAVORA about how the UK-based, alt-metal band is not allowing disabilities to hold them back. Kiki talks to lead vocalist Jessica Douek and guitarist Larry Sobieraj about their journeys coming to terms with long-term illness and adapting their musical careers to accommodate their needs. From their experiences both as fans and musicians, MALLAVORA advocate for creating accessible spaces for people with disabilities at concerts as well as making the industry more considerate and preserving the health of musicians. Recorded on February 8th, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power _pia with the support of co-hosts @martha _wingen and @suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Suzana. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our linktree. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 06 Nov 2018 | M&H 35 - Halloween & Party Metal | 00:58:19 | |
Pia, Kiki, and Steffi got together on the night before Halloween to record a brand new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast live on Facebook. We talk about Party Metal and spooky Metal for a party like this special occasion.
Armed with our Halloween makeup, we take on the task of discussing our joint playlist - which you can find below - and what we'd like to hear at our dream, spooky party.
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| 22 Feb 2022 | Gaming with OddNina | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.5 | 01:41:17 | |
On a new episode of Bleeding Metal, Kiki and Pia talk to German gamer, Twitch streamer and tea expert OddNina. We talked about representation in Gaming, how some video games can bring up important topics to the table, and we of course compared the Metal and the Gaming communities. Recorded on February 10th, 2022. 00:11:42 Gaming Shownotes:
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| 15 Jan 2019 | M&H 39 - Gender Equality | 00:52:58 | |
Feminism is a topic we have discussed several times in different contexts, but for this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Pia wanted to take a look at the aspects of sexism that discriminate against men.
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| 04 Mar 2025 | Tackling difficult topics with BURN DOWN EDEN | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.9 | 00:29:54 | |
Breaking from traditional album releases, BURN DOWN EDEN split their work into two strategic EPs before combining them into a full album "Dismal Epiphany" - a move inspired by hip-hop's successful single-release model. The episode dives deep into the band's creative process, from their controversial music videos to their unique blend of serious messaging and humor. Guitarists and songwriters William and Tom candidly discuss navigating today's oversaturated music market, where constant promotion is key to survival for emerging bands. Beyond marketing strategy, the conversation explores the album's powerful themes about humanity and society, featuring tracks like "Suckbox", "Bloodspaired Symphony" and "Burn Down Eden." The band's authentic approach to storytelling, even when dealing with dark themes, showcases their commitment to artistic integrity. Recorded on February 3th. Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power _pia with the support of co-hosts @martha _wingen and @suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Suzana. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our linktree. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 19 Dec 2023 | Nightwish song history with Simon | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.2 | 00:55:06 | |
We’re trying something new! This episode was edited by Kiki with the help of Artificial Intelligence - gasp! Help us out by reaching out in case you think the sound is worse in comparison to our usual audio quality - thank you! On this new episode, Kiki and Pia talk to Simon McMurdo, the author of Nightwish on Track - a book that discusses every single song that the legendary Finnish Symphonic Metal band ever released or even performed. Simon tells us the story of this immense undertaking as well as some interesting facts and even a few hot takes. Recorded on September 12th, 2023. 01:13 About Simon McMurdo and his book Nightwish on Track Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 18 Jun 2024 | Festival Work w/ Tuska | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.8 | 00:27:59 | |
Our festival summer starts soon with Tuska Festival in Helsinki, where Kiki will be hosting the Tuska Forum by Bleeding Metal for the second consecutive year, featuring interviews with artists and industry experts. Join Pia and Kiki in this dynamic conversation diving deep into the world of the Tuska Festival with CEO Eeka Mäkynen. Celebrating his 10th year of Tuska, Eeka shares insights about navigating festival planning during the pandemic, booking challenges, and the festival's commitment to safety, mental health, and the Metal community - including how newcomer bands can perform on the festival through the Tuska Kult program. 02:34 Challenges and Triumphs During the Pandemic 05:29 Weather and Safety Concerns at Tuska 07:58 Handling Last-Minute Cancellations 09:44 Booking and Lineup Planning 14:14 Diversity and Inclusion at Tuska 16:15 Exciting Announcements for Tuska Forum 20:06 Additional Activities at Tuska Festival Recorded on June 6th, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of new co-hosts @suzanavalenca and @martha_horizis. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and find us on the internet.Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 18 Feb 2020 | Metal & High Heels Podcast Leaves’ Eyes (Anchor Special) | 00:34:59 | |
Listen to Kiki and Pia talk about the band LEAVES' EYES on this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast. This Anchor Special features some of the songs we talk about, several of our LEAVES’ EYES-favorites.
You'll learn fun facts about the band and, of course, our personal stories and opinions.
For more episodes of our podcast, check out www.metal-and-highheels.com/podcast or your favourite podcast app.
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| 10 Apr 2018 | M&H 22 - Metal and Vacation | 00:32:34 | |
After visiting Ecuador for three weeks, Kiki returns with fun memories to talk about. Pia tells us about her plans to go to Tokio and both of them talk about their festival plans for the summer.
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| 04 Jul 2017 | M&H 4 - The Wacken Foundation | 00:27:28 | |
On the fourth episode, the women behind the online magazine Metal & High Heels talk with and about the Wacken Foundation. The Foundation named after the world's biggest Metal Festival, Wacken Open Air, supports newcomers and established bands whenever they need financing and/or knowledge in order to keep Metal alive.
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| 21 Dec 2021 | 2021 Recap | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.3 | 01:08:45 | |
Kiki and Pia connect through the timezones to chat about what music they've been listening to this year. We discuss our favourite albums, favourite songs, music videos but also the video games we have played throughout the second year of the pandemic - yes, someone had to say it. Recorded on October 14th, 2021. 00:00:00 Greetings and personal news Shownotes:
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| 31 May 2022 | Inclusivity in Music (Education) with sarcastic_fingers | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.8 | 01:01:50 | |
Sebastian aka. sarcastic_fingers (he/him) is a singer, musician, music teacher, and Twitch streamer, who joined Kiki to talk about the lack of inclusivity in music throughout history. We talk about our experiences with (higher) musical education and teaching, and how it could be better. We also discuss the historical development of the piano and how a lot of humans can have trouble with its size. For the record, Kiki's handspan is less than 19cm - listen to the episode to find out how that's relevant. Recorded on May 17th, 2022. 01:00 - Sebastian's introduction and how we met Shownotes:
Bleeding Metal was created, hosted, and produced by @power_pia & @kikigege87. | |||
| 08 Dec 2020 | LITTLE KRUTA's "Justice" with Kristine | Metal & High Heels Podcast 80 | 00:55:21 | |
It's never too late to promote the impressive work of incredible women like Kristine Kruta. The cellist is also the musical director of LITTLE KRUTA, the women's orchestra that released the METALLICA-cover album "Justice" in 2019.
In this episode, Kristine tells us all about her musical upbringing, how Chesky Records contacted her to make "Justice" happen, and how is lifting other women up everywhere she goes.
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| 26 Nov 2024 | Current events and Accountability in the Metal Industry | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.24 | 00:41:44 | |
In this episode of the Bleeding Metal podcast, hosts Kiki, Martha, and Suzana discuss the recent collapse of a famous Metalcore band due to the controversial past and behavior of its lead singer. They explore the broader implications of giving second chances to individuals with criminal histories, especially in public and influential roles. The conversation extends to cancel culture, the separation of art from the artist, and how these issues reflect societal values, particularly concerning women's safety. The episode also touches upon recent alarming news about women's rights from Russia and Japan, underscoring a global struggle for gender equality. 02:11 Discussion on As I Lay Dying 06:31 Pia's Perspective on Second Chances 08:21 Personal Reflections 12:21 The Debate on Cancel Culture and Separating Art from Artist 34:23 Global Issues and Women's Rights Recorded on November 21st, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of co-hosts @martha_wingen and @suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our linktree. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 12 Mar 2019 | Sustainable Lifestyle | Metal & High Heels Podcast 43 | 00:57:13 | |
If you know us, have listened to our podcast and/or read our articles before, you'll probably know that the three of us are big fans of the planet and love to try sustainable alternatives to everyday products.
Listen in and learn about the sustainable aspects of each of our lifestyles, such as bike-riding, slow fashion, and natural cosmetics.
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| 09 Jan 2018 | M&H 16 - What we're looking forward to in 2018 | 00:28:26 | |
Pia, Kiki and Steffi discuss their highlights of 2017 and what they're looking forward to in the new year. Prepare for more talk about how great CELLAR DARLING is and how Pia hasn't listened to them yet. Oh, and, of course, Kiki is still obsessed with TRIVIUM.
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| 27 Jun 2023 | Festival Special & news | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.22 | 00:58:10 | |
In an extraordinary episode, Kiki and Pia recount their experiences at different music festivals, especially in the ten years of working together on Metal & High Heels turned the Bleeding Metal Podcast. But before we go down memory lane, we must address two pieces of news from the Metal scene that are important to us. We also have a special announcement. We are bringing to life the TUSKA FORUM by BLEEDING METAL! With the overarching theme of Young Voices & The Future of Metal, the forum will feature an interactive panel about Artificial Intelligence in Metal as well as interview guests like Alissa White-Gluz, TURMION KÄTILÖT, Marko Hietala, and Samy Elbanna. The select audience of TUSKA FORUM by BLEEDING METAL will surely be entertained and informed, as an addition to the fantastic Tuska Festival 2023 line-up - one of the youngest in the history of Finland’s biggest Metal festival. And you, our dear listeners, will get to listen to the interviews later on, right here on the feed of the Bleeding Metal Podcast. 01:53 Our statement about the allegations of sexual abuse against the singer of that German industrial Metal band Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 09 Aug 2019 | Metaldays festival | Metal & High Heels 53 | 01:21:34 | |
Metaldays is a really special festival - the surrounding is unbelievably beautiful, you can do lots of sports and other activities and festival site and campground are really, really clean. Steffi and Pia had a great time, even though it was hot and they didn't see a lot of bands. But there is so much more you can do in Slovenia!
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| 08 May 2018 | M&H 24 - Lyrics in Metal | 00:30:16 | |
We talk about the different topics Metal bands talk about in their lyrics - next time someone gives you that "why do you even like metal?!"-look, tell them about all the philosophy and social critique that's in Metal lyrics.
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| 14 Feb 2023 | XANDRIA's "The Wonders Still Awaiting" | Bleeding Metal Podcast BONUS | 00:26:40 | |
After around five years of complete silence, the German Symphonic Metal band XANDRIA returns with a new line-up and a new album. In this short bonus episode, Pia and Kiki discuss their opinions and interpretations of the full-length release that the band has optimistically titled "The Wonders Still Awaiting". Recorded on January 27th, 2023. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 31 Jan 2023 | Reading with Gina Lucia | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.16 | 00:58:10 | |
Gina Lucia runs a Youtube channel with the related #bookstagram and discord community around books and reading. However, unlike most resources about reading, she doesn't strictly encourage doing it more and more. Instead, her videos are analytical about the psychology of reading and can even be critical of a society that puts people who read more books on a pedestal. Gina gives advice about reading but most importantly about taking the pressure off this activity. Another important focus to her is that reading is inclusive and accessible to everyone. We loved talking to her about her journey to becoming a YouTuber as well as inquiring about her taste in music and games. Recorded on January 19th, 2023. 01:02 Gina's introduction Shownotes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 05 Feb 2020 | A talk with 8-string Guitarist Nicole | Metal & High Heels Podcast 63 | 00:40:47 | |
California-based guitarist Nicole Papastavrou reached out to us to present her new band KALLIAS. In her conversation with Kiki, we get to know her better and talk about her music, playing with Nita Strauss in her band WE START WARS and even her rock and ice climbing hobby.
KALLIAS' first single titled 'The Fourth Phase' features Rick Graham and is now available on all digital outlets, you can also watch it below. Listen in for Kiki's lovely chat with "8-string Nicole" (which is how you can find her on YouTube).
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| 12 Jan 2021 | 2020 in review | Metal & High Heels Podcast 82 | 00:56:29 | |
The three of us talk about our highlights from 2020, whether we attended concerts, and what we are looking forward to in the new year - more details in the show notes!
The more we talk, the more we consider changing the name of our magazine - and adding the core to the metal. Because our taste in music has changed over the years. What do you think? ;)
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| 23 May 2017 | M&H 1 - Mental Health with Kassy | 00:36:48 | |
We decided it was a good start for our podcast to bring up the topic of Mental Health in our discussion. We also talked to MERCY ISLE-frontwoman Kassandra Novell about her own mental health and why people should talk about the subject openly.
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| 30 Aug 2022 | Identity (part I) with TRASH BOAT's Tobias Duncan | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.11 | 01:13:15 | |
When Kiki saw TRASH BOAT on stage at High 5ive Summer Fest in Stockholm, singer Tobias Duncan introduced one of their songs by saying that he doesn't identify with any gender and sexuality label. So we invited him to join the podcast and explore more deeply what it means to identify as a specific gender, the use of labels, and why we specify our pronouns or don't. We will be releasing a sequel to this episode, discussing other aspects and intersections of our identities, which include music, subcultures, and beliefs. Recorded on August 16th, 2022. 01:00 - TRASH BOAT singer Tobias Duncan's introduction Shownotes:
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| 13 Oct 2020 | AYREON's "Transitus" | Metal & High Heels Podcast 76 | 00:37:25 | |
AYREON's new album “Transitus” is 82 minutes long and tells a long and important story, so it makes sense to have a popular storyteller: actor Tom Baker - who was the 4th Dr. Who! The 10th album of Arjen Lucassen's project was released by the end of September and features a lot of famous musicians and singers.
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| 11 Oct 2019 | Cover songs | Metal & High Heels Podcast 57 | 00:41:21 | |
Pia and Steffi talk about different types of cover songs by metal bands and also discuss people who release playthroughs on YouTube. Frog leap studios and
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| 14 Apr 2020 | News & Releases #QuarantineEdition | Metal & High Heels Podcast Minisode 3 | 00:38:07 | |
On the third minisode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Kiki brings you news and updates from the Heavy Metal world around the corona-virus pandemic. Steffi talks about MYRKUR's new album "Folksage", while Pia reviews THE BIRTHDAY MASSACRE's "Diamonds" and AUGUST BURNS RED's "Guardians".
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| 24 Sep 2019 | Tim Tronckoe's PORTRAITS | Metal & High Heels Podcast 56 | 00:55:06 | |
It had been a long time since our last interview with Tim Tronckoe, and with his photography book "PORTRAITS" being released and exhibited in the coming weeks (September 28th through October 12th, 2019 in Gent, Belgium), there was no better time than the present to reach out and catch up with him.
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| 04 Jul 2018 | M&H 28 - Tuska 2018 Recap | 01:04:41 | |
Pia and Kiki tell the story of their trip to Helsinki for Tuska Open Air Festival 2018 on this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast. We had a lovely time doing some sightseeing on city bikes, attendig the panel discussion at Tuska, doing our usual interviews, and rocking out at the after-parties.
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| 22 May 2018 | M&H 25 - Nightwish | 01:22:00 | |
25 (!) episodes of the Metal & High Heels Podcast in a year! So for the anniversary episode, Steffi, Pia, and Kiki streamed the recording live on our Facebook Page and talked about NIGHTWISH, a band all of us love - and apparently, know a lot about.
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| 20 Aug 2024 | Childfree or Feminist Motherhood? | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.13 | 00:39:48 | |
Kiki and Pia delve into the intricate topic of motherhood through a feminist lens, particularly within the metal community. This episode offers a rich discussion on societal expectations, personal choices, and the evolving definitions of family and parenting. Kiki, who identifies as childfree by choice, and Pia, a mother of two, provide contrasting yet complementary perspectives that shed light on the complexities of motherhood. Both Kiki and Pia discuss how societal norms often dictate that women should aspire to become mothers. Kiki recalls being frequently asked about her future plans for children, while Pia shares her own experiences of being questioned about her desire to have children. They agree on the necessity of challenging these societal narratives and recognizing that happiness and fulfillment can exist outside of motherhood. Chapter marks Choosing Motherhood vs. Childfree Life (00:01:14) Personal Growth and Changing Perspectives (00:05:21) Romanticization of Parenthood (00:18:51) Phobia of Pregnancy (00:24:44) Identity Beyond Motherhood (00:27:41) Respecting Choices in Motherhood (00:36:17) Show notes We Awake Podcast Episode with Marnie Recorded on August 7th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Bonus episode edited by Pia. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and find us on the internet. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 28 Aug 2018 | M&H 31 - Women in Metal DJ Booths (2.0) | 00:40:23 | |
On this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, your hosts Kiki and Steffi are back with a special episode about Metal DJanes. After years of interviewing singers and frontwomen, we decided to start paying more attention to the Women in Metal, who are working behind the scenes.
On this podcast episode, we had DJane Dani from Aachen and as a written interview guest we had Metal DJane Kris Walker from the famous Blackout! party in Dortmund - check out the full written interview with DJane Kris, as well.
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| 10 Feb 2021 | The future of Music Journalism | Metal & High Heels Podcast 84 | 01:23:41 | |
Kiki, Pia, and Steffi put their heads together to figure out if what they are doing with Metal & High Heels is still necessary in today's world. This episode is not an existential crisis - or is it? - but it certainly gave us a new appreciation for what we do and refreshed our motivation to keep doing it.
Listen in as we go through the different categories of Music Journalism, our perspectives as consumers and producers in this industry, and tell stories about what we've been doing since even before we started Metal & High Heels in 2013.
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| 30 Jul 2024 | TUSKA FORÜM by Bleeding Metal 2024 and Festival Recap Pt. I | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.10 | 00:54:29 | |
Tuska Festival and the TUSKA FORÜM by Bleeding Metal were a blast! In this first episode of two, Kiki, Martha, and Suzana retell our experiences during the first two days of the festival in Helsinki. We delve into our memories of the interviews and panels conducted during the festival, covering topics from media interactions with bands to the blend of music and gaming, touring life and family commitments, as well as a 'Modern Metal' discussion. The episode also includes a segment by guest interviewer Cristina from the Metal Pizza Talk Show, who conducted an engaging Finnish-language session with the band STAM1NA. We also get to express our gratitude towards those who supported the event's success. Episode recorded on July 18th, 2024. 00:55 Tuska Festival Recap 06:11 Tuska Day 1: Highlights and Challenges 13:28 Infected Rain Interview and Insights 19:34 Reflections on Festival Performances 26:38 Tuska Day 2: Ankor's Energetic Performance 29:50 Gaming and Music Collaboration 34:56 Touring Life Insights 41:51 Modern Metal and New Bands 47:56 Stamina Interview Highlights 53:28 Conclusion and Cliffhanger Notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of new co-hosts @suzanavalenca and @martha_horizis. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and find us on the internet. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 25 Feb 2025 | Reviewing Jinjer's "Duél" | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.8 | 00:13:10 | |
Step into the intense world of JINJER's latest album "Duél", where progressive metal meets social consciousness. Fronted by the phenomenal Tatiana Shmayluk, the band delivers a masterclass in vocal versatility, seamlessly blending harsh growls with soaring clean vocals. Standout tracks like "Someone's Daughter" and "Green Serpent" showcase not just technical prowess, but also tackle pressing issues of women's rights and social justice. The album's dark, brutal undertones serve as a powerful reflection of the ongoing conflict in the band's homeland of Ukraine. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 12 Nov 2024 | The Future of Nightwish: Hiatus or Farewell? with Simon McMurdo | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.22 | 00:44:42 | |
In this episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, Pia, Suzana, and our guest Simon McMurdo delve into the recent announcement by symphonic metal giants Nightwish about their touring hiatus. With the band’s latest album, Yesterwynde, marking the conclusion of a thematic trilogy, the three speculate on whether this pause might signal the end of Nightwish’s journey or simply a significant transitional phase. They explore the challenges faced by vocalist Floor Jansen during this album cycle, empathizing with her apparent longing to perform live and discussing how her expanding solo career may be influencing fans’ anxieties about the band’s future direction. They share contrasting views on Yesterwynde, with Pia praising it as Floor’s most compelling work with Nightwish, while Simon feels it lacks the innovation of the band’s earlier releases. They agree on the album’s cohesive quality, noting its lyrical themes of human achievement, timelessness, and reflections on loss. The discussion also touches on the possibility of former members returning, the band’s evolving lineup, and the potential for a grand celebration in 2026 to mark Nightwish’s 30th anniversary. Throughout, the conversation reflects the bittersweet emotions surrounding the band’s current hiatus and the uncertainties that lie ahead for Nightwish and their fanbase. Recorded on October 17th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 14 Nov 2017 | M&H 12 - Long talk with AVATARIUM | 00:36:00 | |
When Pia and Steffi came back from this year's Tuska, they were super excited about the cool conversation they had with Swedish band AVATARIUM - which resulted in a twenty-minute-long interview. It was indeed an interesting conversation with different topics from politics and feminism to Spotify and of course AVATARIUM's latest album "Hurricanes And Halos".
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| 18 Jan 2022 | Doing Gender in Heavy Metal with Dr. Anna S. Rogers | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.4 | 01:26:53 | |
Will we ever grow tired of talking about Feminism and how it relates to the Metal scene? The answer is nope! On a new episode of Bleeding Metal, Kiki and Pia are joined by Dr. Anna S. Rogers, sociologist and lecturer at the University of Georgia, who just released a book about Heavy Metal Feminism. Listen in to learn about concepts like "defensive othering", the male gaze in Metal, and tokenism. Recorded on January 13th, 2022. 00:05:25 Doing Gender In Heavy Metal Shownotes:
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| 16 Jan 2024 | 2023 Recap | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.2.5 | 00:46:33 | |
We’re still trying something new! This episode was edited by Kiki again with the help of Artificial Intelligence. If you think the sound is worse in comparison to our usual audio quality, let us know - thank you! As every year, Kiki and Pia begin the new cycle by summarizing their heavy musical highlights of the last twelve months as well as other experiences they enjoyed. Join us to hear which albums we liked and which games we were obsessed with. We also have one or two predictions! Recorded on December 12th, 2023. 02:52 Kiki and Pia’s favorite albums of 2023 25:28 Prediction time! 26:42 The concerts we attended in 2023 38:57 Games we played in 2023 42:21 What we’re looking forward to in 2024 Show notes:
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| 23 Apr 2024 | Violence & Metal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.6 | 00:36:54 | |
On another time capsule of an episode recorded in 2023, Kiki and Pia come together to discuss violence in the Metal scene as well as in heavy music. Inspired by the incident at a WE CAME AS ROMANS-show, we show our appreciation for kind security guards working the Metal industry. We also learn about Pia's rebellious nature and her love of gore. Recorded on November 14th, 2023. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of new co-hosts @suzanavalenca and @martha_horizis. | |||
| 29 Sep 2020 | ELECTRIC CALLBOY - and more | Metal & High Heels Minisode 5 | 00:53:10 | |
On a new minisode, Kiki, Pia, and Steffi bring you their perspectives on the following releases: ELECTRIC CALLBOY - "MMXX" GHOSTKID EIVØR - "Segl" FIT FOR A KING - "The Path" EPICA - "The Quantum Enigma - B-sides" LONG DISTANCE CALLING - "How Do We Want To Live?" OCEANS OF SLUMBER - "Oceans of Slumber" IN HEARTS WAKE - "Kaliyuga" LUX GRAVES - "Sex & Superstition" LEECHCRAFT - "Thoughts of the plague" Jingle by MERCY ISLE. www.metal-and-highheels.com Metal, Lifestyle & Entertainment | |||
| 19 May 2021 | Video game Of Bird & Cage with Arnold Nesis | Metal & High Heels Podcast 90 | 01:21:11 | |
Many games have included metal music in their soundtrack and their concept. Of Bird & Cage started the other way around. Composer Arnold Nesis tells Kiki and Pia about how he and his metal band wrote an album and decided to turn it into a story-driven video game.
After discussing the game and the music, we discuss important subjects from the overlap between music and gaming, like financing, licensing, and why the music industry as it is now can't tap into the wealth of gamers around the world.
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| 28 Apr 2020 | DREAMS IN FRAGMENTS | Metal & High Heels Podcast 67 | 00:36:58 | |
Steffi and Pia interviewed DREAMS IN FRAGMENTS, a melodic metal band from Switzerland, about their new album "Reflections Of A Nightmare", live shows, band members, and lyrics.
The conversation took place in early March before Switzerland and Germany enforced measures due to the coronavirus crisis - maybe this was our last relaxed conversation for months? Anyway, if you like NIGHTWISH in the Tarja era, check out this newcomer band! Seraina and Christian also told us a very interesting story about one of their gigs.
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| 29 Aug 2023 | Making an AI-generated single @ TUSKA FORUM by BLEEDING METAL | 01:08:09 | |
The opening event of the TUSKA FORUM by BLEEDING METAL, which was hosted by Kiki at this year's Tuska Festival in Helsinki, was this interactive workshop about Artificial Intelligence and music. The goal of the session was to implement the technology live and let generative AI create a song with all the necessary elements: music, lyrics, and cover art. We sat down with Osmo and Nico from GALVANIZER and Saku and Sampo from SLASH THE SMILE - with the support of Savvier Nelson in charge of the software - and discussed how AI is already affecting the music industry and how it can develop into a useful tool or a threat to creative professionals. In this episode, you can listen to the live recorded panel and Pia and Kiki's thoughts on this topic that is being talked about everywhere this year. 05:10 Live recording of the panel 43:54 Kiki & Pia’s commentary Show notes:
TUSKA FORUM by BLEEDING METAL interview recorded by Perttu Lähdesmäki on June 30th at Tuska Festival and edited by Savvier Nelson - commentary recorded on August 21st, 2023, and edited by Pia and Kiki. Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 15 Apr 2025 | Blogging about Metal with Metal Mance | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.15 | 00:31:50 | |
Discover how an 11-year-old's fascination with nu-metal evolved into a passionate 9-year journey of metal music blogging. Maria, known as "Metal Mance," shares her remarkable transformation from a casual listener to a respected voice in the metal community through her authentic and emotionally-charged reviews. From discovering underground bands through compilation CDs to navigating the modern streaming era, Maria's story reflects the evolution of metal music consumption. Her unique approach of only reviewing music that genuinely moves her has earned her a dedicated following who value her sincere perspective. The episode explores the challenges of maintaining authenticity in content creation, the importance of physical media in music appreciation, and the changing landscape of social media engagement. Recorded on February 8th, 2025. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 13 Feb 2018 | M&H 18 - Special Guest Marcela Bovio | 00:32:47 | |
Pia and Kiki welcome Marcela Bovio to a new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast. We love talking to the Netherlands-based Mexican singer, so we were super happy to have a whole half hour to talk to her about her upcoming tour with MAYAN, her second solo album, and her Spotify-playlists. Listening to our conversation might also teach you a thing or two about marketing yourself or your music online, with Marcela's social media presence as a great example.
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| 10 Sep 2024 | Provocative Symbols and Conscious Consumerism in Heavy Metal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.14 | 00:34:08 | |
Pia and Kiki discuss the historical use of provocative symbols in heavy metal, such as the upside-down cross and pentagram, as a means for bands to rebel against the mainstream. They acknowledge that while this tactic was effective in the past, it has become less shocking in today's desensitized society, where even tragic events like school shootings elicit less shock. The hosts also touch on the rise of right-wing extremism and the use of symbols to express those views, noting that art should aim to support the underprivileged rather than kick those below. 00:00:00 - The Evolving Role of Symbols in Heavy Metal 00:08:59 - Amplifying Marginalized Voices Through Conscious Consumerism 00:12:52 - Reclaiming Pagan Symbolism from Discrimination 00:16:44 - Misuse of Symbols and Holidays 00:18:24 - Balancing Artistic Expression and Social Impact 00:20:35 - Consent and Representation in Music Imagery 00:28:02 - The Impact of Symbols on Survivors of Sexual Abuse 00:31:44 - Reflecting on Festival Experiences and Sensitive Symbolism Recorded on September 5th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 12 May 2020 | Coronavirus and the heavy music business | Metal & High Heels Podcast 68 | 01:47:10 | |
We are late to the party, but here is our episode about coronavirus. We talked to several artists around the globe (for real! we have Austria, Israel, Japan, UK, USA, ...) how the virus has affected their country, their everyday life and, of course, their band.
Enjoy listening to all the different stories, hear our opinion of the so-called normal, and learn how musicians around the globe are dealing with the current situation. They also told us how we, as fans, can support them and other bands.
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| 26 Mar 2024 | Emotional Metal w/ Niko and Joel from BLIND CHANNEL | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.5 | 00:30:58 | |
How open and vulnerable do artists have to be nowadays? How do musicians like the members of BLIND CHANNEL take care of their Mental Health? Joel and Niko, the vocalists of the self-proclaimed "Backstreet Boys of Metal", join Kiki and Suzana on an interesting talk about the origin story of BLIND CHANNEL with their "Violent Pop" branding, making music as their form of therapy, and how they're making their dreams of becoming the biggest Finnish Metal band in the world come true. Recorded on February 2nd, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of new co-hosts @suzanavalenca and @martha_horizis. | |||
| 28 May 2019 | Our Milestone Albums + SABATON Interview | Metal & High Heels Podcast 48 | 00:57:54 | |
After talking about how we discovered Metal on the last episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, the three of us got together again to talk about the albums that shaped our taste in music or changed our lives somehow.
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| 20 Nov 2018 | M&H 36 - Epica | 01:33:53 | |
After our special episodes about NIGHTWISH and LEAVES EYES, this time we talk about EPICA! Proud EPICA-fans Kiki and Steffi discuss the Dutch band's history and share memories and stories related to the band on our third Band Special of the Metal & High Heels Podcast.
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| 23 Mar 2021 | Charlie Rolfe from AS EVERYTHING UNFOLDS | Metal & High Heels Podcast 87 | 00:58:00 | |
AS EVERYTHING UNFOLDS impressed us with the singles they released until now. Pia already listened to the album "Within Each Lies The Other" - which will be out on March 26th, 2021 - and asked a lot of questions!
Kiki asked about the musical background, feminism in metal, and marketing strategies.
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| 09 Jul 2019 | Moran Magal | Metal & High Heels Podcast 51 | 00:39:01 | |
Moran Magal released an album with metal covers a while ago. Now she is about to release another full-length album which she crowdfunded. Steffi and Pia talked to her about her upcoming release "Under your bed", piano metal, Israel, (not) eating bacon and - surprise - women's rights.
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| 12 May 2017 | M&H 0 - Introducing the Metal & High Heels Podcast | 00:27:20 | |
On the pilot episode, the women behind the online magazine Metal & High Heels present their brand new podcast. Tune in and listen what it’s about.
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| 05 Nov 2024 | Recent gigs: WITHIN TEMPTATION, BEARTOOTH, RELOAD, EUROBLAST & POLARIS interview | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.21 | 00:42:27 | |
In this episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, hosts Martha and Kiki discuss their recent concert experiences and favorite bands. We cover highlights from the Reload Festival, Euroblast, as well as the concerts of WITHIN TEMPTATION and BEARTOOTH. The episode also features an interview with Jamie and Dan from POLARIS, who talk about their tour experiences, songwriting process, and even their personal feminist values. 00:57 Summer Festival Memories Recorded on October 11th (interview) and 23rd, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of co-hosts @martha_wingen and @suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our linktree. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 14 Jan 2025 | New Latin American Metal | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.2 | 00:46:34 | |
Dive into a fascinating exploration of Latin America's thriving metal landscape as podcast hosts Suzana and Kiki bridge countries to bring you insider perspectives from Brazil and Ecuador. Discover how Brazilian band Miasthenia masterfully weaves traditional sounds with black metal, creating a unique sonic tapestry in their album "Spiritus Rupestris." The episode reveals how Brazil's passionate fanbase and social media engagement are becoming secret weapons for international bands looking to boost their streaming numbers, while Ecuador's growing scene attracts major acts like Napalm Death and In Flames. The hosts also candidly discuss the challenges of touring Latin America, from vast distances between venues to infrastructure limitations, painting a realistic picture of the region's evolving metal landscape. Ready to explore the unexpected ways traditional Latin American rhythms are transforming modern metal? Listen to this episode for an eye-opening journey through South America's dynamic metal scene. Shownotes Papangu - Progressive hard rock Miasthenia- Brazilian pagan black metal Recorded on January 9th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 19 Sep 2017 | M&H 9 - Festivals | 00:28:00 | |
On a new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, we welcome back Steffi and talk about open air festivals, the XANDRIA-drama and this year's Female Metal Event.
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| 17 Mar 2020 | CRIMSON SUN's "Fates" | Metal & High Heels Podcast 65 | 00:38:16 | |
Keeping up our intention to interview more up and coming bands, Kiki and Steffi talked to Finnish Melodic Metal band CRIMSON SUN for a new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast.
Guitarist Joni and singer Sini told us about how the media has described their music, how they have evolved since their debut album and what they learned from touring with AMBERIAN DAWN and DIABULUS IN MUSICA.
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| 17 Jul 2018 | M&H 29 - A chat with SEASON OF GHOSTS | 00:58:13 | |
On a new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Pia and Kiki talk to Sophia Aslanides and Zombie Sam from Electro-Metal band SEASON OF GHOSTS. We had a long and relaxed conversation about their upcoming second album "A Leap Of Faith", coming out in September 2018.
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| 28 Nov 2017 | M&H 13 - Metal Documentaries | 00:22:34 | |
We find it very interesting to learn about how the music we listen to develops, not only by the musician but also by society in general. On this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Pia and Kiki talk about some interviews we've had with Metal researchers and with producers of Metal documentaries, such as "Soaring Highs And Brutal Lows: A Documentary About Women In Metal" by Mark Harwood and everything produced by Sam Dunn and Banger Films.
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| 04 Jun 2024 | Is the metal scene united? | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.7.5 | 00:30:40 | |
We love to think that the international metalheads all over the world would stick together in a united community - but is that reality? Martha, Pia, and Suzana come together to discuss the topic in an episode that becomes a love letter to the scene. Recorded on April 3rd, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_horizis. Bonus episode edited by Pia. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and find us on the internet. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 18 Jul 2017 | M&H 5 - Metal History with Greg Davies | 00:23:00 | |
We talk Metal History on this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast and have an interesting chat with The Heavy Metal Historian, podcast producer Greg Davies.
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| 10 Oct 2017 | M&H 10 - Supporters of Women in Metal | 00:25:11 | |
On this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Pia, Kiki, and Steffi and talk about Female Metal Event 2017 and the people that attended and have been attending the festival over the last few years.
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| 26 Oct 2021 | Intersectional Feminism with Martha (HORIZIS) | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.1 | 00:55:36 | |
What is intersectionality and how does it relate to white feminism? And what are our experiences as intersectional feminists in the Metal scene? Kiki and Pia welcome HORIZIS-singer Martha to the podcast to talk about their experiences and views around the topic of feminism and the intersections each of them fall into, including being metalheads. Recorded on October 5th, 2021. 00:06:52 Different forms of feminism Shownotes:
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| 28 Feb 2023 | Reinventing oneself with XANDRIA's Ambre and Marco | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.17 | 00:48:08 | |
German Symphonic Metal band XANDRIA starts a new era with their album "The Wonders Still Awaiting" giving us an opportunity to talk to them and reflect on moments when we have reinvented ourselves, including this podcast. XANDRIA-founder Marco Heubaum and the band's new vocalist Ambre Vourvahis join Kiki and Pia to catch up on what was happening with the band during their break, how the new lineup came together, and the future of the band holds. There were technical difficulties with this episode and we were not able to keep our usual audio quality - we apologize for that and thank you for your patience. Listen in for some emotional insight into "The Wonders Still Awaiting" and how we deal with change. Recorded on January 30th, 2023. 01:30 XANDRIA's break and come-back with "The Wonders Still Awaiting" Show notes:
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| 15 Sep 2020 | SCARDUST's "Strangers" with Noa and Yoav | Metal & High Heels Podcast 75 | 00:49:33 | |
The Israeli progressive Metal band SCARDUST is releasing a new album called "Strangers" on October 30th, 2020 - the perfect occasion to talk to them again.
Singer Noa and drummer Yoav tell us about the concept behind the album, the cover art, the people involved, and the difficulties of recording it in the middle of the global pandemic.
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| 30 Jan 2024 | Better Metal streaming w/ Alex from Rokk | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.3 | 00:55:16 | |
We’re switching streaming platforms! We will soon be listening to music on the ROKK app. Will you join the streaming platform revolution? On this episode, Kiki is joined by Alex Landenburg, better known as the drummer of KAMELOT and now the creator of the ROKK app. We had a long but lovely conversation, starting with Alex's career as a musician and how the pandemic inspired the idea for the platform. Now that the app's release is near, we discussed how it will benefit Rock and Metal musicians and how the community can directly support up and coming bands. Recorded on January 15th, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 20 Dec 2018 | M&H 38 - ANN MY GUARD | 00:52:27 | |
Pia had an interview with bassist and frontwoman Anna from Hungarian band ANN MY GUARD. She also reviews their album "Moira", which was released in October 2018.
It's the first solo episode we ever did! So she took the chance to spread news about bands like CHILDREN OF BODOM, IN FLAMES and a band she just discovered: CURRENTS.
For this is the last episode of 2018: Merry Christmas to all of you and a happy new year!
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| 27 Feb 2024 | Diversity in Metal w/ Sera (Fem-R) | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.4 | 00:39:36 | |
The Metal community is the most welcoming of all musical subcultures - or are we? We have been posing this question for some years now. On this episode, Kiki and Pia are joined by Sera, who works with a feminist and anti-racist organization in Finland and is part of the Heavy music community. Together, we evaluate where we really are at in matters of diversity and inclusion and discuss how we can support people from marginalized communities feel safer in our shared spaces. Recorded on October 23rd, 2023. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of new co-hosts @suzanavalenca and @martha_horizis. | |||
| 21 Jul 2020 | Music on Twitch with Sunfyre | Metal & High Heels Podcast 73 | 01:11:24 | |
In a new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, we bring you along with us to the world of Twitch. The streaming platform has grown massively in the past years and is now becoming an important source of income for musicians all over the world.
Meet Sunfyre, the awesome US-based, Costa Rican drummer who tells us about her life, how she became a digital Woman in Metal, and all about how the streaming platform works. She also tells us a story of going from being a star-struck fan to becoming friends with modern Metal icons.
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| 19 Nov 2024 | Talking about movies pt. 1 | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.23 | 00:31:41 | |
For this epidsode, Pia and Suzana discuss two metal related movies: Metalhead and Metal Lords. The movies are very different, but they both touch us, even if it's in very different ways. Discover how these films challenge stereotypes about metal music while celebrating its capacity to build community, process trauma, and empower those who feel like outsiders. Whether it's through raw grief or awkward adolescence, both stories remind us that sometimes the loudest music can heal the deepest wounds. 02:11 Metalhead 14:52 Metal Lords song recommended: Malmhaus - Svarthamar Recorded on November 14th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 05 Dec 2023 | Autumn releases 2023 | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.1.5 | 00:25:20 | |
On a new short episode of Bleeding Metal, Kiki and Pia discuss some new music that just came out later this year. We also celebrate the revival of Nu Metal! Recorded on September 19th, 2023. Show notes:
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| 24 Oct 2017 | M&H 11 - Special Guest Tom „TDW“ de Wit | 00:30:57 | |
Well, on episode number eleven of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Pia and Kiki welcome special guest Tom "TDW" de Wit, for some random fun and also to talk about his work as a visual artist, his band TDW & DREAMWALKERS INC., and his cat Bert.
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| 06 Aug 2024 | TUSKA FORÜM by Bleeding Metal 2024 & Festival Recap Pt. II | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.11 | 00:36:44 | |
Join us for part two of the recap of our our unforgettable experiences at Tuska Festival in Helsinki! Again, we delve into the behind-the-scenes of making the TUSKA FORÜM by Bleeding Metal, including interviews with Jennifer Haben from BEYOND THE BLACK and the members of BURY TOMORROW. We also hope you enjoy our weird tangents, hot takes, and rants. Listen to part one of this festival recap and join the conversation in the comments of our Instagram. 00:52 Finnish Metal Bands and Performances Episode recorded on July 18th, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of new co-hosts @martha_horizis and @suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and find us on the internet. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 07 Aug 2018 | M&H 30 - Music & Law with Siegfried Samer | 01:03:21 | |
On this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Kiki and Steffi welcome VISIONS OF ATLANTIS- and DRAGONY-singer Siegfried Samer, who also works as a lawyer at AKM - Autoren, Komponisten und Musikverleger, the Austrian copyright collection society. Siegfried shares his vast knowledge of copyright and other laws related to music and clears up many misconceptions, as well as explains how licensing works if you want to record a cover of your favorite song, for example.
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| 11 Feb 2025 | Talking about movies pt. 2 - Heavy trip and heavier trip | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.6 | 00:27:40 | |
Ever wondered what happens when you combine a meat-grinding machine, a Finnish metal band, and a prison break? The wildly entertaining films Heavy Trip and Heavier Trip follow an underdog metal band's hilarious journey from small-town obscurity to potential stardom. In the first film, made with a modest budget of 3 million euros, our protagonists discover their unique sound through a meat-grinder and embark on an epic quest to crash a Norwegian music festival. The sequel raises the stakes as the band escapes prison (with unintended help from a "Prison Advisor" , no less!) to perform at the prestigious Wacken festival, crossing paths with Japanese sensation BABYMETAL along the way. These films brilliantly satirize the music industry while celebrating the unbreakable spirit of friendship and artistic integrity. From tongue-twisting genre descriptions to quirky Norwegian prison buffets, both movies blend absurd humor with genuine heart. Want to experience a metal comedy that perfectly balances headbanging and belly laughs? Tune in to discover why these Finnish gems are striking all the right chords in the world of music-themed cinema. Recorded on January 9th. Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power _pia with the support of co-hosts @martha _wingen and @suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Suzana. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our linktree. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 12 Feb 2019 | M&H 41 - CELLAR DARLING's "The Spell" | 00:30:45 | |
Our 41st episode is hosted by Kiki only but do not despair, Pia and Steffi will be back soon. As a special guest, CELLAR DARLING's singer, multi-instrumentalist and now also audiobook-narrator, Anna Murphy, joins the podcast to talk about the Swiss band's upcoming album "The Spell".
CELLAR DARLING's second full-length release is a concept album, illustrated by Costin Chioreanu with an accompanying audiobook read by Anna herself. On this episode, she tells us about the challenges of this undertaking, the development of the story of a girl falling in love with death and how that related to her mental health. We also talked about her singing, some music business topics and even about politics.
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| 28 Nov 2023 | Artist Burnout with Lindsay Schoolcraft | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.1 | 01:00:43 | |
Lindsay Schoolcraft is back on the podcast! Ten years after our first talk, Lindsay joins Kiki and Pia to talk about how important it is for artists to take breaks and for fans to support this. With so many of our favorite Metal acts touring non-stop after the pandemic and some of them getting backlash from fans after canceling gigs due to illness - it seems we really need to talk about this. Listen to the episode to hear about Lindsay's experience after burnout, her new "corporate job" and how we will hear more from her and her music soon. Episode recorded on July 27th, 2023. 00:06:58 Catching up with Lindsay about her career 00:09:49 Artist burnout 00:41:39 Lindsay's new job and projects Show notes:
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| 19 Jun 2018 | M&H 27 - Male Vocals in Metal | 00:46:57 | |
Episode number 20 of the Metal & High Heels Podcast dealt with the subject of female voices in Metal, so this episode is its counterpart. Pia, Steffi, and Kiki talk about different vocal styles in Metal done by male singers and how varied they are. And while each of us listens to different kinds of Metal, we can all agree that the more variety of vocal styles in general, the better.
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| 01 Apr 2025 | Reflections on leaving a band with Ulli Perhonen | Bleeding Metal Podcast 4.13 | 00:29:24 | |
Discover the emotional journey of Ulli Perhonen, former vocalist of Snow White Blood, as she shares her courageous decision to leave the band after a decade of dedication. In this raw and honest conversation, Ulli opens up about following her gut instinct when artistic visions diverged, leading to an amicable but challenging separation. The episode explores: - The importance of transparent communication during band transitions - Evolution of musical tastes and creative directions - Transitioning from performer to behind-the-scenes composer Whether you're a musician facing similar crossroads or someone contemplating a major life change, this episode offers valuable insights into personal growth and the courage to embrace new beginnings. Ready to dive deep into a story about following your intuition and finding a new path? Listen to this powerful episode that proves sometimes the bravest decision is knowing when to let go. Recorded on January 9th, 2025. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Pia. | |||
| 05 Nov 2019 | Stream Of Passion | Metal & High Heels Podcast 59 | 01:05:26 | |
It's a new band special on the Metal & High Heels Podcast! This time, Pia and Kiki talk about the Dutch-Mexican band STREAM OF PASSION. As we do in all of our band specials, we talk through STREAM OF PASSION's history, discuss their discography and, in sad cases like this, their disbanding.
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| 24 Sep 2024 | Women In Games with Charly Harbord | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.16 | 00:45:23 | |
Kiki interviews Charlie, a woman with over 20 years in the gaming industry, about the overlap between gaming and heavy metal communities and the underrepresentation of women in these spaces. Charlie shares her background transitioning from music journalism to roles in gaming localization, art, academia, and business development. Her passion for music fueled her diverse career path. They discuss the importance of women supporting each other rather than competing, and Charlie's experiences as a young, "cheeky" music journalist trying to access bands she loved. Charlie's research now focuses on using games to preserve cultural heritage, languages, and traditions in an engaging way. They emphasize the importance of preserving endangered languages and cultures. 00:07:13 - Preserving Cultural Heritage Through Game Design 00:12:04 - Losing Indigenous Languages: A Personal Perspective 00:25:55 - Overcoming Toxicity in Gaming Communities 00:30:13 - Overcoming Sexism in Gaming Through Empathy and Inclusivity 00:38:34 - The Diversity and Agility of the Indie Game Space 00:44:33 - Breaking Down Barriers in the Game Industry Recorded on September 19th, 2024. Bleeding Metal was created and is produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia and is now co-hosted by @suzanavalenca and @martha_wingen. Episode edited by Kiki & Pia. | |||
| 24 Apr 2018 | M&H 23 - Merel Bechtold | 00:27:01 | |
Kiki had a fun interview with Dutch guitarist Merel Bechtold, just before DELAIN left for their North American tour. Merel tells us about her musical upbringing, the Indiegogo campaign that helped release her band's album and the things she teaches her students besides guitar (see quote).
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| 14 May 2019 | Discovering Metal | Metal & High Heels Podcast 47 | 00:56:32 | |
There are only a few people who never listened to anything else but metal. In this episode, the three of us tell the stories of how we discovered Metal and how it became our favourite music genre. Especially this time, you should listen to our very diverse Spotify playlist with all the songs that made our way into Metal.
By doing so, we accidentally ran through the technical development of how we listen to music.
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| 11 Apr 2023 | AS EVERYTHING UNFOLDS' "Ultraviolet" | Bleeding Metal Podcast BONUS | 00:22:05 | |
"Ultraviolet", the new album from AS EVERYTHING UNFOLDS resembles a photograph - the capture of a moment in time. The young British band work with the concept of photography in this album, which they describe as "an open work on the thoughts and feelings surrounding us at the time. The anger, the frustration, the progress - everything is on show and nothing is hidden". As fitting as this description is, we liked the lyrical depth that their previous album had. Pia and Kiki discuss in this bonus episode, what we liked and disliked about "Ultraviolet" and why you should give it a listen, too. AS EVERYTHING UNFOLDS' second album "Ultraviolet" comes out April 21st, 2023. Recorded on April 9th, 2023. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 25 Jul 2023 | Alissa White-Gluz: Art meets Activism @ TUSKA FORUM by BLEEDING METAL | 00:50:06 | |
During this year's Tuska Festival in Helsinki, Kiki hosted a forum and had captivating conversations with some of the performing artists. On this episode of the podcast, we present to you the recording of Kiki's interview with animal rights activist and ARCH ENEMY-vocalist Alissa White-Gluz. Pia and Kiki then comment on the conversation and how each and every one of us can be an activist by being conscious of our choices and behaviors. 01:58 Live recording of the interview with Alissa White-Gluz Show notes:
TUSKA FORUM by BLEEDING METAL interview recorded by Perttu Lähdesmäki on June 30th, 2023 at Tuska Festival and edited by Savvier Nelson - commentary recorded on July 18th, 2023. Episode edited by Kiki. Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia. | |||
| 03 Mar 2020 | News & Releases | Metal & High Heels Podcast Minisode 2 | 00:37:06 | |
The three co-hosts are back together to talk about the musicians we've interviewed lately, the releases of our favorite bands and other news. Especially the latest videos of NIGHTWISH, AMARANTHE, and DELAIN are subject to our critique.
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| 21 Jan 2020 | Death & Grief | Metal & High Heels Podcast 62 | 01:03:02 | |
This episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast is particularly personal and emotional. Be warned not to listen in this time, if the topic of death is a trigger for you.
Kiki, Pia, and Steffi talk about the loss of loved pets and relatives, but none of us has suffered the loss of a person close to us, and so we don't want to trivialize these more difficult losses. Nevertheless, we talk about how we learned about the concept of death and dying, how we deal and cope with it, and about what songs have moved us in moments of sadness.
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| 26 Jan 2021 | GENUS ORDINIS DEI's "Glare Of Deliverance” | Metal & High Heels Podcast 83 | 00:52:26 | |
In a new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Pia and Steffi welcome GENUS ORDINIS DEI-bassist Steven F. Olda to talk about the Symphonic Death Metal band's latest album.
"Glare Of Deliverance" was released worldwide on December 4, 2020, via Eclipse Records and produced by Tommaso Monticelli. It is a series of ten individual songs, each with its own music video. These "episodes" combine in sequence like a short film or television series that tells the story of a young woman named Eleanor, who is persecuted by the Holy Inquisition.
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| 27 Feb 2018 | M&H 19 - Soft Rock Bands in the Metal Scene | 00:25:57 | |
While Pia travels, Steffi and Kiki discuss several bands that have made their way into record labels and media that are better known for covering heavier Metal bands.
Have they just jumped on the wagon of Women In Metal to promote this softer bands? Or is Blues Rock a legitimate Metal sub-genre? Listen to us talk about the subject and join the conversation through our social media channels.
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| 17 Dec 2024 | USA political commentary with VK Lynne | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.26 | 00:51:08 | |
In this episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, co-host Kiki welcomes US-American singer-songwriter V.K. Lynne as a returning guest. The discussion delves into the intersections of art and politics, V.K.'s career developments, and the challenges faced by women and marginalized communities in the upcoming US-administration. Through the lens of her experiences and reflections, V.K. passionately argues for the importance of free expression and activism. The conversation wraps up with actionable advice for staying vigilant and fighting for change in a tumultuous socio-political landscape. 01:09 Reconnecting with V. K. Lynne Recorded on December 5th, 2024. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power _pia with the support of co-hosts @martha _wingen and @suzanavalenca . Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our linktree. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 03 Sep 2024 | Tour Stories with YOURS TRULY | Bleeding Metal Podcast 3.13.5+ | 00:15:00 | |
In a brand new short episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, Kiki meets Mikaila and Teddy from the Australian band, YOURS TRULY before their concert in Hamburg. They tell us about their experiences on tour, their new album "Toxic", and the importance of inclusivity within alternative music communities.
02:35 Concert Experience in Hamburg Interview recorded on August 31st, 2024 in Hamburg. Show notes:
Bleeding Metal was created and is hosted and produced by @kikigege87 and @power_pia with the support of new co-hosts @martha_horizis and @suzanavalenca. Episode edited by Kiki. Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our linktree. Intro music by Savvier Nelson with vocals from PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric. | |||
| 23 Nov 2019 | Work-life balance & music | Metal & High Heels Podcast 60 | 00:47:50 | |
Light chat, heavy topic - Steffi and Pia talk about work-life balance, how to stay mentally healthy, what is important in life and when it is just necessary to listen to music.
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| 05 Dec 2017 | M&H 14 - Greetings from Dublin | 00:28:49 | |
On this episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Pia and Kiki travel to Dublin and visit Nadja, a collaborator and long-time friend of the magazine. We sat together to drink some cider and chat about our two days together in Ireland's capital. Sláinte!
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| 10 Sep 2019 | Extinction Rebellion | Metal & High Heels Podcast 55 | 00:44:14 | |
On a new episode of the Metal & High Heels Podcast, Steffi tells us all about Extinction Rebellion - a political movement socio-political movement protesting against the current destruction of our planet's ecosystems. Although it's a fairly young movement, XR - as it is commonly known - has already spread across Europe and the globe.
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| 23 Nov 2021 | Mental Load | Bleeding Metal Podcast 2.2 | 00:50:55 | |
What is "mental load"? And how does it affect the romantic, creative, and other types of partnerships? And how can we share it so that the tasks are in fact shared equally? Kiki and Pia discuss their experiences with unequal mental loads and how we can all try to be better. Recorded on October 21st, 2021. 00:00:00 Definition of "mental load" and thank you! Shownotes:
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