The Kevin Powell Podcast
Hosted by Kevin Powell, a seasoned voice in the metal and alternative scene, this podcast brings you closer to the bands shaping the future of music. From rising stars to legendary acts, Kevin's interviews introduce listeners to new sounds, stories, and their next favorite band. Perfect for fans eager to discover fresh music and connect with the artists behind it!
Episodes
🔥 Dive into the latest episode of the Kevin Powell Podcast featuring Silent Theory!
Join Kevin as he chats with Dakota, George, and Bob about their experience playing the Incarceration Festival 2025, the evolving festival layouts, their current tour, and the challenges and joys of life on the road.
🤘 Plus, get exclusive advice from the band for up-and-coming artists grinding it out in the music world. Whether you’re a fan of rock,...
Join Kevin as he chats with Dakota, George, and Bob about their experience playing the Incarceration Festival 2025, the evolving festival layouts, their current tour, and the challenges and joys of life on the road.
🤘 Plus, get exclusive advice from the band for up-and-coming artists grinding it out in the music world. Whether you’re a fan of rock,...
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🔥 The Union Underground is BACK — and louder than ever. In this episode, we sit down with original members Patrick Kennison and Josh Memelo to talk about their explosive return to the stage, new music in the works, and what it feels like to bring the chaos back 25 years after …An Education in Rebellion took over the airwaves.
We cover everything from: • Why the time was finally right to return • What fans can expect from the new er...
We cover everything from: • Why the time was finally right to return • What fans can expect from the new er...
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August 4, 2025 • 11 mins
Strap in for a fun interview with Jyl and Jules of The Pretty Wild! We explore topics like TikTok, touring with In This Moment and a new album on the way. These two were some of the nicest people I met at INKCARCERATION Festival all weekend. Do yourself a favor and check out The Pretty Wild!
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August 1, 2025 • 8 mins
On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I chat with vocalist Alex Terrible and guitar player Jack Simmons of Slaughter to Prevail! We discuss how their newest album 'Grizzly' feels more like a "collection of songs" than a regular album, admiration for the band's fans and more.
P.S: Tyler and I are still waiting for our shirts lol
P.S: Tyler and I are still waiting for our shirts lol
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July 31, 2025 • 10 mins
🎤 Backstage with Carbonstone at Incarceration Fest!
From new music with Spineshank to trash-talking ProTools, to heartfelt messages for their fans — this episode is raw, real, and fun! 🔥
📀 New album, new tour, same Carbonstone. #Carbonstone #InkarcerationFest #RockInterview #Metalcore #BandTalks #MusicFestivalVibes #Spineshank #UnionUnderground #ProToolsSucks #ReaperGang #NewMusicAlert
From new music with Spineshank to trash-talking ProTools, to heartfelt messages for their fans — this episode is raw, real, and fun! 🔥
📀 New album, new tour, same Carbonstone. #Carbonstone #InkarcerationFest #RockInterview #Metalcore #BandTalks #MusicFestivalVibes #Spineshank #UnionUnderground #ProToolsSucks #ReaperGang #NewMusicAlert
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July 28, 2025 • 9 mins
On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I speak with several former Mushroomhead members about their new band (216) at INKCARCERATION FESTIVAL. It looks like we're in for a treat as they have their own distinct sound, but fans of Mushroomhead will still enjoy!
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July 27, 2025 • 9 mins
On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I speak with vocalist Ryan McCombs and guitarist C.J. Pierce about their new music, Ryan returning to the band and staying motivated after all these years. Interview recorded live on location at Inkcarceration Festival 2025.
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July 26, 2025 • 6 mins
On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I had just a few moments and ran into I Prevail vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe on location at Inkcarceration Fest!
We talked about one of our favorite bands NAILS, returning to perform at Inkcarceration and their new album 'Violent Nature'
This was a super fun imprompto interview and honestly one of my favorites!
We talked about one of our favorite bands NAILS, returning to perform at Inkcarceration and their new album 'Violent Nature'
This was a super fun imprompto interview and honestly one of my favorites!
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In this episode of the Kevin Powell Podcast, we catch up with Alpha Wolf backstage at Inkcarceration Festival to talk about everything from disgusting guitar tones to career sacrifices that paid off.
Guitarists Sabian and Scotty break down the origin of The Noise—their custom distortion pedal made with Talon Electric that was specifically designed to sound “as f*cked up as possible.”
We also dive into working with Ice-T, their long f...
Guitarists Sabian and Scotty break down the origin of The Noise—their custom distortion pedal made with Talon Electric that was specifically designed to sound “as f*cked up as possible.”
We also dive into working with Ice-T, their long f...
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July 24, 2025 • 11 mins
🎭 Dark Divine joins The Kevin Powell Podcast backstage at Inkarceration Festival to talk touring chaos, new music, and everything in between.
Lead vocalist Anthony Martinez opens up about how a rainy set turned into one of their most unforgettable shows, what it’s like performing alongside childhood heroes, and why hydration is a serious part of the ride.
We dig into the making of their new EP, the meaning behind “Burn the Witch” ...
Lead vocalist Anthony Martinez opens up about how a rainy set turned into one of their most unforgettable shows, what it’s like performing alongside childhood heroes, and why hydration is a serious part of the ride.
We dig into the making of their new EP, the meaning behind “Burn the Witch” ...
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July 23, 2025 • 10 mins
🎤 Alyxx joins The Kevin Powell Podcast from Inkarceration Festival to talk about her powerful journey as an independent artist—from recording in her basement to dreaming of headlining Madison Square Garden. In this episode, she opens up about navigating the music scene as a solo act, writing with raw emotion, and staying 100% authentic in everything she does. We dive into the meaning behind her music, her must-have tour essentials...
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On this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I’m joined by Jeremy DePoyster of The Devil Wears Prada, one of the most influential bands in the metalcore scene. We caught up backstage at Inkcarceration Festival 2025 to talk about their brand new single “Forlorn”, what fans can expect from their upcoming ninth LP, and how touring life is evolving — especially when you’re engaged to another rock vocalist (shoutout to Emma from Dying W...
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July 21, 2025 • 8 mins
Kicking off Inkcarceration Festival weekend for The Kevin Powell Podcast, I’m joined by progressive metalcore newcomers Archon Theory, fresh off their debut performance at Inkcarceration Festival 2025. We get into how the band originally formed through a Berklee College of Music group chat, what it felt like stepping onto one of the biggest stages of their career, and the behind-the-scenes of their newest single “Garrote”
We also ch...
We also ch...
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In this episode, I'm in the studio with Waylon Reavis of A Killer’s Confession to dive deep into his vocal warmup rituals, the creative journey behind the Victim album trilogy, and what life on the road really looks like. From storytelling in their theatrical metal sound to balancing aggressive and clean vocals, Waylon shares it all — including the behind-the-scenes hustle and how he keeps his voice in top shape after long tours.
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Grodius Maximus of GWAR joins Kevin Powell for an absolutely unfiltered, chaotic, and hilarious interview during a stop on the Machines vs. Monsters Tour. We talk about:
- How Grodius became part of GWAR (involving fish tacos and…freezers)
- Absorbing the powers of Girl Scouts
- Peeing on children (satirically, of course – it’s GWAR)
- His custom Radical Instruments guitar
- New music on the way & the story of Gore Gore, their dinosaur
- Wil...
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David Benites wears two heavy-duty hats—he’s both the frontman of Renesans and the founder of Extreme Vocal Institute. Whether he’s on stage delivering punishing vocals or coaching the next generation of screamers, David’s passion for extreme music is undeniable. In this episode, we dive into the sound and spirit behind Born From the End, how massive guest features came together, and what it was like playing with bands like Escape ...
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April 28, 2025 • 21 mins
I’m super excited to have Thin The Herd on The Kevin Powell Podcast for the first time! These guys are bringing a seriously tight sound with their new single, “Drained,” and trust me, this track is pure fire. From the first note, you can hear just how polished their music is, and their music videos are next-level too — we’re talking full-on pro vibes all around. In this episode, we dig into how “Drained” came together, the creative...
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March 24, 2025 • 32 mins
In this episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, I sit down with SOFTSPOKEN, a band whose passion and authenticity are quickly making waves in the alternative rock scene. We dive into the stories behind their new EP, as the band shares what inspired their latest tracks and how their sound has evolved over time. They open up about the challenges and triumphs they’ve faced in the studio, and how their unique creative process has shaped t...
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February 24, 2025 • 32 mins
Get ready for your new favorite band: SHEORU from Philadelphia/Boston/Virginia
Learn more about the band's beginning's, the story of their newest release and more!
How many attempts did it take me to say SHEORU correctly?
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Learn more about the band's beginning's, the story of their newest release and more!
How many attempts did it take me to say SHEORU correctly?
Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews!
🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform:
► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4
► Spotify: https://sptfy.com/4U03
► Apple Podca...
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January 31, 2025 • 20 mins
In a recent episode of The Kevin Powell Podcast, metal band 6DEEP opened up about their latest EP, Dead in Five, the emotional weight behind it, and their upcoming tour. The conversation was raw, insightful, and full of energy—just like their music.
Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews!
🎧 Listen to The Kevin Powell Podcast on your favorite streaming platform:
► iHeartRadio: https://tinyurl.com/wajjkjn4
► Spotify: https:...
Subscribe for more exclusive content and interviews!
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