The Heavy with Andrew and Don

The Heavy with Andrew and Don

Join Calgary radio host Don Sutherland and his headbanging brother Andrew as they tackle a new rock or metal history topic every two weeks, helping you discover great songs you’ll never hear on the radio. The Heavy: metal for all.

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April 2, 2023 • 55 mins

For the Season 3 finale Andrew takes a closer look at a genre he overlooked at first. But will it be a little too hardcore for Don?

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Compelled to Copulate” by Despised Icon

“Laid to Rest” by All Shall Perish

“In Dying Days” by As Blood Runs Black

“Knee Deep”...

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Don takes over researching duties and throws Andrew a bit of a curveball for the second to last episode of Season 3.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Good Times Are So Hard to Find” by Blue Cheer

“Mongoose” by Fu Manchu

“Power Trip” by Monster Magnet

“Vidage” by 1000mods

“The Druid&r...

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Episode Summary: 

A list of 70’s metal vocalists that doesn’t include Ozzy?  Bring on the hate mail.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Lost in Hollywood” by Rainbow (Graham Bonnet)

“Mirrors” by Angel (Frank Dimino)*

“Back in the Saddle” by Aerosmith (Steven Tyler)

“Bloodsuc...

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Andrew and Don retrace Sepultura’s rapid ascent and investigate why lead singer Max Cavalera suddenly left the band in 1996. Get a taste of Cavalera-era Sepultura with a sampling of 10 songs across 6 albums.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Bestial Devastation” by Sepultura

“War” by Sepultura

“From t...

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After a reasonably “metal” group of nominees in 2022, the Grammys appear to have completely lost the thread again.  Andrew and Don break it all down and share their picks and predictions for 2023.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Call Me Little Sunshine” by Ghost

“We’ll Be Back” by Megadet...

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Andrew and Don investigate why Thin Lizzy is still viewed as a one or two hit wonder when almost all of their albums are so damn good. 

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“The Rocker” by Thin Lizzy

“Sha La La” by Thin Lizzy

“Suicide” by Thin Lizzy

“Emerald” by Thin Lizzy

“Don&rsquo...

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We’ve talked about Ministry. Now let’s dig a little deeper into the genre that Al Jourgensen helped create. This is the last episode of 2022 but The Heavy will be back in just a few short weeks for the second half of Season 3.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Hot On Heels of Love” by Throbbing Gristle

“Yash...

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Eight albums to satisfy the angsty teenager in all of us.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Bonus Playlist: 1996 Metal

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3KBjgGAyM0raJDk8PZ6yQ4?si=8d1c5138cb7a4bdd

Workout Playlist:

“Ænima” by Tool

“13 Steps to Nowhere” by Pantera

“Roots Bloody Roots” by Sepultura

“Number 1” by...

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The Heavy gets you primed for The Original Misfits tour by revisiting the Glenn Danzig era and the founding of the horror punk subgenre.  

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“She - Original 7” Version” by Misfits

“Last Caress” by Misfits

“We Are 138” by Misfits

“Attitude” by M...

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Andrew recounts the truly messed up origin story of the Norwegian Black Metal scene, then dives into one of The Heavy’s most interesting Workout Playlists to date.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Necrolust” by Mayhem

“From the Dark Past” by Mayhem

“War” by Burzum

“Paragon Belial” by...

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Andrew and Don look at 5 bands who replaced iconic singers, to varying degrees of success

Season 3 Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Never Say Die” by Black Sabbath

“Die Young” by Black Sabbath

“House of Pain” by Van Halen

“Good Enough” by Van Halen

“Room for One More” by Anthrax

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And we’re back!  To kickstart the season, Andrew and Don dig up a little dirt on Vince, Tommy and the gang, but mostly just enjoy some feelgood tunes.

Season 3 Spotify Playlist (Part 1):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TtKX3RH4v9dFlOAW2vAqM?si=175f38f09ab144a0 

Workout Playlist:

“Live Wire” by Mötley Crüe

“Take Me to the Top” by Mötley Crüe

“Bastard” by Mötley Crüe

“Red ...

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Andrew goes old school for the final episode of Season 2, looking back at the debut albums for each of the big 4 thrash metal bands (Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer).  Thanks to everyone who has come down the road with us this far.

Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 

Workout Playlist:

“Metal Thrashing Mad” by Anthrax

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After freeloading for 2 seasons, Don finally brings a topic of his own.  Let’s see if he can tell Andrew something he doesn’t already know about Eddie Vedder and the formation of Pearl Jam.

Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 

Workout Playlist:

“Hunger Strike” by Temple of the Dog

“Say Hello 2 Heaven” by Templ...

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Let's take a closer look at Type O Negative’s discography and their enigmatic frontman, Peter Steele.  Just don’t take a closer look at any of their album art.

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Andrew and Don discuss this year’s nominees for Best Metal Performance, their personal favourites and who they think will actually win.  Also, a few great songs that were snubbed and deserve your attention.

Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 

Workout Playlist:

“Genesis” by Deftones

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What better way to present the highly visual art of shock rock than with an audio podcast?

Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 

Workout Playlist:

“Fields of Regret” by Alice Cooper

“Return of the Spiders” by Alice Cooper

“Caught in a Dream” by Alice Cooper

“I’m Eighteen” by Alice Cooper

“Und...

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February 22, 2022 • 56 mins

The Heavy’s first top 10!  Andrew presents a complete, objective, unimpeachable list of the 10 best metal guitar solos ever.  Please send all messages of agreement and/or congratulations to theheavypod@gmail.com

Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 

Workout Playlist:

“Winter Madness” by Wintersun (3:04)

“My Last Words...

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February 8, 2022 • 56 mins

Before Blink 182, Green Day and The Offspring, there was Bad Religion and Epitaph Records.  The Heavy  goes all the way back to 1980 to find the roots of the southern California punk scene.

Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 

Workout Playlist:

“Suffer” by Bad Religion

“News from the Front” by Bad Religion

“So ...

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January 25, 2022 • 47 mins

The Heavy explores the very niche genre of pirate metal, including Running Wild, Alestorm and many more.  So pour yourself an ale, kick back and enjoy.

Season 2 Spotify Playlist (Part 2):

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76iSxhvfRd1ht5svQHvHb4?si=0c1e457cadd04544 

Workout Playlist:

“Under Jolly Roger” by Running Wild

“Riding the Storm” by Running Wild

“Black Sails at Midnight” by Ales...

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