Gary and Tyler are joined by Chris from For The Rock and Michael from Diatheke for a special album draft episode! Each host builds their ultimate lineup of 2010 Christian heavy music albums—but only one can come out on top. Tune in for stories from 2010, plenty of laughs, and a nostalgic trip through one of the wildest years in heavy music history.
Gary and guest co-host Chris (from For The Rock) sit down with David Bunton and Jon Tooley of the Death Metal band "Hope Deferred". They dive into musical influences, how the band formed, the role their faith plays in writing music and the evolution of their sound from their previous bands (Embodiment, The Famine, and The Showdown).
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In this lively and deeply nostalgic episode of All Consuming Podcast, the hosts catch up on long-overdue shoutouts, swap hilarious stories (including one about a cat-poop-eating dog), and dive deep into the evolving landscape of Christian metal and hardcore music.
The discussion weaves through classic pop-punk nostalgia with bands like Hawk Nelson to heavier sounds from bands like We Came As Romans, 6 feet deep, and Big Boy. The hosts reflect on how their tastes have changed—moving away from overproduced metalcore toward raw, emotional hardcore—and share a strong appreciation for the authenticity and grit in bands like The Wounds That Speak, a newer Christian metalcore band from Colorado with a powerfully gospel-centered message.
Also highlighted are newer releases from Wolves at the Gate and Confessions of a Traitor, along with a nostalgic mention of Phinehas’ album The Fire Itself as a standout example of true modern metalcore.
Expect laughs, laments, and lots of genre talk—plus a passionate encore shoutout to Six Feet Deep. If you’re a fan of raw, honest Christian heavy music, this episode is for you!
Gary and Tyler look back at the 90's in the Heavy Christian Music Scene! What did you listen to in the 90's?
We say vibes a lot on this episode, mostly... because all these tracks are straight vibes. Check out some new Christian Metal from the past month.
War of ages
Convictions
Confessions of a Traitor
Irae
Light the Fire
Dear Adversary
FALL
BodyWash.
bloke.
Encore: Altars
On this episode we sat down with Kashif and Nathan of the
band Irae to talk about a their new EP "Tetelestai".
We figure how they got Mattie Montgomery from For Today and Shawn Jonas from Symphony in Peril to do guest spots.
We talk about the time gap between their last album and now and what got them into the heavy music scene.
Lets check out some new music in the Heavy Christian Music Scene!
Songs in this episode:
Wolves At The Gate - PARASITE
Absolved - To Whatever End (Featuring Tommy Green)
Small Voice - The Ring (Featuring Kalus)
Reformed - False Teacher
Meet Your Maker - Cowards
Descriptor - Antivenin
Plead The Widow's Cause - Splitting Venom
Encore: Darkness Divided - The Hands That Bled
Lets Listen together! Join us as we sit back and listen to the Sound The Trumpet EP from the band No Treaty! We listen to each song sparking faith based discussions.
First Core Values of 2025! (sheesh). Join us as we talk about Impending Dooms new songs and the internet shenanigans that went on with it, digging into nostalgia with Blindside on Memphis May Fire, the rise of female metal musicians, and Unworthy covering the legendary For Today song, Isaiah (The Willing).
Songs in this episode:
Impending Doom - Christ Is King
Memphis May Fire - Overdose - feat. Blindside
Absent Handed - Echoes
Mourning Eve - Holy Hell - feat. Taylor Barber, Addithun
Silence The Echo - Into Serenity
UnWorthy - Isaiah (The Willing)
August Burns Red - Your Little Suburbia Is In Ruins
Encore: Ghoti Hook - Spice Drops
We are trying something new with this one. We are going to do a short series of episodes where we tackle tough questions. Questions where everyone has an opinion and not everyone agrees on the topic. We'd love to know your thoughts on this format.
(00:00) Introduction and Purpose - Kicking off the discussion about defining a Christian band and addressing audience-submitted questions.
(02:20) What Defines a Christian Band? - Exploring overtly Christian bands, faith-influenced bands, and the complexities of labeling.
(07:30) Christian Label and Marketing Challenges - Examining the benefits and challenges of adopting the Christian label and how it affects audience perception.
(20:40) Should Christians Create Christian Music? - Debating whether Christian musicians should focus solely on Christian themes and balancing personal convictions.
(35:00) Inclusivity in Christian Music - Emphasizing the need for a welcoming approach to artists with varying expressions of faith in their music.
It’s the most exciting episode of the year! Join us as we wrap up 2024 with the ACP 2024 Awards, celebrating the best of Christian metal. From jaw dropping live performances to dazzling music videos, we unveil the year’s greatest moments and crown the champions in eight thrilling categories:
🏆 Best Live Performance – Relive the most electrifying shows of the year!
🏆 Best Music Video – Dive into the most visually captivating creations of 2024.
🏆 Best New Artist – Meet the fresh faces making waves in the scene.
🏆 Rising Artist – Highlighting the ones to watch as they climb to stardom.
🏆 Back From The Dead – Celebrating epic comebacks that shook the world.
🏆 Single of the Year – Honoring the tracks that stayed on repeat all year long.
🏆 EP of the Year – Small packages, big impact – the best EPs of 2024.
🏆 Album of the Year – The ultimate prize for the most powerful full-length release.
Get ready for passionate discussions, a trip down memory lane, and surprises as we reveal the winners and share why they earned these honors. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the scene, this episode is packed with excitement and music you don’t want to miss.
🎧 Tune in now and celebrate the best of Christian metal in 2024 with us! 🎧
🎄 Get Ready for the Ultimate Christmas Draft! 🎄
Join the hosts of All Consuming Podcast as they celebrate the holiday season with a festive twist on the fantasy football draft—this time drafting all things Christmas! Featuring two incredible guests, Jordan Hatch from Immortal Construct and Jordan Jimenez from Unworthy, this special episode is filled with holiday cheer, hilarious banter, and some tough decisions.
From choosing the best Christmas movies and songs (including August Burns Red classics) to debating the ultimate festive foods and drinks, this episode has it all. Who will win the audience vote for the most iconic picks? Find out as the hosts and guests cozy up with their mugs of eggnog, flaunt their Christmas sweaters, and dive deep into the spirit of the season.
Don’t miss this fun-filled episode—perfect for fans of holiday traditions, metal music, and lighthearted competition. Cast your votes and join the conversation on social media to let us know who nailed the Christmas draft! 🎅🎶🍪
In this episode of Core Values, the hosts celebrate Thanksgiving week with discussions on music, concerts, and upcoming plans. Key highlights include:
Concert Recap: Gary recounts attending The Devil Wears Prada tour with bands like Silent Planet, Like Moths to Flames, and SeeYouSpaceCowboy. They reflect on the experience, including standout performances and critiques of venue sound quality.
Music Features: The episode features songs from various bands, discussing their significance and exploring whether certain groups, like Killswitch Engage and Light the Fire, align with Christian themes. Highlights include:
Killswitch Engage's new single “Forever Aligned.”
Memphis May Fire's latest release, “Shape Shifter.”
Irish hardcore band Barriers and their EP, Be Still, praised for its lyrical depth and spiritual themes.
Beatdown hardcore band Open Wound with their album By the Sword, blending heavy riffs with biblical imagery.
Light the Fire's EP Death Won't Be the End of Me, featuring melodic hardcore tracks like “Mortalist.”
Discussion of a Hawthorne Heights and Emery cover collaboration, sparking debate about its execution.
Listener Interaction: The hosts showcase the Encore segment, where patrons suggest tracks for review. This week features Beloved’s “Rise and Fall,” lauded for its nostalgic post-hardcore vibe.
Christmas Plans: Ideas for the Christmas episode include ranking favorite holiday albums, collaborating with other podcasts, and engaging with guests. They encourage listener suggestions for creative festive content.
The episode concludes with reminders about giveaways (custom Yeti mugs) and ways to connect with the podcast through Patreon, Discord, and social media. This installment blends humor, music appreciation, and community engagement, staying true to the podcast's “all-consuming” ethos.
In this episode, Gary is joined by special guest Jordan Hatch, vocalist for the band Immortal Construct. Together, Gary and Jordan dive into discussions of new music from other bands, sharing their thoughts on the release strategies and standout tracks that have caught their attention.
Listeners can look forward to reviews and in-depth discussions of various genres and sounds, from metalcore to hardcore punk, as they explore tracks from bands like Intercessor, Diamond to Dust, and Confessions of a Traitor. Gary and Jordan also touch on the art of music releases, the energy of live performances, and how certain songs stand out for their unique mixes.
(01:47) Intercessor - Disillusionists
(07:22) Diamonds To Dust - Temporary Affliction
(11:47) Confessions of a Traitor - Doomsayer
(16:00) Rekak - Testimony
(20:24) Identify The Body - False Prophets
(25:44) Take - Abandoned
(41:05) ENCORE: As Lions And Lambs - Hate Speech
Links: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcast
In this episode of All Consuming Podcast, we kick things off with a special shout-out to our sponsor, Resuscitation Records, who are releasing a limited-edition vinyl for the band Take from Las Vegas. Only 100 copies are available of their album Time Bomb, and you can grab one from resuscitation.store – don't miss out! (Watch the video episode to get a better look!)
After that, we dive into a range of topics, from Halloween festivities and a funny "trunk or treat" experience to celebrating our 25th core values episode milestone. We also talk about the latest music releases from some of our favorite hardcore and metal bands, including Haste the Day and Cultist. As always, we share insights and commentary on the music scene, with a mix of humor and passion for all things 'core.
Listen in for new music discoveries, fun stories, and more!
(00:00) Take - Time Bomb
(02:35) Halloween and Fall Season
(07:33) Haste The Day - Burn
(13:35) Feet In The Fire - The Covenant
(19:28) Elijah - Curses
(23:27) Light The Way - Wildfire
(28:15) Hope Through Grace - Weak No Longer
(33:51) Together We Fall - The Call
(39:48) Cultist - Pray For Me
(43:32) ENCORE: Unseen Faith - Downfall
Links: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcast
Tyler sits down with co-host Gary and 3 friends from Furnace Fest, Cecil, Tim, and Cody. He asks about their favorite moments, favorite shows, and the overall experience at FF. This is a long one, but so worth the stories and the laughs.
(00:00) Introduction and Context of Furnace Fest
(04:51) Traveling to Birmingham
(6:10) Furnace Fest pre-shows
(17:12) Day 1 - Friday
(24:28) Oh, Sleeper
(27:57) Emery Vs. Silent Planet
(33:47) Haste The Day
(39:58) The Devil Wears Prada
(46:59) August Burns Red
(51:43) Day 2 - Saturday
(52:10) Idle Threat
(56:23) My Epic
(01:05:11) No Innocent Victim Vs Slick Shoes
(01:12:17) Five Iron Frenzy
(01:15:08) Demon Hunter / Impending Doom / War of Ages
(01:28:30) Day 3 - Sunday
(01:29:26) 68 / Not Waving But Drowning
(01:33:05) The Showdown
(01:40:47) Dogwood
(01:45:53) Extol Vs. Comeback Kid
(01:53:02) Norma Jean with Scogin
(02:02:51) Blindside
(02:09:28) Underoath
(02:17:00) Closing
In this episode of All Consuming Podcast, the hosts dive into a wide range of heavy Christian metal tracks, featuring both emerging and established bands. They kick off with a track by Meet Your Maker, discussing the success of their latest song "Dig Deep," and how the band’s sound combines heavy riffs with deep Christian themes. They also highlight No Treaty, a band one of the hosts met at Furnace Fest, praising their song "Deep" for its impressive metalcore quality.
The episode explores music from both old favorites like Clear Convictions, who just dropped their first album in years, and new bands like Brave Days, blending powerful messages with catchy riffs. With plenty of enthusiasm and banter, the hosts keep the energy high as they share personal stories, including reactions to Bloodlines' recent anti-pornography track and a lighthearted chat about musical tastes.
(00:45) Meet Your Maker - Dig Deep
(04:14) No Treaty - Deep
(10:58) Clear Convictions - Down In The Potter's Shop
(15:32) Brave Days - Tulip
(21:21) Small Voice - Just & The Justifier
(25:48) Chaos Must Bow - Beg For Vengeance
(30:26) ENCORE: Saving Grace - Shekinah
Links: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcast
Gary and Tyler dive deep into the latest releases from the heavy music scene. The episode kicks off with a discussion about Lakeview's latest album, which features a guitarist with Christian hardcore roots. The hosts are split over its autotuned sound but highlight the involvement of Cody from Wage War, who helped write and produce the album, adding an interesting twist to the country rock vibes.
The main attraction is August Burns Red’s new single "Exhumed." The hosts are thrilled that the band returned to their roots, delivering a heavy, classic metalcore sound with chunky guitar riffs and powerful breakdowns. This new track evokes nostalgia for August Burns Red's earlier work, and the hosts can’t help but wonder if the band will play it as an encore at Furnace Fest.
Another highlight comes from the band Underoath, who dropped a new track, "Teeth." While it strays from their traditional metalcore style and flirts with electronic influences, Tyler appreciates the genre-bending, while Gary struggles with the shift.
The episode also features music from up-and-coming Christian metal acts like Floodgate, Forthteller, and Take, showcasing their intense spirit-filled hardcore anthems. The hosts encourage listeners to check out these fresh releases, predicting that these bands will become household names in the Christian metal community.
The hosts end on a note of gratitude, celebrating the tight-knit community of Christian metal enthusiasts who engage with their content and provide invaluable feedback.
(03:26) August Burns Red - Exhumed
(08:34) Underoath - Teeth
(12:31) Ashes Remain - Don't Let Go
(17:01) Floodgate - Refraction
(21:03) Take - Heaven Or Hell
(24:48) Forthteller - Martyrs
(32:19) Earth Groans - Bones of Winter
(35:49) ELIJAH - Illusion
(40:58) Small Voice - The Silence
(46:47) Tigerwine - Wax Magnetic
(50:16) Homeplate - Misery
(54:00) Intercessor - Monolith
(58:22) ENCORE: Haste The Day - Substance
Links: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcast
This episode Gary and Tyler talk about new music! Skillet was a hot topic and some new unexpected music from some unexpected bands. Let us know your thoughts!
Songs covered:
The Undertaking! - Touch Dirt
Intercessor - The Price Is Physical
Hope Through Grace - John 20
Descriptor - Redeemer
No Eye Has Seen - Lyra
Skillet - Unpopular
Zahna - PILE OF PILLS
ENCORE: Demon Hunter - I Play Dead
Links: https://linktr.ee/allconsumingpodcast
In this episode, Gary and Tyler dive into their favorite worship cover songs, exploring a diverse range of genres from slam metal to alt rock. They share their unique perspectives on how these covers breathe new life into familiar tracks. The discussion also heats up as they debate what truly defines a worship song—does it come down to lyrics, genre, or something more? Tune in for an energetic and thought-provoking conversation!
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