
Host Tom Robbins talks with Stu from Blindfolded and Led to the Woods about their newest concept album, a 10-part sonic journey blending chaos, emotion, and technical brilliance. They discuss the album’s creation, the story behind standout tracks like “Arrow” and “Coalescence,” and the meticulous work behind the mix by Forrester Savile.
🔥 Inside This Episode:Blindfolded and Led to the Woods’ new concept album — 10 songs, one immersive experience
Creating balance between heavy and light — crafting a record that flows as a whole
Collaborations with Icelandic vocalist Hera and the band’s signature sound evolution
Cooda’s drumming and the organic feel behind every rhythm
Highlights from their recent tour with Volcandra and fan-favorite track “Red”
Setlist deep dive: songs from Nightmare Withdrawals, Rejecting Obliteration, and the new release
Touring with metal icons Revocation, Dillinger Escape Plan, and Sepultura
What it’s like to meet legends like Paul Masvidal and connect with global fans100K+ Spotify streams in week one — how the band is redefining New Zealand metal
Honest talk about creating full albums in an era of short attention spans🎧 Stu and Tom go deep into the art of making immersive albums, the grind of touring, and why true metal will always find its audience — no matter how far from home.
🔥 Don’t miss their performance at Ray’s Golden Lion (Richland, WA) and stream the full record everywhere now!🎸 Follow Blindfolded and Led to the Woods
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