In this killer interview, Zach Moonshine of Metal Devastation Radio sits down with Paul Zavaleta from death metal legends Deteriorot to dig into their new record “Awakening.” They get real about the grind of the underground scene, the band’s unstoppable DIY spirit, and the pure chaos of keeping death metal alive through the years. Expect stories from the trenches, laughs, and the kind of raw honesty you only get from true lifers in the scene.
Tune in, crank it loud, and raise a glass to the eternal underground! 💀
#Deteriorot #DeathMetal #Awakening #MetalDevastationRadio #UndergroundMetal #diymetal
https://deteriorot.bandcamp.com/album/awakening
Friday night was one for the books! On this episode of The Zach Moonshine Show, we cracked open a few cold ones and dove into the world of Misfits Market with Jessica, alongside Raven Moonshine, co-owner of Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest. The conversation flowed as easily as the drinks — from the creative chaos of the Misfits Market Expo to its growing impact on the local art and metal scenes.
Right from the start, the tone was pure underground camaraderie:
“So it’s Friday night, and we’re sitting here having some drinks. Are you having some drinks, Jessica?”
“Oh yes — Miller High Life, the champagne of beers!”
“You gotta hold your pinky out when you drink it!”
We talked about how Misfits Market brings together the weird, the wonderful, and the wildly talented — a community of artists, oddity vendors, and metalheads who’ve built something truly special in Jackson, TN. Jessica shared insights about the upcoming Misfits Market Expo 2026, what fans can expect, and how the event has become a launchpad for creative connection in the underground.
Jessica also discussed Misfits Market’s continued support of Metal Devastation Fest as both vendor and sponsor, helping fuel the fire for the October 11th event. Raven jumped in to talk about how this partnership strengthens the bond between art, music, and community, saying,
“It’s about everyone lifting each other up — that’s what this whole scene is built on.”
From skulls and bones to riffs and roars, this episode celebrates the raw, real spirit of DIY creativity.
If you love oddities, dark art, and heavy metal culture, this one’s a must-listen.
📡 Originally aired LIVE on Metal Devastation Radio — Friday, October 3rd, 2025.
#MisfitsMarket #RavenMoonshine #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #TMDMF2025 #Oddities #SupportTheUnderground #DarkArt #DIYScene #MetalCommunity
Get tickets to the fest here: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
Jackson, TN’s own Salem & Sage Studios join The Zach Moonshine Show to talk custom fragrances, permanent jewelry, and the artistry behind their unique creations. As proud sponsors of Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025, they’re blending creativity, craftsmanship, and community with underground metal.
Special guest Raven Moonla (festival organizer & visionary) joins the conversation to share insights into TMDMF 2025, Salem & Sage’s impact on the festival, and how local artistry fuels the underground scene.
⚡ Topics Covered:
The story of Salem & Sage Studios
Permanent jewelry & custom fragrance experiences
Their role in supporting underground metal & TMDMF 2025
Raven’s perspective on the festival’s collaborative spirit
🔥 Recorded live on Metal Devastation Radio: https://metaldevastationradio.com
#SalemAndSageStudios #CustomJewelry #MetalCommunity #RavenMoonla #TMDMF2025 #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #supporttheunderground
Get tickets to the fest here:
https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
Ben Hoagland of Extortionist joins The Zach Moonshine Show for a wild ride of riffs, raw honesty, and Pacific Northwest fury. We dive headfirst into the upcoming album Stare Into the Seething Wounds (out October 10th, 2025 via Unique Leader Records) and unpack the unique blend of deathcore aggression and haunting grunge melodies that define their sound.
🔥 Highlights from the conversation:
“You got the deathcore fucking heaviness in there, but you’ve also got the melodic stuff you might hear from Alice in Chains or Slipknot.” – Zach Moonshine
“Those two bands, Alice in Chains and Slipknot, they’re our biggest influence. You hit the nail on the head.” – Ben Hoagland
“This is what the world needs right now, man.” – Zach Moonshine
Ben shares how the rain-soaked, shadowy vibe of the PNW bleeds into Extortionist’s music, the band’s journey touring alongside Lorna Shore, Attila, and Bodysnatcher, and the grind of carving out an original sound in today’s heavy scene.
We also dig into the recording process for Stare Into the Seething Wounds, the personal themes behind the lyrics, and how Extortionist manages to fuse grunge, nu-metal, and extreme deathcore into something fresh and devastating.
⚡ Listen in, enter the chat, and crank it loud—if your neighbors don’t hear it, you’re not blasting it right.
#BenHoagland #Extortionist #Deathcore #Metalcore #PNWMetal #Slipknot #AliceInChains #StareIntoTheSeethingWounds #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #supporttheunderground
Check out the band here at this link:
https://uniqueleaderrecords.bandcamp.com/album/stare-into-the-seething-wounds
Grab tickets to the fest at this link:
https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
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https://metaldevastationradio.com/
Cleveland’s witchy doom conjurers FRAYLE joined The Zach Moonshine Show to talk about their upcoming album Heretics & Lullabies on Napalm Records, their set at Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025, and the dark magic fueling their sound.
Early in the show, Zach fired up their crushing new single Heretic:
“Just got done blasting ‘Heretic’ from the new record. Fucking awesome, man!”
On working with Napalm Records and crafting the album, FRAYLE revealed:
“We had the album recorded and mixed almost a year ago. Our goal with Heretics & Lullabies was to create something truly transcendent.”
When asked about their musical vision:
“It’s doom, it’s heavy, but it’s also ethereal. We’re always chasing that balance of beauty and heaviness.”
The conversation dives into the making of Heretics & Lullabies, their growth as artists, and what fans can expect from their live ritual at TMDMF 2025.
⚡ Experience the haunting riffs, the ethereal vocals, and the full interview now — only on Metal Devastation Radio.
#Frayle #HereticsAndLullabies #DoomMetal #WitchyMetal #NapalmRecords #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #MetalDevastationPR #TMDMF2025 #SupportTheUnderground
Get tickets to the fest here at this link: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
Check out the band here at this link:
https://frayle.bandcamp.com/
Check out the full show here at this link:
https://metaldevastationradio.com/interviews
Mississippi’s own The Red Mountain crashed The Zach Moonshine Show for a wild, unfiltered interview full of laughs, chaos, and heavy metal spirit. Instead of a scripted promo, we dove into raw stories, underground metal life, and their 4th return to Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025. Expect plenty of banter, conspiracy talk, cosmic grooves, and the kind of unchained energy you only get when The Red Mountain storms the airwaves. Plus — nonstop underground metal blasting all night!
#TheRedMountain #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #TMDMF2025 #SupportTheUnderground
Get tickets here at this link:
https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
Check out the band here at this link:
https://www.facebook.com/THEREDMOUNTAIN/
🔥 From The Void to the Fest — Summoner’s Circle return to The Zach Moonshine Show for an unholy night of chaos, prophecy, and ritual!The Summoners didn’t just hang out — they dropped some serious news about what’s coming next:⚡ A brand new music video has been shot and will be unleashed soon⚡ Plans in motion for new songs and a full-length album after TMDMF 2025⚡ Exclusive live footage and recordings headed for their YouTube & TikTok⚡ Vinyl drama — updates on when the last album finally hits waxAnd of course, plenty of off-the-rails banter:💬 “When I’m sitting here listening to that shit and it’s blasting my fucking eardrums, it just makes me think about the festival. It transports me there.” - Zach Moonshine💬 “After the festival, we’re really going to start focusing on finishing these songs and thinking in terms of the next full-length album.” - Summoners CircleThis episode is more than an interview — it’s a ritual broadcast. Plug in, crank it, and prepare for the chaos coming this October at Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025.📡 Originally aired: August 29, 2025 — exclusively on Metal Devastation Radio🎤 Guest: Summoner’s Circle (Occult Metal / Ritual Chaos)🔥 Powered by: Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025#SummonersCircle #OccultMetal #TMDMF2025 #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #supporttheunderground Check out the full show here at this link:https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/from-the-void-to-the-fest-summoners-circle-on-the-zach-moonshine-show-tmdmf-2025-special/ Grab tickets to the fest here at this link: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
East Ov Eden join The Zach Moonshine Show on Metal Devastation Radio to talk about their debut album Boundless, their origins as a garage jam in Mississippi, lineup changes (including new bassist Connor Johnson), and their upcoming first-ever performance at Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025.The band dive into their influences (Parkway Drive, Suicide Silence, Whitechapel, Cannibal Corpse), the story behind their name, and the lyrical themes of Boundless — a metaphor-laced journey through demons, vices, and spiritual battles. They also geek out on gear, merch, and their plans to melt faces at the fest this October.“Everything you hear on the album is what you’ll hear on stage. Be ready and warm up.” – East Ov Eden🔥 Full interview originally aired live on Metal Devastation Radio.#EastOvEden #Boundless #Deathcore #Metalcore #UndergroundMetal #ZachMoonshineShow #TMDMF2025Check out the full show here at this link: https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/from-first-blood-to-third-strike-east-ov-eden-casket-robbery-storm-tmdmf-2025/Get tickets to the fest at this link: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025Check out the band at this link:https://eastovedenmetal.bandcamp.com/
Wisconsin’s death metal horror crew Casket Robbery return to The Zach Moonshine Show on Metal Devastation Radio for their third strike at Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025.
In this interview, the band dives into their crushing live shows, horror-fueled songwriting, and what keeps bringing them back to devastate Jackson, TN. They talk new music, their journey through the underground, and the connection they’ve built with fans who thrive on the chaos.
💀 “We’ve only gotten darker, heavier, and more ferocious with time.” – Casket Robbery
Originally aired live on Metal Devastation Radio. Turn it up and get ready for the pit.
#CasketRobbery #DeathMetal #HorrorMetal #TMDMF2025 #ZachMoonshineShow #UndergroundMetal #supporttheunderground
Check out the full show here at this link:
https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/from-first-blood-to-third-strike-east-ov-eden-casket-robbery-storm-tmdmf-2025/
Get tickets to the fest here at this link:
https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
Check out the band here at this link:
https://casketrobbery.bandcamp.com/album/the-lacryphagist-single
East Tennessee’s cosmic doom bringers NinjaWitch join The Zach Moonshine Show on Metal Devastation Radio for an exclusive live interview and the world premiere of their new track “Star Ghost.” 🌌 Powered by Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025, this episode dives into the making of their upcoming EP Frequency of Gods, the inspiration behind Star Ghost, recording live in the studio, and what fans can expect at TMDMF 2025.
Hear vocalist Nate talk about channeling cosmic frequencies, the infamous Tulsa Hum, and writing lyrics in one take. The band also shares stories about influences like Monster Magnet, Black Sabbath, and Randy Rhoads, plus their excitement for pulling double duty with Summoner Circle at the fest.
🎶 Pre-order Frequency of Gods on Bandcamp to get instant access to Star Ghost!👉 https://ninjawitch.bandcamp.com
📡 Listen to the full broadcast + more interviews at: Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/ninjawitch-interview-2025-the-zach-moonshine-show/
Get tickets to the fest here at this link: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
#NinjaWitch #StarGhost #FrequencyOfGods #CosmicDoom #PsychedelicDoom #TMDMF2025 #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #SupportTheUnderground
Tennessee’s symphonic blackened deathcore hellraisers Ov Ruin ripped into their debut album Eternal Lament, live-show plans for Tennessee Metal Devastation Fest 2025, and the savage evolution of their sound. Here’s the devastation:
Key Takeaways
From Coffee to Chaos: Discovered through their side hustle roasting beans (props to SmithOddities), Ov Ruin’s music blew past the coffee game. “Fuck the coffee, dude—we had to get these guys on stage!”
Debut Album Eternal Lament: A cinematic blackened deathcore monster inspired by Dark Souls, Elden Ring, Lord of the Rings scores, and a dash of MySpace-era madness (think Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza meets Cradle of Filth).
Ozzfest Nostalgia: Bonding over Ozzfest’s prime, Jerry recalls Slipknot’s 1999 second-stage set rocking orange jumpsuits. “We want TMDMF to be the Ozzfest for the underground—no mainstream bullshit, just raw exposure.”
TMDMF 2025 = First Live Show Ever: Though scattered from Nashville to Boston, Ov Ruin’s live debut is locked for the fest, with secret guest appearances and merch including vinyl (CDs sold out in minutes).
Gearheads Rejoice: Studio wizardry with Neural DSP plugins, plus live rigs packing Abasi 7-strings and 5150 cabs. “We’re our own engineers now.”
New EP Incoming: Already cooking up a follow-up promising even more face-melting riffs and a serious step up from Eternal Lament.
Savage Quotes
“We’re ready to rip some faces off. Expect heavy breakdowns, killer riffs, and maybe Scooby-Doo costumes.”
“If you wanna see Ov Ruin live, you better be at TMDMF. No second chances.”
Final Warning
Crank Eternal Lament on Bandcamp (full upload dropping soon) and gear up for Ov Ruin’s explosive live debut at Tennessee Metal Devastation Fest 2025 on October 11th. This is the underground’s new wave—get violent or get out.
#OvRuin #EternalLament #BlackenedDeathcore #TMDMF2025 #TennesseeMetal #MetalDevastation #SymphonicMetal #Deathcore #UndergroundMetal #MetalHeadsUnite #NewWaveMetal #OzzfestVibes #FaceMeltingRiffs #MetalGear #LiveDebut #MetalCommunity #SupportUnderground #HeavyMetal #MetalPromo #MetalFestReady
Check out the full show here at this link https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/ov-ruin-live-interview-on-the-zach-moonshine-show-tmdmf-2025-preview/
Get tickets to the fest at this link:
https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
Check out the band here at this link:
https://ovruin.bandcamp.com/
Signs of the Swarm: Bobby Crow Talks Touring, New Album, and the Future of Deathcore
On The Zach Moonshine Show, Bobby Crow of Signs of the Swarm gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at the band’s rise, their upcoming album To Rid Myself of Truth, and why the deathcore scene is stronger than ever.
🎙️ “We’re just here to make fun heavy music and have a good time,” Bobby said. “There’s a little something for just about everybody if you like heavy [ __ ]!”
With a highly anticipated Century Media Records release dropping August 22nd, the band is charging into their next chapter full-force. “We’ve got tours booked out to the end of the year,” he shared, listing an album release tour with Mental Cruelty, Carcosa, Face Yourself, and more. A special Pittsburgh Halloween hometown show will also feature the return of Belie My Burial after a 10-year hiatus.
🧠 On the creative side, the new record mixes punishing heaviness with personal reflection. “A Cloud of Retinas,” for example, deals with frontman David’s degenerative eye condition. “He’s opening up more than ever,” Bobby explained. “It’s a battle between telling your own truth and keeping it relatable.”
🎤 Cameos include Will Ramos (Lorna Shore), Phil Bozeman (Whitechapel), Jack from 156/Silence, and Johnny Crowder (Prison). “It’s all people we know personally,” Bobby emphasized. “We wrote the tracks with them in mind. It wasn’t just pulling names for clout—it came together organically.”
The band also experiments sonically, with Bobby detailing how they sample everyday sounds like slamming car trunks, squeaky drum stools, and even basement junk to create thunderous, unique effects. “We try to find random stuff just to make ear candy. Some of it is hilarious, but it ends up sounding heavy as hell.”
On the band’s genre-blending appeal, Bobby said: “We all listen to different stuff, and we don’t want to be boxed in. It’s gotta be heavy—but also catchy and fun.”
📼 Their cinematic music videos continue to impress, thanks to the vision of vocalist Dave and longtime video collaborator Eric DiCarlo. “We’ve built a little family of people who know what we want,” Bobby said.
When asked about coming to Tennessee for the Metal Devastation Music Fest, Bobby didn’t hesitate: “Dude, yes. Hell yeah. I would love it.”
#SignsOfTheSwarm #ToRidMyselfOfTruth #BobbyCrow #Deathcore #MetalDevastationRadio #ZachMoonshineShow #CenturyMediaRecords #MetalInterview #DeathMetal #HeavyAF #NewMetalRelease #UndergroundMetal #MentalCruelty #WillRamos #PhilBozeman #SupportHeavyMusic #MetalScene2025 #MetalDevastationFest
Check out the full show here at this link: https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/swarm-and-fury-signs-of-the-swarm-quiescent-mantis-live-on-the-zach-moonshine-show/
Quiescent Mantis Returns to Tennessee Metal Devastation Fest with a Vengeance
On The Zach Moonshine Show, Quiescent Mantis members Chris and Jordan sat down to talk about their upcoming return to the Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest, reflecting on last year's explosive set and teasing even more chaos this time around.
🔊 “We’re coming back with a vengeance,” Chris declared early in the interview, promising to push boundaries and bring even more intensity to this year’s performance.
The band made a massive impression at the previous fest, with fans demanding their return. Zach confirmed, “There was a lot of people that came up to me afterwards and were like, ‘Man, you got to get them back.’”
Notorious for their wild stage antics—including crowd surfing on a blow-up mattress—Quiescent Mantis teased more madness for round two. “We’re going to look for some cheap blow-up couches this year. It’s going to be wild, that’s for sure,” Jordan laughed.
Beyond the antics, they’re sharpening their sound with new tech upgrades like in-ear monitors and are deep into writing their second album following their debut Exitus Stratagem Records.
The band is also gearing up for a huge show in Syracuse, NY, sharing the stage with Crowbar and Eyehategod, calling it a dream gig. “It’s just like a dream come true, really,” Jordan shared.
Their sci-fi-inspired bug-themed image isn’t just for show. Chris explained the inspiration stems from creature features like Starship Troopers and King Kong, hoping to one day merge music with special effects-heavy videos. “I wanted to combine my love of music and special effects,” he said.
They also reminisced about last year’s festival highlights, from getting the crowd pumped before noon to guest vocals with Autumn Lies Buried, and yes, the legendary air mattress surfing. “Just seeing the crowd reaction that early... the whole fest was a standout moment,” they agreed.
When asked what to expect this year, they hinted at more surprises and possible collaborations with fellow bands like Filth and Septarian: “Let’s just see how the weeks go,” Chris teased.
Before signing off, they left fans with one message:
🗣️ “Come catch us wherever you can catch us… we’re just going to play to however many people show up.”
#QuiescentMantis #MetalDevastationFest #TennesseeMetalFest #UndergroundMetal #LiveMetal #Deathcore #MetalInterview #ZachMoonshineShow #MetalDevastationRadio #Crowbar #Eyehategod #SupportUndergroundMetal #MetalScene #SciFiMetal #AirMattressMoshPit #ExodusStrategem #MetalFestSeason
Catch the full show here at this link:
https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/swarm-and-fury-signs-of-the-swarm-quiescent-mantis-live-on-the-zach-moonshine-show/
Get tickets to the fest at this link: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
On this episode of The Zach Moonshine Show, we dive into the world of extreme underground media with Defiler Of The Crown Art and Reapers Underground — two powerhouse sponsors of Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025.
Defiler's creator shares how the zine began:
“It was just a passion project... I wanted to bring together horror and metal in one brutal format.”
We also hear from Reapers Underground on their mission to support heavy music across all levels:
“If a band’s putting in the work, we want to help them get seen.”
From horror aesthetics to grassroots media, this episode is a testament to how visual art and underground journalism fuel the scene’s fire.
#DefilerOfTheCrown #ReapersUnderground #ZachMoonshineShow #TMDMF2025 #UndergroundMetal #MetalZines #ExtremeMusicMedia #HorrorArt #MetalDevastationRadio
Listen to the full show here: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/27769/into-the-abyss-visitant-defiler-of-the-crown-art-reapers-underground-join-the-zach-moonshine-showGet tickets here: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
In this raw and emotional interview on The Zach Moonshine Show, Chelsea Marrow of VISITANT opens up about the band’s journey, the personal grief behind “Fodder”, and channeling pain into power through music.
“I’m just putting every bit of my spirit into it,” Chelsea says, reflecting on the band’s rise and her transition from Vorath to Visitant.
She dives into the haunting inspiration behind “Starless”, describing it as “the embodiment of shadow work,” and explains the dreamlike vision that drives her lyricism and visuals:
“I like to take personal experiences and turn them into ghost stories.”
Presented by Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025, this is a must-watch for fans of atmospheric and cinematic heavy music.
#VISITANT #ChelseaMarrow #ZachMoonshineShow #TMDMF2025 #SymphonicDeathMetal #MetalDevastationRadio #WomenInMetal #UndergroundMetal
Listen to the full show here: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/27769/into-the-abyss-visitant-defiler-of-the-crown-art-reapers-underground-join-the-zach-moonshine-showGet tickets here: https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
On a scorching Friday night, Alabama-based extreme metal band SEPTARIAN joined The Zach Moonshine Show on Metal Devastation Radio for a no-holds-barred live interview that dug deep into the band's roots, influences, future plans, and their excitement to perform at Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025.
🔥 ON JOINING THE FESTIVAL
The band was fired up about their long-awaited slot on the Tennessee fest:
“We’ve been trying for the last three years to get on this [] festival. We are super [] excited.” – Josh (Guitar)
Zach echoed the anticipation, calling their track Threshold a “badass [__] track” and comparing their energy to early Arch Enemy.
🪓 ORIGINS & EVOLUTION
Guitarist Josh and drummer Kenneth have been jamming together for over 25 years, starting out in bands where Kenneth even handled vocals. The project evolved from a prior group called Double Barrel Democracy, but after significant lineup and style changes, they decided:
“F*** it, man. It's not really the same band, so let's just rebrand it and call it something else.”
SEPTARIAN’s vocalist Megan is Kenneth’s daughter, making it a literal family affair:
“It’s in my blood. What can I say?”
🔊 INFLUENCES & STYLE
Each member brings a unique flavor to the band’s sound:
Megan (vocals): Inspired by classic Arch Enemy and Angela Gossow – “To be compared to Angela, that’s no small thing.”
John (bass): Malevolent Creation, Napalm Death, Morbid Angel.
Nick (lead guitar): From classical and Ozzy to Dying Fetus and Aborted.
Josh (guitar): A wide palette including Duran Duran, Death, Fear Factory.
Kenneth (drums): Inspired by early Metallica — “When the Metallica video One hit… that [] was the baddest [] when you’re a kid.”
🛠 GEARHEAD CORNER
Josh uses a Kemper rig through a power amp into a 4x12 cab.
John plays through an SVT head into an Ampeg 810 with a SansAmp.
Megan uses a Sennheiser 835 wireless mic for crystal-clear gutturals.
Kenneth rocks a Tama Starclassic 7-piece double bass kit: “I can set my big ass [__] up faster than you can set your two-piece up!”
📀 UPCOMING RELEASE: Blood Scripture
SEPTARIAN has been recording with Jamie Ols (aka SP) of Silver Studios (NY), a longtime friend who also works with Gojira:
“He was letting Joe [from Gojira] listen to our songs, and Joe said he really liked them.”
Their upcoming full-length album is titled Blood Scripture. In the meantime, three singles are being prepped for release with teasers and announcements to follow.
🤝 SIGNING WITH DARK SAILS ENTERTAINMENT
The band signed with Dark Sails Entertainment after being recommended by a former Silence System drummer. Cody from Dark Sails took notice once the band bought a tour bus:
“These guys want to go to the next level — and we do.”
🎸 LIVE PLANS & MERCH
SEPTARIAN will be playing across the Southeast, including Culture Shock (Atlanta), True Story (Aug 1), High Tones TN (Aug 2), and Gainesville’s Blackstrap (Aug 16).
They’re bringing a full merch spread to the Tennessee fest:
“T-shirts, flasks, whiskey tumblers, shot glasses, stickers, guitar picks, earrings… even man thongs were discussed!”
Check out the full episode now on MIxcloud
https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/septarian-dark-sails-take-over-live-on-the-zach-moonshine-show/
Get tickets to the fest here:
https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
#Septarian #MetalDevastationRadio #TheZachMoonshineShow #DarkSailsEntertainment
#TennesseeMetalDevastationFest #BloodScripture #ExtremeMetal #UndergroundMetal
#DeathMetal #MelodicDeathMetal #FemaleFrontedMetal #MetalInterview #MetalBands
#MetalCommunity #SupportUndergroundMetal #LiveMetalInterview #AlabamaMetal
#Gojira #AngelaGossowVibes #ArchEnemyFans #MetalRadio #MetalPodcast
Live on Metal Devastation Radio – The Zach Moonshine Show
Cody Satterwhite, founder of Dark Sails Entertainment, joined the show to discuss the label’s mission, upcoming releases, studio details, and plans for the Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025.
🎧 Label Mission & Origins
Cody and co-founder Kellen started Dark Sails after years of playing in metal and hardcore bands together. Their goal? Help underground bands succeed in a modern music landscape.
“We remember how hard it was to get music to market… we just want to help other bands.”
“Some bands don’t need help, they just want to work with us — and that’s great too.”
Dark Sails focuses on high-quality production, label support, and expanding band visibility through touring, merch, and strategic releases.
🔥 Releases & Artists
The label is gearing up to drop music from several heavy-hitters:
Septarian – 3 new songs and a full-length (tracked at Dark Sails’ studio)
First One Dies – new material incoming
Leafblower – debut EP coming early August
Subdivisions – new release dropping mid-September
Violence System – returning to the studio for their next EP
“The new Leafblower record… it’s top notch and the recording is excellent.”
They’re also planning a 15-track compilation CD for release at the Tennessee fest, featuring music from across their roster.
🎛️ Dark Sails Studio Gear & Approach
Dark Sails operates their own professional recording facility in Norcross, GA, with an impressive arsenal:
SSL Origin board for drums
Full DI + real mic’d amp tracking (no reliance on profiling or Kempers)
30–40 guitar heads, 20+ cabs — "a guitar player’s dream come true"
“There’s something about a tube amp moving air that you just can’t beat.”
“Everything we do is about delivering modern, clean, and powerful recordings.”
🎤 Violence System & Live Scene
Cody hyped the return of Violence System:
“They’re symphonic deathcore meets death metal… it’s hard to pigeonhole. It’s killer.”
He also praised their legendary wall of death at last year’s fest:
“That [ __ ] was crazy, man.”
📦 Dark Sails Summer Showcase Tour
In 2025, the label launched the Dark Sails Summer Showcase Tour, covering 10+ weekends across various markets with rotating lineups:
“It’s all about helping our bands break into new markets.”
🏟 On Tennessee Metal Devastation Fest 2025
Cody believes the festival has outgrown its current home in Jackson, TN:
“I think this is the last year at that venue. You’re going to outgrow it.”
Plans are brewing to move to a bigger location or even expand to a two-day event. Cody praised the festival's energy, community vibe, and food:
“That donut guy at the farmer’s market — amazing!”
🗣 Final Thoughts
“Support your local bands. Support independent music. Support what Zach is doing — he’s helping a lot of people.”
Cody and the Dark Sails crew will return to Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest 2025, armed with merch, a label comp CD, and a whole lot of power.
Check out the full episode at Mixcloud
https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/septarian-dark-sails-take-over-live-on-the-zach-moonshine-show/
Get tickets to the fest here:
https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
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Kaleb Riser of Black Moon Cult and Tommy Stewart of Black Doomba Records / Hallows Eve join The Zach Moonshine Show for a deep dive into doom, gear, vinyl, and cosmic conspiracies. Kaleb talks about recording BMC’s debut album Ophidian Future (The Children of Yig) live in a converted 1800s church, using pipe organs, no click tracks, and capturing real air and energy. Tommy shares how he signed the band after seeing them live at Maryland Doom Fest, a rare move for his label. They also discuss gear, musical roots from Sabbath to Beach Boys, Pink Floyd obsessions, and yes—custom Black Moon Cult condoms. The vibe is raw, passionate, and 100% underground metal.
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Check out the full show here at this link: https://metaldevastationradio.com/thebeast/blog/27679/doom-takes-over-the-airwaves-sun-mantra-black-moon-cult-tommy-stewart-join-the-zach-moonshine-show-for-a-night-of-fuzz-riff
In this high-energy and heartfelt interview on The Zach Moonshine Show, Knoxville's heavy psych doom trio Sun Mantra catch up post-performance to talk about their recent run at Maryland Doom Fest, where they connected with legends like Victor Griffin and Carl Agell. The band reminisces about their early days—being invited to play TMDMF before having any music released—and express excitement about returning with new material, merch (including green stoner-themed shirts), and even hosting "naked Twister" at their merch booth.
Drummer Leo opens up about recovering from back surgery and the band’s intention to record either an EP or full-length album soon, pulling from a vault of riffs and demos. The conversation takes a deep dive into the lasting legacy of Black Sabbath, sharing emotional reactions to their final performance stream and how Sabbath’s music continues to influence modern doom.
The interview also touches on the challenges of the live music economy, the exploitative nature of major concert promoters, and the importance of underground festivals like TMDMF in preserving true heavy music culture. The session closes with laughs, love for late photographer Lisa, and anticipation for the upcoming October fest.
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Get tickets to the fest here https://www.hubcityevents.com/events/tennessee-metal-devastation-music-fest-2025-10-11-2025
Check out the full episode here:
https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/sun-mantra-black-moon-cult-tommy-stewart-take-over-the-zach-moonshine-show/
Matthew "Youngy" Young of KING PARROT on The Zach Moonshine ShowOriginally aired live on July 4th, 2025 on Metal Devastation RadioAustralia’s reigning kings of chaotic grind-thrash insanity, KING PARROT, swooped into The Zach Moonshine Show for a no-holds-barred live interview with the one and only Matthew “Youngy” Young — and it all went down on Independence Day in the U.S.!Fresh off the release of their latest sonic sledgehammer, A Young Person’s Guide To (via Housecore Records), Youngy dives headfirst into the twisted world of Parrot — from the record’s bizarre title and explosive sound to the madness of their upcoming tour with Pantera and Amon Amarth.🔥 This episode pulls no punches — we cover:The story behind A Young Person’s Guide ToTouring with legends and surviving the chaosWorking with Phil Anselmo and the Housecore crewDirty, hilarious, and real tales from the Aussie undergroundHow KING PARROT keeps it raw, relevant, and feral in 2025Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the cult of Parrot, this interview delivers the full dose of unfiltered, high-octane Aussie metal mayhem.💀 Stream the full interview now and crank it LOUD — it's time to squawk with the kings of grindcore chaos!
Check out the full show here at this link:
https://www.mixcloud.com/thezachmoonshineshow/matthew-youngy-young-of-king-parrot-joins-the-zach-moonshine-show-for-a-live-interview/