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  • #259: The 4 Worst Types of Metal Fans

    #259: The 4 Worst Types of Metal Fans
    Feb 24 2026
    In episode 259 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas shows his love for the metal community, but points out 4 places we could do better. These are things that could help the heavy metal image with the mainstream and things we can do better for ourselves. Did I miss any? Let me know, join the conversation!

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    #metal #metalhead #metalfans

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  • #258: The Cheesiest and Most Cringe Bands In Every Metal Sub Genre!

    #258: The Cheesiest and Most Cringe Bands In Every Metal Sub Genre!
    Feb 17 2026
    In episode 257 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas compares the things that make each sub-genre of metal cheesy and cringe. All of us have a genre of metal we look at as silly, but do we overlook the excesses of our own favorite styles? I'm even going to criticize my beloved death-metal!

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    #metal #cringe
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  • #257: Is Cancel Culture Broken? The Rock Star vs Epstein Paradox

    #257: Is Cancel Culture Broken? The Rock Star vs Epstein Paradox
    Feb 10 2026
    In episode 257 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas compares the public's response to misconduct from rock stars versus people in the Epstein files. Both cases seem to be above the law thanks to their fame and wealth, but people like Marilyn Manson and Till Linderman face much different public controversy and cancel culture than Bill Gates and Elon Musk. Why? Let's discuss it. Tell me what you think!

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    #epsteinfiles #metal #cancelculiure
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  • #256: The Five Best New Metal Albums of January 2026!

    #256: The Five Best New Metal Albums of January 2026!
    Feb 3 2026
    In episode 256 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is breaking down the best new metal albums that released in January 2026! From Black Metal, Progressive Death Metal, Post Metal, Metalcore, Technical Death Metal, and everything in between! If you want some new metal to listen to, check out this month's lineup!

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    Bands;
    The Ruins of Beverast - https://theruinsofbeverast.bandcamp.com/album/tempelschlaf
    Denominate - https://dusktone.bandcamp.com/album/restoration
    Møl - https://moeldk.bandcamp.com/album/dreamcrush
    Urne - https://music.apple.com/us/album/setting-fire-to-the-sky/1836416932
    Eximperitus - https://eximperitus.bandcamp.com/album/meritoriousness-of-equanimity
    Eximperitus AKA - Eximperituserqethhzebibšiptugakkathšulweliarzaxułum
    Hér - https://hersom.bandcamp.com/album/monochrome

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    #metal #newmetal
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  • #255: Megadeth's Final Album Is A Harbinger of The Decline of Heavy Metal

    #255: Megadeth's Final Album Is A Harbinger of The Decline of Heavy Metal
    Jan 27 2026
    In episode 255 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas explains how Megadeth's retirement is a sign of the decline of heavy metal. Who is next to retire? Judas Priest? Iron Maiden? Metallica? Who will take up the mantle and carry the torch for the next generation of heavy metal bands? What happens to a sub-genre when all of it's standard bearers leave a vacuum? Let me know what you think in the comments!

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    #heavymetal #megadeth #metal
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  • #254: The Real Reason Bandcamp BANNED AI Music But Spotify Doesn't

    #254: The Real Reason Bandcamp BANNED AI Music But Spotify Doesn't
    Jan 20 2026
    In episode 254 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas breaks down the AI music policies of Bandcamp versus Spotify. We then analyze how payment incentives shape each company's stance on generative AI Music. These factors help explain why each company has different rules concerning AI music. Are you happy or angry that Bandcamp banned AI Music? Let me know in the comments.

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    Sources:
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    https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/14/bandcamp-takes-a-stand-against-ai-music-banning-it-from-the-platform/
    https://newsroom.spotify.com/2025-09-25/spotify-strengthens-ai-protections/
    https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-industry-news/bandcamp-bans-ai-music-on-platform-1236473722/

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    #ai #bandcamp #spotify
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  • #253: The Core Kids Are Starting To Agree With Me!?

    #253: The Core Kids Are Starting To Agree With Me!?
    Jan 13 2026
    In episode 253 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas reacts to "10 Modern Metal Trends That Need To Stop In 2026" by MetalBIRB. We made a lot of these same criticisms about modern metal and metalcore a little over year ago. It looks like the core kids are starting to agree with me. Let me know what you think!

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    #modernmetal #metal #metalcore
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  • #252: The Five Best Oddball Albums of 2025!

    #252: The Five Best Oddball Albums of 2025!
    Jan 6 2026
    In episode 252 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite metal albums that don't fit the normal criteria. This is the episode where we go outside the normal parameters. You know we like it weird here! My favorite oddball metal albums of 2025!

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    Bands;
    Messa - https://messa.bandcamp.com/album/the-spin
    Psychonaut - https://psychonautband.bandcamp.com/album/world-maker
    Castle Rat - https://castlerat.bandcamp.com/album/the-bestiary
    Kardashev - https://kardashev.bandcamp.com/album/alunea
    The Devil's Trade - https://thedevilstrade.bandcamp.com/album/nincs-szennyezetlen-sz-p
    Calva Louise - https://calvalouise.bandcamp.com/album/edge-of-the-abyss-album

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    #metal #weird #AOTY
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