A Very Heavy Metal 101 Listener's Guide to the Heavy Metal of the 1990s with Quinn from ...And Vol. 4 All

A Very Heavy Metal 101 Listener's Guide to the Heavy Metal of the 1990s with Quinn from ...And Vol. 4 All

Author: Eric Schwartz May 18, 2026 Duration: 1:22:19
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Wherein Eric, John, and special guest Quinn, of the And Vol. 4 All podcast, chit-chat delightfully about many of the most important heavy metal albums of the 1990s.


Like Heavy Metal 101, And Vol. 4 All can be found EVERYWHERE you listen to podcasts. Do check out Quinn's wonderful show! You can also reach Quinn at: https://x.com/AV4APod


For a written version of Eric and Quinn's lists, as well as links to John's selected "Most Hated Metal Songs" from the episode click here.


Official Listening Break:

Megadeth - "Holy Wars...The Punishment Due" from Rust in Peace (1990) ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5o8Daw1ZsY

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Megadeth - Hangar 18 (16-bit Sega Cover)


Warrior Soul audio excerpt recorded live in Frankfurt, 3/28/10


Guns N' Roses - Estranged 8 BITS2mattosbr


Skid Row - Slave To The Grind (8 bit) Chiptune Planet


Death - Suicide Machine 8-Bit RequiemSic


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Alice In Chains - Would? (8 Bit) pandoozles


Black Sabbath - Computer God (Doom Soundfont)Jim's Music Dungeon


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Tool - Forty Six & 2 [8-Bit Cover] 8BitWaffle


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The beautiful people - Marilyn Manson (8-Bit) 8 Bit Music


All Hail The New Flesh - Strapping Young Lad (8-bit) Barbed Wire Gardens


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Dive into the thunderous world of Heavy Metal 101, a monthly podcast hosted by Eric Schwartz. Each episode is a journey through the loud, complex, and often misunderstood history of heavy metal music. Eric, armed with deep expertise, is joined by his friend John, who brings a fresh, curious perspective as a relative newcomer to the genre. Together, they don't just recount facts; they explore the cultural shifts, argue about iconic bands and subgenres, and discuss the very essence of what makes metal resonate so powerfully. Their dynamic-one an expert, the other a novice-creates a uniquely engaging conversation that is as educational as it is entertaining. Whether you're a lifelong headbanger or someone who just wonders what all the noise is about, you'll find a place here. You'll hear breakdowns of seminal albums, explorations of metal's roots in blues and classical music, and lively debates about everything from New Wave of British Heavy Metal to death metal's technical evolution. This isn't a dry lecture; it's a passionate, sometimes heated, dialogue between friends. New installments of the podcast arrive on the third Monday of every month, offering a regular dose of riff-laden history and analysis. Tune in to Heavy Metal 101 for a crash course in power chords, mythology, and musical rebellion, all delivered with a genuine love for the subject. It's a deep dive into the stories behind the sound, making the vast landscape of heavy metal accessible and thrilling for anyone who listens.
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