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Pop Metal at the Dawn of a New Millenium (2000-2004)

Pop Metal at the Dawn of a New Millenium (2000-2004)

Author: Eric Schwartz September 21, 2026 Duration: 1:09:58
Heavy Metal 101
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Wherein Eric and John explore the reemergence of heavy metal as a force in popular music/culture at the dawn of the 21st century, including such bands as Limp Bizkit, Korn, Linkin Park, Slipknot, System of a Down, Tool, Evanescence, Metallica, and many more, and John, amazingly, smiles just a couple of times in nostalgic reverie.


Click on the links below for all the music listening/video breaks in this episode:

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Video break #1:

Slipknot- "Duality" from Vol. 3 (The Subliminal Verses) (2004)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fVE8kSM43I

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Listening break #1:

Nightwish- "Nemo" from Once (2004)

⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDV9mfZ7B7A


Listening break #2:

Metallica- "St. Anger" from St. Anger (2003)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ar9BaNN5J4E


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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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