This week on Heavy Metal Tones, we go beyond the three-minute single and dive headfirst into the world of epic music. What actually makes a song or album epic? Is it length, atmosphere, storytelling, or the emotional payoff?

We talk about epic’s place across music and metal, how artists approach writing and structuring longer, more ambitious pieces, and—most importantly—how to enjoy epic tracks and albums if you’re used to the comfort of conventional singles. From mindset and patience to letting music breathe and unfold, this episode is all about unlocking deeper listening.

If you’ve ever been curious about longer songs, sprawling compositions, or albums that demand your full attention—but weren’t sure where to start—this one’s for you. Turn it up, settle in, and embrace the epic. 🤘

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This week on Heavy Metal Tones, host @metalheadspc sits down with the internet’s favourite extreme metal authority, Death Metal Mum. From crushing riffs and brutal vocals to breaking down death metal for new fans, we explore how she became one of the genre’s most trusted and entertaining voices online.

We talk bands, scenes, gatekeeping, discovery, and why heavy music continues to find new blood in unexpected places. We also dive into her massive presence on social media and her own podcast, where she keeps spreading the gospel of all things death metal. Honest, passionate, and heavy as hell—this is one you don’t want to miss. 🤘

Find Death Metal Mum online:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deathmetalmum?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Instagram: https://www.threads.com/@deathmetalmum?xmt=AQF0jIAs93DoBTPyxdEor8XgIRT1azJcy4GMvxRmjvlmOV0

Podcast: https://youtube.com/@metalheadspc?si=SxvrnL3Lv3-q-UPV

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In this episode of Heavy Metal Tones, I dive deep into one of metal’s most overlooked and important stories: Black Death, widely recognised as the first African American heavy metal band. Rising out of Cleveland’s underground in the early ’80s, Black Death carved their own path through raw riffs, NWOBHM-inspired energy, and pure DIY determination.

The focus is on their one and only full-length release, Black Death—a cult classic that blends speed, grit, and attitude, while standing as a landmark moment in metal history. I talk about the band’s origins, the obstacles they faced, why this album matters just as much now as it did back then, and how Black Death earned their place in the heavy metal timeline.

An essential listen for anyone who loves digging into metal history beyond the usual headlines. 🤘

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