The Heavy Metal Hangover
An unscripted, weekly heavy metal themed show that’s all fun and no politics. Join Rex and Duff, friends since childhood and lifelong metal fans, while they have the conversations you have with your buddies over a few drinks. Full of random topics and hilarious stories, this show is unlike any podcast you’ve ever heard. If you want a show about heavy metal without any agenda, but loaded with laughs, this is the show for you. Rex and Duff have a beer in one hand, and a fistful of metal in the other.
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Monday Oct 27, 2025
Monday Oct 27, 2025
Get ready for another dose of high-volume heavy metal and low-budget horror! Rex and Duff are back, and this week we're digging our nails further into the coffin of Metal Horror Films, continuing our discussion on the perfect and imperfect blending of loud riffs and cinematic gore.
Then, we transition to a debate that's been rattling the scene for decades: "Built-by-the-Label" Bands. We're talking about bands that emerged from a carefully crafted marketing plan rather than the garage. Do they count? Can they make great music despite their origins? We focus on one band in particular but tough on the concept itself.
Finally, we close out the show with a round of Halloween Havoc Tough Choices! We're pitting everything spooky, scary, and seasonal against each other in our popular "King of the Mountain" format. Tune in and scream along as we make some impossible decisions!
Monday Oct 20, 2025
Monday Oct 20, 2025
Get ready to raise a glass of cold gin, throw up the horns, and celebrate the incredible legacy of the legendary Ace Frehley! This week on The Heavy Metal Hangover, Rex and Duff dedicate the entire main segment to the Space Ace, discussing his signature tone, his overlooked songwriting contributions, and the true cultural impact he had on an entire generation of guitarists. We'll be talking about his classic tracks like "Shock Me," "New York Groove," and the enduring anthem, "Cold Gin."
Following the tribute, we dive into a round of KISS-themed "King of the Mountain" Tough Choices! It's the ultimate battle of impossible decisions, where we pit iconic albums, singles, and eras against each other. Is it the raw energy of Alive! vs. the perfection of Destroyer? Dipping into the deep well of the KISS discography, Rex and Duff will crown the champion. Tune in to argue, debate, and party all nite!
Monday Oct 13, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
Rex and Duff are back and we've got a mountain of new metal to discuss! We kick off the show by catching up on some of the biggest and most exciting recent and upcoming releases, including new heat from Revocation (New Gods, New Masters), the gothic grandeur of Paradise Lost (Ascension), the extreme artistry of Igorrr (Amen), the doom-laden depth of Novembers Doom (Major Arcana), and an update on the latest from the mighty Megadeth.
Then, we dive back into the grindhouse for our horror film segment, putting the spotlight squarely on Rob Zombie's filmography—from the cult chaos of the Firefly Family trilogy (House of 1000 Corpses, The Devil's Rejects, 3 From Hell) to his Halloween remakes. We're talking horror influences, the controversial lack of metal on his soundtracks, and the undeniable connection between his unique vision and the heavy metal aesthetic. Finally, we wrap up with another round of "King of the Mountain" Tough Choices, forcing us into some agonizing metal dilemmas!