IoMP 159: What Have You Been Listening To? - June 2026
Every month, Collin and Tom sit down for one simple mission: Find out what everyone has been listening to.
Simple idea. Completely chaotic execution.
The latest Influencers of Metal Podcast WHYBLT episode brings the usual album breakdowns, listener recommendations, questionable jokes, and completely unnecessary chaos — but this time there’s a special guest joining the madness.
Shay, also known as the Pumpkin Queen, joins the podcast to experience the full Influencers of Metal treatment. Not only does she bring her own recommendation, but she also gets thrown into the role of judging Collin and Tom’s picks throughout the episode.
The conversation covers everything from the atmospheric world of doom and post-metal to the technical insanity of modern metalcore. The guys dive into standout releases from bands like Devin Townsend, August Burns Red, Lindsay Schoolcraft, Monolord, Guilt Trip, and more.
But WHYBLT is never just about the hosts. The episode also features listener picks, including recommendations from the Influencers of Metal community and family members, proving once again that metal is something passed down, discovered, and shared across generations.
Whether you’re looking for your next favourite album, want to argue with Collin and Tom’s rankings, or just want to hear a metal podcast descend into beautiful chaos, this episode has something for you.
Press play, crank the volume, and join the conversation. Because the only question that matters is: What have YOU been listening to?
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