IoMP 162: 6 Metal Bands That Are Perfect for Summer
When people think of summer playlists, they usually picture pop, country, reggae, or classic rock. But what if your soundtrack for beach days, backyard barbecues, road trips, camping weekends, and patio beers was... metal?
This week on the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom bring along The Pumpkin Queen as they set out to prove that heavy music belongs just as much under the summer sun as it does in the middle of a snowy Canadian winter. They've each put together a list of six metal bands that perfectly capture the fun, energetic, and carefree spirit of the season.
From the dancefloor-ready anthems of Electric Callboy to the pirate-fueled party atmosphere of Alestorm, the drinking songs of Korpiklaani, the hilarious musical genius of Nanowar of Steel, the tropical folk-metal madness of Trollfest, and the high-octane thrash of Municipal Waste, this episode is packed with recommendations that will have you wanting to build an entirely new summer playlist.
Of course, it wouldn't be an Influencers of Metal episode without plenty of laughs along the way. Expect stories, jokes, friendly debates, pirate ducks, questionable life advice, and enough chaos to make your neighbours wonder what exactly you're blasting through the backyard speakers.
Whether you're a lifelong metalhead looking for something different this summer or simply searching for a few new bands to add to your rotation, this episode is full of fun discoveries and infectious energy.
So grab your favourite cold drink, fire up the barbecue, turn the speakers up loud, and let us help you build the ultimate summer metal soundtrack.
Hit play now and discover which six bands made the cut—you might just find your next favourite summer anthem.
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