What happens when metal bands put down the distortion and pick up the acoustic guitar? On this episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom explore the surprisingly emotional and powerful world of acoustic metal. From Blind Guardian’s fantasy-fueled ballad “The Bard’s Song” to the stripped-down sorrow of Slipknot’s “Vermilion Pt. 2” and Whitechapel’s unexpectedly haunting acoustic version of “Hickory Creek,” they uncover how unplugged versions can hit just as hard—sometimes harder—than the full-blown heaviness.
You’ll also hear about unexpected acoustic gems from Alestorm, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Bullet for My Valentine, and more, as well as how Lindsay Schoolcraft’s harp-driven Worlds Away redefines what “acoustic metal” can sound like.
Whether you’re a diehard headbanger or someone who appreciates the softer side of metal, this episode will change how you hear your favorite bands.
Hit play and discover the beauty behind the brutality.
DISCLAIMER: Copyright Exceptions under the Copyright Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-42), allowance is made for "fair dealing" for the purposes of criticism or review.
Check out more from the Influencers of Metal Podcast!
Lindsay Schoolcraft returns to the Influencers of Metal Podcast for a Halloween edition of What Have You Been Listening To?
From Jared Dines and Stevie T to underground creators and friends of the show, Collin and Tom celebrate the metal YouTubers, streamers and internet personalities making a difference in the community.
Collin and Tom welcome progressive musician Tom de Wit (TDW) to explore the best of progressive metal!
Sabaton brought tanks, pyro and 18 songs of Swedish power metal to Toronto — but getting through the parking chaos, opening bands and merch prices was a battle of its own.
Collin and Tom dive into their favourite September listens, revisit one massive release that narrowly missed August, and more!
Collin finally saw HammerFall headline Toronto — and somehow walked away loving them even more.
HammerFall and Sabaton are invading the GTA in the same week, so Collin and Tom are building their dream setlists!
Collin and Tom summon a whale and dive into Gojira’s discography to settle one of the toughest Heaviest Songs rankings yet.
Powerwolf has werewolves, vampires, church organs and enough Catholic imagery to make one hell of a Sunday service — but does the gimmick overshadow the music?
Some bands spend decades chasing their masterpiece. Others release it almost immediately, and never top it.
Metal meets the squared circle again as Collin introduces an extremely underprepared Tom to wrestling themes from Killswitch Engage, Fozzy, Code Orange, Megadeth, White Zombie, Metallica and more.
Forget the trade war — we’re heading south of the border to pick six of our favourite American bands!
Alice in Chains helped bring a darker, heavier sound to grunge, but does that make them metal?