IoMP 61: 6 Canadian Metal Bands You Need To Hear This Canada Day
You know Canada for hockey, maple syrup, and politely saying sorry—but what about our metal scene? In this Canada Day special, Collin and Tom crank up the distortion and wave the maple leaf high as they dive into all things gloriously Canadian: beavers, Cobra chickens, and the strange unholy alliance between Tim Horton’s and Ryan Reynolds. But most importantly, they spotlight six essential Canadian metal bands you need to know.
From the rising melodic death/thrash of Lutharö and the technical wizardry of Protest the Hero, to the crushing live power of Duskwalker, the classic heavy metal stylings of 3 Inches of Blood, and the relentless heaviness of Québec’s Kataklysm (plus a nod to Ex Deo), all the way west to the underrated but incredible Striker—this episode is your ultimate guide to discovering Canadian metal, coast to coast.
Whether you're a diehard Canuck metalhead or just looking to expand your playlist beyond the usual suspects, this episode is packed with fresh favorites, headbang-worthy riffs, and some good ol’ patriotic fun.
Hit play below and discover the True North’s loudest exports—you just might find your new favorite band.
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