Influencers of Metal Podcast

From the shores of the Thrashers Paradise, all the way to the Metal Robot satellites!

The Influencers of Metal Podcast brings together Collin Sterling and Tom McKay for a show with laughter, crying, more laughter, and the occasional intellectual discussion.

The most fun podcast in metal. Join the fun!

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IoMP 163: What is Cannibal Corpse's Heaviest Song?

Can you really rank the heaviest songs from Cannibal Corpse? We tried to.

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IoMP 145: What Is Apocalyptica's Heaviest Song? (Yes, Really)

Collin thought ranking the heaviest Apocalyptica songs was a terrible idea at first…

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IoMP 116: What Is Devin Townsend's Heaviest Song?

What’s the heaviest Devin Townsend song without touching Strapping Young Lad?

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IoMP 96: What Is Sabaton's Heaviest Song? (Remembrance Day Special)

It’s Remembrance Day, and Collin and Tom are saluting Sabaton — the metal historians who turn real-life heroism into epic anthems

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IoMP 79: What Is Lamb of God's Heaviest Song?

Lamb of God’s discography is full of heavy hitters, but which track stands tallest?

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IoMP 63: What Is Dream Theater's Heaviest Song?

Dream Theater might be progressive metal royalty, but don’t forget—they can go heavy.