BONUS: Your Favourite Metal Love Songs (Valentines Day 2022)
The Metal Robot Podcast (2022-02-14) Now, I know what you're thinking – Valentine's Day, right? Ugh. But hold on to your mint condition Pantera tank-top because this episode isn't your typical sappy love fest.
In this bonus episode, we're looking at some epic metal love songs that'll get you in the loving mood. From the gritty industrial vibes of Nine Inch Nails to the symphonic beauty of Nightwish, or even whatever Pig Destroyer is doing, we're exploring the softer side of metal in a way that only the Metal Robot Podcast can deliver.
Join me as I share listener suggestions, personal favorites, and some surprising picks that'll make you rethink what it means to be a love song. Whether you're spending Valentine's Day with your significant other, your crew, or just rocking out solo, this episode has something for everyone.
So, what are you waiting for? Click play now and let's crank up the love…
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Songs played:
"Closer" Nine Inch Nails
"Until Eternity" Blackbriar
"Deadhead" Devin Townsend
"This Love" Pantera
"Love You To Death" Type O Negative
"You're My Melody" Arion
"A Little Piece of Heaven" Avenged Sevenfold
"Ghost Love Score" Nightwish
"Girl In The Slayer Jacket" Pig Destroyer
"Long Gone By" Falconer
"Close My Eyes Forever" Lita Ford & Ozzy Osbourne
CREDITS
Written & Directed by: Tom McKay
Edited by: Tom McKay
Edited with: Premiere Pro CC
Original Music by: Tom McKay
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