The Heavy Metal Hangover
An unscripted, weekly heavy metal themed show that’s all fun and no politics. Join Rex and Duff, friends since childhood and lifelong metal fans, while they have the conversations you have with your buddies over a few drinks. Full of random topics and hilarious stories, this show is unlike any podcast you’ve ever heard. If you want a show about heavy metal without any agenda, but loaded with laughs, this is the show for you. Rex and Duff have a beer in one hand, and a fistful of metal in the other.
Episodes
The 2026 Winter Games are in the books, and while Team USA is bringing home the double-gold after those heart-stopping overtime wins in Milan, we aren’t here to gloat. On this episode of The Heavy Metal Hangover, Rex and Duff are being good sports and paying tribute to the birthplace of hockey by recognizing the absolute titans of Canadian Rock and Metal. We’re taking a break from the rivalry to celebrate the bands that have provid...
This week on The Heavy Metal Hangover, Rex and Duff are taking a massive ride through the history of the Metal Gods themselves: Judas Priest. We are attempting the impossible—ranking all 19 studio albums from worst to best. From the bluesy beginnings of Rocka Rolla and the twin-guitar revolution of British Steel and Screaming for Vengeance, to the crushing intensity of Painkiller and the modern masterpiece that is Invincible Shield...
The Complete Megadeth Album Ranking. From the raw, cocaine-fueled fury of Killing Is My Business... to the technical perfection of Rust in Peace and the experimental turns of the late '90s, we are leaving no stone unturned. We’re counting them all down to see which record truly wears the crown.
But that’s not all—the wait is over, and we’re finally giving our full, unfiltered thoughts on the brand-new Megadeth album. Does Dave stil...
The year is coming to a close, and the smoke has finally cleared from the 2025 release calendar. This week on The Heavy Metal Hangover, Rex and Duff are putting their reputations on the line as they reveal their personal Top 10 Metal Albums of the Year. From the high-speed thrash of the legends to the experimental sounds that pushed the boundaries of the genre, we’re ranking the records that defined our speakers over the last twelv...
Rex and Duff are tackling a heavy question this week: Are we losing our connection to the music? With millions of tracks just a click away, we discuss whether having infinite access has actually made us value individual albums less. Do we still sit with a record, read the liner notes, and let it haunt us, or have we become "musical tourists" constantly chasing the next skip button?
We dive into how AI and streaming are changing the...
Get ready for the ultimate metal debate because Rex and Duff are etching their choices in stone! This week, we're taking on the massive challenge of building our "Mount Rushmore" of Metal Musicians. Who belongs on the sacred mountain of shred? We're talking definitive lists and tough decisions across all positions:
We'll be naming the four essential Metal Guitarists that defined the riff, the four Drummers who laid down the thunder...
Get ready for an aggressive dose of thrash speculation! Rex and Duff are diving deep into the hype surrounding the upcoming Megadeth album. While the album isn't out yet, we're laying out our predictions: Will it be a return to their golden era? Will it feature more technical fire or a return to a simpler groove? We'll break down the recent singles and updates, and of course, spend time talking about Dave Mustaine's controversial c...
Get ready for another dose of high-volume heavy metal and low-budget horror! Rex and Duff are back, and this week we're digging our nails further into the coffin of Metal Horror Films, continuing our discussion on the perfect and imperfect blending of loud riffs and cinematic gore.
Then, we transition to a debate that's been rattling the scene for decades: "Built-by-the-Label" Bands. We're talking about bands that emerged from a ca...
Get ready to raise a glass of cold gin, throw up the horns, and celebrate the incredible legacy of the legendary Ace Frehley! This week on The Heavy Metal Hangover, Rex and Duff dedicate the entire main segment to the Space Ace, discussing his signature tone, his overlooked songwriting contributions, and the true cultural impact he had on an entire generation of guitarists. We'll be talking about his classic tracks like "Shock Me,"...
Rex and Duff are back and we've got a mountain of new metal to discuss! We kick off the show by catching up on some of the biggest and most exciting recent and upcoming releases, including new heat from Revocation (New Gods, New Masters), the gothic grandeur of Paradise Lost (Ascension), the extreme artistry of Igorrr (Amen), the doom-laden depth of Novembers Doom (Major Arcana), and an update on the latest from the mighty Megadeth...
Get ready to throw some horns because Rex and Duff are back with a brand new episode of The Heavy Metal Hangover! We're kicking things off by diving headfirst into the mosh pit of live shows, starting things off by talking about Rex's recent pilgrimage to see Alice Cooper and Judas Priest. Then, it's time to dim the lights for Metal Movies!—our deep dive into films that perfectly blend metal culture and horror. We're talking cult c...
This episode Rex and Duff talk about the importance of track listings and some of their favorite first tracks off first albums that helped define a band for the reminder of their career.
This episode Rex and Duff talk about Rex seeing Pantera and their thoughts now that both have seen the updated line up. And Duff has some tough choices for Rex!
This episode Rex and Duff talk about Rex seeing Nine Inch Nails in Brooklyn and how must music does or does not connect with each host. And a tough choice from one of our listeners!
This episode Rex and Duff talk about kicking off the Halloween season by talking about the movie Trick or Treat and some other metal related horror stuff. Then we introduce our own side projects including Duff's Youtube channel Duff Dives and new plans for Rex's band Youtube Channel. All this and a tough choice!
This episode Rex and Duff talk about beer for a little while then switch gears to talk about what they look for in a perfect album.
This episode Rex and Duff talk about sentimental albums and which albums would we say are unbeatable in head to head competitions. And a tough choice for Duff that really gives him a hard time.
This episode Rex and Duff talk about how they may have been too harsh on Bark at the Moon last episode which makes them reflect on bands and albums they didn't like at first but gave a second listen to and liked them.
This episode Rex and Duff talk about Ozzy's last show, his legacy and what he meant to them. Then they give their thoughts on his solo career.
This episode Rex and Duff talk about some of their favorite albums that have come out so far this year.
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