Signals From Mars Podcast

Philip Shouse

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Alex Skolnick

In Episode 445, Victor sits down with Alex Skolnick for a wide-ranging conversation that digs into creativity, collaboration, and the mindset of a player who never stops evolving. From the unique chemistry behind Metal Allegiance to reflections on live performance, artistic curiosity beyond metal, and moments that defined a legendary career, this episode balances deep guitar talk with thoughtful storytelling. We talk Metal Allegiance, Testament, Savatage, Ozzy, and The Alex Skolnick Trio.#AlexSkolnick #MetalAllegiance #SignalsFromMarsThank you goes out to my Patrons:Steven SailerSteve HoekerJeremy WeltmanMike JonesBrad DahlMark StriglGabriel RuizChris VaglioMetal DanJohan EderströmEd FergusonAnthony MackeyToni EspinSean RichmondThank you for being so supportive!🔗 Artist & Band LinksAlex SkolnickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexskolnickX / Twitter: https://x.com/alexskolnickMetal AllegianceWebsite: https://metalallegiance.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/metalallegianceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetalAllegianceX / Twitter: https://x.com/metalallegianceTestamentWebsite: https://testamentlegions.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/testamentofficialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/testamentlegionsX / Twitter: https://x.com/testament🔊 Signals From Mars LinksWebsite: https://www.signalsfrommars.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SignalsFromMarsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommarsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsX / Twitter: https://x.com/signalsfrommars

A Wilhelm Scream

In Episode 444 of Signals From Mars, I’m joined by Ben and Nuno from A Wilhelm Scream for a wide-ranging conversation that dives into the mindset behind their latest album Cheap Heat, the band’s creative process, and the many layers that make up their sound and identity.Rather than sticking to surface-level promo talk, this interview explores how the band thinks about album construction, influence, environment, collaboration, and longevity—both musically and personally. From unexpected cultural touchstones to the realities of self-producing records, this is a discussion rooted in experience, honesty, and mutual respect.If you’re interested in how bands evolve without boxing themselves into a single genre, how outside perspectives shape great records, or how chemistry inside a band develops over time, this episode offers plenty to chew on—without needing to spell everything out for you upfront.🤘 Signals From Mars PatronsHuge thanks to the patrons who help keep the show independent and listener-driven:Steven SailerSteve HoekerJeremy WeltmanMike JonesBrad DahlMark StriglGabriel RuizChris VaglioMetal DanJohan EderströmEd FergusonAnthony MackeyToni EspinSean RichmondThank you for being so supportive!🔗 A Wilhelm Scream – Official LinksWebsite: https://www.awilhelmscream.comBandcamp: https://awilhelmscream.bandcamp.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/awilhelmscreamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/awilhelmscreamX / Twitter: https://x.com/awilhelmscream🔗 Signals From Mars – Follow & SupportWebsite: https://www.signalsfrommars.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommarsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SignalsFromMarsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommarsX / Twitter: https://x.com/signalsfrommars

Hoexed

In Signals From Mars – Episode 443, I’m joined by Kat Keo of Hoaxed to talk about the band’s latest album, Death Knocks, and the evolution of their sound and lineup.We get into the sonic jump you’ll hear on this record, the creative process behind bringing April Dimmick into the fold, how that changed what the band can do musically, and how Death Knocks came together after Two Shadows. We also dig into genre labels (hard rock / heavy metal / gothic rock), the realities of coming from the Pacific Northwest, what it means having Relapse Records behind the band, and—most importantly—where you should buy the album to best support the band directly.If you’re into dark, heavy music with atmosphere and hooks, this one’s for you.#SignalsFromMars #Hoaxed #HeavyMetalThank you to my patrons:Steven SailerSteve HoekerJeremy WeltmanMike JonesBrad DahlMark StriglGabriel RuizChris VaglioMetal DanJohan EderströmEd FergusonAnthony MackeyToni EspinSean RichmondThank you for being so supportive!Hoaxed / Kat Keo LinksHoaxedOfficial Site: https://www.hoaxedband.comBandcamp: https://hoaxed.bandcamp.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoaxedband/Kat KeoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kat_keo/Relapse (Album / Store info)Relapse album page: https://www.relapse.com/pages/hoaxed-death-knocksSignals From Mars LinksWebsite: https://www.signalsfrommars.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommarsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SignalsFromMarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommarsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommarsX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/signalsfrommars