Episodes

WHEELER’s sound bypasses the trends to focus on one singular mission: writing rock music that hits you straight in the gut. This is WHEELER—a powerhouse that expertly carves out a space between the grit of post-grunge and the soaring scales of modern hard rock. His sound is a masterclass in balance, pairing driving riffs and cinematic melodies with lyrics that don't shy away from the heavy lifting. He’s street ready with a brand-new single that promises to be as explosive as it is honest. ...

Formed in Raleigh in 2011, our guests are a four-piece powerhouse with the raw fury of ‘80s hardcore, the grit of ‘90s grunge, and that classic ‘60s garage bite. With 15 years of tearing up stages across the Carolinas and Virginia, an EP and full-length under their belts, and a fresh deal with River Monster Records, they aren’t slowing down. In fact, they’re heading back into the studio this year to do it all over again. This is Machinegun Earl! All this plus more! Band information: ...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 47: Award-Winning Author Michael Thompson “Chicken Boy” Michael Thompson is an award-winning author and illustrator whose imagination knows no bounds. Whether he’s behind the pen, the microphone, or the camera, his storytelling thrives on a single, compelling hook: taking ordinary characters and plunging them head-first into extraordinary situations. Now, he’s coming full circle! He returns to the series that started it all, celebrating the launch of th...

Prepare to be captivated by the intriguing nightmarish bovine tale of terror of “Moo.” Author Dustin Grammer brings us a new and original story that will certainly entertain and paint a new picture of when unsuspecting monsters that hunger for something more than pasture grass. Vine, Alabama will never be the same. All this plus more! MOO: https://www.amazon.com/Moo-Dustin-Grammer/dp/B0GMQRJPJJ/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.twY-vLNAAjtg8clTLxfpx8bCG6xgu5cldvvdZgQLNmErTPy_dWJ2H1Sp4-vX8mYTM8Cs...

Most kids outgrow their childhood monsters. But our guest just started giving them names. Writing horror since the fifth grade, author Steve Wyffels has turned a lifelong obsession into a masterclass in tension. He hit the ground running with his debut, “The Placebo Effect”, and never looked back. But he doesn’t stop at just one style of scare. From the adventurous chills of “The Treehouse Labyrinth” and “Eight Days Too Late”, his work spans the entire spectrum of the genre. All this pl...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 44: Pit Lord - Barbecue Death Metal from Davenport, Iowa From the depths of Davenport, Iowa, emerges the heaviest two-piece to ever grace the charcoal universe. With a divine hunger, our guest’s mission is simple: to spread the message of Smoke and Flavor across the charred remains of the earth. Their sound is a relentless sonic dry-rub, engineered to crush the vegan armies standing in their way and leave nothing but well-seasoned bones in their wake. The gri...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 43: The Creeping Chaos Since 2014, The Creeping Chaos has been a relentless force in the Michigan hard rock scene, carving out a reputation built on raw energy and volume. With three powerhouse albums already under their belt, they’ve shared the stage with industry legends like Megadeth, Lamb of God, Hatebreed, Skid Row and Puddle of Mudd. From high-octane festivals to gritty clubs one thing is certain: they are not slowing down. All this plus more! ...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 42: My Mortician Friend Jamie Jamie Arthurs has spent nearly three decades balancing two worlds that couldn't be more different. From the underground hardcore and metal scenes of Pittsburgh to the quiet halls of funeral homes in the DMV. After years of managing bands and booking tours, he returned to his roots to focus on his most important mission yet. Now a veteran mortician and preplanning expert, he joins us to share how he’s helping families find p...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 41: Metalcore Titans from Washington DC - Age of Ruin For over twenty years, our guests have consistently delivered a brutal barrage of the heaviest hits metal has ever heard. No fluff, no filler, no compromise, just pure, rhythmic devastation from the Metalcore titans of Washington, DC. Brace yourselves. We are now entering... the Age of Ruin. All this plus more! Band information: https://thisistheageofruin.com/ https://ageofruin.bandcamp.com/album/nothing...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 40: Close to the grave Out of the Texoma region are a trio featuring seasoned musicians with a sound that’s built on the foundation of classic and hard-hitting hard rock and heavy metal. Close to the grave’s music is widely available on 28 different streaming platforms as well as their music videos on their YouTube channel. All this plus more! Close to the grave – merch site: https://closetothegrave.printful.me/ YouTube: https://m.youtube.co...

They began in the humid, feverish swamps of Florida, a two-person conjuration that made a dark pact between a mesmerizing force of performance and a gifted multi-instrumentalist. Then a sound was born! But what they brewed was too potent to be contained, so their journey has led them back to the fog-kissed homelands of Virginia. Here, a powerful spell was cast, not for solitude, but to call in the rest of the flock—a summoning that brought forth a full band of beautifully strange creatures...

Bonus Overdrive Episode 38: Dustin Grammer “The Other Side of the Graveyard” The journey began long ago at “Steeds Ridge.” From there, we took a sharp turn into the “Dirt Road Tales of Horror,” for us then to find “The Structure.” And now... we find ourselves winding up on... “The Other Side of the Graveyard.” Tonight, we welcome back a voice familiar to the darkness—an accomplished author and musician who continues to craft and entertain us with terrifying new stories of dread and horr...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 37: Eddie J. Morales “Zombie Mom” From a single high school English class assignment to a lifetime of terror! Eddie J. Morales discovered his passion for horror when his teacher asked him to read his very first chilling short story to the class. The room was hooked, and a horror writer was born. He’s now a proud member of the Florida Chapter’s Horror Writers Association. All this plus more! Guest information: Website: https://www.eddiejosemoral...

Out of South Carolina comes a powerful high-volume heavy metal powerhouse with a clear, unwavering focus on their faith. Our guests bring pure, aggressive, riffs that are crushing Scripture-Based, Christ-Exalted, Metal Gospel. They use the heaviest genre to deliver what they call the metal good news. All this plus more! Band information: https://ritualservant.bandcamp.com https://roxxrecords.com/search?q=ritual+servant Diego the Podcaster: Linktree: linktr.ee/diegothepodcast...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 35: Musician Cameron McCallister Cameron McCallister was just 14, he found his first guitar and amp at a pawn shop. All on his own, he learned to play, and for over 20 years, he's been pouring his heart and soul into his music. He can play many styles, but it's his own sound that really gets you. He sings about working hard, fighting the bottle, and the good old days. Every note and every word comes straight from his soul, right from the heart of Marion, I...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 34: M. Von Lindenberg “Incendiary” M. Von Lindenberg is an author, musician, and producer that for the last twenty-plus years has written and recorded many different styles of music. His latest book “Incendiary” takes you to a time where the world is on fire and only a specialized group of firefighters are now the line between order and collapse. All this plus more! Guest information: https://vonlindy.media/home Music: Discordant Morality "Benevol...

Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 33: Mike and Arianna Fox “The Box in the Basement” Mike and Arianna Fox are masters at transforming a unique, impactful vision into something real on screen. They work across sci-fi, family, horror, drama, action, and more. Their work is full of purpose and passion; the audience knows it and feels it. Together, they bring a wealth of experience in acting, filmmaking, creative design, and production. All this plus more! Guest(s) information: Traile...

We’re diving into the shadows with Bryan the Writer who knows that a good scare is best served with a sharp mystery. He isn't here to drench you in gore but to saturate your mind in tension and dread, keeping you glued to every page late into the night. A true master of the paranormal thriller that never forgets a solid plot. All this plus more! Guest information: https://bryannowak.com | youtube.com/@bryanthewriter Bonus Overdrive Wednesday: Website: podpage.com/bonus-ov...

David J. Greenberg is a professor, screenwriter, and director who’s worked on over 60 screenplays for features, shorts and documentaries. Currently, he has a horror movie planned to film in Mexico, and a love story set to film in Atlanta, all in 2025. He’s also made award-winning documentaries and short films which have been seen world-wide. All this plus more! Guest information: https://davidjgreenberg.com Diego the Podcaster: podpage.com/bonus-overdrive-Wednesday | linktr.ee/...

Author Derek Barton has been chilling readers for years. With 20 novels to his name, he’s mastered the art of suspense and horror, crafting tales that linger long after you've turned the final page. Growing up with a fascination for the dark and the fantastical, our guest's blend of influences—from classic horror to medieval fantasy. We'll dive into these fascinating works, and uncover the secrets behind their creative process. All this plus more! Guest information: https://authorderekb...

Lawrence C. Connolly is an acclaimed author of horror, science fiction, and fantasy, with works adapted into film and stage plays, including a new play on Edgar Allan Poe premiering this November. Christopher Connolly developed the Intellectual Property for Minute-Men, an action franchise about commandos with short-lived superpowers, which is also the basis for the new novel, Minute-Men: Execute & Run, he’s also produced work for Fortune 500 companies and for the world’s top designers and per...

We're diving headfirst into the haunted heart of Dead Moines, Iowa, to unearth a band that's a truly ghoulish force: DeaD Don't Die. They’re a unique concoction in the realms of horror punk and goth rock, blending the spectral harmonies of doo-wop with the energy of old-school punk. DeaD Don't Die has conjured a sound and aesthetic that will transport you to a world where energetic darkness meets unforgettable melody. All this plus more! Guest information: https://www.sonicbids...

This story is about two rival musicians who became friends because they both loved playing metal music. Despite their shared passion, they took a different path and joined the Navy. One stormy night, in separate parts of the world, they were both lost at sea and became enslaved to Davy Jones's ghostly armada. All this plus more! Guest information: https://linktr.ee/casttosea youtube.com/channel/UCCPVVC8TKMwxKbnoHoM8-8Q Bonus Overdrive Wednesday: Spotify: https://open.spotify...

With over 20 albums to his name, Evan Allen is a prolific musician, writer, director, and filmmaker. His music has been featured in films like Lost Boys: The Tribe, and he's currently filming his next feature, A Toy Maker. His new music video "Bad Dreams" is available now. All this plus more! Make it a point to discover Cybrid, it’s a Diego the Podcaster guarantee! Guest information: IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2335750/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_5_tt_0_nm_8_in_0_q_evan%2520allen Of...