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I Hate Music

Jason Walton
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Agaloc
Hell's Heroes Festival
Maryland Deathfest
Death Metal
Gatekeeping
Baltimore
Food Experiences
Eddie Van Halen
Demolition Hammer
Candlemass
Twin Tribes
Solitude Aeturnus
Atheist
Sodom
Moonbladder
Prong
Primus
James Rivera

Discussions about music, life, and everything else. Hosted by Jason Walton and Nick Wusz.

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You’ve seen her behind the mixing board working with bands such as Front Line Assembly, Corrosion of Conformity, Blood Incantation, and Agalloch. She’s toured with Alice Cooper and Judas Priest. She consistently makes your concert experiences sound b... more

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*UPDATE* It happened again! Spotify, our podcast host, removed this episode from streaming services throughout the world. You can still find the original episode with all music intact on YouTube, but we’ve had to remove all music from this episode to... more

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*UPDATE* The original version of this episode was removed from all streaming services worldwide due to “recent changes with the music rightsholder.” This was the case with all three songs we played on this episode. This has never once happened to us ... more

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There are ghosts in the machine, metal in our hearts, and Beherit in our ears. On this episode we discuss a wide variety of topics from metal comic books, to IHM’s 8th birthday, Dave Matthews and Idles, advocacy for the Recording Academy, and we cele... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Woods
An audio engineer with extensive experience in live sound mixing and touring.
Episode: Episode 103 - Invasive Plants, Touring, and Passion Killers with Sarah Woods
Hunter Ginn
Musician from Agalloch, Canvas Solaris, and more
Agalloch, Canvas Solaris
Episode: Episode 98 - Pudding Ketchup on the Biscuit with Hunter Ginn (Canvas Solaris, Radical Research)
Johnny Valles
Drummer for Go Ahead and Die and Blistering Rot, passionate about various music genres and health-conscious living.
Go Ahead and Die, Blistering Rot
Episode: Episode 95 - Motocross, Drumming, Self-Care, and Death Metal Love with Johnny Valles (Go Ahead and Die, Blistering Rot)
Hunter Jin
Drummer for Uggalock
Uggalock
Episode: Episode 87 - Dare to be Stupid with Weird A.I.
Amy Dragon
Mastering engineer and member of The Recording Academy
The Recording Academy
Episode: Episode 75 - Demystifying the Recording Academy/Grammys and Vinyl Pre-Mastering with Amy Dragon

Hosts

Jason Walton
Co-host, known for his engaging discussions and insights into the music industry. He reflects on personal experiences and offers a critical ear to the evolving music landscape.
Nick Wusz
Co-host, recognized for his humor and in-depth knowledge of various musical genres. He engages listeners with witty anecdotes while discussing serious topics in music.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Ghey

    Serves me right for expecting anything metal from a member of F@galloch.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    carcinogenital
    Canada2 years ago
  • Interesting metal banter and history

    Nick and Jason have a nice banter like Howard and Robin. Very funny and interesting. I find myself stopping during listening because I look up some of these albums they mention and I start listening. I’m hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PNWMetal
    United States2 years ago
  • surely one of the best ways to discover what you didn't know

    Mister Walton and his guests are on a constant quest to expand your mind shoved into your ears.

    Interesting discussions abound about life the universe and everything.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OtherSideofElsewhere
    United States5 years ago
  • Top tier!

    Probably the best music podcast out there. Get your notepad ready, you’re bound to discover some gems of all genres.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reek of Podrefaction
    United States7 years ago
  • You won't know many of these bands

    Jason and many musician guests share super obscure music. Such a simple format leads to fascinating discussion, plus you will find hundres of bizzare and interesting bands through it. Well worth a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil Wadey
    United Kingdom7 years ago

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The show is praised for uncovering obscure music, making it a valuable resource for those wanting to discover new bands.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and engaging banter between the hosts, often drawing comparisons to iconic radio duos.
Overall, the podcast is seen as an insightful and entertaining exploration of the music world.
Many feel that the deep dives into music and personal stories enhance their understanding and appreciation of the genre.
Critiques mention occasional tangents that veer off from strict music discussions, but often add a relational aspect that fans enjoy.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 101 [Updated] - Live Podcasts, Autechre in Darkness, Marc Maron, and Castle Metal?
Q: What was the worst experience at the concert?
Autechre's performance structure felt oppressive at first, with restrictions on movement and lighting, leading to initial discomfort and concerns.
Episode 97 - Grindcrusher, Punk, and Having Enough Bandwidth with Andy Whale (Bolt Thrower)
Q: Do you feel like when you are part of a new project or something that you're expected to play a certain style, is that difficult for you?
A lot of people want their band to sound like Bolt Thrower, but I don't let that dictate my drumming style, as I prefer to explore different styles.
Episode 97 - Grindcrusher, Punk, and Having Enough Bandwidth with Andy Whale (Bolt Thrower)
Q: How did you start getting into electronic music?
I started tinkering with electronic music when I was struggling with not being able to sleep at night, and it became an outlet for venting my frustrations.
Episode 75 - Demystifying the Recording Academy/Grammys and Vinyl Pre-Mastering with Amy Dragon
Q: So I joined the Academy about a year, it's been almost two years now that I joined.
The Recording Academy has made a lot of really overt decisions in the past five to 10 years to make their membership more representative of the people who are actually creating music and consuming music.

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Frequently Asked Questions About I Hate Music

What is I Hate Music about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Offering a unique blend of music-centered discussions, this podcast explores the intersection of musical themes, personal anecdotes, and cultural commentary. Each episode features deep dives into various music genres, nostalgic reflections on significant tracks, and insightful conversations with guest musicians about their journeys and the creative processes behind their art. The co-hosts, who come from diverse musical backgrounds, share humorous stories while tackling serious topics like copyright issues, the evolving music landscape, and the emotional connections that music fosters among listeners and artists alike. Unique segments engage the audience, often encouraging them to discover new and obscure bands, making each episode a potenti... more

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