Reviews
Metallica-based podcasts don’t come better than this. Ryan J Downey is an excellent host, with a very relaxed manner that makes him incredibly easy to listen to, and is very knowledgeable and passionate about all things Metallica. He has a wide and fairly varied range of guests, from multiple...Read full review »
iMatttt via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 05/24/23
Fantastic content and so creative.
luksli81 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/15/22
Excellent info and insights on the greatest band ever, great to hear from different artists and people and relive/remember my own along with it. Still playing catch up so have many episodes to go!! Rock on Ryan great work
Phil_!654 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/26/21
Fantastic interview series that uses Metallica as a gateway to talk about even MORE Metallica. It’s brilliant.
JimmyF1982 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/08/21
Excellent content. Be prepared to adjust your volume…a lot.
jmkratt via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/15/21
Really wish I had discovered this podcast earlier. So good. Really enjoying going back and listening to some of the older ones with thrash legends like Gary Holt.
Buddy2020*** via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/30/21
This podcast is great with a nice line up of guests that delve deep into not only Metallica history, but also the history of rock and metal music in general. Very entertaining and informative. Keep em’ coming!!
Metfan34 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/01/21
Downey explores all the little trails and overgrown pathways that Metallica lifers will LOVE. Interviews with the dudes who you’ll recognize from 80’s liner notes and songwriting credits. Just a rad knowledgeable trip through all the nooks and crannies that others wouldn’t even consider.
Psychostickler via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/01/20
Love the interviews. Great interviewer. Enjoy the indepth interviews with other rock stars in a fan of and hearing about them but also their connection to Metallica glad I stumbled upon this podcast. Keep it going.
wi5eguy75 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 06/21/20
Very good podcast. I like the wide range of guests and some of their backstories relating to both Metallica and the metal music scene. I’ve learned a lot and I haven’t even listened to all of the shows yet. Keep up the good work.
SDP Yak via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/15/20
Great podcast with a really laidback and humble interviewer. 👌🏼
Nick Red (Blowsight) via Apple Podcasts · Sweden · 05/10/20
Great Podcast I am listening today to your review of the S&M2 show you went to. My aunt who passed in 1998 was a harpist in the San Francisco orchestra in the late 70’s I believe and when I was starting a band in the 90’s she wanted to see the sheet music of the music I liked so I showed her...Read full review »
baptizedbyfire75 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/24/19
Came to listen to Billy Duffy interview as I’m a big Cult fan - great job!!! Will be coming back for more! 🤟🏻
IM1WTF/TFIWM via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/04/19
Hells bells this podcast! Love it. Just when I thought I couldn’t find Metallica more interesting! Thanks bro for a hella good PC!
rjcat via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/15/19
This is a great podcast primarily because of Ryan Downey. He's a great interveiwer, develops a great rapport with each guest, with the core of the discussions being all things Metallica, but stemming into often interesting directions regarding inspirations, artistic directions, and sometimes...Read full review »
StvStcowboy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/14/19
Such an entertaining show and not just for Metallica geeks! The in depth interviews and behind the scenes stores by some of hard rocks heaviest hitters are a real treat to listen to. I’d have given my left arm to have access to something like this in my 90’s era high school days.
-=Mav=- via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/13/19
I love hearing how other artists have been influenced by Metallica but also how Ryan dives into each guest’s own music and musical journey. The Jeremiah Scott episode is a great place to start!
MartyMcFly via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/10/19
This is an excellent podcast if you are into Metal, Thrash and particularly Metallica, which is the main focus. Ryan is intelligent, knowledgeable on the subject, eloquent and his passion is palpable. He sounds like Seth Rogen too! Ryan gets quality guests on and asks very insightful questions....Read full review »
Muffino 145678 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 01/04/19
How I found this???? I think it may have been the jasta podcast. This one has me gripped with such good tales of old thrashdom. Listen dudes. Love it.
Jampotjames via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/28/18
Its nice to hear a podcast about one thing. Metallica. It is focused, entertaining, and about Metallica. Its awesome subscribe!
Blue Earth Jim Danndy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/02/18
Period
damiancolaprette via Apple Podcasts · Argentina · 10/11/18
🤘👍🤘👍🤘👍🤘👍🤘👍🤘
John Blewett England via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/07/18
I recently discovered this show and have listened to nearly half of them! Love Metallica, love the discussions, love the nerdiness! Thanks for the show!
joebellion via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/13/18
Lots of great interviews!!
zenuli via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/05/18
Great podcast, interviews are full of little unknown stories that crazy fans love to hear!
tt-ohlendorf via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 07/28/18
Whether you are new to Metallica, or have been listening for 30 years, this podcast is for you. Guests relate their experiences with the music and the band, as well as how they were influenced or touched by the band. Frankly, even if you aren’t a Metallica fanatic, the interviews are worth it...Read full review »
Thrash is back via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/01/18
I came for the Mike Portnoy interview and stayed for the impressive list of metal royalty Downey has put together. More of a frank conversation between a couple of fans, his well informed and genuine fandom reminds me of my own metal upbringing. Look forward to more!
Vndrz via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 05/25/18
Hey!! Love the podcast!! Intriguing stories about early days of Metallica by insiders, musicians and friends of the band! Ryan is a great interviewer and the flow of the conversation is great! Keep them coming please! Metallifan Erin M.
soulshineranch via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 05/14/18
Absolutely fantastic Podcast growing up in Australia we never had the knowledge of the early years of these legends you are talking to, now we do! Thanks!
@gld299 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 05/01/18
If you are a Metallica Nerd, this podcast is for you!!
Ricky Snow via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/30/18
Another great Metallica podcast! Wowee! Thank you for your passion and your effort! Can't wait to hear more! devo|germany
devolition via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 03/28/18
I’ve just found the podcast and I can’t put it down since then. Great interviews! Congratulations! Alex
alex_y666 via Apple Podcasts · Ecuador · 03/25/18
I love this podcast. Being able to hear other icons talk about the impact Metallica had on them is completely epic.
philrister4 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/20/18
Great selection of guests, great conversations that cover a wide range of topics, and Ryan J. Downey is an excellent host. A must-listen for Metallica fans.
jonesonthedrums via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/04/18
Very knowledgeable host.
Gotribe19 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/28/18
This is a superb podcast! Always with interesting people with great knowledge and some cool stories about Metallica! A must listen for any Metallica fan eager to know a bit more that hasn't already been written or documented about their favorite band over the years! Ryan J. Downey & guests always...Read full review »
Speed Metal Freak via Apple Podcasts · Portugal · 02/27/18
If you love ‘tallicA you’ll love this pod
Kenhale via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/24/18
Great pod cast not only for Metallica fans but also fans of Rock!! Love the conversations and the way it’s cut together including the audio references is great.. highly entertaining.. keep up the good work!
Mondo ManaLion via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 02/17/18
Every interview I've listend to with Ryan Downey have always been fun and interesting! He's always insightful and authentically interested which keeps me listening. I LOVE this podcast! Great interviews!!! Ryan ROCKS!!!Read full review »
thatbic via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/16/18
Absolutely killer!!
PowerSergio via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/16/18
The perfect podcast for metal heads! 🤘
Danmcclean91 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 02/07/18
seriously right on!!!
CoreYHollywooD via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/06/18
Love the guests and the content. Excellent podcast!!
twagemandrums via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/03/18
I've loved Metallica since 1986 when I first got into thrash metal. But this podcast has given me a whole new appreciation for them. Metallica is Ryan's favorite band and it's like I'm seeing them through his eyes. My teenage boys love Metallica and they are big fans of this podcast too!
Jeanette_Jordan via · 02/02/18
I’m a very casual Metallica fan but found this so much fun to listen to. It’s like listening in on a casual conversation with fans of the band and people in the know. Definitely worth a listen!
mdcxxc via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/01/18
I've loved Metallica since 1986 when I first got into thrash metal. This podcast has given me a whole new appreciation for them though. Metallica is Ryan's favorite band and it's almost like seeing them through his eyes. Every episode is great! My teenage boys are big Metallica/thrash...Read full review »
Jeanette_Jordan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/01/18
Insane guests and a great subject. Each episode of the podcast has someting special for all Metallica fans. I love the song clips and great editing. A must subscription for all Metallica and metal fans.
Tallk Toomey via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/01/18
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