Episode 458 of Signals From Mars features Victor M. Ruiz in conversation with Nick DiSalvo of Elder.

In this interview, Nick discusses Elder’s evolution from the band’s early Meteor City era to their new album Through Zero. The conversation explores Elder’s heavy psychedelic rock sound, progressive songwriting, long-form songs, doom and stoner rock roots, Massachusetts upbringing, life in Europe, creative control, independent labels, vinyl culture, production, mixing, and the band’s connection with fans.

This episode is for listeners searching for an Elder interview, Nick DiSalvo interview, Through Zero interview, heavy psychedelic rock podcast, progressive rock podcast, stoner rock podcast, doom metal podcast, hard rock podcast, heavy metal podcast, rock interview, metal interview, underground rock, vinyl records, independent labels, and modern heavy music that rewards repeat listening.

Fans of Elder, Through Zero, Lore, Reflections Of A Floating World, Omens, Innate Passage, heavy psych, progressive rock, doom, stoner rock, and atmospheric riff-driven music will enjoy this conversation about songwriting, sound, growth, and artistic identity.

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Episode 457 of Signals From Mars features Victor M. Ruiz in conversation with Pete Rizzi and Coosh from New Jersey hard rock and metal band Who On Earth.

This interview covers Who On Earth’s new album It Takes The Village, the band’s East Coast hard rock and heavy metal roots, the New Jersey music scene, working with Mike Orlando, writing music that can be performed live, revisiting older songs, physical music releases, Bandcamp, vinyl, CDs, and the importance of keeping new rock and metal alive.

Pete and Coosh also discuss the band’s approach to covers, including “Jane” by Jefferson Starship and “Hold The Line” by Toto, while sharing insight into the creative process behind Who On Earth’s modern hard rock and heavy metal sound.

For fans of hard rock interviews, heavy metal podcasts, New Jersey metal, East Coast rock, independent bands, new metal releases, and modern bands carrying the torch for classic heavy music, this episode of Signals From Mars is for you.

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Social Media Links For Who On Earth

Website: https://whoonearththeband.com

Bandcamp: https://whoonearthus.bandcamp.com

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Episode 456: Greatest Guitar Albums Countdown | Best Hard Rock & Heavy Metal Guitar Albums Ever

What are the greatest guitar albums of all time in hard rock and heavy metal?

In this episode of Signals From Mars, we present a fan-voted countdown of the best guitar-driven albums ever recorded. Listeners submitted their top 10 picks based on one key idea: if you had to introduce someone to a guitar god or shredder, which album would you choose?

Using the signature Signals From Mars points system, we rank the ultimate list featuring legendary artists, iconic riffs, and unforgettable solos. From Eddie Van Halen’s revolutionary tapping, to Randy Rhoads’ neoclassical brilliance, to Yngwie Malmsteen’s shred innovations, this episode explores the albums that shaped generations of guitar players.

We also break down:

Albums that defined the concept of the “guitar hero”

The difference between technical shredders and influential riff masters

Multiple albums from the same artists and how they impact rankings

“Guitar universes” connecting bands like Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne, and beyond

Why certain albums became essential listening for understanding guitar greatness

Featured artists and albums include material connected to:

Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Guns N’ Roses, AC/DC, Yngwie Malmsteen, David Lee Roth, and more.

Whether you’re a lifelong metalhead or just discovering guitar-driven music, this episode is your guide to the most important guitar albums in rock and metal history.

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