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Assault City Circle pit

Assault City Circle pit

By Dez troy

Take a Chaotic dive into underground music with Dez Troy! the show consists of 3 different episode types , interviews , album reviews and what we call circle pit radio! tune in each month to learn about new artists to listen for on the horizon. See you in the pit!
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Episode 0 : welcome to Assault city

Assault City Circle pit Jan 11, 2021

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Episode 49: Vowel Heavy Band

Episode 49: Vowel Heavy Band

This week Dez and Chase review Hominid from the amazing and relentlessly talented Simian! All bets are off and expectations surpassed when it comes to this fantastically fun Metal release that no one saw coming but you don't have to take our word for it. Find Hominid by Simian on all music streaming platforms and if you can, get your hands on a physical copy with gorgeous art work by artist @Lipcannon.

Beat your chest like a hominid with too many bananas and We'll see you in the pit!

Dec 20, 202330:50
Episode 48: Water Polo & Hockey

Episode 48: Water Polo & Hockey

This week Dez interviews salt lake water polo legends, ice hockey assassins and all around bad ass metal dudes: Simian! Strap in for some tasty heavy tunes and the stories behind them.

Find the new album Hominid everywhere you stream music and tell the boys how much you love it!

Mosh like monkey and We'll see you in the pit


Dec 06, 202301:14:24
Episode 47: Tones Are In The Fingers

Episode 47: Tones Are In The Fingers

This week Dez and Chase review the latest album from Necrowolf and quickly go off the rails! Go now and listen to Esoterror, available everywhere you get your head bang material!

Enjoy the show and we'll see you in the pit!


Apr 26, 202337:27
Episode 46: Forbidden Turtle Knowledge

Episode 46: Forbidden Turtle Knowledge

This week Dez is interviewing Assault city favorites Necrowolf! The have a new album to tell you about, plenty drunken debauchery and even some special sauce if you can afford thirty five cents a pump.

We'll see you in the pit!


Apr 12, 202301:41:17
Episode 45: French Town Salt Lake

Episode 45: French Town Salt Lake

This week Dez and chase are doing a Quick review of 'From Which Nightmares Crawl' From Local Death Metal Masters Sacrilegion! Things get off the rails real fast cause Dez is too high and Chase wants to sing! 

Strap in for something Heavy & Ridiculous and we'll see you in the pit! 

Dec 28, 202233:25
Episode 44: Long Pretentious Names

Episode 44: Long Pretentious Names

This week Dez interviews local Death Metal Juggernauts Sacrilegion! This episode was recorded back in April but we've been sitting on it to quardinate with their latest release. learn a bit about these home town heroes, dig into brand new tunes and we'll see you in the pit! 

Dec 07, 202201:18:18
Episode 43: Squat Death

Episode 43: Squat Death

This weeks episode is supposed to be a review of Brennen Conlees Ep Festering but quickly turns into laughs between old friends, studio tips and even some terribly timed jokes. 

Remember kids if you work hard enough you can Squat Death and we'll see you in the pit! 

Oct 26, 202245:50
Episode 42: Get Big

Episode 42: Get Big

This week Dez and Chase ring in the spooky season with fun interview with guitarist, vocalist and song writer Brennen Conlee! Talking everything from the good old days, future music, sleeping routines and writing on the toilet. This ones a wild ride but a fun one you don't want to miss. 

Grab your bathroom notebook, clench your cheeks and we'll see you in the pit!

Oct 12, 202201:11:29
Episode 41: I Am Ryan Gosling

Episode 41: I Am Ryan Gosling

Join Dez Troy for a lively interview with some newcomers to the salt lake city scene Image/Intent. they'll talk about your favorite movie stars inspiring the hits and an accidental band formation thats too damn good to be true! 

Wake up, Time to Die! and we'll see you in the pit! 

Aug 10, 202255:16
Episode 40: Mummy Money Moves

Episode 40: Mummy Money Moves

We're back in the reviews game and what better way to bring em back then with one of our favorite bands? This week Dez, Mick and chase are reviewing the album Tomb and single Pick Your Poison by Salt lakes own Mummy! Grab your scarabs and we'll see you in the pit! 

Jul 27, 202237:49
Episode 39: We Want To Be Brendan Fraser

Episode 39: We Want To Be Brendan Fraser

This week Dez Interviews local Metal Monsters Mummy! These guys are a little soft spoked and shy but the music is a bombastic assault on the brain! Enjoy the hard hitting heavy tracks and listen close between songs for a closer look at one of the best bands on the forefront of heavy in SLC.

Get your bandages wrapped tight and we'll see you in the pit! 

Jul 13, 202244:15
Episode 38: No Comment

Episode 38: No Comment

Dez Sits down with Paige and Matt of Salt lakes own Violent Unrest! Get to know one of the most exciting local bands bringing the scene together one show at a time.  Spoiler alert the next album is all dark wave and we'll see you in the pit! 

Jun 08, 202245:00
Episode 37: Multiverse Of Sadness

Episode 37: Multiverse Of Sadness

This weeks music news is mostly bummers and for that we apologize but Dez, Mick and Chase are going to try to make you laugh anyway.

Keep your local scene safe for everyone and we'll see you in the pit! 

May 25, 202242:54
Episode 36: Finger Painting Josh

Episode 36: Finger Painting Josh

This week Dez is back with another fun interview with Goat Hill Massacre from Denver Colorado! We'll talk about paint can drum sets, Racists in California and maybe a Russian or two. Grab a beer and we'll see you in the pit! 

May 11, 202201:05:25
Episode 35: Lookin Good King

Episode 35: Lookin Good King

This weeks music news is riveting! featuring News man Chase Williams and The Bitch of Wrecked podcast Shawnee clark. along with the opinions of Nu-metal stars and Why a singing Ron Weasley is in court, you'll also hear a very amateur review of studio 666 from The Foo Fighters. R.I.P Taylor Hawkins. 

Don't be a seven year old with a beard and we'll see you in the pit! 

Apr 06, 202250:59
Episode 34: Scatter Brain Bebop

Episode 34: Scatter Brain Bebop

This week host Dez Troy sits down with Scatter: lead vocalist, bass player and founder of the salt lake punk rock power house The Usurpers! They talk new music 80s movie villains and even some boobs! 

Enjoy the show Punks and Rouges and we'll see you in the pit! 

Mar 16, 202201:08:19
Episode 33: Orange Man Group

Episode 33: Orange Man Group

This week Dez is joined by Chase and Mick to of course talk about the music news. The boys start a band using only PVC and citrus Dave Grohl makes metal and Chris barnes continues to be the Donald Trump of Metal. All this and more on this weeks Assault city! 

See you in the pit! 

Feb 23, 202201:04:27
Episode 32: Gumption & Gravy

Episode 32: Gumption & Gravy

This week Dez sits down with Sam and Nate of Salt lake city based Metal powerhouse Pinewalker! Not only will you get a great interview but you'll  learn about Canadian cuisine  and hear Dez Break a smoking Device proving once again with great podium comes great responsibility to your glass.

 This is just the tip baby so prepare for hell and we'll see you in the pit! 

All music on this and every episode of Assault city circle pit appear courtesy of The artist. please find them on band camp and social media to help support underground heavy music! 

Feb 09, 202201:52:09
Episode 31: Prison, Rehab or Bust

Episode 31: Prison, Rehab or Bust

We're finally back with band interviews and this one is tasty! Dez sits down with Spencer and Tyler of Narc (Power Violence) and Bogus (Punk) get the skinny on new tunes from both bands, a big crazy festival coming to the SLC in April and maybe some noodles in a half pipe. 

Confused? me too, See you in the pit! 

Jan 12, 202201:13:50
Episode 30: Dliford The Yule Cat

Episode 30: Dliford The Yule Cat

Its another news day with Dez ,Mick and Chase joined this week by our good friend Shannalee. Things get all holy jolly when we all talk our favorite  Christmas songs followed by making fun of Corey Taylor, the return if Celtic frost, and a giant cat that eats people! 

Interviews return next episode thank you for your patience. What Holliday wonders await you in Assault city! 

See you in the pit 

Dec 22, 202101:20:21
Episode 29: Dads Dead LOL

Episode 29: Dads Dead LOL

This week Dez Sits down with Chase Williams and Mick Hooligan to talk music news including 

Christian Marilyn Manson, Paul Stanleys family feuds and Deadly rap shows!

Get ready for some fun this week and we'll see you in the pit! 

Nov 24, 202158:32
Episode 28: Halloween Special 2021 Part 2 - Fish Sandwich?

Episode 28: Halloween Special 2021 Part 2 - Fish Sandwich?

The Second and final part of the 2021 Halloween Special, Dez interviews Connor and McKae of False Witness from Logan Utah. Not only is the music Heavy enough to scare your parents but these dudes love the halloween season and all things horror making them the perfect guests to get us in a spooky Metal mood! 

Don't eat the Fish sandwich and We'll See you in the pit! 

Oct 27, 202102:15:08
Episode 27: Halloween Special 2021 Part 1 - F'n Goth Kids

Episode 27: Halloween Special 2021 Part 1 - F'n Goth Kids

Its finally spooky season! and what better way to ring it in than with an interview with Salt lakes resident "Goth Kids" Arsenic Addiction! We talk horror movies, costumes you wear for an hour at a time as well as a complete history of the band including what spooky scary fun to expect in the future! 

Grab your Head Dress,Get ready to sing about death and we'll you in the pit! 

Oct 06, 202102:45:54
Episode 26: Blasphemy in Portland

Episode 26: Blasphemy in Portland

This week Dez is joined by Dylan 'Demon' Dawes and Chase Williams of Disengaged along with mutual friend Sarah Yamamoto talking Music news. No reviews those are moving to our new show lead melodies coming soon, so enjoy the ever evolving chaos that is Assault City! 

See you in the pit! 

Sep 22, 202148:05
Episode 25: The only van in Kansas

Episode 25: The only van in Kansas

This week Dez is interviewing Ryan pigott of Salt lakes own Chronic Trigger! You'll hear tales from the road, Crazy cops, gigs that went south fast and learn the legendary origin of the name CHRONIC TRIGGER! 

See you in the pit!  

Sep 08, 202101:05:35
Episode 24: Circle pit radio w/ Dan Kenosha - cold pop

Episode 24: Circle pit radio w/ Dan Kenosha - cold pop

This week Dan Kenosha takes you on a fun little ride through some killer Punk rock and heavy ass Metal! 

This episode features music from Project sell out (CA), Soldiers of destruction(NV) and Goat hill massacre (CO) With permission from the artist. please find these bands on band camp to support them directly.

See you in the pit! 

Sep 01, 202130:48
Episode 23: Step Husbands Part 2- Pussy Slick Orgasm

Episode 23: Step Husbands Part 2- Pussy Slick Orgasm

This week Dez is once again joined by Eric "The Unit" Norris to review a couple of Erics Most recent punk rock favorites. We dive into Project Sell Outs - Soul doubt, Then we get Crazy with Cause and Effect by Soldiers of Destruction! After wards we get into music news including a surprising amount of Dead Rock Gods and Stupid things said by "The Nuge" not to mention a special announcement at the end of the episode! 

Please Follow and support The artists in any way you can these bad ass bands Deserve the love! 

See you in the pit! 

Aug 18, 202101:42:22
Episode 22: Flaccid was never erect

Episode 22: Flaccid was never erect

This week Dez is joined by Destiny echo of Pop Philter podcast and Eric Norris of Wrecked podcast on the road in Denver recording at Creative density studios.

We're interviewing Josh walton of Goat hill massacre and B.O.A.R, He gives us the details on the best bands from Denver, the most fun places to play in town and even a look at the inner workings of his musical future.

Check out "episode 2: Goat purge" for a full review of Goat hill massacres Slaughter, rinse, repeat 

See you in the pit! 

Aug 11, 202153:31
Bonus episode : I need this (Tribute to Joey Jordison)

Bonus episode : I need this (Tribute to Joey Jordison)

This week Dez is joined by his band mates Dylan and Justin as well as Nate perkins of Winter light and Pinewalker to talk about the unfortunate passing of Joey Jordison the original drummer of Slipknot. this ones a bit more somber but we try to have fun with some fun facts you may not know about Joey and personal stories about how his legacy lives on around the world with everyday metal heads. 

Hope you all enjoy this bonus episode and we'll see you in the pit! 

Aug 04, 202102:43:39
Episode 21: Circle pit radio w/ Lynda Kathleen

Episode 21: Circle pit radio w/ Lynda Kathleen

Lyndas back in the studio spinning some heavy tracks.

This episode features song from: 

Devils of loudon (WA) 

Crow killer (UT) 

Necrowolf (UT) 


All music on this episode is played with permission from the artists. please follow these artists on all social media and show them some love in the merch store. until next week we'll see you in the pit! 



Jul 21, 202159:27
Episode 20: Step husbands

Episode 20: Step husbands

This week i'm hanging out with my good friend Eric Norris of Salt lake punk cast, Wrecked and of course his bad ass band Anonymous!

We're reviewing some really killer tunes starting with 'Enduring creation' by The Devils of Loudon (WA) then we let Eric go off for a bit about his #1 pick for 2020 'Enslaved to one' by Crow killer (UT) 

After reviews we get into the News and It gets a little silly but i can promise you don't want to miss the fun! 

See you in the pit! 


All music on this Episode is played with the permission of the artist.

Help support these artists by following them anywhere you get music and keep the underground alive!

Jul 14, 202101:40:59
Episode 19: Power house of energy

Episode 19: Power house of energy

This week i'm interviewing local thrashers Necrowolf! 

Get to know these goofy talented dudes in their own words in an interview you can only find in Assault city! 

See you in the pit! 🤘🏻


Jul 07, 202101:13:44
Episode 18: Circle pit radio w/ Buck -ballad for a lot lizard

Episode 18: Circle pit radio w/ Buck -ballad for a lot lizard

This weeks episode hosted by buck truckinton features not only great tunes from Utah, California and Ohio but a short preview of our networks patreon content.

Jump in the cab and enjoy tunes from:


Life has a way (UT) 


Helion prime (CA)


Mobile death camp (OH)


Psykosylum (UT)



Jun 23, 202151:59
Episode 17: Thank you for all you boobs

Episode 17: Thank you for all you boobs

its reviews week and Dez is sitting down with Joe Feil of Moon wizard and we're talking about some bad ass punks! First up is home town favorites  from Salt lake city: Life has a way and their 2019 Ugly then we crank up the heavy with Mobile Deathcamp from toledo Ohio and their 2016 album Summon the destroyer! 

all music used on this episode was used with the express permission from the artists. 

Jun 16, 202146:23
Episode 16: May Contain milk

Episode 16: May Contain milk

This weeks interview is with Chad Bill Anderson of power metal sensation Helion Prime! 

We get into his past projects new music and even some talk of irritable bowels.

Obviously this episode is very serious, 

See you in the pit!  

Jun 09, 202101:06:48
Episode 15: Circle pit radio w/ Johnny and Shawnee

Episode 15: Circle pit radio w/ Johnny and Shawnee

This week Johnny Rico is joined by Shawnee Clark of Wrecked podcast for a frantic yet spooky dive into some heavy tunes from across Utah. 

Bands Featured on this episode 

Power beer - Street punk, Salt lake city UT

False witness - Metal, Logan UT

Arsenic Addiction - Metal,Magna UT 


All music played on circle pit radio is played with permission from the artist. 

Please support these artists follow them on Spotify or hit band camp for physical copies 


May 19, 202154:47
Episode 14: Spooky toaster gorilla man regeneration machine

Episode 14: Spooky toaster gorilla man regeneration machine

Its reviews week and my guest is my brother from DiseNgaged Chase Williams!

We're reviewing 'XIX' by Arsenic Addiction (UT) and 'In the company of snakes' by False witness (UT) aswell as issuing a formal apology to the best boobs of the pandemic and checking in with Freddy the fish.

Enjoy some madness Straight out of Assault city and i'll see you in the pit! 

May 12, 202159:44
Episode 13: Why do they call him The Gavel?

Episode 13: Why do they call him The Gavel?

This week Dez Sits down with Preston and Zac of Salt lake Street Punk sensation: Power Beer!  

You'll learn about tour life, improvised van repair, the man they call the Gavel and the power of friendship and beer.

Listener beware this episode has the power of beer and may lead to increased partying and a love of Punk.

See you in the pit!

May 05, 202150:15
Episode 12: Circle pit radio w/Dan Kenosha

Episode 12: Circle pit radio w/Dan Kenosha

This week our good friend Dan is playing some heavy tracks to get you moshing wherever you're listening so listen responsibly! 

this episode Features music from Beekeeper , Witch ripper and Anonymous all music appears with full permission from the artist. 

Crank it up! bang your head! and ill see you in the pit!! 

Apr 28, 202101:02:16
Episode 11: Unprecedented Aggressiveness

Episode 11: Unprecedented Aggressiveness

This week Dez is joined by Brennen Conlee of Dipped in whiskey to review Slaves to the nothing by Bee Keeper (CA) and Homestead by Witch Ripper (WA) a ridiculous combo of dynamic thunderous heavy metal you don't want to miss! 

So crank it up and we'll see you in the pit! 


 

Apr 21, 202101:01:24
4/20 Spectacular: Half man half belt

4/20 Spectacular: Half man half belt

Its a THC riddled cast Featuring special guests Moon wizard! pack a bowl and spark it then join us for some tasty jams, bad jokes and yes armpit farts!

See you in the pit!  

Apr 14, 202101:53:23
Episode 10: Its not delivery its a heart attack!

Episode 10: Its not delivery its a heart attack!

In this weeks episode Dez interviews Eric, Tyler and Ethan from Salt lake cities own ANONYMOUS. 

Be warned this episode is extra fun, listen at your own risk.

See you in the pit!  

Apr 07, 202101:13:16
Episode 9: Circle pit radio w/ Lynda Kathleen and Mick Hooligan

Episode 9: Circle pit radio w/ Lynda Kathleen and Mick Hooligan

On this months Circle pit radio Guest DJ Lynda Kathleen is joined by Mick Hooligan a fun free for all of heavy music from Salt lake city! 

this episode includes music from : The Usurpers, Mandalore, Captain Daniels and the sunnybrook sailors, Anonymous, Power beer  and a circle pit radio exclusive premiere track From Founders of Ruin. 

All music used on the episode was provided by the artist with permission for use on Circle pit radio. 

find all these artists on spotify, apple music and band camp to show your support any way you can! 

See you in the pit!

Mar 17, 202139:04
Episode 8: Mandalorians, Usurpers and Hooligans! Oh my!

Episode 8: Mandalorians, Usurpers and Hooligans! Oh my!

This week Dez is joined by former co-host Mick Hooligan to review some of the best punk and hardcore that Assault city has to offer! 

Band featured on this episode include Mandalore and The Usurpers.

all music featured on this episode provided by the artist with full permission for use.

find Mandalore on Spotify itunes and band camp.

go to Usurpers.com for a free download of Future wars 

Mar 11, 202133:37
Episode 7: Return of the Lobster King

Episode 7: Return of the Lobster King

Starting March off right Dez interviews the Irish bastard himself  Parker McIntyre of Captain Daniels and the Sunny brook sailors and Founders of ruin! This weeks conversation goes off the rails at the drop of a hat so be ready for twists and turns.

See you in the pit!

Mar 03, 202101:10:20
Episode 6 : Circle pit radio w/ Buck Truckinton

Episode 6 : Circle pit radio w/ Buck Truckinton

This week Guest DJ Buck Truckinton hosts a head bangin, skull crushing, thrash fest  Featuring Necrowolf (UT) ,Draghoria(CO) and Sacrilegion (UT)

 Get ready to head bang and crank up Circle pit radio! 

See you in the pit!

Feb 24, 202149:54
Episode 5: Warriors of Colfax

Episode 5: Warriors of Colfax

This months reviews are a nonstop Heavy Metal thrash fast! Dez is reviewing an EP from Draghoria(CO) and the full length debut from Necrowolf(UT).

 as if that wasn't enough were joined by Dylan "Demon" Dawes of DiseNgaged who is quite the blabber mouth. 

All kinds of fun and heavy music as always on this weeks Assault City Circle Pit! 

See you in the pit 

Feb 17, 202144:02
Episode 4: The True Survivors

Episode 4: The True Survivors

This week our host Dez troy went to the bar with the boys from Sacrilegion got a little frisky and turned on the mics . Enjoy the drunken banter of bar buds and maybe learn a bit, about what? we dont know the band? Venezuela ?

See you in the Pit!

Feb 10, 202140:57
Episode 3: Circle pit radio w/Johnny Rico

Episode 3: Circle pit radio w/Johnny Rico

We are joined by guest DJ 'Johnny rico' for the first ever circle pit radio displaying all the talent of the first month of season Two.

this episode includes songs by Pinewalker ,Winterlight , Sacrilegion , Knellwraith, Unceremonial, Goathill massacre, and Blood purge , all songs appear with full permission from the band.

please find these artists on Band camp, Spotify and Itunes SUPPORT UNDERGROUND MUSIC 

See you in the pit 

Feb 03, 202145:32
Episode 2: Goat purge

Episode 2: Goat purge

This week i'm reviewing Slaughter, rinse, repeat by Goat hill massacre of Denver Colorado and Maniacal carnage by Utah based Blood purge. im also joined by Nate Perkins of Pinewalker/winter light to hear what he has to say about these two heavy as hell CDs.


Feb 03, 202132:34