Infernal Symphony's Pestilence Podcast
By Dominic Bishop
Official podcast of UK one man prog doom band Infernal Symphony - The only podcast covering the UK's most prolific metal band. Covering the project's latest news and developments, insight into recording and songwriting, as well as covering varied topics such as satanism atheism and metal history, latest world metal news, politics, random thoughts, new releases from our peers in the Midlands, and more! Thanks for listening and head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com and infernalsymphony.wordpress.com for more info!! To contact us, send us a voice message or email domnavarrebish@gmail.com
Infernal Symphony's Pestilence PodcastSep 02, 2023
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S4, Episode 1 - The Origin Of Death And Getting Back Into The Fold
Hi there one and all, thank you once again Infernal Hordes for your warm welcome to yet another season of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast! This first episode of the season begins with a catch up since the last Episode in May, as we touch upon everything from our music being used in video games, to the origins of Death Metal, to the importance of being part of your local music community and so much more! Stick around for updates on the progress to the amazing sequel to May's first Dungeon Synth album 'Plaguewielder', an expose on recent album Abiogenicide and lots more. Featuring exclusive music and opinions from the UK's most prolific metal band. Ave Satanas!
Sep 02, 202328:36
S3, Episode 11 - Weilder Of The Plague!! SEASON FINALE!!
It's finally here! Hello all and welcome to the Season 3 finale of The Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast!! What a season it's been!! This bumper edition of the podcast revels in spilling all the juicy guts about our revolutionary brand-new album 'PLAGUEWIELDER - PT. I', as Demonic Bishop waxes lyrical about how the album was made, the run up to it, and reveals song titles, concepts, themes and more! We also go over all the usual suspects, including recent news and developments, the Metal Archives Deep Dives, FINALLY review the new Abduction album, and give this season a proper send off until the premier of S4 in October! Thanks for listening everyone, and until then stay close, and Ave Satanas!
May 04, 202301:14:43
S3, Episode 10 - Songs, Synths, Studies And Secret Albums!!
Another month, another episode!! This time we tell ALL about the brand new, not 1, but 2 brand new full length DUNGEON SYNTH albums we've been working on in secret! Demonic Bishop divulges all the juicy stories about this career revitalisation which has begun to breathe new life into the band and its reinvention. Also covered are new Abduction UK album 'Black Blood', a striking new extreme metal scientific study, personal news and anecdotes, this Month's Metal Archives/Deep Dives, and so much more!!
Apr 13, 202350:19
S3, Episode 9 - Origins, Overviews, The Local Scene And Music Obscene!
Hello and welcome to the penultimate episode of Season 3 of the Pestilence Podcast! An extremely varied show greets you this month, as bandleader Demonic Bishop covers everything from Black Sabbath, to the UK Metal scene and its history, to our brand new death metal album and upcoming Dungeon Synth debut 'Plaguewielder Pt. I'! We also find the time to cram in tips to help support fledgling new metal bands, the regular Metal Archives Deep Dives segment, how to write dungeon synth and so much more!!
Mar 22, 202301:04:55
S3, Episode 8 - Falling Deep In The Dungeon (Synth)
This month, we unfortunately pay tribute to the passing of my Uncle, David Laurence Bishop 1944 - 2022, artist, poet, and leader of the notably Satirical Church Of The Militant Elvis Political Party. Here I give him my own personal eulogy and memorial, and mention the eponymous album I created to commemorate this sorry occasion. Also this month, I detail my new obsession with the dungeon synth genre (helping me cope with his passing) and many other things besides. Thanks for listening everyone.
Mar 08, 202301:12:31
S3, Episode 7 - Evil Spirits Lead To Getting Breathilizored!
Welcome one and all to the 2nd episode of 2023 and your very first taste of our first-ever old school death metal album - EVIL SPIRITS. Coming out next month, here you will find your first taste of brand new debut tracks from the upcoming record, along with the usual segments, news, and interesting asides. Plus - we shine a light on an awesome, new and little-known one person metal project called RIPPINGDEXD which is allied with the LGBTQ+ community, and let's not forget the Metal Archives Deep Dive and so much more! Stay tuned, and Ave Satanas!!
Feb 09, 202301:00:13
S3, Episode 6 - New Year, New Fear
Yet another episode of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast rolls in, and with it, the start of a whole new year!! This month, metal maestro Demonic Bishop recounts his experiences and expertise from his younger days and discusses the bands and moments which got him into metal music, and how and why others should too. Also this month, we review the year ahead both for the band itself and the wider metal community. As well, we detail the brand new studio album 'Enveloped By The Rotten' as well as the usual topics. Ave Satanas and stay close infernal hordes! \m/
Jan 03, 202301:08:44
S3, Episode 5 - Metal Madness And Anti-Christmas With All The Trimmings!
Hello one and all to a very special, bumper edition Christmas/ New Year episode of the podcast, just filled to the rafters with all manner of awesome talking points and interesting musings. This extra-long episode of course talks all things Christmas and New Year, but also contains features regarding how to write metal music, how bandleader Demonic Bishop got into metal, tips for your own personal journey, an In Memoriam for all the metal icons we unfortunately lost this year and many many more. We also delve into the most recent Infernal Symphony album 'Reverie Of Damnation' and even include a shocking announcement you won't want to miss! All of this and more with the UK's most prolific metal band, so stay close, Ave Satanas, and have a fantastic Anti-Christmas, loyal Hordes!
Dec 08, 202201:23:53
S3, Episode 4 - A Changing Of The Guard
Hello all and welcome to quite an usual episode of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast - the only podcast about the UK's most prolific metal band. At the time of recording this episode, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II had recently passed away a few days prior. Demonic Bishop, sole member and musician in Black Metal band Infernal Symphony, discusses this turn of events in detail and gives his thoughts as well as the personal creative and emotional repercussions it had on him. We also cover an update on the scandalous emerging DOOM situation regarding composer Mick Gordon, as well as our newest album 'In Mortality' and the circumstances surrounding its release. Normal service will be resumed from next month. Enjoy, take care and Ave Satanas.
Nov 18, 202201:04:17
S3, Episode 3.5 - The DOOM of Id Software and the Shafting Of Mick Gordon (Bonus Episode)
Welcome back to a last-minute, unplanned, off-the-cuff episode of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast! Infernal Symphony leader and fellow musician Demonic Bishop makes a stand and stands with Mick Gordon as this week we detail the sordid details of the DOOM Eternal Ost Controversy and analyse Mick's statement in full. This is NOT your typical episode!! I have seen musicians and other freelance artists from all mediums get ripped off in the past and I will never stay quiet at injustice, so I run my mouth here about my initial thoughts and opinions regarding this huge story. Hopefully you enjoy!! Find out all the juicy details here, and Ave Satanas!
Nov 10, 202201:23:31
S3, Episode 3 - The New, The Old... And Samhain!
Welcome back one and all to yet another edition of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast, where this month its all things metal and music!! I give my brief thoughts on the brand new release from legendary thrash metal band MEGADETH as well as detail two of our own brand-new albums coming to you before the end of 2022. I'll also be delving into Halloween traditions around the world given that it is Samhain once again. Other talking points include my usual inane rambling, the metal archives website and the history of metal on the Web, thoughts about writing music, why Infernal Symphony covers themes such as medieval history and philosophy, plus all the usual fun stuff!! Ave Satanas!
Oct 14, 202252:08
S3, Episode 2 - Bloodstock, Breeding Rage, Brainwaves and Brutal Metal!
Episode 2 of Season 3 of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast! This edition, we discuss August's Bloodstock Festival 2022 as our primary focus, as well as the usual banter, insights, what's been going on in Infernal Symphony Land, as well as talk about breakout UK black metal band Abduction, how to remain inspired when writing music, and so much more!
Oct 01, 202244:07
S3, Episode 1.5 - Video Nasty
Hello all. And welcome to a new dawn for the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast!! This is a mini-episode to test video podcasting capabilities and to test the waters for what will be in store for the future. Here, to celebrate the release of our brand new album 'IN MORTALITY', band leader Demonic Bishop gives a brief rundown of the kinds of things covered on the podcast month to month, as well as gives a history of the band, updates on current events, an overview of the dungeon synth music genre and more! Stay tuned for the next audio episode coming out next month, and until then, Ave Satanas and Stay close, Infernal Hordes!
Sep 24, 202222:28
S3, Episode 1 - We're Baaaack!!!
A brand new episode of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast for a whole new era of Infernal Symphony!! Our renaissance is in full swing, an energised and revitalised bandleader and sole musical contributor Demonic Bishop is coming in your ears once again to enlighten you with various happenings within the IS camp, discussion of various topics including satanism, religion, metal, politics and more, plus as ever some musical tasters of what's to come from the Avant Garde progressive black metal band which just keeps on going!
Sep 09, 202242:38
Season 2, Episode 6 - Thrashing Through The Snow
Welcome one and all, merry fellows and Slaytanic demons alike, for a very special Antichrist-mas and New Fear themed edition of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast!! The finale of Season 2, here we cover all of the usual, varied topics and well as some very special important updates for the year ahead for the band that you won't want to miss! As well, we also review the achievements and milestones the band has reached over the last 12 months, discuss Demonic Bishop's new tattoo, reveal exciting updates to the podcast as a whole and so much more besides!! So drink that eggnog, turn off Slade and chill out for 50 minutes of brutal avant garde medieval Yuletide debauchery!
Dec 08, 202151:23
Season 2, Episode 5 - Remember, Remember, the gift of November...
Hello and welcome back to another exciting edition of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast!! This month we reveal an exciting surprise new release for free download to celebrate Demonic Bishop's 30th Birthday, as well as covering all the usual awesome Infernal Symphony news and events. We also take a look at current events including the gas and fuel shortage, Brexit, Coronavirus and so much more, as well as talk about upcoming major metal releases that I have enjoyed. We also discuss Halloween and getting older, mention our first ever published interview, reveal Demonic Bishop's first ever tattoo and showcase a track from said SUPRISE release...
Nov 05, 202147:45
Season 2, Episode 4 - Synthesis Of Horror
Hello guys and welcome again Infernal Hordes for perhaps this season's most exciting episode to date! And we unveil and go into extreme depth about the brand new and very exciting new studio album from Infernal Symphony, titled 'Horrific Synthesis' available now for download and streaming at infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com. We will be plunging into all sorts of cool info about this release including inspiration behind the alb, cool recording stories, track titles, and more, as well as showcasing some of my favourite new tracks from the album I've written, as well as some awesome information about new fellow podcasts and potential guests for the show as well as the usual local band news and comments on current affairs and religion. Thanks for listening guys and stay close Infernal Hordes!
Oct 07, 202150:19
Season 2, Episode 3 - Rant Of The Litter
Yet again another riveting episode of the Pestilence Podcast is in store for you this month!! Episode 3 of the improbable new season takes a deep dive into some brand new topics, including the coronavirus pandemic, ignorance, vaccines, conspiracy theories, religious thinking, and more! All told from the insightful perspective of band leader Demonic Bishop in his usual affable way. And, there's the little matter of the FIRST EVER TITLE REVEAL AND LISTEN to our upcoming 21st full length studio album...
Sep 03, 202148:10
Season 2 Episode 2 - Waxing Lyrical (Metal News, Band Updates, Awesome info on other cool bands etc)
Hello again and welcome one and all to the Pestilence Podcast! Remember to use the code 'infernaltwitchchannel' to unlock a 50% discount on all of our music over at infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com. Also a huge episode is in store this month as we go over inspirations, sad metal news, Lyrical Inspirations, other fun stuff and more!! Ave Satanas Infernal Hordes!!
Aug 05, 202147:24
Season 2 Episode 1 - Back With A Bang!
Hello all and welcome to the first episode of 2021!! It's been a long time coming, so strap back in the saddle and catch up on what the band has been up to for the last year or so. Featuring announcements about new albums, exciting new developments and opportunities for the band, new ventures, interesting anecdotes about the state of the world and the covid pandemic and more!
Jul 27, 202147:07
Episode 11 - Pie In The Sky
Yes, The Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast is back with another riveting episode!! This time around we delve into the origins and back story of our landmark double album 'Faust in continuation of it' s 12 month anniversary', as well as discuss the pressing issue of the longevity of bands, festivals, headliners and address the question of exactly how and why bands carry on going as long as they do. Furthermore, we also reveal the finale of our Zealots Of The Nether album trilogy, express discontent at naysayers, showcase all new music and of course, feature all our usual monthly segments, plus hint at what's to come.... All this, and more!! For more info, head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com and stay close, Infernal Hordes!!
Jun 26, 202027:27
Episode 12 - Demigod Bishop
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Jun 01, 202059:13
Episode 10 - Hail To The King
THE BEANS HAVE FINALLY BEEN SPILLED!! Welcome to another riveting edition of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast!! The Month of May brings with it change and new suprises in store! Sit down with Demonic Bishop as this month we talk about the upcoming album Laceration Coronation, rant about Youtube, find out what made our old band Incinery tick and some scandalous suprises regarding Bloodstock and its Metal 2 The Masses Competition, and rediscover our double album 'Faust' on it's 1 year anniversary. All of this and more on the only podcast dedicated to the Uk' s zaniest, awesomeist, most prolific metal band, along with the usual monthly segments and revelations galore!! Thanks for listening and supporting the podcast, enjoy and head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com for more info!!
May 04, 202001:30:02
WELCOME TO HELL - A VERY SPECIAL QUARANTINE EPISODE
Infernal Hordes, here we present a very special episode recorded during the Covid-19 Lockdown, detailing what's being going on for the band recently, how the pandemic and subsequent quarantine has forced changes and delays to our schedule, and our personal messages to you during this period of discontent. Now, onto the good stuff! Demonic Bishop also details the 5(!) brand new albums created as a result of this pandemic, plus reveals another awesome project he will be part of as well... Stay close, stay safe, and thanks for listening 😈
Apr 22, 202030:56
Episode 9 - Beaster From The Easter
Welcome back one and all to the most jam-packed edition of the only podcast dedicated to UK avant-garde metal solo project Infernal Symphony to date!! Yes, the UK's most prolific metal band is back for the second time in April with a thrilling episode, and we have a juicy phenomenal show lined up for you this time around!! Our musical success just keeps on getting bigger, as is reflected in this Easter-themed episode as we cover a massive wealth of topics including the likes of Atheism, Christianity, the Satanic Temple and the media, comparing the rules of The Church Of Satan vs. The Satanic Temple, further nuggets of recording wisdom and advice from Demonic Bishop himself, why my music will always be instrumental, a crash course on gaining and maintaining motivation and general news and updates and of course, a Satanic feature on Easter itself, plus plenty more besides!! For all of our musical endeavours, head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com and check out wordpress.com/infernalsymphony for more info!!
Apr 20, 202001:30:12
Episode 8 - A Swing And Abyss
Another brilliant podcast from the strangest metal solo project in the UK!! This month we cover our brand new album, 'Libraries Of The Abyss', plus a load of other interesting tidbits of info as well, although the episode is aptly titled this week as it pretty much serves as an introduction to the upcoming Episode 9! Your esteemed and affable host Demonic Bishop welcomes you to all manner of cool topics that we scratch the surface on this month, including the latest on the West Midlands metal scene, how we write and record our albums, the difference between Atheism and Satanism, Satanism in the media and more, plus all the usual hilarity and flip-flopping between topics that you've come to know and love from this podcast!! As ever, thanks so much for listening and be sure to head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com for more info and to listen to our music!
Apr 06, 202001:29:12
Episode 7 - Double Trouble
In an absolutely unprecedented move, here we have it!! - The best episode to date of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast, and the first-ever SECOND episode of ours in one month in history!! Bear witness to the reasoning behind this change, as well as a fantastic bevy of thought-provoking talking points this time around. Covering more varied and topical ground than ever, listen to our thoughts about an endless list of topics, from the benefits and downsides of Bandcamp as our music platform of choice, a debate about instrumental music, shoutouts to new endorsors of Infernal Symphony music, tips for aspiring musicians plus all our latest news and drama, plus... perhaps the most groud-breaking secret development to date of our career... All this and plenty more exciting suprises are in store, so what are you waiting for? Give it a listen!!
Mar 16, 202001:13:12
Episode 6 - Abbatoir Of Agony
Welcome, one and all, to a very unique and special episode of the Pestilence Podcast. Unearthed from deep within the Infernal Vault, this unprecedented special episode is dedicated entirely to an equally unprecedented release. Listen in awe to a treatise in despair as your faithful host Demonic Bishop details all the exciting hype, trials and tribulations surrounding our latest and most unlikely release, Abbatoir of Agony - The Dead Demos. A slice of equal parts history, musicianship and a cautionary tale about the limits of ability and the inspiring story of revenge, success, inspiration and self-improvement, here we delve into the hidden mysteries of the album, 6 years in the making, that almost never was. Insight into the creation of this album that shaped the band you know and love today in all it's morbid glory. All this and more on the best independant podcast about the UK's most prolific metal band.
Mar 02, 202001:27:02
Episode 5 - (Feat. Special Guest Trusten Lucius) - Libraries Of The Never-ending Discography
Hello once again Infernal Hordes, and welcome to a very special episode of the podcast, where, for the first time, we feature a special guest on the show and welcome the distinguished musician, fellow Satanist and ethnomusicologist Trusten Lucius to the podcast team! Moreover, we go over all the typical features such as the months news, upcoming releases by myself, question of the month, and more, plus delve into some juicy discussion points from across the pond with Trusten and talk about the nature of Satanic music, instrumental vs vocals, US politics, plus I go over some of my history with different bands and why solo projects are so important. Plus, there might even be a few sneaky preview tracks from a new album too... This, and so much more! Head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com for more info.
Feb 14, 202001:17:44
Episode 4 - Happy New Fear
Welcome to the first episode of The Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast of an exciting new year, and new decade full of promise, 2020!! We have a ramajammed episode in store this month, with all the usual fun fare plus featuring a listen to a selection of my personal favourite songs I've written and the stories behind them. It's also a chance to find out detailed plans about our new material for this year, plus rants about facebook and society, the scoop on our favourite gear and recording setup, some select personal memories and claims to fame, info about fellow bandcamp artists with an all-new monthly feature, and a ton more besides!! Join us for the best episode yet, and stay tuned for even more exciting updates!! Head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com for the music infernal hordes, and have a most majestic and satanic New Year!!
Jan 06, 202001:35:52
Episode 3 - Slay Bells
The Christmas 2019 edition of the newly-rebirthed Pestilence Podcast, with a double-length episode special to round off the year! We're in for a sleigh load of stuff on this most festive occassion as the band hunkers down for the chilly Christmas month, with plenty of presents in the form of juicy discussion topics to cover - ranging from Christmas' early Pagan origins, Laveyan Satanist Christmas traditions, new planned releases by the band, info about guests and podcast team members, question of the month, a discussion about concept albums, the usual monthly segments, music and random thoughts and opinions, plus tons more besides!! Head to infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com for the music, and have a great Christmas and a doomy new year!!
Dec 02, 201902:05:36
Episode 2 - Zealots Of The Nether Regions
The Pestilence Podcast has been beefed up even further! And we have even more juicy content for you this month, so welcome to episode 2! - This month Demonic Bishop walks us through everything on the new album, 'The Grand Salvation', along with a track-by-track rundown of each new track, (plus our other, sillier new album gets a mention!!), furthermore we also talk varied topics this time round such as mortality, atheism, Halloween, inspiration, dungeon synth, video games, Batushka and more!! The only podcast with exclusive thoughts, opinions and new music premiers for Infernal Symphony, be sure to listen till the end and stay close, Infernal Hordes!! Thanks for listening. Ps - apologies for the minor audio issues that plague the first half hour of the episode. Sorry!! infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com
Nov 04, 201901:26:57
Episode 1 - Transformation Of The Accidental Editing
The Pestilence Podcast is back!! Welcome, Infernal Hordes, to the new-and-improved relaunched edition of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast. And, much like the band it spawns from, this first official edition of the show features chaotic editing, mistakes turned into happy accidents, all-new music, interludes, stories and more!! This episode covers an absolute plethora of topics, including the new album 'Transformation Of The Celestial Realm', details on our recording process, the Heathen's Club, my thoughts on this month's big metal releases, the midlands music scene, Black Sabbath, The Beach Boys and more!! Thanks for listening, look out for episode #2 coming next month, and check us out @ infernalsymphonyuk.bandcamp.com. Stay Close Infernal Hordes!
Oct 01, 201955:07
Pilot - Infernal Inauguration
The inaugural episode of the Infernal Symphony Pestilence Podcast is here, for hardcore fans of my music, with topics covered including the beginnings of the solo project, info on the upcoming MMOMB compilation and more! Find out about upcoming releases, hear tales from my past and get hyped about the inner workings of my local metal music community.
Apr 27, 201839:54