The Metal Forge - 374 - Witch Ripper

The Metal Forge - 374 - Witch Ripper

From The Metal Forge® by The Metal Forge®

April 10, 2026 · 2h 5m · Episode 374

About this episode

The episode features an exploration of WITCH RIPPER's new album and their musical influences.

WITCH RIPPER's third album, "Through the Hourglass," showcases their ability to blend captivating melodies, catchy riffs, and various metal subgenres, aligning them with bands like MASTODON and BARONESS while also channeling influences like QUEEN and COHEED AND CAMBRIA. The album continues the narrative from their previous work, exploring themes of time and existence. Formed in Seattle in 2012, the band gained attention with their EP and debut album and achieved global recognition with their second release. They've toured with prominent rock and metal bands and are planning a U.S. tour and potential European shows to promote the new album, reinforcing that metal music remains vibrant. Official Links: Bandcamp: https://witchripper.bandcamp.com/ Metal Archive: https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Witch_Ripper/3540359018 Passionate about metal? You'll want to tune in to Flamekeeper™, the show that's electrifying the airwaves. As the host, MRJ brings an unparalleled enthusiasm and deep knowledge of the genre, captivating listeners with every episode. With a penchant for spotlighting up-and-coming artists and hosting insightful interviews, MRJ has cemented Flamekeeper™'s…

People in this episode

Host: MRJ

Topics covered

  • metal music
  • album review
  • band interview
  • music influences
  • tour plans

Keywords

  • WITCH RIPPER
  • Through the Hourglass
  • metal subgenres
  • Seattle band
  • album review

Sponsors

Ageless Art Tattoo

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WITCH RIPPER, MASTODON, BARONESS, QUEEN, COHEED AND CAMBRIA, Flamekeeper™

Books & works: Through the Hourglass

Places: Seattle

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