2025 in Review - Distortion Dads: A Metal Podcast

What this episode covers

On this episode, the Distortion Dads are back with the annual episode that highlights their favorite album releases of the year. From a list of 186 albums that span the collective metal universe, they choose their favorites for 14 unique categories. From their favorite debut album to 2024’s album of the year, Greg and Matt give their 5 nominees for each category and reveal their favorite. Did your favorite album of 2025 make the list? Is it worthy enough to be a Distortion Dads’ favorite? Find out about that and more on this episode of Distortion Dads - 2025 In review!(00:00) Introduction(10:01) 2025's albums list(20:56) Out of the Gate - Best Debut Album(26:48) Welcome Back - Best Album 6+ Years in the Making(32:27) The Underdogs - Best Album from a Band w/ 10,000 or less Spotify Listeners(37:08) The Millionaires - Best Album from a Band w/ 1 million+ Spotify Listeners(43:03) The Legacy Award - Best Band 30+ Years Old(49:56) No Stinkin' Vocals - Best Instrumental Album(55:35) The Hard and The Heavenly - Best Religious Metal Album(1:01:08) Up to 11 - Best Extreme Album(1:08:15) Beauty and the Beast & Beyond - Best Chaotic and Melodic Album(1:15:11) The Crown of 'Core - Best 'Core Based Album(1:21:37) Discovered Diamond - Best New Find of 2025(1:28:42) Distortion Daughters - Favorite Female-Fronted Album(1:34:59) Conversion Therapy - Favorite Album for those new to Metal(1:44:00) The Champ - Album of the Year

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

I'm ok

Mar 26, 2026 ·1m

REMIX: Why we over-shop and compulsively acquire, and how to stop, with Dr Jan Eppingstall

Jan 9, 2026 ·61m

REMIX: OCD and hoarding disorder with Jenna Overbaugh

Jan 2, 2026 ·47m

REMIX: Therapy and hoarding disorder - what are the options? With Dr Jan Eppingstall

Dec 26, 2025 ·78m

REMIX: ADHD and hoarding disorder with Professor Sharon Morein

Dec 21, 2025 ·46m

#207 13 actionable pieces of mental health advice from six former podcast guests

Dec 12, 2025 ·53m

Similar Podcasts

MG Show MG Show The MG Show, hosted by Jeffrey Pedersen and Shannon Townsend, is a leading alternative media platform dedicated to uncovering the truth behind today’s most pressing political issues. Launched in 2019, the show has grown exponentially, offering unfiltered insights, comprehensive research, and real-time analysis. With a commitment to independent journalism and factual integrity, the MG Show empowers its audience with knowledge and encourages active participation in the political discourse. Ask A Spaceman Archives - 365 Days of Astronomy Ask A Spaceman Archives - 365 Days of Astronomy Podcasting Astronomy Every Day of the Year French Your Way Jessica: Native French teacher founder of French Your Way Boost your French listening skills and test your comprehension with this one of a kind series of podcasts. Get the chance to listen to a real conversation between native speakers talking at normal speed AND customise your learning experience through carefully designed sets of questions (2 levels of difficulty) available for download at www.frenchvoicespodcast.com. All interviews also come with the transcript. French teacher Jessica interviews native speakers of French from around the world who share a bit of their life and passion. Where else would you meet in one same place a French yoga teacher based in Melbourne, a soap manufacturer from Provence, or a couple cycling around the world? That Hoarder: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding That Hoarder Hoarding disorder is stigmatised and people who hoard feel vast amounts of shame. This podcast began life as an audio diary, an anonymous outlet for somebody with this weird condition. That Hoarder speaks about her experiences living with compulsive hoarding, she interviews therapists, academics, researchers, children of hoarders, professional organisers and influencers, and she shares insight and tips for others with the problem. Listened to by people who hoard as well as those who love them and those who work with them, Overcome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder aims to shatter the stigma, share the truth and speak openly and honestly to improve lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Distortion Dads: A Metal Podcast?

This episode is 1 hour and 55 minutes long.

When was this Distortion Dads: A Metal Podcast episode published?

This episode was published on March 1, 2026.

What is this episode about?

On this episode, the Distortion Dads are back with the annual episode that highlights their favorite album releases of the year. From a list of 186 albums that span the collective metal universe, they choose their favorites for 14 unique categories....

Can I download this Distortion Dads: A Metal Podcast episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.