Armored Saint’s Joey Vera on the New Album, Songwriting & Metal

On this episode of Distorted Dialogue, I sit down with Joey Vera of Armored Saint to dive deep into the band’s highly anticipated new album,Emotion Factory Reset, the songwriting process, what fans can expect, and the continued legacy of one of heavy metal’s most respected bands.But the conversation doesn’t stop there. Joey also reflects on his long tenure with Fates Warning, discussing his years with the legendary progressive metal act, how the band evolved over time, and what that chapter of his career meant to him musically.We also get into Joey’s appreciation for the legendary Mercyful Fate, touching on the influence of classic metal and the lasting impact of iconic bands on today’s heavy music scene, and how he was recruited to fill in on bass. If you’re a fan of Armored Saint, Fates Warning, Mercyful Fate, classic heavy metal, power metal, or in-depth musician interviews, this episode delivers a candid conversation with one of metal’s most respected players.Topics include:⚔️ The NEW Armored Saint album🎸 Songwriting & creative process🔥 Joey Vera’s years in Fates Warning👹 Discussion on Mercyful Fate & classic metal influence🎤 The evolution of heavy metal🤘 Stories, insights & moreFollow Distorted Dialogue for more in-depth conversations with artists from across the metal world.