Chained Saint Unleashed: Bloodstock Highlights, Band Secrets, and Merch Collabs with Affliction

In this electrifying episode recorded live at Bloodstock in the UK, Pipeman reconnects with Chain Saint for a candid and energetic conversation. Fresh off their tour with Slaughter to Prevail, the band shares inside stories from the road, details their musical influences, and reveals what makes their sound so uniquely powerful. The discussion also covers memorable moments, wild fan encounters, and how listeners can connect with the band and grab exclusive merchandise.Main Topics CoveredTouring with Slaughter to Prevail and the experience at BloodstockThe unique sound and energy of Chain SaintMusical influences spanning thrash, hardcore, and classic metalStories from the road: the craziest, funniest, and most meaningful momentsFan interactions—explicit and unforgettableBloodstock highlights, including meeting MarauderUpcoming music releases and how to connect/support the bandKey Discussions & StoriesTouring HighlightsThe band reflects on touring with Slaughter to Prevail, calling it one of their best experiences, especially learning from seasoned musicians 00:35.Festival fun and surviving the latter half of their tour—balancing chilling and thriving on the road.Musical Style and InfluencesDescribed as a "raw ball of fire" with a unique blend of high energy, emotion, thrash, and hardcore 01:31.Influences include Sepultura, Pantera (Phil Anselmo), Suicidal Tendencies, Slayer, Anthrax, Megadeth, and Power Trip 02:42, 02:53, 03:25.Memorable MomentsA hilarious, explicit story about being asked to sign a bra at Arizona Bike Week as a teenager, marking a rite-of-passage rock moment 04:14.Best night on tour in Romania—a festival with great energy and crowd 05:08.Unexpected encounter with the singer from Marauder, who complimented Chain Saint on their set—an inspirational fan-to-peer moment 05:34.Near-altercation backstage involving a misunderstanding and a Prince song, yet handled with humor 05:57.Bloodstock ReflectionsThe camaraderie and positive atmosphere at Bloodstock are highlighted, with Pipeman emphasizing that, generally, "there are no assholes here" 06:13.Band PromotionAnnouncements about new music, continuing the tour, and a show at Dynamo Fest 07:17.How to buy merch and access exclusive Affliction x Chainsaint collaboration apparel 07:47, 08:03.Notable Quotes“It feels amazing... we're just chilling, surviving, and thriving.” 00:36"I think I said it last year, a raw ball of fire." 01:31“Thrash is a combination of hardcore, punk, and everything. ... You can blend all these genres...” 01:52“Man, let me tell you, it's been one of the best experiences because not only do we get to like play our own music, we also get to learn from some of the best, right? Very fortunate.” 00:49“Out of nowhere, somebody screams, sign my titties! Now I'm like, I'm like 17, 18 at the time. So it's like, I, I had never seen titties before, period.” 04:31"It was a big deal... he [Marauder's singer] came up to us and he was like, oh, like we killed the set" 06:50"Pipeman: ...they can't listen to my show unless they buy your fucking merch." 07:11Resources & Links MentionedChain Saint Official Website: chainsaint.com 07:42Instagram: @chainsaint 07:38Spotify: Search for Chainsaint 07:38Affliction x Chainsaint Merch Collaboration: Available on Affliction’s website—search “Affliction x Chainsaint” 08:03Music Festival Appearances: Bloodstock (UK), Dynamo Fest, Arizona Bike Week, Leyendas del Rock (Spain), festival in RomaniaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.