EP359: Amos Rifkin of Insomniac & Deceased on Touring, Festivals & Underground Metal

In EP359, Tom speaks with Amos Rifkin of Insomniac and Deceased about life in the underground heavy music scene, balancing multiple bands, festival touring, and the realities of working as both a musician and booking agent.Amos discusses the differences between performing with psychedelic doom band Insomniac and death/thrash legends Deceased, along with the physical and mental preparation required for each project. The conversation also explores recent touring experiences with Howling Giant, festival appearances across North America and Europe, and the logistical challenges of modern touring and visa processing.Additional topics include underground music community building, aging in heavy music culture, Atlanta’s music scene, touring economics, and the importance of creating meaningful experiences for fans at concerts and festivals.Featured discussion topics:• Touring with Insomniac and Howling Giant• Playing drums for Deceased• Booking underground metal tours• European festivals and international touring• Underground music industry challenges• Metal community and fan culture• Psychedelic doom and death metal performance stylesRecommended for fans of doom metal, death metal, psychedelic rock, underground touring culture, and in-depth heavy music conversations.