Decibel Geek Podcast

Chris Czynszak and Aaron Camaro have been running Decibel Geek since 2011, which gives the show a depth of back catalog that newer podcasts can't match. With 661 episodes, a 4.8-star rating from 433 reviewers, and twice-weekly releases, this is one of the most active hard rock and heavy metal podcasts around. The format rotates between several recurring segments: Geekwire covers the week's rock and metal news (Skid Row's vocalist search, Twisted Sister reunion drama, KISS developments); DBG Times is a monthly retrospective marking album anniversaries and remembering departed musicians; and then there are deep-cut episodes, best/worst rankings, and listener contests. The hosts also land substantial interviews—a recent Ace Frehley conversation being a standout. What separates Decibel Geek from the pack is the balance between legacy acts and current releases. The show gives genuine attention to bands putting out new music right now, not just nostalgia for the 1980s. Episodes range from tight 40-minute news roundups to extended two-hour interviews. If hard rock and metal from the 1960s through today is your thing and you want a podcast that covers both news and history with real enthusiasm, this has been delivering consistently for over a decade.