The Automatic Crowd

Arty and Ron explore the eclectic tastes and influences of Phil Anselmo in this very intimate interview with the man himself. Phil is a really nice guy who FUCKING LOVES METAL and he talks all about it. We also delve into his many injuries from thrashing on stage over the years, his addictions as well as racism. This was done last year in the basement of Saint Vitus Bar (so there i

Arty and Ron discuss life in the old NYHC scene with Javier Villegas, bass player, photographer and old school scenester who will see to this day out and about at NYC shows more often than not. We also touch upon Ron's sex life, ABCNORIO, Javier's travels and many other amazing factoids.... Thanks for listening and subscribe at iTunes, Stitcher or Soundcloud.

Arty and Ron were truly honored to interview the wonderful Michael Alago who signed Metallica to Elektra (amongst others) and was at the forefront of the metal scene (and other scenes as well)in the 80's and 90's. He is a huge music lover and has more stories than could fit into a 10 hour podcast. Get into this amazing episode. Happy Holidays. Please review us on iTunes.

Ron and Arty explore the epic life of Blasko, bass player for Ozzy, Rob Zombie, Zakk Sabbath (to name a few) as well as founding member of Cryptic Slaughter. He give us many an amazing story and some classic insight into the future of the music industry. Consider this impossibly long interview your first gift for the holidays. Subscribe at iTunes, stitcher or Soundcloud.

The impromptu episode! What started as guest spot on the intro to the Dan Lilker episode, turned into a 90 minute shit talking sesh with Daryl Palumbo and Justin Beck of Glassjaw. Arty and Ron nearly shit themselves at the tales of Long Island woe and international stardom the GJ boys dish out. Also a cameo from Mike D (kill your idols)....GAY CRAPPO! Get in! Subscribe at apple pod

Arty and Ron get deep with a true metal legend, Dan Lilker. Dan discusses his many musical endeavors over a 30 year history! His beginnings with Anthrax and his life through Nuclear Assault, S.O.D., Brutal truth and so many more. A true pioneer and a man who has never compromised, this is intense and awesome. Please leave comments or rating on iTunes and than you for listening.

Arty and Ron return after a few months in the sanitarium to interview the legends Jimmy Bower and Mike Williams of Eye Hate God. They discuss their love of NYHC and tell stories past and present with all their loving southern charm amongst the wonderful noises of the Saint Vitus Bar basement. Bonus intro guest (during a Glassjaw video shoot) with Staten Island legend Mike D of Kill

The 2nd annual HOLIDAY EPISODE! Episode 13 features Mantas from Venom inc. He tells us the real story of Venom (hint: they don't like Cronos). Arty and Ron make complete fools of themselves trying to keep up with this living legend. This is a great one and perfect listening for the whole family during this joyous holiday season. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes and than

Arty and Ron strike again...this time with NYHC legend (and beyond), Todd Youth. We discuss his beginnings in the NYHC scene, his time with Danzig and his current projects Bloodclot and Fireburn. Todd is a cool dude with great stories as well as being an amazing guitar player. The Automatic Crowd is now on iTunes for your listening convenience. Please leave a review and/or rating.

In this episode of the Automatic Crowd, Arty and Ron talk to former Guitar World Editor Brad Tolinski about his 25 years of meeting, interviewing and writing about the greatest guitar players in the world. He also discusses his new book "Play It Loud" which is a cultural and technical history of the electric guitar as well as his book of compiled conversations with Jimmy page calle