🎸 Signals From Mars – Episode 436: Vinyl Haul (October–Christmas Edition) 🎸

In this episode of Signals From Mars, I dig into my latest vinyl haul, covering records added to my collection from October through Christmas. This is a pure vinyl-focused episode, spotlighting albums picked up over the past few months and the stories, memories, and motivations behind each addition.

As always, this isn’t just a list of records — it’s a conversation about vinyl culture, the joy of collecting, revisiting classic albums, discovering new pressings, and why physical media still matters in a digital world. From longtime favorites to recent finds, every record has a story.

If you love vinyl collecting, crate digging, and deep dives into music culture, this episode is for you.

💬 Leave a comment and let me know what records you’ve picked up recently or what’s currently spinning on your turntable.

🤘 Patron Shout-Outs

A huge thank you to the Signals From Mars Patrons who support the show and help keep it independent, community-driven, and listener-funded:

Steven Sailer Steve Hoeker Jeremy Weltman Mike Jones Brad Dahl Mark Strigl Gabriel Ruiz Chris Vaglio Metal Dan Johan Ederström Ed Ferguson Anthony Mackey Toni Espin Sean Richmond

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🎙️ Signals From Mars – Episode 435

Hour One: 2025 Hard Rock & Heavy Metal Recap

In Episode 435 of Signals From Mars, Victor is joined by longtime patrons Brad Dahl, Jeremy Weltman, and Ed Ferguson for a spoiler-free recap of hard rock and heavy metal in 2025.

This episode continues the revived Hour One format, focusing on conversation, reflection, and community rather than rankings, placements, or click-driven takes.

🔥 Episode Topics

🎸 Best-Selling Hard Rock & Metal Albums of 2025

The panel discusses albums that made a major commercial impact, exploring physical sales vs. streaming, genre perception, fan loyalty, and how success is measured today — without revealing rankings or outcomes.

🌍 Top-Grossing Hard Rock & Metal Tours

A spoiler-free look at touring trends in 2025, including legacy acts, stadium vs. arena strategies, touring economics, and how nostalgia and setlists shape the live experience.

📰 Biggest Hard Rock & Metal News Stories of 2025

Victor and the panel reflect on the year’s most talked-about developments, major announcements, and ongoing legacy band narratives. (Deaths are intentionally excluded from this segment.)

🕊️ Remembering Those We Lost

A respectful segment honoring influential artists who passed away in 2025, focusing on legacy, impact, and what these losses mean to the rock and metal community — without ranking or sensationalism.

❤️ Community & Reflection

Beyond albums and tours, this episode highlights why Signals From Mars exists: music as therapy, shared fan experiences, patron-driven discussion, and keeping the rock and metal community connected across generations.

🤘 Patron Shout-Outs

Thank you to the Signals From Mars Patrons who help keep the show independent and community-driven:

Steven Sailer, Steve Hoeker, Jeremy Weltman, Mike Jones, Brad Dahl, Mark Strigl, Gabriel Ruiz, Chris Vaglio, Metal Dan, Johan Ederström, Ed Ferguson, Anthony Mackey, Toni Espin, Sean Richmond

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🎸 Signals From Mars – Episode 434

October & November 2025 Hard Rock & Metal Albums Review (Livestream)

Episode 434 of Signals From Mars is a livestream-recorded episode featuring Victor M. Ruiz, joined by Jeremy and Ed, as they catch up on hard rock and heavy metal releases from October and November 2025.

Recorded on December 12, this episode continues the show’s long-standing mission: supporting new music and keeping the hard rock and metal scene alive. Rather than living only in the classics, Signals From Mars shines a light on both established artists and lesser-known bands releasing new material.

🎙️ What to Expect (Spoiler-Free)

Thoughtful discussion on the importance of discovering and supporting new music

Honest, conversational reactions to recent releases

A wide range of styles across hard rock and metal

Friendly debate, differing opinions, and shared enthusiasm

Personal listening habits and how albums grow over time

A relaxed livestream atmosphere with real fan interaction

No rankings, no spoilers — just genuine music conversation.

🤘 Why This Episode Matters

In Episode 434, Victor makes the case that new releases are essential to the future of hard rock and metal. Without continued support for current artists, the genre risks becoming frozen in time.

This episode is about exploration, curiosity, and keeping the genre moving forward, whether you’re into classic sounds, modern production, or underground discoveries.

🙌 Patron Shout-Outs

A huge thank you to the Signals From Mars Patrons for making episodes like this possible:

Steven Sailer • Steve Hoeker • Jeremy Weltman • Mike Jones • Brad Dahl • Mark Strigl • Gabriel Ruiz • Chris Vaglio • Metal Dan • Johan Ederström • Ed Ferguson • Anthony Mackey • Toni Espin • Sean Richmond

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