Episode 284 - Theo Van Der Loo (Ego Kill Talent)

Thunder Underground

In this episode we are joined by Theo Van Der Loo of Ego Kill Talent. We kick the episode off with a tribute to Frankie Banali of Quiet Riot, we have the exclusive debut of the new track from Severmind, we look at the lineup and announcement of the benefit for Xochiti Rodriguez, look ahead to the coming release of Metallica’s S&M2, and throw out some love for recent releases from Dryvr and Lynch Mob. In our talk with Theo he talks about the band’s recent digital live performance, upcoming plans for more video content during the pandemic, transitioning from a heavy live schedule this year to no live shows, the idea on splitting their new album The Dance Between Extremes into 3 parts, recording at Studio 606, touring with the Foo Fighters, Dave Grohl, the band’s unique writing process, playing different instruments in the live setting, how his love of Metallica helped him meet Rafeal, opening tours for Metallica and System of a Down, Sepultura, other influences on the band like Lenny Kravitz and Phil Collins, the music scene in Brazil, and a lot more! Thanks for listening, and please share! #podcast #egokilltalent #allkillernofiller This episode is brought to you by DEB Concerts. Follow DEB on Facebook and Twitter to get updates on upcoming shows at the IDL Ballroom from Phil Lewis of LA Guns and more! This episode is also brought to you by Med Pharm. Follow their Facebook page and visit medpharmok.com to find out why they are “Cannabis With a Cause.” 30% of profits go towards building no-kill animal shelters in the area. They have a wide selection of products, and they have a doctor on site every Friday and Saturday. Mention Thunder Underground and receive 10% off on your first purchase! This episode is also brought to you by Sunset Tattoo Tulsa. Sunset Tattoo has over 25 years of experience, and is located at 3146 E. 15th St. in Tulsa, OK. They are state licensed and Mother approved! The tattoos are "Done Good and Proper" so be sure to like their facebook page for more details. This episode is also brought to you by Hella Hot Hot Sauce LLC. HHHS produces small batch artisanal hot sauces that are hand bottled by wife and husband ownership in the San Francisco bay area of California. Among many great sauce options, they offer artist collaborations, including previous podcast guests "Florida Frank's Florida Heat" - Frank Novinec of Hatebreed (Ep 260) and "Brain Jerk" - Digestor of Ghoul (Ep 205). Give them a visit today, give their page a 'like', and tell them we sent you! Check them out, and buy some hot sauce here: www.hellahothotsauce.com/ Become a Thunder Underground #patron on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thunderunderground Stream us anytime everywhere podcasts are heard.