The first episode of the Wikimetal Podcast aired on January 1st, 2011, and it was this episode that gave rise to the website as our readers know it today. Approaching the podcast's 11th anniversary, Wikimetal Recommends pays homage to the program, celebrating its most listened-to episodes to date.
Below is a list of the most popular Wikimetal , out of more than 300 episodes – in order, prioritizing the most listened to. Remember that you can listen to the podcast on major streaming platforms ( Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Castbox , Pocket Casts ), including YouTube , which recently started offering not only the audio but also the video of the program.
#330 | We listened to 'Senjutsu', the new Iron Maiden album – Chat with Bruno Sutter
Published on September 2, 2021.
Iron Maiden 's new album , Senjutsu , is featured in episode #330 of the Wikimetal : Bruno Sutter, Daniel Dystyler , and Nando Machado discuss the album, which they listened to exclusively.
Shortly before the official release of Iron Maiden's highly anticipated 17th album, the trio chatted about the new material during The Wikimetal Happy Hour , and the conversation can also be heard in podcast format.
#327 | Iron Maiden: “The Writing On The Wall” and Senjutsu
Published on July 22, 2021.
Iron Maiden 's new song , "The Writing On The Wall," and the announcement of their 17th studio album, Senjutsu, are the topics of episode #327 of the Wikimetal podcast.
Daniel Dystyler, Gabriela Marqueti, Larissa Catharine Oliveira, Nando Machado , and Nina Shimazumi provide an overview of Maiden's recent weeks of activity – full of clues and mysteries – culminating in the new song and music video brimming with references and Easter eggs. Check out the full list from our editorial team here. The team also shares their first impressions of the new album and makes their predictions for what might be coming next.
#325 | The best albums of 2021 (so far)
Published on June 24, 2021.
In episode #325 of the Wikimetal podcast , Daniel Dystyler, Erica Roumieh, Gabriela Marqueti, Larissa Catharine Oliveira, Nando Machado , and Nina Shimazumi discuss the best albums of 2021 so far.
In a completely opinion-based format, this episode presents our team's personal impressions and preferences regarding the rock, hard rock, and metal albums released so far in 2021. To keep the conversation more dynamic, the episode's list was shortened so that each member of our editorial team could present their favorite albums and justify their choices.
#322 | Iron Maiden & Linkin Park
Published on May 13, 2021.
In episode #322 of Wikimetal , Daniel Dystyler, Gabriela Marqueti, Larissa Catharine Oliveira, Nando Machado, and Nina Shimazumi discuss 3 albums celebrating their anniversaries this week.
This episode features all the details about Linkin Park's album Minutes To Midnight , and two classic Iron Maiden albums: Piece of Mind and Fear of the Dark . Check out the opinions, discussions, and stories from the Wikimetal , the oldest rock and metal podcast in the country. And of course, lots of music to enjoy!
#329 | The best albums of 1991
Published on August 19, 2021.
In episode #329 of the Wikimetal , the editorial team tackles albums that are turning 30 years old!
Sharing music, trivia, and opinions, Daniel Dystyler, Erica Y. Roumieh, Gabriela Marqueti, Larissa Catharine Oliveira , and Nina Shimazumi discuss iconic albums from 1991. Fates Warning, Guns N' Roses, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Rush, Soundgarden , and others are featured!
#333 | The best albums of 2001
Published on October 14, 2021.
Albums that have turned 20 years old are the theme of episode #333 of the Wikimetal . Two decades of great music!
Sharing music, trivia, and opinions, Daniel Dystyler, Gabriela Marqueti, Larissa Catharine Oliveira, Nando Machado , and Nina Shimazumi discuss their preferences among albums released in 2001. Blink 182, Ozzy Osbourne, Slipknot, Scorpions, Stone Temple Pilots , and many other bands are featured!
#323 | Klaus Meine & Holy Diver , by Dio
Published on May 27, 2021.
Wikimetal podcast , Daniel Dystyler, Erica Roumieh, Gabriela Marqueti, Larissa Catharine Oliveira, Nando Machado, and Nina Shimazumi discuss significant birthdays these days.
This episode celebrates the birthday of Klaus Meine of Scorpions , who turns 73, and the anniversary of the release of Holy Diver, Dio 's debut solo album . The Wikimetal comments on the history of each artist, as well as sharing interesting facts and discussing the strength and importance of these classic artists today.