Late For Load In
Late For Load In
Podcast Description
Dive deep into the lives of musicians, exploring the people behind the personas that were created by the stage. Hosted by Chris Davis, guitarist of The Ghost Inside, and Josh Korel, a former tour manager turned artist manager, and founder of Contend. Mgmt, the show provides an intimate look into the human experiences that shape the artists we admire. With honest conversations about creativity, struggles, triumphs, and everyday life, Chris and Josh offer a platform where artists can share their authentic stories, breaking down barriers between the stage and real life.
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes such as the creative process of musicians, the struggles and triumphs of life on the road, and the impact of personal experiences on artistic expression. Specific episodes cover topics like Josh Balz's journey with Motionless In White and his entrepreneurial ventures, as well as personal stories reflecting on the transition from musician to music industry professional.

Dive deep into the lives of musicians, exploring the people behind the personas that were created by the stage. Hosted by Chris Davis, guitarist of The Ghost Inside, and Josh Korel, a former tour manager turned artist manager, and founder of Contend. Mgmt, the show provides an intimate look into the human experiences that shape the artists we admire. With honest conversations about creativity, struggles, triumphs, and everyday life, Chris and Josh offer a platform where artists can share their authentic stories, breaking down barriers between the stage and real life.
🎙️ Metal Royalty joins the show!
This week on Late For Load In, we’re talking with the one and only Brian Slagel, founder of Metal Blade Records and a true pioneer of heavy music.
Brian shares stories from the early days of rock and metal, how the Metal Massacre compilation (which featured Metallica’s first-ever recording) came together, and what it took to bring heavy music to the masses. We also dive into the current state of the scene and what drives him to keep Metal Blade thriving more than 40 years later.
If you care about metal, passion, or building something that lasts — this one’s essential listening. 🤘
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