DragonForce’s Herman Li on The MetalSucks Podcast #529

Dragonforce’s Herman Li is joining us for this week’s MetalSucks Podcast! The band’s latest album Warp Speed Warriors is coming out this Friday, March 15, so Li tells us how Dragonforce landed the Despicable Me 4 trailer, how we have noticed metal is getting its due in the advertising world, his physical music collection being across the pond, and how his London home is a bit of a time machine. Naturally, we also discuss the last video game he remembers beating in the arcade, the album artwork from concept to completion, the extra goodies Dragonforce gives out when the band does  meet and greets, and  why it’s important to be able to compromise on co-headlining tours.

Petar and Sylvia discuss the momentous release of the new Judas Priest record Invincible Shield and how they’re the first heavy metal band to release two albums 50 years apart. Petar also shares a personal ‘Proud Papa’ moment involving the record. As for the news, they discussed Phil Demmel being surprised about the Slayer reunion announcement, Burton C. Bell releasing his first solo track, and a bill being introduced to Congress that would increase streaming payments for musicians.

Song: Dragonforce “Astro Warrior Anthem”
Song: Dragonforce “Doomsday Party” (Featuring Elize Ryd of Amanrathe)
Song: Judas Priest “Panic Attack”