Get ready for a Heart to Heart with Jay from Cartoon Hearts, the San Jose–based indie pop/rock project driven by big guitars and honest emotion. We've got a special treat for listeners, an exclusive first listen to the new single "Cause for Concern," right here on the Metalcast.

Jay opens up about his musical journey, the evolution of Cartoon Hearts since 2022, and the stories behind standout tracks like "legs." We dig into his influences, songwriting process, and what keeps him pushing forward in the indie scene.

🎧 Listen / Follow Cartoon Hearts
• Bandcamp: stream and download music directly from the source. (Cartoon Hearts)
• Instagram: catch updates, tour info, behind-the-scenes, and more. (Instagram)
• Spotify: find Cartoon Hearts on streaming platforms. (Spotify)

Then stick around as we slide back into the spooky world of the Macabre Maiden Metalcast, where Ashen Rot and Jenn T bring metal, mystery, and unfiltered conversations to the mic. Tune in for more artist interviews, macabre tales, and candid insights from the metal and rock universe!

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• Website: macabremaiden.com — episodes, merch, and more. (Macabre Maiden Metalcast)
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macabremaidensmetalcast — follow the hosts and more glimpses. (Instagram)

In this episode of the Macabre Maiden Metalcast, Ashen Rot and Jenn T sit down with Dusty Gannon, the veteran, goth dad, and frontman of Vision Video, for a deeply personal conversation about what's next. As Vision Video's final chapter draws to a close, we explore the origins of the band, the creative journey, and what drives Dusty to keep making music even after the band name ends.

Dusty opens up about his vision for his next project, how his life experiences (from service in Afghanistan to firefighting) influence his art, and what legacy he hopes to leave. It's a raw, honest, and hopeful talk about endings, beginnings, and the future of his creative soul.

💀 Follow Dusty / Vision Video

Instagram: @visionvideoband
Website: VisionVideoBand.com

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The ritual begins in the Pacific Northwest… and this time, a Ghoul is doing the talking.
Join Ashen Rot and Jenn T on the Macabre Maiden Metalcast as they summon Nameless, Washington State's new Ghost tribute band carrying the torch (and the incense) of Papa's unholy groove.

We dive into the creation of Nameless, the power of performance, and how this PNW congregation brings the spirit of Ghost to life on stage.

🕯️ Follow the band: @namelesstributeband
👻 Connect with fellow Ghost fans: Ghost Fans of the PNW
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