In Episode 445, Victor sits down with Alex Skolnick for a wide-ranging conversation that digs into creativity, collaboration, and the mindset of a player who never stops evolving. From the unique chemistry behind Metal Allegiance to reflections on live performance, artistic curiosity beyond metal, and moments that defined a legendary career, this episode balances deep guitar talk with thoughtful storytelling. We talk Metal Allegiance, Testament, Savatage, Ozzy, and The Alex Skolnick Trio.

#AlexSkolnick #MetalAllegiance #SignalsFromMars

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Steven Sailer

Steve Hoeker

Jeremy Weltman

Mike Jones

Brad Dahl

Mark Strigl

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Johan Ederström

Ed Ferguson

Anthony Mackey

Toni Espin

Sean Richmond

Thank you for being so supportive!

🔗 Artist & Band Links

Alex Skolnick

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexskolnick
• X / Twitter: https://x.com/alexskolnick

Metal Allegiance

• Website: https://metalallegiance.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metalallegiance
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetalAllegiance
• X / Twitter: https://x.com/metalallegiance

Testament

• Website: https://testamentlegions.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/testamentofficial
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/testamentlegions
• X / Twitter: https://x.com/testament

🔊 Signals From Mars Links

• Website: https://www.signalsfrommars.com
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SignalsFromMars
• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommars
• X / Twitter: https://x.com/signalsfrommars

In Episode 444 of Signals From Mars, I’m joined by Ben and Nuno from A Wilhelm Scream for a wide-ranging conversation that dives into the mindset behind their latest album Cheap Heat, the band’s creative process, and the many layers that make up their sound and identity.

Rather than sticking to surface-level promo talk, this interview explores how the band thinks about album construction, influence, environment, collaboration, and longevity—both musically and personally. From unexpected cultural touchstones to the realities of self-producing records, this is a discussion rooted in experience, honesty, and mutual respect.

If you’re interested in how bands evolve without boxing themselves into a single genre, how outside perspectives shape great records, or how chemistry inside a band develops over time, this episode offers plenty to chew on—without needing to spell everything out for you upfront.

🤘 Signals From Mars Patrons

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Steven Sailer

Steve Hoeker

Jeremy Weltman

Mike Jones

Brad Dahl

Mark Strigl

Gabriel Ruiz

Chris Vaglio

Metal Dan

Johan Ederström

Ed Ferguson

Anthony Mackey

Toni Espin

Sean Richmond

Thank you for being so supportive!

🔗 A Wilhelm Scream – Official Links

• Website: https://www.awilhelmscream.com
• Bandcamp: https://awilhelmscream.bandcamp.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awilhelmscream
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awilhelmscream
• X / Twitter: https://x.com/awilhelmscream

🔗 Signals From Mars – Follow & Support

• Website: https://www.signalsfrommars.com
• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SignalsFromMars
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signalsfrommars
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars
• X / Twitter: https://x.com/signalsfrommars

In Signals From Mars – Episode 443, I’m joined by Kat Keo of Hoaxed to talk about the band’s latest album, Death Knocks, and the evolution of their sound and lineup.

We get into the sonic jump you’ll hear on this record, the creative process behind bringing April Dimmick into the fold, how that changed what the band can do musically, and how Death Knocks came together after Two Shadows. We also dig into genre labels (hard rock / heavy metal / gothic rock), the realities of coming from the Pacific Northwest, what it means having Relapse Records behind the band, and—most importantly—where you should buy the album to best support the band directly.

If you’re into dark, heavy music with atmosphere and hooks, this one’s for you.

#SignalsFromMars #Hoaxed #HeavyMetal

Thank you to my patrons:

Steven Sailer

Steve Hoeker

Jeremy Weltman

Mike Jones

Brad Dahl

Mark Strigl

Gabriel Ruiz

Chris Vaglio

Metal Dan

Johan Ederström

Ed Ferguson

Anthony Mackey

Toni Espin

Sean Richmond

Thank you for being so supportive!

Hoaxed / Kat Keo Links

Hoaxed

• Official Site: https://www.hoaxedband.com
• Bandcamp: https://hoaxed.bandcamp.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoaxedband/

Kat Keo

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kat_keo/

Relapse (Album / Store info)

• Relapse album page: https://www.relapse.com/pages/hoaxed-death-knocks

Signals From Mars Links

• Website: https://www.signalsfrommars.com
• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/signalsfrommars
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SignalsFromMars
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signalsfrommars
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• X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/signalsfrommars