Zach Wheeler on Howling Giant’s "Crucible and Ruin"

Check out my latest video here: https://youtu.be/kfhCaFrDcsE?si=MACkBaynm4CbIEsR In this exclusive episode of The Sonic Road Podcast, drummer Zach Wheeler from the Nashville rock/metal band Howling Giant dives deep into their sound, process, and new album! Find Howling Giant: www.howlinggiant.com On Instagram, Youtube, & Facebook: @HowlingGiant Find Magnetic Eye Records: https://en.merhq.net Follow The Sonic Road Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X: @thesonicroad Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/thesonicroad Their highly anticipated new record, 'Crucible and Ruin,' releases on October 31, 2025, via Magnetic Eye Records, making this essential listening for fans of modern stoner metal. Zach details the band's evolution and their unique recording process, including how they integrated new member Adrian and the journey of improving their group vocals. Hear candid discussion about his specific drum gear, the concept behind the new album, the creation of their animated music videos, and their future touring plans. This interview provides crucial studio insights and everything you need to know about one of modern heavy rock's most exciting bands. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement 00:54 Drum Gear Talk 07:34 Band History 18:05 Recording Process and Studio Insights 23:37 The Journey of Becoming Better Singers 24:05 Vocal Lessons and Techniques 25:28 First Live Performance and Evolution 26:17 Concept Behind the New Album 28:45 Inspiration from Other Bands 30:50 Album Artwork and Its Creation 34:04 Animated Music Videos 36:48 Working with Magnetic Eye Records 41:19 Touring and Future Plans 44:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Follow The Sonic Road Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X: @thesonicroad Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/thesonicroad #thesonicroadpodcast #rockmusic #metalmusic #rockpodcast #metalpodcast #rocknroll #alternativemusic #podcast2025 #podcastlife #newepisodes #HowlingGiant #CrucibleAndRuin #StonerMetal #MagneticEyeRecords #DrummerInterview #NewAlbum2025 #RockPodcast #TheSonicRoadPodcast #DrumGear #RecordingProcess