Discog. Discourse Every Time I Die (with Ryan Halvaks from Blindwolf)
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Apr 29, 2025 
Ryan Halvaks, the dynamic vocalist of Blindwolf, dives into his band’s debut LP, Noble Death, and discusses its unique marketing angle—a tie-in beer! He shares the inspiration behind standout tracks and album details, revealing the meaning of hidden gems within the music. The trio then shifts gears to rank Every Time I Die's albums, sparking debates over musical shifts, standout riffs, and raw production styles. From childhood fandom to insightful critiques, Ryan offers a lively exploration of heavy music's evolution.
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Blindwolf's Debut Pride
- Ryan Halvaks describes Blindwolf's debut LP Noble Death and the pride in finally finding their sound after 15+ years of making music.
- He credits producer Mike Song for honing their production and highlights tracks like Personality Glitch and Wastrel.
How A Band-Branded Beer Happened
- Ryan tells the full story of how a friend brewed a Noble Death beer and they sold it at their album release at Chain Reaction.
- The collaboration began casually and became a successful, mutually beneficial promotion for both the band and Metabolic Brewing.
How Ryan Found Every Time I Die
- Ryan recalls discovering Every Time I Die in middle school via an older friend's recommendation and being blown away in 2005.
- That early exposure shaped his long-term fandom and eventual desire to feature ETID on the podcast.