Tune in to an electrifying new episode of Heavier Conversations with Erin Fox as Erin sits down with the powerhouse behind Enzotti Live, the one and only Dave Benzotti. Go beyond the stage lights and crushing riffs as Dave opens up about the band's relentless drive, the secrets behind their signature sound, and the journey of carving out their space in the heavy music world. From his influences to his approach to songwriting and performance, this conversation dives deep into the passion, discipline, and vision that fuels Enzotti Live. Don't miss this comprehensive, revealing look into the mind of a true metal innovator.

Episode 3 – The Crooked Skulls: Iron Smile & A New Era

On this episode of Heavier Conversations, host Erin Fox sits down with rising heavy rock force The Crooked Skulls. Fresh off signing a new record deal, the band has just released their crushing new single “Iron Smile” featuring Bob Balch of Fu Manchu — a collaboration that fuses desert fuzz with raw, riff-driven power.

We dig into how the track came together, what it was like to work with Bob, and how the band’s journey has led them to this pivotal moment. From their DIY beginnings to landing a label deal, The Crooked Skulls are proving they’re ready for the big stage.

Topics include:

• The making of “Iron Smile” and its impact on the heavy scene

• Signing their first record deal and what it means moving forward

• Influences, road stories, and the future of The Crooked Skulls

Turn it up and join the conversation — this is one episode you don’t want to miss!

On this episode of Heavier Conversations with Erin Fox, we welcome Adam and Jason of Indiana stoner rock band Black Sunrise. Known for their crushing riffs, fuzz-soaked tones, and raw energy, Black Sunrise is helping define the Midwest heavy music scene. Erin dives into the band’s origin story, their songwriting process, and the challenges and rewards of building a stoner rock band outside the coasts.

The conversation covers everything from influences and gear to the importance of community in heavy music. Fans of stoner rock, doom, sludge, and psychedelic heavy bands will connect with Black Sunrise’s passion for keeping underground rock alive.

If you love bands like Kyuss, Sleep, or Red Fang — or you just want to discover one of Indiana’s rising heavy acts — this episode is packed with riffs, stories, and inspiration.

Our guest for this episode of Heavier Conversations is a serious shredder.

You’ve seen him rip with New Year’s Day, but now he’s front and center with GUNSHINE, the Florida-based rock outfit bringing back blistering riffs, big hooks, and that no-apologies energy we’ve the music scene has been missing.

He’s the architect behind the sound, the drive, and the sonic chaos.

Let’s crank it up—this is Austin Ingerman from GUNSHINE.