Episode 8

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28th Feb 2026

From Stage to Cell: Dark Days by Randy Blythe (lamb of god)

What happens when you land in a foreign country for your band's gig, only to be arrested for a crime you didn't know occurred? In this episode, Matt dives into the harrowing true story of Randy Blythe, lead singer of lamb of god, as told in his 2016 memoir, Dark Days.

Whether you’re a diehard metalhead or someone who's never heard a blast beat in your life, this story of accountability, resilience, and mental fortitude is a must-read.

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Loud Lit
A show about books about music
Deepen your appreciation of your favorite artists and genres. On Loud Lit, your host Matt Reno, a former rock radio DJ and forever music nerd, delivers reviews of books about rock and hip hop music. Tune in to find your next read.

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Matt Reno

Former rock radio DJ. Forever rock music nerd.