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Christian “Pito” Petersen is a veteran of extreme music with deep roots in the Metal underground. With over ten bands and 35 years under his belt—including the horror-laced assault of Zombie Hate Brigade, the punishing heaviness of Adnauseam, and the raw power of Legion of Death—Pito’s story is one of relentless creativity and scene loyalty.

In this episode, we talk band history, old-school horror influences, chaotic shows, studio experiences, and what it means to keep pushing forward after decades in the game.

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Al Glassman joins The Tone Lab – Chillin’ in the Studio podcast to talk about a lifetime of heavy music, from starting Goratory at age 14 to Job for a cowboy.
He breaks down the chaos and creativity behind all his projects—Stepdad, Serpent of Gnosis, and even a stint with Despised Icon—and what it takes to juggle multiple extreme bands while staying sharp in the studio.

Whether you're a fan of grind, deathcore, or just want to hear what it's like to live and breathe metal across five bands, this one’s for you.

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🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio
A podcast by The Tone Lab – where musicians, producers, and creatives come together to talk process, passion, and the pursuit of sound.

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In this special roundtable, the core team behind Chillin’ in the Studio looks back at the first nine episodes. We talk about what worked, what didn't, what we learned, and what’s next. From awkward beginnings to breakout guests, behind-the-scenes tech fails, and our favorite moments — this is our honest take on the ride so far. Featuring Jason, Kim, Brian, and Tony.

🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio
A podcast by The Tone Lab – where musicians, producers, and creatives come together to talk process, passion, and the pursuit of sound.

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🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio
A podcast by The Tone Lab – where musicians, producers, and creatives come together to talk process, passion, and the pursuit of sound.

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From brutal riffs to baroque melodies -Mendel bij de Leij

In this episode of Chillin’ in the Studio, we sit down with guitarist and composer Mendel bij de Leij to talk about what led him into metal, his intense years touring with Aborted, and how that experience shaped his approach to music. We dig into his career as a Cubase content creator, his orchestral solo work, his love of Bach and classical music, and his journey into movie scoring. Mendel also shares a bit about life in the Netherlands and how his surroundings influence his creativity.

🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio
A podcast by The Tone Lab – where musicians, producers, and creatives come together to talk process, passion, and the pursuit of sound.

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In this episode of Chillin’ in the Studio, we sit down with guitarist and creative force Zac Joe to talk about the formation of Cephalic Carnage, the wild energy that fueled it, and the evolution that led to his current project, Vimana. We cover everything from early band chaos to finding new creative ground, with a few laughs, road stories, and reflections along the way. Plus Zac drops a killer announcement

🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio
A podcast by The Tone Lab – where musicians, producers, and creatives come together to talk process, passion, and the pursuit of sound.

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In this episode of Chillin' in the Studio, we sit down with Brian Fisher — musician, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and film scorer — to dive into his journey from the early days of bands like Undertaker and Thro Cult to recording and producing his own projects. Brian shares wild show stories, his evolution into home studio recording, and what it’s like to juggle scoring for film alongside making heavy music. We dig into his love of horror and his favorite gear— don't miss this one.

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In this episode of Chillin’ in the Studio, we bring together four unique vocalists to talk all things voice—from warmups and crowd control to the creative process and stage nightmares. Whether you're a screamer, rhymer, or just curious about what makes a killer vocal take, this conversation pulls back the curtain.

🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio
A podcast by The Tone Lab – where musicians, producers, and creatives come together to talk process, passion, and the pursuit of sound.

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