Zakk Wylde – Book of Shadows (1996) | Demon Cuts Review
Welcome to the first Demon Cut — no polish, no mercy, just truth.
This week I carve into Zakk Wylde’s Book of Shadows (1996) — the album that pulled me through some of the darkest mornings of my life. This isn’t Zakk the shredder or Ozzy’s hired gun. This is Zakk stripped bare, heavy without distortion, bleeding soul into every line.
I break down the songs that cut me the deepest (Between Heaven & Hell, Way Beyond Empty, Dead as Yesterday, I Thank You Child) and talk about how this record became survival fuel when I had nothing else.
If you’ve ever leaned on music to carry you through pain, this one’s for you.
⚡ That’s the cut — take it and bleed with it. ⚡
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Pete Townshend: Underrated Genius of Our Time? #shorts
Is Pete Townshend the most underrated songwriter ever? One perspective suggests that future generations will recognize his genius alongside legends like Mozart and Bach. Will Townshend’s music endure for centuries? #PeteTownshend #TheWho #RockLegends #Underrated #ClassicRock
Youth Gone Wild Still Rocks at 59: A Timeless Anthem #shorts
An anthem for the ages! The enduring power of ‘Youth Gone Wild’ transcends generations, fueling the rebellious spirit in rock and roll hearts. A timeless classic that captures youth and raw energy, alongside unforgettable storytelling in ‘I Remember You’ and ’18 and Life.’ #YouthGoneWild #80sRock #RockAnthem #MusicLegends #RebelMusic
Baby Ran Away: The Iconic Rock Song & Pork Chop! #shorts
Izzy Stradlin’s epic tune tells a bizarre tale of lost love and leftover pork. The lyrics, complete with rock-and-roll absurdity, spark hilarious fan reactions and leave everyone questioning, “Did he really say there’s a pork chop on the plate?” #RockAndRoll #Songwriting #IzzyStradlin
Sin City Outlaw: The Songs That Make You Sing! #shorts
Sin City Outlaw dares you not to sing along to “Cocaine for Breakfast” after hearing it live! The band aims to create infectious, singable moments in their hard rock sound, drawing inspiration from classics. “That’s what I like.” #SinCityOutlaw #CocaineForBreakfast #HardRockMusic #LiveMusicChallenge
My Dad’s Fight: Redemption, Family, and Punk Rock Legacy
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Catchy Songs: The Secret Behind The ‘Yeah Yeah Yeah!’ #shorts
Can earworm melodies be engineered? One artist explores how The Beatles perfected catchy hooks, embedding unforgettable refrains in the listener’s mind after just one listen. Can the same principle apply to his own music? #earworm #songwriting #musicproduction #catchymelody
Songwriting as Survival | Louder Than My Demons Podcast Ep. 5
Episode 5 – Louder Than My Demons Podcast
Songwriting isn’t just music — it’s survival.
In this episode I open up about how writing songs became my lifeline when I couldn’t speak my truth anywhere else. From gratitude and trial updates, to my biggest influences, to a deep-dive on three songs that defined my last relationship — That’s My Baby (the dream), Better Than You (the rage), and Will Not (the resurrection).
Along the way, I share stories from Nikki Sixx’s influence on my journey, and reflect on what it means to write honestly, even when it hurts.
🎙️ Topics in this episode:
Gratitude check-in & trial update
Tales from the Guitar Lounge: Nikki Sixx
The Reckoning: Izzy Stradlin, McCartney, Townshend, Sixx, Hetfield, Ozzy, Bolan
Beyond the Songs: my personal trilogy
Outro: why my songs will always be louder than my demons
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Next week → Chains in the Mirror: trauma bonds & toxic relationships.
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Episode 1 – Keep Walking: Finding Strength in Your Journey
Episode 1 – Keep Walking: Finding Strength in Your Journey 🎙️
The first step is never easy, but it’s always worth it. This episode is about choosing to keep moving, even when life knocks you flat. Strength isn’t about never falling — it’s about getting back up and walking anyway.
🎧 Listen now to the beginning of the Louder Than My Demons journey.
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Weekly Therapy: Sharing My Life’s Journey with You
🖤 Weekly Therapy: Sharing My Life’s Journey with You 🎙️
Episode 4 of Louder Than My Demons is raw and real. This podcast isn’t just about stories — it’s therapy in real time. I share my struggles, my lessons, and my gratitude so that maybe you can find strength in your own fight too.
🎧 Listen now & let’s walk this road together.
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#WeeklyTherapy #LouderThanMyDemons #RecoverLoud #Sobriety #Strength #PodcastLife #Authenticity #Resilience #MyJourney