"Blitz" (Overkill) & Jarvis Leatherby (Night Demon) talk King Diamond's '24 Fall North American tour

Join us for an electrifying episode of Metal Mayhem ROC as we talk with two Metal Prodigies: Bobby “Blitz” Ellsworth from Overkill & Jarvis Leatherby from Night Demon. With the King Diamond, Overkill, and Night Demon Fall North American tour kicking off on October 15th, Bobby & Jarvis dive deep into how this massive triple “old school” bill came together & what fans can expect from the shows.

In the discussion, we learn how Overkill & Night Demon landed the King Diamond tour and the logistics of touring with King Diamond's elaborate stage setup. Bobby discusses Overkill's new drummer, Jeramie Kling & Jarvis, and balancing Night Demon & Cirith Ungol tours. In addition, both Artists recap 2024 so far & what’s ahead for both Overkill & Night Demon, including upcoming plans for 2025.

00:00: Open: Bobby “Blitz” Ellsworth & Jarvis Leatherby introduced

01:00: The logistics of Overkill & Night Demon getting booked as support acts on the Fall 2024 North American King Diamond tour

05:10: The Mercyful Fate/ King Diamond legacy & perspective on this triple bill “old school” Metal package

10:35: Catching up on the Night Demon “The Outsider” & Overkill “Scorched” touring cycles: Recapping 2024 so far & what’s ahead

13:55: DD Verni’s shoulder issues & how new Overkill Drummer Jeramie Kling is fitting in, Jarvis pulling double duty by touring with Cirith Ungol

18:33: Set times & anticipated song selections for the upcoming dates, perspective on King Diamond’s elaborate stage set up & presentation

29:06: Saint Lucifer’s Hospital 1920 tour routing, Night Demon opening for Bruce Dickinson in CA & 2025 EU dates with Queensryche

33:33: Bobby revisits infamous Overkill MetLife Stadium, NJ Aug 2023 parking lot gig (special event on Metallica 72 Seasons tour)



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