HardLore, hosted by Colin Young with Bo Lueders, features in-depth biographical interviews with musicians from hardcore, punk, metal and beyond. The show has 220 episodes released weekly, typically around 2 to 3 hours long. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll (estimated).
Long-form hardcore and metal interviews with a devoted, engaged niche audience
- 220 episodes released weekly, giving a sponsor a consistent presence over time.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 459 ratings suggests strong listener satisfaction.
- Deep biographical interviews with scene figures such as Ray Cappo and Chris Conley keep listeners through long episodes.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, documentary-style special, listener Q&A, bracket game episode
- Tone
- candid, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 1 hour 40 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Knotfest
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; Knotfest is listed as a publisher in the feed metadata only.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed carries an explicit flag (explicit=1), and titles reference bands and scene history without graphic content.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.hardlorepod.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1621352294 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/1134a4098/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 89 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| STRIFE: Andrew Kline on In This Defiance, Edge Breaks & Breaking the R | 2026-10-15 | 3 h 21 min |
| HardLore's Top 10 Most Important Episodes | 2026-10-08 | 60 min |
| The HardLore Chaos Bracket (This Is Your Fault) | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 39 min |
| CEREMONY: Never the Same Band Twice (With Ross Farrar & Anthony Anzald | 2026-09-24 | 3 h 14 min |
| SAMMY SIEGLER: JUDGE, Youth of Today, Side By Side & ...Limp Bizkit? | 2026-09-17 | 3 h 7 min |
| ANDY WILLIAMS: Every Time I Die, AEW, & The Parallels Between Music & | 2026-09-07 | 1 h 25 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
HardLore Podcast • Hosted by Colin Young (Twitching Tongues, God’s Hate), featuring in-depth, biographical interviews with our favorite musicians from the worlds of hardcore/punk/metal & beyond...
About HardLore
HardLore is a podcast hosted by Colin Young with Bo Lueders, featuring long-form biographical interviews with musicians from hardcore, punk, metal and related scenes. According to the feed and the show's website, it publishes weekly and has released 220 episodes, with recent episodes typically running between one hour forty minutes and three hours twenty minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 459 ratings with an average of 4.8 out of 5, which suggests a loyal, engaged listener base. Audience figures are estimates only: the show is likely to draw mostly listeners aged 25 to 44 in the United States, with a male-skewed audience, based on the niche and the Apple Podcasts data.
No sponsors were visible in the feed. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, which suits music gear, apparel and merchandise brands seeking a dedicated scene audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. HardLore can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about HardLore
How much does HardLore charge for a podcast sponsorship?
HardLore's estimated host-read mid-roll rate is about $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the agreed format and placement.
What is HardLore about?
HardLore features in-depth biographical interviews with musicians from hardcore, punk, metal and related scenes. Episodes run long and often explore a band's history, career and personal stories.
How do I contact HardLore about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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