Thrashing ‘Process Elimination’ in San Diego Metal Swap Meet was over a month ago, and yet some memories still feel vivid. For me, the amazing performance by Los Angeles thrashers Evildead, is one of those memories. We have talked with Evildead for years, trying to get them to play our humble event in San Diego….
Stygian Crown live at Metal Swap Meet [video]
Epic doom rumbles San Diego Stygian Crown are a fairly new band from Los Angeles, made up of many metal veterans, including drummer Rhett Davis, who played Metal Swap Meet for the 3rd time, with 3 different bands (Sons of Satan, Gravehill, and now Stygian Crown). They perform their song “Up From The Depths” live…
Slough Feg live at Metal Swap Meet [video]
They play Eumaeus the Swineherd Here’s a video from Metal Swap Meet 2022 of Slough Feg playing “Eumaeus the Swineherd.” This is from their album “Atavism” released in 2005. It was such a rare treat to see them play here in San Diego! Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on new videos….
Updates – Limited shirt, set times, interview
It’s almost time We are almost there! Metal Swap Meet 2022! We are happy to make a few announcements. New Limited shirts from local artist Scnbt! The art is also available as tote bags, beach towel, hoodie, and framed art. Check out his art on Instagram. Support a great local artist and show your Metal…
Municipal Waste’s “Electrified Brain” Review
A band that’s been around for seemingly 47.3 Thrash Metal Years (more commonly known as the year 2001), but a band that has never really drawn me in. Much like their post-Y2K peers (Havok, Violator, Warbringer, et al)…, I’ve never been quite sold on their “D.R.I + Nuclear Assault alcoholic lovechild” NWOUSTM1 vibe. In fact,…
VIP, general admission tickets, Mythraeum [video]
We talk about how to obtain tickets, the difference between tickets, how to support Mythraeum on their journey to Wacken Open Air in Germany, and other stuff.
Vendor and Sponsor information
Want to be a vendor? Here’s how… We now have vendor tickets on sale. Pricing ranges from $99-299, to fit every budget. This includes a 10×10 foot space, a 2×6 foot table, and 2 chairs. You have the option to bring extra tables and a canopy, as long as it fits in your space. Vendors…
Setting Sun Sake – Ronin Recovery Interview
Post-pandemic reality for San Diego’s only sake brewery Brian and Israel talk with Josh and Kim from San Diego’s own, Setting Sun Sake Brewing Company. They discuss the history of Setting Sun Sake, the impact of the Metal Swap Meet on their business, their Ronin Recovery program as well as metal bands and their future….
Metal Swap Meet Update [video]
Brian, Israel, and Vince chat about what’s new We talk about metal ticket giveaways, Setting Sun Sake Ronin Recovery, and the Wacken Metal Battle at Brick by Brick.
