NFR

Robb sits down with guitarist / mastermind Nergal for a lengthy, funny, must-listen discussion about the state of world politics, his first time having sex, Behemoth's early shows without corpse paint, their hard-fought climb to get to America, what dating is like during the coronavirus lockdown, and conquering leukemia to put out some of their strongest material to date.
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[@craigmack9427]

Once at a Behemoth concert, i was outside with some buddies in the queue...And low and behold, a silver mercedes "VITO" van drove and paused next to us...Right through the glass i see Nergal with all his makeup on hahaha, he gave us the "metal horns" and the van drove on after a brief stop...very cool moment..

[@adrianbuchanan8428]

Having met @nergal in Cape Town. Had dinner with him twice. He is an amazing human being. He has inspired me to be a better human. Love the music love the Magick. Keep on inspiring us @nergal. Thanks Robb Flynn for this platform. Amazing interviews.

[@c-mo313]

Nergal has always been fascinating to me, and the fact that he’s also maybe even more brutally honest with the language barrier makes him even more awesome in my book.

[@HeadbangersKitchen]

One of the best conversations every. It's rate for me to sit through a 3 hour interview but this one was a breeze was interesting every minute of it.

[@olekjanas]

Rob, If you would like to hear more crazy stories from the communist times in Poland you should call Peter from Vader. Vader started in the begining of the 80ties so you here more of that than from Nergal. Vader for the first band from Poland with international success but it was even harder for them to achieve that. Off course I love both Vader and Bahemoth. Both great bands.

[@unkind78]

Nie. Piotr to zupełnie inny typ człowieka niż tych dwóch lewackich pozerów-celebrytów.

[@a.azazagoth5413]

Vader is such an exiting band after all these years. Every show is a live giving effort from Peter and the band. It makes me sick that so many idiots think communism is cool. It has killed and destroyed more lives than can be counted in the last 125 years.

[@spiritcrusher1309]

@@unkind78 możesz nie mieszać polityki z muzyka pajacu

[@m_2023]

Robb,call Max Cavalera or Andreas Kisser

[@leonidaspapanikolaou3165]

I am so happy to see Nergal healthy and active.

[@MikeSavoia]

Amazing episode Robb!!! Nergal is always a joy to listen to talk about things.

[@haleylucas3538]

Slaves shall serve was always one of my favorite songs. ❤

[@a.azazagoth5413]

Nergal is such a complete artist. His life is art and it takes total balls and total commitment to live inside the muse. He’s a rare character and this interview was amazing! The European Union is a total joke. Let’s have no cultures and all melt into a big Walmart. I love Poland because it’s Poland. I love England because it’s England. I love Zimbabwe because they are Zimbabwean.

[@matjazkarlovcec924]

Well, you're generalizing very badly. Equating culture with states/countries and/or religion in the 21st je century is completely mistaken. It is widely known that nationality is a constructed identity serving the government and perpetuating hierarchical socio-economic systems. If anything, music should transcend all boundaries and selfrighteous identity politics! Just think about all the music that has no state or is even denigraded by nation-states exclusivism...

[@jacobsmoor2909]

Great interview, thank you very much! Hail Behemoth and Machine Head!!

[@metal_monocle7334]

Hah fun fact about the "Conquer All" riff, it's essentially the same riff as "Be All, End All" by Anthrax. Nergal and Scott Ian had a talk about it years ago, and Nergal quickly agreed that they sound the same, it's all good though. But the point is, regarding the fact that it sounds like a thrash riff, is because it IS a thrash riff.

[@PigBenis4U]

My mother lost her battle to cancer, this man did not. I admire him and his art and is a true inspiration. His lyrics flow through my blood now.

[@Layla__88]

Great interview! I admire Adam. It's a real pleasure to listen to such an intelligent person. He's so inspiring.

[@jamiecote7313]

100%

[@davidgrenfell596]

Absolutely love Nergal. I will never forget opening for Behemoth back in 2005 in Seattle, WA. They blew me away.

[@kidra81]

I'm not an interview watching guy and I was sure I'm not gonna watch more than 5 minutes, even if it's Nergal, but that was really interesting to watch. It's nice to know more personal backround from musicians, than they usually give in ordinary interviews. Usually it's how your next album will sound like and when your next tour will start? Now it was more to actually know the person itself, so really really interesting. And coming from a country, in the past being occupied by soviets aswell, there was many similarities in his youth to mine. And also must say the guy is intelligent and open minded. I will not get bored listening to intelligent people. And I like his courage to tell what he feels about everything, whether it's politics, music, religion, whatever. Most celebrities don't have that, they would be afraid of the shitstorm from some of the followers and afraid to maybe lose some of the album sales and income. But that's the Man, with capital letter M, having principles above everything else, like Nergal. And world is f****ed up place atm for sure with all that populists right wing parties gaining popularity in US, Poland, Hungary, Italy. Even here in Estonia, populists have participation in the government, something I thought would never happen, as I thought our nation is too intelligent for that, guess I was wrong. Not gonna even go asfar as Russian terrorist dictator and Trump being Putins puppet. So yeah the world is moving in the wrong direction but listening intelligent people like Nergal gives me little hope, that maybe there's more people like him out there.

[@kleinesboseskatzchen3768]

This is so good! Watching these two svns have a conversation is so fullfilling!

[@guitarslinger16]

This was one of the best interviews i have watched. Love nergal.

[@eden2esthar]

Waiting for the Phil anselmo episode

[@531ff]

Lol

[@trev047b]

WHITE WINE!!!!!

[@jusnpadsf6803]

so far, rob dont say nothing abut nergal "shirt"

[@kingpriapatius5832]

@@jusnpadsf6803 didn't.

[@HeadbangersKitchen]

Having a solid relationship is really a thing of beauty.

[@Dreamland24.7]

where does it say that i got lost in the interview

[@Kotsoros37]

Haven't been in to too many podcasts lately, but I really enjoyed this interview, going to check out the back catalog! You got a new podcast fan (always loved Machine head and Vio-lence!)

[@piotrkowalski451]

THANKS FOR THE INTERVIEW !!!

[@scrambler350]

Epic. Just found this Channel, Machinehead fan from back in the 90's -- subscribed..!!!

[@kirstymoss9810]

Nergal is the thinking persons metal artist. A brilliant business man whose sucked the marrow bone of the industry, savoured it and spat out any hint of pretentiousness, much like how he approaches life, with positivity , a sense of humour and mischief and a billion opinions ideas abs genius all falling out of him in a heady stream of art and music and political viewpoints . Love it. He makes no apologies for anything , because he doesn't owe anyone anything , he lives his life and it's a pretty fucking awesome one .

[@robertmills2058]

Great interview,Nergal is such an introspective person, really interesting,good work Rob.

[@justinnowlin2948]

Fantastic interview man. It’s cool how much of an open book Nergal is. My two asks of you in terms of guest would be Corey Taylor, Jami Morgan, or Phil Bozeman. Keep up the great content Rob!

[@Grindhead_Jim]

Robb, I've recently gotten into your podcast (started with the Barney interview, and have been cherry picking since). Today, I binged a few episodes, ending with this. In times like these, with the impending election, to say nothing of COVID and everything else... it was truly heartwarming to hear such ease and positivity between you and Nergal in this interview. I have considered myself a fan of you and Machine Head since the first time I heard OF you (Borivoj's Brash Bits was what put you on my radar before BME was even recorded), and I have some intense memories associated with your music, as well as Nergal's. Even having said that, on paper, there's no reason for me to have expected this conversation to touch me in the way it did. Thank you for all you do, and I wish you nothing but light, love, and luck as life continues for us all. Cheers, and I owe you a beer the next time you are in DFW. - Grindhead Jim (ex-Cardiac Arrest/ex-Anal Blast/Conifevore)

[@ducksnhell]

Shit I love this man. He’s sooo articulate and well read and super intelligent

[@mvd3517]

That will be the best classic misunderstanding in a conversation ever 🤣 ”Was your parents there?” - No no no no!!!!!!!

[@katciemiega7499]

'Oh..hey!..Tony..Iommi' :D :D :D What a legend! Great episode, thank you.

[@ironimpactdojo]

Robb, 28 mins mark, ask your question the other way around. The churches have the right idea. Why are you having to pay 35% in taxes?? That's the crime. Otherwise, there'd just be billions more being paid in taxes that would be wasted, just as your 35% is. Great interview. Really appreciate the time spent on this one.

[@ChuckNastyMoreBlood]

They don't want to be forced to pay into a system that provides money to causes they are against and "anti", but they want churches to do that same exact thing. They think church should be separate from state, but they think churches should pay taxes. You can tell they have really thought this through...

[@orlandowatson1502]

Wow this was a pretty interesting interview. I went into it thinking that only Satan would be discussed, but nergal is really dropping some gems and being introspective. Shot out to Rob and the crew for this great content.

[@nephrenqayin254]

It's great to listen to Adam Darki talking about how happy he is by being at his home. He loves touring g and all but also staying at home and take time for himself; that's called BALANCE. That also says he's matured.

[@jts400hp]

It's called "growing up"... Clubs and parties all night as you get older (I'm 53) lose their luster, same with chasing after women.. I've been married 24yrs to a great woman and at this stage in my life I'm right where I wanna be.

[@nephrenqayin254]

@@jts400hp I concur.

[@nephrenqayin254]

@@jts400hp same here.

[@jrawl12]

I’m just simply amazed that Nergal is such a down to earth dude... the way his eyes light up when you guys start talking about your influences.... you two are both music legends in my eyes.

[@rebekahcarter8120]

Love this conversation so much!

[@zekejohnson5752]

Badass interview. Saw Behemoth back in the day with Septic Flesh in Austin Texas. Shit was insane

[@isaacjamesbaker]

This was such an awesome conversation!

[@lukeboard696]

WOW, I didn't had no clue I'd get actually inspired by this video! Thanks again

[@thewolfsfeatherproject]

Thank you guys 🖤

[@mjultra5600]

HAILS NERGAL! Dude is a true inspiration.

[@joshuayettou3552]

Nice!!!! Can't wait to listen to this at work tomorrow 😁🤘🤘

[@orlandowatson1502]

Learned after watching this that the Oooooooh vocal punch thing front guys do originated with hellhammer; prior i though it was unique to Ben falgoust from Goatwhore. Thanks for the gem guys.

[@AbtinX]

33:40 - that is the veritable truth of every long relationship. It takes a certain type of strength, stubbornness and patience to be married

[@mikeyhodge6191]

I’ve always liked a few Behemoth songs, but since watching this I’ve gone down the rabbit hole. The heaviest shit ever lol 🤘

[@Grimeyhoob]

Robb - do one with - Tom Araya Randy Blythe Lou Koller Chino Moreno James Hetfield Matt Shadows Kerry King Chuck Billy Joey Jordison

[@sirecbert2364]

just fantastic man. I loved the whole podcast, it was just like two buddies sitting in a bar and talking about girls, music, stuff, life... what can possibly top this? Thank you guys!

[@Alfredo78666]

- So, Nergal when you got your first guitar? - Next question!

[@Grimeyhoob]

Robb - how about doing one with Tim Armstrong of Rancid? I know you guys shared practice rooms with punk rock bands in the 90s. Would be great to hear how the metal and punk rock scenes interacted in those days.

[@UncleLucy666]

Is there any possibility to get Maynard James Keenan in your podcasts, uncle Rob?

[@MachineFuckingHate]

Considering Robb is very vocal about how his favorite Tool album is the first one and that he doesn't get all the other ones, I dunno. Altho that was pretty funny of him to say a month ago on a stream "we don't need 10-minute songs" when talking about new Tool songs, considering MH's albums since 2007.

[@mushroomleg]

Yes so he can talk about wine making for 3 hours. D:

[@peterb2605]

great interview with a brilliant man ! love uncle nergal

[@M.C.R.SYNTRN]

John Connelly from Sevendust or Rob Arnold from Chimaira

[@CEddy10165]

Meditation would focus, purify, and multiply your artistic and spiritual vision and well-spring. More targeted impact with less exertion of life force. If you over sharpen your blade, it becomes dull. Meditation helped me and everyone I know that does it. I’d love to see what you do with it!

[@MrDod79]

Pretty good one. You are a good listener, Rob 👌really enjoyed it! 🤘

[@lorettawilson7264]

Great Interview guys !!!

[@fredosantanas2154]

As a french person blasphemy became obsolete since we abolished divine monarchy in 1789….

[@SteakandTitties]

Wow, now that's a fucking podcast! Loved every minute. Robb Flynn - my fav rapper, and podcaster 4 ever!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jts400hp]

Great interview man!! I'm a new sub and I'm digging the channel

[@mikepinthunter]

Wonder this stripped version of Imperium in intro section is original drums and bass used in album track. If yes then its such a cool production example!

[@elquetuvulgis]

NO, because metal it's all about hate and violence. ok. Here's two awesome clever and refined gentleman just chatting around and sharing thoughts and life experiences. Incredible stuff, love it!

[@joshavery1829]

Tax the churches! That is a hill I will die upon. We could have healthcare, education for those who want it, better roads, destroy our deficit, end hunger and homelessness. All this and much, much more!

[@HowieStephens]

Ayy i saw Behemoth at Slim's some years back, we probably bumped elbows 🤘 Next time you're in Vallejo check out Mare Island Brewery, their Coal Shed Stout and Shipwrights Porter are both top tier 🍻

[@margento101]

Nice show again. Not a big Behemoth fan though. but damn i think i saw them on that tour with Helheim.

[@LouTheLoo]

Actual interview starts at 22:00

[@jonandreberntsen3680]

Is that a burzum shirt mr Nergal!!?

[@joshuamacias3274]

You should do an episode with Ben Duer from Shadow of Intent!! 🤘🤘🍻🍻

[@johnunderwood3132]

Flotsam. No place for disgrace and Doomsday. Love it. Saw them in N Jersey with a band called Hades

[@pomat22]

Awesome shit Rob!

[@noneofyourbuisness7948]

Helllll yeeess

[@diesel3333]

*With age NUMBER 1 choice comes more and more important and treasured by us. Eventually it will happen to everybody, sooner or later it will. Thank God I'm there already. Number 1 choice, Nergal!* 🙏🙌✡🇮🇱🇵🇱🇮🇱✡🙌🙏

[@SatanBled]

I remember a video of behemoth and cannibal guys coming out on stage with mh

[@eliasaspiazuquispe3710]

We love nergal darski!

[@user-hv9np8ue5h]

*Robb, nice work but you should buy normal camera*

[@otrocaffe]

May I make an observation? I know it's a man's world and I've been listening to extreme metal since I was 11 and right now I'm a 29yr old woman. It's alright to make silly or spicy questions given the tone of the show which I really enjoy, but "getting pu5sy"? It sounds quite strong. I don't know if it's an American thing, like a common slang expression, but it would´ve been better to ask: "What are the chances of having s3x?" or something like that. I suppose you realized since immediately afterwards you changed your words, but I thought it's an important observation to make, even when you're being informal or swearing a lot during a show, which is totally fine. More importantly, since there are so many valuable women in the metal scene, even the extreme one. I hope this comment isn't taken wrongly. Overall the interview is great! I really enjoyed it. Keep up with the great work!

[@tomsmullen6117]

Totally agree with Rob the Church must pay tax its total crap that they do not who allows this?

[@redtheftredemption2907]

Rob is there a way to get me on your podcast somehow

[@NUBULA-yt7wm]

Have you ever heard a local band around the bay area Calle scorched earth policy? Their bad ass bro!! Check em out!!!!

[@capitolc4430]

IF JEAN CLAUD VAN DAM WAS A METAL HEAD LOL~ #yOunG

[@capitolc4430]

READING POST FROM 2 YRS AGO NOW THAT IM SOBER IS LIKE WATCHING OLD CARTOONS 👀 👀

[@tillyfromthecrypt7571]

Awesome fuckin' interview! 🕸️🦇🖤🦇🕸️

[@nipulkradmsinatagras8293]

21:59 to start.

[@maggotmaggy4458]

2:00:20 I swear my dad called me at that exact moment.

[@jacekbukaczewski]

nergal a hero who fights against the hypocrisy of the church and followers. an excellent musician has his own style. unfortunately sometimes too vulgar 🤘🤘🤘

[@garry3294]

Hey keep up the best dark and music mate behemoth is one of my most favorite of all nergal u can really show the world that never be afraid to let your inner demon out i already let mine out years ok and now he is me hail satan hail the great one satan our father who art in hell satan be thy name my life is getting better thanks to heavey metal peter gundry and definitely behemoth

[@dominikvolk193]

Dominik 🤝🇩🇪🍻🍺👹

[@eternity8811]

22 mins. You're welcome.

[@ronaldbadilla4127]

Awesome!! 🤘🏼 🇨🇷

[@brittanymwancientlight]

🌌

[@HeadbangersKitchen]

Tax the fucking Churches, Temples, Mosques etc etc. All religion should be treated as entertainment and taxed.

[@Kinggg679]

Scientologists, from Clearwater, Florida, USA, should go first, but Catholic Church in Poland, has helped to survive, the Nation(including Jews)during Centuries, trom foreign oppression. Nergal, should have acknowleged this, as a graduate of University of fucking History, or something, like that, unless, he has skipped the classes, or slept , while at school, instead of learning.

[@CozzYY2453]

The Catholic Church helped Poland to survive???? Like every fuckin' parasite, the Catholic Church has to make sure that its host lives, because that way the parasite will also live well. The CC never fought of his own accord against any of Poland's enemies. They only fought those who first turned against them, as the communists did. The CC has always been a bastion of hypocrisy and opportunism calculated to survive at all costs, regardless of the nationality of the people around it. And this is how it will always be.

[@daisya.4096]

Nergal I love youuuuu

[@FeronGER]

Cheech ß Chong ... yeah!

[@yenza123]

Ov is of. Uea?

[@milosjevtic4]

Yesss

[@patrickblackmon9825]

Rob ! 🤘🔥😬🔥👍

[@lcf3335]

🥃🥃🥃🥃🤘🔥

[@Jawshmetalpunk]

I find it hilarious that Nergal is wearing a Burzum shirt considering Robbs rants about a certain other guys supposed racism! Varg is far worse!!! Though I actually love both guys. Just ironic in a way.

[@metal_monocle7334]

You can, in fact, enjoy art without enjoying the artist

[@mjultra5600]

Come on dude, at least watch the whole interview kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJjCn2ilfsdrmqM

[@what_the_hell7278]

@@metal_monocle7334 no, you can´t

[@metal_monocle7334]

@@what_the_hell7278 lulz

[@Intermentor]

People I know (including myself) that like Burzum it is all about the music. I can`t even recall talking to someone that think his view are the best.

[@ChuckNastyMoreBlood]

People voluntarily give their money to the church. Could it be that Robb is just jealous people aren't voluntarily giving him enough money to buy a private jet?

[@damianhealey5760]

The New Joe Rogan of Metal lml !!!

[@clinteastwood5299]

🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@natashahickey5758]

Ew i just realized that churches arent taxed in canada either 😮

[@christopherbell4543]

He's wearing a Burzum shirt team Varg😎

[@richterstraps]

🤘🏻