Sabaton’s Joakim Brodén recently appeared on The MetalSucks Podcast, Episode 560, to discuss the theatrical release of Sabaton’s concert film, “The Tour To End All Tours,” which will be shown exclusively in North American theaters on October 30 and 31. During the interview, Brodén shared insights into the pre-planning process for the film and discussed the possibility of a worldwide release in the future. He also hinted at the potential for a band member to surprise fans at a screening of the film.
In addition to talking about the concert film, Brodén touched on Sabaton’s current North American tour with Judas Priest and addressed the question of whether the band can continue performing into their 70s. The conversation also delved into Brodén’s personal favorite war films and documentaries, as well as a rough timeline for new music from Sabaton.
During the podcast, hosts Petar and Jozalyn discussed the departure of Mexican Coke from Fentanyl due to issues on tour, as well as Forbes magazine’s list of the top 38 metal bands. They expressed surprise that none of the bands on the list were less than 20 years old, sparking a conversation about the evolving landscape of metal music. The hosts also touched on comments from James Hetfield about Metallica’s legacy status and Gene Simmons’ controversial behavior on network TV.
As the episode came to a close, listeners were treated to tracks from Sabaton, including “Soldier of Heaven” and “Stormtroopers,” as well as a song from Ad Infinitum titled “Outer Space.” The interview with Joakim Brodén provided fans with a deeper insight into Sabaton’s upcoming projects and tour plans, making it a must-listen for metal enthusiasts.
