In this explosive episode of the Time for Metal Podcast, Simon and Kai welcome none other than Joakim Brodén, the powerhouse frontman of Sabaton. From fireballs to backstage mishaps and deep dives into history, this episode covers it all.

The conversation takes you behind the scenes of Sabaton's legendary live shows, their brand-new album “Legends”, and the creative teamwork that fuels the band. Joakim shares humorous tour stories, the danger of pyrotechnics in windy conditions, and what it means to carry military history into modern metal.

💬 Takeaways from the episode:

• Sabaton celebrates 25 years of heavy metal mayhem

• Stage fails are part of the game – laughter is essential

• Pyro effects require serious planning and safety

• “Legends” focuses on mythological and historical heroes

• Every band member contributes to the songwriting process

• Fans play a central role in Sabaton’s identity

• Joakim is as much a storyteller as he is a performer

🎵 Sound Bites:

• “We’re still in military history.”

• “We want the prize.”

• “That is very, very beautiful music.”

📍 Episode Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction & Welcome
02:38 – Sabaton’s most epic stage fails
09:54 – Pyrotechnics and safety challenges
10:30 – The new album “Legends” and its creative process
17:29 – Connecting with fans & future plans
19:10 – Music outro: Ozzy Osbourne – The Ultimate Sin 🎶

🔥 Listen now and see the next Sabaton show with a whole new perspective!

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