# KNOW//SUFFER: Rack Full of Spices, Many Flavors of Sound

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Podcast: [ATX Metal Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/atx-metal-podcast-540676)
Published: 2026-05-01T04:24:54+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/c0e3d5e2
Audio file: https://media.transistor.fm/c0e3d5e2/a218819e.mp3
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Duration seconds: 4904

## Resource

The Breakdown Most bands have a story, but few have the wild, hilarious, and sometimes downright bizarre adventures these guys do. Imagine walking into a garage and being told “Hey, you’re the vocalist now” — without asking. Or the time their van was attacked by skinwalkers on a Texas highway. If you think “crazy band stories” are just a cliché, think again. This episode with Know Suffer is a no-holds-barred, no-suffer (see what I did there?) look into a band that’s been around for nearly three decades, witnessing everything from skinwalkers to crashed vans, all while keeping it real, raw, and deeply musical. You’ll discover how a band’s evolution is more than just riffs and lyrics — it’s about respect, resilience, and surviving the chaos that comes with being real in a scene that’s always changing. We break down their wildest road trip stories, from a fog so thick it felt like a horror movie, to a mechanic who fixed their fuel pump with a sparepart — in 40 minutes flat. Jay and Toast spill the tea on what it’s like to be the “big fish” in El Paso’s scene, their secret to longevity, and how they thrive amidst Texas’s massive, sprawling tour circuits. We delve into their latest album “The Curse of Care,” exploring the songwriting process, lyrical depth, and how they stay true to their roots—metalcore, death metal, and everything in between. Plus, get the scoop on their future plans — a Texas takeover, a legendary Texas BBQ recipe, and why “the more you suffer, the more you know.” Whether you’re a hardcore fan or just love stories about bands risking it all on the road, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and some seriously good riffs. Ready for stories that are just as heavy as the music? Perfect for fans of wild tour tales, underground scenes, and the honest grit…

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