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Didn't Go Platinum

Didn't Go Platinum

By: Tim Bolitho-Jones
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 Didn't Go Platinum is the podcast that looks at the unloved and the overlooked from the world of heavy metal. We ignore the classics and instead, focus on the lesser-discussed gems. Whether it's a rarely mentioned entry from giants like Iron Maiden, or a relatively obscure British thrash band's forgotten comeback, we're interested. Where other metal podcasts look at Rust In Peace, Painkiller and Number Of The Beast, we'd rather discuss Five Serpents' Teeth and Dance Of Death. Artwork by the very talented Zoe, on Instagram at @cemeterybloom_Tim Bolitho-Jones Music
Episodes
  • S3, E5: 11 Dreams by Mercenary

    S3, E5: 11 Dreams by Mercenary
    Feb 17 2026

    Are Mercenary the unsung heroes of melodic death metal? We tackle this question with an in-depth look at the band's 2004 album 11 Dreams on the latest episode of Didn't Go Platinum.

    Regular host Tim Bolitho-Jones is joined by Brother Dave of the Menn, Metal Mayhem podcast to discuss the Danish underdogs. 11 Dreams is a very strong album, and a viable alternative to some of the more popular acts of the early 2000's, but is it too long?

    You can follow Didn't Go Platinum on Threads and Instagram at @dngplatinum or email dngplatinum@gmail.com

    You can find Brother Dave, the rest of the Brothers Menn, and the Menn, Metal Mayhem podcast here.

    And of course, you can listen to 11 Dreams on Spotify here.

    Stay metal.
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    58 mins
  • S3, E4: Those Once Loyal by Bolt Thrower

    S3, E4: Those Once Loyal by Bolt Thrower
    Feb 10 2026

    We're off to the trenches with the pals battalions as Didn't Go Platinum revisits an overlooked classic: it's Those Once Loyal by Bolt Thrower.

    This WW1-themed death metal album was deemed so good, that the band decided to stop recording once it was released. And yet, it's got a reputation as one of those albums that loads of people have heard of, but never listened to.

    Regular host Tim Bolitho-Jones is joined by enthusiastic metal journalist and fellow Distorted Sound writer Phil Cooper, the two discussing everything from their favourite songs to Blackadder Goes Fourth.

    You can follow Didn't Go Platinum on Instagram and Threads at @dngplatinum, or email dngplatinum@gmail.com

    Phil is on Instagram here.

    And you should definitely check out Those Once Loyal on Spotify.

    Please ignore the fact that Tim calls it 'To Those Once Loyal' for the entire episode.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • S3, E3: The Hunter by Mastodon

    S3, E3: The Hunter by Mastodon
    Jan 27 2026

    Put on your finest flannel shirt and lather your beard in fresh oil, Didn't Go Platinum returns to discuss Mastodon's divisive fifth album, The Hunter.

    This record was a critical smash for the band, but is a long way from being a fan favourite and seems to have fallen out of the conversation. Host Tim Bolitho-Jones is joined by Bruce from the Noizze Podcast Network for a deep dive into a fantastic, if misunderstood album. And we find out what a burl is.

    Follow Didn't Go Platinum on Instagram and Threads at @dngplatinum@gmail.com

    The Megalodon is definitely extinct.

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    52 mins
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