In this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman W4CY Radio, Pipeman interviews metal vocalist Lyric Noel. The conversation covers Lyric's musical journey, her collaborations—especially the new single "Acid Bloom" featuring Stitched Up Heart—and her perspectives on women in metal, creative process, and the supportive nature of the metal scene. They also touch on viral success, the importance of technique in extreme vocals, and Lyric’s multifaceted career.

Main Topics Covered

Lyric Noel’s recent collaborations, particularly "Acid Bloom" with Stitched Up Heart

The design and significance of song-specific merchandise

Women breaking barriers and supporting each other in the metal scene

The role of emotion and technique in music, especially extreme vocals

Personal stories from Lyric Noel about her musical inspiration and journey

Experiences with viral video success and the differences between originals and covers

Gatekeeping and expectations for women artists in heavy music

The supportive atmosphere of metal festivals and the sense of community

Hair styling in rock and metal, with fun anecdotes about fellow artists

Key Discussions & Stories

How "Acid Bloom" Collaboration Came About
Lyric Noel discussed how "Acid Bloom" was not initially intended as a feature, but after signing with Judge and Jury, she decided Mixie (Stitched Up Heart) was the perfect fit thanks to her cyberpunk-goth style and stage presence 02:31.

Unique Song Merchandise
Pipeman and Lyric Noel talked about how few artists release shirts for individual songs and applauded the creativity behind it 01:12.

Women in Metal & Collaboration
Pipeman pointed out the rise of women in the metal genre and how their technical ability impresses audiences 03:19.
Lyric Noel highlighted the importance of women in the scene supporting each other and how they’re "rewriting the rules," specifically praising bands like Spiritbox, Jinjer, and the collaborative spirit among female musicians 19:19.

Learning the Art of Growling
The challenges and techniques behind growling and screaming in metal were discussed, with references to leading figures like Courtney LaPlante and Heidi from Butcher Babies 07:03.

Musical Origins & Inspirations
Lyric Noel shared how her journey began with Disney soundtracks, progressed through pop, and landed in metal after discovering the band Kittie, which inspired her to pursue this genre 08:39.

Viral Success Story: "Cry Little Sister" Cover
Lyric Noel described how their cover of "Cry Little Sister" went viral organically on YouTube, gaining 4.4 million views without advertisement 17:16.

Metal Community as Family
Several stories showcased the inclusive nature of metal festivals and how the stereotype of "scary metalheads" is often the opposite of reality 11:13.

Gatekeeping and Industry Challenges
A candid discussion on how some in the press and music industry still gatekeep female artists, contrasted with positive personal experiences with major artists like Amy Lee and Nita Strauss 14:14.

Notable Quotes

"Music is all kinds of art, you know, and I looked at that t-shirt under your merch. I was like, wow, that's pretty badass." — Pipeman

"I look at music like, you want to be big, act big, and you will be." — Lyric Noel

"Women have way more passion and emotion than most men. So that plays a role, I would say so." — Pipeman

"We have to support each other... bands like Spiritbox are really kind of rewriting the rules." — Lyric Noel

"It's a learned skill is what it is... No one's born knowing how to scream, actually. It actually takes more natural talent to sing." — Lyric Noel

"If it wasn't for me discovering Kittie, I don't know if I would be having this conversation with you here today." — Lyric Noel

Resources & Links Mentioned

Lyric Noel Official

TikTok: Lyric Noel Official

Instagram: Lyric Noel Official

Facebook: Lyric Noel Music

YouTube: Lyric Noel Official

Merch & Website

CB Entertainment
Managed by Chris Bianchi

Bands & Artists Referenced:

Stitched Up Heart (Mixie), Living Dead Girl, Sleep Token (Vessel), Spiritbox (Courtney LaPlante), Jinjer (Tatiana), Butcher Babies (Heidi), Kittie, 12 Stones, Amy Lee, Nita Strauss, Bring Me The Horizon, Alex, Full Metal Jesse

Connect & Support

Follow Lyric Noel on all major social platforms.

Get exclusive "Acid Bloom" merchandise at lyricnoel.com.

Listen, share, and support female voices in metal!

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