EPISODE 74-Deb Levine from Lady Beast

November 2, 2025·49 min·4 clips

Melissa finally sits down with Deb Levine from Lady Beast after years of trying to coordinate their schedules.

The episode begins with Melissa introducing Deb Levine, lead singer of Lady Beast, after a long-awaited scheduling effort. Deb shares her background in music, starting with musical theater and forming her first band at age 21 before Lady Beast was founded in 2009. They delve into the difficulties of touring as an underground band, with Deb explaining financial constraints and balancing work commitments, such as her business with husband Adam. Deb discusses the lyrical themes of Lady Beast's album 'The Inner Alchemist', emphasizing messages of empowerment and inspiration during challenging times. Musical influences are explored, including Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Dio, with Deb noting comparisons to Leather. The conversation shifts to Deb's podcast 'We Are Witches', which she co-hosts to discuss spirituality, rituals, and community building. Deb details her personal journey into witchcraft, blending Jewish mysticism with herbalism and tarot, especially during COVID. She also runs Heavy Herbals, a side business making tinctures and elixirs for musicians and locals. The metal scene in Pittsburgh is described as inconsistent, with Deb mentioning she stopped booking shows after 16 years due to financial losses. Festival experiences are highlighted, including playing Keep It True Rising in Germany and Hell's Heroes in Texas, with Deb sharing how connections at events like Frost and Fire led to bookings. Future plans include a potential live album and a tribute show for Ozzy Osbourne in Pittsburgh. The episode concludes with mutual appreciation and links to Deb's projects.

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A warm, practical metal conversation about touring, scene support, and the work of keeping shows going.

Melissa's talk with Deb Levine feels less like a formal interview and more like two metal people comparing notes on Pittsburgh, Cleveland, touring, and the work of keeping shows alive.

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You want a metal chat that starts with life logistics and ends with scene truths.

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