The history of heavy metal is marked by remarkable music and inspiring victories, but it’s also characterised by deeply personal struggles. This poignant side of the genre is explored in a new documentary series, Into The Void: Life, Death & Heavy Metal, co-created by Jason Eisener and Evan Husney, known for their work on Dark Side Of The Ring.
The eight-episode series premiered on September 22 in the US and delves into significant events such as the tragic death of Randy Rhoads and the controversial subliminal messaging lawsuit against Judas Priest, alongside an episode chronicling the untimely death of Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell.
You can watch the trailer for the series below.
How to watch in the US
If you are in the US, the show is currently streaming on Hulu, where all eight episodes are available for you to binge at your convenience. It’s worth noting that Hulu is offering a limited-time student deal at $1.99 per month with ads, which is an 80% discount off the usual price of $9.99. Additionally, a bundle that includes Disney+, Hulu, and Max is available for $16.99 per month, saving you 42% compared to the regular price of each service.
New and eligible returning subscribers can often take advantage of a free 30-day trial, meaning you watch the entire series without spending a dime!
How to watch in the UK
Currently, the show is advertised as available on Disney+, but as of now, it still hasn't appeared on the platform, nor does it seem to be available on the UK version of Hulu. We suggest keeping an eye on the platform as we fully expect it to appear soon. It could be a good idea to sign up now in anticipation of its release.
How to watch from anywhere
If you're going to be outside the US on holiday or travelling for work but still want to catch Into The Void: Life, Death & Heavy Metal, don't worry, as you'll still be able to watch with a VPN.
Virtual Private Networks are used to change the location of your IP address, enabling you to watch the programme outside of the US. Nord VPN is Louder's service of choice, and it's currently available with 72% off the usual price - and there's a 30-day money-back guarantee.
How to use a VPN
1. Install a VPN. As we've mentioned above, Nord VPN is Louder's favourite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN. If you'll be outside the UK on holiday and want to watch the Ozzy doc when it's broadcast, just select 'UK' from the list.
You'll then be all set to watch Into The Void: Life, Death & Heavy Metal.
Ahead of the show's release, we spoke with the creators about their inspiration for these stories. Jason Eisener shared that he has always been a fan of metal music. He said, “Evan and I are lifelong metal enthusiasts. Our friendship was built on our shared love for movies, metal, and wrestling, which began about 15 years ago. We are very interested in telling stories from cultures that have been marginalised or misunderstood, with wrestling being one of them. We wanted to explore the human side of these narratives. For years, Evan and I dreamed of creating a series outside of wrestling, and we would love to delve into the world of heavy metal.”
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