– April 27th, 2026 –
The hit interactive metal trivia experience expands to BraveWords.com
Metal Blade Records and BraveWords today announced a powerful new partnership to bring Metal Mondays, the fast-growing interactive audio trivia experience, to BraveWords.com.
Already building a passionate and competitive player base across iOS and Android, Metal Mondays has quickly established itself as a weekly ritual for metal fans. Now, for the first time, the experience will be fully integrated into one of the world’s leading metal media platforms – dramatically expanding its reach and impact.
The BraveWords rollout began Monday, April 20th, marking a major milestone in the evolution of the platform.
Metal Mondays has proven its staying power, with fans returning week after week to test their knowledge, discover new music, and compete for leaderboard dominance. The move to BraveWords.com represents the next phase – taking an already successful product and placing it directly in front of millions of deeply engaged metal fans.
Players can expect the same addictive format, now more accessible than ever:
• Audio-driven trivia spanning decades of metal
• Competitive gameplay with global leaderboards
• Opportunities to win exclusive prizes
• Deep dives into Metal Blade’s legendary catalog and beyond
What began as a mobile-first experience now evolves into a fully embedded, web-based destination – meeting fans where they already live, read, and breathe metal.
“Metal Mondays has already shown that fans are hungry for new ways to engage with the music beyond streaming,” said Brian Slagel, CEO of Metal Blade Records. “By partnering with BraveWords, we’re amplifying something that’s already working – bringing it to a massive global audience and making it even more accessible.”
“We’re always looking for ways to deepen engagement with our audience,” said Tim Henderson, CEO of BraveWords. “Metal Mondays stood out immediately – it’s proven, it’s sticky, and it taps directly into the competitive spirit of metal fans. Bringing it to BraveWords is a natural and exciting next step.”
The partnership transforms BraveWords.com into more than a destination for news – it becomes an interactive hub where fans can play, compete, and explore.
Metal Mondays encourages players to:
• Rediscover classic tracks and explore deep cuts
• Engage more deeply with artists and the Metal Blade catalog
• Return weekly for new challenges and evolving competition
• Participate in a shared global experience rooted in metal culture
It also creates new opportunities for sponsorship, advertising, and fan engagement through gamified media – an emerging frontier in music and entertainment.
About Metal Blade Records
Founded in 1982 by Brian Slagel, Metal Blade Records is one of the most influential labels in heavy music history. With a legacy spanning over four decades, the label continues to shape the genre through groundbreaking artists, innovation, and a deep connection to the global metal community.
About BraveWords
Founded in 1994, BraveWords is a premier destination for heavy metal news, interviews, and culture. With a global audience of dedicated fans, BraveWords has become a trusted voice and essential platform within the metal ecosystem.
About Metal Mondays
Metal Mondays is a weekly interactive audio trivia game that challenges fans to identify songs, artists, and genres while competing for leaderboard rankings and prizes. Originally launched on iOS and Android, the platform has built a growing and highly engaged player base, combining music discovery with competitive gameplay.
Metal Mondays is developed and powered by Pantheon Media and Spooler Media, leaders in audio innovation and next-generation fan engagement.