BRUTALITY PODCAST Host TYLER SHELTON Of TRAITORS & PURGE ENGINE For Episode 129

Episode 129 of BRUTALITY PODCAST welcomes deathcore mainstay Tyler Shelton of Traitors and Purge Engine for an in-depth and unfiltered conversation. Hosted by xTheYan and Dom Dez, the episode dives deep into Shelton’s evolving creative path, from his established legacy in downtempo deathcore to the next chapter unfolding with Purge Engine.

The discussion explores the full origin story behind Purge Engine, unpacking band lore, vocal direction, and the vision driving the project forward. Shelton breaks down how his approach to vocals has developed over time and reflects on the early days of starting Traitors, offering insight into the grind that helped define Florida’s heavy underground scene.

Beyond music, the episode branches into Shelton’s wide-ranging interests and personality. The hosts chat about video games, PS1-era house music, wrestling, cooking, and the laid-back but intense Florida lifestyle that shapes his world. The viral “Death Metal Fat Cat” video also gets its moment, alongside stories from playing Warped Tour and navigating life on and off the road.

Episode 129 captures Tyler Shelton in his rawest form—honest, reflective, and still pushing forward. For fans of downtempo, deathcore, and the culture surrounding it, this installment of BRUTALITY PODCAST delivers heavy insight, humor, and behind-the-scenes perspective from one of the genre’s most recognizable voices.