Burnt Songs from the Toaster is an ongoing series of albums by David Kitzmiller that pushes his music into heavier, more aggressive territory. Building on the vulnerability and introspection of Recorded Songs from the Toaster, this series explores heavy metal, thrash, industrial, and chaotic alt-rock to confront anger, betrayal, inner conflict, and survival. Each volume expands the series’ musical universe with uncompromising honesty and emotional intensity.
Scheduled for release in November 2025, this debut volume of Burnt Songs from the Toaster is Kitzmiller’s most confrontational work to date. From the breakneck aggression of Serpentine to chaotic grunge and industrial textures, each track channels frustration, survival, and inner turmoil. Songs like Broken and Playing with My Heart explore betrayal, emotional wounds, and rage, while tracks such as A Graphic Moment provide quieter counterpoints to the relentless intensity. This album amplifies the themes of survival and emotional honesty from previous volumes while demanding attention and introspection.
David Kitzmiller’s music can be experienced on his YouTube Channel. The first single released from this series:
Serpentine — Intense, aggressive, and confronting, showcasing the heavier new direction of the series.
Aggression and intensity — heavy metal, thrash, industrial textures.
Emotional honesty — exploring anger, betrayal, inner conflict, and survival.
Contrast and depth — quieter moments provide emotional counterpoints.
Continuity with previous series — builds on vulnerability of Recorded Songs from the Toaster while expanding sonic range.
Burnt Songs from the Toaster continues Kitzmiller’s commitment to raw, confessional music. His songs demand attention, confront discomfort, and invite reflection. Listeners who value emotional honesty, depth, and intense musical storytelling will find a powerful experience in this ongoing series.