Hi. I’m Adam Landau.
I play bass, I listen to weird metal music, and I’ve started to make crossword puzzles. So I figured, why not combine those interests for other like-minded people to enjoy?
Every Monday, I’ll post a “Metal Monday” crossword. These might be themed or themeless, but you can expect clues and entries you probably won’t see in a national outlet. They’ll be a bit proper-noun heavy, and possibly a little obscure, but I know I’ve always wanted to see more rock music in my crosswords, and now I get to make that happen.
I’ll post some non-Metal/music related puzzles as well. It won’t be every week, but some Wednesdays, I’ll post a themed puzzle, and some Fridays, I’ll post a themeless.
I’m still pretty new to crossword construction, and so would love any and all feedback. Leave a comment or drop me an email with any thoughts, criticisms, suggestions, or music recommendations.
See you in the pit.
-Adam
PS – Here’s some of what I’ve been listening to recently, in case anyone is looking for the vibe of my musical interests…
Protest The Hero – “Palimpsest”
Intervals – “Memory Palace”
Archspire – “Bleed The Future”
Thank You Scientist – “Terraformer”
Propagandhi – “At Peace”
Thrice – “Horizons/West”
PPS – If you’re looking for additional crosswords from me, here’s where I’ve had nationally published puzzles (and I hope this list keeps growing!):
Sunday, October 26, 2025 – Los Angeles Times
The Puzzle Pit 