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Interview CENTENARY

Interview with Mike Bradley of Old School Death Metal Band CENTENARY from the US

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first> came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

It was my sister who is 8 years older than me who saw my interest in music and on my 13th birthday, bought me my first guitar and a copy of Iron Maiden’s arguably best record, Live After Death: Double gatefold vinyl. That was the start of it.

Freshman year of high school(1988/89), is when I met my best friend Tony and he showed me Napalm Death’s Scum album and Sore Throat’s Unhindered by Talent album. Tony then begged my Mother( on his knees) to let me go to Death Pestilence and Carcass at Blondie’s on 7 mile and Evergreen in Detroit. Carcass for some strange reason decided not to attend so a local group called Fatal opened with what will be known as their last gig. It was magical.>

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ?

I frequented Blondie’s, then Todd’s and Harpos predominately in my youth.>

The local scene here, back in those days, was small (300-400 people) and predominately male which nowadays is different. I have a ton of outstanding shows that I went to but there are three that stick out the most:

Deicide/ Demolition Hammer / Cancer at Todds I rode my bike to the nearest McDonalds and locked it up, went inside and ordered 4 Big Macs and a large orange pop, ate then called a cab to take me to the show at Todd’s, I was 16 years old. It was the first time Deicide toured the United States so the place was packed. However, Demolition Hammer stole the show and I am lucky enough to be able to see Vinny Daze perform live. RIP.

Cannibal Corpse/ Agnostic Front/ Obituary and Malevolent Creation at Todds. Not only was this an exceptional show, it was also one of the most violent I’ve ever been to. Seeing that the hardcore guys started getting into Death Metal back then, this was a pinnacle show here. Obituary hit the stage, ruled but only played for 20 minutes after an empty plastic pitcher was thrown onto the stage and hit Donald Tardy in the head. He walked off stage which incited a riot. I’ll never forget that night but to ask Donald About that now, he might not remember.

Suffocation/ Dismember and Vader at Todd’s. This particular show holds a special space in my heart for it is when I made life long friends. Dismember and Vader had already toured through with Deicide a month prior. The show ruled because there was not that many people there. Dismember was taking requests. After the show was over, I had mentioned to the guys in suffocation that if they needed a place to stay, I could accommodate them. Already making friends with them prior, they agreed and that is why, still to this day, I speak with Terrance, Mike Smith and Chris Richards on the regular.

3. Did anyone play in any bands before Centenary ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

Prior to this, I was involved in four other bands: Grievance, All Creation Wept, Solidification (OH) and Vein of Lunacy.

Centenary was created in 2014. My Bass player and Lead guitarist were in a group Genocya. My lead vocalist was involved with a group called Nurse Ratchet and my drummer was involved called Surfer James. All of these bands have releases available on Youtube. There are so many fond memories, there’s just too many to list.

4. How did you come up with the band name Centenary , do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

I wanted something that sounded old. By looking up words on the internet, I found the word Centenary which means a celebration of 100 years and seeing that we are a bunch of old farts, the name fits. And I came up with the moniker of “Detroit Chainsaw Metal” to explain our sound which is a combination of Stockholm Death Metal with a Detroit attitude because I believe the Detroit attitude makes it especially unique. The band started in 2014 and in the 10 years that have passed, there have been quite a few line up changes to get to the concrete line up that I have today.

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

It all starts with the “blueprint”, which is Entombed’s first album. After hearing that album for the first time, I always loved the guitar tone. Still to this day, in my opinion, the best guitar tone. There are so many other bands that influence our writing style but if I was to pick one as the greatest influence, it would be Left Hand Path. Extreme metal in general is what inspires me to be involved in creating my own genre of music.

6. You are working hard on a new album. Can you tell us more about your upcoming new album and your new song “Salem’s Rot”? and tell us about your latest EP “Death…The Final Frontier” 2021 ? recorded at CDN Records ?

Yes. We are currently half way through the writing process for the new album titled, “There’s no resting …in festering slime.” Which will once again, be released through CDN Records. Our newest song, Salem’s Rot, is based on the Tobe Hooper Classic made for TV film, Salem’s Lot. A majority of our songs are based on PG rated material from my childhood. The full length album, Death…The Final Frontier, was our first album for CDN Records which includes our out of print demo EP called “Where no lives matter” as bonus tracks. This is still available through CDN mail order.

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

Any place that will have us is actually quite important, however, I will give credit where it is due and I would like to thank Maxwell Lange and the staff of the Sanctuary for always being a top notch venue in Detroit.

8. What was your Weirdest show you’ve ever played and why ? feel free to mention more than one, and don’t hold back on the details ?

Back in 2017, we played a DIY venue and during the course of partying before performing, an interesting person who was in our military was hanging around. We thought that was cool because we support our armed forces but when he asked us if we wanted to do Molly, we declined and I had to ask the guys in the band what the hell Molly was. Later on in the evening before we performed, I had a good buzz on but was coherent, I bumped into said gentleman again who proceeded to shove a bottle of Jameson whiskey in my face wouldn’t take NO for an answer. To be nice, I faked taking a pull off the bottle and maybe let a thimble full into my mouth. “What’s that going to hurt?” . What I didn’t know is that the bottle was spiked, I proceeded to feel so terrible that I passed out outside, one of the guys in the band found me and luckily I was no tampered with (lol) but they had to help me inside where I passed out in the upstairs level on a dirty old mattress. So I was not able to perform my duties as rhythm guitarist. That was the last night I ever imbibed alcohol and have been sober ever since. That was weird.

9. What is l Centenary – Show like? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ? Can you tell us something about your support performances with LEFT TO DIE ?

Our shows are pretty standard. Sometimes, people mosh to our music other times, people just watch. But the main reason that we do this is to bring forth the same feelings of joy and happiness that I and others feel when we are touched by this particular genre of music. As this is written, we are one day away from re-opening for Left to Die at the Sanctuary. The first time, back in 2022, the area around the venue ironically had a power outage. So, while there was a “ heavy metal parking lot” and we made the best of it, it still sucked ass because not only did we not play, but nobody did. I was especially disappointed not to see the opening bands, Skeletal Remains and Mortuous. But on a good note, I got to hang out with my buddy, R. Rozz all day. What is cool about this time is that an opportunity came up and they arranged things so that the gig could be made up. This says a lot about the professionalism of the guys in Left To Die. We Detroiters appreciate this. Tomorrow is Easter Sunday here, so I’m going to enjoy the resurrection of old school death metal with some of the best.

10. Which Festivals would you still like to play ,and Which festivals do you have the best memories ?

To be completely honest, I do not think that we are that big of fish in our genre sea . We are what is known as weekend warriors. Being literally located in the top middle of the United States,. It’s not too difficult to travel to certain places. We have not been asked to play any festivals. Currently, we are working diligently to finish the new album which hopefully will be released this year on CDN Records. It’ll be available on cassette, LP and CD which includes two bonus tracks.

11. How can fans and future fans locate, ,listen to and buy your music & merchandise . Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

To my knowledge, we are available on all platforms including Instagram, FB Spotify, Itunes, Bandcamp etc. Or, directly through CDN Records, Canada. I would like all of our fans around the world to know that the new record is on it’s way. Cover Art has been done again by no other than Juanjo Castellano Rosado.

12. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band ? And are your plans for the future ?

We recorded our oxide session here in 2023. A defining moment for us, thanks again to Dave Miziveth and the film crew for an outstanding job! its available on youtube. Fortunate to play anywhere we did in 2023…I have no favorites; all our gigs are a good time. I already have conceptualized the fourth album…. future endeavors include writing more material, and possibly recording a live album.

13. These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band ! Something to add yourself ?

Some of us are here for a long time. Some of us are here for a short time. Enjoy the time.

And Thank you, Mike Bradley

LINKS:

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/detroitchainsawmetal

Bandcamp:

https://centenary.bandcamp.com/album/death-the-final-frontier

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/centenary_official?igsh=dnRnMm12YzA4YXB5

Metal Archives:

https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Centenary/3540424416

CDN Records:

https://cdnrecords.com/

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Interview KICKIN KIDNEYS

Interview with Thrash/Death Metal Band from La Roda, Spain KICKIN KIDNEYS

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

Mr. Crap: In my case, I made contact with metal music when my father taught me to download songs from the Internet, because he never listened to what he was actually downloading. Among several shit, I found “The Ecstasy of Gold” by Metallica and it got me forever.

Dani: I think my first contact with metal music was pretty “typical”. In my house the only music I remember was limited to pop and rock music, I grew up with Michael Jackson, ABBA, Queen, Bon Jovi…I guess Youtube’s algorithm did the rest. I remember that one day bands like SOAD or Slipknot appeared in my life, that was the beginning. As you can imagine, over time everything evolved until I discovered a wide variety of incredible music that I was unaware of until then. That’s when I met the guys from Kickin’ Kidneys and decided to join as a vocalist.

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ?

Tupatupaman: The metal scene in La Roda was pretty nice back when we were teenagers, there were a few bands which we could idolize like Krakatoa, Hacha, Komando Legonazo or Harlem. Nowadays they are all gone 😦

3. Did anyone play in any bands before Kickin Kidneys ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

Mr. Crap: My first band was called Metal Jamon, I created it with my friends when I was 16 and I’m not really sure what we played but we learned how to hold the guitar and to behave on stage. I also had the chance later to join Krakatoa, which Tupatupaman mentioned earlier and some stupid projects along the way. Right now I also play with Litost, a Black/Death band from Valencia.

Pablo: I started playing in my first band when I was 16 years old, it wasn’t created by friends but by the “Universidad Popular”, an institution that encourages young people to start in a band. In my case I applied to the metal band where I was admitted with another two friends. I played there for 2 years, but I ended up quitting because people with less experience entered and I felt that I had to look for another band that pointed higher. After all I learned in that band I stayed inactive for two years until my friend and bassist, Victor, asked me to join the Kidneys.

4. How did you come up with the band name Kickin Kidneys , do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

Tupatupaman: As you may know, we formed in 2013 under the name Nemesis. As every band at that age, we were all friends who shared a passion and started playing whatever we could. With time we realized that Thrash music was our best option, although we keep adding elements from lots of styles such as Death, Crossover, Reggae or Black. Metal Archives tagged us as Experimental Thrash. We prefer the terms “Thrash with things” or “Whateverthefuckwewant Metal”.

The history of the name took a long time. We knew that Nemesis (after Arch Enemy) was not an option, there are hundreds. We spent years proposing thousands of ridiculous names (Velvet scrotum, Hulk 2, Pandas Don’t Want to Live…) with the idea that we should be the first link in Google. Kickin’ Kidneys was just the least bad of those names and our goal seems to be fulfilled, search Google to confirm.

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

Mr. Crap: after playing Symphony of Destruction for the first time we knew it was our thing, so we slowly threw the fuck away all non Thrashy songs and our first original compositions took that direction too. Megadeth, Metallica, Kreator, Arch Enemy, and especially Angelus Apatrida and Crisix were our main mentors.

6. Can you tell us more about your new Demo Album with 4 songs “Rotten Souls” ?

Dani: With this demo we intended to have a small catalogue of our sound, so instead of one or two we picked four tracks so that it represents our variety.

We have recorded it completely on our own, little by little, with the great help with the drums and the mixing of Dani and Manri from Litost, to whom we want to thank (check them out!!). We hope you enjoy it!

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

Tupatupaman: Our favourite stage was called La Perdición in Villarrobledo. We don’t know exactly why but people used to go crazy in there, good moments. Unfortunately this bar closed a few years ago.

Special mention here to Llanura in La Roda, who are friends of ours, great thrashers and they make an awesome beer that makes concerts more joyfull.

8. What was your Weirdest show you’ve ever played and why ? feel free to mention more than one, and don’t hold back on the details ?

Mr. Crap: I would say it was a strange concert in Campo de Criptana where the lineup had no sense at all, with rap, punk, and metal bands, too many of them for a single evening, in an unlicensed pub and organized by people with dubious qualifications. We performed in last position so we had to bear all that mediocre hip-hop bands until we had our chance and then lights went off because police had been called.

9. What is l Kickin Kidneys Show like ? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ?

Víctor: You can find all you can expect from a Thrash Metal fucking concert: violence, beers, mosh pits, laughs, good vibes, midgets juggling with chainsaws, rat infestations… Basic stuff. We preffer everyvody having a nice time rather than performing a perfect show.

10. Are there other types of music you would like to play with a band ?

Mr. Crap: We enjoy mixing Thrash with every possible genre in the world, so anything can happen.

Pablo: I would really like to play some Proggressive Metal, but these motherfuckers mates of mine would hit me until death.

Mr. Crap: Shut up and start loving Thrash!!

11. Which Festivals would you still like to play ,and Which festivals do you have the best memories ?

Tupatupaman: We have never had the chance to play in a festival, so I gess it would be those shity festivals they used to make in La Roda with local bands.

The festivals we usually attend and we would be so honoured to play in are Leyendas del Rock in Villena and Ginetarock in La Gineta.

https://www.leyendasdelrockfestival.com/

12. How can fans and future fans locate, ,listen to and buy your music & merchandise . Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

Dani: Rotten Souls has been released on every streaming and downloading platforms in the whole existence, so they only have to search on their favourite site and we will be there. If you guys like our music and want to know more about us or buy some merch, do not hesitate to contact us directly on our social media. Now, I will tell you some links, which are so hard to speak but it will look great in the written transcription.

Kickin’ Kidneys:

https://g.co/kgs/AmJTkgx

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/intl-es/artist/2Rx9Eyp7gQyTb8FGyU5KQM

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@KickinKidneysOfficial

Bandcamp:

https://kickinkidneys.bandcamp.com/album/rotten-souls-demo

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/kickinkidneys/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/KickinKidneys/

13. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band ? And are your plans for the future ?

Mr. Crap: We’ve mostly spent this year recording the demo in our little spare time and we actually had real fun moments while doing this. Although I believe a specially nice afternoon was the Photo session in the field as we love fooling around, mostly when there are cameras.

As for future plans, we are already thinking about our album!!

Víctor: Yeah, that afternoon was awesome. But for me one of the best moments as a band in 2023 was a concert at Altea, people had a great time, no doubt the best thing about playing in a band is feeling that complicity with the audience.

14. These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band! Something to add yourself ?

Dani: Firstly, we would like to thank you for contacting us and leting us explain our work to your readers.

To whoever reads this, we truly hope you enjoy our music and keep supporting underground metal!!

Thank you really much.

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Interview CHRYSTAL PEAK

Interview with Loshua (Volalist) of Thrash Metal Band from Ecuador CRYSTAL PEAK

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

Each of us had a unique and different experience. Speaking for myself (I’m Ioshua, the vocalist), I was exposed to metal from a young age thanks to my uncle, who introduced me to bands like System Of A Down and Rob Zombie. During my teenage years, I delved into more aggressive music, listening to bands like Asking Alexandria, Bring Me The Horizon, and Infant Annihilator, among others. It was during this time that I began to discover my guttural voice, and it’s been a journey I’ve continued to pursue until now. I remember my first concerts being at free festivals organized in Quito with lots of enthusiasm.

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ?

The metal scene in Quito is somewhat limited, with the most listened-to genres usually being urban, pop or folklore. Because of this, there’s a very intimate connection with metal local bands, such as Sal y Mileto, Descomunal, Madbrain, Minipony, among other incredible bands. We fondly remember some local festivals with great enthusiasm, like VAQ (Verano de las Artes Quito), QuitoFest, and concerts at the Concha Acustica de La Villaflora.

3. Did anyone play in any bands before Crystal Peak ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

Yes, we’ve all been part of other bands before Crystal, and some of us currently have side projects (such as Cesgar, Deer Hollow, War Execution). Our experience in each of these projects has contributed to our musical development and shaped what Crystal Peak is today. The best memories we have are from the concerts and the moments we shared together.

4. How did you come up with the band name Crystal Peak , do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

Crystal Peak is a fictional military base featured in the movie Terminator 3, which happens to be a childhood favorite of two of the band’s founders. Jito once said, “When I saw the movie, I was blown away, and I said, someday I’m going to have a band with that name. The predominant musical style in our songs currently is Death Thrash, although we don’t limit ourselves to the rules of musical genres. In 2020, the band started to formalize, committing to regular rehearsals, all thanks to connections we made through social media.

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

Metal is a highly cathartic genre, serving as a form of expression for each of us and a release for life’s emotions. We find inspiration in the situations that arise in our reality, from the everyday to the social issues that affect us all. Our favorite bands include Deftones, Idles, Knocked Loose, Loathe, Sylosis, System Of A Down, Tallah, Turnstile, among others. However,

the band that has inspired us the most is Gojira.

6. Can you tell me something about your new single “War Without End” Recorded on House of Murder Records ? can we expect more new music ?

“War Without End” is our first single, and we’re very pleased with the outcome we’ve

presented. It will be part of our debut album “Vehemens.” Right now, we’re preparing the

release of our next single, “Hail Satan,” a shorter but more explosive song. Stay tuned to our social media channels so you don’t miss out!

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

Every concert has been special for us, but we can highlight one particular show we organized and held at the end of 2022. The venue was “La Caja Negra,” an iconic place in Quito. Before the event, expectations were low, but as the hours passed, it turned out to be a success and an incredible experience.

8. What was your Weirdest show you’ve ever played and why ? feel free to mention more than one, and don’t hold back on the details

We have a couple of anecdotes. In one concert at a bar in “La Zona,” our former bassist vomited while playing, which was visceral, and the audience took it with admiration. On another occasion, for a performance at a festival, we hired a contortionist friend who delivered an extraordinary body show while we played, he even popped out his eye.

9. What is l Crystal Peak – Show like? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ?

Our shows are characterized by fast-paced sections where strength and energy take center stage. People get excited and form intense mosh pits, and the intensity of our performances shines through (always with love, of course).

10. Are there other types of music you would like to play with a band ?

Of course, vallenato and reggaeton. xD jk, we are open to experimenting with the influences that each band member wants to contribute. Embracing individual creativity and incorporating various musical inspirations can truly enhance the depth and uniqueness of our music.

11. Which Festivals would you still like to play ,and Which festivals do you have the best memories ?

The largest festival we’ve participated in is called “Abrakadabra,” and it was a very rewarding experience. We hope to be part of more significant stages in the future. Our next goals are the most important local festivals, such as “QuitoFest,” “VAQ,” and “The Metal Fest.” And why not? We aim to perform at international festivals like “Rock al Parque” in Colombia, “Summer Breeze” in Brazil, or “Hell & Heaven” in Mexico.

12. How can fans and future fans locate, ,listen to and buy your music & merchandise . Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

You can contact us through our social media channels. We handle merch sales personally or at concerts, so stay tuned for upcoming releases!

13. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band ? And are your plans for the future ?

In that year, we worked on materializing the album. We already have everything recorded and are currently in the process of mixing and mastering, as well as creating content for the respective releases. Additionally, we had around 15 gigs throughout the year.

14. These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band! Something to add yourself ?

Thank you, Frank, for this space. We’re glad to share everything that Crystal represents with you. We have a lot to offer, so stay tuned! Much love. ❤

LINKS:

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/crystalpeakthrash

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/crystalpeakthrash

Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/@crystalpeakthrash

TikTok:

@crystal.peak

Spotify:

House Of Murder Records:

Youtube:

https://youtube.com/@houseofmurderrecords4631?si=okVyCqnY07xtxnhy

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/hom_records?igsh=MXE4czZ1MHV6NHFiaw==

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/hom.records

Interview TIGGUO COBAUC

Interview with TIGGUO COBAUC Enochian Metal Band from Nottingham UK

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

I was born on a peaceful island in 1977, where I experienced a typical childhood filled with outdoor activities like playing football and riding bikes. However, everything changed when I was around 14 years old. It was during this time that I was introduced to metal music, thanks to some friends who lived very close to my house. In those days, there were no CDs, so we shared cassette tapes featuring bands like Kreator, Sodom, Death Angel, Pestilence, and Obituary. The raw energy and powerful sound of metal captivated me instantly, and I fell in love with it. Attending concerts was not a frequent occurrence, but whenever I had the chance to experience live metal music, it left a profound impact on me. These early concert experiences served as inspiration, fueling my desire to pursue music myself. At the age of 16, I picked up my first instrument, and I’ve been playing music ever since. Metal music not only became a passion but also a driving force that shaped my life in a positive way. It provided an outlet for self-expression, creativity, and connection with others who shared the same love for loud, intense music. From those humble beginnings to the present day, my journey with music has been a continuous source of joy, fulfillment, and inspiration. It’s a testament to the transformative power of music and its ability to leave a lasting impact on our lives.

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ?

The local metal scene where I grew up wasn’t particularly large, but it was vibrant and full of passionate individuals eager to share their love for heavy music. We didn’t have many established venues dedicated to metal, so bands often performed at events held in schools or private gigs organized by musicians or the government. Despite the limited infrastructure, these events provided valuable opportunities for local bands to showcase their talent and for metal enthusiasts like myself to immerse ourselves in the music. One of the defining moments for me was when MTV started airing “Headbangers Ball,” a television program dedicated to metal music. It was through this show that I was exposed to some of the biggest metal bands performing live on stage for the first time, albeit through a screen. While the lack of internet meant that information about metal bands and events was scarce, “Headbangers Ball” became a crucial source of knowledge and inspiration for me and many others in the local scene. It opened up a whole new world of metal music, introducing us to iconic bands and performances that fueled our passion even further. Some of my greatest memories from those days revolve around gathering with friends to watch “Headbangers Ball” and discussing our favorite bands and songs. These shared experiences strengthened the bonds within the local metal community and fueled our collective enthusiasm for the music. Although the local metal scene may have been small compared to larger cities, its impact on shaping my musical taste and identity was immense. It provided a supportive and vibrant community where I could freely express my love for metal music and forge lifelong friendships with like-minded individuals.

3. Did anyone play in any bands before Tigguo Cobauc ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

Yes, before Tigguo Cobauc, I played guitar for a band called “Karnak Seti” from 2001 to 2015. During my time with Karnak Seti, we recorded three albums and two or three demos. It was an immense experience for me as a musician, and I attribute much of my growth and knowledge about live show performance to my time with the band. The camaraderie we shared in Karnak Seti remains strong even today, and we are still best friends despite the band being inactive. Luca Martello, my bandmate in Tigguo Cobauc, also had a band before called “Even Vast.” Luca has shared with me that Even Vast embarked on tours during the 90s and had the opportunity to support big bands during that time. Although I wasn’t personally involved with Even Vast, hearing Luca’s stories about his experiences with the band has been inspiring and has contributed to our shared musical journey.

4. How did you come up with the band name Tigguo Cobauc , do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

The band name Tigguo Cobauc was actually conceived before my involvement, as the band had already been established for approximately two years when I joined. The name Tigguo Cobauc holds significant historical significance, representing the history of Nottingham city. Over a thousand years ago, Nottingham was initially settled under the name “Tigguo Cobauc,” which translates to “city of caves” in Old English. This historical reference serves as a profound homage to the city’s origins and heritage. Initially, the band aimed to create a sound rooted in doom with elements of sludge, emphasizing a heavy, low-end sonic quality. The original lineup featured two bass players utilizing distortion, along with a guitar and drums setup. Although the initial lineup didn’t record a demo, by the time I joined, the band had already composed six songs. I learned these songs on bass and contributed to the lyrical content. For two of the existing songs, I offered my own interpretations, crafting lyrics from a different perspective. Additionally, I wrote the lyrics for the remaining four songs needed for our debut album. A few months after my arrival, we began recording our first album in Manchester. Throughout the recording process, our musical style evolved, incorporating more elements of blackened sludge. This fusion of influences led to our classification within the metal genre as blackened sludge.As time progressed, our musical ideas expanded, incorporating more elements of black metal into our sound. Today, our music incorporates these black metal influences, reflecting our ongoing evolution as musicians and artists.

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

Playing in this genre felt like a natural fit for both myself and Luca. We were drawn to its powerful and raw energy, as well as its ability to convey intense emotions and themes. Luca’s influences from old-school death metal bands such as Bolt Thrower, Morbid Angel, Six Feet Under, and Obituary certainly played a significant role in shaping our musical direction. These bands’ aggressive soundscapes and visceral lyrics resonated with Luca, inspiring him to create music that embodied a similar ferocity and intensity.Additionally, Luca’s appreciation for bands like Clutch, Conan, and Monolord added depth to our musical palette. These bands bring a unique blend of heaviness, groove, and atmosphere to their music, which undoubtedly influenced our approach to songwriting and sonic experimentation. As for myself, I found inspiration in a variety of sources. Drawing from personal experiences, emotions, and observations of the world around me, I sought to craft lyrics that were both introspective and thought-provoking. Additionally, the music itself often served as a source of inspiration, with riffs and melodies emerging from spontaneous jam sessions or moments of creative exploration.Overall, our collective influences from bands spanning various subgenres of metal, as well as other heavy music styles, contributed to the creation of our own unique sound within the genre. It’s this amalgamation of influences and inspirations that drives us to continue writing and performing music that resonates with both ourselves and our audience.

6. Can you tell me something about your upcoming new album “A Fountain Of Anguish Is Gone“ and your new single “Eternal Quietus” Recorded on Trepanation Recordings UK, Fetzner Death Records EU, and H-Soundmusic Records. What is your story behind your Album Title ?

Producing and recording this album was a unique and fulfilling experience for us. While we took charge of recording everything except the drums, which were expertly captured once again at Noiseboy Studios in Salford, UK, we made a deliberate choice to approach this process differently. Recording in our own studio allowed us to operate without the typical time constraints associated with traditional studio bookings. This decision not only provided us with the freedom to explore our creativity fully but also proved to be a cost-effective measure. It enabled us to experiment with various amps and microphones, ensuring we achieved the precise sonic quality we envisioned for this album. While we could have handled the mixing and mastering at our professional studio, Major Oak Studios in Nottingham, UK, we opted to entrust this crucial aspect to Esben Willams, drummer of Monolord. Esben’s expertise and creative insight were invaluable to us. He took on the mixing and mastering duties at Studio Berserk, his own studio in Gothenburg, Sweden, delivering a final product that surpassed our expectations. The lyrics for “Eternal Quietus” describe a turbulent emotional journey marked by themes of internal struggle, despair, and a relentless search for renewal. The vivid imagery of drowning in blood and being buried in the dark conveys a sense of intense emotional pain. The repeated references to death and rebirth suggest a cyclical pattern of turmoil and renewal. The later verses introduce societal elements, depicting chaos and betrayal, expanding the narrative beyond personal struggles to include broader societal issues. The questioning of perception and distance from faith and peace reflects a yearning for connection and tranquility amid the challenges described. “A Fountain of Anguish is Gone” as the title of the album and a recurring theme throughout the songs suggests a cohesive narrative or concept behind the music. It seems that the album explores various scenarios or stories from different ancient eras, all tied together by themes of anger, anxiety, greed, and their consequences. The title itself evokes a vivid image of emotional turmoil and suffering, which appears to be central to the overarching theme of the album. Each song likely delves into a different narrative or scenario where these emotions play a significant role, leading to tragic outcomes such as death or, in some cases, a sense of relief after the turmoil has passed.Drawing inspiration from different historical eras and weaving them together with themes of anguish and its consequences showcases a rich tapestry of storytelling and imagination. It offers listeners a journey through various time periods, exploring the universal themes of human emotion and the repercussions of our actions.Overall, “A Fountain of Anguish is Gone” it’s conceptually rich and thematically cohesive album that invites listeners to reflect on the complexities of the human experience across different cultures and time periods.

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

Playing with Tigguo Cobauc has been an incredible journey, and one of the most significant experiences for me was our first tour outside of Europe, when we traveled to Brazil. It was a milestone moment in my career, marking an expansion of our reach and introducing our music to new audiences on a global scale.Reflecting on my experiences with previous bands, certain venues and events hold a special place in my heart. One standout memory was opening for Dark Tranquillity in Porto and Lisbon, Portugal. Sharing the stage with such a legendary band in iconic cities was a surreal and humbling experience that I’ll always treasure. Additionally, performing at some of Portugal’s biggest metal festivals like “Barroselas Metal Fest,” “Moita Metal Fest,” and “Grandola Metal Fest” was an honor. These festivals provided an unparalleled platform to showcase our music alongside renowned acts, fostering connections within the metal community and contributing to our growth as musicians.Each of these experiences, whether it was touring abroad with Tigguo Cobauc or performing at prestigious events with previous bands, has been instrumental in shaping my musical journey and fueling my passion for live performance.

8. What was your Weirdest show you’ve ever played and why ? feel free to mention more than one, and don’t hold back on the details ?

While I haven’t encountered any particularly bizarre situations in metal shows, I do have a memorable experience from playing at a food festival with my previous band. The setting was completely unexpected for a metal performance, with attendees primarily expecting culinary delights rather than heavy music. As we took the stage, it was clear that many in the audience were taken aback by our presence amidst the food stalls and relaxed atmosphere. Despite the initial shock, we embraced the opportunity and delivered our performance with full force. The contrast between the serene surroundings and our intense music created a surreal atmosphere that lingered throughout the set .Surprisingly, as the performance progressed, we noticed that some attendees began to appreciate the unexpected entertainment. By the end of our set, we received positive feedback and even garnered some enthusiastic reviews from those who had initially been skeptical. While it may not have been the typical metal show experience, playing at the food festival provided a unique opportunity to challenge expectations and showcase our music in an unconventional setting. It was a testament to the power of music to transcend boundaries and leave a lasting impression, even in the most unexpected of circumstances.

9. What is l Tigguo Cobauc – Show like? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ?

Attending a Tigguo Cobauc show is an experience unlike any other. Our goal is to deliver a performance that is as professional and captivating as possible, ensuring that our audience is fully immersed in the sonic journey we create. From the moment the first note resonates through the venue, attendees can expect a faithful reproduction of our album’s sound and energy. We believe in maintaining the same sonic integrity in our live performances as in our recordings, allowing our songs to retain their essence while delivering a powerful and dynamic performance. One of our priorities is to curate a seamless and engaging setlist, ensuring that there are minimal dead moments between songs. This ensures that the energy of the show remains consistently high, keeping the audience fully engaged from start to finish. At a Tigguo Cobauc show, you can expect a unique and intense atmosphere that captivates the senses. Our music is characterized by its distinctive sound, blending elements of doom, sludge, and black metal to create an immersive sonic experience that transports listeners to another realm.

10. Are there other types of music you would like to play with a band ?

My previous band was highly influenced by melodic death metal, and all my compositions were based on that style of music for many years. So, at the moment, I’m enjoying this new adventure, and I think I’ll stay to explore it a bit more.

11. Which Festivals would you still like to play ,and Which festivals do you have the best memories ?

I have always dreamed of playing at some of the biggest festivals in the metal scene, such as Wacken Open Air or Download Festival. These festivals represent iconic stages where some of the greatest bands in the world have performed, and to be able to share our music on such platforms would be a dream come true. However, I am also grateful for any opportunity to play at festivals, regardless of size or location. As long as our band has the chance to step onto a stage and share our music with the world, it is a special and memorable experience. Each festival holds its own unique charm and energy, and some of my best memories come from the camaraderie and shared passion for metal that I have experienced at these events. Whether it’s headlining a massive festival or playing a smaller, more intimate gathering, the thrill of performing live and connecting with the audience is incomparable.

12. How can fans and future fans locate, ,listen to and buy your music & merchandise . Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

If you’re interested in exploring more about Tigguo Cobauc, you can easily find our music and stay updated on our latest news and releases through various online platforms. You can follow us on social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook, where we regularly share updates, behind-the-scenes content, and details about upcoming shows. For listening to our music, you can find us on popular streaming platforms like Spotify, where you can stream our songs and albums at your convenience. Additionally, our music may be available on other streaming services, so be sure to check your preferred platform. If you’re interested in supporting us further by purchasing our merchandise, such as shirts or CDs, you can visit our Bandcamp page. There, you’ll find a selection of our merchandise available for purchase, and you can also reach out to us directly through our Facebook page if you have any specific inquiries or requests. We’re always grateful for the support of our fans, both old and new, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your continued enthusiasm and passion for our music. Your support means the world to us, and we look forward to sharing more music and memories with you in the future.

13. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band ? And are your plans for the future ?

In 2023, one of our most cherished moments as a band was completing our latest album. We poured our hearts and souls into the recording process, and we’re thrilled with the result. The album represents a significant achievement for us, both artistically and personally. Looking ahead to the future, our plans revolve around further refining our craft and continuing to evolve as musicians. We’re eager to explore new creative avenues and push the boundaries of our sound. One of our immediate goals is to focus on producing our next demo, where we aim to experiment with different ideas and approaches to our music. Beyond that, we’re excited about the prospect of performing live again and connecting with our fans on a deeper level. We’re committed to delivering unforgettable performances and sharing our music with as many people as possible. Ultimately, our journey as a band is an ongoing adventure, and we’re enthusiastic about what the future holds.

14. These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band! Something to add yourself ?

Thank you Frank for the opportunity to participate in this interview. We truly appreciate your interest and support for our band. It’s been a pleasure sharing our experiences and aspirations with you. We also want to express our gratitude to our fans for their unwavering support and encouragement. We wouldn’t be where we are today without you. Here’s to the future and all the exciting adventures it holds. Cheers!

LINKS:

LINKTR.EE:

linktr.ee/tigguo.cobauc https://tigguocobauc.bandcamp.com/tra…

SPOTIFY:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QnUK…

FACEBOOK

https://www.facebook.com/tigguocobaucband/

INSTAGRAM:

https://www.instagram.com/tigguocobauc/

Trepanation Recordings:

https://trepanationrecordings.bandcamp.com/

Fetzner Death Records:

https://fetznerdeathrecords.de/

Interview ONE MISSING LINK

Interview with Nikan (lead vocalist) of Metalcore Band from Iran ONE MISSING LINK

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

Hello Frank thank you for having us! Metalheads mostly start their journey in their teenage years, we are no exception. But there is a huge difference between us and many other teenagers in democratic countries that have more freedom and that’s the fact that we in Iran are isolated and art in general is censored here. We always had to go through many steps to break out of the isolation to discover the art within the world outside.

Nikan (lead vocalist) says: “But in summary, as far as my knowledge goes, The Rasmus was the first rock band I’ve ever listened to while I was just 15 years old but I never had a chance to see them live”.

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ? What is the metal scene like in Iran ?

The most notable thing about the metal scene in Iran is that there are a lot of prohibitions. Playing any genre that somehow doesn’t respect the country’s main religion (Islam) is doomed to be considered as ‘Satanic’ so playing in a metal band could be considered a crime punishable with imprisonment or even death in some cases.

Despite the odds, we have some great bands who act as representors of our scene. Bands like: Out of Nowhere , Demonic Ecstasy, and Robobun.

3. Did anyone play in any bands before One Missing Link ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

No, but our guitarist Mahan Abdollahi also has his folk project which is a cut above the rest when it comes to folk rock in Iran. The project is the same as his name.

4. How did you come up with the band name One Missing Link, do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

One Missing Link was derived from the missing links inside Darwin’s theory of evolution. There are many missing links such as missing creatures or events which have led us to be modern-day humans. We decided to name the band ‘One Missing Link’ to relate most of our lyrics to the evolution of mankind, mostly emotionally and spiritually as there is a missing link that we have not paid attention to.

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

As mentioned above each of us started this journey when we found ourselves being inspired by a spark from a metalcore band. Modern Metal bands like Wage War, Asking Alexandria, Bleed from Within, and Bad Omens inspired our sound.

6. Can you tell us more about your new single “Second Kin” ? Can we expect more new music? If you would like to tell us about what else you have released, that is of course also welcome, including “Shadows Inside” ?

We always try to focus on what is mostly called ‘Modern Metal’ recently and ‘Secobd Kin’ is no exception. This song describes a conversation between a human being and its dark specter inside, just like our last releases ‘Shadows Inside’ and ‘The Monstrosity’ its atmosphere is somehow filled with darkness and emotions buried within. We are currently working on our first EP whose concept is the same as mentioned.

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

As we live in Iran we never had the chance to play live but we always dream big! And one day big stages like Knotfest will be ours to show our love and creativity for music to everyone.

8. What is I One Mising Link – Show like ? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ?

For the future when we are able to play live shows, we always imagine a banner carved with our name between two statues in which the white and black represent goodness and evil, respectively. It’s our designed concept for future lives and absolutely fans are gonna receive bangers with every song, jumping and headbanging with heavy breakdowns, and getting emotional with catchy choruses.

9. Are there other types of music you would like to play with a band ?

Yes I (as a vocalist) am starting a post-hardcore/synthwave project with our producer Alireza Sina. Nothing special to mention right just wait for the good stuff :).

10. Which Festivals would you still like to play ,and Which festivals do you have the best memories ?

We would love to play on big stages live Knotfest, Wacken, Rock am Ring, etc.

11. How can fans and future fans locate, ,listen to and buy your music & merchandise . Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

We release our songs on all digital platforms and are working towards creating merch for the fans who like supporting us.

12. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band ? And are your plans for the future ?

Upgrading our musical quality is the main goal that we achieved last year and also getting mentioned and interviewed by multiple great websites (just like yours) was a cherishing moment for OML, which is a cut above the rest when it comes to achievements.

We as a band plan for future live shows followed by new releases which also continue OML’s vibes.

* These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band !

LINKS:

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/one_missing_link_official?igsh=MXhlNWxoM2tzazBpaQ==

Spotify:

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@onemissinglink4798?si=Snm34vFnSLz4wBlR

One Missing Link: https://g.co/kgs/jup8YW2

Also here’s the link to the press release:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10IPWCImhLCnbB4kZT8ODL-23rtxCgSnGNrbOYX_2A7E/edit?usp=sharing

Unite Usia:

Iranian Metalcore Band One Missing Link Hone In Stellar Songwriting On New Track [Iran]

Interview BLOODORN

Interview with Nils of Power Metal Band from France BLOODORN

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

I started to listen to Metal when I was very young. My uncle helped me to discover Iron Maiden when I was 3 or 4. I remember watching Maiden England (VHS) at my grandparents place again and again. Then I started to play guitar at 14 and now guitar is my life! My first gig was Iron Maiden on the “Give me ed tour” in 2003 in Paris. This will always remain in my memory.

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ?

Ouch … You know in France, Metal Music (even if we have Hellfest now) is a quite small community… I grew up in Colombes (Paris Suburb) and there was 1 Guitar shop and… no gigs at all. The only memories that I can share with you are the gigs I saw when I was old enough to take transport by myself and go to Paris. Edguy at “L’Elysée Montmartre”, Therion at “La Loco” ….

3. Did anyone play in any bands before Bloodorn ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

We’re all playing in another bands. Michael and I are playing in Sirenia, Francesco in Freedom Call and Mike in Silent Winter. My first real band was T.A.N.K (Think Of A New Kind). We did a tour supporting Soilwork in 2015 and I think that the best gig was at the 013 in Tilburg. With Sirenia, we released a new album a year ago called 1977 and we just finished a European Tour. We’ll be back in the UK in May with Temperance and we have some gigs this summer for festival season. So many good memories with Sirenia! I really enjoyed performing at the 70000 Tons Of Metal last year! I’m also the Guitar Player of Dropdead Chaos, a French Modern Metal band with Boris from Betraying The Martyrs and I would say that Hellfest 2022 was a blast!

4. How did you come up with the band name Bloodorn , do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

The name BLOODORN is a play on words from the Viking torture method “Blôdörn” (better known as “Blood Eagle”) and “Blood”. In the band’s universe, the BLOODORN is like a Reaper, a monster ready to kill and destroy everything in its path and we’re (the musicians) his assassins. I started to work on Bloodorn in 2020 during the pandemic. Because of the situation, I thought that the time had come to do it! I was alone when I started to work on this project and I wanted to have some demos with lyrics before sending invitations to join the band. In general, the idea was that the Bloodorn is like a Reaper, a monster ready to kill and destroy everything in its path haha! Our lyrics are about fighting oppression, standing up against tyranny but at the same time, lyrical themes include shadow cults, honor, history and even video game references. After the pandemic I got a kind of repulsion for what our world has become. .

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

I’m a huge fan of Power Metal and always wanted to play that kind of music. I’m a great fan of Power Metal but I also listen to a lot of Extreme Metal bands like The Black Dahlia Murder, Fleshgod Apocalypse and Necrophagist that’s why there’s a lot of Extreme Metal elements in our songs and that’s why we’re saying that we’re playing “Extreme Power Metal”. I know that Dragonforce does the same but it’s not the same kind of “Extreme Metal” In my opinion. I do like Dragonforce and I had the chance to share the stage with Herman Li on the 70000 Tons Of Metal for the All Star Jam (really nice guy) but they were not a big influence for Bloodorn. I’m a huge fan of bands like Iron Maiden, Helloween, Gamma Ray, Rhapsody, Edguy, Beast In Black, Angra and Symphony X for the “Power Side” haha and I also love Fleshgod Apocalypse, The Black Dahlia Murder, Necrophagist … If I have to mention albums, New World Order, (Gamma Ray), Nightbringers (The Black Dahlia Murder), Berserker (Beast In Black), Veleno (Fleshgod Apocalypse) and Iconoclast of Symphony X.

6. Can you tell us more about your new Album “Let The Fury Rise” And your new Single “Under The Secret Sign” recorded at Reaper Entertainment ? What is your story behind your Album Title ?

“Let The Fury Rise” is the first album of the band. We finished the mix and master in France last year in June at the Vamacara Studio. We signed with Reaper in October because we took the time to study every offer from the labels. As I told you, after the pandemic I got a kind of repulsion for what our world has become. I got a kind of Fury inside me that I needed to unleash haha. We chose “Under The Secret Sign” as the first single because it’s the perfect track to introduce the band. It’s fast, melodic with a catchy chorus but there’s some cool blast parts and technical guitar solos.

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

If you’re talking about the place where I played I would say Every place I got the chance to play in. Touring and l play guitar on stage every night on tour is my dreamchild. I’m just living my dream and I live for the music. Like Manowar said ” I need metal in my life Just like an eagle needs to fly”.

8. What was your Weirdest show you’ve ever played and why ? feel free to mention more than one, and don’t hold back on the details ?

There’re not so many weird shows to be honest. The last one I remember was a venue in Germany during a European Tour… When we arrived in the morning after a long drive we walked in the venue to find the catering but … The venue was not cleaned from the previous night. It was probably something like a partner swapping party or BDSM night haha! There were condoms everywhere and it was clearly smelling of sex, latex whatever there were gynecologist chairs in the backstage . Everybody ran out of the venue and we spent the day in the bus haha.

9. What is l Bloodorn – Show like? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ?

It’s gonna be very powerful and energetic. I want a mix between a powerwolf show and a Gojira show. Lots of synchronised headbanging.

The thing is we just released 2 singles at the moment I’m writing these lines and the album will be released in May. We started to work on the booking. Fingers crossed.

10. Are there other types of music you would like to play with a band ?

I’m playing flamenco (in Rodrigo Y Gabriela style). When I was going to Faroe Islands in February for the Tyr fest I met the guys of Opal Ocean. I would love to do that kind of stuff as well.

11. Which Festivals would you still like to play ,and Which festivals do you have the best memories ?

I would love to play Wacken it’s like THE place to be along with Hellfest now. Also Bloodstock, Loud Park but also Metal On The Hill, Alcatraz and Graspop. My best memories are at Hellfest with T.A.N.K and Dropdead Chaos but also because I play there every year as the official ESP Guitars ambassador in France. 70000 Tons Of Metal with Sirenia.

12. How can fans and future fans locate, ,listen to and buy your music & merchandise . Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

First of all, BLOODORN IS NOT A SIDE PROJECT! We want to do the maximum and reach the top with this band! About our music, fans can listen to it on all streaming platforms, youtube and they’ll find our official merch on the Bloodorn shop on Reaper Entertainment website.

13. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band ? And are your plans for the future ?

Bloodorns best moments of 2023 were the first meeting at Vamacara Studio and signing with Reaper because they’re doing an amazing job. We’re very happy about our progress so far!

14. These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band! Something to add yourself ?

Thanks to you all and we hope to hit the stage very soon!

LINKS:

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/bloodornofficial

Youtube:

https://images.app.goo.gl/t2Jj9q4arvZ6eaho6

Metal Storm:

https://metalstorm.net/bands/band.php?band_id=23499&bandname=Bloodorn

Napalm Records:

https://napalmrecords.com/english/bloodorn-let-the-fury-rise-cd.html

Interview GORE FORCE 5

Interview with Dominique (Bass player) & Jeroen (Guitar player) of Death/Grindcore Band from Antwerp Belgium GORE FORCE 5

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

Dominique: I’d say around 13-14 years old a friend gave me a ‘metal’ mix cd he made, on it were songs like ‘World of Glass – Tristania’, ‘Mirror Mirror – Rhapsody’ and some Pantera, Sepultura….
The 2 songs that stood out for me were Wings by Vader and Savage Butchery by Cannibal Corpse. Couple weeks later i owned a copy of Vader’s Litany and Cannibal Corpse’s Gore Obsessed. First concerts were probably local bands in small venues, the first major one was Immolation and Cradle of filth at the AB in Brussels 17/04/2003.

Jeroen: What’s this? Psychology 101? Let’s go for the general broad stroke here. Most of us rolled into extreme metal during our teens (except for Jan, who was into Napalm Death as a kid). Pick up an instrument, meet buddies who play music, start a band… Twenty years and counting and we’re still making music. We’ve been to lotsa concerts, yes, but the first one…? Can’t remember! Special mention to Senne who was a homeless junkie in his teens. Oh and his grandparents who kept his ass quiet by putting on Porn… How’s that for childhood memories?!

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ?

Dominique: I grew up in a really small town and for some reason i mainly remember the local cafe gigs of local hardcore bands like Hard Resistance, Upperhand, Pushed To Far… Sometimes you got to see the harder stuff from those days like Leng T’che, Aborted, Neverlight Horizon. For some reason Lemuria and Crusader just popped in my head as wel 🙂

Jeroen: Looking back there was something resembling a scene. Antwerp had some cool bands back in the day, but we were very good at pretending there was an actual scene. If you compare it to something that encompassed a whole province (like the H8000 thing) we were just some dudes hanging out at the same bars. For us, we hardly knew each other before we got together. Jan and Wes (and our old singer Jesse) were part of the Zwijndrecht crew, Dom lived somewhere else and Senne is considerably younger. Mutual hangout spots were het Bierland in Antwerp, and the regular clubs where we partied (Trix, Biebob, Lintfabriek, Frontline). The only memory we still have is that once these places existed and we were lucky enough to have been in them. 4 of the places I mentioned are closed! Jan can brighten up your whole evening with the shenanigans he witnessed at the legendary pub ‘t Hemeltje in Antwerp, but that’s stuff for a podcast or something.

3. Did anyone play in any bands before Gore Force 5 ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

Dominique: We’ll as ive always said the entire Belgian metal scene is one big pile of incest, everyone we know has a link to a band someone else we know plays in 😄 Ive only played in one band before GF5, my teenage band i guess you could say, which was Pulverize. We released one EP in 2006. Our new vocalist Senne is also the singer in Awaiting Chaos. Released there first album in 2015

Wesley (guitar) ex-Axamenta …they released like 6 albums

Jan (drums) ex-Kumbunzzbootiebitchbunch. K4B only ever recorded 1 song for a deathmetal.be compilation cd. This song, Rudolph The Red Nosed Rapist, was remade and recorded for the new GF5 album.

Jeroen (guitar) ex-Anaemica (released 2 demo’s), ex-Aeons of Old (released 1 EP), ex-Sfagnum (released 3 demo’s) and currently also plays in Fractured Insanity (released 5 albums) and Slagter (Slayer tribute band)

Jeroen: Fuck yeah! I’m gonna sum up a whole lot of dead and buried bands here, so just let’s say we’ve been around in a lot of bands before, and during our time with GF5. Wes was in Axamenta, Jan and Wes had Life Lies Bleeding, Jan was in Trampstamp, Dom had Pulverize, I was in Drowning, Anaemica, Aeons Of Old and Sfagnum and Senne is still in Awaiting Chaos. We suggest you check the metal archives for our releases. And memories… A ton. Good and bad.

Looking back, it’s amusing to see what we did and did wrong. But it was all in good faith. We learned on the way. There are lots of moments where we can go “been there, done that”, as well as discovering something new.

4. How did you come up with the band name Gore Force 5 , do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

Dominique: Ever see the movie Pulp Fiction, Vincent Vega and Mia Wallace sitting in the diner Jack Rabbit Slim’s where she’s talking about her pilot episode for Fox Force 5? Just replace Fox with Gore. Thats were its from. After Kumbunzzbootiebitchbunch stopped they kicked Gore Force 5 into life. I joined in 2015 after Johan (bass) quit, Senne in 2022 after Jesse (vocals) quit.

We’re to goofy for deathmetal, we’re to deathmetal for grindcore so we’ve been calling it Slightly Grindy Deathmetal.

Jeroen: Gore Force 5 is a play on Tarantino’s Fox Force 5, but since we’re not a bunch of foxy chicks… We want to play straightforward kickass deathmetal with a nice dose of grind and some humour mixed in as well. When we started, we kept coming up with all these silly songtitles and decided that it was way to much fun to present ourselves as this very brutal band that can also have a laugh. And the Force is basically a continuation of the KumBunzzBootieBitchBunch. An infamous grindband from Zwijndrecht. But K4B was a great joke that wasn’t that fun anymore in the end and Jan, Jesse (original singer), Johan our first bassplayer and me still wanted to make some noise together. Hence the Force.

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

Dominique: Blame Vader and Cannibal Corpse, they got me hooked on deathmetal and i cant imagine playing anything else, its heavy its fast and in our case it still gives you freedom to be a bit wacky with tempo’s and structure.

Song inspiration can come from anything. Our songs can start from a single guitar riff or in several cases we came up with the title for the song first and the title dictated how wacky or “Grindy” the song was gonna be.
Recently Goregasm has been a great inspiration also Origin, a little Gorerotted, maybe some Gutalax.

Jeroen: It’s the genre that fits. We don’t want to go evil or fantasy, we want to kick ourselves and an audience in the teeth! We write basically the same song over and over again with just enough variation to please ourselves. Riffs come to us on the fly. Find a cool riff, build a song around it and make it flow. Here and there we try to spoof some other genres, but we always start out with fast and aggressive riffs.We don’t really take inspiration from other bands, because those bands are WAAAAY better then us and we are just 5 fuckheads who want to do this as a hobby. Personally I adore Origin, but we’re just not as good as Origin. But that’s all right. Nobody is. We just go with our gut feeling if something works. What does inspires me is how a band can present themselves live. There is always a balance between playing the tightest as possible and having some fun. We want our audience to join us in that fun. And you don’t do that by looking as a bored accountant on stage What was very cool was that Senne as a new and considerably younger member, has a very different approach to vocals then Jesse. So that’s also a new thing for us. We can have a whole different dynamic with just his style. For example: “Domates Soslu” from our latest album was a song we were totally not sure about, until we heard what Senne did with the vocals. The song worked a fuckload better then we expected. So that’s another thing we learned on the way.

6. Can you tell us more about your new Album “At Full Force” ? Do you also have a story behind your Album Title?

Dominique: It’s our 4^th album and some of the songs weve had ready for a while the rest were idea’s that for some reason never got 100% finished. When Senne joined the band in 2022 he was talking about setting up his own recording studio (Soundhound Studios) and that brought us back to talking about finally finishing the songs for a new album.

The decision was made that we wouldnt play any gigs in 2023, we would use the entire year to finish up the songs, get em recorded, mixed, mastered and book gigs for 2024. Booking the album release gigs went really well with about 1 or 2 gigs per month for the entire year, the first one being Club Hell on January 20th. We finished the songs fairly quick and in between rehearsing and fine tuning the music we helped out building the studio itself, 3 layered floor, walls, ..
After finalizing the build of the studio and borrowing some recording gear we threw ourselves at it and everything went great untill the very last day of mixing. Senne went upstairs, fired up his computer and there must have been an electrical surge cause everything on his hard drive was just F’ed, sadly this included the backup drive that was still plugged into the computer. This happened mid december, a month and ..1 or 2 weeks away from the first album release gig. The artwork was already at the printers, Sven Janssens who was going to master the audio, Multidisc who was going to reproduce it were all waiting on us at this point. An absolutely gutwrenching group phone call informed everyone of the disaster and we quickly decided that we COULD NOT show up at the first show without the album. We dove back into the studio the next day and recorded ALL tracks AGAIN in 1 WEEK ! The album was mixed and mastered in 3 weeks, pushing everything to the absolute very last deadline the CD’s arrived on our doorstep the day before the first show !! The title really is just a title, it popped up and nobody had anything against it or came up with anything better 🙂

Jeroen: We had a very big focus on this one. We spent most of 2023 writing and rehearsing the songs. Dom was very keen to have something different in each song. And lucky for us, Senne had some experience recording with his other band. So we recorded everything in his attic. Only major brainfreeze was that due to a harddrivecrash, we lost all music. So with the deadline of that first booked show, we had to rerecord and mix everything in three weeks! But we (and by that I mean Senne) managed to get it done just in time! We rule! Having the option to do everything ourself, was great! No pressure, no extra costs. Except Sven Janssens from the famous Red Left Hand studio, who bailed us out big time by cleaning up the drumtracks. Props to you, Svenchi! The title …there’s not really a story. Just a cool title.

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

Dominique: For me its not necessarily the venues but the bands you get to share it with. Gigs that have stood out in the past were with bands like for example: Deranged, Igorrr, Blood Red Throne, Kaasschaaf,..A recent one that stood out was playing DB’s in Utrecht NL in support of Kraanium, the place was packed, the crowd was on it from the first notes, awesome night.This year will have some more gigs for the books i’m sure: Asgard Metal Fest, the support show for Gutalax in septembre. We are currently 4 shows deep into the album release year and honestly there hasnt been a bad one so far 😉

Jeroen: Well, not all shows are memorable (or good in our case), but opening for Malignancy in de Rots in Antwerp (which is also closed) was very cool. A couple of nice ones at Frietrock. And playing with the mighty Kraanium was a total blast. For me the one we did as a trio in Bar Motard was amazing. When things were not allright in the band, we managed to play a kickass gig when we least expected it!

8. What was your Weirdest show you’ve ever played and why ? feel free to mention more than one, and don’t hold back on the details ?

Dominique: I wasnt in the band at the time but there are 2 stories ive heard that stuck with me:

1) When Gore Force V was still K4B they played a gig somewhere and were offered food before the show. Jesse (singer at the time) had a bit too much to eat and sometime mid set as he was standing in front of the stage he vomited explosively on the floor. Second singer who was …a special guy ..thought it would be fun to “ice skate/slide” through the vomit puddle. A few tries in he took a big run-up (to the obvious horror of the audience), slid a few feet, stumbled and half fell half crashed into the emergency exit door next to the stage which flew open. The door fell shut behind him locking him outside.
. ..he was still holding his wireless microphone. So what followed was, as the band was still playing, an adventure over the PA system as he makes his way AROUND the building and gets into an argument at the door cause they didnt wanna let him in.

.. .what the audience and the band heard was along the lines of “No, dude im on stage right now, im with the band” .. .. “WHAT, NO! i’m performing right now, listen “BREEEeeee” See, thats me! LET ME IN!!”

2) Another Pre-GF5 K4B story is that they where playing a 5 band line-up. They were loading the K4B gear back in their cars and the next band arrived (a bit late). They offered the next bands drummer to help unload his van which he obviously appreciated, that way he could run inside and start setting up immediatly.
As the drummer is carrying his floormat inside they yell to him “what do you need unloaded?” and the drummer over his shoulder yells back “EVERYTHING!!”.
So thats what they did, they unloaded EVERYTHING that wasnt nailed down.
the drummer didnt notice immediatly since he was setting up at record speed but the K4B guys were decorating the entire stage with EVERYTHING they found in the van.
So the next band played their show accompanied on-stage by: A pressure washer, a few traffic cones, a spare tyre, a car jack with random wheel lug nuts, the center console sigarette lighter, the paperwork from the glove compartment, a few packs of TicTacs, a bunch of empty sigarette packs, the contents of the removable ashtray, the fuel filler cap, his unscrewable antenna, 2 pairs of sunglasses and his windscreen wipers.

Jeroen: Weird… No. It’s basically always the same gig. Stage, crowd, good or bad PA, we show up and hammer down the metal! Although we did play at the wedding of a fan once. That was surreal. Delivering your brutality, while grandma sits in the corner plugging her ears!

There was one great gig on Vlamrock, where our previous singer Jesse scared all the hardcore girls out of the club, by saying silly Jesse things. And with K4B we had a surreal one where Jesse barfed all over the floor in front of the stage. Followed by skating-through-puke, crash-the-emergency-exit mayhem.

9. What is l Gore Force 5 Show like ? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ?

Dominique: We’re not gonna hide in the backstage till its showtime we wanna hang out with the audience, the other bands, we wanna talk at the merchtable as we throw stickers, buttons and temporary tattoo’s at you 😄 On stage dont expect a long sample intro and a band standing there scowling and looking mean. We want you to throw your hands up, laugh at our song titles and for the love of god the beachballs are not allowed to hit the ground!!

Other than that you can expect a band that is going to blast through its setlist at a ridiculous pace and occasionally stopping to let you know the next song is one you can dance to, like Jean Baptiste or a song you can sing along like Panda Porking Power Ranger.

Jeroen: Force Live is very intense and very fun. The music is very fast, very loud and very brutal, but between songs we have some fun. Some bickering between ourselves, heckling our audience, lightens the mood. I cannot start counting the times I was laughing so hard because of Jesse’s between song banter. The good thing is that we’re getting a lot tighter in the last years, so musically we stand our ground anytime anywhere. Since we’ve been throwing beachballs in the audience, we’ve seen a lot of other bands copy that! Bastards… Also since Senne got surgery, he has to be in a wheelchair most of the gig. Which is also a unusual way to present yourselves to an audience. But it works for Jeff Becerra, so we’re safe! And we don’t really know if it happens, but we try to do a gig as good as possible so that the band behind us is either happy with the vibe we created, or scared, because they have to up their game.

GigStarter:

https://www.gigstarter.be/artiesten/gore-force-5

10. Are there other types of music you would like to play with a band ?

Dominique: zero, none. Im not pretty enough for power metal, im too joyful for black metal, im too twitchy and move to much for Doom metal and i have to much class to play deathcore .. ..I cant do K-pop cause i’m a shit dancer.

Jeroen: Don’t know. Could be. All members have (had) other bands, but it’s always been heavy. Can’t imagine Jan grabbing a xylophone and tinkeling away. But he’s free to do so if he wants to Senne sometimes plays DJ at dubstep gigs and I think he makes Reggae as wel. Wes used to play classical piano.

11. Which Festivals would you still like to play ,and Which festivals do you have the best memories ? I can imagine that the best stage for Grindcore Bands “Obscene Extreme” in the Czech Republic is on your bucket list ?

Dominique: Yup, Obscene Extreme is the big one. Other festivals ..Heidelberg Deathfest . ..Alcatraz maybe if were going local, fuck it we’ll play a country blues festival if they’ll have us i’m sure we’ll fit in. I mean GF5 did play a wedding once.
Best festival memories . . again more so certain bands over full festivals: the farewel gig Slayer played at Graspop, Nile at Antwerp Metal Meeting and anytime ive had the chance to see Origin live.

Jeroen: Festivals are crap! You always have to hurry, you don’t get a decent soundcheck and unless you’re Dying Fetus, nobody cares. All big festivals we’ve played, we were one of those “filler bands”. But we played Frietrock a whole lot of times, that’s a really cozy festival in Belgium, that we’ve seen growing bigger over the years. We’ve played there at one of the early editions, and will play the final one this year, ‘cause unfortunately due to the tragic death of the organizer, this will be the final one.But all festivals are on our bucket list. Including Obscene. Only thing is that we’ve got to get there.

12. How can fans and future fans locate, ,listen to and buy your music & merchandise . Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

Dominique: I suppose following us on Facebook or Instagram is good start 🙂 Its the best way to stay in the loop for upcoming shows and the easiest way to contact us. Our albums are on every streaming service imaginable and merch from shirts to hats and tattoo’s can either be ordered through email or we do prefer you show up at a live show at come say Hi at the merch table.

Jeroen: Check us on Spotify, youtube and Instagram. Weekly silly stuff going on on our FaceBook! We have merchandise (shirts, cd’s, beanies, badges, puzzles, stickers…), but we sell most of our stuff when we play live. If you consider yourself a FAN, we thank you and we have more of the same malarkey for you in the years to come

13. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band ? And are your plans for the future ?

Dominique: Recording the album …losing it all and recording it again in record time. Coming together and getting it all done in the nick of time was amazing.

Jeroen: 2023? Not really anything. We recorded the album and it was fine, but that was not really a band experience. Senne and Dom did most of that work. But playing for an enthusiastic crowd with Kraanium in 2024 was very VERY cool. This year we are promoting “At Full Force” and between gigs we’re gonna write new songs, which will be more of the same. But better!

14. These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band! Something to add yourself ?

Dominique: Yeah thanks for reading our ramblings and keep an eye on us cause we are planning on getting an EP out somewhere next year and are eyeing a next album in 2026.

Jeroen: No problem. Thank YOU for taking an interest in our music. Something to add? Naah. We thank you for the interest and hope to prove too you that we are indeed a Force to be reckoned with!

LINKS:

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100061038615621

Linktree with links to FB, Insta, Spotify and Youtube:

https://linktr.ee/goreforcev

Old members and discography:

https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Gore_Force_5/3540334974

GigStarter:

https://www.gigstarter.be/artiesten/gore-force-5

Zware Metalen:

https://zwaremetalen.com/nieuws/gore-force-5-is-terug

Interview FADING ECHO

Interview met Storm,Bart,Odin,Seth & Jonah van een van de jongste Hardrock/Metal Bands van Nederland FADING ECHO

1. Kan je wat vertellen over je kindertijd ? Herinner je je wanneer je voor het eerst in contact kwam met harde muziek en wat was je eerste concert ?

Storm: Als peuter had ik zo’n oranje/blauwe V-tech camera waar ook muziek op kon. Daar had ik o.a. Angel of Death van Slayer op staan (m’n ma is een metalhead). Ook heb ik altijd al lang haar gehad, waardoor ik bij de club van jongens met lang haar onze briljante drummer leerde kennen. Odin wilde toen al een bandje oprichten met z’n maatje Bart en mij. Na een oproepje bij de music’scool volgde Jonah en na een heuse auditie kwam Seth erbij. Het is ‘m dus mooi gelukt! Eerste concert? Goh…. Vanaf m’n 8ste ging ik al naar grote festivals. De laatste jaren heeft Dynamo Metalfest m’n voorkeur.

Bart: Eerste contact met metal was achter in de auto luisteren naar mijn moeders muziek. Lekker mee gillen met Slayer, Anthrax en Rammstein. Mijn eerste concert was in de 013, Slayer en Anthrax. Ik was toen bijna 8.

Odin: Mijn ouders zijn metalheads, dus ik ben er mee opgegroeid. Toen ik 3,5 jaar oud was, was ik helemaal gek van de band Ghost. Ik vroeg mijn ouders of ik ze in het echt mocht zien. Toen ik 5 was kwamen ze eindelijk naar Nederland (Tivoli op 5 December) en hebben mijn ouders mij meegenomen naar het concert. Inmiddels ben ik 46 metalfestivals en concerten verder. Verder wilde ik zelf ook heel graag een band. Met het oprichten van Fading Echo is dat goed gelukt!

Seth: Als kind kwam ik al vroeg in aanraking met muziek. In de auto stond altijd de radio aan en als mijn ouders muziek opzette kwamen namen als Nirvana en Pearl Jam vaak voorbij, maar ook dingen als Within Temptation of Therapy?. Mijn eerste concert van een bekende band waar ik naartoe ben geweest was de Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2022. Dit is ook al jaren mijn favoriete band.

Jonah: In mijn kindertijd luisterde ik eigenlijk bijna niet naar muziek. Later ben ik van The Beatles naar metal gegaan. Mijn eerste concert was Legends of Rock. Daar was ik samen met m’n vader naartoe gegaan.

2. Kun je de lokale scene beschrijven waar je bent opgegroeid, welke bands en locaties belangrijk voor je waren en kun je enkele van je beste herinneringen aan deze bands & plekken delen ?

Storm: Vooral Tilburg en Eindhoven. Hier in het dorp is bar weinig te doen.

Bart: Lokaal is hier op Flakkee weinig te doen. We hebben Jailhouse, die hebben soms hele leuke optredens. Die organiseert 1x per jaar de Flakkeese dagen, waar we dit jaar aan mee mogen doen (happy dance).

Odin: Waalwijk, Eindhoven, Tilburg en Amsterdam zijn voor mij het belangrijkst qua muziek scene. In Waalwijk heb ik nu al bijna 8 jaar drumles, bij music’scool en voelt de Mads als mijn 2e thuis. In Eindhoven en Tilburg zijn de meeste concerten waar ik heen ga. De mooiste herinnering heb ik aan Gojira. Ik heb hun drummer, Mario Duplantier 3x mogen ontmoeten. De eerste keer was tijdens Dynamo Metalfest, toen de security mij op het podium hadden gezet om de drummer een tekening te geven. Ik was toen 7 jaar.

Seth: Ik zou niet zeggen dat ik echt in een scene ben opgegroeid. Ik heb voor het overgrote deel mijn muzieksmaak te danken aan mijn ouders, en dit gaat van nummers als “Ruthless Queen” van Kayak tot “Roots Bloody Roots” van Sepultura, hoewel de wat heftigere metal nummers vooral recent pas echt naar boven kwamen in mijn playlist. Ook ging ik als kind niet vaak naar live optredens, behalve als ik er zelf speelde. In dit geval waren er dan meestal alleen jongerenbandjes die popcovers speelden.

Jonah: Bij mij in de buurt zijn er niet veel metalbands, maar bij mijn muziekschool is er aan het einde van het jaar altijd een Jam en vaak wordt er dan ook metal gespeeld.

3. Zijn er naast Fading Echo nog andere bands of projecten waar je nu nog aan deelneemt ?

Storm: Nog niet, sta er wel voor open.

Bart: Ik probeer samen met Jonah een deathcore nummer te schrijven (niet echt de smaak van de andere Fading Echo-leden) en misschien in de toekomst er een bandje van maken met de naam Vial Reckoning.

Odin: 17 maart heb ik opgetreden als gastdrummer en ook de mannen van Serotonia hebben mij gezegd dat ik, als ze in het Zuiden op komen treden, een nummer mee mag spelen. Ik ben vooral bezig om mijn technieken te verbeteren, om een nog betere drummer te worden. Verder zie ik wel wat er op mij af komt.

Seth: Momenteel zit ik naast Fading Echo nog in twee andere bandjes. In de rock-coverband Velvet Heart ben ik lead-gitarist en achtergrondzang. Ook zit ik sinds kort als gitarist bij de rock/folkband Brake Company, die 23 februari hun eerste album uitbracht.

Jonah: Ik heb samen met onze bassist ook nog een band: Vial Reckoning, maar dat is nog heftigere muziek en we zijn tot nu toe nog met z’n tweeën.

4. Hoe komen jullie op de band naam Fading Echo ? Beschrijf jullie stijl op de band ?

Storm: Geen idee, de naam was er ineens. Stijl? Metal. Nu nog covers maar ik wil de progressieve kant op. Ook heb ik een zwak voor bombastische klassieke muziek.

Bart: Het was moeilijk een goede bandnaam te vinden die nog niet geclaimd was maar deze is helemaal super!

Odin: We waren onderling wat aan het kloten met een bandnaam-generator en zo zijn we uiteindelijk bij Fading Echo uitgekomen (deze kwam overigens niet zo uit de generator).

Jonah: Nou, wij hebben op WhatsApp een Fading Echo groepsapp en we moesten een goede bandnaam bedenken dus iedereen gooide gewoon een paar namen erin. Toen zijn we uiteindelijk op de naam Fading Echo gekomen.

5. Waarom wilde je in deze genre spelen. Wie of wat inspireert je om liedjes te schrijven en welke bands hebben je het meest geïnspireerd ?

Storm: Als ik Ghost of Perdition van Opeth kan performen dan weet ik dat ik klaar ben voor het grotere werk. Daar werk ik nu vooral naar toe.

Bart: Eerste inspiratie kwam van Slayer, The Exploited en Anthrax. Later vond ik zelf Alestorm, Pantera, Remain Untamed en Slaughter to Prevail er bij.

Odin: Mijn grootste inspiraties zijn natuurlijk vooral drummers. Te beginnen met mijn eigen drumleraar Mike Verhof, maar ook Mario Duplantier, Thomas Haake, Dudley Tate, Joey Jordison, Austin Archey, Eugene Ryabchenko en Ed Warby.

Seth: Ik heb vòòr Fading Echo nog nooit echt in een metal band gespeeld. Toen ik zag dat ze op zoek waren naar een nieuwe gitarist heb ik mezelf aangemeld omdat ik metal ook een erg leuk genre vind en de uitdaging wel aan wilde gaan. In het metal genre zijn een paar namen die mij inspireren. Dit zijn onder andere Slipknot, Korn en Iron Maiden, maar ook Alestorm blijft altijd leuk. De Red Hot Chili Peppers zullen echter altijd mijn grootste voorbeeld blijven in de muziek.

Jonah: Mijn grootste voorbeeld was mijn gitaarleraar Thijs. Hij heeft mij heel erg geholpen om meer metal te spelen. De bands die mij hebben geïnspireerd zijn Slipknot, Slaughter to Prevail en Nightwish.

6. Jullie spelen vooral covers, Kunnen we ook eigen muziek van Fading Echo verwachten ?

Storm: Dat is inderdaad wel waar ik naar toe wil.

Bart: Eigen nummer maken zou zeker mooi zijn.

Odin: Als het aan mij ligt gaan we zeker aan de slag om eigen nummers te schrijven.

Seth: Wat mij betreft duiken we binnenkort met z’n allen de studio in om eigen muziek te schrijven, maar dat is nog even afwachten.

Jonah: Wat mij betreft wel. We moeten gewoon nog een keer daarvoor gaan zitten.

7. Welke plekken om te spelen waren belangrijk voor jou en waarom ?

Storm: De Mads in Waalwijk. Eerste podiumervaring bij de Music’scool waar ik zangles heb.

Bart: Eindejaars Jam van de muziekschool in Waalwijk was sick. En de talentenjacht in Rosmalen was fantastisch.

Odin: De eindejaars Jams van de Music’scool. Dat was mijn eerste podiumervaring!

Seth: In 2022 (en ‘23) speelde ik in het combo van [theaterplatform] waar we beide jaren 3 shows speelden in een goedgevulde Voorste Venne in Drunen. Hier was ik (gelukkig) niet de focus van de show, maar dit heeft mij wel erg geholpen om van mijn plankenkoorts af te komen en iets losser te spelen.

Jonah: De belangrijkste plek voor mij om te spelen was in de Mads in Waalwijk. Elk jaar komen vrienden van mij en mijn familie kijken.

8. Wat was de raarste show die je ooit heb gespeelt en waarom? voel je vrij om er meer dan één te noemen, en houd de details niet in.

Storm: De talentenjacht vorig jaar in Rosmalen. Voor een niet metal publiek… Drink van Alestorm maakte iedereen wakker.

Bart: Rare dingen met een optreden (buiten mezelf) heb ik niet gezien.

Odin: Dat was absoluut het Young Talent Event Rosmalen. Na lang wachten mochten we eindelijk de soundcheck doen en toen vroegen ze: “Hebben jullie je eigen versterkers mee?”. Hahaha! Nee dus!

Seth: De raarste show die ik ooit heb gespeeld is denk ik mijn eerste optreden met Fading Echo. Om voor een auditie in een Schotse kilt een metal nummer over drank te zingen met alleen minderjarige artiesten was toch wel even een geval apart.

Jonah: De raarste show was zeker bij de Young Talent Event in Rosmalen.Het was namelijk een hele zaal vol, een theaterzaal, allemaal mensen die ballads zongen en popnummers, en wij hadden daar een heftig Alestorm nummer genaamd Drink gespeeld.

9. Zijn er nog andere soorten muziek die je ooit met een band zou willen spelen ?

Storm: Nee.

Bart: Irish folk, pirate metal, deathcore.

Odin: Ik wil heel graag melodieuze, progressieve death metal spelen met een band (hint hint naar mijn band leden).

Seth: Ik speel al metal, rock en rock/folk en op zich heb ik geen behoefte om hier nog een ander genre bij te halen. Wel lijkt het me leuk om misschien een keertje iets wat meer in de richting van Supertramp te spelen.

Jonah: Met mijn andere band Vial Reckoning spelen we meer deathcore.

10. Fading Echo jonge metal band, wellicht de jongste Metal Band van Nederland, Band voor de toekomst . Beschrijf zelf hoe een een typisch Fading Echo – show eruit ziet ? Wat kan iemand verwachten als ze naar een van jullie concerten gaan ?

Storm: Wat kun je verwachten? Nou, naar wat ik hoor staan we als een huis. Het plezier in op een podium staan spat ervan af. Zelf krijg ik er steeds meer lol in om het publiek te bespelen.

Bart: Wat je kan verwachten van Fading Echo: 5 totaal verschillende gozers die er samen altijd een feestje van maken. BIG FUN – TOTAL CHAOS!

Odin: Een eigenwijze chaos die staat als een huis!

Seth: Wat kunnen mensen verwachten? Ga er maar vanuit om minstens 1 Schotse kilt op het podium te zien. Een nummer van Alestorm lijkt me ook niet ver gezocht, maar het gaat mij er vooral om dat we het allemaal gezellig hebben.

Jonah: Harde muziek en veel headbangen (neem oordopjes mee).

11. Op welke festivals zou je nog graag willen spelen ?

Storm: Dynamo metalfest natuurlijk!

Bart: Dynamo, Graspop.

Odin: Dat is makkelijk! GRASPOP!!!

Jonah: Het is al een hele tijd mijn droom geweest om nog op Graspop te staan.

12. Wat waren jullie hoogtepunten in 2023 als band ? Wat zijn jullie plannen voor de toekomst ?

Storm: Dat we op 5 podia gespeeld hebben. En nu 2 festivals in het vooruitzicht. Zin in!

Bart: Het compleet maken van onze band met Seth. Die gozer past er zo goed bij, dat het ons alleen maar sterker en beter maakt.

Odin: Eigenlijk was heel 2023 voor ons als band wel een hoogtepunt. We zijn erg goed ontvangen als jonge metalband en we hebben meerdere optredens gehad. We hebben voor dit jaar 2 festivals staan waar we gaan spelen en hopen dat we nog veel meer mogen optreden!

Seth: Dan ga ik voor het optreden bij perron 3. Deze had toch wel het beste publiek. Ook al waren het niet echt metal fans, de reacties die we kregen waren GOUD!

Jonah: Sowieso de Young Talent Event, het was daar helemaal vol. We gaan proberen om dit jaar te beginnen aan ons eerste nummer, dus bereid je alvast voor.

13. Hoe kunnen fans jullie muziek en merchandise vinden, beluisteren en kopen ? Is er nog iets dat u uw fans wilt laten weten ?

Storm: We hebben een Facebook pagina en andere socials waar we te zien en te horen zijn. Mooie gelegenheid om ons te zien groeien, want groei zit er zeker nog in! Merchandising? Eh…. we willen stickers laten maken…. geloof ik.

Bart: Alle socials.

Odin: Ons logo is net af en er komen in elk geval stickers aan. Onder aan het interview staan ook de linkjes naar onze socials.

Seth: Je kunt ons volgen op Instagram en Facebook. Volgens mij is hier alle verdere info te vinden.

Jonah: Tot nu toe is de enige manier om naar onze muziek te luisteren om naar een concert te gaan.

14. Bedankt voor het interview, Zelf nog iets toe te voegen ?

Storm: Hopelijk lees ik dit over 10 jaar terug (dan ben ik al 26!!!) en kan ik ergens backstage gniffelen over deze reportage! Rock on! 🤘

Bart: Ten slotte… Ik hoop dat veel mensen komen kijken als we optreden en dat ze net zoveel plezier erin hebben als wij hebben met spelen. Hope to see you soon! -BART

Odin: Wij willen optreden! Hahaha! Dus als mensen suggesties/optredens hebben voor ons….. laat het vooral weten!

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Interview BLOWN

Interview with Marc (Drums) of H/C Hardcore Band from Switzerland BLOWN

1. Can you tell us about your childhood ? Do you remember when you first came into contact with loud music and what were your first concerts ?

Well, my childhood was nice, I was immersed in the music young, as my father is a trumpet player. The first time I discover rock metal music was a vinyl of my father, it was Deep Purple with the album Machine Head. It was the 90’s, so the bands I was hearing were, Nirvana, Guns n’ Roses, Metallica, Sepultura, Machine Head and Pantera. My first loud music experience was around 15 years old; it was a memorable show of The OFFSPRING during their first tour promoting the album SMASH. It took place in Zürich, and it was crazy!

2. Can you describe the local scene where you grew up, what bands and venues were important to you, and can you share some of your greatest memories about these bands/places ?

Early 90’s there was not a lot of local bands, we were listening mainly to international music, but late 90’s there was the band called Prejudice in Geneva, they had the particularity to have two singers, male and female; that was awesome! One day, we decided to go to a show in Lausanne with the bass player of BLOWN, it was in the famous club called “La Dolce Vita” and there we discovered for the first time the band from Geneva called Nostromo; it was so brutal, we had a blast!

3. Did anyone play in any bands before Blown ? If so, can you tell us something about them? Were there any releases? Can you share some good memories about those bands ?

We were all playing in different bands at the beginning of BLOWN, I even played drums for a reggae band ☺. Schahin the singer was playing in a local band called Batty Birds and in 2000 we played a show in our hometown Nyon with this band. Schahin was already screaming for Blown but it was funny to do this.

4. How did you come up with the band name Blown, how do you describe your musical style ? And can you tell us briefly the history of your band’s creation ?

The first singer Steve came up with that name, the meaning is a violent air movement. The music sounds like Metal, but the spirit is really HxC DIY, most of the time we did a lot of things by ourselves. Max the bass player and I were the former members. Then Fred aka Bobo joined us at the guitar, afterwards Schahin took the mic and finally Aaron came to also play guitar. We’re the same line up since 2000! When you watch “My Only Weapon is My Can” our first video, it sounds like Metal / Rap / HxC…… ☺ And then we switched to brutal Metal HxC

5. Why did you want to play this genre ? Who or what inspires you to write songs. What bands have inspired you the most ?

I don’t know, I think when I listened the first heavy metal bands it was a revelation,and when I see what’s going on in our crazy world, I’m happy and proud of this musical style, I particularly appreciate the values of the people who listen to this music, we don’t care who you are, where you’re from, the way you’re dressed, just come and have fun! I think we are inspired by all the music we’re listening.

6. Can you tell me something about your new EP “Martyrs of Deception” What is the story behind your Title of the EP ?

Schahin the singer came up with Martyrs of Deception. We live in a world where lies and deceptions are common. Since always, humanity has been led by people driven by greed and lust of power (most of them at least). We’re all being cheated in some way other. In that sense, we all are martyrs of deception.

7. Which places to play were important to you and why ?

We played several shows in 20 years, I personally like to play in the German part of Switzerland, because the metal scene is more prominent.

8. What was your weirdest show you’ve ever played and why ? feel free to mention more than one, and don’t hold back on the details ?

We were on the Macbeth fast forward tour, and we were on the way to Zizers Graubünden, which you can compare to the Mordor. It was in December, and it was really freezing, I had to stop the van to pee in a bottle to defrost the windshield washers. Finally, we arrived at the venue, we started to freak out because there was nobody, no tracks in the snow. We entered the venue and bands were sound checking, and we were relieved. The venue capacity was about 1500 people, when we played, there was maybe 7 people watching the show. 😛

2nd story, we played a festival in Olten (German part of Switzerland) during Christmas time a few years ago and you could only play once at this festival, they never take the same band twice. Unfortunately, the bass player Max was ill. Normally we cancel the show but as we knew we had only one shot, we decided to play the show and it was crazy the venue was packed I don’t remember exactly the numbers, between 600 to 900 people. On of our best show, sorry Max ☺

9. What is Blown Show like? What can somebody expect when they go to one of your concerts ?

We try to communicate our energy to the people and Schahin the singer is good for that. We want the crowd goes crazy and have a good time during the show.

10. Are there other types of music you would like to play with a band ?

Well, I have played in various bands, and I like every type of music. During the containment I rediscovered classical music, I arranged a few classical pieces with the drums, for the moment I only play it for fun. I’ll see if it’ll take me anywhere.

11. Which Festivals would you still like to play, and Which festivals do you have the best memories ?

It’ll be great to play big festivals such as Greenfield, Wacken or Hellfest in France, we played in Paléo Festival in Nyon long time ago, that was great to see all your friends and family come to the show.

12. How can fans and future fans locate, listen to and buy your music & merchandise. Is there anything else you would like your fans to know ?

You can find the last album on all streaming platforms; we’ll release a new video clip soon, follow on Instagram or Facebook.

13. What were your best moments in 2023 as a band, and what are your plans for the future ?

The release party of the album Martyrs of Deception, we played with our friends from Voice of Ruin who were also releasing a new album. That was a good time to see all the old friends and the new generation.

14. These were the questions, thank you for taking part in this interview and all the best to you and your band! Something to add yourself ?

Well, I thank you Frank, that’s nice to have people supporting the scene and offering the opportunity to discover new bands.

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Interview DEFOSSILIZED

Interview met Nils (Vocals) & Stef (Bass) van Death Metal Band uit Antwerpen, België DEFOSSILIZED

1. Kan je wat vertellen over je kindertijd ? Herinner je je wanneer je voor het eerst in contact kwam met harde muziek en wat was je eerste concert ?

N. Ik was eigelijk altijd een heel braaf jongetje. Veel moderne muziek zoals mijn klasgenootjes smaakte ik niet zoals rap en pop. Ik groeide op met de klassieke muziek collectie van mijn ouders. En zong alles mee van “de nieuwe snaar” wat door mijn klasgenootjes wel werd gewaardeerd als ik weer eens een liedje moest zingen op de schoolbus. Het is pas in de middelbare school dat ik mijn eerste cd kocht. Significant other van Limb Bizkit. Kapotgedraaid! Een neef van mij stelde dan Slipknot voor en ik vond dat zo grappig omdat het zo bruut was. Toen verdween de humor dat ik er in hoorde en een tijdje later was ik geobsedeerd geworden door die 9 gasten en dat is ook lang alles geweest dat ik luisterde. En toen kwam Toxicity uit en kwam Municipal Waste en Cannibal Corpse haha yeah…

S. Bij mij thuis stond er altijd muziek op, heel de dag radio. Ik had geluk dat mijn vader een heel deftige platencollectie had, daarin zat Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Alice Cooper. Toen ik als kind in de jaren 80 op de radio The Beastie Boys, Europe en Guns ’n Roses hoorde, was dat interessanter dan bv Madonna en Pet Shop Boys. Dus de harde muziek altijd wel aanwezig geweest voor mij. Een oom die in 80’s een thrasher was had dat ook door en gaf me Iron Maiden, Metallica en Slayer op cassette, die ik natuurlijk compleet grijs draaide. Als puistige tiener in de early 90’s was daar ineens death metal en de New York style Hardcore, heerlijk. Mijn eerste concert was ongetwijfeld iets met mijn ouders, maar mijn eerste grote festival was meteen ook het beste allertijden, Dynamo Open Air in 1995! Wat een line-up van geweldige bands, Machine Head, Fear Factory, Biohazard, My Dying Bride, Paradise Lost, Type O Negative…

2. Kun je de lokale scene beschrijven waar je bent opgegroeid, welke bands en locaties belangrijk voor je waren en kun je enkele van je beste herinneringen aan deze bands & plekken delen ?

N. Zoals ik hierboven zei was ik een braaf kind dat eigelijk niet zo veel uitging. Mijn eerste optreden was er wel boenk op. American head charge samen met Slipknot met de Iowa tour in 2002. En papa bracht ons haha. Wat me ook is bijgebleven is Schoolrock in Kontich. 2 bands die ik zo graaf vond waren “the semitones” en “Calibre”. Daarna bracht ik mijn tijd vaak door in De Rots of het Pandemonium in Antwerpen. Good times.

S. Ik woonde in Vosselaar, waar de legandarische Biebob gelegen was. Daar zelfs een heel aantal jaren gewerkt als stage-hand, dus het geluk gehad in mijn late teens, early twenties, om daar heel veel bands te zien, de ene al wat beter dan de andere. Death nog kunnen meepikken op hun allerlaatste tour, awesome! Maar de scene hier was ook heel leuk, er waren best wel wat bandjes die uit de grotere regio kwamen. Meantime uit Turnhout, Disobedient uit Vosselaar, Convict uit Oostmalle, Anti-Body uit Vorselaar en natuurlijk Hard Resistance die internationaal stevig wat potten braken.

3. Zijn er naast Defossilized nog andere bands of projecten waar je nu nog aan deelneemt ?

N. Ghoh, tijdens Corona mochten we niet repeteren. Zonder muziek begin ik mensen op straat te bijten dus ik begon “Nilzo Schlagermetal” een grapje dat een klein beetje een sideproject geworden is. Maar groot gaat dat nooit worden hoor.

S. Ik speel ook bass bij Verwilderd, een blackened deathmetal band uit Turnhout. Check ons op Spotify 🙂

VERWILDERD: https://www.facebook.com/VERWILDERDBAND

4. Hoe komen jullie op de band naam Defossilized ? Beschrijf jullie stijl op de band ? En kun je ons kort de geschiedenis van de oprichting van je band vertellen?

N. Na muzikale meningsverschillen te hebben gehad in een vroegere band wilde ik echt iets origineel van mezelf. Muziek maken waar ik helemaal achter zou staan. Mijn schoonzus Cheyenne wilde graag gitaar spelen in een metalband dus startte ik met haar een zoektocht naar muzikanten. De naam Defossilized bestond nog niet en de vertaling vond ik dan ook zo passen. Oh, had ik al verteld dat ik gek was op dinosaurussen als klein ventje? Wel dat is nooit weggegaan. Dus wat kon er misgaan met metalmuziek in thema van Dino’s? Het moest werken. Brute songs met een humoristische knipoog maken was de bedoeling. Onze drummer vond ik via een vriendin van mijn vrouw. Dat klikte vrij direct en was bijna letterlijk zo’n verhaal als “Hey, kom in onze band spelen of ik slaag op je muil”. En diezelfde drummer kende Janosch en Tim nog uit een vorig project. Nu was de band voltallig en ging als een kalm riviertje verder. Helaas volgden mijn voormalige leden niet helemaal meer met het vele dat ik van hen vroeg dus verlieten T. En J. de band. Toen kwamen Vince en Stef in het spel. Vince werd gevonden online omdat hij reageerde op een advertentie op Facebook en Stef had ik ontmoet in Knotslip, een Slipknot (you don’t say!) coverband die niet lang stand heeft gehouden. Jammer genoeg verliet cheyenne de band later door privéredenen en vonden we Bram die haar plaats invulde.

5. Waarom wilde je in deze genre spelen. Wie of wat inspireert je om liedjes te schrijven en welke bands hebben je het meest geïnspireerd ?

N. Metal is gewoon zo’n heerlijk genre. Je kan het met zo veel combineren. En het is een ongelooflijke goeie uitlaatklep en het verbroedert als geen andere stijl. Er is zo veel inspiratie. Uit eigen kop, uit seksuele fantasieën, uit films, uit andere muziek, het is echt te uiteenlopend om een kant en klaar antwoord hierop te geven. Hetzelfde met bands. Ik denk dat elke goede band inspiratie haalt bij andere goede bands. Al is het maar een vonkje in een song dat je dat “oh fuck yeah” gevoel laat proeven maar ik zou liegen als ik Slipknot niet als een van de groten bezie haha.

S. Goh, het was voor mij vanuit mijn kindertijd al begonnen. Muziekschool gevolgd, maar niks mee gedaan. In mijn highschool via een vriend beginnen drummen en gitaar spelen, het typische schoolbandje gehad toen, en we maakten al een poging tot death metal, wat vooral op Sepultura gebaseerd was. Maar waarom dan metal spelen? Geen enkel ander muziek genre doen de haren op mijn nek rechtstaan, het kippenvel moment wanneer je smerige riffs speelt en het tempo hoog ligt, je je niet kan bedwingen om te headbangen, de adrenaline die naar bovenkomt bij double bass en blast beats… Voor mij ligt de inspiratie vooral bij bands die ritme en groove goed combineren. Fear Factory en Gojira zijn mooie voorbeelden daarvan, alsook Slipknot, maar niet we daar dan perse de mosterd vandaan halen.

6. Kan je wat vertellen over jullie nieuwe EP “The Raptor? ” En jullie nieuwe Singel Video “Terrorbreed” Waar in de video een stukje Hakken of wel hakkûh in voorkomt ?

N. Het zijn de eerste 3 songs die we echt een keer perfect wilden laten opnemen. We zijn er zo trots op en we wilde via deze weg Defossilized na jaren hard werk in de scene zetten met deze EP. Terrorbreed sluit het mooi af met een lekkere brutale knaller waar we van hopen dat we stof kunnen laten opwaaien met een publiek dat er zin in heeft. En die paar seconden hakkeuhhh? Komaan, iedereen, in welk genre je ook thuis bent houdt volgens mij wel een beetje van foormuziek.

S. Toen we op zoek gingen naar een locatie moest ik meteen denken aan Roelof Klop, hij is al jaren heel goed bezig als producer van stevige potjes metal en hij kan veel genre’s aan. Ik sprak hem daarover aan en hij zag het meteen zitten, wist perfect waar we naartoe wilden met onze sound en dat hoor je ook door de fucking vette sound op de EP. En natuurlijk is het belangrijk om iets tastbaars te hebben als je als band naar buiten komt en graag op het podium wil staan. Hopelijk brengt ons deze plaat een aantal leuke podia op en kunnen we het publiek plat bombarderen met onze sound en humor!

7. Welke plekken om te spelen waren belangrijk voor jou en waarom ?

N. Ik ben heel erg blij met alle kansen die we kregen tot nu toe. Met elk optreden leren we bij en voelen we ons groeien.

S. Recent stonden we in The Little Devil, beetje als invaller omdat een andere band moest afzeggen. We hebben daar letterlijk het kot afgebroken, kompleet zot publiek, en veel goede commentaar gehad achteraf!

8. Wat was de raarste show die je ooit heb gespeelt en waarom? voel je vrij om er meer dan één te noemen, en houd de details niet in.

N. Met een vorig project kwamen we terecht in een hol in België. We werden correct betaald, we kregen wat te drinken maar hadden geen publiek. Als je zatte lolo en haar boze vent niet meerekende. “Ek zen nie zatte ik!!! Loat mi gewoewn doeng” klonk het luider dan ik kon schreeuwen in mijn microfoon terwijl we aan het spelen waren. Lolo werd snel bijna letterlijk aan haar haren meegesleurd door de vent die er duidelijk genoeg van had. En toen stonden we daar voor onszelf en de barman te spelen. De band die na ons moest spelen stond buiten te wachten. Als zij gingen optreden speelden zij voor de barman want wij hadden zoiets fuck you dat jullie niet keken naar ons. Toedeloe wij zijn weg hahahahaaaa!

S. Ik stond een keertje met Objector op een verjaardagsfeestje van een fan te spelen. Dat was in een oude voetbalkantine met de typische tegelvloer. Dat was een enorm zatte bedoening toen we daar aankwamen en de sfeer zat er al goed in. Op het moment dat we moesten beginnen spelen, ontstond er al snel een moshpit en het bier vloog in het rond, wat voor een spekgladde vloer zorgde, ik moest me dikwijls inhouden om niet spontaan in een lachbui uit te barsten van de waanzinnige taferelen die er voor mij afspeelden. Denk dat onze zanger toen ook bijna omver geduwt was omdat het er zo hard aan toe ging. Geweldige show!

9. Zijn er nog andere soorten muziek die je ooit met een band zou willen spelen ?

N. Evil western muziek zoals “Me and that man” of “Blues Saraceno” denk ik dat wel badass zou zijn.

S. Ik heb een fantasie van duivelse Drum&Bass met echte instrumenten, en misschien wel een contrabass ipv bass gitaar… iemand interesse?

10. Beschrijf zelf hoe een een typisch Defossilized – show eruit ziet ? Wat kan iemand verwachten als ze naar een van jullie concerten gaan ?

N. Wat zou jij verwachten van Prehistoric dino deathmetal met een kwinkslag waar je 5 gemaskerde gasten in zwarte hoodies op een podium ziet staan? Feestje, gescheurde stembandjes en moshpits zijn opties!

S. Wat Nils zegt. Hij is een fantastische frontman waar elke band jaloers op zou moeten zijn. Podiumbeest die iedereen meekrijgt.

11. Op welke festivals zou je nog graag willen spelen ? Welke festivals heb je de mooiste herinneringen ?

N. Toen ik de band oprichtte droomde ik van Graspop metal meeting en Antwerp Metal fest. Daar blijven we voor gaan! Rockelingen was een heerlijk festival, we hebben daar 2 jaar geleden geopend. Heel tof festival, heel close met het publiek en organisatie.

S. Dynamo, Into The Grave, Stonehenge, Alcatraz,…. the list goes on. Zoals ik hierboven al zei is mijn beste festival herinnering Dynamo ’95, daarna nog heel veel festivals gedaan en leuke tijden gehad, maar Dynamo 95 was the shit! Woorden schieten te kort om dat accuraat te beschrijven, maar dat was echt heerlijk, de line-up, de mensen, geschifte situaties op de camping, gekke Duitsers, veel bier en wiet, leuke mensen, en kzal het nooit vergeten My Dying Bride in het midden van de nacht in een veel te kleine camping tent waar 10 keer teveel volk binnenstond. Waanzin! Heerlijk!

12. Wat zijn jullie hoogtepunten in 2023 als band, Wat zijn jullie plannen voor de toekomst ?

N. Spelen op Catacombfest was natuurlijk kicken. We kregen goeie kritieken te horen en we zagen mensen lachen tijdens de show. Dat is heel fijn. Nu de EP uit is gaan we niet fossiliseren uiteraard. We hebben nog zo veel ideeën en goesting om Defossilized als naam te doen rondgaan in de scene. You haven’t heard the last of us yet!

S. Toch ook wel het feit dat we eindelijk een EP hebben opgenomen was ook wel een hoogtepunt vond ik. De Kots op Kerst show in Little Devil was echt de max. En Catacombfest was heel leuk en eigenlijk een beetje onze vuurdoop in de Antwerpse scene.

13. Hoe kunnen fans jullie muziek en merchandise vinden, beluisteren en kopen ? Is er nog iets dat u uw fans wilt laten weten ?

N. Ook online breiden we zo veel mogelijk uit. Voorlopig kan je Defossilized terugvinden op Spotify, itunes, youtube, instagram facebook,… . We zijn bezig met nieuwe merchandise.

14. Bedankt voor het interview, Zelf nog iets toe te voegen ?

N. Metal houdt je jong en energierijk. Blijf ook lachen met pis kak en stront… en dino’s! Don’t be fossilized but defossilized!

S. Wat Nils zegt 😄