Interviews written by: SweetSinz

Interviews

Butt-rock killed the metal star

Hot on the heels of their compilation release "Have a Nice Death" I had the opportunity to reminisce with Matt Fox of Bitter End about what it was like being a thrasher in the late 80s-early 90s in Seattle.  He was kind enough to answer a few questions about the band, and how butt-rock, not grunge, killed the metal star. Thank you...

06/04/2012

Everything old is new again with Outrage

Black metal artist Outrage have re-recorded some of their best classic songs for today's generation on their album entitled "Go To Hell". I had the opportunity to interview Udo F. "The Bringer of Doom" (guitar) about the band, as well as their interesting way of recording this album with many of the original equipment from the 80's. Outrage was influential in developing...

20/02/2012

Beware of the hot bubbling eruption coming from the South

What lies South?  The answer to this obscure question is addressed by the blasphemous metal band Stillborn in their newest release "Los Asesinos Del Sur".  This fascinating blend of black and death metal brings with it a glimpse into the unknown dark realm...a glimpse of torture and evil…a glimpse into the vile human nature of people.  ataman Tolovy, bass player for Stillborn,...

15/02/2012

WelicoRuss and the story behind skirts and make-up

Russian symphonic pagan/black metal band, WelicoRuss, is making their mark in the metal community of the isolated frozen Siberian underground. They bring to us a beautifully cold and chilling sound with their album entitled “Wintermoon Symphony”. I had the opportunity to speak with Alex Boganov about the band, their future endeavors, his personal life, and his thoughts about the NSBM. It is...

30/12/2011

Interview with Tom Stevens of Nokturnel

Frontman, Tom Stevens, of the underground legend Nokturnel has been around the metal scene since it's early beginnings. Forming his first band Savage Death in 1985 and Nokturnel in 1989, Tom is a seasoned veteran in the underground. In 1999, Tom resurrected Nokturnel and produced the band's sophomore release entitled "Fury Unleashed". Nokturnel has just released a new song "Ancestral Calling" and...

11/05/2011

Red Snow on the rise

Red Snow has fought their way through the California music scene to rise up to become one of the most unique and talented up-and-coming heavy metal bands on the scene today. Nominated for best rock album at The Armenian Music Awards in 2004, 2005, and 2006 Red Snow was awarded USA4real Radio’s “Best Live Performance” of 2007. I had the opportunity to...

05/08/2010

Jungle Rot deserves respect

After watching death metallers Jungle Rot put on a brutal show in Detroit on Aug. 1, 2010, lead singer and guitarist, Dave Matrise and I sat down over a can of Coca-Cola to talk about life on the road and the ups and downs they’ve encountered over the years. Jungle Rot has been around for over a decade. Formed in 1994, the...

03/08/2010

Fuelblooded and the importance of recognition

Since 2002 Fuelblooded has been bringing their intense blend of melodic death metal and thrash to the masses. Now out with their second release Off the Face of the Earth, they show no signs of slowing down. I had the opportunity to speak to Michel Steenbekkers (bassguitar) about the band and the new album. First of all, I want to congratulate you...

07/03/2010

Resurrecturis comes out of a dream

Resurrecturis has long been considered one of the founding fathers of the Italian death metal scene. With a total of three CD releases to their credit, "Non Voglio Morire" is their newest album released under the Casket Music label. Carlo Strappa, the only remaining original member, talks with us about the newest album, his personal life, and the future of Resurrecturis. First,...

04/01/2010

Sacrifice is back in the frontline

After a long absence, legendary Canadian thrashers Sacrifice are back with a great comeback album entitled "The Ones I Condemn". They were one of the best Canadian thrash bands of the 80's during which time they released three albums. Now back with their original line up and a great new album Rob Urbinati, vocalist and guitarist, took the time to answer a...

21/12/2009