Interviews

On "Verses in Oath," Hulder Embodies the Essence of Black Metal (Interview)

We talked to the Washington-based black metal artist about her most recent album, philosophy, foraging, and more.

Farsot Descends Into Buoyant Flames (Interview)

German dark metal band Farsot reflects on 25 years as a band, culminating in their fantastic new album “Life Promised Death.”

Rebecca Vernon Enters a New Musical Chapter with The Keening (Interview)

We spoke to the ex-SubRosa guitarist/vocalist about her new project The Keening, which released their debut record “Little Bird” last fall.

Acerus Champion Unfettered Heavy Metal on "The Caliginous Serenade" (Early Stream + Daniel Corchado Interview)

We spoke to Acerus (and The Chasm) mastermind Daniel Corchado about the band’s new record as well as Corchado’s philosophical approach to crafting memorable music.

Upon Stone's Top 10 Album Influences for "Dead Mother Moon"

Melodic death metal band Upon Stone lists off the top ten albums they found most influential when crafting their debut album, “Dead Mother Moon.”

Vemod's Atmospheric Metal Stands the Test of Time (New Track Debut + Interview)

After twelve years, Vemod returns with their second full-length album. Read an interview with Jan Even Åsli and listen to “Inn i lysande natt” ahead of “The Deepening'”s release.

Ὁπλίτης (Hoplites) on Subverting and Entangling Cultural Norms (Interview)

Delivering lyrics entirely in Ancient Greek gives a new meaning to ‘esoteric’ metal. We talked to Hoplites mastermind Liu Zhenyang about this unusual project.

Cruciamentum on the Deliberate Process Behind "Obsidian Refractions" (INTERVIEW)

Cruciamentum guitarist D.L. discusses the process behind the eight-year wait for Cruciamentum’s sophomore full-length album.

Ophanim's (mems. Ungfell, Ateiggär) "Tämpelskläng" Meditates on Spirituality (Album Stream + Interview)

The Helvetic Underground Committee grows. Listen to Ophanim’s debut album and read an interview with multi-instrumentalist Meister Tekel.
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