Daemonicus Interview 2012 repost

 Daemonicus Interview 2012 repost

Thanks for taking time to answer my questions it’s a real honor!
1 How was the tour? Did you guys get along great?

We did a Balkan tour with the Polish band Christ Agony in april/may witch was really awesome. We were support act for the legendary Asphyx! It was our second tour in the Balkans, first tour was in 2010 with Negura Bunget, and the people there are really great.

2 What is currently happening in Daemonicus

We just released our second full length album, entitled “Deadwork” thru the American based company Abyss Records. And we are starting to book some shows for 2013.

3 Aside from Daemonicus what are your interest?

Besides our families we all got different musical side projects that we play in. Sanity of Impiety, Hate Ammo and Flagellant to mention a few.

4 How has the response been to the new album so far?

The response has been really great! And we are very pleased with the whole production on this album. We recorded everything accept the drums in our own C.C.H.B. studio and Ronnie Björnström did the mix and master. We recorded our EP “11 th Hour” in our own studio as well and that is something that works really great for us. To have the possibility to let the album develop in the studio.   

5 Any particularly shows you are looking forward more to?

We are always looking forward to play live! To meet all the metal heads out there and party is really why we do our music. We just been confirmed to play at the House of Metal festival 2013 and that I am really looking forward to.

6 You recently was booked for a Swedish festival House of metal how does it feel to be able to play along big names like Tankard Mayhem etc?

Yeah, as I said we are really looking forward to play there. Last time we played at the House of Metal was in their first year 2007 and since then the festival just keep on growing! And it´s in our home city so it´s always something special to play there.

7 Are you guys still rocking with your same endorsement or is there any new brands in Daemonicus

We pretty much use the same gear but we are always open for suggestions, hahaha!

8 Are there any new places you would like visit for 2013 ?

Yes we are planning a Western European tour for 2013 so I am looking forward to that. Stay tuned for more info about that!

9 ? Final Question do you have any message to your fans?

Just listen to the fucking metal and we see you guys on the road!!

Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions !

Thank you/ Pike, Daemonicus

Interviews 2012 with Nachtgarm of King fear, Negator,

Interviews 2012 with Nachtgarm of King fear, Negator,

This interview was done when he had recently joined Dark Funeral,

I will be posting old interviews here! 

 Interview with Nachtgarm (Negator, ex Dark Funeral, King Fear)

Hello, hope all is well?First I want to thank you for taking the time to answer my questions

1 What's happening in your life music wise? I heard that you recently returned from tour with Dark Funeral at Kings of black metal, how was the show?

Hi! The gig at the Kings of Black Metal was great. Even though the organization was a little uncontrolled, we had a lot of fun.

2 In addition to playing in your band Negator you are also a member of sanguineus and King fear can you tell us about those bands?

Sanguineus was originally formed as under the banner of MARBAS in 1996. Later we changed the name to SANGUINEUS. It was and still is my first band which had public success. In 2001 we released our first record called”Bloodstained”. Due to personal reasons we split-up in 2004. Now, almost 8 years later, I reformed the band to record the second CD. All the songs we’ve written back in the days and never have been recorded are far too important to not record them and to let them die in oblivion.King Fear is a project which was founded by Mål Dæth in 2011. He asked me if I want to do the vocals and after I had heard what he has written, I was in for it! On the 25th of May our first EP will be unleashed on Mankind!

3 How does it feel to play in Dark Funeral one of the greatest black metal bands in the world

It feels great. Sometimes I have those moments where I cannot really believe, that I’m a part of this band. I grew up listening to them and now I’m a part of them. It is a dream coming true!4 If you could tour with any band you haven't who would it be?Pantera! (R.I.P. Dimebag)5 Aside from touring what are you hobbies apart from music?

Well... I have a lot of things to keep me busy but I would say cooking is one of my favorites. Especially for friends or beloved ones. Besides that I’m really into gaming (PS3, XBOX) and I love to go out to the beach or just chill wherever I can.6 Do you find it difficult to Rehears with the bands because you are spread out when example dark funeral live in Sweden and you live in GermanyNot at all. We are all professional musicians and because of that it just works. Of course we rehears here and then, but mainly I learn the songs on my own, while the band is rehearsing in Sweden. I know my stuff, they know their stuff. We meet, we play, we kick ass. Perfect!

7 What is currently up in Negator? Any new album on the wayYes! That’s why it is so quite at the moment. We’re focusing on the new record which will be one big step forward for us personally and music-wise. On the 10th of December we’ll enter the Studio once again. I can’t wait to unleash this beast. 8 What is your favorite song to play live with Negator?There are a few songs I really love to play live, but to pick my top 3 I would say:”Alte Werte”,”Eisen wider Siechtum” and”Gloomy Sunday”

9 Do you ever listen or take into account to what the fans are saying about the bands and to what degree does that response influence youOf course I do. I always try to read every comment, mail or whatsoever; we are getting from our fans, regardless of which band is involved. It’s not easy to keep up with everyone and every opinion, but for example I always go into the crowd after or before a concert to talk to know how they felt with my/our performance. I like constructive criticism and I think it is really important to listen to the fans. Of course you have a few haters everywhere, but those keep me even more trying!

Thank you Nachtgarm for taking the time do this intervew

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Izegrim Interview 2012 repost

Jeroen of Izegrim Interview 2012

First of i would like to Thank you for taking time to answer my questions No problem at all !!

1 Could you tell us a bit about the band! the history behind it.

Jeroen: Izegrim started way back in 1996. I won’t bother your readers with all the line-up changes and demo’s we’ve released, would become a bit boring I’m afraid, haha. Since the beginning we’ve had a grunting female on vocals. For us it’s pretty normal, new listeners could consider us a copycat of Arch Enemy. We’re simply not, we started with female grunts way before Angela came to Arch Enemy. Furthermore, our music is not that polished and tends to lean more towards the thrashy side of the metal-spectrum. Important features: Versatile songs, yet a coherent and balanced cd that should be listened to as one piece. We’ve done our best to write a diversified cd, not just songs on 230 bpm. On top of that we used more leads and melody compared to previous records. Major influences for us are At The Gates, Carcass, Kreator, Legion of the Damned to name a few. Performing live is our greatest passion. We are not the kind of people that stay backstage all day at a festival, so if you want to drink a beer with us and we play somewhere near you; chances are good to catch us somewhere in the audience, haha !

2 What is currently happening in the band Jeroen : At the moment we are very busy writing new material. 2013 we want to release the sequal of Code of Consequences. Furthermore we are preparing for a European tour with Onslaught. This will all take place in september/oktober 2012. Really looking forward to go on tour with these UK thrash-titans !

3 If you could play with any band you haven't who would that be ?

Jeroen : SSSSSLAAAAAAAYER !!! Hahahaha. Exodus, Lamb Of God, Kreator or Anthrax would do the trick too (as well as a shitload of other bands).

4 Aside from music what are you hobbys apart from music ?

Jeroen : Drinking beer, going to festivals and riding my motorbike. Pretty standard stuff for a metalhead I guess, hehe.

5 Where do you take your inspiration to your lyrics / music  

Jeroen : This is not a real concept album, where the lyrics tell a story from A to Z. There is a main subject within the lyrics; the older we get, the more actions we have taken, the more consequences you have to bear. It’s about reaching your (personal) goals by any means. This could relate to selfish behaviour, killing your beloved ones or even creating your own secret organisation to fulfil your needs. Lyrics are important, but we’re not the kind of band that wants to deliver a certain message. We stay away from war-related topics (heard them too often) and politics.

6 Are you planing on releasing any new material soon?

Jeroen : Yes, as mentioned before,

we are currently working on a new album. We have a pretty packed schedule. We want to take our time for the new album. It simply takes a lot of effort to shape the songs into a final version, we are not satisfied that easily. Our goal is to release a new album somewhere in the second half of 2013.

7 Do you like any new bands in the metal scene ?

Jeroen : Haven’t seen any real new exciting bands recently. I go to concerts as often as I can (almost once a week) but as far as NEW bands I havent been flabbergasted lately.

8 what where some your influences while writing Code of Consequences ? Jeroen: It’s a mix of personal preferences of all the bandmembers. Musically we find our influences in bands like At The Gates, Carcass, Kreator, Legion of the Damned to name a few. But also Cannibal Corpse or even Nevermore can be listed with these names.

10 How has people reacted due there not many female fronted bands in this type of genre ? Jeroen : To be honest, we don’t notice that people react differently to us, compared with a male-fronted band. We always preach that we are NOT a female-fronted band, we are simply a metalband, that’s it. Female fronted (in my opinion) has more to do with Delain and Within Temptation. Sure, we have a woman on vocals, but often I think she has bigger balls than some guys in the scene, haha.

11 How was peoples respons to 'Code of Consequences' ? Jeroen : Looking back (it’s been a while since we’ve released the record) we are very pleased with all the enthousiastic reactions. Both from the fans (the most important for us) as well as the reviews from the media. We’ve worked our asses off for that album and it’s good to know that 95% of the people like the new stuff.

12 Any plans for the summer? Jeroen : We have to play a lot of gigs in july, august, september and october. Perhaps a little holiday in between. And I’m sure we will visit some summerfestivals this year !

13 Any last words to your fans and friends ? Jeroen : Ah, the famous last words ! Thanks for your time and interest in Izegrim. If you catch us at a gig, don’t be shy and drink a beer with us. Cheers !

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Negator - Gates to the Pantheon 10/10 A masterpiece

First off I was very excited about their new album!once I got a hold of the digital copy I just had to put it on right away!my first impression was it was mind blowing from the first track it opens up heavy aggressive and fast.

I can really feel the power of the music!I have been a big fan of the band of quite a while since when I discovered Panzer metal,I must say the new album has every element that I love about black metal, all melancholic tremolo picking , and the aggressive fast dark chords, also Nachtgarm's vocals is just mind blowing. every verse is 100 % you feel in every bit of the songs.each song has its own charm like a curse waiting to be unleashed.I am just about 3 track into the cd and I feel like have to buy the official cd this is really some crazy shit!the track Epiclesis start off quite slow

reminding you of a behemoth song almost!, but bursts of in amazing atmosphere  the two guitar players Finnskald and Kliffjård plays brilliant together like razors cutting in the wind, they create an evil force together,

I can say my favorite track has to be the serpents court. moving along the battle filed

the bringer of war is on, the opening gives me chills due to its dark sound,  am not sure how to describe the song without being an understatement, lets just say if this was compeared to slayers raning blood it would be 8/10 in Negator. Thats how good I think it is.

 Negator knows how to create a good feeling in the air, with the track The last Sermon opens up with killer timing.. echos vocals which I really dig dark minor riffing almost close to dark funeral or behemoth.I know that black metal is tricky to create but negator has really made their own imprint on the sound.a lot of songs feels like they could have been of Behemoth's album Evangelion, in other words its a amazing...I can feel that they have a lot of influence of the death metal map, I would say this album is like a perfect blend of black metal and blackend Death metal close to Belphegor,for any fan of this genre is album will be a blast!we give it 10/10

Swedish band Netherbird just released their new video! from their new album coming november 15th 2013

Nocturnal Nightmare's new ep 2013 Reflections of a suicidal mind

Nocturnal Nightmare's new ep 2013 Reflections of a suicidal mind

out now on all kinds of sihtty sites
http://www.facebook.com/nocturnalnightmaresuicide

Nocturnal Nightmare started way back in 2009 together with a friend called Ezhepia, She and Lucian, had this project as just a two man band, but due to the lack of time and recording possibilities the band was left to rot, forgotten and left to forever be just a name. During the fall of 2010 a young girl took her own life only 13 year old!, which later lead to 4 other young girls in the same age that took their life, it happend within a year!.the loss of the young people created a huge hysteric mess, as years passed by everything seemed fine in the neighborhood ?so we thought later 2011, a young girl took her life after being rejected help from the hospital, at this point exactly one year later Nocturnal Nightmare saw the lights of the cemetry again! Lucian started to write again and compose different songs that would be the soundtrack for the dead children, as memory,Nocturnal Nightmare was reborn with a new face in the front,Grotesk a young man whose life a living hell,

http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2D3tciP5oisC8WVg-x0LA/about

NORWEGIAN BLACK METAL KINGS EMPEROR REUNITE FOR FESTIVALS 2014

NORWEGIAN BLACK METAL KINGS EMPEROR REUNITE FOR FESTIVALS 2014
It has come to our knowledge that the band we all love Emperor after years of being disbanded have now decided to reunite and are headlining Wacken open air 2014
words can't describe how amazing this is! Ihsahn announced on his official facebook page that Emperor will reunite ! 

Now lets all WELCOME THE EMPEROR BACK!

MORE DETAILS AS WE GO ALONG!!!

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