Interview with Maestus done by Patrick posted on 12-30-18

Interview with Maestus done by Patrick

1. Hello, how are things going in Oregon this week? Please introduce yourself to the readers?


SP:
Hello, Patrick. Things are going well in Portland. It’s the rainy season here, but that’s good for inspiration.

2. When did you first meet
the other members of the band and was it long before you all started Maestus? How did you choose Maestus as the name of the band does it have a special meaning?


SP:
I started Maestus in 2013 after wanting to explore a more melodic and deliberate side of my creative outlets. At first, the band was solely a studio project with myself and a friend/collaborator who goes by the name Sophos. Because we weren’t concerned about performing in a live setting,
it wasn’t until we had an option to perform that we sought out other musicians. Most of us in Maestus
have been writing and collaborating for the better part of 10 years. Kenneth and I are brothers and were previously in Arkhum, a black/death metal project that featured both NK (guitars) and CL (drums) at one time or another. Our keyboardist, SB, performed with many Californian black metal and progressive bands during the early-to-mid 2000s.

3.Deliquesce is the bands second full length which is being released through Code666 in Feb.2019 when did you and the band first come in contact with this label?


SP:
When we were recording the album in early 2018 we were thinking of many different options for labels. We reached out to some who weren’t interested, and then some that had full schedules for the next 12-15 months. After a productive dialog, Code666 reached out to us about releasing Deliquesce and we were very excited. They’ve had a great roster over the years. Amesours, Fen, Dynfari, Imperial Triumphant, etc etc. On and on. They’re a great label.

4. Does the whole band take part in the writing process or does one member usually write everything? The songs are very long and epic in length so I was curious how long does it usually take to complete one song?
SP:
For Deliquesce, the majority of the creative collaborations were between myself and SB. One, or both, of us would “hear” a riff, or keyboard part and then begin building off of that. I handled the majority of the guitar parts but there were times where she would sound out a guitar part
that was floating in her head, then I would interpret that. SB handled all of the piano & keyboard compositions. The fundamental aspect of the drums is something I lay out via MIDI, but ultimately, Cordell takes those basic ideas and crafts something that
will complement the music far better than I ever could.


The length of time it takes to complete a song varies. The ‘Black Oake’ rack took months to get to its current state, and for a while, I contemplated throwing it out entirely. But SB persisted, so the composition continued and we changed it probably 50 separate times to get it where it is today. Now it’s my favorite song to perform from Deliquesce.

5. Who usually handles writing the lyrics for the music what are some topics written about on the new release?Which usually comes first the music or the lyrics?


SP:
The music definitely comes first in our process. Often I’ll have an idea for a lyrical theme, but the writing process doesn’t usually begin until I’m prepared to begin building the vocal arrangements. SB and I will usually come up with an idea, maybe a handful of stanzas that fit to the music, and then KRP will help us to smooth them out so they flow better. He has a great eye for lyrics, as he writes them in most of the bands he works with.

6.Besides the upcoming Deliquesce
release are there any copies of the debut release still available to purchase? Besides physical releases does the band have any other merchandise currently available if yes what is available and where can the readers buy it?


SP:
Yes, we have a small number of copies of our record Voir Dire available through Glossolalia
Records here. We also have a Deliquesce t-shirt available here
which features artwork by Misanthropic Art. That one’s available in all sizes. More t-shirts, patches, and stickers are in the works and will be available nearer to the release of the album.

7.Has the band ever thought of making a music video for any of the bands songs? If you had the opportunity to make a video for any of the songs off of the Deliquesce release which song would you like to see made into a video?
SP:
Yes, we’ve definitely thought of making a music video for one of the songs. In a perfect world, I’d love to make videos for the majority of our songs. The length and arrangements of these songs allow for a lot of visuals & creative expression. In the future, we will absolutely make videos to accompany our music.

8.Does Maestus play live very often or do you prefer working in the studio? What have been some of the bands most memorable shows over the years?


SP:
I don’t usually like to lump
playing live and working in the studio together. Only because they’re completely different beasts. I enjoy playing live just as much as I enjoy writing and recording in the studio. I also handle all the engineering and recording for the band, so it’s fun in a different way, and we get to approach it from yet another creative angle. Both live and studio work are enjoyable, for different reasons.

9. Are there any tours or shows planned in 2019 in support of the new release? If yes where will the band be playing and who are some bands you will be sharing the stage with?


SP:
Yes, we are in the process of planning some unique lineups for select shows throughout the year. I shouldn’t say exactly which bands we’ve spoken to about tours, but we’re all excited about the possibilities that are in the works.

10. Besides working in Maestus
do you or the other members currently play in any other bands or solo projects? If yes please tell the readers a little about them?


SP:
The majority of our members have their hands in plenty of other pots. My other full-time focus is Pillorian and a close second would be my solo project
The Will of A Million. Both projects are working on new records this winter, hopefully for releases later in 2019.KRP, CL, and NK have a project called Lodge of the Empty Bed, with a couple of them playing in Grst. Another related project is Gash, a death metal band. Many of these releases can be found on Glossolalia Records, a label run by KRP.

11.2018 is almost over what
have been some of your favorite bands and releases in 2018?


SP:
We’ve been listening to the new material from YOB, Infernal Coil, Thy Catafalque, Aphex Twin, Behemoth, Akitsa, Sumac, Ellorsith, Yellow Eyes, Hyperdontia, Convulsing. There’s been a lot of good records this year, and of course, this list isn’t exhaustive. In addition to 2018 release, we’ve also been listening to a heap of Kauan, Armagedda, and Skogen.

12.
Thank you for taking the time to fill this interview out do you have any final comments for the readers?
SP:
Thanks to any who read this far. Enjoy your winters.

                                                     Band  Contacts
                                             https://maestus.bandcamp.com/
                                          https://www.facebook.com/maestusdoom
                                                     Label Contacts
                                                http://www.code666.net/
                                               https://auralmusic.bandcamp.com/

Interview with Critical Defiance done by Patrick posted on 12-22-18

Interview with Critical Defiance done by Patrick


1.Hello how are things going in Chile this week? Please introduce yourself to the readers?

Hello, I’m Felipe Alvarado from Critical Defiance, a thrash metal band from Villa Alemana, Chile. We decided to create this band in order to play aggressive and violent thrash metal that reflects our deepest emotions and to condemn an increasingly decadent society and generation. Lately, things are going great here in Chile. We had a show last Friday and it was amazing, people reacted with lots of energy to our music. So for us it is cool that they like what we are doing.

2.When did you first start listening to thrash metal and who were the first bands you discovered? Who are some of your current favorite bands in the scene today?
We started listening heavy metal and rock when we were in school (I was in a catholic school by the way). At that time I used to listen to bands like AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Slayer, Iron Maiden, Queen, Metallica and Megadeth; then I met the former guitar player of the band and we started listening thrash metal, basically from the bay area SF and the Chilean scene. Bands like Toxic, Annihilator, Razor and Vio-Lence were and continue to be among our favorites.

3.When did you first meet the other members of the band and was it long before you all started Critical Defiance? How did you all choose Critical Defiance as the name of the band?
All the members of Critical Defiance are devoted thrashers. So, we met at local shows. The guitar player, Felipe Espinoza, was my best friend from school and we both shared the same interest in heavy metal music. And talking about the name, Critical Defiance, it means our resistance against a corrupt society and commercial music that rules the world today.

4.What is the current line up for the band and who would you say are the bands biggest influences?
The current line-up is: Ignacio Arévalo (Bass player), Nicolas Pastene (Drums), Felipe Espinoza (Lead guitar) and finally me, Felipe Alvarado, (Vocals and Rythm/Lead guitar). Our main Influences are Megadeth, Metallica, Voivod, Slayer and Annihilator, also other bands like Yes, Rush, King Crimson, The Beatles and Los Jaivas from Chile.

5.Misconception is the bands debut which will be released in Feb.2019 through Unspeakable Axe Rec. when did you and the band first come in contact with this label?
Our first contact with UAR was back in 2016 when we had the urgent necessity to find a label that shared our same vision. Not only related to music but also related to the message. In UAR we found the loyalty and respect that we were looking for.

6.How long did it take the band to write the music for the debut release? Does the whole band take part in the writing process or does one member write everything?
Basically, the writing process for the debut release was a work that took almost all of our lives and it encompasses all of our experiences. Life lessons, feelings and desires are compacted and putted together in Misconception. The songwriting is made by Felipe Alvarado and each member of the band participates in the arrangements.

7.Who usually handles writing the lyrics for the music and what are some subjects written about on the debut release?
The lyrics were written by Joaquín Muñoz (former member) and Felipe Alvarado. Some of the subjects in the album are violence, war, corruption, political tyranny, the self and our deepest emotions as well as misconceptions rooted in collective thought.

8.Besides the upcoming debut release early next year does the band have any other merchandise currently available for the readers to buy?If yes what is available and where can the readers buy it?
No, we haven’t yet.

9.Has Critical Defiance had the opportunity to play very many live shows over the last few years? What have been some of the bands most memorable shows so far?
We enjoy every show we do. Here in Chile, the metalheads are fucking insane.

10.Are their any tours or shows planned in 2019 in support of the debut release? If yes where will the band be playing and who are some bands you will be sharing the stage with?
Yes, we want to do a show for our debut release here in Valparaíso. But we have nothing clear yet.

11.When you need to take a break from working on new music and band business what do you like to do in your free time?
Songwriting is a full time job (the second album is almost completed). And we spend our free time playing football, trekking and hanging out with family and friends.

12. Critical Defiance comes out of the Chilean thrash metal scene. What is your opinion of the thrash metal scene in Chile over the years?
We have excellent exponents in the thrash and death metal scene here in Chile, old school bands like Necrosis, Pentagram, Massakre, Warpath; and newer bands like, Mental Devastation, Terror Strike, Demoniac and Ripper which are the best in the local scene. The underground Chilean scene is really passionate about the music.

13.Who are your all-time favorite bands coming out of Chile and are their any new bands you feel the readers should check out soon?
You should definitely check a lot of bands from the Chilean scene we mentioned.

14.Besides playing in Critical Defiance do you or any of the members currently play in any other bands? If yes please tell the readers a little about them?
Felipe Espinoza also plays in Mental Devastation, The Aggressor and Unholyness. Nicolas Pastene is currently in Armored Knight, Unholyness and The Aggressor.

15.Thank you for taking the time to fill this interview out do you have any final comments for the readers?
We are really looking forward to the release of the album; it is a really wonderful experience to have the opportunity to capture our deepest thoughts and turn them into the music that we have loved for many years of our lives.

                                                             Band  Contact
                                                    https://www.facebook.com/criticaldefiance/
                                                            Label Contact
                                                      http://unspeakableaxerecords.com
                                                     http://unspeakableaxerecords.bandcamp.com
                                                    http://www.facebook.com/unspeakableaxerecords

Interview with Rigor Sardonicous done by Patrick posted on 12-18-18

Interview with Rigor Sardonicous  done by Patrick

1. Hello how are things going in New York these days? Please introduce yourself to the readers?
Greetings Patrick and thank you. We are Joe Fogarazzo and Glenn Hampton of Rigor Sardonicous. New York is not the bastion it once was and is getting very expensive to live, but what would one expect from a leader of the criminal state.

2. Rigor Sardonicous was started in 1988 what gave you the idea to start this band? How did you choose the name Rigor Sardonicous as the name of the band?
Glenn founded and named the band years before I came into the fold. And yes we feel that the name very much is in line with our visions. He derived the name from a short story called Mr. Sardonicus and is about the body contorting a smile after passing into death caused by the rigidity of the muscles and tissues.

3. Who would you say are the bands biggest influences over the years and have they remained the same since the beginning til present day?
Slayer, Autopsy, Bach, post-Ozzy Black Sabbath, have been among our highest influences.

4. I know Rigor Sardonicous is a two man band would you like to find new musicians to make a full line up or do you prefer to work as two piece?
We have made many attempts to get a drummer, even if only for live performances such as Mortician does, but a competent drummer is hard to find. We did have Steve Moran, ex-Evoken, who recorded on our Apocalypsis Damnare album and played a few shows, but otherwise Rigor will likely remain Glenn and I.

5. Ridenti Mortuus is the bands newest release how long did it take the band to write the music for the new release? How long does it usually take to complete one song?
Everything for this release was composed over a weekend. It all just fell into place while another band I was involved with faltered on a recording session.

6. I believe that Ridenti Mortuus is a digital only release. Are their any plans to do a physical release in 2019? If yes will it be self released or would you like to work with a label?
We would prefer a label to do a physical release but we will see in time if we will do a small run on our own. I have gone nearly broke with postage in the past as many others have struggled with that as well.


7. Rigor Sardonicous has released quite a few full lengths and splits and EP's are these still available for the readers to purchase? Besides releases does the band have any other merchandise available if yes what is available and where can the readers buy it?
Only digital downloads are available on our Bandcamp site. All else is sold out.

8. The band comes out of the New York doom metal scene what is your opinion of New York's death, doom metal scene over the years?
The doom scene in this area doesn’t really exist. Many other bands of this style here are no more, such as Winter and Symphony Of Grief. It’s just us and Evoken that I know of who are in an adjacent state. I hope to see more bands like this rise from this area.

9. Who are your all-time favorite metal bands coming out of New York and are their any new bands you feel the readers should check out soon?
The New York sound, as it was known, was never an inspiration to us. We sought to go entirely left-field from that. But some bands worth looking into are Artificial Brain, Braindead, and Steel Wolf.

10. Besides working in Rigor Sardonicous do either of you work in any other bands or solo projects? If yes please tell the readers a little about them?
I was in Dimentianon for years and more recently Teloch Vovin, which has just gone into hiatus. I was also in a rock band called Pink Chameleon for a little while and a classical guitar ensemble. I like doing differing bands and styles as I find it can help to direct focus.

11. When you need take a break from working on new music or band business what do you like to do in your free time?
I love going into nature and separating from the world as often as I am able.

12. 2018 is about to come to a close what have been some of your favorite releases this year?
While not new to this year as I recently heardthem, I go with Shape Of Despair’s Monotony Fields and Hail Of Bullets The Rommel Chronicles.

13. Thank you for taking the time to fill this interview out do you have any final comments for the readers?
Thank you to all for reading to this point. Find us on Bandcamp where all of our music is and some of it free .https://rigorsardonicous1.bandcamp.com/

                                                        Band Contacts
                                               https://rigorsardonicous1.bandcamp.com/
                                              https://www.facebook.com/RigorSardonicous.Official

Interview with Riven done by Patrick posted up on 12-18-18

Interview with Zeromus vocalist and all instruments of Riven done by Patrick


1.Hello Zeromus how are things going in Belgium this week? Please introduce yourself to the readers.
Hello, my real name is Tom and I live in the city of Antwerpen, Belgium. I'm 31 years old.

2.When did you first become interested in playing and writing music?What was the first instrument you learned to play?Are you self taught or did you have lessons when first starting out?
My interst already started when I was about 12-13 years old, when I listened to some metal compilation albums. I wanted to play guitars, but never did until I was 18 years old and bought my first guitar in a local electronics store with some money I got for my birthday. I taught it myself because I did not want to start music school when I went to college.

3.You also handle the vocals for the band when did you first start growling and singing?Do you do anything special to keep your throat and voice healthy?
I used to sing in other bands/projects but it was always clean singing. My voice could handle that perfectly. I always try to sing in a way that my voice doesn't hurt, so I can keep it up. I didn't have much experience in growling, but managed to do it at home with some practice. I can't do it really loud (more practice will be needed for that), but it was good enough to do the record where I can turn up the volume, but not for live shows. I tend to sing only once per week, so my voice doesn't
need to work too hard.

4.When did you first get the idea to start this band?And how did you choose Riven as the name of the band does it have a special meaning?
I bought a new music mixing program with a lot of options to program classical instruments (piano, violins and of course church organs) and drones. I was already experimenting with it, but then I saw a live show of the Finnish band Skepticism, which blew me away and then I knew I wanted to make this kind of music with the options I had. The name Riven comes from a cult video game on the first Playstation, it had such a weird setting and I always thought it would be a perfect name for a experimental music project.

5.You are the sole member of the band when you first got the idea to start this project did you plan to work alone?What do you feel is the easiest and hardest part of being a one man band?
I chose to be a one-man band because then I can decide everything. It's all about experimenting for me and I just wanted to do the stuff I like on my own. This project is perfect for that. The only negative thing is that I can't perform live. At this time I don't feel the need to play Riven as a live band, but maybe in the future I might get asked to do a live performance and then I'd have to look for musicians who want to perform Riven with me.

6.Would you like to find some new members to make a full line-up or do you prefer working alone?If you had the opportunity to work with any musicians{past or present} who would you like to work with?
As I explained earlier I don't really feel the need to have a full band around Riven, but maybe it will be the case in the later stage. I would like to work with John, the singer of Evoken, once. He has such a great voice and his way of doing his thing on stage was always an inspiration for me.

7.Hail To The King is the debut release from the band how long did it take you to write the music for the debut release?
About a year. I was experimenting a lot and once I got into the flow of a song I just kept writing until it was done. And then I just experimented until I found the flow for the next song. Basically one day I didn't have the inspiration and the other day I just came up with an idea and went on with that. It was all about the right moment.

8.Where do you draw inspiration for the lyrics and what are some topics you wrote about on the debut?
It's basically some kind of story where a medieval village was caught by the plague. The king did everything to defend his people, but in the end he dies.

9.I believe Hail To The King is a digital release are their any plans to do a physical release soon?Besides the Hail To The King release does the band have any other merchandise available for the readers to buy If yes what is available and where can the readers buy it?
There is only the digital download. I wanted to release that first to see what I response I get from it (because it is so experimental, you never know how it turns out) and maybe release it physical in the future if there are fans out there who would want it, because I know a lot of people (including me) still prefer music on a physical format. There is no other merchandise.

10.Have you ever thought of making a video for any of your songs if you had the opportunity to make a video for any of Riven's songs which one would you like to see made into a video?
Haven't really thought of that, but it would be an interesting idea! I know some guys who are amateur movie maker, maybe I could ask them. I don't know which song it will be, maybe the title track?

11.Besides playing in Riven do you currently work in any other bands or solo projects? If yes please tell the readers a little about them?
I play in Svarthart, a doom/death metal band. We played quite some shows last month and released 2 records. And also Generaal Onzin (which means General Bullshit), a one-man band with dutch lyrics that focus on jokes. I only play in my area for fun.

12.When you need to take a break from working on new music or band business what do you like to do in your free time?
Mostly listening to music, play video games or board games and going out with friends in the weekend. I also like going to festivals in the summer, with Metaldays in Slovenia as my all-time favorite.

13.Besides funeral doom metal do you listen to any other forms of metal or music in general? If yes what are some of your favorite genre's and who are some bands you enjoy listening to?
I basically have 3 favourite genres: Doom metal, power metal and grindcore. But I have a lot of different records going from Aborted to Powerwolf and from Tankard to Elis. I also enjoy more popular bands like Foo Fighters, Queen and the Beatles.

14.Thank you Zeromus for taking the time to fill this interview out do you have any final words for the readers?
Well, thanks for the interview and keep supporting underground bands, because they need it!

                                                     Band Contacts
                                           https://rivendoom.bandcamp.com/releases
                                      https://www.facebook.com/Riven-1800758369937308/

Interview with Branislav, vocalist & guitarist for Bane, done by Patrick. posted on 12-10-18

Interview with Branislav, vocalist & guitarist for Bane, done by Patrick.

1. Hello Branislav! How are things going in Canada these days? Please introduce yourself to the readers?
Hails Patrick! Thanks for asking - pretty cold these days, hehe. My name is Branislav, I am the singer and guitar player of Blackened Death Metal band BANE.

2. When did you first start listening to metal music?Who were the first bands you heard and who are some of your current favourite bands?

I got my first Slayer CD when I was around 11 years old which obviously had a huge impact on me. However, soon afterwards I quickly gravitated towards the most Extreme of genres. I remember getting a burned compilation CD that had bands like Cannibal Corpse, Morbid Angel, Deicide, Cryptopsy...and that was basically where it all started. Lately I've been listening to quite a lot of music, specially now days since I was asked to do my Top 10 list of 2018 releases for another magazine. Only few of the bands I have been spinning a lot recently are A Hill To Die Upon, Mortuorial Eclipse, Décembre Noir, Ov Shadows, Sear Bliss, Katatonia, Paradise Lost...and of course the one and only Steel Panther, haha!

3. Branislav, you originally started Bane in Serbia. What gave you the idea to start this band? How did you choose Bane as the name of the band does it have a special meaning?
After playing in several other bands, I wanted to pursue a specific vision that I have had but could not express it in any of the other bands I was apart of. That's when BANE was born. I wanted to have a band that would mix Black and Death Metal, which was heavily influenced by the Swedish Metal bands of the early/mid 90's. BANE, by definition is a source of harm, ruin or death. It somewhat defines the music we play, at least to a certain extent.

4.How do you feel the bands musical style has evolved over the years? And who would you say are Bane's biggest influences?
I think that the songwriting has progressed quite a bit since our first recordings, but in general we kept the same genre/style which we started playing about a decade ago or so. Honestly, I am really glad we did, as this is my favourite kind of Metal! The biggest and most obvious influence would be Dissection, but there's a lot more bands whom I owe a lot for shaping our music and sound, some of them being Dark Funeral, Naglfar, Behemoth, Saturnus, Hate, Temple Of Baal, Setherial, Aeternus, etc...I listen to a lot of bands out there and all of them contribute to my inspiration, weather directly or indirectly.

5. Branislav, you re-located to Canada a few years ago - when did you first get the idea to move to Canada? How do you like living in Canada so far?
That's correct. I got the idea after I felt that I had hit somewhat of a wall (figuratively speaking), and was in search of broader horizons in order to pursue my passion - which is music, not only as a hobby but also professionally. I had very limited opportunities in the Balkans, and I knew that Montreal had a pretty great Metal scene, so I decided to pack my back pack and that was it. So far, so good. Everything has it's pros and cons. I'm very fortunate to have the opportunity to Tour quite a bit so I never get to stay at one place for too long, hehe.

6. You reformed Bane in Canada. When did you decide to reform the band? And what is the current line up of the band?
When I had moved here in 2012, I already had a new line-up together by 2013. However, after playing a few shows in 2014, problems with that line-up started occurring, so I decided to put everything on ice for a while, which allowed me to regain focus, perspective and energy in order to finish writing and recording what eventually became our third full-length album, 'Esoteric Formulae'. The current line-up of the band consist of myself on vocals/guitars, Max Allard on Guitars & backing vocals, and Stef Deschenes on bass. In the last year we have been working with session drummers, but I am happy to say that we have found the right fit and will announce our new drummer sometime in 2019.

7. Esoteric Formulae is the bands third full length release. How long did it take you to write the music for the new release? How long would you say it takes to complete one song? That's right. This album actually took the longest to complete, unlike the first two which were done fairly quickly. I had written most of the music back in 2014-2015, but then took a break from the material and did no re-listen to it until 2017. Then I revised all the songs, corrected some arrangements and wrote the majority of the lyrics, which also took quite a it of time.

8. What are some subjects you wrote about on Esoteric Formulae?
Mainly Anti-Cosmic philosophy and Chaos-Gnosticism.

9.Where can the readers buy the newest release and are the previous two releases still available for the readers to buy? Besides physical releases do you have any other merchandise currently available if yes, what is available and where can the readers buy it?
All our 3 full-lengths releases are currently in stock through the band's Bandcamp profile, as well as some other limited edition releases we have released over the years such as 7'' vinyls, cassettes, etc. We also have some T-Shirt designs that are still available. All our merch can be purchased through our official Bandcamp page: https://baneband.bandcamp.com/

10. I know Bane has had the opportunity to play many shows and tours over the years. What have been some of your most memorable shows over the years? And who have been some of your favourite bands to share the stage with?

We recently had the pleasure to open for UADA, which was also our very first time touring in the USA. We have many good memories from that Tour, to say the least. It's very difficult to single out shows as they are all an experience of their own. Opening for Insomnium at a sold out show in Toronto was awesome. Playing with Wolfheart in Montreal earlier this year was a very fun show, too. Our headlining hometown show this Summer in Novi Sad kicked some serious ass, and playing Belgrade again for the first time in 6 years was also an incredible feeling. As far as the older shows go, opening for Malevolent Creation in Bulgaria in the summer of 2011 will always have a special place in my heart, and opening for Decapitated on a sold out show in Belgrade, Serbia the same year was also wicked. I could go on and on, really, as there have been so many good ones over the years.

11. Are their any shows or tours planned for the rest of 2018 or early 2019 in support of Esoteric Formulae? If yes where will Bane be playing and who are some bands you will be sharing the stage with?
Throughout 2018 we've toured in 8 European countries, Canada and the USA, so we'll be taking a short break this winter and will focus on promoting the new album through various online sources and social media. However, we are currently in the midst of confirming shows and Festivals for 2019. So far the only thing I can say is that will be coming back to the USA next year, and we have already confirmed a few Canadian shows as well - all of which we will be announcing shorty.

12. Branislav, when you need to take a break from writing new music or band business what do you enjoy doing in your free time?

Besides listening to music, really not much. I enjoy trading merch with other bands and smaller labels from all over the world. In general I just like buying music on physical formats as I have quite a collection here at home, hehe.

13. Besides Bane, are you currently working with any other bands or solo projects? If yes please tell the readers a little about them?

Usually, I always have at least one side project, but since last year BANE has been my main and only focus. I do have some plans to record some guest appearances next year, so will start working on those soon enough.

14. Thank you Branislav for taking the time to fill this interview out do you have any final comments for the readers? Thanks a lot for the support Patrick, means a lot! And special thanks to those of you who took the time to read this interview. Keep on supporting Winter Torment Webzine and Metal in general! Be sure to check out & follow BANE on our Social Media for updates & upcoming Tour Dates. HAIL CHAOS!

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Meathook--Crypts,Coffins,Corpses cd {Unmatched Brutality Records} posted on 12-9-18

Meathook--Crypts,Coffins,Corpses cd {Unmatched Brutality Records}
Coming out of Arizona's brutal death metal scene is Meathook  with their third full length release.Crypts,Coffins,Corpses is nine vicious and brutal songs that range from intense fast music to a more controlled mid paced range.The vocals are guttural,deep growls that fit Meathook's brutal style perfectly.The guitars are played with chaotic and extremely fast guitar patterns.The guitarist does play with a lightning fast pace can also write some memorable and well executed guitar parts even adding in some solo's throughout the songs.The drumming is done with violent and intense blast beats but the drummer can write and perform some well structured drum patterns.
 If you are looking for a great sick,brutal release to start off 2019 with then do yourself a favor and be sure to pick up Crypts,Coffins,Corpeses once it is released.
                                         
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