Video interview with Charlie Benante of Anthrax
Video interview with Charlie Benante of Anthrax. Done backstage at the Super.com Center in Dallas, TX. It was the first date of the Jagermeister Tour.
11/03/2011
The Meads Of Asphodel and the difference between stupidity and genius
For the past decades the UK given birth to a many great bands like Cradle Of Filth, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Saxon and Motorhead. Now the little isle in the Atlantic has delivered another great band to check: The Meads Of Asphodel. Praised by Metal Hammer as one of the best underground bands in the UK. The band recently got signed to...
08/03/2011
Symbolic and their specific vision on their music
Hello, guys! How's it going? Introduce yourself, please, and give us a short recap of the band's history, as usual. We´re looking forward the upcoming release of SCARVEST and are curious about the reactions of zines, fans and others. Our members are Basti (vox), Andi (git), Stef (git.), Tobi (drums) and last but not least our new bassist Sebastian, who joined us...
02/03/2011
Remzi Kelleci likes to keep his project going his way
Obszon Geschopof is an obscure, but very talented band created from the mind of Remzi Kelleci. Originally starting out as an industrial band, Kelleci evolved and added more and more elements to his band, such as thrash, death, and black metal while keeping things industrial. Always a man who ‘never creates the same album twice,’ his latest work ‘Symphony Of Decay,’ really...
28/02/2011
Disintegrate aren’t disappearing anytime soon!
Recently, made their mark on the metal world by unleashing their thrashing debut ‘Parasites Of A Shifting Future.’ Aside from featuring guest spots from Jord Otto from ReVamp and Claudia from Lyonite, the album features a strong aggressive melody base while at the same time inducing plenty of headbanging and thought provoking lyrics that aren’t the usual ‘generic’ stuff that some thrash...
22/02/2011
Dimaeon fuel their inspiration on positive reinforcement and Pink Floyd (amongst others)
are a hard working progressive death metal band from Leeuwarden, Netherlands who really enjoys a positive remark about their music. After releasing their recent EP, ‘Exit Reality,’ fans (myself included) have been bombarding them by emails and MySpace comments about how awesome it was and urging the group to progress in their musical career. As a result, Dimaeon has only strengthened their...
17/02/2011
Merging metal and horror films with Halls Tainted Red
It is 2011, and it is time for some new stuff! New metal bands are always great, but it is rare when a new trend comes along that turns the music world on its head and revolutionizes everything. LeGrand Haughton of the technical death metal band, Halls Tainted Red, is taking his musical career one step further. Instead of just releasing a...
01/02/2011
Why Miss Gory Rae loves hearing crows
Interview with Miss Gory Rae done by Jesse Kahler. Greetings Miss Gory Rae, and thank you for taking time to rap a bit. First of all, can you tell us a little bit about what sort of responsibilities being Canada's first and ONLY horror host entail? Well, First? Let me extend my virtual hand, as thanks for thinking of me. Actually? That..right...
17/01/2011
Gwendolyn Eve Hill likes to play master and servant
Being what is known as an alternative model from the New York City area, how much of an effort is it nowadays to stand out from the crowd? How distinguished is your presence in alternative modeling? That's a great question because an alternative model by definition is off the mainstream. But I think too many girls think that if they have a...
17/01/2011
Winterhorde storm the seas with an excellent concept
Winterhorde are one of those bands that when one hears them has to be impressed. This Israel based band offers fans a second album, and an exciting concept album that is stand alone impressive with the lyrics/ story just as much as it is with the music at hand… which is some very decent melodic black metal that stands out from the...
15/01/2011
Why Tiberius Project believes in democracy
Since its inception Tiberius projecT has remained a two-piece consisting of you and Dennis Martins, with occasional guest musicians appearing for recording sessions. You have stated this arrangement is easier than a full band. We have worked with other bands in the past, a lot of brains thinking different ideas, a lot of ways to finalize a unique song. The musicians had...
14/01/2011
The trauma and nightmares of war according Moonreich
Conceived as a solo project in 2008 and one disastrous first performance in Paris of 09. During the recording of their debut album look martial the band was reborn again as a band. "Loi Maritinale" is depressing black metal that explores the trauma and nightmares of war. Greetings Weddir and PFZ and happy new year I hope everything is all well with...
09/01/2011
No laziness for Valdur
I'm listening to the "Raven Gods Amongst Us". It's quite different from the USBM going around these days. Seem like Valder and Lighting Swords Of Death are taking the filthy primitive approach? If you are telling me that Valdur sounds a bit different, then this is good. It is not about taking some strange 'left-field' approach to metal… it is about respecting...
09/01/2011
What you hear is the result of Valet Parn
Hailz George! It is good to correspond with you again! When I originally met you, you were performing with Septic Flesh on Tour with Behemoth. I knew you then as a great guitarist and guitar tech (I remember running around trying to help you find some tools as you were working on your guitar, haha!). Speed me up on what you have...
23/12/2010
The open mind of Dave Tedesco (Solace Of Requiem, Penetration)
Today for you BRUTALISM readers, I have a special treat. I am interviewing Dave Tedesco who has drummed for many cult bands including but not limited to Solace Of Requiem and Penetration. Dave, I would like to thank you for taking the time to be interviewed. Well, I would like to thank you for having me. Excellent, why don’t you tell us...
17/12/2010