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All the latest music interviews from the team at HEAVY Magazine. HEAVY interviews the worlds leading rock, punk, metal and beyond musicians in the heavy universe of music. We will upload the latest interviews regularly so before to follow our social accounts and our podcast account on www.speaker.com/user/heavy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.
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A music podcast centered around Heavy Metal music............and its vast tendrils. We discuss concerts, bands and artists. Doesn't matter if its old man metal or the newest trend we try and cover all the bases.
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As the renowned band Batushka prepare for their final performance under this name in Melbourne, HEAVY had the chance to sit down with Monk Boruta and Bartek Krysiuk to explore the reasons behind the name change. Embarking on a new chapter, Batushka will be rebranding as Patriarkh, celebrating a new era with a groundbreaking concept album in January…
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New Jersey rock outfit The Gaslight Anthem are experiencing somewhat of a new lease on life. Grabbing the attention of a global audience with their 2007 debut Sink Or Swim, The Gaslight Anthem rammed the point home with their second album The '59 Sound the following year, becoming the first band in British music history to appear on the cover of Ke…
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As they say, there's no rest for the wicked, which is precisely why As December Falls are in the thick of things heading into the tail end of 2024, their tenth year as a band. Following the breakout success of 2021's album Happier, As December Falls quickly capitalised on their growing momentum, releasing the follow-up Join The Club last year. That…
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Summoning the most brutal elements of Floridian death metal and combining it with the coldest permafrost of Scandinavian black metal, emerging Canadian deathcore outfit Angelmaker are making huge waves on the international metal scene. By confronting listeners with furious, focused, and violent extremity, Angelmaker create deathcore of the highest …
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At the end of the day, music and the creative arts is all about expression and having fun. In the modern age of entertainment that sense of enjoyment has slowly eroded due to the complexities of the current global climate and the incessant wish to not offend anybody which has resulted in a terser, more rigid sprinkling of bands and musicians that s…
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Sydney rock outfit RedHook have been making a nuisance of themselves all over the world in recent years, playing with The Smashing Pumpkins and Janes Addiction as part of The World Is A Vampire Tour and at Good Things Festival alongside Bring Me The Horizon, Gojira, Soulfly, Jinjer and more in their home country, as well as international festivals …
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While Crossbone Skully may be a new band to some, they are definitely not a fresh band when it comes to pedigree. Frontman Tommy Henriksen is an integral part of both Alice Cooper's band and the Hollywood Vampires, earning his stripes multiple times over through countless tours and live performances. But with Crossbone Skully the landscape has shif…
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Wardruna is a Norwegian music constellation dedicated to weaving together the ancient sounds and traditions of the North into a modern soundscape using a broad selection of both traditional and historical Nordic instruments. The band utilises non-traditional instruments and other sources of sound such as trees, stones, bones, water and fire to enha…
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Guitarist Ronnie Simmons has spread his talents far and wide over the span of his playing career, travelling as far away as LA to play with Faster Pussycat and Richie Ramone before settling on a permanent gig with Australian rock royalty Angry Anderson and Rose Tattoo. While travelling the world doing the thing you love may seem like the pinnacle o…
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Interview by Angela Croudace As the iconic Dropkick Murphys gear up for their long-awaited tour in Australia, HEAVY had the pleasure of sitting down with Tim Brennan, the band's talented multi-instrumentalist. We discussed the upcoming shows, the band's musical journey, and the unique influences that shaped their sound. We kicked off the conversati…
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British hard-rocking outfit Idles are the real deal. Not only do they staunchly oppose those who fall into their crosshairs, but they are also vocal and proud about such beliefs and stances, with scant regard given for how they are perceived by others. Using their music as a weapon, Idles are brutally honest about their stance on social issues such…
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Californian ska/punk outfit Voodoo Glow Skulls have been an integral part of the ska/punk scene since their inception in 1988. Born into a musical landscape that was only in the early stages of combining the two genres, the band quickly forged their own path based on a relentless touring ethic and uncompromising values that saw them play a large pa…
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Well known Brisbane musician Jordan 'Chalky' Hill is best known for his electrifying and dominant role behind the drum kit, but of late he has been expanding his skillset into pretty much every other facet of music. His most recent solo project, Nuclearsaurus Rex, has seen Chalky explore a more crossover thrash style, immersing himself in everythin…
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Interview by Angela Croudace Jaret Reddick, the charismatic frontman of Bowling for Soup, shared his excitement about returning to Australia after 15 years, the band's upcoming 30th anniversary, and his passion for mental health advocacy. As Bowling for Soup prepares to take the stage at the Good Things Festival, Jaret reflected on the band's journ…
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After spending their first couple of years refining their sound and learning their craft better, Gold Coast rock outfit Chavez Cartel are finally starting to bear the fruits of that labour, having also managed to conquer the UK and USA in recent years. With a classic rock sound embedded with elements of grunge, Chavez Cartel found pieces falling in…
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ALARUM have nothing to prove in sheer technical prowess on their instruments, or superlative proficiency in progressive metal songwriting. They've demonstrated for over 25 years that they are masters in complex time signatures, virtuoso guitar and bass chops, and layered sonic landscapes. Their music can be deliciously delicate and lovely, cheeky j…
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The only thing better as a band than hitting the road after releasing an album is hitting the road with your mates, so it was a no-brainer really when Melodic Death metal powerhouse ORPHEUS OMEGA (VIC) and Symphonic Gothic Metal masters CARMERIA (NSW) announced they would be touring together to promote recent albums. Dubbed the Embers Of Tragedy Au…
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Interview by Angela Croudace The music world is often dominated by Western narratives, but Botswana’s Skinflint is challenging those narratives by carving out a unique space for African metal. Founded in late 2006, the band emerged with a vision to blend heavy metal with the richness of African culture and mythology. HEAVY spoke to the band’s core …
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Interview by Angela Croudace In the ever-evolving world of metal, League of Distortion is carving out its own niche, led by the dynamic Anna Brunner, also known as Ace. Fresh off the release of their new album Galvanize, Anna’s passion for music and empowering messages shines through in every note. We caught up with her to discuss the band’s journe…
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It is hard to believe that a band could have been around for over ten years and released two EPs, but are still to play their first live show. Especially in the modern age of music. But that's exactly the situation Gold Coast rock outfit Derail find themselves in as they prepare to make their live debut amongst esteemed company when they perform at…
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When Melbourne metal outfit Frankenbok played their first note in anger back in 1997 the musical landscape was a much different beast. For starters, it wasn't deemed necessary to label genres and subgenres of music to appeal to particular markets, meaning bands were more willing to mix a plethora of loves and influences without fear of alienating c…
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Misha Mansoor and Spencer Sotelo of Periphery spoke to HEAVY recently about their creative journey, the evolution of their music, and the unexpected fate that led to their latest release, 2 Song Acoustic Single. The discussion kicked off with an intriguing insight into the band's new acoustic single. Spencer shared how the project was born from a c…
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Not many bands in the metal scene - or any other for that matter - can lay claims to being true flag bearers and essential ingredients in shaping the history of music. Sure, many can try, and just as many come off as ill-informed, but the ones that are, know, and those same ones don't ever brag about it. Unless they're asked, of course. Rising from…
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For three decades Devin Townsend has become a part of the audio furniture in our homes and lives! In 2024 the incredibly prolific and brilliant great man that is Devin reaches into to his beautifully profound heart and mind, telling enlightening us about the journey of creating what was initially a simple thank you to his fans in the overall purpos…
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Combining the haunting sounds of dark symphonic metal with the lovelorn energy of gothic rock, Blue Mountains music machine Carmeria have upped the anti significantly with their recently released sophomore album Tragédie D'amour. While their 2021 debut album Advenae announced the arrival of Carmeria it was also somewhat of a tease, showcasing a son…
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West Australian metal outfit Make Them Suffer found themselves at an important crossroads just a short couple of years ago. With the turmoil of COVID still echoing in the rear vision mirror, Make Them Suffer found themselves beset by more line-up changes, which, coupled with a high level of external expectations, cast an increasingly large, dark sh…
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One of the best things about touring foreign countries is experiencing local bands, music and culture, and Japan is by far one of the best places in the world to do so. Heavy Metal is a growing and thriving market in the country, and over the course of seven trips with Australian and International bands, the talent and diversity on display has been…
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Progression, or more generally, change, is a constant in music; in order to adapt and survive, you must grow and develop. No band knows this as much as Michigan heavy music act Of Virtue. Born from the blistering cold, barren fields of Michigan and erupting into an internationally recognized and critically acclaimed alternative powerhouse, Of Virtu…
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As if this year wasn't already exciting enough for Nebraska rock outfit 311 with their upcoming appearance at Good Things Festival 2024 alongside Sum 41, Korn, Mastodon, Kerry King and more, but the band have added a touch more spice to proceedings with the release of their 14th studio album Full Bloom late last week. Full Bloom is the group's firs…
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It seems these days every second touring band is doing an anniversary run for an album from their back catalogue. Almost to the point where the whole concept is starting to lose its appeal, mainly because it's hard to tell which bands have a genuine interest in revisiting that album and which bands just see it as a potential financial bonanza. You …
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Australian music is on the rise - and deservedly so. While there are bands like RedHook, Ocean Grove, Void Of Vision and Alpha Wolf who are lighting up the airwaves and flying the flag for the younger generation, the more old-school rock and hard rock bands are also showcasing their worth. Bands like The Poor and Rose Tattoo, who have been around f…
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While Good Things 2024 boasts a stellar line-up of hard rock and metal bands - including Korn, Kerry King, Northlane, Alpha Wolf and From Ashes To New - the band on everybody's lips as a must see on the day is Mastodon. Since emerging in 2000 the Atlanta quartet have defied both sonic and thematic boundaries with an uncategorizable, undeniable, and…
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Wendy James' musical career has mirrored the life of many of her fans. From the rebellious punk stage to the seasoned, reflective artist, James has endured a lifetime of music many in the profession only dream of. Starting with the wildly successful, provocative and infectious Transvision Vamp in the 1980s - a band who oozed anarchaic intent couple…
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If you don't know who Me First & The Gimmes are by now, then you either have little taste in music and/or a sense of adventure, or you don't listen to music at all. If you have been figuratively touched by these fun loving punk reprobates then you will already know that the band only recently visited these shores on a blitzkrieg tour, and you will …
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You don't get more punk than completely bamboozling people without trying, and for this reason alone Melbourne duo Another Rotting Corpse (ARC) have won before even playing a note in anger. On face value with a name like that, it would be natural to assume ARC were, at the very least, a deathcore sounding band but one listen to any song from their …
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Throughout their career, New Jersey heavy outfit Fit For An Autopsy have remained stoic to their music and beliefs, following their own trends and passions rather than bow to the will of the masses. As such, the band have developed a staunch and loyal fanbase, which, despite Fit For An Autopsy finding themselves thrust into the ears of a more mains…
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Rising Australian metal outfit Sienna Skies continue to cement themselves as pioneers of Australia’s heavy and alt music scenes, thanks in part to the inking of a new record deal, support slots with some of the world’s largest rock and metalcore acts and a sold-out headline tour in early 2024 that saw the group ignite impassioned fans across the Ea…
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Interview by Angela Croudace Melbourne's burgeoning music scene is buzzing with the emergence of Druid, a band turning heads with their unique sound blending and captivating performances. Guitarist Daeyul Baggins discussed the band's journey, their new single Chokehold, and their distinctive musical influences. "We started a few years back under a …
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After a relatively quiet year by their standards - which included shows earlier this year with Pantera - Australia's favourite slice of brutality, King Parrot, are set to end the year with a band with their When The Weed Meets The Speed Australian Tour which kicks off at Mo's Desert Clubhouse on November 6. King Parrot have always done things their…
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Raw, honest, explosive. DELLACOMA is a brash and hard hitting rock n roll project featuring the talents of passionate and energetic frontman Dellacoma Rio. With a relevant yet familiar sound, a relentless work ethic and an exotic yet somehow natural formation this 5-piece outfit is primed and set to ignite. After almost 4 years of exhaustive tourin…
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TISM return armed with a tantalising trifecta, with their first headline run since 2004 in October and November. The upcoming Death To Art Tour is bound to go down in Australian music history, with TISM set to be joined by fellow Aussie icons ESKIMO JOE, MACHINE GUN FELLATIO, BEN LEE and THE MAVIS'S. With four of the country's most iconic acts team…
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For the first time ever and finally, legendary extreme Dutch metal act PESTILENCE conquer Australian territory when they hit our shores for a run of shows next month. PESTILENCE was one of the first major bands to emerge from the Dutch metal underground of the 1980’s. While all the other groups from that era have since vanished into ancient history…
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If there were ever two words (well, three technically) that should not go together, they would be Buddhism and death metal. In fact, the words almost naturally repel from each other just saying them out loud. But if there's one thing the cheesy wave of Jean-Claude Van Damme movies taught us is to never say never, so when your path next crosses - or…
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Interview by Angela Croudace Tim Kasher, the visionary frontman of Omaha-based band Cursive, delved into the creative journey behind their tenth album, Devourer. "We're pretty stoked on it," Kasher remarked, reflecting on the extensive work that went into this release following a four-year hiatus since their last album in 2019. Kasher described the…
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Where you come from often has a profound impact on where you eventually go in life. While some people choose to focus on the negatives of any given situation, there are others who find beauty and inspiration in even the most unlikely places. These people are generally the ones who achieve their goals. Hailing from the tiny village of Syðrugøta on t…
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Interview by Angela Croudace Ryan Goldemann, lead singer and guitarist of Mother Mother, discussed the band’s latest album with HEAVY, Grief Chapter, which dives deep into themes of death and existentialism while simultaneously celebrating the beauty of life. “Grief Chapter is kind of like a concept album around death and grief and mourning,” Golde…
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Following the release of their debut album More Subtle Than Death last year, rising Norwegian metalcore outfit Fixation had two options. Revel in the adulation being heaped in their direction for a stunning slab of metal, or capitalise on the growing momentum and get back in the studio. So back in the studio they went. But instead of rehashing what…
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Interview by Angela Croudace HEAVY sat down with PK, the passionate frontman of Japanese heavy metal band Prompts. His journey from Korea to Japan, fueled by a love for metal, has become an inspiring tale of perseverance and friendship. PK shared his experiences growing up in Korea, where the overwhelming popularity of K-Pop shaped the music landsc…
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The name John 5 is akin to God in the world of guitars. Over his career, John has played not only as part of bands, but also as a guest musician and gun for hire, to the extent that it would probably be easier to list the musicians he HASN'T played with before rather than the ones he has. But try this on for size. Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Rob Ha…
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Although having rock music hardwired to nearly every thread of his sonic DNA, Shihad frontman Jon Toogood is also compelled to expose himself through calmer means. For a man best known for songs like My Mind's Sedate, The General Electric and Sleepeater, Toogood's decision to release his first solo album as an acoustic body of work came as a surpri…
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