Ghost Cult Keefy chatted once again with a friend to the channel Joey Vera of Armored Saint! the band is about to join up with Queensryche to tour the US, with both bands playing old-school sets. Joey discussed the tour, the artistry of bass playing, and the bands’ plans for a new record, due out in 2025 via Metal Blade Records!Continue reading
Category Archives: Interviews
INTERVIEW: Martin Gonzalez on “Suspiro” – Songcraft, and Anime
Ghost Cult Keefy chatted with progressive metal solo artist Martin Gonzalez all about his new solo album “Suspiro” out now! In addition to composing for games and films (Roosterteeth) and his own metal band Atomic Guava, Martin loves writing songs that uplift the listener. Not content to just shred all the time, “Suspiro” is a journey for the ear and mind. We chatted about songwriting, incorporating guests, attending Berklee College of Music, his favorite Anime, and more! Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Courtney Gains on His Music Career, Working with Slash – and “Children of the Corn” at 40
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with musician and actor Courtney Gaines to discuss his debut EP “Safe Haven,” out now via Fake Fangs Records! Most people know Courtney from his acting career where he made a splash as the teenage cult leader Malachi in the original “Children of The Corn” – released on March 9th, 1984! These days, in addition to acting and directing, Courtney is a solo music artist, releasing music and performing live! “Safe Haven” was written, recorded, and produced by Courtney Gains. We had a great conversation about his music, his inspirations, working with Slash, his acting career, and especially his relationship with horror fans at conventions and the community after helping kick off such an iconic property! Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Bumblefoot of Whom Gods Destroy on Supergroups, Extreme Styles of Metal, and More
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with Bumblefoot of Progressive Metal supergroup Whom Gods Destroy! Their new album Insanium is releasing via InsideOut Music! We talked to Ron about how the group from from the ashes of Sons Of Apollo – his work at the same time on the new Art Of Anarchy album, the heavy direction of this band and influences such as Pantera! Ron also talked about songcraft, guitar technique, revisiting other projects he has been in such as Asia, and some thoughts on revisiting Guns N Roses’ – “Chinese Democracy!”
INTERVIEW: Tony of Almost Dead on “Destruction Is All We Know” – Bay Area Thrash and More
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with Tony Rolandelli, vocalist for Bay Area Thrash Metal band Almost Dead! Their new album “Destruction is All We Know” – out now via Innerstrength Records! The band is currently on tour with Cryptopsy and Atheist in Europe! We discussed the new album, meshing new influences with older ones, the history of the band, and much more! Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Gost (James Lollar) Discusses His “Prophecy” Album, Performing Live, and Touring
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with James Lollar, aka Synthwave/Metal master Gost! His new album “Prophecy” is soon out on Metal Blade Records and we discussed his career, the differences between his recordings and live performances, touring, the music business, and more!Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Jarret Reddick of Bowling For Soup Talks Legacy, Warped Tour and “1985” at Riot Fest
Ghost Cult Keefy caught with Jarret Reddick of Bowling For Soup at Riot Fest 2023! He reflected on his first Riot Fest, being a veteran of Vans Warped Tour, European festivals, friends like Frank Turner and Flogging Molly Band, and plans for some anniversary activities in 2024 and 2025!Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Crysis Talks About Their Upcoming Album, Future Shows, and Thrash Culture
With each decade comes its own corresponding music genres. Some genres fade with the passage of time, but it’s often that certain sounds persevere, mostly because of artists that keep them alive. Thanks to Crysis, old school metal is burning bright in their home city of Columbus, Ohio, and the brightest flames can be found within younger generations of metalheads.Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Nigel Glockler of Saxon Discusses the “Hell, Fire and Damnation” and Longevity In Heavy Metal
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with legendary Heavy Metal and Rock drummer Nigel Glockler of Saxon! Their new album “Hell, Fire and Damnation” is out now on Silver Lining! Nigel has a career that reaches beyond Metal and Saxon, and is a veteran of many bands, albums, and guest spots as a drummer and writer. We learned about the making of the new album, his approach to the studio, Brian Tatler (Diamond Head) joining the band, how he takes care of himself for touring, and more! Continue reading
PODCAST: Episode 419 – Christian from Necrofier on The Decibel Tour, Hells Heroes, Festival, Danzig, and More
Keefy hung out at Thee Stork Club in Oakland with Christian of Necrofier for an interview. Necrofier is on The Decibel Magazine Tour with Hulder, Worm, and Devil Master! Christian chatted about the tour, Necrofier’s 2023 album Burning Shadows in the Southern Night (Season of Mist), past touring with Danzig, booking Hell Heroes Fest, and much more!Continue reading