In this new episode, we chatted with the new Chicago-based extreme metal duo Wretched Blessing released their debut self-titled EP! Featuring members of Yautja, Immortal Bird, Coliseum, and other projects, the duo of Rae Amitay and Kayhan Vaziri are united by their love of all things, heavy, and complex, but also curious to step out of their comfort zones and challenge themselves. In this wide-ranging chat with Keefy about the formation of the group, the writing process, a track-by-track breakdown, the artwork, hot takes about Chicago living and much more!Continue reading
Category Archives: Interviews
PODCAST: Episode 486 – Steve Austin (Today Is The Day) on His “Marked Cards And Loaded Dice” Album
Steve Austin is a name synonymous with underground metal. Through his three-decade-plus career with Today Is The Day, as well as his countless production credits on albums both genre-defining and extremely heavy, such as Deadguy, Converge, Unsane, former Dead Kennedys vocalist Jello Biafra, and Lamb Of God, Steve continues to help evolve the sound of metal. But through it all, Steve is still evolving himself as an artist too, as evidenced by his new project inspired by Classic Outlaw Country! Steve dropped his first single so far gone and his upcoming full-length album, “Marked Cards And Loaded Dice” has been announced, with more details to follow. Reviews editor Tom Osman is back to interview this legend about this new direction, his first gig in the books, and the myriad of other projects in the works, soon to be revealed.Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Collective Soul’s Latest Masterpiece with Will Turpin on “Here to Eternity”
In this episode, returning guest Will Turpin, the talented bassist of Collective Soul, dives into the band’s latest album, “Here to Eternity.” In this in-depth conversation with Keefy, Will shares the creative journey behind the album, revealing the stories and inspirations that shaped its distinctive sound. As well as insights into Collective Soul’s enduring legacy and approach to creating timeless rock music.Continue reading
Watch Pro-Shot Video of Metallica Performing “Screaming Suicide” Live in Gothenburg, M72 Tour 2024 Kicks Off This Week
Metallica photo by Tim Saccenti with permission from PR
Metallica will kickoff year two of their M72 World Tour this Friday, May 24th in Munich Germany! The band continues to tour behind their 2023 album 72 Seasons (Blackened Recordings) deep cuts, and hits. The weekend events features two different shows, with no repeat set lists, activations and events, including their extended merch pop-up shops their M72 Takeover Weekend! Read our review of the kickoff night of the tour inb 2023 here, a review of the St. Louis weekend, and check out our EXCLUSIVE pop-up merch shop video. Continue reading
INTERVIEW: High on Fire on “Cometh the Storm” – Crafting Our Epic Album with Matt and Jeff
In this episode, Matt Pike and Jeff Matz of High On Fire share insights into the making of “Cometh the Storm” (MNRK Music, MNRK Heavy) discussing the album’s themes, influences, and the band’s signature sonic approach. Hear why this is a standout in their illustrious discography.Continue reading
PODCAST: Episode 482 – Ghost Cult Staff Spotlight – Reza Mills
Welcome to the first episode in a new series where we spotlight the staffers that bring you Ghost Cult’s killer content. Meet Reza Mills! In addition to writing for Ghost Cult, Reza writes for other sites, has his own radio show, and more! We discussed writing, music fandoms, record collecting, and much more! Continue reading
Dustin and David of Filth Discuss Their “Southern Hostility” Album, and The Church of Kenny Powers
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with guitarist David Gantt and vocalist Dustin Mitchell, of North Carolina’s Brutal Hardcore/Deathcore/Rap Metal band Filth! We discussed their new album Southern Hostility! The guys chatted about their new album, how the band formed as a side project from another band, filming their new music video for the track “Martyr” at Ground Zero Club in Spartanburg South Carolina, opening for bands like Hatebreed, Terror, Lorna Shore, The Acacia Strain, Slaughter to Prevail, Brand of Sacrifice, Kingdom of Giants, and Chelsea Grin, why Kenny Powers is a great ambassador for the south, Sheetz versus Buc-ee’s, and more!
PODCAST: Episode 487 – Greek Heavy Metal Sensation Andry On Her New Album “Skies” and Rock For Ronnie
Ghost Cult Keefy caught up with Greek Heavy Metal singer Andry for an interview to discuss her upcoming appearances at Ultimate Jam Night, and Rock For Ronnie 2024, and her new album “Skies,” out now! The former runner-up on Greece’s The Voice talked about her career, being a DIY artist, a break down of her new album, and more! Continue reading
PODCAST: Serena Cherry of Svalbard Discusses Her Influences, and Uplifting Other Women in Metal
Ghost Cult’s Tom Osman interviews returning guest Serena Cherry of Svalbard! Their excellent album “The Weight of the Mask” was released last year via Nuclear Blast Records! Serena discussed her origin story as a musician, how much she loved Spice Girls, her pre-Svalbard music releases, Her reverence for Arch Enemy (with Angela Gossow) + Kittie + Doro and the many UK women metallers, metal health issues and metal music enjoyment, gaming and working in the Gaming industry, touring with Enslaved and more!Continue reading
PODCAST: Dr. Monique Williams and Cobe Williams of Cure Violence Global Share Their Mission
In the last of our Riot Fest 2023 content, Keefy caught up with Dr. Monique Williams and Cobe Williams of Cure Violence! Amidst the Rock and revelry of the festival CVG’s mission is so very needed to be heard in cites like Chicago, New York, and elsewhere with strategies to help rise above over cycles of unending violence. We were honored to spend some time with these paradigm shifters and game-changers of culture. Continue reading