2024 marks ArcTanGent’s 10th anniversary. Taking place across five stages at Fernhill Farm near Bristol, the festival specialises in progressive, largely heavy music. It is metal-orientated, but the festival’s remit also extends to other styles including indie and electronic music. ATG 2024 sees over 130 bands and artists performing over three “main” days plus a warm-up day. Continue reading
Long-running Heavy Metal legends Queensrÿche recently released their excellent new album The Verdict on Century Media Records. We caught up with founding member Michael “Whip” Wilton at their sold-out show at Irving Plaza in New York City and talked about the new album, the loyalty of their fans, working with Chris “Zeuss” Harris, the bands’ approach to music videos, their tour plans for the rest of 2019, some key upcoming milestone album anniversaries in their career, and much more. Interview by Keefy and videography by Omar Cordy of OJC Photography. Continue reading
Ghost Cult’s crew was lucky to catch up with Anders Friden of In Flames at their label, Eleven Seven Music Group in New York City to discuss their new album, I, The Mask. We chatted about the making of the album, changes of their music over time, his opinion on fan criticism, production, social media, climate change, touring, beer, their second annual curated festival, Borgholm Brinner! Thanks to Anders for hanging out. Interview by Keefy and photos and videography by Omar Cordy of OJC Photography. Continue reading