If anyone knows what evil lurks in the heart of mankind, it is Erik Danielsson of Watain. He has been a student and a teacher to a legion of followers who have ravenously devoured his music, and words like a delicious meal. With their recent album The Wild Hunt (Century Media), Danielsson continues to defy expectations and innovate musically like few other bands in the genre after over fifteen years in existence. Erik chatted with Raymond Westland about the new album, Satanism, misconceptions about his beliefs, and many other topics.

The Wild Hunt should be seen as a stand alone release and not so much as a continuation from the previous works. Can you clarify this, please?Continue reading →