In this episode, we have a candid chat with Yosuke Konishi, the owner of Helios Press and Nuclear War Now Productions as he discusses the launch of his DIY underground metal label, and his journey of starting a vinyl record printing factory. Hear all about the intricacies of running an independent record label in the metal scene and more.Continue reading
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ALBUM REVIEW: Einstürzende Neubauten – Rampen
Throughout their 44-year career, Einstürzende Neubauten has upheld a commitment to making musical art, with little interest in vapid radio hits. They continue this tradition with Rampen (Mute Records). As one of the first industrial bands, it could be easily argued that the genre owes more to these guys than Throbbing Gristle. Continue reading
Listen to The First New Song in 13 Years By Thursday – “Application For Release From The Dream”
Post-Hardcore legends Thursday shared their first new song in thirteen years over the weekend. Of note, the band is currently doing everything DIY, no labels and definitely independent, even though most major labels would love to have them. “Application For Release From The Dream” is now on all streaming DSPs!Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Shybaby Is Ferocious and Romantic on the Debut Album “Is This Intimate”
Brooklyn-based DIY Punk Shybaby doesn’t shy away from screaming her heart out and expressing her unapologetic vulnerability on her debut album Is This Intimate. Released on March 1st, 2024, she admits this project was an attempt to say all the things she’s been longing to convey. Reminiscent of a modern-day Debbie Harry of Blondie, Shybaby infuses DIY punk with Ramones-esque bubblegum flavor to create a body of work that brings a brutal burst of color to the current punk scene.Continue reading
ALBUM REVIEW: Blackbraid – Blackbraid II
Flowing down from the Adirondack Mountains in New York, just as the rivers do, Blackbraid returns with the second chapter, Blackbraid II (self-released). Created by Sgah’gahsowáh, Blackbraid quickly took the black metal world by storm with his stunning self-titled just last year that mixed atmospheric black metal with indigenous American mythology and history.
EP REVIEW: Snayx – Weaponised Youth: Part 1
Weaponised Youth is the new self-released EP from Brighton-based two-piece Snayx, a band who are fully engaging the cheepy- chappie Electro-Pop-Rock sound that fits right in with the weekend vibe of their seaside hometown. The idea for Snayx was initially bubbling away in conversation between friends Charlie Herridge and Ollie Corner, when the opportunity arose for them to support local south-coast punks Kid Kapichi and the two decided they’d better get some songs together.
EP REVIEW: Dream State – Untethered
As of February 2022, the UK’s Dream State lingered in limbo after the announcement came that all music fans fear. Vocalist CJ Gilpin and guitarist Rhys Wilcox would be departing from the lineup. Both band members stepped down for personal/mental health reasons, but as for the last remaining founding member, Aled Evans decided to charge forward instead of closing the book for good.Continue reading
INTERVIEW: Franck Potvin of Bad Rescue on The “Singles Approach to Releases, and DIY Music
Ghost Cult caught up with Bad Rescue co-founder Franck Potvin earlier this year to discuss a new series of singles the band has been releasing in 2021, and 2022. The brainchild of brothers David and Franck Potvin (Lyzanxia, Phaze I, One-Way Mirror), the band has combined their influences to make captivating heavy music with stunning videos on a shoestring budget. Franck discussed the origin of the band, working with his brother, their many influences such as Metallica, Megadeth, Testament, thoughts on streaming music, recording in his personal studio, the importance of artwork, marketing, and much more!
INTERVIEW: Chuck Comeau of Simple Plan – The Ghost Cult Interview
We chatted with Punk Rock legend Chuck Comeau of Simple Plan – all about their recent album “Harder Than It Looks!” We chatted about the “Blame Canada” tour with Sum 41, going DIY by self-producing and releasing their own records, their history of collabs, making more mature records, major anniversaries, and much more!
PODCAST: Episode #175 Art Alexakis of Everclear: The Ghost Cult Interview
