PODCAST: Episode 48: Sebastian Thomson of Baroness Talks “Gold and Grey” Success


Ghost Cult was fortunate to chat with Sebastian Thomson of Baroness recently. Recognized as one of the greatest drummers in the word, the Brooklyn resident talked about the new album Gold & Grey (Abraxan Hymns), what success looks like for the band, the new writing dynamic in the band with guitarist Gina Gleason, insights into his other work with Publicist and even his old band Trans AM, drums and his drumming technique, and much more. The band kicks off their European tour, tonight, September 23rd with Volbeat, and Danko Jones.   Continue reading →


ALBUM REVIEW: Baroness – Gold & Grey


Baroness is back with a new album, and once again it is one of the centerpieces of the release schedule for this year. Still, a band that does things on their own terms, in a DIY punk rock way, but still creating heady music for music lovers by music lovers. Gold & Grey (Abraxan Hymns) is an album that arrives with a justified glow of hype, especially following Purple. The former album is actually the standard Ghost Cult uses in our grading system as “perfect”, in case you had been wondering about what kind of esteem we hold this band. Continue reading →


Baroness Shares Two Videos With New Guitarist Gina Gleason


Baroness announced last week that longtime guitar player, Pete Adams, amicably left the group, and introduced Gina Gleason as their new guitarist (more details). Today the band has shared two video of the new lineup in action, and they sound as good as ever. Continue reading →