Hailing from Denmark, Manticora are a fierce power metal entity with some great history and a great discography as well. They played Evening Star on August 31 and blew our minds. Since then, we’ve read vocalist Lars Larsen’s book, To Kill To Live To Kill, which is also the name of the band’s latest album. Just prior … More Interview: Lars Larsen (Manticora)
Mike Marlinski: I’ve got the guys from Mass Casualty (Josh Enright and Chris Gooch) and Nicholas Alan (Halothane) and we’re gonna be talking Buffalo Metal Fest 2018. Of all the bands on that bill, can you name a few you haven’t heard yet that you’re excited about? Nicholas Alan: That’s a hard question because I’m … More Shotgun Interview(s)!: Josh Enright, Chris Gooch (Mass Casualty), Nicholas Alan (Halothane)
According to Urban Dictionary: Shotgun Interview – Shortly after two people start dating, (or when you first meet a friends partner) family and friends can choose to conduct a ‘shotgun interview’ to make sure the new partner is a suitable choice. Normally conducted when in a rocking chair with a shotgun on your lap for maximum effect. Fortunately for Eric, I’m not … More SHOTGUN INTERVIEW!: Eric Budash (Diceros/The Metal)
Happy 4th of July, readers! “Shotgun Interview!” is back and our next victim on the chopping block is our pal Joe from Nuclear Winter. Joe started the band a few years back and currently, they’re a true thrash authority in our area; smashing the competition by performing the genre with the expertise of those in … More SHOTGUN INTERVIEW!: Joe Lamoureux (Nuclear Winter)
Photos by Meredith Snow* We’re chatting with Drew Celestino from The Long Cold Dark once again! It’s been 10 years since this band hit the scene and during that time, I’ve seen them at just about every Buffalo metal friendly venue that either used to be or is currently available. Drew, how does it feel … More Interview: 10 Years of The Long Cold Dark
Over the last year, Ancalagon have become my undisputed favorite band out of Western New York. They expertly and effortlessly play a perfect fusion of all my favorite black metal and melodic death metal elements. In addition, I had the honor of having them headline our webzine’s 3rd birthday bash last month. I know they … More Interview: Matthew Mitrovits (Ancalagon)
(Setting up Glenn for the interview…) Glenn: Band interviewed or individual in the music scene interviewed? Mike: Either. We can talk about you, Tines, both… Glenn: Sounds good. Mike: Sick. Let me switch to my laptop, if you’re good right now. Glenn: Sure. Mike: So, I don’t think I’ve worked with you on anything since … More Shotgun Interview: Glenn Szymanski (Tines)
