Category: Interviews

The Valley Video Interview

The Valley is an Italian alt-prog project exploring a distorted progressive genre based on unusual rhythms, where melody is always at the heart of the composition and is never diluted by instrumental overlays. The band’s songs are slightly shorter than most classics of the genre, offering a more incisive and direct prog style. The lineup consists of four members, all with diverse musical backgrounds but belonging to the same musical area of ​​Savona. They are certainly a musical melting pot, creating colorful and innovative music, aiming to bring a breath of fresh air to the alt-prog scene. In February 2025, the band joined the roster of “Volcano Records & Promotion”, bringing their music to the attention of national and international audiences, press, and radio. The band has released three singles so far: “The Valley” in 2023, “Hypnagogia,” “Eons,” and “Magpie’s Eylid” in 2025. The band is currently working on new music, collaborating with big names in the music industry, and is ready for a tour starting in Northern Italy. Our reporter Cristina had the opportunity to chat with the band and learn more about them and their music.

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Turmion Kätilöt Video Interview

Turmion Kätilöt is a no-holds-barred machine when it comes to music: ’90s disco beats, blaring metal, melodies, sing-along songs, and more—there are no rules. Their live shows have been praised as the most ferocious and insane chaos you’ll ever witness, bringing the twisted world of Turmion Kätilöt to life.
The band released their latest album, “Reset,” in 2024, followed by an extensive tour across Finland and Europe.
Our reporter Cristina had the chance to meet Saku ‘SHAG-U’ Solin before their show at Isomäki Rocks to learn more about their latest album, life on tour, and much more.

https://turmionkatilot.com

Stam1na Video Interview

Stam1na celebrated the first two decades of their career with the 2005-2006 Skargelin Karkelot tour, during which they performed exclusively songs from their debut album Kadonneet Klome Sanaa and Uudet Kymmenen Käskyä. For the occasion, our reporter Cristina had the opportunity to chat with bass player Kai-Pekka “Kaikka” Kangasmäki and look back at the band’s career, which began in 1996 and saw them explode onto the Finnish metal music scene in 2005.
What’s the secret to such a solid lineup? How has the songwriting process changed over the years? What advice would you give to new bands starting out today? These are just some of the questions you will find answers to in this video interview.

https://stam1na.com/

 

Leechcraft Video Interview

Leechcraft is the solo project of Finnish musician Savvier Nelson (Tommi Silvennoinen), emerging from his slam death metal shell; his music blends powerful influences such as Thall and even more distant echoes of bluegrass with his signature heavy sound, combining a range of both clean and harsh vocals. His second self-titled album was released last September to critical acclaim.
We had the opportunity to chat with Savvier and learn more about this project and his music.

https://linktr.ee/leechcraft

Aleksi Kii Video Interview

Starting a new musical chapter, guitarist and singer-songwriter Aleksi Kii released his album Varjokuvia on October 24th. The album reaches into the deeper side of Finnish rock, and combines rock influences from the 90s and early 2000s in a natural, fresh and unique way. The album is released by the artist’s own label Last Day of the North.
We had the opportunity to chat with Aleksi few days before the release and learn more about his new album, the music and lyrics.

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Kneel Before The Death Video Interview

Kneel Before The Death is a Finnish extreme metal band founded in 2013, and since their first single, they’ve been creating a storm in the harsh and unforgiving Finnish metal scene.
After a few years of silence, KBTD has returned with their self-titled debut album, released in the summer of 2025 by Ranka Kustannus.
We had the opportunity to chat with singer Markus Raito and drummer Konsta Vihavainen before their show at Meara Klubi in Pori, discussing their debut album, the band’s history, and much more.

https://linktr.ee/kbtdband

Ashen Sky Video Interview

Ashen Sky is a modern metal band from Helsinki, Finland. Their music blends elements of modern and traditional metal. Catchy riffs, powerful choruses, and devastating breakdowns, steeped in deathcore influences, blend with melodic and melancholic tones, creating a striking contrast that conveys aggression and deep emotion.
After a rebranding in early 2025 and the addition of new vocalist Olli Laaka, the band is entering a new chapter with a series of new releases throughout the year. These will culminate in the highly anticipated second album, scheduled for release in early 2026.
We had the opportunity to meet the band before their show in Pori and learn more about Ashen Sky and their music.

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Omnium Gatherum Video Interview

Omnium Gatherum will release their tenth album, “May The Bridges We Burn Light The Way,” on November 7th. The band, founded in 1996, also has a North American tour planned for November and December, a Finnish tour in January, and a European tour in February and March.
We had the opportunity to chat with frontman Jukka Pelkonen and learn more about the upcoming album, tours, and much more.

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Klamydia Video Interview

Klamydia is a Finnish punk rock band formed in 1988. Their often cited influences include bands like the Ramones, the Misfits, and Motörhead. The band has sold over 750,000 records over the years, many of which have gone gold and platinum. Klamydia is a very active touring band, having played over 2,000 concerts in their home country over the years. The band has also enjoyed success in Germany, where they’ve toured, and have also played concerts in Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and Austria.
Their latest album, “Mörkö Koneistossa,” was released last May and features more mature themes compared to their previous albums.
We had the opportunity to sit down and chat with front-man Vesku before their show at Porisepere and discuss the new album, gigs, and more.

http://klamydia.fi

 

Bloodred Hourglass Video Interview

Finnish metallers Bloodred Hourglass (BRHG) will release their seventh album “We Should Be Buried Like This” through Out of Line Music on October 3rd. This release marks the next chapter in their evolution, pushing their signature sound to new heights. This is the band’s most aggressive album and consists of songs from the end of time.
Hailing from Mikkeli, Finland, BRHG has grown from their thrash metal and groove metal roots to become a dominant force in modern melodic death metal. This six-piece band has refined their sound by fusing metalcore, alternative metal, and electronic elements, while maintaining their signature intensity. Their dynamic, high-energy songs resonate deeply with audiences, cementing their status in Finnish metal and beyond.
We caught up with Eero and Lauri Silvonen after their show at Porispere to learn more about their upcoming album, life on and off stage, and much more.

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