Anette Olzon is due to release her debut solo album, Shine next month. Ahead of the release I spoke to her to talk about the album, whether or not she has any touring plans, and of course I asked her some questions relating to her time with Nightwish. Read on …
Read More »Butcher Babies interview – February 2014
“Metal is the kind of music that was made for everybody, every outcast, every misfit, everybody who didnt have friends….I think it’s silly that people who like this kind of music then become judgemental of people” I spoke to Carla and Heidi, the two singers for Butcher Babies backstage shortly …
Read More »Guy Griffin, The Quireboys – Interview, 8th February 2014
I was expecting to interview Spike but on the day it didn’t happen, probably due to some misunderstanding on my part as I am, after all, a blonde! Guy Griffin was in the bar, after the gig, so I asked if he would be prepared to answer a few questions …
Read More »Battlecross interview, February 2014
Detroit thrash metal band Battlecross have been on tour in the UK with Trivium, Killswitch Engage and Miss May I. I spoke to their guitarist Hiran Deraniyagala to talk about their album, their tour plans and the summer festivals they are due to play. Listen to what he had to …
Read More »Dave Evans – Interview February 2014
Ahead of the forthcoming release of his new EP Nothing to Prove, Dave Evans, AC/DC’s original singer and co-founder took the time to answer a few questions from Louise at PlanetMosh. I want to ask mainly about you and your music but I have to mention AC/DC. You were there …
Read More »Interview with Heart singer Ann Wilson
I spoke to Ann Wilson of Heart earlier this week to talk about their new CD/DVD, “Fanatic live from Caesars Colosseum” which is due for release on 24th February. Planetmosh: Your new album, Fanatic Live from Caesars Colosseum is due for release at the end of February. First of …
Read More »Alexander Krull, Atrocity interview
I spoke to Alexander Krull, lead singer of Atrocity and member of Leaves Eyes just after the bands had completed sound checking before their gig at the Basement in Rock City, Nottingham. Listen to what he had to say about touring, the current album, and more….
Read More »Iced Earth Interview
I spoke to Iced Earth singer Stu Block backstage at Islington Academy just before the band played the London date of their Worldwide Plagues tour and asked him about their current album, the writing process in the band, touring and the sound problems they’d suffered from at the Birmingham gig. …
Read More »No Sinner interview
I spoke to Colleen Rennison and the guys from No Sinner the morning after they played their debut UK gig at the Black Heart in Camden. The band were extremely tired thanks to jet-lag but still found the time to talk to Planetmosh. How and when did the band first …
Read More »Madness Of The Night, interviewed
Having had the pleasure of reviewing the duo’s debut album, “The Asgarda” a short time ago, I decided to try and get a better idea of what makes the band tick. If you read just one interview this month, make it this one, we all bemoan the music industry and …
Read More »The Healthy Junkies – Interview – January 2014
ating healthy, wholesome foods is crucial for your health. Choosing foods and beverages that provide sustainable energy (no crashes!) and nutrients fuels a healthy body, including improving oral health. You can improve your physical and oral health by knowing what kinds of healthy foods to eat, what foods to avoid, …
Read More »Dirt Box Disco – Spunk Volcano & Weab.I.Am, Interview – 22nd December 2013
Louella Deville from PlanetMosh caught up with Weab.I.Am and Spunk Volcano from Dirt Box Disco, for a quick chat after their ‘sold out’ show in Manchester on 22nd December. Being interviewed by a woman dressed as Puss in Boots is all in a days work for Dirt Box Disco! Here’s …
Read More »The Senton Bombs – Joey Class and Scott Mason – Interview 22nd December 2013
Louella Deville from PlanetMosh chats to Joey Class and Scott Mason from The Senton Bombs about their latest album and what’s in store for fans in 2014. Here’s what they had to say: – PlanetMosh recently reviewed your album Chapter Zero and it got upgraded to five stars when we …
Read More »Adam Thistlethwaite – Massive Wagons – Interview 12 December 2013
I caught up with Adam Thistlethwaite, guitar player in Massive Wagons to ask how the band had found 2013, including Hard Rock Hell, and to find out what’s in store for fans in 2014 I’ve seen you guys many times but I don’t actually know when you formed so I …
Read More »Kevin Starrs – Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats – 12/12/2013
A brief interview with Kevin Starrs (aka Uncle Acid) vocalist and guitar player from Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats ahead of their show at Belfast’s Odyssey Arena supporting Black Sabbath. Upcoming Tour Dates: 13/12/13 – Dublin, Ireland – Academy 2 14/12/13 – Sheffield, UK …
Read More »Sebastian Tvedtnæs, NiteRain – Interview December 2013
NiteRain a promising Glam/Sleaze band from Oslo, Norway released their début album NiteRain last month. The idea for the band came from singer Sebastian (Baz) Tvedtnæs back in 2006 and he joined forces with a classmate. However the band really started out in 2010 when Frank and Morten joined with …
Read More »I.C.O.N. audio interview, Colwyn Bay 23/11/13
Planetmosh took a road trip up the A55 to Colwyn Bay to meet up with the boys from I.C.O.N. where they were playing (finally) the last gig of the tour promoting debut album ’New Born Lie’, a tour which has seen them play the length and breadth of the …
Read More »Amon Amarth interview – November 2013
I spoke to Fredrik, drummer with Amon Amarth before their gig in Birmingham on the Defenders of the Faith tour. Planetmosh: Your latest album, Deceiver of the gods was released in the summer. How do you think the album sounds compared to the previous ones? Fredrik: I think it’s a …
Read More »36 Crazyfists interview
I spoke with Brock Lindow, singer with Alaskan band 36 Crazyfists to talk about the band, their tour and their next album. Hear what he had to say with the player below….
Read More »Kobra and the Lotus: Interview with Kobra Paige and Jasio Kulakowski, 5th November 2013
I managed to have a short interview/chat with Kobra Paige and Jasio Kulakowski shortly before their gig at Alter Ego, Manchester on the 5th November 2013. Here’s what they had to say: – Hello I’m Louise (AKA LouellaDeville) from Planetmosh. Thank you for taking the time to speak to us. …
Read More »Gloryhammer interview, October 2013
I spoke to Christopher Bowes and James Cartwright from Power metal band Gloryhammer at the end of their first UK tour to talk about how Chris formed the band, the writing of the album, the forthcomign Alestorm DVD, why Alestorm decided to do a cover of “In the navy” and …
Read More »Liv Kristine, Leaves Eyes interview, October 2013
I recently spoke to Liv Kristine, Lead singer with Leaves Eyes to talk about the band’s forthcoming album, Symphonies of the night, and their UK and European tour with Atrocity planned for early next year.. Listen to what she had to say using the player below..
Read More »Michael Schenker interview, November 2013
I spoke to German guitar legend Michael Schenker ahead of the release of the new album from his Michael Schenker’s Temple of Rock project – Bridge the Gap, due for release in the UK on the 2nd of December. Your new album, Bridge the gap is due for release in …
Read More »Mental Circus – audio interview with Sanne at Metal Female Voices Festival
Although Mental Circus were not playing at this years event, a lot of people were really excited about this bands potential. Bearing that in mind, we thought we would have a chat with Sanne Marico and find out about their plans for next year, current release, influences and lots …
Read More »Crimfall – audio interview at Metal Female Voices Festival
I had a great chat with Helena and Mikko of Crimfall at this years Metal Female Voices Festival. Many of you will know by now that Helena and the band parted company just a few days after this interview, I tried to hear if anything in the interview gave …
Read More »Imperia – audio interview at Metal Female Voices Festival
I had a quick chat with the band at this years Metal Female Voices Festival in Belgium, talking about the current digital release album, future touring plans and lots more. https://www.facebook.com/imperiaband
Read More »Serenity – audio interview with Clementine at Metal Female Voices Festival
I had the pleasure of chatting to Clementine not long after Serenity played their excellent set at this years Metal Female Voices Festival. We talk about the band, her influences, future plans and much more. https://www.facebook.com/serenityaustria
Read More »ReVamp- audio interview at Metal Female Voices Festival
I had a brief chat with two of the guys from ReVamp just prior to their set at this years Metal Female Voices Festival in Belgium. We talk about the set, touring and the bands plans. https://www.facebook.com/ReVamp http://revampmusic.com/
Read More »The Howling – Interview with Blacky and The Rev, 18th October 2013
Having seen The Howling supporting Buckcherry last year I made sure I saw them at Download was pleased that they were added as support on the Volbeat, Outlaw Gentlemen and Shady Ladies tour. I caught up with Blacky and The Rev after the gig for a short interview: – …
Read More »Leaves Eyes – audio interview with Alex at Metal Female Voices Festival
I met up with Alexander Krull, backstage at this years Metal Female Voices Festival in Belgium. One of the nicest and most professional people you could wish to meet on the music circuit, it was great to get an insight into how he balances the work of Leaves Eyes and …
Read More »Kontrust – audio interview at Metal Female Voices Festival
I had a chat with the guys from Kontrust a short while after their set at this years Metal Female Voices Festival. In many ways they were a band who divided a lot of opinion amongst the crowd, a good percentage (myself included) liked them but a percentage also didn’t, …
Read More »Hell City – Audio Interview At Metal Female Voices Festival
One of my favourite bands of the weekend were Hell City, who, despite playing early in the day, put on an excellent set. I went backstage to chat to the band about the album, the new single, touring and loads more besides. You even get to hear …
Read More »Anneke Van Giersbergen, audio interview at Metal Female Voices Festival
I got the chance to speak with Anneke a few hours before her excellent set at this years Metal Female Voices Festival in Belgium. We chatted about the show, touring, her latest album “Drive” and also who she would like to work with in the future. https://www.facebook.com/annekevangiersbergenofficial http://www.annekevangiersbergen.com/ Anneke …
Read More »Delain, Audio Interview With Charlotte Wessels at Metal Female Voices Festival
I spoke to Charlotte a few hours before Delain took to the stage at this years Metal Female Voices Festival in Wieze, Belgium.We talk about the set, the Sophie Lancaster Foundation, touring and writing and much more besides. Audio Interview With Charlotte Wessels http://planetmosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/DS500089.mp3 http://www.delain.nl/ https://www.facebook.com/delainmusic http://www.metalfemalevoicesfest.be/ Photo courtesy …
Read More »Buffalo Summer Interview – 23/10/13
Buffalo Summer have just embarked on a UK tour with Kadavar and I caught up with singer Andrew Hunt and bassist Darren King at the start of the tour to chat about the songs they like playing live, musical influences, the Welsh music scene, Download festival and much more. …
Read More »Lacuna Coil,Audio Interview with Cristina Scabbia at Metal Female Voices Fest
Despite fronting an internationally renowned Rock band, Cristina still has her feet firmly on the floor. We talked about the set at this years Metal Female Voices Festival, the forthcoming Lacuna album, the touring schedule and much much more. She even offered me some …
Read More »Reckless Love Interview with Olli Herman 10/10/13
Just before the final night of their UK tour in support of latest album ‘Spirit’ I caught up with Reckless Love’s Olli Herman to talk about his dad, the bands love of women, eating pussy and their next video.
Read More »Darkest Era interview
I spoke to both Darkest Era guitarists shortly before they played The Garage in London as part of their UK tour supporting Gloryhammer.
Read More »Battle Beast interview
I spoke to Finnish metal band Battle Beast shortly before they played their first ever UK gig at the Underworld in Camden as part of their European tour with Powerwolf. Hear what they had to say with the player below..
Read More »Joey Tempest, Europe interview – October 2013
I spoke to Europe singer Joey Tempest ahead of the release next week of the band’s new live DVD release – Live at Sweden Rock: 30th Anniversary show. Planetmosh: In June you headlined Sweden Rock festival in front of 30,000 fans. That performance is now being released on CD and …
Read More »Velvet Star / Deadaudiosaints – Interview with Danny & Corey Jones – 27th September 2013
I took the last possible opportunity to ask brothers Danny and Corey Jones, from Velvet Star, a few questions about why they had decided to call it a day with Velvet Star and continue in their new venture, Deadaudiosaints. You two founded Velvet Star back in 2007? Danny: Yeah, it’s …
Read More »Debauchery – Interview with Thomas Gurrath
With their new album ” Kings Of Carnage” sitting rather nicely in the German album chart, we decided to brave the blood soaked, gorefest that is Debauchery the band and dig deeper to find out exactly what makes frontman Thomas tick. Firstly, welcome to Planetmosh and thanks for …
Read More »Sulo Karlsson, The Crunch interview
The Crunch release their debut album ‘Busy making noise’ at the end of October. We spoke to band member Sulo Karlsson to ask about the band and their album.. OK for anyone unfamiliar with The Crunch could you give us a quick overview of who the band is? It’s me, …
Read More »Floor Jansen (Revamp & Nightwish) interview
I spoke on the phone with Floor Jansen, founder and lead singer of Revamp, and currently the singer with Nightwish (although it’s yet to be seen if she becomes their permanent new singer). We talked about the new Revamp album (Wild Card) which has just been released, the band’s upcoming …
Read More »Lamb of God interview
On the Saturday at Bloodstock, we were lucky enough to get an interview with Mark Morton, guitarist with Lamb of God. Unfortunately the band’s other commitments plus the fact things were running late meant that the interview was kept very short. Lamb of god interview
Read More »The Bastard Sons interview at B.O.A.
We talked to the band about their set at this years Bloodstock festival as well as the current E.P. ‘Bones’ and their future plans. The Bastard Sons interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/thebastardsonsuk
Read More »Evil Scarecrow interview at B.O.A.
I had been warned beforehand that an interview with Evil Scarecrow was an experience to say the least, aside from asking questions my main focus was trying to avoid my dictaphone being eaten. However we did manage to get some insight into the bands …
Read More »Fury interview at B.O.A.
We managed to grab a chat with the excellent Fury following their set at this years Bloodstock festival and what a great bunch of guys they were as well. Fury interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/furyofficial
Read More »Oceanis interview at B.O.A.
We caught up with Liverpool 5 piece Oceanis to talk about their Bloodstock set, future plans and life in general. Oceanis interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/oceanisuk?fref=ts
Read More »Operation Error interview at B.O.A.
We caught up with the band following their highly successful set at this years Bloodstock festival to talk about the bands plans and everything else. Operation Error interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/operationerror
Read More »Darrin South of Sacred Mother Tongue interview at B.O.A.
Fresh from the main stage, we chat to Darrin about Bloodstock and the bands future plans. Darrin South of Sacred Mother Tongue interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/SacredMotherTongue
Read More »States Of Panic interview at B.O.A.
Fresh from their excellent set at this years Bloodstock festival we talk to the band about everything they have planned for the future and of course about their set. States Of Panic interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/STATESOFPANIC
Read More »Zach Householder of Whitechapel interview at B.O.A.
Following the storming main stage set at this years Bloodstock festival we chatted to Zach about the performance, the upcoming tour with GWAR and much more besides. Zach Householder of Whitechapel interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/whitechapelmetal
Read More »One For Sorrow interview at B.O.A.
Getting to play Bloodstock via the Metal 2 The Masses competition meant the band were really pumped up for their set at this years festival, they talk about the road to Bloodstock and the future plans for the band. One For Sorrow interview at B.O.A. …
Read More »Jan Rechberger of Amorphis interview at B.O.A.
We talked to drummer Jan just prior to the bands highly anticipated set at this years Bloodstock festival. Jan Rechberger of Amorphis interview at B.O.A. http://shop.amorphis.net/
Read More »Mael Mordha interview at B.O.A.
No strangers to the festival having played at the old (and sadly missed) indoor event, Mael Mordha return to share their folk/doom laden Metal with the Bloodstock crowd, we caught up with the band to chat about history, the future plans and the music scene …
Read More »Beholder interview at B.O.A.
When you mention the name Bloodstock Festival, then I guess there is one band that springs to mind more than any other. I’m talking of course about Beholder. We talk to the band and in particular Simon Hall about the festival, …
Read More »Ten Cent Toy interview at B.O.A.
Flying the flag for South Wales at this years Bloodstock festival Saturday were Ten Cent Toy, we talked about their views on the festival, future plans, influences and more. Ten Cent Toy interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/tencenttoy
Read More »Mask Of Judas interview at B.O.A.
Fresh from their excellent performance at this years Bloodstock festival, we talk to the band about all their future plans, influences and much more besides. Mask Of Judas interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/maskofjudas
Read More »Shane Clark of 3 Inches Of Blood interview at B.O.A.
We managed to catch up with Shane Clark of 3 Inches Of Blood following their excellent main stage slot at this years Bloodstock festival. Besides the set, we talk about the current album, musical influences, future plans, etc. Shane Clark of 3 Inches Of Blood https://www.facebook.com/threeinchesofblood …
Read More »Balls Deep interview at B.O.A.
We grabbed the Stoke based band by the you know what’s to talk about their really well received set at this years festival and to talk about future plans, the music scene in general and much more. Balls Deep at Bloodstock https://www.facebook.com/ballsdeepmetal …
Read More »Maurizio Iacono of Kataklysm interview at B.O.A.
Fresh from their storming main stage set, we talk to Maurizio about the forthcoming album and video, touring and lots more besides. Maurizio of Kataklysm, interview at B.O.A. http://www.kataklysm.swizcorp.com https://www.facebook.com/kataklysm
Read More »Mario Duplantier of Gojira, interview at B.O.A.
Perhaps the most anticipated set at this years Bloodstock festival was that of Gojira. Now firmly established as one of Metals most gifted and technical bands, this was a set that very nearly did not happen! We managed a quick five minute …
Read More »Cypher16 interview at B.O.A.
We grabbed the guys from Cypher16 backstage at this years Bloodstock Festival and talked about the pros and cons of touring India, releasing an E.P. through Metal Hammer, future plans, etc. Cypher16 interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/Cypher16
Read More »Prosperina interview at B.O.A.
I caught up with fellow Welsh countrymen Prosperina, who are a band very much on the rise. We talk about the current album, the South Wales music scene, future plans and we even throw in a bit of Welsh for you as well. Prosperina interview …
Read More »Maurizio Iacono of Ex Deo interviewed at B.O.A.
I had the genuine pleasure of talking to one of my all time heroes in Maurizio, not only for the amazing music he creates with both Ex Deo and of course Kataklysm but also for the fact that he is one of the most intelligent and nicest guys you could …
Read More »Skiltron interview at B.O.A.
We caught up with a band causing a big stir on the Euro scene, Skiltron. We talk about the summer touring, future plans, the upcoming show in Scotland,etc. Skiltron interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/skiltron
Read More »Cruel Humanity interview at B.O.A.
We caught up with the guys from Derby based Cruel Humanity to talk about getting to play Bloodstock via the Metal 2 The Masses competition, their future plans, etc. Cruel Humanity interview at B.O.A. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cruel-Humanity/111799998869534
Read More »Incassum interview at B.O.A.
Planetmosh caught up with the guys from Manchester’s finest Incassum at this years Bloodstock Festival to talk about their set, future plans, etc. Incassum interview at B.O.A 2013 https://www.facebook.com/incassum.manchester
Read More »Ricky Warwick interview – July 2013
Ricky Warwick recently played the Underworld in Camden as part of his Unplugged and Dangerous solo tour. I spoke to him backstage shortly before the gig started to talk to him about the tour, Black Star Riders, and the forthcoming re-releases of the early albums by The Almighty. You can …
Read More »Anvil interview, Cathouse, Glasgow 28th July 2013
Prior to Anvils show at the Glasgow Cathouse i was given the chance to interview Robb Reiner and Lips to talk about their new album Hope In Hell and their current tour as well as other topics. AnvilGlasJuly2013 . …
Read More »Tarja Turunen interview
I recently spoke to former Nightwish vocalist Tarja Turunen during her very brief trip to London to promote her forthcoming album – Colours in the dark. We discussed the writing process for the album, the choice of ‘Victims of ritual’ as the first single, her touring plans both with her …
Read More »Hornet Interview
Hornet recently played the Borderline in London to launch their debut album – Skies are falling. I sat down with the band at the start of the night to talk to them about the band and their new album. Use the player below to listen to what the band had …
Read More »Autopsy interview with Chris Reifert – July 2013
I recently had the opportunity to ask Chris Reifert,frontman and drummer with Autopsy a few questions about the band and their new album The Headless Ritual. Throughout your career you have remained with Peaceville Records. I assume they are happy with you and vice versa. Yeah, 25 years later here …
Read More »Clutch interview
Shortly before their gig at the Forum in Kentish Town, I spoke with Clutch bassist Dan Maines to talk about their album, their tour and more. Listen to what he had to say using the player below. Clutch interview
Read More »Charlotte Wessels, Delain interview – 11th May 2013
On 11th May, Delain headlined the Dames of Darkness festival at the Robin 2 in Bilston, Wolverhampton. I took a short break from enjoying the bands to go upstairs and talk to Delain singer, the lovely Charlotte Wessels about the bands new album, Interlude, their guest star at this years …
Read More »Udo Dirkschneider interview
I recently met up with German heavy metal legend, former singer of Accept, Udo Dirkschneider to talk about the latest release from his band U.D.O. – Steelhammer. Udo doesn’t hold back on the subject of Accept. Udo interview
Read More »Jettblack interview
I recently spoke to Will and Matt from Jettblack, just before their gig in Nottingham with Crashdiet. Listen to what they had to say about the tour, their forthcoming EP, and each others worst habits on tour.. Jettblack interview – April 2013
Read More »Karnya – Interview with Dario Di Pasquale.
Following Planetmosh’s review of Karnya’s stunning album ‘Coverin’ Thoughts’, we decided to grab keyboard maestro Dario and ask him about the bands beginnings, the album and their future plans. The album is without doubt one of my personal highlights so far of 2013 and well worth checking out if you …
Read More »Summers interview
I spoke to Crash Summers and Joedy Rose from British band Summers at the HRH AOR festival in Rotherham where they opened the proceedings on stage 2 on the Sunday. Listen to what they had to say using the player below. Summers interview http://www.officialsummers.com/
Read More »Von Hertzen Brothers interview
I spoke to Mikko Von Hertzen, from Prog band Von Hertzen Brothers to talk about their latest album, Nine Lives, their tour, and more, shortly before they went on stage at the HRH Prog festival in Rotherham. You can listen to what he had to say using the player below. …
Read More »Curved Air interview
I spoke to Sonja Kristina, singer of veteran Prog band Curved Air at the HRH Prog festival in Rotherham shortly before they played in a freezing cold venue, and talked about their upcoming shows, their next album, and more. You can listen to what she had to say using the …
Read More »Crazy World of Arthur Brown interview
I spoke to the legendary Arthur Brown at the HRH Prog festival where he had performed with his band Crazy World of Arthur Brown to talk to him about his career, his biggest hit (Fire), and his use of flames on stage. Understandably given the freezing temperatures in the venue …
Read More »Romeos Daughter interview
I spoke to Romeo’s Daughter at the HRH AOR festival in Rotherham to talk about their career so far, their comeback over the last few years, and their next album. You can listen to what they had to say using the player below. …
Read More »Barbe-q-barbies Interview
I spoke to the Barbe-Q-Barbies at the HRH AOR festival in Rotherham to talk about their latest album, live shows and more. Barbe-q-barbies Interview
Read More »Scott Gorham, Black Star Riders interview – London, 4th April 2013
I spoke to Scott Gorham, long-term member of Thin Lizzy, and now Black Star Riders, to talk about why they decided to change their name to record a new album, to talk about the album itself, tour plans and more. Black star riders interview …
Read More »Amaranthe interview, April 2013
I spoke to Olof Morck and Elize Ryd who had flown over to the UK on their day off from touring supporting Stratovarius. We talked about their new album, The Nexus, touring, Elize’s performance as stand in vocalist for Nightwish, and more. http://planetmosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Amaranthe-interview.mp3 …
Read More »Visions of Atlantis interview, 25th March 2013
I spoke to Martin Harb, keyboard player and main songwriter for Visions of Atlantis shortly before they played at the Boston music rooms in London with Serenity and Souldrinker to talk about their brand new album, Ethera which had been released on Napalm records that day, their upcoming appearance at …
Read More »Serenity interview – 25th March 2013
I spoke to Clémentine Delauney, singer with Serenity shortly before the band performed on stage at the Boston music rooms in London to talk about their new album, War of Ages, which had been released on Napalm records that morning. Serenity Interview with Ant May of Planetmosh
Read More »Escape the fate interview, 27th March 2013
Earlier this week I spoke to a very tired Craig Mabbitt, lead singer with Escape the fate to talk about the new album and their upcoming tour dates and festival appearances. Escape the fate interview
Read More »Mia Klose interview
I spoke to Mia Klose recently and asked her a few questions about her music and upcoming shows including Hard Rock Hell AOR, NLC/RACPA festival and Sweden Rocks Festival. First of all, for anyone who hasnt listened to you before, how would you describe your music? It’s 80s inspired classic …
Read More »Seven Deadly – Interview with H Virdee, Rob Hicks and Archie Wilson
As their first full UK tour supporting Breed 77 drew to a close, we took the opportunity to speak to imembers of Seven Deadly, managing to catch up with guitarist H Virdee (first speaker) and drummer Rob Hicks, both formerly of Panic Cell, before we were also joined by singer …
Read More »Breed 77 – Interview with Pedro Capparos López
As they hit their adopted home town on their headline tour, we caught up with Breed 77’s guitarist Pedro Capparos López on their tour bus, ahead of the show and the relaease of thier new album ‘The Evil Inside’ to talk about everything from using Pledge Music to dirty finger …
Read More »Voodoo Vegas interview
We asked British Rockers Voodoo Vegas some questions about the band and their new album…. For anyone who isn’t familiar with Voodoo Vegas, can you tell us a bit about the band? We’ve got Nick and the lovely Meryl on guitar, Ash on bass and Matt on drums. I do …
Read More »Sister interview, 9th March 2013
Swedish rock band Sister have been supporting Wednesday 13 on his current UK tour. I spoke to the band just after they finished sound checking before their gig at Rock City in Nottingham. Listen to what they had to say about touring and their planned second album, using the player …
Read More »In this moment interview – 11th March 2013
I spoke to Chris, guitarist with In this moment in the band’s dressing room at Nottingham’s Rock City to talk about their latest album, tours, their live show and more. Listen to what he had to say using the player below.
Read More »Halestorm interview – 11th March 2013
I spoke to Halestorm drummer, Arejay Hale at Rock City in Nottingham a couple of hours before their sold-out headline show. Listen to what he had to say about their live shows, touring, their forthcoming second covers EP and more.
Read More »Wednesday 13 interview – 9th March 2013
I was lucky enough to get to speak to Wednesday 13 a couple of hours before he went on stage at Nottingham’s Rock City. Click the player below to listen to what he had to say about his music, plans to make a movie, and much more..
Read More »METAL FEMALE VOICES FEST – Interview with co-founder Val.
With the eleventh edition looming and bands being announced as we speak, we decided to grab festival co-founder Val, to ask her about the festivals origins and how it has now developed into quite a unique event in the Metal calender. . First of all, many thanks …
Read More »4Bitten interview, March 2013
I spoke to Fofi, lead singer of Greek band 4Bitten shortly before they played the HMV Forum in London as part of their European tour supporting rock legends UFO. Listen to what she had to say about their live dates, the Greek music scene and more..
Read More »Mortillery interview, March 2013
Canadian thrashers Mortillery recently released their second album – Origin of Extinction on Napalm records. We took the opportunity to ask them a few questions… OK first of all, for the benefit of anyone who isn’t familiar with Mortillery, can you tell us a little bit about the band? …
Read More »Nightfall interview with Efthimis Karadimas – February 2013
I recently emailed Efthimis Karaimas,founder member of Nightfall to discuss the band and their latest studio album Cassiopeia. Can you introduce Nightfall to the readers, please? Hello Dennis and thanks for your time mate. Nightfall is an artistic vehicle running for about 22 years now, or 8,000 days …
Read More »Hatriot interview – February 2013
I recently had the opportunity to email interview Nick,Cody and Kosta from the thrash metal band Hatriot fronted by Steve Souza,ex vocalist from Testament and Exodus. For a debut album Hatriot sound very tight. Are you pleased with how the album turned out? Thank you very much. We are very …
Read More »ADORNED BROOD – Markus Frost Interviewed for Planetmosh.
Following the release of their incredibly good album ‘Kuningaz’, Planetmosh caught up with founder member Markus Frost for a lowdown on the bands lengthy history, the new album, touring plans (including the U.K.) and a host of other topics. Thanks for joining us here at Planetmosh. I’d like …
Read More »David Coverdale, Whitesnake interview
It’s a busy time for David Coverdale and the rest of Whitesnake right now. They have a new live album coming out in April, and a UK tour with Journey and Thunder in May. Whitesnake founder and frontman David Coverdale kindly took some time to answer some questions for Planetmosh …
Read More »DIRT – Interview with Sven Zaklikowski.
On the back of the release of their excellent album ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Accident’, we caught up with founding member and vocalist Sven to get the low down and dirt(y) on what makes the band tick. Thanks for joining us here at Planetmosh for a chat. I’m going to begin …
Read More »ENVINYA – Interview with Enrico Jung.
Hot on the heels of the release of their very impressive debut album, Planetmosh tracked down drummer Enrico Jung to get the lowdown on all things past, present and future regarding Envinya. Welcome to Planetmosh and thanks for giving us some of your time. Let’s go back to the …
Read More »Incassum interview, February 2013
I spoke to Manchester band Incassum outside the Asylum 2 venue in Birmingham where they were playing alongside Rocksector label mates Hanging Doll and Triaxis, and had put in a great performance on stage. We talked about what band they’d describe themselves as being similar to (Abba apparently), tour dates, …
Read More »REBELLION interviewed for Planetmosh.
We caught up with the legend that is Tomi Gottlich, to talk about all things Rebellion related and Tomi’s desire for a Ferrari! Firstly, many thanks for taking time out to talk to us here at Planetmosh. If I can begin by saying that the bands has certainly had …
Read More »Stratovarius interview, January 2013.
I recently spoke to Timo Kotipelto and Jens Johansson from Stratovarius to talk about their new EP and their forthcoming album and their touring plans.
Read More »Interview with Sebastian “Zeb” Nilsson in Belfast 20th January 2013
Ahead of their debut show in Belfast, I had caught up with with founding member Zeb (lead guitar) from Aeon. We discussed where Death Metal is now positioned compared to when the band formed, inspirations, writing processes and influences amongst other things. A fierce band that are sure to keep …
Read More »Interview with Blacky from Voivod
I caught up with Blacky from Voivod via skype for a chat about the new album, industry changes, bass gear amongst other things and for those that like to be in the know there is a “you heard it here first folks” moment. I guess you will have to listen …
Read More »ASYLUM PYRE interviewed for Planetmosh.
Following the release of the excellent ‘Fifty Years Later’ album, Planetmosh caught up with the rising stars of French Symphonic Metal, Asylum Pyre and spoke to guitarist and co vocalist Johann Cadot about the bands history, how the current album came about and the bands future plans. Firstly, take …
Read More »LED ASTRAY interviewed for Planetmosh.
On the back of the release of the album ‘Decades Of Addiction’ we caught up with the Eastern German Death Metal band Led Astray to find out a little bit more about what makes them tick ,the album ,future plans, etc. Thanks for taking the time to talk to us …
Read More »SARATAN interview, the Polish Metalers speak to Planetmosh.
On the back of the release of their stunning album ‘Martya Xwar’, Planetmosh caught up with Jarek Niemiec, vocalist and bass player and Robert Zembrzycki, the bands live guitarist to talk about the bands history, the Polish Metal scene, touring and loads more. Firstly, thanks for taking time to …
Read More »EPICA interview with Issac Delahaye, Manchester Ritz 16/12/12.
Planetmosh had the pleasure of talking to Epica guitarist Issac Delahaye deep in the bowels of the HMV Ritz in Manchester just before the band took to the stage as part of their U.K. tour. Aside from the current tour we talked about the Metal Female Voices Fest in Belgium, …
Read More »Danish Death Metal heroes ILLDISPOSED talk to Planetmosh.
We grabbed a chat with the most excellent Illdisposed to talk about their current album, the state of the music industry in these troubled economic times, and the bands future plans. Firstly, many thanks for taking time to talk to us. Illdisposed can trace their roots back way back to …
Read More »Andi Derris, Helloween interview, London, November 2012
I recently spoke to Andi Derris, singer with German power metal band Helloween to talk about their new album, “Straight out of hell”, which is due for release in January, and also about their tour plans including who they tried to get to join them on their tour with Gamma …
Read More »SCORNAGE – An interview with the German Thrash Metalers.
Planetmosh caught up with vocalist Guido Grawe of German Thrash Metal bad boys Scornage to talk about the bands history, current album ‘ReFEARance’ and much more. Welcome to Planetmosh guys. Firstly, let’s go all the way back to the beginning of the bands history, how did it all start? …
Read More »I SPIT ASHES – An interview with the German Metalcore giants.
We caught up with guitarist Emanuel Seis from I Spit Ashes to talk about the bands history, the current album and future plans. Firstly, many thanks for your time. I’d like to start by getting to know the origins of the band in its present form, I believe you …
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