1. Can you tell us a little bit about the band for those that have never heard of you before?
Pantheon of Blood was formed back in '09, in order to reflect those ideas and interests that felt important to get out from the system. The first demo was composed & recorded quite spontaneously soon after the formation; although the result could have been more carefully executed, I'm still safistied how it turned out - and so the seed was laid upon our Mother's Earth, may the muses of inspiration bless us 'till the end.
2. How would you describe the musical sound of the new ep and how it differs from the demo?
Musically, "Consociatio..." EP was certainly a step to forward (or backwards, depends on the perspective you take) when it comes to thinking about how the songs should be progress structurally - but then again, not always the spontaneous & impulsive act of writing a song is a bad thing. My personal gratitude's goes for the newly-wedded members for making it possible to evolve the form of Pantheon of Blood further.
3. How would you describe the lyrical content of the music?
A poetry subjected towards the greater beings and forces than we represent as petty humans; the lyrics also reflect our inner striving for getting to know the archetypal world, so that we can use the possibility for inspiring other people as in order to wake them up from the slumber of grey waters of 'forgetfulness'.
4. What is the meaning and inspiration behind the bands name?
The name was originally chosen intuitionally, it felt that kind of a majestic and proud name that would suit perfectly to describe - even for myself - those fundamental ideas of blood mysticism present at the time. Now, it has grown to mean a lot more: it reminds me constantly from where I've truly came and where I'll go afterwards.
5. Has the band had any opportunities to do live shows and if so what are some of the best shows that the band has played so far and how would you describe your stage performance?
No, we haven't got the opportunity to perform a live show not just yet, nor I can't promise if there will be ever be one - of course we're open to suggestions on that matter. For what I've thinked about the live situation hypothetically to be, it would be an open mass for those who would be interested of taking part of the energy between the band and audience, minus the hogwash outer ritualism which is in my opinion quite the opposite to respect the sacred current flowing in and out through us.
6. When I was looking at the Metal Archives page, it said one of the lyrical subjects was National-Romanticism, can you tell us a little bit more about what that means?
A direct quote from the other interview given earlier, I think it sums it up quite well: "National-Romanticism in this context refers to a bond between one's bloodline and geographical state: certain methods for the initiation to the transcendental knowledge & wisdom are to be found from the mystery of OUR blood and OUR cultural heritage."
7. So far all of the music that has came out has been 2 song ep's and demos, are there any plans for a full length in the future?
No idea if there will be a full-length in many, many years; the whole process usually takes more time than you've planned it to be. However, there's a mcd release on the works, so that will be our next release for what I can tell about our plans concerning the releases. It will be sort of a hermetic study of the basic elements known in different cultures by their various interpretations and modes working within our existence micro- and macro cosmically.
8. Currently you are singed to Glorious North Productions, how did you get in contact with this label and how would you describe the support that they have given you so far?
I accidentally got known mr. Sweeney through so-called social medias, and since that, we've been quite actively in contact with him. The support given by Glorious North is impeccable, even if the label is still very deeply rooted beneath the underground - but when it comes to his dedication running a label, I've nothing but praises to give.
9. On a worldwide level how has your music been received by black metal fans?
We haven't received that much feedback, but so far it have been quite positive; yet it matters a little for us in the end, as our work is always done in solitude.
11. What direction do you see your music heading into on future releases?
It's hard to say about the direction where the path will lead us, but as our abilities to reflect from there to here are constantly evolving into other forms and methods, it surely does not mean staying in stagnance - otherwise it would be pointless to do this project anyway.
12. What are some bands or musical styles that have influenced your music and also what are you listening to nowadays?
When it comes to my personal influences, the musical side of it comes from the idea of what Black Metal should be in its essence; there are no particular 'favourites' which I would raise one upon many. We all, of course, are capable of enjoying different kinds of musical genres as long it is honest to the bone.
13. What role does Occultism play in your music, and also what are the main forms of occultism that you are the most interested in and practice or study?
Also a quote suggested for the question: "When I speak of occultism here, I don't speak of what it may mean to me personally. But when this subject is looked from the perspective of Pantheon of Blood, a couple of words can be uttered: to practice the great art of occultism is to practice nature's hidden powers and those powers that are potential in Man, but not yet actualized. It's very unfortunate that many use the theme only to enhance the so-called aesthetical side of their work."
A various spectrum of occult studies are present at our present lives, but to speak about it publicly - that I cannot unfortunately do. As we may repeat the hermetic cliche in the way mr. Lévi puts it: "“When one does not know, one should will to learn. To the extent that one does not know it is foolhardy to dare, but it is always well to keep silent.”
15. Any final words or thoughts before we wrap up this interview?
Thank for the interview. Igne Natura Renovatur Integra.
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