Exetheris Interview

1. Can you give us a brief history of the band?

It all started in late 2004, there have been many ups and downs since then but the banners of victory have always been held high. Some labels and other individuals have fought Exetheris, but there have also been many supporters around - the ones who seek or have found the Black Light. He who walks the path of solitude will never cease to achieve glory, the goal has always been to secure defeat of our enemies and unveil the cosmos.

2. How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard you before?
A generic description would be close to "Black/Death Metal and Ambient". Let's not forget the meaningful poetry behind the sound too, as well as what "Ambient" stands for. This is about the riffage style as well as short passages that give some space for the sound to breath. The real Satanic legacy is at hand, drink our art!

3. What is the meaning behind the band's name?
Exetheris is a triple word with many senses that has it's origins in the ancient greek and latin languages. It has been forged this way so the spiritually rich will understand it and reveal it's power, while others will be urged to seek the gnosis that remains hidden to the common eyes. "Ex" stands for ex, the one who used to be or exist somewhere, someone who has left a place or a situation. "Ether" stands for the air, a mist and energy surrounding a deity, heaven. "Is" stands for the conclusion of the aforementioned meanings, and gives all of the above characteristics to a male figure. All in all, the name can be translated as "fallen" or as "the one with the essence of god", or the "expelled" and so on... Why a triple word? Have you forgotten our Lord Trigrammaton, the three lettered opposer. What would be better than to further spread His name... in all occasions.

4. What releases have you put out so far?

Two demos in 2005, 1 demo in 2007. Three split releases in 2006, 1 split in 2009. A debut full length album CD in 2008. A split with Goat Phallus on CD, limited to 500 will be out soon...

5. What direction do you see the music going into during the future?

The goal is the same, it has not been bad so far so why change the direction. Every new release of Exetheris is a journey of the Dragon as He entwines the cosmos, even more tight every time. Such events will be manifested musically. I do not seek to reproduce my sounds or the sounds of other people, so you actually never know what will follow for sure...

6. How would you describe the musical progress over the years?

It has been good, there has been some kind of progression in the sense of playing since I never took any lessons. But just because I seek to express the spirit, the technical matters have never been a problem. It is strange how Exetheris has always been not really a sound to bang to or feel hypered... but essentially this is a trip, this is a sound experience that can make you more rich in the mind, or understand many things that surround you and possibly even change the way one accepts music and perceives the cosmos...

7. Have you received any label interest yet?

Many labels have been interested but most of them are not really serious, it's rare to find people that understand what you are about and are okay to co-operate with.

8. What are your main influences music wise or non music wise?

I like to see things in the dissonant way, the eccentric one.. so Exetheris is a unique entity!Nevertheless, musically and ideologically I'd mention bands like Mutiilation, Watain, Archgoat, Deathspell Omega, Portal, Funeral Mist, Dom Dracul, Heresi, Ondskapt, Antaeus, Rex Mundi, KTHRSS, Revenge and so on...Non musically I rely on books - original religious texts and perhaps some bizarre visualizations...

9. What are you listening to nowadays and what are some good bands or releases that you would recommend?

Latelly I am listening a lot to Absurd (get their last best of rerecorded full length!), Arkona, Temnozor (get their last album!), Varyag (Good debut), Drudkh, Archgoat, the new Beherit, Walknut, Revenge, Morbosidad (R.I.P. drummer), mgla... I am looking forward to the new Katharsis album as well...

10. What rule does Satanism or Occultism play in your music and life?

A most important one, there can be no Black Metal without StN. Many people find it strange how the occult can effect a person's generic life but they only know so little... It's a way to see the cosmos, it is simply incredible how one can change many things, manage to play with people's minds and so on. This is actually like reaching a new level, the only problem is "how low" one must get in order to reach that high... A day will dawn when we will craft and shape the cosmos in orderlessness and lawlessness, only then shall we dive into our graves like sharks in the sea - full of confidence and with a feeling of fullness.

11. Are there any good films or books that you would recommend?

Books: The Holy Bible, Torah, Quran, your governments newspaper and their Constitution...Films: Philosophy of a Knife, Stalker, Holy Mountain...

12. How would you compare your sound to the classic black metal bands in Greece?

I don't find any connection or similarity, I'm not into the greek sounds of the past even though I respect them because back then at least they were original and unique, unlike nowadays!

13. Any final words?Observe how rapidly everything changes around you, all that we have ever loved is decaying but the worst parts are yet to come... Xaire Xaos.

14. Thanks for the interview?

Thanks for the support,
218 - AMSG

https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Exetheris/42361

Exethersis-Cease And Repent Promo/2009 Review

Exetheris are a 1 man band from Greece that I would describe as Anti-Christian Satanic black metal in the classic Greek style and this is a review of their 2009 demo "Cease And Repent".

Drums are mostly fast with a lot of blast beats and they slow down at times to give the music a darker edge, while the bass playing utilizes a dark and heavy tone that has a classic black/death feel that brings back memories of the early 90's before Norway took over.

Rhythm guitars are mostly fast riffs that contain  a lot of heaviness mixed with quite a bit of darkness and there are some slower riffs that gives the music a lot more variety, and there are no leads on this recording.

Vocals sound very ritualistic and satanic with a lot of deep death metal grows mixed with some high pitched black metal screams and at times the vocals utilize a raspy edge which keeps the music away from being one dimensional, as for the production on this demo the sound comes out very well and you can hear all of the musical instruments.

Lyrics on this album contain a lot of anti christian/Catholicism themes mixed with a very theistic form of Satan that would of made Anton LaVey die of a heart attack if he was still alive to hear this recording.

In my opinion this is a very good demo and it has an original sound that probably would not appeal to trendy black metal fans but I do feel fans of classic Satanic black metal would enjoy this release and this is probably some of the darkest black metal I have heard in years. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Exetheris/42361

Wolves Of Hate Interview

1. Can you give us a brief history of the band?
Wolves of Hate was started as a side project while I was the vocalist for And Hell Followed. I've always been into Norse mythology/culture and war. So I started jamming with longtime friend Rodd Hamann, just to see what would happen and the songs came together nicely. We recruited Scott Schultz, from And Hell Followed as well, to play bass. We recorded 'Battle Hymns and War Songs,' sent it to a few places, got a few offers to release it and released it through Iron Age Records from the UK, which were my first choice to begin with.

2. How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard you before?
Very straight forward black/death metal, with kind of an old school mid paced vibe, with lyrics about battle, victory, brotherhood and blood-stained snow covered battlefields.

3. I know some of the members were in And Hell Followed, what made you decide to break up And Hell Followed and concentrate more on Wolves Of Hate?
That wasn't up to me or AHF drummer Stephen, that was all Derek, our guitar player. I don't want to go into it to much, but things were never better for And Hell Followed, we had finished recording or 2nd CD, which will sadly probably never see the light of day, and everything was great. Derek decides to quit to focus on playing session bass for Satan's Host. Wolves of Hate wasn't meant to replace AHF, just be a studio project I did on the side. But it is now my main project.

4. When can we expect shows in the Rocky Mountain area?
Maybe in the future, we don't have a full time drummer, but we are working with David from Acheronian Dirge on the next album. We are looking for a drummer a little closer to home for a live situation. We really want to do it eventually though.

5. Are there any plans for a tour?
Again, at the moment no, without a full time drummer or live situation is what it is. We all have families as well, so long periods of travel can be tricky. There was talk of possibly going to Europe from the label at sometime, but we'll just have to wait and see.

6. When can we expect new material?
We are planning on recording our 2nd album in the summer. So it should be released late this year or early next.

7. How would you describe the musical progress of the band over the years?
It's defiantly getting more epic/folkish. Still keeping the 'black/death' roots, but expanding to incorporate more influences like folk and doom stuff. I want to explore many other types of music as well and integrate them. We have been talking about possibly doing an acoustic ep with songs based on the Norse Sagas. I hope it continues to evolve into whatever direction it takes us.

8. What are you listening to nowadays and what are some good bands or releases that you would recommend?
Other than basic black and death metal I have been listening to a fair amount of doom type stuff and a lot of 'black-n-roll' type stuff as well. Watain, Black Anvil, Carpathian Forrest, The Gates of Slumber, Book of Black Earth, High on Fire, The Sword, Moonspell, ect.

9. What are your main influences music wise or non music wise?
Musically Bathory is a huge influence, both black and viking periods. Others include Marduk, Behemoth, Unleashed, Danzig, Summoning, Immortal, Motorhead, Amon Amarth, Tyr, Graveland, Destroyer 666, ect.Non music would be Conan stories, the Norse Sagas, Tolkien, the art of Frank Frazetta, and human nature, and by that I mean war being the true state of man.

10. What role do the Norse Gods or Runes play in the bands music or life?
We have definitely  been using more and more references to the Gods in the newer stuff and will probably be using even more mythology in the future. I see the Gods as arch types of human nature and potential. We use runes a lot in the art work as well, although we do have to be careful as to which we use as some are allowed to be published in parts of Europe because they were used by the third reich. We actually had to change the original cover for 'Battle Hymns and War Songs,' because it contained the Othala rune.

11. What are some good books or films that you would recommend?
Old Robert E. Howard Conan stories and The first Conan movie, Lord of the Rings, 13th Warrior, The Icelandic Sagas, Lords of Chaos.

12. How would you compare the metal scene from The Fort Collins/Cheyenne, Wyoming area to Denver or Colorado Springs and what are some good bands from that area?
Here in the Northeastern part of the state there is little to no black or death bands. Whereas in Denver you have a handful. Its hard to find people around here who like or want to play this type of music. Good bands from Colorado in general are Acheronian Dirge from Denver are fucking amazing and great guys, the best black metal in the state! Also Cobalt are actually from the smaller town where I live as well and they are amazing as well. David and Clay from Acheronian Dirge's viking doom side project Flight of Sleipnir is great as well. Deadspeak from Wyoming are a great metal band as well.

13. Any final words?
Thanks to those who have supported us this far, please check us out and add us at myspace.com/wolvesofhate. Look for new material towards the end of the year! HAIL!

14. Thanks for the interview?
Thank you.

PCYST Interview

1. Can you give us a brief history of the band?
PCYST was formed a long while (1997) ago as an underground Noise Industrial project under its original name Polinoidal Cyst. It was a full band project ranging from anywhere to 3 to 7 members. Our music was dark, disturbed and overall with a mean spirit. Kind of a darker version of Throbbing Gristle. We separated in 2002 and the band folded for the most part. In early 2005 I, myself, brought the project back to life by shortening the name to PCYST (pronounced Syste) and turning the project
into symphonic Black Metal with some minor experimental influences.Since 2005, I have released 2 albums and many demos, eps, and splits. My most recent release was in February 2009. A ep called "From the Void".

2. How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard you before?
Powerful and very intense. Dark and vengeful.

3. What is the meaning behind the bands name?
Well, I have been asked this question many times by fans. The bands name, as I said earlier, comes from an original name Polinoidal Cyst, which basically is a hereditary medical condition. A cyst like pocket is formed at the base of ones spine. Usually an adult male. Operation of this is usually unsuccessful and one must live with this for the rest of their life. When I shortened the name to PCYST, the original meaning dissolved. What the band name means now is just something original and most likely not something to be duplicated. A lot of band names out there have been used over and over again or the names are just not original at all.

4. What releases have you put out so far?
Under the name of PCYST:Kingdom Misery demo (Oct. 2005)
5000 Years : A Tale of Ice ep (Oct. 2006)
BloodThrone album (March 2007)
The Calling ep (June 2007)
Melody Virus/PCYST split (Sep 2007)
A Wolfen Path ep (Oct 2007)
The Resting Place of Fallen Warriors ep (Dec. 2007)
Bestial Creation/PCYST split (May 2008)
RedFalls album (Sep 2008)From the Void ep (Feb 2009)

5. How would you describe the lyrical content of the music?
The lyrical content is strange to say the least. I suppose it is one of the few things I haven't changed since the old Industrial days. The lyrics are usually straight off the top of my head and don't take much planning. Of course, everything is written out but I don't research what I sing about. At least not usually. What I sing about is whatever I am feeling when I write. It could be anything from sadomasochism to telling stories of old pagan times. Usually the latter.

6. How would you describe the musical progress over the years?
Well, I have been trained in piano and I have been playing the keyboards for about 15 years now. Having said that, when I decided to write Black Metal back in 2005 the original concept for the sound was that of a Symphonic Thrash band. Although, the idea hasn't changed all that much my music is far more Symphonic now then it was 4 years ago. If anything the project has gotten far more vicious over the past 6 months then it has ever been.

7. When can we expect new material and what direction is the music going into during the future?
You will be able to expect new material fairly soon. I have decided to take my music to the next level and work with new musicians. Musicians from bands like Frozen Mist and possibly Funeral Dust. What this means is I will be leaving my own studio to work in a more professional one. Namely Capcomia Studio based in Pennsylvania, USA. As far as sound/direction, it will sound like PCYST revamped. More coherent but just as raw and intense as ever before.

8. What are your main influences music wise or non music wise?
Music wise it is no doubt bands such as Nokturnal Mortum and many others in that field of Black Metal. Non music wise probably from reading or studying subjects that interest me.

9. What are you listening to nowadays and what are some good bands or releases you would recommend?
Well, I am always listening to music in the underground. Frozen Mist is one amazing band. Others would be Black Wraith, Ancestral, Njiqahdda, Eliwagar, Fateless Tears, etc. I highly recommend these bands. But there are many others. All you have to do is look in the underground. You won't have a hard time finding great music.

10. Does Satanism or Occultism play a role in the music or life?
Satanism has never played a role in my music. Mainly because I just don't believe in it. There was a point a few years back when I had done a lot of research on the subject and honestly found it to be quite fascinating. But something about it never clicked with me. I don't believe in the Christian god as upon doing much research I found it to be quite bogus. I am not an agnostic or an atheist. My beliefs are more Pagan based and are a mix of several. This does play a strong role in my music now but not when the project was born.

11. What are some good books or films that you would recommend?
Anything from F. Paul Wilson, at least his early works. And to be honest I rather enjoy Clive Barker. His book The Great and Secret Show is one of the best reads ever. As far as film goes, I have a rather large collection of horror titles. Mostly films from the 70's and 80's. I like a good old fashioned slasher from time to time but I really enjoy the more safisticated titles. Movies like "The Church", "Prince of Darkness" are great as they usually shine a bad light on the Christian religion, which I always enjoy.

12. What is your opinion of the black metal scene in the U.S?
People bash it usually and I don't understand why. The underground scene out here is amazing and filled with some true talent. I think the people that bash the scene out here are usually arrogant and aren't willing to give us a chance. Having said that, I enjoy the underground Black Metal scene all over the world. There are some amazingly talented bands out there. All of which deserve a chance.

13. Any final words?
Thank you very much for the time and the interview. If we had more people like you that are willing to help/support the scene some of us wouldn't be struggling so hard. I have a full time job and I still put most of my time into the project and also taking the time to listen to other projects. All of us in the underground need to help support each
other.

14.Thanks for the interview?
Thank you once again.

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A Transylvanian Funeral Interview

1. Can you give us a brief history of the band?

A Transylvanian Funeral began in March of 2008. Sojourner and I were in my studio playing guitars and came up with the song Asmoday Unbound, and it really took off from there...we wrote the 13 tracks that are on the album in roughly two months. Once there were three or four songs, I began passing out free demos at shows and record stores. Sometime when the album was ready to be released, Sojourner lost interest in working on the project and I have been doing everything myself, which is fine. I enjoy what I am doing and am not slowing down...relying on others slows me down.

2. How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard you before?

Aggressive. Violent. Dark. Evil. There is a lot of different influence in my work, especially thrash but I try to incorporate as much as I know into the music and lyrics. It is definitely not mall metal bullshit and it never will be. Someone asked me what the sound was like and started naming of all these bands like Disturbed and White Chapel and I had to explain to this person that those bands and A Transylvanian Funeral have nothing in common...I don't hate those bands, that would be a waste of my energy...I just don't care about them...I suppose a good definition would be that ATF is a vessel for the darkest aspects of my higher self to manifest...

3. What is the meaning behind the band's name?

The name A Transylvanian Funeral to me, means ritual and mystery. Every society has funeral customs, rituals and ways of doing things. Transylvania is meant to extend a sense of mystery to something that is familiar, such as a funeral. Ultimately, it is for the listener to decide.I think that the Transylvanian part of the name has a gothic sound to it or something and maybe that gives people the wrong idea...my idea of goth is the Sisters of Mercy or Skinny Puppy, not exactly black metal, but definitely something I enjoy more than some shit I've heard that is gothic...to me, black metal is the most gothic music you could have...whatever that means...

4. What does black metal mean to you and what inspired you to play this kind of music?

I have no tolerance for commercial music and I wanted to get as far away from the way I was doing things as I could. I don't care to play live, I don't care to make the scene or any of that shit...all that does is take away from the song. I can record a song and it will outlive me and everyone I know where as I can play a show and maybe someone will remember it. Black metal is a way of doing things the way you want to do them without any regard for what other think. ATF is a vessel for my own creativity and not an outlet for scenes, clubs, promoters, etc.

5. How would you describe the lyrical content of the music?

The lyrics encompass things that interest me...occult and satanic perspective and knowledge. Some of them tell stories, some relay a feeling or message. I hope the listener is able to gather their own meanings from what I write about. My next release may not even have lyrics just to do something different and allow more interpretation from the audience. I really wanted the lyrics to be strong enough to stand on their own as a form of poetry as well.

6. What direction do you see the music going into on future releases?

I definitely want to incorporate more atmosphere and doom elements into my next release. I have a lot of good keyboard sounds but don't want to do the whole symphonic metal thing...I don't really care for that stuff...Keys would be used to add more atmosphere and gloom, not melody lines...I really wouldn't be using string sounds or anything...more along the lines of sound textures from sources like the ARP 2600.

7. What are you listening to nowadays and what are some good bands or releases that you would recommend?

I was on a compilation from the Zine Beyond the Dark Horizon with a couple bands that really impressed me such as Teutoburg Forest and Profundis Tenebaraum...Hod, Hydra, Bestial Holocaust, Mythology, Graves at Sea, Catacombs, RuneMagick, I could list a hundred or more!

8. What are your main influences music wise or non music wise?

I grew up on a lot of thrash...I didn't get into extreme stuff until a few years ago...I was always a big Morbid Angel fan. I was always into the darker stuff in life...I'm not really a negative person but I am dark and have dark interests...I never had any religion forced on me growing up and was lucky enough to be somewhat kept away from it. I read a lot and don't watch TV so I have a lot of time to be creative.

9. What role does Satanism, Left Hand Path and Occultism play in the music and life?

When I was a teenager and read LaVey, I was really intrigued to find something that I could relate to but as I get older, I have a lot less interest in Satanism...I am not a joiner of things, I am a fucking leader...I don't lean on others or seek acceptance...I don't need a social network of like-minded individuals to surround myself with...and honestly, that is all I see religion as. A good friend of mine is a Master Mason and talked to me a lot about joining but I never did and never will. Same with the Golden Dawn or other group magick networks...I don't really have the confidence in others to become a part of something like that...my interest and influence for the occult is solitary and is based in the foundation of creativity...Creating music is my ritual...creating anything is a ritual...to me there is no limit as to what an individual can do as long as the proper ritual is used...

10. What are some good books or films that you would recommend?

I read anything by Crowley that I can get my hands on even though I think of his work as Judeo-Christian...A lot of the books I have read say the same thing or have slight variances between the rituals but Crowley's work is so shrouded in mystery and code that it really leaves the reader wondering...which I think is extremely important...I don't really watch movies...I enjoy good visual works of art but never devote the time to a movie...it's just not my thing.

11. How would you describe the black metal scene in Indiana?

I wouldn't describe it. The only bands that I know of are Fog, Christ Beheaded, Hordes of Nebulah and A Transylvanian Funeral...I saw Fog live about ten years ago and they were great...there is a extreme metal fest coming up in Indianapolis in May I believe...I can't tell you who will be there other than Hod, from San Antonio...Like I said, earlier, I don't really care about the scene...I have played live in bands my whole life and don't care about it right now.

12. Any final words?

Thanks for the interview! I have shirts on the way...should be ready by May 1st, 2009 and you better hurry if you want a copy of the album...I have less than 20 left and when it gets reissued, there won't be a free button or sticker...There will also be new music on the way as soon as these shirts are done...thanks again and don't hesitate to send me a message!!!http://www.myspace.com/atransylvanianfuneral

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A Transylvanian Funeral/Self Titled/Third Eye Audio 2009

  A Transylvanian Funeral is a 1 man band from Indiana that plays a raw and primitive form of Satanic/Occult black metal and this is a review of their self titled 2009 album.

Drums on this recording are really fast with some blast beats mixed with a lot of primal aggression, while the bass playing which is kind of mixed down really low sounds dark and it is all rhythm with no bass leads but it still has a dark tone that gives the music a really evil edge.

Guitars on this evil recording are mostly fast rhythms that contain a lot of old school influences that bring back memories of the forefathers of black metal and there is a lot of cacthiness in the guitars which is something that is missing in a lot of modern black metal there are some slow depressing riffs used on occasion which gives the music an original sound instead of jumping on the trend bandwagon.

Vocals seem to have a war metal edge to them even though I would not really classify this band as being that style and there are some high pitched black metal screams as well, as for the production on this recording it sounds very professional and you can hear all of the instruments.

Lyrics on this recording cover al ot of ground on the metaphysical side there are songs about Pwcca a demon from Wales that is kind of like their Satan in their demonology, Asmoday a grand duke from the lesser keys of Solomon and also a driving force behind this zine, astral projection, wars between black magickans, and some other left hand topics, the lyrics seem to be very straightforward and I would like to see them expand on future releases from this band.

In my opinion this is a really good release and I am looking forward to future releases from this group, if you are a fan of old school black metal with a modern edge I would advise picking up this album and so far this is the best release of 2009. Standout tracks include "Asmoday Unbound" "Hammer of the Witch" " Lunacy" and "Way of the Magi". HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

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Adar Interview

1. Can you give us a brief history of your project?

1. Adar started basically as a side project. I was in another band for 3-4 years. It was my first band so i was pretty naive and rushed into it putting forth a huge effort. Due to lack of effort from the other members and lack of ability to put ourselves out there it didn't go anywhere. So from the ashes of that band i formed Adar. I decided that if i did it all myself (at least in the beginning) than it would be easier and funner. So i for about 3 weeks in january 09' I wrote and recorded the Adar Demo. And ever since ive been promoting the band, and i need new members to take this band to the next level.

2. How would you describe your music to someone who has never heard you before?

2.I would definitely describe my music as an extreme (obviously). But not only because of the blasting drums and blazing guitars, but because it takes the listener through the extremes of human emotions. From extreme rage, to deep despair and great triumph.

3. What releases have you put out so far?

3. The only Adar release is the demo; dark reflections. It is being sold by Mountain Drought Distto or can be downloaded from my myspace. Im in the process of writing new material.

4. What is the meaning behind the band's name?

4. Adar is taken from the necronomicon. "The god of saturn is called Adar, The lord of Hunters and Strength, He appears with a crown of thorns and a long sword, wearing a lion's skin. His color is the darkest Black." I read that and i thought it was one of the most black metal things ever so i made it my band name.

5. What was it that got you into black metal, and what does black metal mean to you?


5. I really just got into black metal as a natural progression from interest in extreme music. Like from Thrash to death to black is how it went for me. But if i had to name one band i would probably say behemoth. Now at this point they really arent black metal but their old stuff is, so as i got more into them i discovered the early records and ive been hooked to black metal ever since.AS far as what black metal means to me, it is quite simple, black metal represents isolation. Isolation from society, and from the beliefs, ideals and culture of the masses. This isolation creates a disdain for what popular culture is. The lyrical content of Satanism, nature, violence, and pagan traditions, are nearly opposite from what is accepted in the mass population. And as far as the music goes, unpolished production, screeching vocals, and blasting instrumentals, are far from what most people like listening to. But that is what makes black metal such a profound musical expression, it is a pure, raw, carnal representation of isolation and the emotion that goes along with it.

6. What are you looking for in a musician and what do you want to achieve as a full band?


6.For musicians im am looking for people who want and are able to play extreme music. They must really have a passion for playing and creating music. In addition they must have real commitment and drive. Im going to Csu fort collins next year so that might be an obstacle for some people but we could make something work.

7. What are you listening to nowadays and what are some good bands or releases that you would recommend?

7. Im really into the new Abigail Williams album right now. But i would also recommend Taake, Ragnarok, Satyricon, Deafest, Cynd, Cobalt, Watain ,and Wolves in the Throne Room.

8. What are your main influences music wise or non music wise?

8. My main influences are any of my interests because adar is just an expression of myself. Some are, old horror movies, H.P. Lovecraft, history, mythology, religion ( or should i say anti-religion), Black Metal (obviously), and all other types of metal,(and other music)

9.What rule does satanism or occultism play in the music and life?

9.Satanism and occultism definitely has some ties to my music. But i wouldn't call myself and avid follower or practitioner of either. But i do derive some of my ideals and philosophies from them, which are portrayed through my music.

10. What are some good books or films that you would recommend?

10. As far as books go H.P. Lovecraft, J.R.R. Tolkien, Jean Paul Sartre, etc. And For movies, Any old Horror movies, all chris farley movies, Watchmen, donnie darko, a clockwork orange, warriors, gran torino, too many to name.

11. What is your opinion of the music scene in Colorado?

11. Well im still just getting introduced to the music scene in colorado but so far it seems pretty cool. I mean there are some people that will just blow you off but thats a given anywhere you go. The guys at mountain drought distro have been very cool, and chase from deafest especially has been super helpful with the whole process. It's really cool to have something i made in my bedroom to be getting any recognition at all. Im really excited to see what happens next.

12. Any final words?

12. I just wanna say thanx for the opportunity and keep on carrying the black metal flag!!

13.Thanks for the interview?

Thanx Ethan from Adar

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