Interviews
Talking to human's is scary in general, but we do love black metal, so talking about a subject we like helps a lot, so without further ado, in this section you'll find our interviews.
Interview: Bagoth
Interview with Bagoth on Martyrs Duplessis, the Duplessis regime's dark legacy in Quebec, and historical black metal as political art. Read more!
Interview: Noctule
Interview with Noctule on Skyrim-inspired black metal, Elden Ring concept albums, and pushing genre boundaries. Read more!
Interview: Blood Countess
Interview with Blood Countess on Lady Báthory-inspired black metal, playing Bloodstock, the rising UKBM scene, and plans for album 3. Read more!
Interview: Abghül (Ghül/Imladris)
Interview with Abghül (Ghül/Imladris) on Tolkien's legendarium, Summoning worship, and the UK black metal scene. Read more...
Interview: Oakenthrone
Interview with UK black metal act Oakenthrone on the upcoming album Ad Silvam, transitioning from solo project to full band, and folklore roots.
Interview: Niveous
Interview with Niveous from the United States on debut Cult of the Void Star, crafting cosmic sci-fi lore, USBM, and second-wave black metal influences.
Maria of Copper Mountains - Interview
Interview with Maria of Copper Mountains on the debut album "Into the Black Whirlpools", Ural folklore origins, and mixing folk vocals with black metal.
Interview: Namu
Interview with Namu on debut album Wretched Spawns of Iniquitous Orders, cosmic sci-fi influences, and progressive black metal creation.
Interview: Cairiss
Interview with Cairiss on their new album Wilderness, returning after a 10-year hiatus, and blending atmospheric black metal with blackgaze.
Interview: Svarttjern
An interview with Svarttjern frontman Hans Fyrste. A dive into the state of black metal, their iconic artwork, and plans for the next album.
Interview: Bizarrekult (2026)
Bizarrekult’s Interview. Mastermind Roman discusses the project's evolution, personal authenticity, and upcoming festival slots. Read more!
Interview: Pestilential Shadows
N.O. catches up with Pestilential Shadows' Balam about their career and what is brewing in the Australian Black Metal underground. See the full interview!
Interview: Gaahl
Gaahl speaks! The enigmatic Black Metal living legend discusses his controversial shift to clean vocals and his separate world of art. See the full story.
Interview: Hellripper
Hellripper. Kili interviews James McBain, the sole force behind the Scottish Black/Speed Metal act. They discuss chaotic live shows and the creative process. See the full story.
Interview: Skuggor
We talk with Skuggor about their long career in Swedish Black Metal and the roots of their raw, traditional sound. See the full story!
Interview: Hell is Other People
N.O. chats with the Canadian Post Black Metal band Hell Is Other People about their album 'Moirae' and blending DSBM vocals with post-hardcore roots. Read the full interview!
Interview: Austere
We speak to Desolate from Austere about the pioneers of DSBM, their long-awaited return, and the profound themes of despair and emotion. See the full story!
Interview: Kirkebrann
Interview: Kirkebrann. Kili interviews members of the Norwegian Black Metal band about their album 'Mot Trellenes Forfall,' the controversy of the cover art, their chaotic recording process, and the grim themes of 'Englemaker.' Read more in this interview.
Interview: Labyrinthus Stellarum
We interviewed the gentlemen from Labyrinthus Stellarum, so get ready for a cosmic journey.
Interview: Furze – Caw Entrance
Crown of Rebellion discusses Furze's latest album with the main man Woe J. Reaper himself. Join their deep dive into the world of psych black metal.