Interviews
Sex Wizard
Following the demise of Australian hardcore legends Jungle Fever, the band that is today known as Sex Wizard went through a series of name, sound and line up changes. Despite just completing a tour with Extortion and I Exist, and releasing a full length on Trial and Error Records last year, Sex Wizard still maintain an outrageously impulsive approach towards everything they do. We had a chance to catch up with vocalist Jiggsy to discuss wizardry, weed and double drumming.
Dead End Path
To most of us, the city of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is but a dot on the map. But Wilkes-Barre is currently home to one of the most flourishing hardcore scenes in the world, and Dead End Path is the future. With a 7" out on Triple B Records and appearances at several US hardcore festivals, the future is looking bright. Vocalist Uriah was kind enough to answer a couple of questions for us.
Legions
Whilst their ages combined would comprise a figure smaller than the weight of their riffs, Sydney hopefuls, Legions, have outlined a mature approach to music and live performance which has cemented their presence in the minds of hardcore fans of all ages throughout the country. With only a demo under their belts and a 7" underway, we caught up with Owen of this handsome five-piece to see what's cooking in their teenage minds and planned for their future of their teenage lives.
Vultures
Melbourne hardcore band Vultures have had a bit of a line up change in the last few months, but they have just released their debut EP, "I Don't Blame You", and don't plan on slowing down anytime soon. The band's guitarist David answered a few questions about the band for us.
House Vs Hurricane
Since their formation in 2006 House Vs Hurricane have worked hard to become a household name in Australian heavy music. With an acclaimed EP under their belt, the release of their debut album "Perspectives" earlier this year and a schedule of intense touring nationwide, HVH are on the up and up. Bassist Dylan Stark caught up with us to talk about being regular dudes and life on the road.
Pierce The Veil
San Diego's Pierce The Veil are set to make their first ever trip to Australia next month, touring with Attack Attack and Melbourne's own Dream On, Dreamer as a part of the Take Action Tour. The band's vocalist Vic answered a few questions for us about the tour, as well as the band's newest album “Selfish Machines”.
Fear Factory
As the pioneers of “cyber metal” and with a career spanning over twenty years, Fear Factory have continued to push the envelope within the contemporary metal scene and show no sign of slowing down with the release of their latest album, Mechanize. Before their Australian tour supporting Metallica in September, Killyourstereo caught up with guitarist Dino Cazares to talk about the band’s past, present and future.
A Fate Untold
The UK has traditionally been a healthy breeding ground for young, up and coming bands. Ipswich pop punk outfit A Fate Untold may not be a household name yet, but with an honest and reliable work ethic the band are well positioned going forward. Having just released a new single, the group’s drummer, Todd caught up with Killyourstereo recently to discuss music, drunken hotel shenanigans and plans for the future.
The Wonder Years
Philadelphia based pop punk band The Wonder Years are set to make their first ever trip to Australia in less than a month now, as well as re-releasing their newest album "The Upsides" through Hopeless Records. The band's vocalist Dan "Soupy" Campbell answered a few questions for us.
Fixtures
For those who have heard their music or seen them play, it is exceedingly apparent that Fixtures are one of the most furiously chaotic ensembles currently terrorising Sydney’s stages. But despite their barbaric exterior, beneath lies a profound intelligence that few bands of such youth could hope to emulate. The band’s vocalist Oliver Cation answered a couple of questions about the current state of the band, and their direction for the future.