“You want to be a girl’s girl” – interview with Charlotte Wessels

Right after her set at Tuska Festival in Helsinki, we had the chance to sit down with Charlotte Wessels—a truly amazing artist and a genuinely kind soul. Charlotte isn’t just a girls’ girl in words; she shows it in her actions. Case in point: right after our chat, she went searching for the festival’s official photographer just to personally thank her for the stunning shots of her performance. Our interview with her was a great fun also – we talked about all things festival: tips, stories, and moments on and off stage.

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Metal, Motors, and Zelda: Backstage with Nothing More at Tuska

Nothing More interview

Before the storm hit the stage at Tuska Festival, we had the chance to catch up with Daniel Oliver and Mark Vollelunga of Nothing More for a laid-back yet insightful chat backstage. From metal fabrication and motocross bikes to Zelda marathons and festival chaos, the conversation flowed as naturally as a summer breeze before the sonic boom. This was more than just a pre-show warm-up: it was a window into the lives behind the sound, shared over stories of touring, gaming, and the art of rolling with the punches.

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“We really wanted to visualize the different faces of fear” – interview with Charlotte Wessels on “The Obsession”

If you ask me, “Who’s your favorite person in metal?” my answer would be Charlotte Wessels, hands down. I’ve been (and still am) a huge fan of Delain, and I was lucky enough to catch her on their final tour together. What blew me away wasn’t just her incredible talent, but her ability to connect with and unite fans. Back in 2020, we had the chance to interview her after the release of Delain’s Apocalypse & Chill. Now, we’ve caught up again to talk about her solo album, The Obsession.

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Exploring Illumishade’s “Another Side of You” with Fabienne Erni and Jonas Wolf

Get ready to dive into the world of Illumishade! Fronted by Fabienne Erni, this Swiss modern metal sensation dropped their sophomore album, “Another Side of You”, via Napalm Records on February 16, 2024. In our exclusive interview with Jonas Wolf and Fabienne Erni, they reveal the creative sparks behind their latest work, exploring a captivating mix of dark and light themes alongside orchestration by film composer Mirjam Skal and collaborations with the Budapest Art Orchestra.

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“We had done Eurovision and a week later, we were on tour with Iron Maiden” – exclusive interview with Pi from Lord of the Lost

Lord of the Lost has journeyed through the highs of Eurovision to the thunderous stages alongside Iron Maiden, carving a unique path in the musical landscape. In our exclusive interview, Pi shares the band’s exhilarating experiences, from the camaraderie of Eurovision to the creative depths of their latest cover album, “Weapons Of Mass Seduction.” As they gear up for their 15-year anniversary tour, discover how Lord of the Lost continues to redefine boundaries, blend genres, and captivate audiences worldwide.

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