In this episode, Sean from the progressive metal band Kardashev joins Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K to discuss their upcoming album, Alunea . Sean shares insights into the creative process behind the album, the band's unique storytelling approach, and why they decided to revisit themes from their earlier work, The Almanac. They delve into the challenges of remote collaboration, the excitement of engaging with their dedicated fanbase, and the experience of performing live after eight years at the Euroblast festival. The episode starts with Fire on the Roof from Italian doom metal act Messa's 4th album, The Spin. Track list Messa - Fire on the RoofKardashev - Seed of the NightCheck out Alunea - https://kardashev.bandcamp.com/album/aluneaCheck out The Spin - https://messa.bandcamp.com/album/the-spinTune in to Horns Up - https://www.hornsuppod.com/Website - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher
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Tom Geldschläger on Changeling
On this episode, Tom Geldschläger aka Fountainhead, joins Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K to share insights into his latest project, Changeling, and the journey leading up to its release. They discuss the challenges of creating a concept album, the deeper meanings behind the tracks, the guests on the album, and the innovative technology behind the Dolby Atmos mix. Tom reflects on his India tour and plans to take the project live in the coming months. Dive into the world of Changeling. Track list Changeling - Abyss Check out Changeling - https://changelingofficial.bandcamp.com/album/changelingTune in to Horns Up - https://www.hornsuppod.com/Website - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher
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Deven (Chamber Mage)
In this episode, Devan Fechner from Chamber Mage speaks to Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K about the release of their debut album, By Light of Emerald Gods on Nameless Grave Records. Devan shares insights about their recent performance at Hell's Heroes, the creative process behind the album, and the band's evolution from death metal to their current sound. Track listSavage Master - Devil RockChamber Rage - The Silver City FellDefeated Sanity - Accelerating The RotCheck out By light of emerald gods - https://chambermage.bandcamp.com/album/by-light-of-emerald-godsTune in to Horns Up - https://www.hornsuppod.com/Website - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher
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Grimo (Cytotoxin) on Biographyte
In this episode, Grimo from the German death metal band Cytotoxin speaks to Peter ‘Trencrusher’ K ahead of the release of their fifth album, Biographyte.They delve into the band's unique lyrical themes, which explore the haunting aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster, and how these narratives evolve with each new album. Grimo reflects on the creative process and shares insights into their unorthodox vocal recording methods on this album, the thought behind their merchandise, The episode starts with Wither from the Indian death metal act Catatonic’s EP, Gardenia.Track listCatatonic - Bloom/Wither Cytotoxin - Bull OverdosedCytotoxin - From Bitter RiversCheck out Biographyte - https://www.cytotoxin.de/shop/Check out Gardenia - https://youtu.be/C7Q2tdb3rQk?si=bbLqff6jWsdIrugATune in to Horns Up - https://www.hornsuppod.com/Website - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher
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Daz (Benediction) on Ravage of the Empires
Daz from Benediction joins Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K to discuss their highly anticipated ninth album, Ravage of the Empires. Daz shares insights into the long and challenging recording process, the evolution of their writing style, and how the band adapted during the COVID years. They explore the unique dynamics of the new lineup, the creative process behind their music, and the excitement surrounding their upcoming tour. Track listBurner - City 17Benediction - Engines of WarBenediction - Crawling over CorpsesCheck out Ravage of Empires: https://benediction.bfan.link/ravage-of-empireshttps://benedictionofficial.bandcamp.com/album/ravage-of-empireshttps://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/2023/06/17/harry-nott-burner-interview/Tune in to Horns Up - https://www.hornsuppod.com/Website - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher
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