Category Archives: Interviews

INTERVIEW: Matt Barlow (Ashes of Ares, ex-Iced Earth) “New Messiahs” and 30 Years of “The Dark Saga”

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Ashes of Ares, the powerhouse led by Matt Barlow (ex-Iced Earth) and Freddie Vidales, return with their crushing new album “New Messiahs.” Out now, via RPM ROAR (Reigning Phoenix Music).

In this exclusive interview with Ojayy, Matt discusses the creative vision behind New Messiahs, the evolution of Ashes of Ares, and the horror comic book genre. They also dive into the group’s upcoming 2025 European tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Iced Earth’s landmark album “The Dark Saga,” where Ashes of Ares will honor the legacy while continuing to carve their own path forward.Continue reading →


Dallas Toler-Wade (ex-Nile) Leads Narcotic Wasteland Through “Annihilation of the Wasteland” Tour

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Founded by Dallas Toler-Wade (ex-Nile), Narcotic Wasteland has carved its own path with a relentless mix of technical precision and unflinching heaviness. The band is currently wrapping up their “Annihilation of the Wasteland” U.S. Tour.

Keefy caught up with Dallas to reflect on the band’s journey, the vision behind Narcotic Wasteland, and what fans can expect from their first European shows this Fall. With blistering riffs, crushing grooves, and thought-provoking lyrics, the band continues to prove why they’re one of the most vital acts in extreme metal.Continue reading →


INTERVIEW: Gene Holgan of Dark Angel Talks New Album, Not Bowing Down To Streaming Platforms, and More

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In this new episode, Keefy regroups with Gene Hoglan of Dark Angel (and Metalocalypse Dethklok, Death To All) to discuss their brand new album
“Extinction Level Event”  out now via Reversed Records. Gene goes into great detail about the last few years of the band, the creation of the new album, the choice not to host the album on streaming services, and much more. Catch Dark Angel on tour now and Death To All later this fall!Continue reading →


INTERVIEW: Dallas Tolller-Wade of Narcotic Wasteland Revisits His Past Death Metal Classics on Tour

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In this episode, Keefy welcomes back Dallas-Toller Wade of Narcotic Wasteland, who is currently on tour for the “Annihilation of The Wasteland” dates. Dallas is performing all of “Annihilation of Wicked” by Nile and his other solo mateiral. We chatted about revisiting these tracks, his approach to re-learning material, other guitar nerdout topics, and much more!Continue reading →


INTERVIEW: Pinkshift Embraces Their Heavy Side on “Earthkeeper” – New Interview and Album Deep Dive

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In this episode, Keefy catches up with Pinkshift! We last met them a few years back at Riot Fest, supporting their debut album! The band is back with “Earthkeeper” – out now from Hopeless Records! Befitting of these tough times, “Earthkeeper” is a battle cry for change, tapping into their rage and Nu-Metal influences!Continue reading →


INTERVIEW: Dan Lorenzo Talks Patriarchs in Black and Their Approach to Their New Album “Home”

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In this episode, Keefy interviews Dan Lorenzo (Hades) all about the new album “Home” from Patriarchs In Black, out now via Metalville Records! The band also features Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Sun Dont Shine, Danzig, Quiet Riot), and is unique in that nearly every track has a different singer! After reminiscing about Hades and the old East Coast metal scene, Dan details their writing and recording process for the album, writing for diverse voices such as DMC of Run DMC, Mark Sunshine, Kelly Abe, Kyle Thomas (Exhorder), Karl Agell (Lie Heavy, Legion of Doom, The Skull, COC Blind), Dewey Bragg (Kill Devil Hill), and more!Continue reading →


INTERVIEW: Matt Harvey and Gruesome Returns with “Silent Echoes” – A Brutal Tribute to Death and Sean Reinert

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Death Metal diehards, rejoice! Gruesome returns with “Silent Echoes,” a ferocious and complex, Jazz-influenced evolution of their signature old-school sound. Out now on Relapse Records, the new album pays homage to the progressive brilliance of Death’s 1991 masterpiece “Human,” while being its own animal. Keefy talks with Matt Harvey (Exhumed) about the decade-long, ultimate torchbearing of Chuck Schuldiner’s legacy.Continue reading →