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Keefy sits down with Nick Holmes of Paradise Lost to explore their latest studio effort, Ascension, released September 19, 2025 via Nuclear Blast Records. This is the band’s 17th album, their most refined work in years, blending gothic metal and death/doom with a clear creative focus. Nick explains how the songwriting process has evolved, self-producing, and how they balance heaviness and melody while staying true to the Paradise Lost sound.Continue reading
In this episode, Keefy chops it up with Dark Folk and Americana artist (and fellow Ghost Cultist) Don de Leaumont, all about his new album “Dancing On My Father’s Grave and Other Stores” – out on Dark Waters Records this week. Don caught us up on on his path as a solo artist, his musical upbringing, his approach to this album, working with music legend Marissa Nadler, and much more!
In this episode, Keefy catches up with James Kent, a.k.a. Perturbator, who has just relelased his killer new album “Age of Aquarius” via Nuclear Blast Records! Ghost Cult has covered James for all of our existence (both as a zine and website), and have been lucky enough to cover him all over the world live, including Roadburn Festival. We went deep on his entire career, adding more Goth and Synthwave to his post-Punk, Black Metal, and EBM influences, working with friends and guests such as Alcest, Ulver, Author & Punisher, and Greta Link! As a bonus for Halloween; he shared his favorite horror movies, and soundtrack composers!Continue reading
Keefy sits down with Jeff Tuttle of Shock Narcotic to discuss their long-awaited second album My Flesh Is Afraid But I Am Not, out now via Philip H. Anselmolo’s ( PanterA, Down) Housecore Records.Continue reading
GhostCultKeefy sits down with Roger Miret of Agnostic Front to talk about the band’s powerful new album Echoes in Eternity, out November 7, 2025, via Reigning Phoenix Music. In this interview, Roger breaks down the themes behind Echoes in Eternity — 15 tracks of uncompromising NYHC, featuring Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of Run DMC. The conversation delves into the band’s recording evolution, their connection to the next generation, and how gatekeeping can hinder the progress of some bands.Continue reading
In this new interview, Stavros Giannopoulos (The Atlas Moth) talks the low-key Chicago supergroup Motherless, and their new debut album, “Do You Feel Safe?” – out now via Prosthetic Records! Stavros catches us up on the last few years of life, the formation of Motherless (also ft. Alex Klein of The Atlas Moth, Gary Naples and Anthony Cwan of Without Waves). He discussed how group came together, the Chicago scene, his sister’s amazing Pit Bull rescue in Chicago, the finer points of the the new album, and what the future of The Atlas Moth looks like.Continue reading
In this episode, GhostCultKeefy chats with Michael Weikath, longtime guitarist and songwriter for Helloween! Their epic new album “Giants and Monsters” is out now via Reigning Phoenix Music! Michael discusses the new dynamic of the band since the “Pumpkins United” lineup coalesced, his approach to writing riffs and songs, writing for the different vocalists, touring, and much more!Continue reading
After years of anticipation, VIMIC (RIP Joey Jordison of Slipknot and Murderdolls) has finally unleashed their debut album, “Open Your Omen,” released independently following a massive Kickstarter campaign that raised over $100,000 to bring Jordison’s vision to life. In this exclusive interview, Kalen Chase (vocals) and Jed Simon (guitar) sit down with Keefy to discuss the making of “Open Your Omen,” what it means to share this record with the world finally, and how they carry forward the legacy of the late, great Jordison. They delve into the challenges of completing the album and the profound connection between the music, the fans, and Joey’s memory.Continue reading
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
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