INTERVIEW: Chris Caffery Reflects on His Solo Journey and New Album “20 Years of the Music Man”


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In this episode, Ghost Cult Magazine chats with Chris Caffery (Trans Siberian Orchestra, Savatage) he reflects on two decades of his solo journey, the inspiration behind this new release, and what it means to look back on a career filled with powerful riffs, emotional songwriting, and unforgettable performances. He shares insight into his evolution as a musician, from his early days with Savatage to becoming a key part of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and why “20 Years of the Music Man” is both a tribute to his legacy and a bold step forward.Continue reading


INTERVIEW: Alan Niven (Guns N Roses, Great White) Details The Story of His Life and Career in “Sound N’ Fury”


In this episode, Keefy interviews music industry legend Alan Niven (seen in the Paramount+ documentary Nothing But A Good Time), launched Great White, helped Dokken get signed, and has a million stories and holds nothing back! Alan was very gracious and talks about the music industry’s past, present, and future!Continue reading


INTERVIEW: Gus Rios of Cold Slither Talks About Their G.I. Joe-Inspired Metal Debut


Cold Slither is here — and they’ve come to conquer both the metal world and Cobra Command!

In this exclusive interview, guitarist Gus Rios (Gruesome, Left To Die) breaks down the self-titled debut from his newest band, Cold Slither, a fierce and fun tribute to the legendary G.I. Joe universe. Out soon via Reigning Phoenix Music, this album blends blistering death-thrash with a heavy dose of nostalgia, inspired by the fictional band from the classic 1980s animated series. Gus shares how the project came together, the deeper concept behind the music, and how Cold Slither pays homage to beloved Saturday morning cartoon/comic book, and classic toy line, with the help of Hasbro!Continue reading


INTERVIEW: Chepang’s Kshitiz Moktan Talks “Jhyappa” and Grindcore Chaos


Prepare for sonic warfare. Nepal/New York grindcore collective Chepang has released their fiercest and most grooviest album yet. “Jhyappa,” out now on Relapse Records. Keefy chats with guitarist Kshitiz Moktan about the creation of the new album. Chepang’s rise from DIY roots to the global extreme music scene. Continue reading


INTERVIEW: Mike of Concept Cafes on His Love of Metal and Coffee


In this episode, Keefy chats with Mike of Concept Cafes Coffee!
Mike detailed his love affair with heavy music and coffee, the absolutely sick packaging and brand aesthetics, as well as working with Cannibal Corpse, GWAR, Testament, Ice Nine Kills, Motorhead, Shudder, Ministry, and more!Continue reading


INTERVIEW: Tom Osman Interviews In The Company of Serpents About Their New Album “A Crack In Everything”


In this episode, Tom Osman talks with Grant Netzorg of In The Company of Serpents about their new album “A Crack In Everything” (Self-Released). Check out the conversation! Continue reading


PODCAST: Episode – 758 Peter Rono of Kaonashi


In this episode, Keefy catches up with Peter Rono of Philadelphia’s Kaonashi! Their new album I Want To Go Home, out now via Equal Vision Records! Peter delved deep into the concept of the album and their series of concept albums, working with Anthony Green (Circa Survive, L.S. Dunes), and much more!Continue reading


INTERVIEW: Jensen of The Haunted Talks “Songs of Last Resort” with Ojayy of Ghost Cult


In this episode, Ojayy interviews Patrik Niels Jensen of The Haunted (also Witchery, and The Halo Effect live) about the new album “Songs of Last Resort” out now via Century Media Records! Jensen discussed the process of creating the new album, some recent history of his other bands, his past work on guitar plug-ins for modules, the “throwback” sound of the new album, and much more!Continue reading