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It's not been the easiest of journeys for Joel Holmqvist, but now the vocalist of Swedish alt-metal band AVIANA is ready to take the world by storm with their new album Corporation. AVIANA released a string of singles ahead of the record, including the heavy, fast-paced Paradox - we caught up with Holmqvist to discuss the track's themes, behind the scenes stories and more. 

German duo Kill Strings have released their striking debut album 'LIMBO', combining elements of Royal Blood, Muse and Depeche Mode into an irresistible blend of alt-rock. We caught up with vocalist/guitarist Lee surrounding the album's release to discuss the band's formation, influences, ambitions, future plans and more. 

Circa Waves are a staple of the UK indie-rock scene, coming up to eight years since their iconic debut 'Young Chasers'. The band have gone from strength to strength ever since this LP, with sets in front of tens of thousands of people on main stages now the norm for the band. We caught up with vocalist Kieran Shudall and bassist Sam Rourke at Leeds Festival to discuss their summer of festivals, their new EP 'Hell on Earth' and more.

Australian indie-rock quartet Dear Seattle return with their emotion-fuelled album 'Someday', delivering a message of reassurance throughout the eleven tracks. We caught up with vocalist/guitarist Brae Fisher following the album release to discuss the band's influences, ambitions, future plans and more. 

THUMPER are one of a whole host of talented bands that hail from Dublin. Following in the modern footsteps of Fontaines D.C. and The Murder Capital, and inspired by Dublin's creative hub, THUMPER are trying to bring an exciting brand of chaotic yet thoughtful music to the ears of many. Following the release of their debut 'Delusions of Grandeur', we spoke to lead singer Oisín Furlong and guitarist Alan Dooley about the band’s gradual rise.

The world is a scary place right now and Grief Ritual are here to channel that through their debut EP 'Spiritual Disease'. Released later this week, the twenty-minute record explores the stripping away of human rights, increased poverty and wealth inequality, all wrapped up in a punishing concoction of blackened metallic hardcore, post-metal, and black/death metal. We caught up with vocalist Jamie Waggett to discuss Grief Ritual's band's formation, influences, ambitions and more. 

If you like your rock with a touch of pop and 80s inspiration, then allows us to introduce you to German rock outfit blacktoothed. We caught up with the band's lead vocalist Hendrik following the release of their new album 'JULI', to discuss their formation, ambitions, future plans and more.  

We sat down with Alex and Benny G just prior to their set at Boardmasters.

Fin Power of STONE talked to us about their busy festival season and what else is to come from the Liverpool quartet this year.

Boston Manor are one of the best British prospects from the current era of rock music. Their brand of melodic, heavy, and sonically sound music has caught fans' attention from across the globe. We spoke to lead singer Henry Cox at 2000trees to discuss their upcoming album 'Datura', their love of the festival, and what the rest of the year will bring.