Moshpit Backstage Archives

Dean spoke to vocalist Ravn from Norwegian black metal act 1349 about the band's first Australian tour. The pair discuss the logistics of 1349's live shows, which the band takes great pride in, as well as what drew Ravn to the gnarly black metal genre. "1349 is finally coming to our Australia and New Zealand legions,and can ́t wait to unleash our aural hellfire on you all! See you in February!" - 1349 Originally aired 3rd December 2015. Tune in to SYN's Punk and Metal Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

Chris Rowden performs in Hope Drone, an Australian heavy band playing blend of black metal and sludge with an emphasis on atmosphere. Hailing from Brisbane, Hope Drone released their debut album earlier 'Cloak of Ash' earlier this year and are touring down under with Germany's Downfall of Gaia this November. Ben spoke to Chris about the album, how the band recreates atmosphere on stage, how they signed with Relapse Records, being approached by Downfall of Gaia for a tour and the inspiration for the lyrics. Members:Chris Rowden (Guitar, Vocals)Karl Hartwig (Guitar, Noise)Aaron Pickersgill (Bass)Francis Keil (Drums) https://www.facebook.com/HopeDronehttp://www.hopedrone.com Tune in to SYN's Punk and Metal Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro by Vintage Ruin

Dean chats to multi-instrumentalist Vincent from British rock/metal band Anathema. The pair speak about the new live album 'A SORT OF HOME COMING', filmed in his home town Liverpool, which is out today! They also talk up their acoustic tour in Australia! Members: • Vincent Cavanagh - Vocals, Guitar, Keys • Danny Cavanagh - Guitar, Keys, Vocals • John Douglas - Acoustic/Electronic Percussion • Lee Douglas - Vocals • Jamie Cavanagh - Bass • Daniel Cardoso - Drums https://www.facebook.com/anathemamusic/?fref=ts Originally aired 5/11/15 on New Noise. Tune in to SYN's Punk and Metal Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1

For only the second time ever, Swedish melodic death metal legends At The Gates toured Australia! Ben spoke to guitarist Martin Larsson about the band's reunion and the decision to release a new album in 2014 entitled 'At War with Reality'. https://www.facebook.com/AtTheGatesOfficial/ Original airdate: 29/10/15 Tune in to SYN's Punk and Metal Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

Ben spoke to Devin Townsend about the Devin Townsend Project's Australian tour with Periphery, the latest album and some of his other projects. Mr Townsend also reveals much about himself in this extended interview! Shortened version of this aired on the 22nd of October 2015 on New Noise on the Moshpit on SYN. Tune in to SYN's Punk and Metal Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1

Ben spoke to the lead singer of Hammerfall Joacim Cans about the band's very first show in Australia and why it took so long. In this extended interview, they also talk about the band's latest studio album (R)evolution, their many cover, Game of Thrones references in their music and an Internet myth that Hammerfall was disqualified from a local music contest called Rockslaget. Originally aired 8th October 2015 on New Noise. Tune in to SYN's Punk and Metal Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro by Vintage Ruin

Ben spoke on the phone with Andrew Hudson, frontman of Melbourne thrash metal band Harlott! They discussed the band's new album 'Proliferation', his vocal style, the ongoing European tour, their hilarious music video for 'Systematic Reduction' and more! Originally aired on the 1st of October on The Anthology on Moshpit on SYN after 10pm. https://www.facebook.com/HarlottOfficialhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8GnF4ntE7g Tune in to SYN's Punk and Metal Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1

Stefan spoke to Misfits legend Jerry Only (many months before the reunion was announced) about the horror punk band's upcoming Australian tour and reminisced some Aussie moments from years back. Jerry confirmed that some new songs are in the works for the "second round of the band", while discussing songs from the early days. Mr Only also gave us origin story of the devilock hairstyle he created and touches on the grave robbing story. Radio edit originally aired 3rd December 2015 on New Noise. Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

Melbourne's math punk (or jazz punk or hardcore?) band DriveTime Commute join Steven and Dean live in the Moshpit on SYN studio to talk up their new single 'Sharkitect' that will be on an EP early next year. Members Max, Roscoe and Basil also hype up their live shows and hope that it's not a "DryTime" for listeners. Roscoe - Vox,Basil - Guitar/Vox,Dave - Guitar/Vox,Casper - Bass,Max - Drums. http://drivetimecommute.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/drivetimecommute Originally aired 26th November 2015. Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

In Moshpit's very first interview at podcast length, Stefan chats to frontwoman Phoebe Pinnock from Melbourne hard rock/metal band Heaven the Axe.Phoebe opens up about her musical beginnings, her bogan love story, what astrology means to her, plus responding to Twitter love.The metal goddess also talks about working with comedy filmmaker Paul Fenech (Fat Pizza, Housos, Bogan Hunters, Swift & Shift Couriers, Dumb Criminals) to write theme songs, playing in Indonesia, the music business, and whether Heaven the Axe is a mythical guitar! Originally aired (radio edit) November 19th 2015. Don't have an hour to spare? Listen to the shortened version here: https://omny.fm/shows/moshpit/heaven-the-axe-phoebe-pinnock-on-musical-beginning https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwOJ5bE20Gc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heaventheaxe/?fref=tsYoutube: http://bit.ly/1eOaKeJDownload on iTunes: http://bit.ly/154OKCSWebsite: www.heaventheaxe.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/phoebepinnockhttps://twitter.com/heaventheaxeMembers: Phoebe Pinnock, Steve Watts, Azza Bok, Timothy Miedecke, Tom RossellGenre: Hard Rock MetalHome Town: Melbourne Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin.

Phoebe Pinnock from Melbourne hard rock/metal band Heaven the Axe chats to Stefan about her musical beginnings, what astrology means to her and the most bogan love story ever. She also responds to a few tweets from fans. The extended interview that goes for over an hour can be listened to right here! https://omny.fm/shows/moshpit/heaven-the-axe-phoebe-pinnock-on-bogan-hunters-ant https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otPNHoyN8DQ&feature=youtu.be Originally aired November 19th 2015. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heaventheaxe/?fref=tsYoutube: http://bit.ly/1eOaKeJDownload on iTunes: http://bit.ly/154OKCSWebsite: www.heaventheaxe.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/phoebepinnockhttps://twitter.com/heaventheaxe Members: Phoebe Pinnock, Steve Watts, Azza Bok, Timothy Miedecke, Tom RossellGenre: Hard Rock MetalHome Town: Melbourne Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin.

Stu McGill, founding member of Perth power metallers Silent Knight, spoke to Stefan about the band's new album Conquer and Command, their cover of 'The Final Countdown', Indonesian audiences, Australia's power metal scene and much more!Members: Cameron Daw Cameron Nicholas Jesse Onur Oz Stu McGill Paul WrigleyPerth’s traditional power metal experts, Silent Knight have been climbing the ranks of Australia’s metal scene since forming in 2011.https://www.facebook.com/silentknightband/Original airdate: 22/10/15 Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin.

Hear Stefan's interview with singer Kat Sproule from Melbourne power metal act Horizons Edge! Their new album 'Heavenly Realms' is out NOW with killer artwork to boot!Kat opens up about her musical beginnings, opening for Helloween and her views on the Australian power metal scene!Air date: 29/10/15https://www.facebook.com/horizonsedgeofficial/http://horizonsedge.reverbnation.com/Kat Sproule- Vocals,Eddy Grosso- Lead/Rhythm Guitar,Josh Ristrom- Lead/Rhythm Guitar,Campbell Hill- Keyboard,Ryan Koetsveld- Bass,Dean Lewer- Drums. Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin.

Dean, Steven and Stefan spoke to bassist of Moose Blood Kyle Todd about the band's first Australian tour for the Soundwave Festival! Todd also talked about the band's success after the release of their debut album. Original airdate: 29/10/15 Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin.

Ben speaks to Amos Williams, bassist for influential British progressive metal band TesseracT. The two discuss TesseracT's third studio album Polaris (out September 18th), the return of original vocalist Daniel Tompkins and their upcoming Australian tour in mid-October.Original air date of shortened version: 27th August 2015 on New Noise, after 8pm. Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin.

Here is the extended interview with rock goddess and band namesake Virginia Lillye from Sydney's Lillye! Stefan spoke to Virginia about her hard rock band's self-titled EP, the new music video for 'Who I'm Meant to Be', and uncovered some exclusive info on the upcoming album! Virginia also opened up about living in Germany, singing for the troops in Afghanistan and how she got into music all those years ago! Original airdate of shortened version: 22 October 2015 on Skankabilly on the Moshpit on SYN Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

Nicolas Delastrade is the bass player from French metalcore/progessive metal band Novelists, and he spoke with Stefan. Nicolas and Stefan discussed Novelist's origins, the band's newly released second album 'Souvenirs', the French heavy music scene, the international reach of the French language in music. Nicolas also talks about his favourite Australian artists, including guitar great Plini, who makes a guest appearance on their song '5:12 AM'. NOVELISTS »Souvenirs« (out 06/11/2015) *Not out earlier, as Stefan mistakenly says in the interview.* Originally aired 15/10/15 on New Noise. Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/ Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYN Hashtag: #MoshpitonSYN Website: www.SYN.org.au/Moshpit Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1 Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpit Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

Ali Tabatabaee from Zebrahead talks to Stefan about the band's 12th studio album, Walk the Plank (out October 16th), what he thinks about Australian audiences, and his favourite artists.Stefan also gets nostalgic talking about his first Zebrahead experience with the song 'His World', a song Ali and Matty Lewis wrote for the 2006 video game Sonic the Hedgehog.The edited radio version of this interview aired on the 8th October 2015 on 'Skankabilly' at 9pm on SYN 90.7.Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

Luke 'Wailin H' Monks from Gay Paris had an in-depth discussion with Stefan about the new record 'Ladies and Gentlemen, May we Present to you, The Dark Arts', the effort to crowdfund it and why the closing track 'If Beasts Pray' is his favourite. He also answers questions about the upcoming tour, the band's name and origins.Aired October 1st 2015.https://www.facebook.com/gayparis Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin

Mikey, the singer from Melbourne punk/thrash metal band Party Vibez, joined Dean, Steven and Stefan on New Noise to talk Skitzmix #666 split vinyl. This new release is a collaboration with thrash metal band and Sydneysiders, Sorcery, who Party Vibez are also touring with!Mikey also talks about his experience performing with Party Vibez at Soundwave 2013!Originally aired 24th September 2015 on New Noise. Tune in to SYN's Punk, Metal and Rock Night, Moshpit, on 8pm-11pm Thursdays, on SYN 90.7 FM & Digital, and online at www.syn.org.au.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Moshpitonsyn/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @MoshpitSYNHashtag: #MoshpitonSYNWebsite: www.SYN.org.au/MoshpitSubscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moshpitonsyn?sub_confirmation=1Omny Podcast: http://omnyapp.com/shows/moshpitSubscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/moshpit-backstage-podcast/id1103834864?ls=1 Intro/Outro music by Vintage Ruin