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Interview with Østen Vige Bergøy (vocals) and Tommy Olsson (guitar) from Long Night
At the beginning of October, we here in Leeds were treated to two awesome wonders from the land of Vikings and perpetual sunrise - I am of course talking about Norway. One of these was a spectacular light show in the sky, the other was a spectacular live show at the Lending Room. The long running premier goth night: Carpe Noctum was celebrating its 25th anniversary and LONG NIGHT were the headline act. LONG NIGHT are a three-piece band from Stavanger in Norway… consisting of Østen Vige Bergøy (THE MORENDOES, TRISTANA) on vocals and both Tommy Olsson (THE MORENDOES, THEATRE OF TRAGEDY, ELUSIVE) and Arnie Sørlie (DESSPO) on guitar. Together they produce an etheric sound that is simultaneously slightly melancholy but melodious, with a slight 60s vibe… Darkwave Goth meets Jim Morrison. It was my first time hearing the band, but I was so impressed that I intercepted Østen after the gig, to request an interview. A couple of weeks later, I had the pleasure of chatting to Østen and Tommy, one Sunday afternoon, from their native Norway. We were joined on the Zoom call by a very special guest: Tommy’s incredibly laid-back cat, Sherlock!
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Interview withThomas Rainer (music, vocals) and Kateryna Gubanova (performance / keys) from Nachtmahr
NACHTMAHR, the brainchild of Thomas Rainer, has been a provocative force in the Industrial and Electronic music scenes since its inception. Known for its unapologetically aggressive sound and controversial visual aesthetics, the project has consistently pushed the boundaries of both music and art.
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Interview withGil OS (music, vocals) from Amorphous
Gil OS, the creative force behind AMORPHOUS, has consistently pushed the boundaries of electronic music, blending elements of EBM, Industrial, and Techno with a unique flair that has captivated audiences worldwide. His latest project, ‘Skepticism’, showcases his ability to tackle complex themes such as societal decay, disillusionment, and the influence of technology while maintaining the distinctive AMORPHOUS sound.
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Interview withRalf Dörper and Michael Mertens from Propaganda
Forty years since their inception and nearly two decades since their last release, the iconic Art-Synth band PROPAGANDA is back with a self-titled album that embodies the depth and drama of their early work while exploring fresh sounds and styles. Ralf Dörper and Michael Mertens, the principal songwriting duo, have crafted this album entirely in their native Düsseldorf, reflecting both personal and societal changes since their previous release. With guest appearances from acclaimed artists like HAUSCHKA and THUNDER BAE, PROPAGANDA stays true to its roots while evolving its sound.
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Interview withKristell Lowagie (vocals) from Lovelorn Dolls
LOVELORN DOLLS, the Belgian dark Synth-Rock duo, are back with their fourth album, ‘Deadtime Stories’, set to release on May 24th via Alfa Matrix / SPLEEN+. Consisting of Kristell Lowagie on vocals and Bernard Daubresse on guitars and synths, the duo masterfully blends Gothic Rock elements with dark, catchy melodies.
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