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Published: 04 February 2025

• Interview
• Jana Komaritsa
• Darkrad

Interview with

Jana Komaritsa (music, vocals) from Darkrad

We have known each other through the Industrial scene for almost 20 years, yet we’ve only met face-to-face twice so far. Despite the distance, our shared passion for music and art has kept our connection alive. This year, I hope that changes - I missed her stunning performance at Club Debil in January, but with the opening of her own space, WonderCat, in Leiden, I am looking forward to hearing more from her in the near future. In this interview, we dive into her journey of artistic transformation, the challenges of moving countries, and the deeply personal process of bringing WonderCat to life.

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Published: 30 January 2025

• Interview
• Lord of the Lost
• Chris Harms

Interview with

Chris Harms

Chris Harms, the frontman of the renowned German band LORD OF THE LOST, is set to unveil his debut solo album, ‘1980’. Scheduled for release on February 7, 2025, under Napalm Records, this album is the realization of a long-held dream. With ‘1980’, Harms immerses listeners in the nostalgic synth-driven sounds of the 80s, blending elements of electronic music, New Wave, and Gothic aesthetics - a departure from the signature guitar-heavy sound of LORD OF THE LOST.

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Published: 30 January 2025

• Interview
• Tom Axer
• Düsseldorf

Interview with

Tom Axer (music, vocals) from Düsseldorf

The concept of a bunker as a metaphor for entrapment is both evocative and unsettling. In a world where history often repeats itself in echoes of conflict and resilience, the psychological and emotional weight of confinement takes on a universal significance. With ‘Bunker Musick’, Tom Axer and Leander Roenick have crafted an album that is not only an exploration of historical fortifications but also a deeply immersive sonic experience that captures the emotions of isolation, defiance, and survival.

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Published: 23 January 2025

• Interview
• Papillon De Nuit
• Stephen Kennedy

Interview with

Stephen Kennedy (music, lyrics) from Papillon de Nuit

Some creative journeys are born from a sense of urgency, others from years of meticulous work behind the scenes. For Stephen, the mind behind PAPILLON DE NUIT, it’s a blend of both. After two decades of working with bands as a manager, promoter, and tour manager, he finally turned the spotlight on his own creativity, crafting music that blends Gothic, Classical, Opera, and poetry into something both delicate and profound. Driven by an awareness of time’s fleeting nature, Stephen channels his life experiences, poetic sensibilities, and love of sound into a project that is as much about the present as it is about permanence. PAPILLON DE NUIT - “born in the night, released into the day” - is more than a musical project; it’s an evocative exploration of art, emotion, and the inevitable passage of time. Now, as he prepares to release a song every month and dreams of bringing his music to life in atmospheric settings, we dive into the inspirations, challenges, and creative philosophy behind PAPILLON DE NUIT.

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Published: 12 January 2025

• Interview
• Spherical Disrupted
• Audiophob
• Mirco Hentrich

Interview with

Mirko Hentrich (music) from Spherical Disrupted & Audiophob Label

SPHERICAL DISRUPTED has been carving its niche in the electronic and experimental music scene for decades. With its deep, atmospheric soundscapes and hypnotic rhythms, the project, helmed by Mirko, continues to push boundaries while staying true to its core. As a co-founder of the Audiophob label, he has also played a pivotal role in creating a platform for artists exploring Ambient, Dark Electronic, and Experimental sounds. On January 18th, 2025, SPHERICAL DISRUPTED will celebrate its 100th live show at a highly anticipated event in Dresden, marking a milestone in a journey defined by innovation and dedication. Here, Mirko reflects on his creative process, the evolution of Audiophob, and his vision for the future.

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