Clips from Steve Francis of Bulletbelt interview

Band Insights:

• Artwork and Album Evolution: We explored the intricate artwork for the band's albums, painted by talented artist Nick Keller, who has also collaborated with bands such as Beast Wars and Black Dahlia Murder.

• Songwriting & Band Dynamics: The band's songwriting process involves contributions from various members, aiming to create dynamic and catchy songs following the principle "don't bore us, get to the chorus."

International Recognition and New Album:

• Production Process: We delved into the band's disciplined and professional approach to songwriting, outfitting their upcoming album with additional vocal talent for big choruses and aiming for international recognition.

• Tour Plans: Once the album is released, the band aims to tour across the country, embracing performance opportunities and exploring evolving sounds.

The Metal Scene and Deep Dive:

• Tape Trading and Nostalgia: The conversation shifted to nostalgia as we reminisced about practices like tape trading and ordering merchandise internationally, sharing our experiences with old-fashioned methods of connecting with bands.

Inspiration and Return of the Podcast:

• Musical Influences: We touched on aspects of songwriting inspiration, the impact of metal on our lives, and the evolving New Zealand metal scene.

• Podcast Update: We discussed the return of the podcast and upcoming format changes, despite initial mental blocks, excited to dive into intriguing conversations.

We hope you find these tidbits intriguing and inspiring. Our passion for music and the metal scene continues to drive us, and we're thrilled to share these experiences with you.