Bloodcrown's new lyric video for "When Wolves" delves into inner strength and ego. Let's explore the inspirations, themes, and creative process behind this track and their upcoming album, "Sound of Flesh and Bone."
1. Congratulations
on the release of your new lyric video for "When Wolves." Can you
tell us about the inspiration behind this song and its lyrical themes?
Hey! Thanks a lot for checking out our new
lyric video for "When Wolves." I dont know where the inspiration for
this particular song came from, I (Rick) were just fooling around with some
ideas in the studio and I kind of liked the feeling to the first riff in the
song so I just took it from there .
The lyrics of
"When Wolves" paint a vivid picture of the struggle between inner
strength and ego, symbolized by the transformation of wolves breaking an oath
and becoming a god-like figure. The verses depict a journey of self-discovery
and the consequences of succumbing to pride and self-righteousness. The imagery
of wolves hunting represents the internal battle against one's own inflated ego
and the need to confront one's true self. It's a powerful reflection on the
dangers of losing oneself to arrogance and the importance of humility in the
face of inner turmoil.
2. Your
upcoming album, "Sound of Flesh And Bone," is set to release on July
26th. What can fans expect from this album in terms of musical direction and
lyrical content?
Those lucky
ones who will buy or stream the album can expect a blend of groovy yet brutal
metal inspired by death metal bands like The Haunted, Pantera, and At The
Gates. The album explores themes of inner strength, resilience, and the primal
aspects of our nature.
3. Bloodcrown's
music often delves into deep and dark themes like mental illness, social
conspiracies, and existential struggles. How do you approach writing lyrics
about such complex subjects?
Well we have
walked this earth for some time now and as many others we have our own
struggles and one of the best tools to handle them is to put pen to paper. When
we write about those heavy topics like mental health, social issues, and deep
struggles, we aim to approach them with honesty and depth.
4. The
album features 11 tracks and has been compared to bands like The Haunted, At
The Gates, and Entombed. How have these influences shaped the sound of
"Sound of Flesh And Bone"?
The influences
of bands like The Haunted, At The Gates, and Entombed have had a significant
impact on not just our album but the whole scene. These bands are known for
their intense and energetic music, which has inspired us to infuse our album
with a blend of groovy yet a little bit more brutal elements.
5. Could
you share some insights into the recording and mixing process at Scorched Noise
Productions with Rickard Gustafsson? How did you achieve the desired sound for
this album?
When we first
entered the studio we hadn't a clue of what we were aiming for, not even music
wise. So from day one it was sort of a mace finding our sound, but we are more
than happy with the end result and also recording and mixing in Rick's studio
just made it so laid back and comfortable with zero stress elements.
6. "When
Wolves" has received positive feedback for its pulsating double bass,
well-composed riffs, and abrasive vocals. How do you balance these elements to
create the signature Bloodcrown sound?
So, when we put together the beats, riffs, and
vocals in "When Wolves," we try to mix them just right to get that
Bloodcrown vibe. The fast drums keep things pumped, the guitar parts add depth,
and the rough vocals bring the edge. It's all about finding that sweet spot
where everything clicks.
7. The
album cover and logo design by Marcio Blasphemator and Barry Halldan,
respectively, are striking. How important is the visual aspect to Bloodcrown's
overall artistic expression?
Mario has a
very unique style to his art and it just fitted very well with our sound, Barry
work as full time tattoo artist so a lot of our visual style originates from
his work.
8. Bloodcrown's
lineup features a mix of roles among the members, with some handling both
guitar and bass duties. How do you manage the dynamics within the band to
ensure a cohesive creative process?
Yes you're
right, me (Rick) and Johan share the instrument duties and Barry focuses on the
vocal arrangements and lyrics.
It's more of a
strength than a difficulty and sure as hell makes recording stuff a lot easier,
the dynamic between me and Johan is very laid back and non pretentious.
9. With
"Sound of Flesh And Bone" addressing themes of liberation from social
order and struggles beyond the physical world, what message or experience do
you hope listeners take away from this album?
We hope our
music makes you feel strong and ready to tackle whatever comes your way,
whether it's internal or external. It's all about finding that inner power and
using it to push through. We just want our music to connect with you and give
you that boost when you need it.
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