The Generations Army Interview Sweden Rock 2019

 

 I have seen the future of thrash and it is The Generations Army. Full on metal heads, these guys were just as excited to see Slayer, as they were to play their own set. And tear up the stage they did. The recordings of this band lay the groundwork for a band that will carry the torch of metal far, far into the future. 

Burning Witches interview@Sweden rock Festival

BURNING WITCHES live@Sweden Rock Festival The Interview
 Unleashing a juggernaut of power metal, BURNING WITCHES tested the waters of Sweden Rock with their brand new vocalist, Laura Guidemond(ex-SHADOWRISE). Her prowess and vocal style proved to be a tight fit with this iconic metal group. If she was nervous, it certainly did not show at all. She ruled that stage. we had a chance to speak with her and  drummer, Lala Frischknecht backstage after the gig.

How did it feel playing at Sweden Rock?
    Really awesome. A little nerve wracking but also really exciting to play this festival. We did not expect the response. Very Positive. It was bigger than we thought. Some people obviously knew the songs already so I was super curious to see how they would view me as the new singer. It was an early morning show but it was really nice to get them going.

How do you prepare mentally for a festival like this?
    Well for me it is the first time. So it was important to be comfortable with the set. learn the words so I fell I can do it because it was such a short time to be ready. If I feel prepared then I can do anything. Very important to have a good mood as well before playing. It helps.

Anything you do together before you go on stage as a ritual?
We Are joking laughing. It helps with tension.

What is next for Burning Witches?
Writing new songs. we actually have 4-5 ones written. We will record one song just to see the appetite for the band. We will be playing many festivals.

How important is social media?
You have to in the modern world. Social media helps. With it you can reach more people. Fans can hear what the new band is easier, unlike before.It's easier. It is a lot of work but it is fun too.

check this band out!!!

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ELECTRIC BOYS interview@ Sweden Rock Festival 2019

 

 Electric Boys are the true definition of consistent heavy rock and roll. Probably best known for their hit song "All lips and hips", the band and much of their peers from the time period faded for awhile from  mainstream attention. Weathering the grunge storm, the band continues  retaining their melodic hit machine style by continue to churn out masterful songs.ELECTRIC BOYS represent what is sorely missed in rock culture today, a thoroughly solid, fun, no nonsense approach rock band.

Veterans of a thousand stages and festivals, ELECTRIC BOYS do not let their fans down. Consistently delivering a rock and roll musical hammer that flattens any crowd. They Rock hard both onstage and off. The Sweden rock performance was a tour de force of pure musical power. They clearly love the music they create and the audience loves them.  We had a chance to talk briefly on the Marshall tour bus backstage.

How was the Sweden rock crowd?

  We thought they would be tired as we are playing on the last day of the festival but they were great. The average swede can drink way more than say an American. They were great.


What is the craziest thing that you have ever seen onstage?

 There have been so many things. But the first thing that comes to mind is when we did the Monsters of Rock tour. The first time we had gone back to America and of course we were really excited. Walking up a ramp trying to make it to soundcheck, when the ramp just dropped about 45 degrees. Boom! When something like that happens of course your whole life flashes in one second. I was ok but in shock you know. Somebody give me a drink, something.

What is next for the band?

 It's kind of a weird year. New songs. Finishing up some dates. We would love to tour in America as well. But you know its harder to get a work visa.


They play "All Lips And Hips" on HAIR NATION on sirius radio all the time. How do you feel about that?
Yeah, we will have to check that out. Ha. Then they play SALTY DOG right after us. We are musicians. We have no idea how that works but any money we made from that song was spent a long time ago. Back in those days record labels would throw money at you. They could never recoup what they gave out.  So we don't see any of the money when they play that song. At the end of the day you really play for your self on that stage. The rest is a bonus and it does change from venue to venue, city to city. But, We don't count money. We do what we do because we like doing it.

Electric Boys are currently working on their 6th album.
Electric Boys are:

• Conny Bloom (guitar and vocals)
• Andy Christell (bass)
• Franco Santunione (guitar)
• Niclas Sigevall (drums)
• Jolle Atlagic (drums

 SHOW DATES:

• 30 August (with The Quireboys) – Byscenen, Trondheim (Norway)
• 15 September – Raismes Fest, Raismes (France)
• 20 September – Kajskjulet, Halmstad (Sweden)

Out via Mighty Music on Vinyl, CD and all digital platforms:

Order here: http://targetshop.dk/electric-boys?lang=en

or at your local record pusher.

iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/se/album/the-ghost-ward-diaries/1437417612?l=en

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/album/3kA55Q5FDb8bklX3GL4fci?si=pEfEcQFwQmCRMipNxz6dxw

THUNDERMOTHER interview@sweden rock festival, 2019

Hard rock is supposed to be fun, loud, and sexy. Thundermother covers all that and then some. These girls know how to play and they know how to party down.
How did it feel playing for the crowd at Sweden Rock?
"In my opinion one of the best ever. The weather was perfect. we have no energy now. We gave it all and the people gave it all. They were so into it. Amazing.
Our batteries are spent.This is the biggest festival in Sweden We get to hang out with our friends and see some bands."
What is next?
"Summer full of festivals. Then home for 3 months and on tour for again. We live for it. we love to do this. It is a dream come true for us."

This is the only job?
 "Yes. We are humbled that we can do this."
Any plans to tour the states?
"Ace Frehley in Miami. Pre party for the Kiss Cruise. We love kiss and the kiss army. We get so much love from them on the last kiss cruise. There will be more news soon."
Any rituals before you go on stage?
"You prep yourself but we don't meditate or anything. we play loud music and party. We are not Bob Dylan and drinking tea. We like to dance and jump around."

What you get with this band is full on energy, passion, and pure rock and roll. Check them out!

www.thundermother.com

all photos by michael lindstrom jps media

Sweden Rock Day 4

Sweden Rock 2019 has officially closed out and what a time was had by all involved. Not sure what the total official count will end up being but it had to be at least 35000 screaming and dedicated metal fans from all over the world.

 Tearing the final stages apart were bands like,DUST BOWL JOKIES, JARED JAMES NICHOLS, ELECTRIC BOYS, STYX, HAMMERFALL,UFO, and more.
The day began with a heavy metal downpour that led some to doubt the continuity of the festival but the gods smiled and let the sweet Swedish sun shine through.

    SAXON proved their ageless mettle and delivered the goods like an iron horse through the night. Finally the unstoppable RITCHIE BLACKMORE descended from the Rainbow and enlightened all who would listen.
     This festival is one of the best, if not the best festivals in the world. Hands down, the staff and the programmers were all working in lockstep to make this one for the history books.

all photos by Michael Lindström (JPS Media)

OZ Band Interview Sweden Rock 2019

 

 OZ, Unleashed an energetic metal assault on the Sweden Rock crowd. Spearheaded by original member , drummer Mark Ruffneck, this band is a classic metal legend.
How do you feel about your longevity?
    "  This is the Mach 5 version of this band. When we started it was a cover band and we had a big dream of being rock stars. We only played Black Sabbath and Deep Purple.
 We never thought we would make it. Then they said you have to make your own music".

And you recorded the albums where?
 "So the albums were recorded in Sweden. We only had fax machines back then, no email. After awhile we had the fax machine going constantly. We have made all albums here in Sweden with different line ups."

After all these years what is the one thing that keeps you going?
  "We enjoy what we do. This makes us happy."

 Power, precision, passion, all combine, to deliver their music on their own terms. OZ is one band not to miss. One band any true metal fan should have in their collection.
10/10 Wolf Howls

http://www.ozofficial.com

New album: Transition State
You get it here: http://www.afm-records.de/

All photos by Michael Lindstrom and jpsmedia.com

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Jared James Nichols Interview@ Sweden Rock Festival 2019

We had a chance to speak with Jared James Nichols and his drummer, Dennis Holm, after their epic show at Sweden rock 2019

How did the show go?
I remember hearing about the festival and someone saying you could play there and I was like in one ear out the other. And then it happens. Its super cool. Funny has fast time goes.

What is the difference between American and European audiences?
  With Europe there is more of an artistry to it. In the states your either on top or on bottom. Here its a col community of people that just love music. The first show we ever played was in Belgium. There was a line out the door. It was sold out. And we were like this is different. We've always been embraced by European audiences. Every country is a little different. You just put your head down and go for it. Its pretty cool.

 Any where else?
 We will be in Japan with Buck Cherry. We have done so many support slots. It's great to see so many bands and play with bands we love. We will be in Australia. Nothing in this is ever set in stone. It's always evolving.

What is next as an artist?
    Put out another record and just stay on the road. I think that is the heartbeat of what we do. We have come this far. We will play in front of as many people as possible. Keep pushing.

Did you pick up the guitar and immediately start without a pick or is it something you changed to later on?
 Here's the thing I started as a lefty and eventually I had a teacher who said no play it like this(right handed) He said you have to use a pick and so I followed the rules. And after about five years I was really advancing and I found my picking hand was chasing my fretting hand so I just got rid of the it. So now I'm known for that, known as the no pick guy. I feel more locked in. I just tried to do my own thing. It was cool when I figured it all out. I will feel it at night in my fingers. I was jamming with Steve Vai and I plugged in and he was looking at me like what is up with this guy. After wards he came up and was like oh my God. It was cool.

No effects then?
 I just run straight into the amp. I just released a signature amp with blackstar. I can really rely on it. Its my comfort. It is liberating. There is nothing between you and the amp.

Check out this incredibly gifted and down to earth guitarist.
www.youtube.com/jjnicholsmusic
www.reverbnation.com/jaredjamesnichols

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Joe Lynn Turner Live Show Review/Sweden Rock 2019

    Sweden Rock 2019 welcomed classic hard rock icon JOE LYNN TURNER on Opening day of the festival,June 5th 2019.  The Swedish crowd was more than ready to be rocked by one of the music industries endearing Rock and Roll masters. And on this day they were not disappointed.

      JOE LYNN TURNER absolutely owned that stage with his own brand of confident heavy, superior vocal supremacy. His ageless swagger and signature sunglasses held that crowd in pure musical hypnosis. The first day festival faithful  could hear and see his musical genius. 

    JOE LYNN TURNER'S voice and legacy are what drives fans to sing along, and younger musicians to pick up their instruments. Truly, he still has a tremendous passion for his craft.
      CRY OF THE WOLF MAGAZINE rates his performance 10/10 wolf howls.

http://www.joelynnturner.com

All photos by Michael Lindstrom and jpsmedia.com

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Sweden Rock Day 3

Well 3 days in and this festival never stops producing great acts and even greater service. This is one of the best heavy metal/ rock festivals in the world. BURNING WITCHES starts off the day with sonic precision. Followed by other acts like THUNDERMOTHER, THE QUILL, CANDLEMASS, JAG PANZER.

 Into this fray Wade's ZZ TOP and these blues masters destroy the festival stage. DISTURBED,WITCHFYNDE, MAGNUM all give way to the unstoppable best band in the world..KISS...fire breathing monsters of arena rock this band knows how to work a crowd. And the fans at Sweden rock gave it right back to them.

 More to come....

All photos by Michael Lindström (JPS Media)

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Sweden Rock 2019 Day 2

Sweden rock 2019 day 2 is now wrapped up culminating in a historic final hydrogen bomb attack by the mighty SLAYER! Just a fiery set by this American Thrash iconic band. What a way to say farewell.

 Thursdays ultimate metal fest also saw burning hot performances by BLAZE BAYLEY, COBRA CULT, BLACKBERRY SMOKE and more. Into the middle of this musical hurricane strode the boys from AMON AMARTH.

They conquered the fire rimmed stage like the metal vikings they are and just overran us with power viking death! KROKUS and ARCH ENEMY also waged a sonic war with the crowd.

 It was an incredible sight to see the crowd surging towards the TENACIUOS D stage and scream in approval at the onstage metal assault by JACK BLACK.

DEF LEPPARD continued to bring its hallmark and well crafted hard rocking ballads to the forefront and played as the sun began to set.
Meanwhile in the tents, SCARLET

 and SINS IN VAIN
kept the temps high as they whipped the tent crowds into frenzy. Ending the fest with SLAYER was pure genius and the crowd was left obliviated. Just another day at SWEDEN ROCK but hold on there is more to come.....

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