Void Sinker, the one-man project of Italian musician Guglielmo Allegro, crafts instrumental doom and drone metal that explores themes of isolation and transformation, weaving through evocative soundscapes that defy boundaries. In this interview, he offers a fascinating insight into the recording process from a solo artist’s perspective, focusing on his latest 2024 album, Stuck, while discussing the evolution of Void Sinker. He also shares his thoughts on the current Italian doom, sludge, and drone metal scene, reflecting on its vibrancy and influence, and the challenges and rewards of being an independent artist.
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Q&A: Ze Stoner
Stoner rock thrives on heavy riffs, hypnotic rhythms, and a touch of spiritual exploration – and Ze Stoner delivers all this with their unique twist. Formed in Israel, the duo draws clear inspiration from genre legends like OM and Sleep, channeling their influence into a blend of meditative psychedelia and inspiring heaviness. In this Q&A, Alexander and Dor share their journey, from their first impromptu performance in the woods to crafting their didgeridoo-laden, desert-inspired soundscapes. Dive into their story to discover the heart of their music and their vision for stoner rock’s future in Israel and beyond.
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Buzzard’s Doom Folk (2024) is an album that defies expectations, bridging the gap between the haunting weight of doom metal and the stripped-down honesty of folk music. The album combines gloomy-yet-cheeky, Sabbath-inspired riffs with the raw storytelling tradition of American folk music, creating something wholly unique. In this interview, Buzzard’s mastermind Christopher Thomas Elliott delves into the origins of the project, the creative processes behind Doom Folk, and the influences that shaped its distinctive sound.
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