Trendcrusher

In this episode, Vikram from the Indian rock band Grey Shack joins Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K to discuss the band's long-awaited return with their new album, In Gloom. Vikram shares insights into the creative journey behind the album, the challenges faced during its production, and the evolution of the band's sound since their earlier days.The conversation touches on the nostalgic moments of their past releases, the impact of personal experiences on their music, and the changes in the music industry landscape. The episode features the track Old Black Cat, showcasing the band's new acoustic style and lyrical depth.Website - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher

Showmik Das aka Obliterator from Germany-based death metal act Khnvm, is back on the podcast. The band have released their new album, Cosmocrator, via Testimony Records. Showmik shares with Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K the creative process, the importance of lyrics, and the evolving landscape of the metal industry in 2025. He opens up about personal struggles, the duality of his album, and the significance of having a supportive label. The episode starts with Starstorm, a track from black metal act, Imperialist upcoming album, Prime.Check out Cosmocrator - https://khnvm.bandcamp.com/album/cosmocratorhttps://spkr.store/collections/khnvmCheck out Imperialist - Prime - https://imperialistus.bandcamp.com/album/primeWebsite - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher

Garry Brents is back on the podcast. On this episode he discussed the return of the death metal project Sallow Moth with Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K. Garry shares the journey of reviving the project and the recently released album, Mossbane  Lantern, which is set to expand upon the themes introduced in his previous EP, Vial.Gary discusses the evolution of his sound, emphasizing a shift towards a more primal and brutal aesthetic while maintaining the technical elements that characterized his earlier work. The starts off with Blindsides from Car Bomb’s EP, Tiles Whispers Dreams. Track listCar Bomb - Blindsides Sallow Moth - Aethercave BootsFloating - Cough Choirhttps://sallowmoth.bandcamp.com/album/mossbane-lanternhttps://i-voidhangerrecords.bandcamp.com/album/mossbane-lanternhttps://floating-label.bandcamp.com/album/hesitating-lightsWebsite - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher

On this episode, Mike Monaco from the progressive metal band Cryptodira joins Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K to discuss their EP, Genesis of Error. The conversation explores the creative process behind the EP, including the decision to release it as an EP rather than a full-length album, and the significance of each track. Mike reflects on the challenges and experiences that shaped their journey during the pandemic. They delve into the band's musical influences, the importance of physical media, and how his father's passion for music has profoundly impacted his own journey as a musician.The episode starts with Steal from the Rich. Keep off Begho’s EP, I. Track listBegho - Steal from the Rich. KeepCryptodira - No MonumentsWebsite - https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/Twitter - @trendcrusherInstagram - @trendcrusher

In this episode, Paras Shakya from the black metal band Antim Grahan joins Peter ‘Trendcrusher’ K to discuss the band's journey from their inception in 2002 to the release of their latest album, Funeral Lament. Paras reflects on the challenges of starting a black metal band in Nepal, the evolution of their sound over the years, and the significance of incorporating traditional Nepali instruments into their music. They delve into the underground metal scene in Nepal, sharing insights about the community, the evolution of various bands, and the impact of international acts visiting the country. Paras also opens up about the band's hiatus and what motivated them to return to music, emphasizing their commitment to creating authentic and uncommercial sounds that resonate with their roots. The episode starts with Vajrasadhana I by Vajravarah.Track listVajravarah - Vajrasadhana IAntim Grahan - Into Eternal SlumberCheck out Funeral Lament - https://antimgrahan.comCheck out Vajrasadhana https://czarnagora.bandcamp.com/album/vajrasadhanaTune in to Horns Up - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hornsuppod.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Matt Young from King Parrot joins Peter 'Trendcrusher' K to discuss their highly anticipated album, A Young Person's Guide To.... After a lengthy hiatus since their last release, Matt shares his excitement about the upcoming tour and the whirlwind of activity leading up to the album launch.The conversation dives deep into the band's creative process, highlighting their new approach to recording that balances their organic sound with a more polished production. Matt reflects on their recent European tour, sharing stories of playing alongside heavyweights like Pantera and Power Trip, and the unique challenges of touring in vastly different environments.Track listMalevolence - So Help Me GodKing Parrot - Fuck You and the Horse You Rode In OnCheck out A Young Person's Guide To... - https://kingparrothc.bandcamp.com/album/a-young-persons-guide-tohttps://malevolence.bfan.link/where-only-the-truth-is-spoken

Debo Sanyal aka Dreamhour is back on the podcast, this time with Dokodoko. They delve into their musical journey since their last conversation, exploring the present and future of their sound. They discuss their upcoming gig at Degenerate Disco's 'Out of Phase' in Bombay, the evolution of their music, and the philosophical underpinnings of their latest EP, idk.Dreamhour and Dokodoko share their thoughts on creativity, confusion, and the importance of embracing uncertainty in their artistic process. They reflect on the challenges and joys of collaboration, the use of AI in their music video, and their plans for upcoming releases. Track listDreamer & Doko Doo - Heart, Heart, HeartExcise Dept - Baaro MalaCheck out IDK - https://dreamhour.bandcamp.com/album/idkhttps://excisedept.bandcamp.com/album/sab-kuch-mil-gaya-mujhe-vol-1Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, the gentle giant of the Indian indie scene, Sutej Singh, sits down with Peter ‘Trencrusher' K, they delve into his musical journey and the release of his latest album, Restless I Relentless. Sutej reflects on his evolution as an artist, the challenges of performing live, and the unique stage presence he brings to his shows. From his memorable performances at festivals to the intricate details of his stage persona, Suten shares insights into the creative process behind his music and the significance of authenticity in his art.Track listSutej Singh - KaadambariCheck out Restless, Relentless - https://sutejsingh.bandcamp.com/album/restless-relentlessWebsite - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Nico Elgstrand from Katatonia joins Peter 'Trendcrusher' K to discuss the band's latest album, Nightmares as an Extension of the Waking State, out now on Napalm Records. Nico shares his journey of transitioning from a live member to a full-fledged member of the band, detailing the challenges and excitement of contributing to the writing process of their 13th album. They delve into the unique sound of Katatonia, exploring the melancholic themes that permeate their music and how the band's evolution has shaped their latest work. The episode starts with Silence Like The Grave from Paradise Lost’s upcoming album, Ascension. Track listParadise Lost -  Silence Like The GraveKatatonia - ThriceCheck out Nightmares As Extensions Of The Waking State - https://katatonia.bandcamp.com/album/nightmares-as-extensions-of-the-waking-statehttps://lnk.to/KAT-NAEOTWSCheck out Ascension - https://paradiselostofficial.bandcamp.com/album/ascensionWebsite - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Andy Thomas from Rivers of Nihil joins Peter ‘Trencrusher' K to discuss their self-titled fifth album.They explore the creative process behind the album, the evolution of their sound, and how live performance shapes their music. Andy shares insights into the dynamics of the band, the impact of past albums, and what fans can expect from their upcoming tour.The episode starts with Blood of the People off Eschaton's album, Techtalitarian.Track listEschaton - Blood of the PeopleRivers of Nihil - House of LightCheck out Rivers of Nihil - https://riversofnihil.bandcamp.com/album/rivers-of-nihilmetalblade.com/riversofnihilhttps://eschaton-label.bandcamp.com/album/techtalitarianWebsite - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://trendcrusher.wordpress.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@trendcrusher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠