1. Tell us about your latest release
“Our latest release is titled ‘Fallen Son,’ coming out through Wanikiya Record/Promotion. It’s a track that we feel truly stands on its own in the current landscape. We built it around a slow-burning, thick groove that sets a heavy mood before it explodes into a high-pitched falsetto chorus—a sound we believe is unmatched in today’s hard rock genre. Conceptually, it’s designed to transport the listener to a place that feels both magical and dangerous at the same time. Think of it like being surrounded by twisted trees underneath a dark, heavy sky. It’s a visceral experience that we can’t wait for everyone to hear.”
2. How would you describe your sound?
“We describe it as ‘in your face’ hard rock. It’s high-energy, unapologetic, and heavy. We aim for a sound that hits you immediately but has enough layers to keep you coming back to find something new each time you listen.”
3. What do you write about?
“Our lyrical content is a wide-reaching journey. It expands from the classical depths of Dante’s Inferno to the raw, everyday grit of scribblings on a bathroom wall. We like to mix ancient incantations with absurd commentary on the failings of humanity and the strange complexities of life. It’s about finding the connection between the sacred and the profane.”
4. What do you listen to when you are home?
“I’m constantly scouring the web for new sounds. To me, independent music is the only thing left with real soul and edge. Lately, I’ve been spinning a lot of heavy psychedelic and stoner rock—bands like King Buffalo for those thick riffs and All Them Witches for that blues-infused grit. I also dig the progressive, riff-driven energy of Elder, the melodic hooks of Slomosa, and the doom-psychedelic mix of REZN. I love music that is heavy and atmospheric without needing to be extreme just for the sake of it.”
5. Your favourite live performance so far?
“It would definitely be our recent show with Live Nation at the House of Blues in San Diego. We had the honor of opening for Stitched Up Heart, who are just an incredibly talented band. What made it even more of a high was the fact that Zakk Wylde was performing in the room right next to us at the same time. Having that much legendary talent in one building at once was an absolute rush and a real milestone for Black Sunday.”
6. Tell us a funny story that happened in studio or on stage
“We once played a dive bar where the band we were opening for—who were actually quite good, so I won’t name them—had some very ‘unique’ pre-show rituals. One member was walking around the bar trying to sell everyone homemade soap, while another member was literally screaming Bible verses at me, trying to convince me he was going to convert me to Christianity before the night was over. It was one of those strange, out-of-the-blue occurrences that only happens in the underground scene. Definitely made for an interesting backstage vibe!”
7. Your favourite albums?
“The first Black Sabbath album will always be with me—it’s where the heavy foundation started. Even though it’s on a different record, I have to mention the song ‘Planet Caravan’; it’s a track I can put on anywhere, at any time, and just completely dig. Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ is another one I can play over and over and still find something new in. I’m also a huge fan of tracks like ‘Mother’ and ‘Fearless.’ For that raw, alternative energy, Smashing Pumpkins’ ‘Gish’ is essential, especially the song ‘Snail’—you just have to turn that one up. I also have to include ‘De-Loused in the Comatorium’ by The Mars Volta. It’s majestic, intricate, and explosive. It took me a while to fully grasp it, but once it clicked, it was life-changing. Lastly, while I love all of Alice in Chains, Mad Season’s ‘Above’ (Layne Staley’s project) is incredibly deep, emotional, and dark. It represents a specific time in my life and hits that somber mood perfectly every time.”
8. A musician you would like to meet for a beer?
“Since I write lyrics, I’ve always paid close attention to that craft, and for me, it would have to be David Bowie. He was truly an artist from the future—we still haven’t caught up to him. He had this incredible ability to blend so many different styles of music, and he was always deeply tuned into the art world around him. I’ve always admired how he could cross-reference obscure art expositions or burgeoning music that no one else was even noticing yet. His vanguard lifestyle and unapologetic wildness were legendary. Having a beer and a long talk with someone who saw the world through such a unique and expansive lens would have been an incredible experience.”
9. What would you ask for backstage, if you were the most important band on earth?
“If we were at that level, my requests would be all about the theatricality of the show. I’d want massive 10’x10’ marble urns on each side of the stage with huge fires roaring inside them. To kick things off, I’d have an old man in a hooded, translucent cape—where you could almost see through to his weathered, wrinkled frame—walk out onto the stage. He’d be carrying a massive Black Sunday flag, and the show wouldn’t officially begin until he raised that flag high in the air. It’s about creating a sense of ancient ritual and grandiosity before we even play the first note.”
10. What are your plans for the near future?
“Realistically, the goal is to continue writing songs that I truly love with my brothers in the band. The term ‘rockstar’ has become a bit of a cliché, so for us, it’s more about finding our audience—our tribe—who truly appreciates what we’re doing. We just want to stay busy, keep creating, and always have new projects on the horizon. That’s what really makes me happy: the constant motion and the chance to keep sharing our music with the world.”
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