1.Can you give us an update on what has been going on with the band since the recording and release of the new album?
We have been working hard on our online presence as well as getting show ready. We have a lot of big plans for the near future.
2.Recently you have released a new album, musically how does it differ form the stuff you have released in the past?
Hellfrost is an ever evolving band. I go to a lot of concerts and I audience watch. I like to feel the energy from an excited crowd. I always look at our new songs from the audience perspective. What will get the best reaction at the show? I want every album to have its own vibe. I've met fans who haven't seen us live in a long time and they always tell me that the band sounds totally different from the last time they saw us.
3.What are some of the lyrical topics and subjects the band explores with the new release and also how would you describe your progress as songwriters over the years?
When it comes to lyrics we usually write about what's going on in the world around us. Music is a reflection of the times. We try to avoid your typical metal themes. We don't write about Satanism or even curse in our music.
4.On one of your older albums you also covered some paganism themes, can you tell us a little bit more about your interest in this topic?
With my lyric writing I'm always looking for new and interesting topics. I listen to other people for ideas and inspiration all the time. Our former guitarist we were working with during Pagan Son suggested the idea and we just went with it. Every album we release has its own theme. Extinction is about man destroying nature and Dark Ages is about all the craziness in the last two years.
5.What is the meaning and inspiration behind the name 'Hellfrost'?
The name comes from the idea that the universe is made up of opposites. Night and day, the sun and moon, heaven and hell etc.
6.Can you tell us a little bit more about the artwork that is presented on the new album cover?
The album cover is artwork from Psalter of Bonne de Luxembourg which is an illustrated manuscript from the year 1349. This was during the black plague era. There's a story that goes with the art called The Three Living and the Three Dead which we drew some inspiration from in the lyrics.
7.What are some of the best shows that the band has played over the years and also how would you describe your stage performance?
The best show we played recently was Tampa Death Fest 2021 at The Brass Mug in Tampa FL. We brought a lively, high energy performance that the fans truly appreciated. The true spirit of Hellfrost can only be experienced in the live setting.
8. .Currently the band is unsigned, are you looking for a label or have received any interest?
Right now our objective is to build our fan base. To me that's more important than trying to get signed. Fans first.
9. What are you listening to nowadays?
Nita Strauss
Children of Bodom
Gojira
Terror
Dave Brubeck
The Damned
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