Angels of Distress Tag

March 14, 2023

Interview – Natalie Koskinen from The Abbey & Shape of Despair

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For some, music is merely a distraction or background noise. For others, it is the very fabric of their existence. For Finnish musician Natalie Koskinen, music is as important as the air she breathes. Involved in the Metal scene since she was a teenager, Koskinen...

December 11, 2019

Interview – Jarno Salomaa of Shape of Despair

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Formed out the icy, lengthy winters of Finland, Shape of Despair has been at the forefront of Doom Metal for 20 years. The vision of former Rapture Guitarist Jarno Salomaa, Shape of Despair's music is complete with dark, open melodies and haunting vocals from Natalie...