004: Hessler from Chicago, IL
Episode description
Tom interviews Igz Kincaid & Erik Michael, the masterminds behind Chicago’s heavy metal maestros, Hessler about their latest release Skeleton Crew, recent line-up changes, and their upcoming 2017 plans.
Inside the Interview:
02:07 - On Hessler's discography...
05:02 - Changes in Hessler's line-up...
06:08 - On Igz as lead vocalist...
07:56 - Caller w/question about Hessler's permanent rhythm section & The Last Vegas' Arling Bros...
11:20 - On sharing the stage with Udo Dirkschneider, & Doro Pesch, & upcoming tour dates...
12:55 - On Erik moving from bass to guitar...
13:36 - On songwriting & performing live shows in Hessler today since the line-up changes...
16:44 - On adding other permanent members to Hessler...
17:35 - On the meaning of the band's name & its ongoing mystique...
"Tom’s a total pro. Accurate, considerate, inviting and structured. This is the type of people you want to deal with. I enjoyed Tom’s effort in learning band history to be able to ask insightful and relevant questions. Just like the interviews, his photography is beyond the line of duty. My place still showcases a metallic print of a Hessler performance from 2012. Still hanging on the wall, ‘nuff said..."
- Igz Kincaid, guitarist/vocalist for Hessler >> www.hesslerchicago.com
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