On this blistering episode of Tales From The Riff, Moe sits down with Sadomancer, the riff-slinging force of Norway’s Deathhammer. With their unrelenting devotion to the ancient spirit of thrash and black metal, Deathhammer has carved out a cult reputation built on raw speed, unholy riffs, and a refusal to compromise.

Sadomancer takes us deep into the origins of the band’s hell-charged sound, reflecting on their early days of channeling Bathory, Kreator, and Slayer through a basement-born fury. He shares stories of underground gigs, the band’s rabid dedication to keeping the old ways alive, and what it means to stand as torchbearers of true, violent thrash in a modern scene.

This is an episode for die-hards of speed and darkness, and for anyone who believes the riff will never die.

On this episode of Tales From the Riff, Moe sits down with Michael Klein, the creative force behind MK Audio Design. Known for his masterful approach to crafting soundscapes and designing gear that pushes the boundaries of tone, Michael shares the story of how his passion for audio engineering, metal, and sonic experimentation led him to build one of the most respected names in the underground scene. From dialing in brutal guitar tones to shaping immersive live experiences, Michael discusses the artistry of sound design, the philosophy behind MK Audio Design, and how the right sonic choices can elevate a band’s identity just as much as riffs or lyrics. Along the way, he dives into his own influences, the technical challenges of building gear for extreme music, and what it means to merge craftsmanship with chaos.

In this episode, I sit down with Carl Auge — bassist, visual artist, and founding member of the influential crust/hardcore band His Hero Is Gone. From the bleak underground of the ’90s DIY scene to the enduring legacy of Monuments to Thieves, Carl reflects on the band’s uncompromising ethos, the creative process behind their visceral sound, and the tension between art, music, and resistance. We also explore his visual art, the role of dissonance in both his music and imagery, and what it means to create honestly in a world that often prefers silence.

On this episode, I sit down with Daniel Salsten, the lightning-fast frontman and co-founder of Norway’s thrash metal juggernaut DeathHammer. We talk about the band’s early days in the Norwegian underground, their razor-sharp riffs that cut straight back to the roots of speed and thrash, and the raw energy that keeps DeathHammer at the forefront of the extreme metal scene. Daniel opens up about influences, writing chaos-driven tracks, and how DeathHammer keeps the spirit of old-school thrash alive in 2025 and beyond.

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Tales From the Riff, we hit the asphalt with none other than Ben Falgoust — the commanding voice behind legendary extreme metal acts Soilent Green and Goatwhore. Filmed and recorded entirely on the road from New Orleans to Washington, this rolling conversation captures Ben in his element: in motion, in thought, and in full throttle.

From the chaos and catharsis of live shows to reflections on Louisiana’s heavy music legacy, Ben opens up about life behind the mic, the grind of tour life, and how the road continues to shape his outlook and songwriting. Along the way, we endured a touring band with no air conditioning, we dodge bad gas station coffee, share black metal philosophy, and talk resilience, friendship, and the brutal beauty of staying loud in a world that begs for silence.

Buckle up. This one’s not polished — it’s lived.

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