The band: Tomb Mold
Country: Canada
Answers by: Derrick
Vella (guitars, bass)
TOMB MOLD warms up engines for their next release, their second
album and first for 20 Buck Spin, ‘Manor Of Infinite Forms’ moves
in strange ways, recklessly contorting into cohesion until suddenly
they’re proceeding with force and purpose in perfect synchronicity.
A remarkable puzzle of an album, ‘Manor Of Infinite Forms’
constitutes a creative high point for 2018’s many strong Death
Metal releases.
Hello Derrick, Tomb Mold is a two guys band, however you have been
able to release two albums in 2017 and 2018
Actually Tomb Mold is now a 4 piece band. Since the "Cryptic
Transmissions" cassette, everything going forward is recorded
with the full lineup. That includes the new LP. The writing process
is quick because I do all of the writing and then bring it to Max to
fill out the drums and then we bring the other members up to speed.
We try to be efficient.
This second effort, "Manor Of Infinite Forms", has been
easier or not than its predecessor?
Definitely easier. We didn't have to handle any of the recording
duties ourselves and relied on great people to take care of those
things for us. Making this record was a breeze!
Listening to your music I’m under the impression that in Tomb
Mold’s music nothing happens by fortune, it seems you take care of
every detail
We're definitely conscious of each aspect of creating the universe
that each release exists it. Sequencing the record is something I
took months to think about. How each piece of art compliments the
music and how it ties into the lyrical content is something we
consider as well.
Who is more in charge of the composition duties, Max or you?
I, Derrick, handle the songwriting duties. Max obviously comes up
with what he wants to play on drums. Myself and the other guitarist
split solo duties. Max and I split the lyric writing in half.
Primordial Malignity received good reviews, what would you tell
those people about "Manor Of Infinite Forms"?
If they like Primordial Malignity, then they
should love Manor of Infinite Forms. The writing on it is more mature
and free. Its heavier and longer than the last record too.
I would say you sound very natural, beyond the labs and the
atmosphere that many bands try to work out in the recording studios
I really enjoy that death thrash at medium pace that you build in
a so convincing way
We try not to fall into a hole of playing overly repetitive rhythms
to keep it fresh. We also enjoy working in catchy mid paced parts
that force you to bang your head. Those are always our favourite
parts in other bands songs.
Am I wrong if I say that Max Klebanoff on drums is the guy who
commands all the tracks, more than the guitar work?
He definitely does. We always try to push his
drums forward in the mix. Its something we've always liked about Nile
and how their records sound. Drums are dominant and pummelling.
The track Gored Embrace (Confronting Biodegradation) can almost be
considered an excellent and modern tribute to Death & Chuck
Shuldiner’s legacy
Its definitely a mix of Death tribute and Morpheus Descends. Really
happy with how that song turned out.
Canadian scene is very alive and maybe is living its best moment
in history, so many young bands… Tomb Mold is a good example of
that
Canada has been fortunate to have some great stuff come out there.
Lately, I've been infatuated with ExLimitir and I encourage everyone
to check them out.
The release date for "Manor Of Infinite Forms" is
scheduled for June 8th, are you embarking on a promotional tour
afterwards?
Yes we will be touring with Of Feather and Bone through parts of the
South and Eastern United States.
Another album for 2019 or time for a break and let the things get
a little quiet?
Definitely will release more music in 2019. If we
try to hold off from creating more music, it will drive us insane.
That’s just amazing. Thank you very much for your attention
Derrick and congratulations for your great album, if you wish to add
something…
Thank you for the questions and your support. Thanks to anyone that
has supported us in any way possible.
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