Interview: Hayden Menzies of METZ

Hazy Eye Music Media is proud to post another interview in a series of interviews I’m currently conducting with some of my favorite artists. This time I was fortunate enough to chat with Hayden Menzies — drummer of the phenomenally talented noise-rock band METZ. METZ recently announced the upcoming release of their fourth full-length album, Atlas Vending. Along with this announcement, the band released a new single and accompanying video for the song, “A Boat to Drown In.”

In this interview Hayden discusses the new album, single and video — and talks about art, drumming, and recording Strange Peace with Steve Albini. Continue reading below for my full interview with Hayden Menzies. All images copyright and courtesy of Sub Pop Records & Oblique Artist Management. Pre-order Atlas Vending on METZ’ Official Website or METZ’ Sub Pop Page. Also check out some of Hayden’s artwork HERE.

Interview: Derek S. Abrams (3 Headed Snake & Ministry)

Derek S. Abrams

Hazy Eye Music Media is proud to post another interview in a series of interviews I’m currently conducting with some of my favorite artists. I’m stepping outside of my comfort zone and have begun picking the brains of some phenomenal musicians. This time I, Andy Jillson, was fortunate enough to interview Derek S. Abrams.

Abrams is an extremely proficient metal drummer. He has been playing since the age of seven, and professionally since the age of fifteen. In high school, he focused on jazz history, theory and composition. After high school, he embarked on an extensive study of world percussion and ethnic drumming. He is most known for being a touring drummer for the pioneering industrial-metal band, Ministry. Continue reading below for my full interview with Derek S. Abrams.

Concert Review: Pigface @ Baltimore Soundstage 11/20/19 — Baltimore, MD

*Pigface @ Baltimore Soundstage (Photo by Andy Jillson)*

Pigface performed at Baltimore Soundstage in Baltimore, Maryland on November 20, 2019 — and I, Andy Jillson, was there rocking out and taking pictures. This was about my eight or ninth time seeing Pigface live, but undoubtedly the most memorable. I was invited onstage by Martin Atkins to play the drums on his kit for the encore song, “Suck.” Mind-blowing. Surreal. Magical. Continue reading below for full concert review. All images copyright and courtesy of Andy Jillson.

Photo Flashback: Pigface @ Baltimore Soundstage 11/20/19 — Baltimore, MD

*Pigface @ Baltimore Soundstage (Photo by Brad Price)*

Pigface performed at Baltimore Soundstage in Baltimore, Maryland on November 20, 2019 — and Hazy Eye Music Media’s contributor Brad Price was there to capture some of the chaotic industrial magic. Yep, in this “Photo Flashback” we’re taking a trip down memory lane with Pigface — and Brad is our guide. Continue reading below for more photos from the show. All images copyright and courtesy of Brad Price.