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Hi, and thanks for your
time! First of all, please introduce your band to the
readers.
Mephisto (vocals): The band was created in 2002
.The idea was to create the cold atmosphere of the
distant future through a music that fully expresses us.
How did things get started for Nyne?
Mephisto: It all started when we first used music
software as a tool to take our music one step further.
You describe your music as 'futuristic black metal'.
What exactly do you mean with that?
Mephisto: We would describe our music as "futuristic
industrial black metal", if it was necessary to use only
3-4 words to do so. Anyway, we use the word "futuristic",
because our main purpose is to produce music that gets
you deep into a hostile, distant future.
What are your main influences?
Mephisto: We are influenced not only by extreme
metal (black ,death) and EBM – industrial ,but also from
movie soundtracks .We are inspired mainly by sci-fi and
horror movies and of course, our imagination .
Your selftitled promo recieved excellent ratings by
IndustrializedMetal.tk. But, what do you think of it
yourself?
Mephisto: First of all, we thank you for your
kind words on our work. When you create something, you
can’t really be fair with it! I guess that the listeners
are the only ones that can judge you and that have a
clearer view as to how good our music is. Still, we
believe that this demo is a good first step for us. Of
course, we will try to put new ideas in our music and
evolution should follow each of our releases.
And how were the other reactions of press and public?
Did you expect these replies?
Mephisto: Most of the feedback we got was good.
People is able to understand that what we are trying to
do is to create something new that represents us and not
just put some influences together or copy other bands.
Well, we expected that some people would be interested
in our music, and that others would find it obscure and
not of their taste. Still, to receive so many good
responses, while you create something new, makes us feel
very optimistic.
You already played various live shows in Greece,
including one with Mayhem. How was it to play with a
band like Mayhem? Did they give you any comments about
your live show and music?
Mephisto: Well, the show with Mayhem was the most
populated we’ve been so far, so it was a bit strange to
play in front of lots of people, but as the show moved
on we enjoyed it and we got some good responses after
it. So, it was a great experience for us. Mayhem were
very friendly and they told us that they liked our music
and the show too.
Talking about live shows, your music seems excellent
for a really powerful performance. What can a stranger
expect when he visits a live show of Nyne?
Mephisto: Surely, he expects a powerful
performance, the proper sound, the concept lighting and
attitude. Nothing less than what someone who likes our
music would expect.
I am not known with that much bands from Greece, and
the ones I know are mostly regular black metal and
grindcore. How is the industrial scene developed in
Greece? And what do Greek people think of industrial
metal?
Mephisto: In general, the industrial scene in
Greece is constantly developing .We have some really
good bands, such as "Siva Six" and "Iambia". Concerning
industrial metal now, things seem to be a bit worse .The
fact is that Greece is a small market-trap and it’s very
hard for a band to be known abroad, when your own
country barely supports you .
What can we expect of Nyne in the near future?
Mephisto: You should expect us to do many live
performances/gigs, not only in Greece but also abroad if
we are offered to. In addition, we are looking forward
to signing with a label in the near future.
Thanks for your time answering my questions. As
always on IndustrializedMetal.tk, the final words are
reserved for the band.
Mephisto: Thank you for the interview! For news
about the band check out www.myspace.com/nyneband and
www.nyne.org,thanks to everyone that enjoys and supports
our music.
Interview by: Gerardo (September 2006) |
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