Questions by Sandi Mujanovic & answers by Cazz Grant
(2024/02/14)
Question 1:
Is Crucifier your main band? What city wers you formed and can you tell us a bit about your involvement in Grand Belial's Key?
Yes Crucifier has always been my main band. We formed in 1990 officially after many other projects prior to that year. But we found our groove late 1989 then moved on from there. I joined GBK at the end of 1995 during a snowstorm. The guys in the Key came up to my house in December of that year and we sat down to get acquainted and to come up with a plan for me to replace Vlad on drums and vocals. The rest is history.
Question 2:
What's your opinion on Arghoslent, I always enjoyed their catchy riffs, you too?
Arghoslent is one of the best bands ever to exist in the Underground scene. I am a bit biased being friends with Gelal, but I still adore those evil riffs and the history lessons throughout their songs. A very unique, smart and talented band.
Question 3:
Do you believe in bloodsucking nocturnal creatures?
Aside from the leeches in lakes and creeks, no.
Question 4;
Is there a friendly rivalry between Crucifier and GBK?
No way. In fact since early this year, Gelal of GBK has become a full time member of Crucifier. We are both very much supportive of each other’s endeavors.
Question 5:
Have you heard Kerry King's new single,? What did you think, he hired Gary Holt?
I did hear that song, and jeez what a mess. I listened in anticipation that maybe, just maybe, he’d get his ego out of his ass and play something similar to the old great 80s songs. But no, he failed miserably again. Not sure about Holt being a part of his team, but either way…it isn’t good!!!
Question 6:
D o you enjoy Bathory's viking era? I do myself
I actually stopped liking Bathory when Quorthon released that nonsensical Hammerheart album. I just can’t find that stuff interesting or mean and evil like his prior stuff. The stuff that we were ALL raised on!
What's your look on RAC? That style got a bit stale?
I think they are holding their own. But for me it gets boring after a while.
Question 7:
Do you respect John Cyriis from Agent Steel?
I used to love his singing, especially in the early days even before AS. But the first three albums from Steel were very important in my life. In fact I did have daydreams that Cyriis and I would work together one day. However, he really started getting odder and odder and his vocals failed to impress as time passed. Sad, he really was one of the best!
Question 8:
What are your future band plans, you got kids?
The band is releasing its next full length album in a couple months with Iron Bonehead Records. Keep an eye out for that. Yes I have two kids, 20 and 18 years old. They lived with their mother now, and have their own lives. They are wonderful children! I am remarried and am working on many projects now. Crucifier and Hearse, and I have resurrected my logo and design company Cazzuzu Creations. So keep in touch with me there for news and updates.
Question 9:
where are the black and death metal scenes headed to?
I really am surprised that there is even a scene left. This style of music is meant to be evil and hate-filled. But these days, the PC climate won’t allow that…so, bands today don’t really test the limits of their minds because of fear of doxing or whatever. But as long as bands like GBK and Crucifier keep true to their selves, then maybe the future of Black Metal/Death Metal will have some legacy to hold some pride and honor!