Currently heating up stages on their support tour for Snot, Kayden of Thira talked with National Rock Review during their stop at The Machine Shop in Flint, Michigan.

Thira has made a splash in the underground metal scene with a unique sound they like to call Industrial Groove Metal. Bringing an intense Steampunk based live show, they hit heavy with odd time signatures, heavy grooves, melody balanced with harsh industrial elements, and a light show which fans are bound to never forget.

Shortly before taking the stage, singer Kayden sat down with Erik Heemsoth of National Rock Review on what was to be the last night of their tour with Snot. They spoke about the evolution of Thira, Kayden’s Michigan roots, the meaning of Industrial Groove Metal, bands they are influenced by, their previous partnership with Roeller’s Custom Guitars, their successful IndieGoGo campaign, touring, hitting the road with Mushroomhead, and what’s in store for the future.

Interview with Kayden of Thira:

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About The Author

Erik's interest in music began at an early age. In high school, he was the co-host of the underground metal show the Social Mutilation Hour, on 89.5 WAHS, under the name of Neurotik Erik. During this period of his life, he independently promoted shows under the name of Ding Dong Ditch Productions. Erik would rent out local VFW Halls, use space at Oakland Community College Auburn Hills Campus, or simply throw basement parties around the Detroit area. While at college at Ferris State University, he became head of the student run organization, Entertainment Unlimited, and continued to promote shows, but on a larger scale. He also helped start an underground magazine, 'Outpunk', where he interviewed bands and wrote music reviews. Additionally, Erik joined the staff at the Ferris State University Torch and wrote on a larger scale.

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