Band & Music Origins
Can you share the story behind Magnadur? How did the band come together?
I was making music to Two other Bands/projects and i felt that they were not guite my style(Alternative/Electronic) and what i wanted to do and idea of Magnadur started and making harder music and First single Madness came to my mind and after that all started.
What inspired the name “Magnadur,” and does it have a special meaning for you?
This one is weird the name ”Magnadur” just came to my mind it sounded cool and i check on google that there wasnt band under that name and later i discovered that it means ”wonderfull or Powerfull” On Icelandic language.
Who were some of your biggest musical influences when shaping the band’s sound?
.I have so many influences that i think i have taken something from them all, Korn, Dimmu Borgir, Amob amarth,Amorphis, Soilwork, Soulfly, Lamb of god.
Songwriting & Creative Process
How does Magnadur approach songwriting? Is it a collaborative effort, or do you each take on specific roles?
I Do all the Lyrics and songwriting my self(Tomi)
Your music blends elements of heavy rock and metal—what drives your sound and lyrical themes?
.All things just Comes as and ideas to my mind and i just start to make them come alive.
Can you walk us through the inspiration and creation of your latest single/album?
The Album Beautiful nightmare was so nice to make, there are so many beautiful elements and different genres mixed to the songs that it need 2-3 times time to listen the album to open the idea and the messages i want to bring to my fans.
Do you have a favorite song that you’ve written, and if so, what makes it stand out to you?
My favourite song Is most important as mirrored to my personal life and thats ”alien inside” it tells story of my Mothers real life battle of Double Cancer.
Live Performances & Fan Connection
How would you describe a Magnadur live show for someone who’s never experienced it?
I promise its going to be very Powerfull and Unforgettable experience!
What has been your most memorable gig so far, and what made it so special?
We are starting live gigs end of this year or latest Next year.
How do you connect with your fans both on and off the stage?
I have revieved very positive feedback and Mainly from social medi
Industry & Future Plans
What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced as a band in today’s music industry?
There are so many great bands all over the world so to really get to the top you have to have something really special thing going on!
Are there any upcoming projects, tours, or collaborations that fans should be excited about?
. Yes i am making my new album now and there aee coming amazing single ”Hamlet” from that uocoming album out on 28/3 its A Shakespeare famous Story and i am really happy about that song and i hope people will listen my story of Hamlet and watch also the amazing video from that song!
If you could tour with any band or artist, past or present, who would it be and why?
It would be with Black Sabbath or Rolling stones, they were the biggest names ever!
Personal & Fun Questions
What’s the craziest or funniest thing that has happened to you on tour?
We havent started the tour yet so i can get back on this next year.
If you weren’t making music, what do you think you’d be doing instead?
Journalist job and podcasting and i am actually doing that also (metal madness weekly on apple podcasts/over 60 episodes out now)
What albums or artists are you currently listening to?
Benediction, river of nihil, job for cowboy are my favourites now
What’s one thing about Magnadur that fans might not know?
I have been also European champion in raw powerlifting 2010!