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We had a lot of goals when we started talking about our sound going forward. Our last released EP, Luck of the Draw, is what we strive for sonically. It\u2019s our \u201cGold standard\u201d. -Kenny<\/p>\n
In 2022, you tested the waters with the re-recording of “Day in November.” Was that process a crucial warm-up, proving you still had the chemistry and drive before committing to new material?<\/p>\n
That was meant to be a one off 10th anniversary celebration for the true fans but alas, here we are! The chemistry was never in question, it was more of \u201cis this right for the fans and us?\u201d -Aaron<\/p>\n
It definitely was a warm-up for me for sure. I hadn\u2019t done vocals seriously in 9 years, so it was a challenge at first. But Aaron and I have always worked well with each other, so it didn\u2019t take long for us to fall back into our old routines. -Kenny<\/p>\n
You’ve described the early days as a “cornerstone of the Midwest metalcore scene.” How has that scene changed in your absence, and where does Farewell From the Gallows fit into the 2025 landscape?<\/p>\n
The scene is totally different now. Slam has taken over! FFTG, though, has always been a chameleon of sorts due to how varied our writing can be from record to record. I think we still fit in just about anywhere. -Aaron<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve seen a lot of slam and death core bands coming up in the scene, but haven\u2019t heard a lot about metalcore bands. Our old venues have closed down and some new ones we\u2019ve never played or heard of are popping up. We have some really heavy songs, and some more melodic tunes so I think we can fit in with just about anyone. -Kenny<\/p>\n
The track is for fans of Erra, A Day to Remember, Volumes\u2014bands that blend technicality, melody, and heaviness. How have your own influences and tastes evolved since the\u00a0Parallels\u00a0era?<\/p>\n
I actually stopped listening to a lot of metal around 2018 or so and was completely oblivious to the genres strides in recent years so I\u2019m sort of catching up. I\u2019m just a music fan in general, I like most everything from 60s doo wop to Necrophagist. -Aaron<\/p>\n
I am constantly trying to find new music to get into, not just heavy stuff.\u00a0\u00a0The algorithm has been helping me get into more music. My favorite bands currently are Polyphia and Periphery, but since those feel like obvious answers, I grew up on Backstreet Boys and they are still one of my top bands of all time, which tends to surprise people. -Kenny<\/p>\n
You had a deal with Red Cord\/Victory pre-hiatus. How has your approach to the music industry and being in a band changed with this comeback? Is the mindset more independent now?<\/p>\n
We definitely didn\u2019t have a great experience and actually signing that deal led to the breakup of the band. Classic story. We definitely aim to handle this on our own for the most part going forward. -Aaron<\/p>\n
I\u2019d say we\u2019re going to be a lot more cautious and advocate for ourselves more than what we did back in the day. We were stoked to get a record deal, so we thought it would be a great idea to go with anything they gave us. Going forward I think the independent route is going to be our best shot unless we get a very good offer that we would be stupid to refuse. -Kenny<\/p>\n
Lyrically, “Glimpse the Sun” suggests hope and self-discovery. Is this a thematic direction for the upcoming full-length debut, or will the album explore darker corners as well?<\/p>\n
The album is more a concept piece, composed from notes we wrote back in 2013. I would say the album has a darker tone overall but the message of hope still permeates, just as it has in our previous works. -Aaron<\/p>\n
Glimpse the Sun is it\u2019s own thing, a one off single\u00a0\u00a0track that we put out to show everyone where we were musically. The album is looking to be hopeful and has a theme of self-discovery for sure, but there\u2019s some other themes trickled in that I think others can and will relate to. We write songs based on personal feelings and stories, so I think everyone will be able to find a track they resonate with. -Kenny<\/p>\n
What’s one lesson you learned from your initial run (2006-2013) that you’re applying directly to this new chapter, whether it’s about songwriting, band dynamics, or the business?<\/p>\n
I think this era is all about having confidence in ourselves in all aspects, from the music to business, sticking up for ourselves and just generally knowing our worth. -Aaron<\/p>\n
We didn\u2019t really have a great business model back in the day, so this time around I think we\u2019re looking at different avenues to take that don\u2019t take away from the authenticity of the band as a whole -Kenny<\/p>\n
For the members who weren’t creating music under this name for over a decade, how did it feel to step back into the specific creative headspace of Farewell From the Gallows? Was it like putting on an old, familiar jacket, or did it require breaking in again?<\/p>\n
Playing the old songs and stepping back into the mindset definitely took a period of adjustment. It was less about putting the costume back on and more about rediscovering our past selves. -Aaron<\/p>\n
I had stopped writing lyrics all together once the band ended, I couldn\u2019t find musicians I vibed with as much as I did with Aaron and Christian. Our first practice back just felt like I came back home. It took me a little bit to knock the rust off of my vocals, but the writing aspect came back easily. -Kenny<\/p>\n
The press release calls this the “beginning of the band\u2019s long-overdue full-length debut.” Can you share any details about the album’s progress? Is there a timeline, and does “Glimpse the Sun” set its tone?<\/p>\n
Sure. Glimpse the Sun is a standalone single that will not be featured on the album. The album is a concept piece in the vein of Dante\u2019s writings as well as Paradise Lost and some of Cs Lewis\u2019 writings. The album is slated for release late next year. -Aaron<\/p>\n
We have a lot of the music\u00a0\u00a0skeleton written. I\u2019m holding us up by not writing my patterns and lyrics. I have ideas and I\u2019m listening to some specific artists to get inspiration for said ideas. -Kenny<\/p>\n
What does the band name,\u00a0Farewell From the Gallows, mean to you now, after a long hiatus and a return? Has its significance changed?<\/p>\n
The name to me has always meant legacy. It\u2019s basically saying: what will you leave behind when you leave this world? -Aaron<\/p>\n
Sorry to get so dark, but I had almost taken my own life about a year prior to starting this band so the band name has always been a reminder to me about where I\u2019ve been and how far I\u2019ve come. -Kenny<\/p>\n
What’s the one thing you missed most about being in Farewell From the Gallows during those 12 years, and what’s the one thing you’re most excited about now that you’re back?<\/p>\n
I think, honestly, the brotherhood and camaraderie. I think Im most excited to just hit the stage and take the world by storm with my brothers at my side. -Aaron<\/p>\n
Being able to write music with the best musicians I know. I\u2019m really looking forward to playing shows again and seeing other people getting into our music. -Kenny<\/p>\n
For the fans who waited over a decade, and for new listeners discovering you now, what is your promise with this comeback? What can they expect from the future of Farewell From the Gallows?<\/p>\n
I think you can expect a whole lot. Music video is on the way for Glimpse the Sun. Album and 20th anniversary show next year as well as festival appearances, interviews, etc etc. -Aaron<\/p>\n
We\u2019re the same band that we were 12 years ago. Just a little older and with more life experience. You\u2019re going to get the 2010s metalcore complete with catchy riffs, shredding solos, heartfelt lyrics, and brutal breakdowns. -Kenny<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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