EP 213 – Ryan of A Flock Named Murder: Black Metal Evolution, Album Craftsmanship, and the Beauty of Authentic Music

In Episode 213 of And Now The Band, host Tom sits down with Ryan from Canadian genre-defiers A Flock Named Murder to dive into the making of their upcoming album, “Incendiary Sanctum” (dropping May 2nd), their roots in extreme music, and the art of creating immersive, cohesive sonic journeys.

Ryan opens up about the band’s decade-plus evolution, their 2018 rebranding, and the struggle of naming a project in the oversaturated modern scene. They share a mutual passion for Lamb of God, Tool, and Meshuggah, and nerd out on complex songwriting, patient listening, and the importance of smooth transitions and thematic continuity in music.

From black metal and blackgrass to the orchestral influence on extreme compositions, this conversation celebrates underground metal, non-conventional artistry, and the beauty of authentic music built for passionate, attentive listeners.

🔥 Episode Highlights:

• The origin and evolution of A Flock Named Murder

• Sneak peek at their new album “Incendiary Sanctum”

• Why black metal and its offshoots remain criminally underrated

• Lamb of God deep cuts and the genius of “New American Gospel”

• The value of great drummers in shaping a band’s sound

• Creating albums where every track feels like a finale

• Underground music, patience in art, and rewarding the dedicated listener

• Sharing extreme metal roots with family and friends

• Vinyl culture, name change struggles, and Ryan’s solo ambitions

🎧 Tune in if you love:
Black Metal • Death Metal • Canadian Underground • A Flock Named Murder • Meshuggah • Agalloch • Lamb of God • Tool • Authentic Songwriting • Experimental Metal • Metal Albums with a Narrative • Extreme Music Culture • Orchestral Composition in Metal • Vinyl & Album Art • Non-Radio Friendly Music

📀 New album “Incendiary Sanctum” drops May 2 on all major platforms. Don’t sleep.

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