EP 228 Dan Thompson of lowheaven: Ritual Decay, Pandemic Art & Finding Grace in Darkness

In this emotionally rich episode of And Now The Band, host Tom sits down with Dan Thompson, vocalist and guitarist of lowheaven, to explore the band’s hauntingly beautiful new album, "Ritual Decay", released through MNRK Heavy.

From pandemic isolation to mental health struggles, and the catharsis of songwriting, this episode dives into how pain transforms into powerful art.

• 🌀 Signing to MNRK Heavy Records through a connection with Chris from Spotlights

• 📀 Crafting "Ritual Decay" as a full-album experience — why storytelling matters

• 🧠 Mental health, emotional trauma, and creating vulnerable music in uncertain times

• 🖤 Song spotlights: “Amherst” & “Manic Grace” — stories behind the lyrics and studio challenges

• 🎸 Inspirations from Deftones, Converge, and the journey toward a unique sound

• 🚗 Canadian tour updates, border struggles & navigating life on the road

• 🎤 Live show stories from Moneen, Michael Jackson, and creating unforgettable fan experiences

• 💿 Vinyl, rare pressings, merch culture, and how fans can truly support rising bands

• 🌌 The future of live music, word-of-mouth discovery, and why connection always matters

🎧 Spotify: Ritual Decay – lowheaven
💽 Bandcamp: lowheaven.bandcamp.com
📷 Instagram: @lowheavenband
📻 Label: MNRK Heavy

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