EP 238: Samu of Serpent God – “Denial,” Genre Alchemy, and Pushing Creative Boundaries

In this episode, Tom is joined by Samu, guitarist and founder of Serpent God, a genre-blending metal band born from the overflowing creativity of members from Se, josta ei puhuta. Samu shares the band’s origin story and gives listeners a deep dive into the making of their upcoming album, “Denial,” slated for release on October 10.

🔥 Samu discusses how Serpent God evolved from a side project into a full-fledged creative force, pushing boundaries by mixing doom, black metal, and classical influences. The album “Denial” was shaped through trial, experimentation, and sheer perseverance—including challenges with drum arrangements and intricate guitar work.

🎧 In this episode:

• The unexpected birth of Serpent God and its artistic purpose

• Creative chaos: writing without a roadmap

• Spotlight on standout track “Beneath” and the emotional weight behind it

• Samu’s black metal roots and his affinity for clean guitar and doom

• A candid genre discussion: doom vs. thrash, black vs. death

• Why embracing the unknown leads to better music

Whether you're a fan of slow-burning heaviness or a student of genre fusion, this episode offers a raw, honest look at the creative struggle behind extreme music.

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