EP 239: Frédéric Leclercq of Sinsaenum — Grief, Legacy & the Power of Heavy Music

In this deeply personal episode, Tom speaks with Frédéric Leclercq of Sinsaenum (also known for his work with DragonForce and Kreator) about the emotional weight behind Sinsaenum’s latest work. The two explore the writing and emotional evolution of the band’s new singles and upcoming material—a journey shaped by the loss of Fred’s father and the late drummer Joey Jordison.

💀 Frédéric opens up about the creative paralysis of grief, his love-hate relationship with songs written as far back as 2019, and why Sinsaenum chose to continue the album in Joey’s memory. Tom and Frédéric also dive into the complex relationship artists have with sorrow, depression, and healing through heavy music.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The story behind the upcoming Sinsaenum material

• Coping with personal loss while writing and recording

• “Last Goodbye”: a powerful tribute and visual farewell

• Why Frédéric avoids using grief as a marketing tool

• The conversation with Paul Masvidal that changed Fred’s view on memory and mourning

• The shared healing space music provides for creators and fans

• Sinsaenum’s upcoming European tour and hesitation to tour the U.S. (for now)

💬 If you’ve ever found solace in heavy music during hard times—or wondered how artists process grief through their craft—this episode is a must-listen.

🔗 Connect with Sinsaenum
YouTube → Sinsaenum Official

🎧 Listen to "Last Goodbye" now on all streaming platforms
🖤 In memory of Joey Jordison and Fred's father — this one hits deep.

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