Interview with Under Black Sky Vocalist Krysis

September 19, 2025

Interview with Under Black Sky Vocalist Krysis

By Mick Michaels

Cosmick View: Hello and Welcome to The Cosmick View!

CV: What do you feel sets the band apart from other bands, especially those of similar sound and style? What’s the specific allure your sound and style have that has people taking notice?

Krysis: Under Black Sky isn’t just a band — it’s a living, breathing narrative. Every sound, every lyric, every symbol we use is part of a larger world. What sets us apart is that we don’t just write songs — we construct a full emotional and visual experience that invites fans into something much deeper. Our sound is rooted in hard rock and modern metal, but it’s laced with cinematic atmosphere, glitchy textures, and haunting storytelling. There’s a raw vulnerability hidden inside the aggression — and that’s what catches people off guard.

CV: For any band, dynamics is key to grabbing an audience's attention. What do you feel is the main ingredient to having such a captivating dynamic and being able to bring something more to the music?

Krysis: It’s all about tension and release — not just musically, but emotionally. We play with the contrast between chaos and control, brutality and beauty. Our dynamics are driven by real emotion: the moments when the music breathes and then crashes down like a wave. The main ingredient is honesty. If the emotion behind the song is real, the dynamics write themselves. It’s not about just hitting hard — it’s about why we’re hitting.

CV: How would you describe the ultimate musical experience for your fans? And how does the band go about creating that musical vision, while generating the impact the band wants to have on its audience?

Krysis: The ultimate musical experience is full immersion. We want fans to feel like they’ve stepped into another world — something dark, surreal, and emotionally honest. Every lyric, visual, and riff is meant to pull them deeper. We build that through layers: the codex-style symbols, the glitching sigils, the shifting moods. We want fans to not just listen to Under Black Sky… but to join it.

CV: The music business has always been one that regardless of who you are, where you came from or where you've been, you can either sink or swim. Does this type of realism have any effect on how the band drives itself to succeed?

Krysis: Absolutely. We’re very aware of the climate. No one is coming to save us — and that motivates us to build everything from the ground up. We’re not waiting on industry gatekeepers. We’re creating something so unique and undeniable that it forces people to look. That mindset drives our hustle — and it shapes how we connect with fans. We’re not just surviving… we’re building a movement.

CV: In your opinion, is there any middle ground for a band or is it a do or die climate in today's music industry?

Krysis: There might be a middle ground, but we’re not interested in it. For us, it’s all in or not at all. We’re not trying to blend in. We’re here to create impact — emotionally, visually, culturally. The industry is crowded, yes… but if you come with something real, something disruptive, there’s still room to rise. We treat every release like it could be the thing that changes everything.

CV: How would you describe the band's internal energy? Does the band’s outward appearance align with its true inward nature from your perspective?

Krysis: Our internal energy is intense — and deeply creative. We’re constantly challenging each other to go deeper, darker, more honest. There’s an underlying tension that fuels us — and that tension is part of what fans pick up on. Outwardly, we look like chaos. Inwardly, it’s controlled fire. The paint, the masks, the symbolism — that’s not an act. It’s a reflection of who we really are beneath the surface.

CV: What's at the core of the band's songwriting approach? Are there certain elements that are considered when a song begins to take form and evolves?

Krysis: Everything starts with a feeling. A moment of emotional clarity — or breakdown. From there, the story builds itself. We often start with a lyrical concept or a single riff that just feels like us. Then we build around it: tension, imagery, narrative. We always ask: What does this song reveal about the character, the world, the story? And how can we make it hit physically and emotionally?

CV: Do you allow things to just happen when writing; seeing where a song goes, or is there a certain course of action and structure you keep a song on, thus, essentially making it destined to achieve its overall potential?

Krysis: It’s both. We allow the chaos to lead — but we shape it into something deliberate. Early stages are very open — anything goes, let it get ugly. But once we know what the song is saying, we refine it. We chase impact. Every section must either push the story forward or punch the listener in the chest. If it doesn’t do that, it’s gone.

CV: Do you feel how the fans and critics describe the band’s music accurately reflects how you would describe the band’s music?

Krysis: Surprisingly, yes — especially the fans. We’ve had people say our music “feels like a purge” or “like someone finally saying what I couldn’t say out loud.” That’s exactly what we aim for. Critics usually latch onto the cinematic or theatrical elements, and that’s accurate too. We’re not trying to be a typical band. We’re trying to be a voice for the ones who feel unseen.

CV: Walk us through a typical show for the band...what can fans who have never seen you perform expect?

Krysis: Expect something intense. Visually dark, emotionally overwhelming. We bring the world of Under Black Sky to life — the sigils, the flickering lights, the chaos. The stage becomes the codex. There’s no in-between. One minute it’s haunting and hypnotic… the next minute it’s an explosion. We don’t want fans to just watch — we want them to feel like they survived something.

CV: What more can fans look forward to seeing coming from the band?

Krysis: Bad Blood drops October 24 — but that’s just the beginning. We’re launching the next phase of The Order Beneath storyline with immersive visuals, new merch drops, limited edition codex bundles, and more singles that go deeper into the psychological themes. There’s a full cinematic narrative being revealed, piece by piece. This isn’t just an album… it’s the next chapter in the collapse.

CV: Thanks for taking the time to chat with us. All the best!

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https://www.underblacksky.com/

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My name is Mick Michaels...I'm an artist, music fan, songwriter, producer, author, show host, big dreamer and guitarist for the traditional Heavy Metal band Corners of Sanctuary. Writing has always been a creative outlet for me; what I couldn't say in speech, I was able to do with the written word. Writing has given me a voice and a way for me to create on a multitude of platforms including music and song, articles, independent screenplays, books and now, artist interviews. The Cosmick View is an opportunity to raise the bar and showcase artists in a positive and inspirational light. For me, it's another out-of-this-world adventure.