Interview with the band NOTÖRIOUS
Cosmick View: Hello, and welcome to The Cosmick View. Thanks for taking some time out of your day to speak with us. It's greatly appreciated.
Andy: Thank you for having us, we appreciate that!
CV: Do you think modern Heavy Metal music has evolved past its origins? Or are things relatively still the same?
Andy: Yes and no, I would say style wise and skill wise of the artists, vocal and playing, the 70s and 80s are still the gold standard. But we have access to more tools, which can enhance the music – if used in the right way. And that means keeping the soul of that era and improving the areas that lift that.
CV: Does Metal still draw people to want to listen and engage the music while challenging the audience to imagine becoming a musician themselves?
Freddy: Yes! Going to a live show isn’t the same as listening to an album. It’s a whole show and experience. And don’t forget the value of being part of a scene and hanging out with like-minded peephole.
CV: Many believe that success for a band relies on three major components; good distribution, good PR and good booking. In the new modern music industry, all of that is without a doubt achievable by the artist themselves. Do you feel more and more established acts will go the independent route and eliminate the middle man component?
Andy: No, I think bands will do more themselves, compared to before, and be more involved in the business aspect of running the band. But once you have the chance, some aspects SHULD be phased out – like skills where we can’t deliver professional level results or “boring” stuff that kills our creativity and passion.
CV: Do you feel that the idea of a band eliminating those second and third party partnerships; labels, management, bookers, etc., and doing things on their own, is a direct result of artists and bands being misled and taken advantage of for so long?
Nikki: Shure at some point, I mean we have been scammed. But that counts as an expensive lesson!
Also remember that bands can do those things themselves now, so the sheer number of bands is enormous today, so bands are forced to do this to cut through the noise and rise above the mediocre.
CV: Do you feel there is a need or want for artists of any style or genre to rise above the past and to do more musically…artistically? Or can a level of comfort be reached and maintained as a means to sustainability?
Chris: I guess that depends on the artist, but for us it’s always important to improve and grow as musicians and a band. The day you don’t learn anything new – you are six feet under!
CV: Many critics believe music is irrelevant today... just background noise. As a musician who is out there writing, releasing, and performing, from your perspective, do you still see music relevance in the world today? Is there a connection?
Freddy: Absolutely, going to a show where a band can give you an experience, the feeling of live music and being part of a community is powerful stuff. And this will become increasingly important and meaningful the number people will become from artificial, polished AI-slop.
CV: Has music in general split into too many genres and sub-genre classifications in an effort just to please an indecisive audience in your opinion? Is it just more of a marketing ploy to funnel buyers to a specific brand?
Andy: No, because there is so much more to choose from these days, the power lays with the consumers. Instead of being fed by MTV or major labels, people can search for what they want in the jungle out there.
Therefor it’s important to find your niche so that you connect with your type of people.
CV: What more can fans expect to see coming from you in 2026?
Nikki: They can expect to see us tearing down every stage we are going to play, delivering an old school, Rock N Roll show, with a modern twist – True Norwegian Glam Metal.
And engaging with the community at every show.
CV: Thanks again for taking the time to share with our readers. We wish you all the best and continued success.
Chris: Thank you for the opportunity for us to share a bit about ourselves and let the readers know us better.
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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.
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