Interview with the band The Groove Therapist

August 02, 2026

Interview with the band The Groove Therapist

by Mick Michaels

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.

CV: Over the past several years, the music industry has essentially changed multiple times. How have you navigated these changes and what positives have you taken away that keeps you moving forward?
G.T.: The music industry has changed dramatically, but in many ways we've always operated outside the traditional model. From the beginning, Groove Therapist has been driven by the need to express ourselves through music rather than chase trends, or stick to a specific style. That mindset has helped us adapt through the years.

The positive side of today's landscape is that independent artists have the tools to reach audiences worldwide without waiting for someone else's approval. It may take longer, but every listener who discovers our music feels like a genuine connection, and that's incredibly rewarding.

CV: Artists everywhere seem to be struggling to find not only an audience but a stage to perform on. Do you feel this is more of a temporary trend or more of a signal that music has lost its impact?
G.T.: We don't believe music has lost its impact. People still need music as much as ever. What's changed is that there is simply an overwhelming amount of content competing for everyone's attention. For bands like ours, which create long-form concept albums, the challenge is even greater because our music asks listeners to slow down, immerse themselves and experience an entire journey. That's a bigger commitment, but also a much deeper reward for those willing to take it.

CV: Genre classification has essentially altered listener perspective and has redefined music categories. Has these perceptions changed the way you write music? Is songwriting more of a “fitting into a niche” than writing from the heart nowadays?
G.T.: Genre labels can help people discover new music, but they should never define the creative process. In our albums we've combined progressive rock, metal, funk, cinematic elements and whatever else serves the story we're telling. If a song needs to be heavy, it will be heavy. If it needs space and emotion, that's where it goes.

Many bands choose to stay within a specific style or genre. For us, songwriting starts with the narrative and the emotion—not with a playlist category. After all, our music evolves, just as we evolve!

CV: Tell us a little about what you have going on right now.
G.T.: After the release of Monologue, we've been focused on bringing the album to audiences. Right now we're in the outward-looking phase of the album's journey, focusing on live performances and connecting with audiences.

At the same time, we're constantly writing and exchanging ideas. We don't like to rush new material. However, we are currently working on some acoustic tracks, as well as new videos from Monologue, which will be released in the next two months.

CV: How do you stay inspired as an artist?
G.T.: Life itself is the greatest source of inspiration. Mr. Funker "The Myth" explored society through symbolism and fictional characters, while Monologue turned inward and dealt with mortality, acceptance and the value of life. Although they tell very different stories, both were born from observing people, asking questions and reflecting on our own experiences.

CV: Is there ever the fear of possibly repeating yourself musically over time?
G.T.: It's something every artist thinks about. Fortunately, all five members bring different musical backgrounds and influences to the table, which gives us a wide creative palette. We're not interested in rewriting the same record over and over. We want every release to have its own identity while still sounding like Groove Therapist.

CV: Many critics believe music has lost it touch...it's connection with the audience. Is that really the case on some level, or has music found itself competing for attention in a sea of over stimuli?
G.T.: We think it's more the second. People are surrounded by endless streams of content every minute of the day. Music isn't less meaningful, it's simply competing with everything else for time and attention. Ironically, that makes genuine artistic experiences even more valuable. When someone sits down and listens to an entire concept album from beginning to end, that's a connection that goes far beyond a few seconds of scrolling.

CV: What do you believe music has given you that nothing else would have?
G.T.: Perspective and a voice. Music has allowed us to express ideas and emotions that words alone could never fully capture.

CV: What more can fans expect coming from you this year and beyond?
G.T.: We’ re currently developing and working on new ideas for our third album. We don't want to reveal too much yet, but fans can expect a heavier and more aggressive direction, while still keeping the storytelling and progressive identity that define Groove Therapist.

CV: Thanks again for taking the time to share with our readers. We wish you all the best and continued success.

Check out The Groove Therapist at:

VIDEOS:

Mirror of Reality

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnzOcrzlaH0

Morbid Alliance

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoJVRAMvZTY

Epekeina

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgqBB4o1D6g

Mama… Don’t Cry in Silence

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NczcTa1dZfQ

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My name is Mick Michaels...I'm an artist, music fan, songwriter, producer, author, show host, big dreamer & 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 & a way for me to create on a multitude of platforms including music and song, articles, independent screenplays, books & now, artist interviews. The Cosmick View is an opportunity to raise the bar & showcase artists in a positive and inspirational light. For me, it's another out-of-this-world adventure.