Greetings! Metal Southern Belles Media is at it again with another badass interview! This time, we’re joined by guitarist Ollie Vice from Swedish Groove Metal band, Lethal Disciples. These guys are new force on the scene, but they are vowing “to change Metal forever”. Let’s get down to the nitty fucking gritty…

MSBM: Hi, Ollie! It’s a pleasure to be speaking with you. I see that you’re a guitar player. How long have you been playing? What influenced you?

OV: I have been playing guitar for a couple of years. I started my musical career as a bassist. After many years and different constellations, I picked up the guitar instead and decided I want to do this 100%. The feeling of heavy riffing and the charisma of a great rhythm guitarist such as Scott Ian and James Hetfield is the reason I started getting serious with my guitar playing.

MSBM: Sounds like you’ve found your niche with the guitar. What is your preferred style/brand of guitar and equipment?

OV: I’m a thrasher, so of course there is a lot of Jackson, Ltd & ESP. My standard guitar in the rehearsing room and all around workhorse is a Jackson Dinky. For studio, I’m using a Solar guitar with Evertune. That’s a lifesaver in the studio. But those above are the brands I’m currently using. My choose for amps are definitely Randall; I think their sound is very different in a unique way. It’s easy to get a branded sound. For cabinets, I’m always a huge fan of the 5150. Pickups are EMG 81/60.

MSBM: Very nice! Lethal Disciples formed in 2021, correct? Tell me about how that came to be.

OV: I started Lethal Disciples after leaving my old band Dirty Lane, which was a Classic Rock act. I wanted to return to my roots and make music the way I’m picturing it. Phil, Chris, and Marcus are all old friends of mine and we wanted to do something more than a band. We wanted to be seen as a force. The tight connections in the band resembles more a brotherhood than a ordinary band and that’s how we always intend to keep it.

MSBM: I think it’s great that you guys value closeness in between each band member. I feel those bonds bring out the best version of a band. Along with being very tight-knit, Lethal Disciples takes pride in not following the norm and instead choosing one’s own path. You guys even vow “to change Metal forever”. Can you talk about the purpose/message behind the band and how it’s set apart from other bands in the Groove/Thrash genre?

OV: We take huge pride as a band not following the norm. Just because music in 2022 is like this or that, doesn’t mean that we have to do it the same. For us, it’s always been a way to express ourselves. A way to battle our demons and do something that maybe can be inspirational for generations to come. We want the people who like our music to stay connected to us. To be a part of Lethal Disciples is not just a queue at Spotify, it’s so much more. It could mean a kid doesn’t take their life or it might be setting a new bench press record. Regardless, we want to be a part of the journey and let the music be an outlet like it always has been for us.

MSBM: Wow, that’s some powerful stuff. I love it. I saw that new music is the works. I take this will be the band’s debut? Will it be an EP or full length album?

OV: You can very soon look forward to a single followed up by an EP. The musical landscape doesn’t acquire us to make an album. We would rather release all killers and no fillers, if you get what I mean. We are rather taking our time and are always 100% behind the music and the message. We want to create songs that stands the test of time.

MSBM: Awesome! I can’t wait to hear what your band comes out with. Judging by that focused mindset and prioritized message and purpose, it’s going to be something worth the wait. But as of now, is there a possible release date for the single or EP?

OV: The release is set very, very soon. I strongly suggest that you follow us on instagram and YouTube @lethaldisciples for more information. We want our fans to have a connection to us before we ever set the first tone. Because when we are ready, you will also be ready for what’s to come. The name of our first ever single is “Bloodgroove”.

MSBM: Noted! I’ll be keeping an eye out for that debut single. “Bloodgroove” is a badass title, by the way! So, what is the creative process like for Lethal Disciples?

OV: I’m always creative; I can’t speak for the other guys. But I’m heavily into MMA and BJJ, so watching fights and fighting by myself gets me pumped to create music that fits to my personality and lifestyle. I’ve battled a lot of demons and the outlet for me is to make the nastiest riffs you can imagine. Usually that takes place at home, fully acoustic. But as Max Cavalera from Soulfly and Sepultura said, “If you can make a riff heavy on a acoustic, imagine how heavy it will sound on the full rig in front of 10,000 people”.

MSBM: Heavy music is one of the best outlets for negative thoughts and emotions. Whether you’re creating it or just listening to it, it’s very therapeutic. The nastier riffs, the better, am I right? Speaking of Metal music therapy, let’s talk about live shows. Are any planned in the near future for you guys? Also, what do you enjoy the most about playing shows?

OV: We are looking to set up a European tour because we have connections all over Europe. We are based in Sweden and Germany, so we want to come out with a bang. Everything is in the very early process, but there will be dates available in the near future. Playing live for us is what music is all about. The drums in the chest, the people around you, and creating memories to heavy music is what it’s all about. I’ve performed with different constellations and I remember a guy from Australia approached me and said that our music changed his life. That moment changed me and I want to help people across the globe and I want to do that together with my brothers.

MSBM: Metal concerts, there’s truly nothing like them. The vibes are totally intoxicating and the joy that they bring feels soul-deep. The music and the entire atmosphere cleanses the body of a lot of negativity, so it’s a positive thing. It’s even a lifeline for some people, musicians and fans alike. It’s so amazing that your band is having that affect and you want to continue helping people through music. That’s something very pure. Now, if you could choose any band to tour with in the next year, who would you choose? You can pick multiple, if you want.

OV: Pantera, Lamb of God, Testament, and NWA as an Easter egg. All are huge inspirations for our music.

MSBM: Great lineup! Lastly, where can everyone reading this go to keep up with Lethal Disciples and hear some new music?

OV: Thank you so much for a great interview. You can find us on Instagram and YouTube under @lethaldisciples, also keep an eye on Spotify very soon. In the meantime, thanks for reading a bit of our story and I can’t wait to meet y’all around the globe. With all my heart / Ollie Vice ~

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