EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH FILI BIBIANO OF FORTRESS

Recently our writer Mark caught up with the very talented Fili Bibiano of the band Fortress for an exclusive dive into the band and music. The band are currently celebrating the release of their brand new album “Death Is Your Master” which is the follow up to 2021’s “Don’t Spare The Wicked.” However this time around the album is fuelled by Fili Bibiano as well as new members Joey Mancaruso (drums) and Juan Aguila (vocals). Fili is known for his musical talents with Fortress as well as Intranced (featuring James-Paul Luna (known for Holy Grail and White Wizzard). But now it is clear that he wants to bring Fortress more into the spotlight and take the band worldwide!

https://youtu.be/ITu5ScvEs7g

https://thenwothm.com/2026/01/23/review-fili-bibianos-fortress-death-is-your-master-2026/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fortressheavymetal

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortressheavymetal/

Bandcamp: https://fortressofficial.bandcamp.com/

High Roller Records: https://www.hrrecords.de/FILI-BIBIANOS-FORTRESS-Death-is-Your-Master-LP-BLACK_1

Exclusive Interview with Hampus Klang of Bullet

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_HWGakTIq8

Few bands embody the raw spirit of heavy metal quite like Bullet. Formed in Sweden, they’ve carved out a reputation for high-octane riffs, thunderous rhythms, and a live energy that feels like a throwback to the glory days of classic metal. With their leather-clad aesthetic, soaring vocals, and unapologetically loud sound, Bullet has become a staple for fans who crave music that’s both nostalgic and fiercely alive in the present. Over the years, they’ve built a loyal following by staying true to their roots while pushing their craft forward, and guitarist Hampus Klang has been at the heart of that journey, driving the band’s signature blend of grit and melody.

Now, Bullet is gearing up to unleash their upcoming album, Kickstarter… a title that perfectly captures the band’s drive to ignite fresh momentum and rally their fans for the next chapter. From what Hampus shared in our conversation, this record promises to deliver everything fans love about Bullet: blistering guitar work, anthemic choruses, and that unmistakable sense of grit and fun. It’s an album that feels both celebratory and defiant, a reminder that heavy metal is not just alive but thriving in the hands of bands who refuse to compromise their sound. The name itself suggests a spark, a jolt of energy meant to propel Bullet into a new era while honoring the traditions that shaped them.

Personally, I can’t wait to dive into the new tracks and feel that surge of energy only Bullet can provide. Their past releases have always carried a sense of urgency and joy, the kind of music that demands you turn the volume up and let the riffs take over. If Kickstarter lives up to the passion Hampus described, it’s going to be a wild ride! It will be one that pairs perfectly with a glass of whiskey and the thrill of anticipation. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this album is shaping up to be a testament to Bullet’s staying power, and I’m looking forward to cranking it loud and letting it roar.

#bullet #BulletBand #exclusiveInterview #HampusKlang #HeavyMetal #kickstarter #MarkPruett #NewAlbum #NewWaveOfTraditionalHeavyMetal #NWOTHM