With “The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition”, KNIGHTS OF UNICRON pay tribute to a beloved animated classic with a heavier, sharper, and fully reimagined version of its iconic songs. METAL KAOZ connected with Brittney Slayes to discuss singing “The Transformers (Theme)”, honoring the original without getting destroyed by nostalgia, and why fans should stop being so negative about new music. From soundtrack memories to UNLEASH THE ARCHERS updates, Brittney celebrates the joy of fandom, the passion behind music, and the excitement of what comes next.

With “Worlds To Conquer”, IRONFLAME return with another classic Heavy Metal statement, forged through melody, instinct, and Andrew D’Cagna's unmistakable creative vision. METAL KAOZ connected with Andrew to discuss the album’s unusual timeline, the danger of clinging too tightly to the past, and why modern Metal records often sound too perfect. From keeping AI out of music to letting creativity breathe without interference, Andrew reflects on evolution, authenticity, and the challenge of growing without losing the fans who believed first.

With “Rats In The Temple”, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM return with a dark, razor-sharp album that channels betrayal, war, abuse, and the gnawing thoughts that eat away from within. METAL KAOZ connected with Eric AK Knutson to discuss the meaning behind the new record, the “rats” inside our heads, and why touring the U.S. has become a financial nightmare for bands. From finally reaching Australia after 40 years to the band's renewed fire, Eric reflects on survival, persistence, and battle-tested perspective.

With “Å”, WORMWOOD continue shaping their own path through atmospheric extreme Metal, where Scandinavian melancholy, Folk-rooted emotion, and cinematic intensity meet with raw sincerity. METAL KAOZ connected with Tobias Rydsheim to discuss the upcoming EP, from reusing a 15-year-old melody to the importance of place, patience, and honest songwriting. From the question of whether English weakens Viking Metal to Art as an eye-opener, and music’s power to change lives, Tobias reflects on creating music with purpose.