Because of its obsession with dark subject matter, its flamboyance in the face of decency, its appeal to society’s fringe, and the sheer volume at which it’s played, heavy metal quickly became the ...

“Heavy metal fans were a subculture that we didn’t really know firsthand, but we were curious about,” Krulik said. “We were more into punk and new wave,” Heyn said. Krulik and Heyn had ...

Ellefson delved into the evolution of his craft, the unique subculture of heavy metal, and the sheer joy he finds in connecting with fans. Explaining what drives him as a musician, Ellefson said ...