Can you tell us about the origin of the band name, a history of the band and a little bit about the various members?

The band name is inspired by Greek mythology. The Titans were ancient, powerful gods in Greek mythology. Cronus, their leader, was overthrown by his son Zeus in a war called the Titanomachy. The Titans were then imprisoned in Tartarus, representing a transition from chaos to order in Greek mythology.

I was lead guitarist and one of the founding members of the Norwegian power metal band “Guardians of Time”. After 25 years, 5 albums and numerous tours across Europe, the band broke up in 2021. The time had come to embark on a new musical journey with “Release the Titans”. Starting out as a one-man-band, I handled all songwriting, guitars and vocals. “Release the Titans” has now grown into a full band, featuring Geir Øivind Vågane on drums, Sebastian Madsen on guitar and Iben Solberg on bass.

Who are your favourite artists/bands and how have they influenced your own sound?

Iron Maiden, Savatage, Queen to name a few. Iron Maiden’s sound and Savatage guitarist Criss Oliva have influenced me in a BIG way! Criss Oliva really set the bar on how aggressive soloing is supposed to sound!

Did you always have the ambition to be a musician and in a band or did you originally have other plans?

When I was a child I wanted to become a pirate. That didn’t really work out…

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

Various songs from Lacuna Coil, Evergrey, Ghost, Within Temptation, Soilwork and many more.

Do you sing in the shower?

Never!

Do you have any plans for the band for this year and into next year?

Finish recording two more songs that will complete the album “Odyssey”. Find a suitable publisher for the band, and do some live shows in 2024.

Do you currently have any new songs/albums ready to be released?

We have two more songs written, but we need to record them first. They will be released early next year.

If you could play at any venue in the world, where would you choose?

Long Beach Arena. Ever since I saw Iron Maiden’s “Live…After Death” video, I’ve been dreaming of playing there!

Do you have a favourite album? If so, what is it?

There are so many favourites, but perhaps Iron Maiden’s “Somewhere in Time”.

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

Hmmm…. Must be Lady Gaga.

If you were putting together the greatest show on earth, who would be playing?

Mario Duplantier (Gojira), Criss Oliva (Savatage), Steve Harris, Randy Rhodes and Freddie Mercury.

Can you remember the first album you bought with your own money? What was it and do you still have it?

Alice Cooper – Raise Your Fist and Yell on cassette. I still have it and I still love it! Kane Roberts’ guitar work is awesome on that album!

As your fans will be reading this, is there any message you would like to send out to them?

Support “Release the Titans”, believe in yourself and be kind to everyone!

Finally, let us know all your social media sites so your fans, old and new, can find and follow/like you!

Website: http://www.releasethetitans.no
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/releasethetitansband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsXylSpmUxcub9KOEfBuUtA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/release_titans
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@release_the_titans?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/release_the_titans/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5lcpYPVorKDRN7lGkTo8Az?si=TnEcUOxwROiag1ZPOkeFzQ

We, at The Metal Asylum, would like to thank you for your time. Is there is anything further that you would like to add?

Thank you for your interest in “Release the Titans”! Please check out our music and remember to play it loud!