Alex Edkins

Greg AckermanInterviews

Interview: Alex Edkins of Metz talks pandemic, Austin scene

Last month we reviewed Toronto noise-rockers, Metz’ fantastic new album, Atlas Vending. Today we’re sharing an in-depth interview with band leader, Alex Edkins. We discussed the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on touring musicians, the new album and how the Toronto scene compares to Austin’s.

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Brian HillsmanReview

Album Review: Metz to release Atlas Vending October 9

Metz’s new record, the follow-up to the Steve Albini-produced Strange Peace is Atlas Vending. The album continues in a similar trajectory as an angst-layered commentary on post-nuclear life.  The record is due for an October 9 release on Sub Pop Records. The new LP indeed picks up where their previous work left off, further establishing the Ottawa natives as a hardcore punk sub genre all their own.

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