SOURCE – Congratulations on your new album, The Ghost of Badon Hill. I feel this might be your best record yet. What are your thoughts on that statement?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals) – That’s very kind of you to say. As a collection of songs, I believe this is our most consistent work to date. While there are individual songs from our back catalog that I may prefer, it’s difficult to give you a definitive answer right now. Ask me again in five years!
SOURCE – The Ghost of Badon Hill has a cultural, almost historical feel in some parts. How did English culture and history inspire you?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals) – Absolutely. I have a deep interest in English mythology and culture, particularly the local history of Somerset. It’s an incredibly rich and fertile source of inspiration.
SOURCE – How did Rogfest – Episode 1, featuring The Shallow Souls, No Thursday War, Valfader, Betrayers, and Migo, come together? And how do you feel about it now?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals) – It was a memorial show we played in honor of our dear friend Roger Densham, who sadly passed away last year after a battle with cancer. All the bands involved came together simply to pay tribute to him and his music.
SOURCE – Could you tell us about the making of the new video clip Blood Moon?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals): The video was created by Jon Birch, a talented local artist we’ve collaborated with many times before. I believe it represents the song very well.
SOURCE – With the success and rave reviews of the last release, does that increase your expectations for this album, The Ghost of Badon Hill?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals): Yes, I suppose it does. However, we try not to focus too much on expectations. All we can do is create the best and most honest music we can at any given time. That said, the attention This Sceptred Veil received certainly took us by surprise.
SOURCE – At this point in the band’s career, how do you balance fan expectations for what you create and deliver versus your own personal expectations? Do you find they work hand in hand?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals): Again, I don’t pay much attention to fan expectations. I think it’s a fool’s errand to do so. More often than not, you end up creating something you think people want rather than staying true to yourself. If people don’t like our new material, that’s perfectly fine. It would be unrealistic to think you can please everyone all the time.
SOURCE – Are you surprised by the power of social media today to influence people around the world? How does Sergeant Thunderhoof approach their own social media content?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals): I’m not surprised; I simply accept that this is the world we now live in. Personally, I wish social media didn’t exist. I believe it does more harm than good for humanity, on the whole.
SOURCE – What’s next for the band after the album is released?
Dan Flitcroft (Vocals): We have some exciting shows and festivals lined up for this year. However, we’ll probably take some time off to recharge our creative batteries. I thoroughly enjoyed writing and recording the last two albums, so personally, I’d love to continue that process as soon as possible.
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