1. To kick things off Tell our audience about your new release?
*Trinitas*, set for release on November 6th, is our third album to date, but it is the first with the new lineup and—above all—the first featuring female vocals. With this new lineup, we were able to dial up the aggression we had been aiming for. We are really happy with it!
2. Do you feel the pressure to release standalone singles instead of full length concept albums?
Yes and no. Actually, given my age, I’m old-school; I prefer listening to full albums rather than singles. To me, a single is “disposable”—heard once and quickly forgotten. With an album, you have to take the time to listen to the whole thing. There’s a whole world built around it to support it. It’s a completely different experience. So… pressure to release singles? Not really! To promote what’s coming up, sure, but after that—give me an album! Hahaha.
3. If you had to describe the sound of your Band to someone who hasn’t heard you yet: What would you say?
It’s heavy and groovy, with catchy hooks and a mix of singing and screaming—featuring a female lead vocalist—yet it remains accessible.
4. How has the songwriting evolved with the band over the years? What does that process look like for you lately?
Over the course of three albums, the process hasn’t changed much. I (Dany) compose the majority of the rhythm parts. That will likely change for the fourth album, but for now, that’s how it works. Then, the others offer their opinions and suggestions, and we rework things based on that input. As for the vocals, it’s a three-person effort: Emmanuelle and Nicolas bring in ideas, and the three of us explore them—along with the vocal rhythms—to structure them around the music.
5. What was the hardest track on your latest release to record, and why?
Rhythmically, I don’t compose anything too complex, so there isn’t all that much going on. There was just one silly little part where I struggled with a triplet—hahaha—and to save time, someone else played it for me. Cedrick, on the other hand, really goes all out on the solos. I couldn’t say which one was the hardest for him from a technical standpoint. Overall, we were guided so well by Francis Perron (Martyr, Voivod) during the studio work that everything went smoothly! Thanks to him!
6. What are some of the recurring themes or messages you find yourself exploring in your lyrics?
We try to avoid revisiting the same theme twice. However, this imposes some limitations, and since Emmanuelle is new to the program, we wanted to avoid stifling her ideas. Consequently, we briefly touched upon certain points that had already been explored in the past—specifically, topics our group felt compelled to revisit, such as death and drugs.
7. What is one song you’ve written that you feel captures the absolute core identity of the band?
Lyrically, “Renaissance” and “Trinitas” are testaments to what we experienced between our two albums—we faced a lot of difficulties. Overall, though, for me, “Enterré Vivant” (the third single) and “Traitre” represent what constantly goes through my mind when I’m composing.
8. Do you find your energy translates better in an intimate club style venue or a massive festival setting?
The bigger the stage, the more energy we can give to the audience. We’ve performed at various festivals in Quebec, but we’ve never had the chance to play on truly massive stages. We hope that will happen with the arrival of Trinitas!
9. Who are the unsung heroes of your musical development? Who inspired you to pick up your instrument in the first place?
Metallica was the FIRST band that made me want to play guitar. I was a young teenager of 13, with *…And Justice for All* and *Kill ‘Em All* on constant rotation. James completely won me over with his incredible downpicking. A few years later, I discovered Dimebag Darrell and Pantera. Although I never really explored lead guitar, I was passionate about rhythm guitar!
10. If you could sit down and collaborate with any Artist or Band right now, who would be at the top of your list and Why?
At the top of the list? Phew, that’s a hard one to answer, as it depends on the style being explored. For me, Trent Reznor/NIN is the ultimate Artist (with a capital A)! The versatility he explores has fascinated me ever since the *Broken* EP. As for metal, Metallica is the stuff of dreams, but among more recent bands, I have to admit that Architects, Bring Me The Horizon, and Electric Callboy would be dream collaborators.
11. How would you describe the evolution of your sound from your early demos to this current release ?
If we’re talking about the very early days of Nova Spei—things have changed ENORMOUSLY! The project’s start in 2012 was… uncertain. I wanted to explore low tunings and 8-string guitars; I was searching for my style and my sound. Over the years, help arrived through the producer of our first two albums. He guided me regarding tones, how to use my guitar, and so on. But for *Trinitas*, Francis Perron sort of tore that down, bringing me back to basics and toward something rawer.
12. Are there any endorsements or gear brands you’re currently working with that you’d like to shout out?
Oh, absolutely! Charbonneau Guitars!! He’s been supporting us for so many years—with both our guitars and our basses. A passionate luthier who truly cares about his clients! Need a custom build? Go see him! Charbonneau Guitars!!
13. What does your tour calendar look like? Any big shows or festivals we should be made aware of?
We are still mapping out what’s next for the release of *Trinitas* and the period following it. For now, there’s nothing major on the agenda other than getting back to touring here in Quebec. We have plans—or rather, hopes—to tour Europe in 2027 (or 2028), if fate allows! We also hope to play local festivals again. The dream, though, would be to perform at festivals over in Europe!
14. With the digital streaming landscape making it harder for artists, what do you feel is the best way for fans to truly support bands right now?
Here in Quebec, vinyl sales are still going strong. So, there’s that. Buying merch—t-shirts, hoodies, and so on—helps a lot, too. Back in my day—I’m pushing 50 now (damn, I feel old, hahaha)—there used to be street teams that helped bands out. That was the best kind of word-of-mouth promotion for bands. But more than anything, I think it really comes down to the live show experience. It’s the energy from the crowd that makes you want to keep going, no matter what.
15.Who came up with the name for the band ?
It was Sébastien Aymont (the first rhythm guitarist) who proposed the idea. Nova Spei—which means “A New Hope”—was intended as a message to people that, despite everything, anything is still possible and the flame—the passion—can be rekindled. For us, it was a second chance.
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