Last week, I had the pleasure of catching up with Marcus Siegenhort of Lantlôs to talk about the band’s latest album, Wild Hunt. It’s been seven years since their last release, and Wild Hunt marks a vibrant and expansive leap into new sonic territory. By Tom Sundgren | Capital Chaos TV
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On Releasing Wild Hunt
Tom:
Wild Hunt just dropped last Friday. It’s been a long time coming and a big production. How does it feel to finally have it out in the world?
Marcus:
I couldn’t be any happier. It was such a burden to carry all these ideas around for so long without being able to share them—especially with people who had been waiting for it. Honestly, it was kind of painful.
But you know, sometimes things just take time. There were boring technical setbacks—crashing hard drives and stuff like that. It was a ton of work. But now that it’s out, I’m so happy. The feedback has been incredible.
I actually expected more backlash because of the stylistic shift. You know how the internet is. But instead, I got so much love from the fans. It was awesome.
The Sound and Style of Wild Hunt
Tom:
I was blown away. It gave me such positive, blissful vibes right from the first listen. It’s a mix of genres, but it all flows so naturally.
I feel like fans of Melting Sun would absolutely love this, and people expecting something like your first album or .neon probably haven’t been paying attention. You’ve clearly been evolving.
Marcus:
Exactly. But when there’s a seven-year gap, people’s expectations can get wild.
There was definitely some tension leading up to release day—even though I loved the album and was confident in it. But yeah, I’m super happy with how it’s been received.
Inside the Recording Process
Tom:
The mix is so tight and detailed. How did the recording process come together?
Marcus:
We didn’t use a big professional studio. We found a room that sounded good—an old sauna, actually. That’s where we recorded drums, back in 2017 or 2018. My drummer Felix and I stayed there for about two weeks.
Everything else was recorded at home. It was very minimal—just me, a computer, and a few pieces of gear. I kept it simple to avoid overengineering things.
Tom:
I never would’ve guessed it was that minimal. It sounds massive.
Marcus:
Yeah, the magic was more in the production than the mix. I worked part by part, building layers and textures. I wanted each moment to feel alive—shimmery, dynamic, and evolving. That’s the fun part for me: painting a scene with sound.
Vocal Growth and Exploration
Tom:
Your vocal performance on Wild Hunt has a lot more range and color. Did you take lessons, or was it a natural progression?
Marcus:
No formal lessons. But I’ve been doing a lot outside of Lantlôs. I write pop music, glitchy stuff, even death metal.
Over time, I became more interested in vocal-centered music—R&B, pop—and realized that songwriting and production were my passions.
So I started singing my own songs. I’d record, listen back, and just refine the sound. The vocals on Wild Hunt were a huge effort—tons of harmonies and layers—but it was worth it. It made the songs feel more personal.
Compact Songwriting and Pop Influence
Tom:
There’s a definite pop sensibility in how the songs are structured—tight, catchy, but still heavy. Was that intentional?
Marcus:
Totally. I realized you can deliver a weird, complex, beautiful message in three minutes. You don’t need a 12-minute epic every time.
So with Wild Hunt, I focused on being more direct. Lead vocals became central—not buried in the background—and that had a big impact on how the songs hit.
Other Projects: Labyrinth of Stars and More
Tom:
You mentioned a death metal project—Labyrinth of Stars. That sounds wild.
Marcus:
Yeah! We’re releasing the debut album next year. I’m also working on a second one now. It’s this weird, ethereal, outer-space kind of death metal.
I’m working with my close friend Christian, who plays in several bands like Owl and Valborg. He’s one of the best underground musicians in Germany.
Death Metal Roots and Morbid Angel Obsession
Tom:
What kind of death metal are you into these days?
Marcus:
Honestly, Morbid Angel is the essence of death metal for me. I’m a huge fan of their mid-era albums like Formulas Fatal to the Flesh and Gateways to Annihilation.
I’ve been listening to them since I was 14. Even if I go through an R&B phase for a year, Morbid Angel is always there.
Tom:
Same here. That era has so much personality—especially Trey’s guitar work. Have you seen them live?
Marcus:
Not yet! Still on my bucket list. But yeah, I’m more of a Steve Tucker era fan. David Vincent had great material too, but Tucker’s vibe fits the band better for me.
Lyrical Themes and “The Zone”
Tom:
Lyrically, Wild Hunt feels bright—almost overwhelmingly positive at times. Can you talk about the themes behind it?
Marcus:
Yeah, it’s actually 100% based on my personal life. The album is centered around a concept I call The Zone—or what my friends and I call Ethereal Pro.
It’s about a very special, almost angelic state of mind. That feeling you get on the first day of spring, or the lightness and wonder you felt as a child.
But it can also be overwhelming. You feel so elevated and detached that it becomes a burden—like you’re losing touch with reality.
That contrast—the beauty and the weight of that state—is what the album is really about. Every part of it: lyrics, sound, visuals—it’s all The Zone.
Watch the full video interview below.
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