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The Forbidden guitarist opens up about the band’s long-awaited self-titled album, the controversial role of AI in music, the rigid hierarchy of Bay Area thrash, and why the world feels increasingly dystopian.
After more than a decade since Omega Wave, Forbidden are back with a new self-titled album that finds the Bay Area thrash veterans reflecting on technological dependence, societal division, and humanity’s uncertain future. For guitarist Craig Locicero, the record is more than a return to the studio. It’s a continuation of the band’s longstanding fascination with the darker, more unsettling sides of the world around us.
In this conversation, Locicero discusses the creative philosophy behind the new album, why he deliberately resisted the temptation to polish every imperfection out of the recordings, and how the band’s artwork became the target of criticism over its use of artificial intelligence. He also challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding thrash metal’s hierarchy, argues that timing can matter as much as talent, and explains why he believes the human element remains essential to making music that truly connects.
From the dystopian parallels of modern life to the philosophical journey at the heart of the album’s closing tracks, Locicero offers a candid look at where Forbidden stand today—and where they intend to go next.
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