TWAN HOLLIDAY (SAINTS OF DEATH): “When You Can Open Up And Tell Your Struggles… That’s When People Come Together”

Saints of Death band photo — Photo: Kevin Eisenlord Photography

Saints of Death started off as a Motörhead tribute band in Vancouver, Canada. In 2015 the band released their debut EP and hit the touring circuit with their twin bass attack and unique heavy sound. 2020 not only brings new band members, but it also brings Saints of Death’s first full length album Ascend to the Throne [Read our review HERE].

Vocalist Twan Holliday is an imposing, near 7 foot tall beast. His appearance hasn’t just commanded the stage. It landed him feature roles in Hollywood movies, as well performances in the pro wrestling ring.

They say never judge a book by its cover. After speaking with Twan I found out that of all things, he’s also human like the rest of us. He’s had some hard times, and his latest album is Holliday’s way of getting it all off his chest. I went into Ascend to the Throne having one opinion of the album, and after chatting with Twan, a completely different one. Listen for yourself.

Author

George Dionne

George was a contributor here at Metal Express Radio, reviewing albums and conducting interviews, out of Massachusetts, USA. George has contributed to numerous music related websites and blogs, and even managed his own from 2004-2009. George's first assignment was covering a live show by the mighty GWAR. By contrast his later assignments featured Judas Priest, Van Halen, and Bon Jovi. George was also the front man for the South Eastern Massachusetts cover band Sound Tower from 2009-2015. Sound Tower played 300+ shows across MA and had two original songs on the Cape Cod radio station PIXY 103. George enjoys a good whiskey, scotch, and/or bourbon and fights crime in his spare time.
View all posts