ROSS THE BOSS Gears Up to Melt Faces on Australian Tour

Interview by Angela Croudace
Heavy metal legend Ross The Boss is set to electrify Australia next
week, and he couldn't be more excited. Reflecting on his previous
visit, Ross recalls the overwhelming love he received from Aussie
fans. "The reaction nerfed me," he laughed. "The intensity,
especially in Melbourne, was unbelievable."
Ross, a founding member of Manowar, spoke passionately about the
creation of Sign of the Hammer, revealing that the band often
recorded more tracks than needed, seizing every opportunity in the
studio. A highlight was recording at Richard Branson's famed Manor
Studio — a surreal experience that included sleeping in rooms once
occupied by historical figures like William the Conqueror.
This upcoming tour features what Ross calls the best version of the
RTB band yet, boasting powerhouse musicians like Dirk Schlächter
(Gamma Ray) and drummer Sean Elg. “We’re coming to melt faces,”
Ross promises, highlighting the group’s precision and raw
power.
When asked about his time in Manowar, Ross candidly shared that he
wished he'd been firmer with his bandmate Joey DeMaio. "Sometimes I
should’ve put my foot down more," he admitted. Despite past
challenges, he now channels his passion purely through his guitar,
still rooted in the soulful blues influences of B.B. King and
Albert King.
Ross also touched on the emotional impact his music has had.
"People tell me it saved their lives," he said, visibly moved.
"It’s an honour I don't take lightly."
As Ross prepares to unleash a storm of classic anthems down under,
he leaves fans with one promise: “We’ll give you 150%. When the
final note rings out, we want you to feel it in your soul — and
want us back.”


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