New Skeletal Faces Push Boundaries with Until the Night: Punk, Metal, and Gothic Fusion Redefined

New Skeletal Faces, the genre-defying band led by Errol Fritz
(vocals/guitar) and Don Void (drums), has once again pushed musical
boundaries with their latest release, Until the Night. Following
their debut, Celestial Disease, Until the Night showcases a bold
evolution in their sound, blending elements of punk, gothic rock,
metal, and more. In an insightful interview, Fritz and Void shared
their thoughts on the album's creative process, signing with
Peaceville Records, and what sets New Skeletal Faces apart from
today's music scene.
The band quickly points out how Until the Night differs from its
predecessor. While Celestial Disease laid the foundation for New
Skeletal Faces' identity Until the Night expands the band's sonic
palette. "The songs are a lot more catchy on this album," Fritz
explained. "It's just fucking catchy here to me." The album delves
into a wider range of styles, from the aggressive, headbang-worthy
Pagan War (arguably their heaviest track yet) to the darker,
death-rock vibe of Enchantment of My Inner Coldness.
Void also appreciates the new album's diversity: "There's stuff on
Until the Night that's more punk, and stuff that's heavier than
anything on Celestial Disease. It branches and pushes in every
direction."
Until the Night marks New Skeletal Faces' debut release on the
legendary Peaceville Records. For the band, signing with the iconic
label felt like a major milestone. "This is the first time I've
ever been on a label of this size, so it's a big deal," Fritz said.
Void added, "When we found out that they were interested, it was
the easiest yes to ever say." The band had long admired
Peaceville's roster, which includes genre-defining acts like
Anathema, Paradise Lost, and Opeth. The support from Peaceville has
been invaluable, allowing the band to stay true to their vision.
"They immediately understood what we were about," Void said, noting
how the label supported the band's unique artistic choices,
including the gold foil album cover and custom vinyl
variants.
Speaking of the album cover, Until the Night features artwork by
none other than Errol Fritz himself. Fritz, who also created the
cover for the band's Sextinction EP, took a minimalist yet striking
approach to the design. "Sometimes simplicity is better," he
explained. "There's not a whole lot going on, but it says a lot."
The artwork, which captures raw emotion, was a perfect complement
to the album's diverse and atmospheric sound. "The minute you
showed us those sick paintings of yours, we just knew they were the
ones," Void said, praising Fritz's talent.
The band also discussed making the music video for Ossuary Lust,
filmed in a chapel in a cemetery just five minutes from Fritz's
home. "We broke into this little chapel and just started filming,"
Fritz recalled. Despite the somewhat illicit nature of the shoot,
the band had no issues with the church authorities. "Nobody stopped
us. No priests walked in and tried to throw holy water on us,"
Fritz joked. The video, filled with striking imagery and a sense of
rebellion, mirrors the band's aesthetic and attitude—uncompromising
and raw.
Another highlight for the band was working with legendary producer
Bill Metoyer (Slayer, W.A.S.P., and the godfather of Los Angeles
heavy metal). "Bill is a legend," Void said. "His resume speaks for
itself." The band recorded Until the Night themselves before
bringing the material to Metoyer for the final production. "It was
incredible," Fritz noted, explaining how Mitoia understood the
band's vision and helped bring it to life. Fritz and Void formed a
personal bond with Metoyer outside the studio, enjoying nights of
casual drinks and conversation. "He's just a lot of fun," Void
said. "We hit it off with him immediately."
When asked what sets New Skeletal Faces apart from today's musical
landscape, the band had a simple answer: nearly everything. "We're
too heavy for goth, and then we're too goth for metal," Fritz said.
"We're not political enough for punk. We don't really fit into
current trends." This genre-defying approach has earned the band a
loyal following, with fans drawn to their unique sound that blends
elements from multiple genres without being confined to any single
one.
When it comes to musical influences, New Skeletal Faces draws
inspiration from an eclectic mix of artists, including Celtic
Frost, The Cure, David Bowie, P.I.L., and Killing Joke. These
bands, known for their boundary-pushing styles, have significantly
shaped New Skeletal Faces' sound. "
Looking ahead, the band is eager to continue experimenting and
expanding their sound, creating music that is as unpredictable and
exciting as their live shows. As Void said, "We just want to keep
making music that stands out and pushes boundaries."
With Until the Night, New Skeletal Faces has delivered an album
that is as ambitious as it is bold—marking the beginning of a new
era for the band. As they continue to challenge expectations, one
thing is clear: New Skeletal Faces is a force to be reckoned with
in the world of heavy music.

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