Interviews: Vicious Rain

On this new occasion, we have had the opportunity to interview the Metalcore band Vicious Rain from Switzerland. Check out the interview and follow the band on their FACEBOOK PAGE.

1. The Anatomy of Surviving is described as your most personal record to date. At what point did you realize this album needed to go deeper than anything you’d done before?

Ironically, we only realized how deeply everything was connected when we were recording the final songs. Up until that point, it wasn’t a deliberate concept. The themes had just been pouring out naturally. Only at the end did we see the bigger picture.

2. The title suggests endurance rather than victory. What does “surviving” mean to Vicious Rain right now—personally and as a band?

Personally, “surviving” really describes the act of facing yourself, dealing with your own struggles, your own doubts, and the things you would sometimes rather avoid. It is about doing the internal work instead of running from it. As a band, it is about endurance and commitment. Staying consistent even when things feel slow or difficult. We truly believe that if you put in the work and stay dedicated, there will always be some kind of reward. Maybe not immediately, and maybe not in the way you expected, but it will come.

3. Was there a specific moment, experience, or emotional breaking point that shaped the direction of this album?

We generally write about our lives and our experiences, and especially about how those experiences make us feel. So the emotional direction of the album wasn’t shaped by one specific breaking point. It was more of a collection of moments over time. The only conscious decision we made was that we wanted this record to lean more toward the heavier side musically. Naturally, that brought out more negative emotions in the writing process. But it wasn’t triggered by a single dramatic event. It was more about being honest about what was already there.

4.“IKIGAI” introduces the album with a powerful philosophical concept. How did you first connect with the idea, and why did it feel right as the opening statement? 

Even though it is not the first song on the album, it was the first track we released after our debut record, so it felt like the right statement to make. It is heavy and fast-paced, which makes it the perfect way to introduce this new era.

5. The song centers on purpose and inner drive—was that something you were searching for yourselves during the writing process?

Mauro actually brought the idea to the table. He had been reading about the philosophy of Ikigai, and the concept immediately resonated with all of us. I think, in a way, we already knew that playing music was that one thing for us. But during that time, it became clearer than ever. With every new song we recorded and every show we played, it just reinforced that this is what we are meant to do. 

6. Metalcore often deals with rage and release. How did you balance aggression with reflection on a track that’s about meaning and direction?

It is more about intensity. When you are searching for meaning or direction, those emotions are not calm or quiet. They can be frustrating, overwhelming, even chaotic. We try to let the music mirror that emotional journey. It is not just anger for the sake of it. It is released with a purpose.

7. Your lyrics explore anxiety, trauma, and self-destruction, but always leave space for hope. Is that sense of hope intentional, or does it emerge naturally?

It is very intentional. Even when we explore anxiety, trauma, or self-destruction, we never want to leave the listener in a place without light. For us, it is important to show that it is worth fighting, worth enduring, and worth believing that things can change.

8. Were there any lyrics on the album that felt uncomfortable to write—or almost too honest?

I think it is worth mentioning that while we were writing these songs, we did not fully realize how personal and relevant the lyrics actually were. It only really hit us afterwards. So it did not feel uncomfortable in the moment. If anything, it was more cathartic than anything else. Writing it felt natural. It was only later that we understood how exposed we had really made ourselves.

9. Tracks like “Silent Therapy” suggest healing without words. How important is music itself as a form of therapy for you?

Music has always been a form of therapy for us, even before we actively started playing in bands. Sometimes it is easier to express things through art than through direct conversation. You can process emotions without having to fully articulate them. 

10. Sonically, this record feels darker but also more melodic. What were the biggest risks you took with your sound this time?

We did not really think of it as taking risks. Compared to our first album, we were simply a lot more open to different ideas this time. We allowed ourselves to explore elements that felt a bit more outside the box, whether that meant experimenting with new sounds, structures, or dynamics.

11. How did expanding your dynamic range—softer moments, heavier breakdowns—change the way you approached songwriting?

I think it made us more confident in what we can create and in the direction we want to take this band. Next time, we will probably be even more open to new ideas.

12. Do you feel like this album finally captures the sound you’ve been chasing since the band started?

We are a band that plays heavy music, and that is something we will always carry with us. That intensity is part of our identity. At the same time, we have always said that we want to create music that feels right to us in the moment. On this album, that meant leaning a bit more into aggression. But I cannot say what the next one will sound like, because we never want to limit ourselves creatively.

13. Having shared stages with bands like I Prevail and Crystal Lake, how have those tours influenced your confidence or live intensity?

Playing with huge and successful bands always brings out two main feelings in me. The first one is pure appreciation. Being given the opportunity to present our music to new crowds and connect with people who might not have discovered us otherwise is something we never take for granted. The second feeling is ambition. Seeing bands operate at that level is incredibly motivating. It pushes us to talk about how we can improve, how we can elevate our performance, and how we can make our live show even more impactful. It does not make us feel smaller. It makes us hungrier.

14. How do you translate such emotionally heavy material into a live setting without losing its intimacy?

We do not separate the emotions from the performance. We just try to be honest on stage. The intensity gets amplified live, but the intimacy comes from the connection with the crowd. When people scream those words back at you, it becomes something shared.

15. Has the response from European audiences shaped how you see your place in the modern metal scene

Seeing the reaction from European audiences gave us perspective. It showed us where we stand, but it also made us realize that there is space for us in the modern metal scene. That kind of feedback builds confidence and clarity.

16. You’re often described as “sharpening your identity.” How would you define Vicious Rain in 2026?

We know our strengths, we know our direction, and we are not afraid to lean into it. We are a heavy band with emotional depth

17. What do you hope fans feel—or confront—after listening to The Anatomy of Surviving front to back?

We intentionally keep parts of the full context to ourselves because we want listeners to attach their own meaning to the songs. If someone can find something in the record that helps them process their own struggles, then it has done its job.

18. If someone discovers Vicious Rain for the first time through this album, what do you want them to understand about who you are?

I hope they understand that Vicious Rain is not just about heaviness. It is about emotion, growth, and resilience. Everything we create comes from a genuine place, and that honesty is the core of who we are.

19. What does survival look like after this album cycle ends—where do you want to push yourselves next?

Right now, survival looks like taking these songs to the stage and presenting them to as many people, in as many places as we can. That is always the next step for us. The music truly comes alive when we play it live.

20. Finally, when everything is stripped away—genre labels, expectations, hype—what keeps Vicious Rain moving forward?

It is simply the act of creating art with your best friends. Writing songs together, expressing ourselves honestly, and feeling that connection on stage. That is what keeps us moving forward.

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