Published: July 25, 2020
In an exclusive Rockum interview with Gino Alache, My Dying Bride frontman Aaron Stainthorpe reflects on the band’s return, personal struggles, artistic vision, and the deeper meaning behind Macabre Cabaret.
When a band like My Dying Bride returns after years of silence, the music is only part of the story. Behind it lies time, distance, personal battles, and a deeper understanding of life itself.
In this exclusive interview with Rockum, vocalist Aaron Stainthorpe opens up about the release of Macabre Cabaret, sharing not only the creative vision behind the EP, but also his reflections on life, absence, and the emotional weight that has shaped the band’s sound over the decades.
Following the release of The Ghost Of Orion, My Dying Bride returned once again with Macabre Cabaret, an EP that dives into themes of dark love, desire, and emotional decay.
Aaron describes the material as an exploration of human fragility, where passion and destruction often coexist, blurring the line between beauty and suffering.
During the conversation, Stainthorpe also reflected on his personal journey, including the period of distance he took from the band, a time marked by deeply personal circumstances that ultimately reshaped his perspective on life and music.
He also addressed the issue of music consumption and piracy, offering a thoughtful perspective shaped by decades in the industry, acknowledging both the challenges artists face and the evolving way audiences interact with music today.
Throughout the interview, it becomes clear that Stainthorpe is not only a musician, but a deeply reflective individual whose worldview has been shaped by time, loss, and experience.
The EP features three new tracks, including “A Secret Kiss”, a haunting piece that reflects on mortality and the final imprint left on the human soul.
Produced, mixed and mastered by Mark Mynett, Macabre Cabaret continues the band’s tradition of blending sorrow, beauty and darkness into a singular sonic identity.
More than just a release, Macabre Cabaret represents a continuation of My Dying Bride’s legacy, shaped by real-life experiences and emotional depth.
This interview offers a rare glimpse into the mind of Aaron Stainthorpe, a voice that has remained one of the most distinctive and introspective in the world of doom metal.
Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist
