Published: January 27, 2021
In a conversation with Gino Alache, Frozen Soul vocalist Chad Green discusses the release of Crypt of Ice, the band’s influences, and the emergence of a new name in modern death metal.
Frozen Soul emerged as one of the most talked-about new acts in extreme metal with the release of their debut album Crypt of Ice on January 8, 2021 via Century Media Records. Rooted in a cold, old-school death metal aesthetic, the band quickly gained attention for their heavy, frostbitten sound and clear homage to the genre’s early foundations.
In this interview recorded on January 27, 2021, vocalist Chad Green speaks with Gino Alache for Rockum Radio about the release of Crypt of Ice, offering insight into the band’s early momentum and the reception of their debut. Released just weeks prior, the album marked a defining first statement for Frozen Soul within the modern death metal scene.
Green discusses the band’s sound and identity, describing a style deeply influenced by classic death metal traditions while maintaining a focused and cohesive atmosphere built around themes of coldness and isolation. Tracks like “Crypt of Ice,” “Encased in Ice,” and “Wraith of Death” helped establish the album’s sonic direction and quickly resonated with fans of the genre.
The conversation also explores the creative process behind the album, shedding light on how Frozen Soul approached songwriting for their debut release. As a new band entering a competitive scene, Crypt of Ice represents both an introduction and a clear declaration of intent a commitment to a sound that honors the past while carving its own identity.
Green also reflects on the band’s influences, pointing toward key acts that helped shape their approach, reinforcing the connection between Frozen Soul and the legacy of death metal’s foundational era. At the same time, the interview introduces the full lineup behind the project, emphasizing the collective effort that brought the album to life.
As the discussion moves forward, attention turns to the band’s early goals and expectations following the album’s release, including how they plan to reach listeners and expand their presence within the global metal community. With Crypt of Ice, Frozen Soul positioned themselves as a rising force in modern death metal, backed by a sound that feels both familiar and purpose driven.
Capturing a band at the very beginning of its journey, this conversation stands as a snapshot of Frozen Soul’s arrival a moment where ambition, identity, and execution aligned to introduce a new name into the evolving landscape of extreme music.
