M.B.: I actually took 3 years off for personal reasons, but now I'm back! I actually have been working very hard this year on several projects, some of which won't be seen until next year. The Codex is the first release and next month there is an album called Indigo Dying being released on which I sang 2 tracks which were duets. Next year there will be multiple things coming out, which I am not at liberty to discuss yet.

M.B.: Both, really. I was familiar with Magnus from his recent great work with various projects, and I was getting in touch with him to work on another project, when Frontiers contacted me about this album. I always liked his guitar playing and especially his sound, along with his great songwriting. So, I spoke with Magnus who then sent me some rough song sketches, and we began work on the album from that point.

M.K.: Yeah, it's a dream to write for someone who's got so incredible voice. I have listened a lot to the stuff Mark did with Yngwie and I think he is awesome.

M.K.: Actually Mark came in late in the project and everything was already composed. I didn't know who was going to sing it when I wrote the songs. When I found out Mark was going to do it I change some melodies to a little higher key just because he does the high notes so good. But with a singer like Mark it doesn't matter what music he gets. Everything sounds great!

M.K.: I don't think too much on that stuff when I write. I just try to make the songs the best I can and the rest is just luck!

M.K.: Linus plays with a band Called MR KITE.

M.K.: Well, I think the artwork suits the music quite well and the logo as well. I think you can see that it is a metal album when you look at the cover. And metal it is!
M.B.: For myself, I enjoyed working with Magnus very much, and I think we both would like to continue working together, on more albums and including some live shows, but of course, good sales would help very much.

M.K.: That is top secret!

M.K.: I would love to continue work with these great musicians. But of course if it doesn't sell the label won't be interested.
M.B.: This may sound strange, but this collaboration went very smooth from the start, no stress at all, as Magnus was very easy to work with and our mutual respect and cooperation made the work a lot of fun!

M.K.: I never rehearse with the band for any albums and we hardly ever work in the same studio. My plan is simple, if I work with the best it will turn out great! There is one important thing though and it is that all the involved must enjoy my songs otherwise I don't think it would work so well.

M.K.: Japan gets a bonus, as usually. It is an acoustic version of Raise Your Hands.

M.K.: No plans but it would be great if it could happen.
M.B.: There is a chance, because we all want to do it, but as yet there are no plans which I know of.

M.K.: Thanks!
M.B.: Thanks! all the best to you and all the fans! Cheers!