It has always been fascinating of how musicians, and artists, that were in a substantially long hiatus, return to action, at times as if just yesterday they made the decision to rest up. Nonetheless, the energy to perform, to create to be there back in the fold, that sensation deep inside is no doubt amazing. The Russian Blacksword started out nearly two decades ago, released a debut and off they went into thin air. Two years ago, Ivan Viking, the band's founder made the first move to return, gathered up the troops, signed up with an amazing vocalist and "Alive Again" was born. Steinmetal talked with Ivan about signing with a new label, having a Greek starlet vocalist, to create and record again and more…
