Last month, Hanalei released its first full-length in over a decade, entitled Black Snow. We spoke with singer/guitarist Brian Moss, (The Ghost, Great Apes) and talked about what inspired the creation of this album. Upon learning that he was going to be a first-time father, Moss felt compelled to begin writing as a means to deal with the fears of bringing a child into such a turbulent world. We addressed his concerns regarding climate change, income inequality, social media and more, and how these topics influenced the lyrics on this record. Additionally, we discussed how the album was recorded, the overall style of its songs, what Moss has planned for the future of Hanalei and more.
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Writer: Bill Denker
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