Lacuna Coil's Cristina Scabbia Picks Favorite Pantera Song | Revolver

Lacuna Coil's Cristina Scabbia Picks Favorite Pantera Song

"Much, much respect to Pantera"
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It might not be readily apparent from their music, but Italian metal juggernaut Lacuna Coil was heavily inspired by Texas hellraisers Pantera. One song in particular has had a deep and lingering impact on singer Cristina Scabbia. Below, she talks about that standout cut and her enduring love for the band.

"Cemetery Gates"

"Cemetery Gates" shows that metal bands can be fantastic in writing "ballad-like" songs. I love the combination between the heavier parts and the dramatic sense of depth in the slower part. I first heard the song in a metal pub in Milan, my hometown, years ago, and it still has an impact on me. It reminds me [of] when I was hanging out with my old friends. Music is always an excellent way to bring back memories.

Plus, Pantera are definitely one of the bands that influenced Lacuna Coil. We've been lucky enough to play with them all in their other bands — Superjoint Ritual, Down, Hellyeah — and they're very cool people, too. Much, much respect to Pantera.