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In Revolver's Apr./May. 2015 issue, we explore female-fronted doom bands. You can pick up a copy of the issue here. Below is the full interview with Royal Thunder's Mlny Parsonz where she talks female-fronted doom, influential vocalists, and getting involved in a Christian cult.

by Jon Wiederhorn

REVOLVER What makes the female voice a natural pairing for doom metal?
MLNY PARSONZ A lot of great male vocalists in the '60s and '70s, like Robert Plant and Steve Marriott had really high vocals, so it kind of makes sense that you have a lot of woman singing like that now because there are more of them that can do it. The timbre and tenor of their voice compliments the lower tuning of the guitars.

What attracted you to doom?
When I was 13 or 14, there were these warehouses around Atlanta, C11, C12, I Defy House and The Parasite. Laura [Pleasants] and Phil [Cope] from Kylesa used to play there, and so did [Mastodon's] Brent Hinds' and Troy Sanders' old band, Four Hour Fogger. We'd steal my friend's mom's car and sneak out at midnight and go to the city, do a bunch of drugs and then go into one of these shitholes and see these amazing bands. That's how I got introduced to metal. But the band that had the biggest impact on me was Dammad because she was one of the only chicks. She was this tiny little thing with this guttural growl and mindblowing vocals coming out of her. And I said, "That's what I want to do!"

Are there women vocalists you look up to?
Honestly, no. I think Dave Mustaine played a huge part in influencing my approach to music. As a vocalist, he never stays in a pocket. He's always stretching to find a creative way to express himself. I always looked up to him and [Faith No More's] Mike Patton.

Is there a spiritual element to your music?
I meditate and I'm able to open this third eye that reveals a lot of truth about me and my surroundings. I tap into that big time when I'm writing lyrics. And I sing about my experiences. "Floor" is about a Christian cult that [guitarist] Josh [Weaver] and I were in, and it fucked me up so bad. I'm not a Christian now—point blank.

How did you get involved in a Christian cult?
There was a really charismatic church that drew in these artists and musicians and promised to show us love. It was really scary. At one point, they thought I was possessed. I was on the ground in the corner of the room shaking because I was having a panic attack. I got up to steady myself and 30 or 40 woman walked towards me with their Bibles up, shouting, "Out of her, demons!" They hit me with their bibles. I tried to get up and they kept pounding me. One woman took her shoe off and shoved it in my face and told me to kiss the foot of God. Finally, I got the fuck out of there and never went back and I've never felt better or more awake spiritually.

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On April 14, 2010, the metal world lost Type O Negative frontman Peter Steele. Here, we take a look back at one of the lighter moments when the vocalist appeared on the 'Jerry Springer Show.' Check out the video below and let us know what you think in the comments!

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This week sees new shit from Halestorm, Gallows, Acid King, and more hitting stores. Check out the list of releases below and let us know which ones you're snagging a copy of and which record should be the Album of the Week. Pick your favorite and feel free to vote as many times as you want. Voting ends on Monday, April 20, at noon, when the results will be announced.

UPDATE: The poll has closed. To view the results, click here.

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Here's part 1 of Vamps' weekly tour updates for Revolver. Check out the video below, where the band checks in for their first show and gives us a peek at their rehearsals. Let us know what you think in the comments!

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August Burns Red have premiered a lyric video for their new song, "The Wake." Check it out below and let us know what you think in the comments!

August Burns Red's latest album, Found in Far Away Places, is due out June 30 via Fearless.

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Hellyeah have premiered a new music video for their song "Hush." Check it out below and let us know what you think in the comments!

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Coal Chamber have premiered a new lyric video for their new song, "Suffer in Silence," featuring guest vocals from Ministry's own Al Jourgensen. Check out the video below and let us know what you think in the comments!

Coal Chamber's latest album, Rivals, debuts May 19 via Napalm Records.

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Stone Sour have premiered their cover of Metallica's "Creeping Death." Check it out below and let us know what you think in the comments!

Stone Sour's latest EP, Meanwhile, in Burbank, is due out April 18 for Record Store Day via Roadrunner.

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In last week's album of the week poll, you, the fans, voted Byzantine to the top spot, for their album, To Release Is to Resolve. Check out the top five vote-getters below:

1. Byzantine - To Release Is to Resolve
2. Sworn In -  The Lovers/The Devil
3. Agnostic Front - The American Dream Died
4. Royal Thunder - Crooked Doors
5. Sabaton - Heroes (Deluxe Edition)

Stay tuned for this week's poll, which will be live tomorrow on RevolverMag.com. Until then, you can check out Byzantine's "Scold's Bridle" below:

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You may remember Dissimulator vocalist Jared Dines from his viral videos, "Things Beginner Guitarists Say" and "Things Bands Say to Labels." Check out "Things Guitarists Say in the Studio" below and let us know what you think in the comments!

For more on Jared Dines, follow him on YouTube and Facebook.

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