Interview with Efthimis Karadimas of NIGHTFALL by Daniel Ryan
What’s your name and what do you do?
My name is Efthimis Karadimas and I am the founder and front man of the band Nightfall, from Athens, Greece.
What was the writing process like for you & your band mates on the latest album, Children of Eve?
The process is like that, I am working on the concept of the album and the songs, and then I record everything like a demo sort of thing, to present it to the band. Next stage is all together going through everything, working on details, solos and stuff like that.
Fans of Nightfall were really concerned about the accident you were in not too long ago. Tell me what is your horse’s name and describe to me what happened? Do you still ride horses today?
I have a wonderful mare named Carmen Lou. Yes, I do ride a lot and I’m happy I am doing so after that accident. It was a period where her back legs had some sort of inflammation and I decide to ride another horse, that I didn’t know; like humans these animals have their fears and concerns the rider ought to know and treat accordingly. Apparently, that one was so much scared of anything mechanical and when we crossed ways with the club's tractor and there was some touch there, he went nuts and jumped on the spot above it. I got bucked off violently and got landed on hard soil. I am so grateful I am alive and well.
I watched the video for Semana Tragica a few nights ago and was really impressed! Do you have the lyrics for it & what album is it on?
Amazing song, thank you for noticing it. It's about getting rejected by someone you love very much. A small tragedy. You can see the lyrics here: https://genius.com/Nightfall-semana-tragica-lyrics
As for the videos for Ishtar Celebrate your Beauty, As Your God is Failing Once Again, Traders of Anathema (Judas Iscariot) and With Outlandish Desire To Disobey, what did it feel like recording in both studios? Also how long was the videos process?
Videos are cool to watch but a pain in the ass to produce. Apparently it is not how you feel but how it looks. You just stay there and follow directions until the job is done. Not my favorite kind of thing I must admit.
Also what is it like traveling for you in all these different countries?
That's awesome. Frankly speaking, it is not the places we visit but the people we meet. This is the best part of the business coz you get to talk to very interesting people, exchanging ideas and everything. I love that. It also has helped me to become more open, friendlier and increase my communication skills.
What was it like being at Hellfest?
Absolutely awesome. I cannot describe the feeling on stage. The crowd was massive and everything and everyone behind have been ultra pro. This fest is number one for a reason.
If there is something in your personal life that you can recall is the main source of your depression what would it be? Also how is the Metal Against Depression going with YOU being the spokesperson for it?
I guess the problem's roots go as deep as the first years of my life in a family where, for some reason I don’t know it did not give me the love and security required. What matters now is to explain people, and particularly young ones how bad it is to keep it silent and not seeking professional help to overcome it. With MaD I am trying to convince people to open up, get in good terms with the situation they are experiencing and share a word or two in a reel where we then can upload and share with the world. Small things, yet difficult. Most people I know are scared to open up.
What do you find all your albums to consist of so they all fall in balance in order of your discography? Each one has its own purpose it seems. A riveting and special one throughout to me at least.
That's true. Back in the early days there were people who thought we were trying to find our style, hence the many changes. But the big picture to me was clear since day one; to create a discography that it well reflect our art as a journey of a man and his companions through phases. I love the fact we have reached that point now and people get enthusiastic about previous works of the band. The element of surprise is a very important factor in art.
If you have any last words for the readers of Asphyxium zine we would definitely appreciate it!
Thank you very much for your time and effort my friend. Spread the good word and stay true. My greetings to the beautiful NY!
Contact us at the.epic.nightfall@gmail.com
-Daniel Ryan
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