The hardcore/metalcore scene is on the rise in the Coachella Valley—with some bands releasing intensely creative songs. Hollow Crown started their musical journey a little more than a year ago and have already gone through a whirlwind of change. Frontman Alexander Peralez has remained in the group since their debut single “Spineless” and is continuing the heavy-metal force on latest single “Simulation Cycles.” The intense, four-minute track features speedy riffs, breakneck drumming and intense, visceral vocals from Peralez. For more information, visit instagram.com/hollowcrownsocal.
What was the first concert you attended?
A hardcore backyard show in north Indio when I was 13 years old.
What was the first album you owned?
The Devil Wears Prada, Plagues.
What bands are you listening to right now?
Dream On, Dreamer; Northlane; and The Plot in You.
What artist, genre or musical trend does everyone love, but you don’t get?
I actually can’t answer that, because I find a good rhythm or sound in all music.
What musical act, current or defunct, would you most like to see perform live?
Probably Beartooth.
What’s your favorite musical guilty pleasure?
To be honest, I don’t know how to answer.
What’s your favorite music venue?
My favorite music venue would have to be the Viper Room in Hollywood, with, by far, the easiest sound guys to work with.
What’s the one song lyric you can’t get out of your head?
“I don’t see anything wrong with a little bump and grind” (from “Bump n’ Grind” by R. Kelly). I don’t know why I’ve been saying that shit.
What band or artist changed your life? How?
I think it would have to be Slipknot. The vocals of Corey (Taylor) gave me inspiration, because to a lot of people, they’re not perfect, but to me, they were.
You have one question to ask one musician. What’s the question, and who are you asking?
I would ask Ozzy how he felt about metalcore music.
What song would you like played at your funeral?
At my funeral, I would like “(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay” by Otis Redding.
Figurative gun to your head, what is your favorite album of all time?
Discoveries by Northlane.
What song should everyone listen to right now?
“Simulation Cycles” by Hollow Crown.
