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Self God Interview: Serge on New Album, Working with Scott (Morbid Angel), and 2026 Tour Plans

“The firefighters were literally trying to save my guitars while the building was burning down.”

When 115,781 metal maniacs tuned in live to The Zach Moonshine Show this past Friday, they witnessed Serge , the driving force behind Black Death metal powerhouse Self God, dive deep into the making of their second full-length album, the chaos of extreme life on the road, and the band’s plans for 2026. Released October 31st via Vellus Records, Left Hand Pagan combines groove-driven riffs with merciless intensity.

Pantera Groove Meets Black Death Metal

Serge describes the new album as a mix of "typical Pantera groove" and "rapid-fire intensity," drawing inspiration from Dimebag Darrell and extreme acts like Behemoth and Belphegor. “Even though it’s got the rapid-fire intensity, there’s also groove mixed in… I’m always trying to write a riff that gets stuck in your head,” he explains.

The album also features Scott Fuller , formerly of Morbid Angel, on drums. “He’s a drum machine… some smaller vegan guy, but he plays like four men combined,” Serge laughs.

Trial by Fire

Serge opens up about surviving a 5:30 AM electrical fire that destroyed his apartment. “I fell asleep on my couch and woke up to everything on fire… got out just in time. I got lucky,” he says. Most of his guitars survived, though smoke and water damage required repairs. “Some of the firefighters actually tried to save my guitars… they poured out like a side and ship,” he recalls.

The metal community rallied behind him via GoFundMe. “I’m overwhelmed by the amount of help I got… it was a beautiful thing. The metal community really came together,” Serge says.

Gear & Tone

Endorsed by Dean Guitars and Fishman Fluence pickups, Serge’s gear is as extreme as his riffs. He talks about his prized Dimebag Razorback VI: “I’ve had it since I was 16… it just feels good, sounds good. Totally different from any other guitar. I will never sell it.” Tour-ready Dean models, including the Evertune-equipped Vengeance and Explorer, provide unbeatable reliability. “Evertune keeps it together… I couldn’t recommend that more,” he says.

Independent Ethos

Serge doesn’t hold back about record labels. “I’ve been signed to… I don’t care how many labels. They’re all ripping you off anyway,” he says. He prefers independence or working with small, dedicated labels. “I’d rather be a big fish in a small pond… I get all the money back. I can focus on Self God instead of waiting my turn on some label,” he explains. He encourages other bands to understand the business side: “Every band should invest in the business side… cut out the middleman.”

Lyrics, Artwork, & Pagan Themes

Left Hand Pagan delves into Slavic paganism and the darker side of ancient practices. “Some songs are anti-Christian from a Pagan standpoint… death gods, black magic… all that metal ship,” Serge says. The album artwork, created by Hex 13, features a horned figure amid a pile of bones, fully realizing Serge’s vision.

Looking Ahead

Fans can expect a new music video in the coming months and a 2026 US tour . “We’ll be touring the usual album cycle… hopefully see some of you folks in Tennessee,” Serge promises.

Serge’s journey this year—from releasing a brutal new album to surviving a life-threatening fire—illustrates both the chaos and the camaraderie of the underground metal world. Through it all, he remains fiercely independent, unapologetically extreme, and committed to the music.

Check out Self God’s new album on all major platforms, or snag merch at https://selfgod.bandcamp.com/

Track List: 

Battle Of The Bands Top Six Winners:

1 - ANTISAINT - SNAFU -  (8,828 votes)
2 - Bound To Prevail - Consecrated Perdition -  (3,279 votes)
3 - GAMBO HEMP - SCUM LSP - (2,176 votes)
4 - The Fair Attempts - Anniversary of Our Destruction - (1,408 votes)
5 - Eden On Fire - Brigade - (1,357 votes)
6 - Them Damn Kings - Burn - (760 votes)

The Zach Moonshine Intro

7 - Ozzy Osbourne - Patient Number 9/No Escape From Now
8 - Night Attack - Blitzkrieg
9 - WOLFENSTEIN - Warbomber Death Brigade

Selfgod - Interview featuring Chaos Born/Chernobog

10 - Carrion Vael - 19(fucking)78
11 - KMFDM - OUBLIETTE
12 - A.D.A.M. Music Project - Fame
13 - Awaiting Abigial - Left Out
14 - BRAINMAZE - Hatred
15 - Cremate - Die As You Lived
16 - Ola Englund - THE GUILLOTINE
17 - Absolon - Till Death
18 - STELLAGEN - I Regret
19 - VULNIFICUS - Insurmountable Insurrection
20 - St. Unholyness - Blacktooth Brothers (Abbott Brothers Tribute)
21 - Philippe Drouin Obvurt - Passion
22 - Eximperitus - The Untimely Fruit of the Unsaid
23 - Zakk Sabbath - Into The Void/Fairies Wear Boots/The Wizard
24 - Black Label Society - Stronger Than Death/Damage Is Done/Forever Down
25 - Pantera - A New Level, This Love (Live)

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