The Quill Drop a Killer New Journey Of A Record

Chris Akin sits down with bassist and driving force Roger Nilsson of The Quill for a raw, no-bullshit conversation about their upcoming album Master of the Skies (out May 8th). Fresh off another strong release, the band deliberately crafted something different this time — a true listening experience with flow, dynamics, softer acoustic moments, and darker vibes that still scream classic Quill. Roger breaks down the songwriting democracy, why they went for a full-circle journey album, and how the current fucked-up world (war, AI, recession) seeped into Magnus’s lyrics.

They get deep on the music industry’s ugly side: AI-generated slop flooding streaming, greedy corporations turning bands into avatars and back catalogs into training data, insane ticket prices killing live music, and why younger generations are circling back to vinyl and real connection. Roger stays optimistic though — more kids starting bands again, the DIY resurgence, and The Quill’s busy touring plans across Scandinavia, Europe, and beyond.

Plus: thoughts on Arch Enemy’s new singer Lauren Hart, the band’s 30-year grind, and why supporting real artists with physical purchases still matters in 2026. Zero fluff, pure passion, and the kind of honest talk you only get on Chris Akin Presents.

If you love real rock ‘n’ roll that actually evolves without chasing trends, this is essential listening. Pre-order Master of the Skies, grab some merch, and support a band that still gives a damn.

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