Frank catches up with guitar shredder Angel Vivaldi for a deep discussion on being a gay man in the metal community, his passion for fashion and how it helps his craft, how and when he became comfortable with his sexuality, his feelings on the acceptance in the world, why some musicians hide their sexuality from the world, how he got into guitar and why he loves instrumental music, being true to yourself and surroundings, how his friends passing lead him to pursue music full time and a whole lot more!
Be sure to pick up Angel’s new album, Away With Words Pt 2, available now!
00:00 - Angel’s love for clothing and getting into fashion
03:52 - The importance of fashion in being a performer
05:15 - How and when Angel became aware/comfortable with his sexuality
10:50 - His feelings on growing acceptance for the LGBT+ community
13:33 - Why these discussions are still important and necessary
14:35 - When Angel started playing guitar and getting into metal
16:05 - Growing up a gay metalhead & kids today
19:30 -Why some musicians choose to hide their sexuality from the public
22:00 - A word on being true to yourself and your surroundings
25:00 - Why he chose guitar to get into music
26:05 - Why he decided to go instrumental with his music
29:30 - The challenges in making music without lyrics
32:46 - How he goes about finding a voice when the sky is the limit
38:14 - The realization to pursue music after his friend passed away
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