Herd Around the Barn

Herd Around the Barn


Heavy Metal Veganism: Rebellion and Activism with Arch Enemy’s Alissa White-Gluz

January 04, 2022

“Veganism is the ultimate rebellion.” In this rockin’ new episode, Kathy welcomes the acclaimed singer Alissa White-Gluz, lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Arch Enemy and passionate vegan activist. In this compelling conversation, Kathy and Alissa talk about:


  • Misconceptions regarding the heavy metal community and the unlikely similarities between veganism and heavy metal
  • Alissa’s passion for animal rights activism and how she incorporates the movement in her music, especially through her “growling” style of singing
  • How lyrics from Arch Enemy’s newest single “House of Mirrors” applies to the rebellion nature of being vegan
  • Alissa’s participation in the recent Fur Free Friday protest in Toronto and her involvement in the documentary Real Fur: Make Fur Farms History
  • How Alissa feels about the state of animal rights and growing trends in veganism heading into 2022


To follow Alissa’s work and stay updated on her new music, find her and Arch Enemy on Facebook and Instagram. You can also find exclusive music and videos from Alissa on her Patreon.


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