This week we feature an alternative rock band, formed in 1994 and heavily influenced by heavy rock: We talked to Placebo on Wikimetal! We spoke with the bassist, guitarist and founder of the band, Stefan Olsdal!

Olsdal talked about the influences of Metal on his musical career, the beginning of Placebo's history, and the band's songwriting process. The musician also spoke to us about Placebo's unique sound, and after David Bowie, Robert Smith, and Michael Stipe, which musical names he still wants to work with.

In our "National Pride" segment , we feature the band Black Laguna. We spoke with vocalist Ryan Lopez, who told us about the band's formation and their new EP.

In this week's promotion , we're giving away Placebo's latest album, "Loud Like Love," to one lucky WikiBrother!

In this episode: Placebo and Black Laguna .

Promotion: Placebo's CD promotion, "Loud Like Love"

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