For Tobias Forge , leader of Ghost , bringing an end to the story told by the group since their first albums is healthy and can contribute to the musical evolution of future works.
The statements were made in a recent interview with the NME , where he discussed the topic. When asked if there is a final goal to be achieved in the group's journey, he said: "I think the narrative can come to an end, because it's not productive to keep this endless soap opera going."
He also argued that the story cannot be the main focus of his works. "If fans need this universe to like the band, then this element should come to an end soon," he noted.
For the musician, it's important to ensure that the songs are "good enough," but also remain enjoyable. "There are still places I plan to play and things I want to do that I can be proud of in the future. I'm very lucky to say that I've achieved many of these things, but there are still levels of success that I aspire to."
Furthermore, the Ghost vocalist also spoke about his relationship with the wave of hate he receives from religious extremists. He was sincere, stating that the real message conveyed in the songs is a celebration of life.
“Contrary to the general public misconception that it’s all about Satan, [the message] is actually about being alive. It’s a simple concept, but extremely broad… I think the characters [in the story] are just seeking to fulfill their purpose,” he said.
Ghost's new album features the arrival of Papa V Perpetua
Along with the announcement of the band's next work, the album Skeletá , scheduled for April 25th of this year, Ghost also revealed which character will be at the forefront of the microphones during the next cycle.
This refers to Pope V Perpetua , who takes his name from the life of the martyr Vibia Perpetua . Regarding the new leader's influence, Forge offered clues, but kept the mystery surrounding what is yet to come.
“I can’t say much until he’s ready to strut around and find his place. When it comes to characters in our story, they’re humans with the same fears and needs as everyone else. They’re just searching for a sense of purpose.”
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