Back on Track #8 ~ Hypoxia

Hypoxia emerged on the back of sorting and working on the first lot of riffs I had written for Phase. I remember working on the song on two different occasions, once in 2004 with Chris Gioldasis and once later around 2006-2007 with Damos way before we ended up actually playing together, but either attempts were…

In Profile: Jonny Wilson

Full Name: Jonathan Paul Wilson Date of Birth: 10th October 1987 Jonny, has been an integral part of Phase’s journey since 2017. With a rich background that includes extensive work with Crippled Black Phoenix amongst others, Jonny brings a wealth of experience to the table, making him the quintessential Peter Grant for the band. Assertive…

Back on Track #19 ~ Homeseek Dark Blues

It was well evident from our first record we had an affinity for your Harmonic Minors and Phrygian Dominant scales, and some background might be helpful for anyone to understand why that is. Alex (Arnaoutoglou) and Chris (Gioldasis) both have roots in Asia Minor, historic Ionia. Alex‘s last name derives from Ar·naut (ˈärˌnau̇t = Albanian)…

In Profile: Mark Chudnovskyi

Full Name: Mark Chudnovskyi (Марк Чудновський) Date of Birth: 26th September 2006 Mark is a Ukrainian-born producer and composer based in the North East of England. His work spans various genres, from electronic and ambient to alternative rock, making him a versatile force in the studio. His meticulous approach to production, combined with his passion…

In Profile: Aris Liapis

Full Name: Aristeidis Liapis (Αριστείδης Λιάπης) Date of Birth: 21st September 1987 Aris Liapis grew up in the same neighbourhood as The Saint and, by coincidence, shares the same last name, though the two are not related. However, music would forge an enduring connection between Aris and another key figure of Phase in life. During…

Back on Track #22 ~ He(a)lter Skelter

Even though the band has never really reached consensus on the role or place of a cover song in our setlists (let alone which covers to be doing), I’ve always firmly believed that covering other artists’ material gives first-time listeners a familiar reference point during a live performance and helps them identify where to place…

In Profile: Damos Harharidis

Full Name: Damianos Harharidis (Δαμιανός Χαρχαρίδης) Date of Birth: 22nd July 1989 Damos Harharidis has been a close friend and musical collaborator of Thanos since 2005, when Thanos’ younger cousin, Dinos, enlisted him to produce a demo for a band Dinos and Damos had formed. Though that band eventually disbanded and morphed into Gallows Tree,…

In Profile: Afsoon Shahriari

Full Name: Afsoon Shahriari Date of Birth: 3rd June 1979 Afsoon Shahriari is a visionary Iranian artist currently based in Georgia, whose work explores the mystical, the symbolic, and the deeply personal. Her visual storytelling has become an integral part of Phase’s artistic world—most notably through the animated video for A Void and the enduring…

In Profile: Konstantinos Zacharakis

Full Name: Konstantinos Zacharakis (Κωνσταντίνος Ζαχαράκης) Date of Birth: 14th May 1991 Konstantinos Zacharakis, holds a unique place in Phase’s extended circle; not just as a friend, a visual artist, or a musician, but as part of an ongoing inside joke regarding his family ties to Thanos. While it remains unclear whether he is Thanos’…

In Profile: Alexis Marcou

Full Name: Alexis Marcou Date of Birth: 24th March 1984 Alexis Marcou is a renowned designer known for his intricate, hand-drawn aesthetic and striking use of geometry and shading. With an impressive portfolio spanning global brands, his work has left a distinctive mark on contemporary design. A true music lover, and an avid audiophile, he…