Finding light in darkness with SKYND | Tuska Forum by Bleeding Metal 2025

Finding light in darkness with SKYND | Tuska Forum by Bleeding Metal 2025

In this episode of the Bleeding Metal Podcast, hosts Kiki and Martha present an insightful conversation from the Tuska Forum with SKYND. They discuss SKYND's deep interest in true crime, her creative process, and the therapeutic impact of her music.

SKYND also shares her journey with ADHD, the importance of mental health, and her aspirations to support abuse survivors through a foundation. The conversation concludes with a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion towards oneself and others.

01:21 Starting the Session: Finding Light in Darkness
02:37 Exploring the Creative Process
05:10 Musical Upbringing and Inspirations
06:21 Vocal Health and Performance Challenges
07:59 True Crime Community and Mental Health
09:41 Importance of Mental Health Conversations
14:07 ADHD Diagnosis and Personal Struggles
15:23 Therapy and Medication: Breaking the Taboo
16:28 Impact of Medication on Creativity
17:31 Haunting True Crime Stories
20:33 Activism and Supporting Survivors
21:18 Musical Inspirations and Style
22:54 Balancing Mental Health and Awareness
24:24 Finding Light in Community
25:50 Understanding and Compassion
27:56 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Recorded on June 27th, 2025 at Tuska Festival in Helsinki.

Show notes:

Bleeding Metal was created by ⁠⁠@kikigege87 ⁠ and is hosted and produced with ⁠⁠@martha _wingen⁠⁠. Episode edited by Kiki.

Subscribe now to the Bleeding Metal Podcast wherever you listen and watch some new video interviews on YouTube, all links are on our ⁠⁠linktree⁠. Intro music by ⁠⁠Savvier Nelson⁠⁠ with vocals from ⁠⁠PERSONA-singer Jelena Dobric⁠⁠.

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