Support Our Sponsor: CALL ME CHRIS by Chris Akin. https://amzn.to/34dY51W On this episode of Chris Akin Presents..., Chris interviews Marko Tervonen, guitarist of Swedish death metal legends The Crown. They dive deep into the latest release, *Crown of Thorns*, and explore how it stands apart from their earlier albums. Marko shares insights on the band's evolving lineup and how those changes influenced the new direction of their music. The conversation also covers the chaos and excitement of performing at Wacken Open Air, one of the largest metal festivals in the world. If you're a fan of extreme metal or just curious about the inner workings of a legendary band, this interview is a must-watch. Tune in to hear all about the creative process behind *Crown of Thorns* and what’s next for The Crown. #deathmetal #thecrown #crownofthorns #markotervonen #wacken **NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows ar