When Rick Hunolt left Exodus, many expected him to do what most legacy metal guys do—lean on the past. Instead, he built Nefarious, a band that’s heavy, fresh, and far from formulaic.

In this in-depth interview, Rick talks with Chris Akin about crafting something new from the Bay Area thrash blueprint without recycling Exodus riffs. They also cover the friendly vibe between Exodus members, why DieHumane is still alive, and the surprising power behind Nefarious’s debut Addicted to Power.

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