Episode 101: Interview with Christian Dryden

What happens when dark fantasy, synth-heavy rock, and ‘80s nostalgia collide? You get The Ritualists—an alt-rock band with a theatrical edge, led by frontman Christian Dryden. In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Christian to explore the band’s creative process, origin story, and how they’re carving out a niche in today’s music world with a unique sound that channels New Romantic energy and glam rock soul.Christian opens up about the band’s new album Too Pure To Cure, the inspiration behind standout tracks like “The Wake” and “You Know Better,” and why they shot their latest music video using real Brooklyn backdrops. We also dive into how he recruited each member of the band, the revival of vinyl, and why it’s harder than ever for bands to break through in a social media-driven music scene.🎧 Listen now to hear:🎤 The origin story of The Ritualists🎶 What inspired the track “The Wake” (and how a shower sparked its creation)📼 Why their music videos feel like cinematic journeys📡 Thoughts on the changing music industry and breaking through in a digital age🌟 What’s next for The Ritualists in 2025If you love modern rock with vintage flair, creative storytelling through music, and the behind-the-scenes process of building a band, this episode is a must-listen.📲 CONNECT WITH THE RITUALISTS:🌐 Website: https://www.theritualists.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theritualists📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theritualists🔗 CONNECT WITH SAVOIR FAIRE:🌐 Website: https://www.savfaire.com📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savfairemag/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Savfairemag🎧 Like, subscribe, and let us know what resonated most with you in this episode! 🚀📩 Want to be featured or suggest a guest? Contact us at [email protected]