Tuna on Toast with Stryker Tuna on Toast with M. Shadows Avenged Sevenfold
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Nov 9, 2021 
M. Shadows, the lead vocalist of rock band Avenged Sevenfold, shares insights from their journey and musical evolution. He discusses the band’s origins, including the iconic Deathbat logo and their start on the Warped Tour. M. also introduces the innovative Death Bats Club, a new NFT initiative designed for fan engagement. Alongside exciting music and touring updates, he reflects on their breakthrough album, City of Evil, and pays tribute to late bandmate The Rev. M. Shadows’ passion and energy make for an engaging and heartfelt conversation.
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Origin Of The Deathbat Logo
- M. Shadows describes designing the Deathbat logo with a high-school friend and plastering it everywhere to be recognized without the band name.
- The logo's clear identity helped Avenged Sevenfold stand out and build a fanbase during early DIY days.
How Their Manager Came Onboard
- M. Shadows tells the story of meeting their manager Larry at the Rainbow and initially resisting having a manager.
- Larry convinced them to try it, guided label interest, and stayed loyal as their single dedicated manager.
Use Tokens To Deepen Fan Ownership
- Use blockchain tokens to give fans digital ownership and real-world utility tied to the band.
- M. Shadows advises that fractionalized music ownership and on-chain assets will reshape fan engagement.