Max and Anastasia of The Haunt

In this episode, I sat down with Anastasia Grace Haunt and Maxamillion “Max” Haunt of The Haunt to talk about a journey that began when they were kids making music together and has grown into an internationally touring alt-rock duo with a rapidly expanding global audience. We talked about what it was like growing up in music, playing shows and touring at such a young age, and the moment they began to realize The Haunt was becoming more than just a project between siblings. We also dug into the evolution of their sound, the importance of staying true to their creative instincts, and the vulnerability that has always been at the heart of their songwriting. From there, we got into New Addiction and how the experiences behind that record helped shape the band they are today. We also talked about their upcoming sophomore album Ghost, the darker and more cinematic direction of the new record, and the creative process behind bringing these songs to life. Anastasia and Max also opened up about their new single “Seasonal Depression,” the emotion behind the song, and how they balance deeply personal subject matter with a sound that continues to grow heavier and more expansive. With Ghost arriving October 30 via Nettwerk and The Ghost Tour bringing The Haunt to The Waiting Room in Omaha on October 13, this conversation gave me the opportunity to look beyond the music and talk about the people, experiences and creative evolution behind one of alt-rock's most intriguing sibling duos. www.caughtonthemike.com [email protected]