Evile Gives First Interview Since The Passing Of Bassist Mike Alexander

British thrashers EVILE has given their first interview since the passing of their bassist and friend, Mike Alexander, on tour in Sweden on October 5th, 2009. Mike was 32 years old.

In their first interview since the tragic incident, EVILE members Matt Drake, Ol Drake and Ben Carter speak exclusively to Metal Hammer in the UK about what happened and where the band will go from here. You can listen to the exclusive interview here.

You can also watch a video of the interview along with pictures of Mike below:

During the interview, the band announce that there will be two memorial shows for Mike, which will be held in Leeds and London in the UK at the following dates:

7th December 2009 - Leeds, Rios
8th December 2009 - London, The Underworld

EVILE also announce during the interview that they intend to carry on as a band and that they already have tours booked in the new year.

A special tribute website has been set up for Mike, featuring information and photos of Mike, the option to make a donation to aid Mike's family and a book of condolences for anyone to sign.