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Massena metal guitarist set to release fourth album with Sanhedrin

European tour planned this summer

Posted 2/2/25

MASSENA -- Massena native and heavy metal guitarist Jeremy Sosville is set to release his fourth album with his band Sanhedrin.

For those wanting a taste of what is to come, the single "Blind …

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Massena metal guitarist set to release fourth album with Sanhedrin

European tour planned this summer

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MASSENA -- Massena native and heavy metal guitarist Jeremy Sosville is set to release his fourth album with his band Sanhedrin.

For those wanting a taste of what is to come, the single "Blind Wolf" from "Heat Lightning" is now available.

A class of 2000 graduate from Massena Central School, Sosville said he had humble beginnings, never expecting to tour Europe or share the stage with some of the biggest names in music.

"You always hope and dream it turns out like this but you never fully expect it to work out. It's been an incredible journey so far," Sosville said.

Sosville is now onto his seventh heavy metal album after taking part in three albums with Black Anvil.

"This one is more old school metal, pre-thrash metal with hints of that in there. It's more in line with Black Sabbath, Metallica, Scorpions, bands like that that many of us grew up listening to," he said.

Currently signed to Metal Blade Records, Sosville said it feels like being home. Metal Blade Records has signed numerous bands over the years, from Metallica to Slayer, Ratt and GWAR, just to name a few.

"To be a part of such a historic label is incredible. But a label is only as good as the people there and they really are the best," Sosville said.

So how did a "small town, blue collar kid from Massena" make it to the world stage to play alongside the likes of Cannibal Corpse and other giants of music?

Humble beginnings lead to Electric Lady Land

Following his graduation from high school, Sosville said he attended SUNY Plattsburgh for three semesters before pivoting to a recording school in Arizona to learn what it takes to work in a recording studio.

He said he knew that traditional school wasn't for him.

"They weren't offering anything I really wanted to study. I wanted to create music and knew I needed to take a chance if I wanted to make it happen," he said.

During his time in Arizona, Sosville said he needed an internship to complete his education.

That opportunity led to Electric Lady Studios, the famous recording studio in Greenwich Village in New York City that was originally setup by Jimi Hendrix.

Sosville said the internship yielded amazing opportunities as he stayed late to help setup and tear down equipment during recording sessions.

"Generally, interns fetch coffee and scrub toilets. But I was able to hang around more and take part in recording sessions, helping to set up mics and that kind of thing," he said.

A "starstruck kid," Sosville said one of the highlights of his time there was meeting Nile Rodgers, the man who produced David Bowie's 1983 hit album "Let's Dance, among many other hit records."

The album also featured a then-unknown Texas blues guitarist named Stevie Ray Vaughn.

"I'll be honest, I was really awe struck. That's just an incredible record and I'm a big Bowie fan, so it was a really big deal. He was such a great guy, so kind and treated everyone exactly the same," he said.

Chance phone call leads to big break

Following his time in New York City, Sosville said it was not a viable option due to the cost of living.

He moved back home, perfected his craft and worked a day job to pay the bills.

"It was a really humbling experience, that's for sure," he said.

But a chance phone call that was not meant for him led to a big break.

"I got a phone call from a friend of mine, totally by accident, and he told me Black Anvil was looking for a second guitarist," he said.

Sosville jumped at the chance and the rest is history.

"We toured Europe multiple times, put out three albums together and really developed a great following. But I wanted to come home, more than anything," he said.

Sosville said life on the road, coupled with meeting his wife led to his decision to move back home to Massena.

"I can still create my music, I can still tour and my band Sanhedrin isn't far away in New York City. But the cost of living is so much better here for us. Coming home was the right choice," he said.

Coming home has also allowed Sosville to expand his horizons beyond Sanhedrin.

He is currently working on an untitled power pop album in the vein of Pat Benatar and other 80's pop artists.

"I've always loved that music and I'm the kind of guy that can't sit still. I started Sanhedrin, then I started another band locally, now I have this other solo album I'm working on. I just love to write, I can't turn it off," he said.

Crafting the future of music

Aside from his recording work, Sosville said he is also offering guitar lessons in his studio.

He said he enjoys spending time with students, teaching them everything from the most basic fundamentals to intricate solos or developing a unique sound.

"There's always something to learn, something to teach, a technique to perfect," he said.

In one such case, Sosville said he has one student who has been taking lessons for roughly a year-and-a-half and is seeing great progress.

"They got a guitar for Christmas one year and their mom found me on Facebook for lessons. Now about a year-and-a-half later we've progressed from basic cords to the basics of soloing. It's so much fun to see," Sosville said.

New students are always welcome as well, Sosville said.

"I have a pretty open schedule for the most part, so I would love to take on a few more students and teach the next generation about playing guitar," he said.

For those interested, Sosville said they can contact him on Facebook here.

Album release, tour planned

With Sanhedrin's newest release, Sosville said he's ready to hit the road again.

"The album is coming out March 14 and I think people are really going to love it. It's very old school, adrenalized rock n' roll," he said.

A tour is also slated for later this year, with dates in the U.S. planned for April, followed by a European tour in May and June.

"It'll be about a three-week tour or so, we're still firming up all of the dates but it'll be arguably the biggest one I've been on," he said.

Sosville said the tour will feature amphitheaters that hold "a few thousand people."

"We're really excited to get back out on the road and tour. We have a great following in Germany especially. It's going to be a great time," he said.

To preorder "Heat Lightning", visit www.metalblade.com/sanhedrin/

To watch the music video for "Blind Wolf," visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3MSOij84R4

For more information about Sanhedrin and their future tour, visit www.sanhedrin.nyc, visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sanhedrinband, on Instagram by visiting @sanhedrin_official and Bandcamp at thesanhedrin.bandcamp.com

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