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“Some of the stuff we do is really dark. I have to dig in and embrace it. Sometimes it’s hard to snap back out
of it.” LaPlegua described the process as cyclic -- where it almost feels like he is reaching a low point, but
then when the project comes full circle, it’s the light. “That’s how I know the feelings are real. If it helps me,
I know it will help someone else with anything they may be going through,” Andy said.

LaPlegua acknowledged that although his lyrics and music are dark, he uses this outlet to help to spread hope
and positivity to others. He wants other people who may be struggling to use his music as a way to help
themselves through the tough times they are going through. Andy’s hope is that his music can teach people
to acknowledge how they’re feeling, cope, and become stronger because of it.

Combichrist’s music reaches a great many people via the internet, album sales, and another surprising
manner…videogames. During the creation of the popular “The Devil May Cry” action-adventure videogame
series, one of the designers asked, “Does anyone know any bands similar to Combichrist?” A woman working
on the set chimed in, “No, but I know Combichrist!” The designer reached out to Andy and he began working
on the music.

It’s no coincidence that the name of the videogame is “The Devil May Cry,” as Andy helps his fans and friends
battle their own devils/demons through his support and music. “Mental health is very important. I know a
lot of people, friends, and fans, who struggle with not being happy. I tell them to talk to me. I talk to some of
them on a daily basis to make sure they’re okay.” LaPlegua stressed the importance of taking mental health
seriously and not being afraid to talk about it.

Combichrist is already working on the next soundtrack for the new “The Devil May Cry” game due out in
March 2019.