FAQ

  • What is Vice After Midnight (VAM)?

    VAM is a solo hard rock project dedicated to revitalizing the iconic metal and rock sounds of the 1980’s, blending vintage analog synths and electric guitars with a fresh, contemporary edge.

  • Who is Slate Wilder?

    Slate Wilder is the creative identity behind Vice After Midnight, responsible for writing, performing, and producing all music and accompanying videos.

  • What does Vice After Midnight mean?

    It’s rooted in that late-night atmosphere—when the city slows down but there’s still something in the air. The name nods to the mood of the ‘80s—neon lights, empty streets, and the tension between control and chaos.

  • Where can I listen to your music?

    As a brand new project, most videos can be found on YouTube. Slate is currently in the studio recording VAM’s debut single, Hot City Nights, slated for release in August 2025.

  • Can I license a track for my project?

    Yes. If you’re working on a film, series, or visual project and want to use Vice After Midnight music, licensing is available. Use the contact form to share details—project type, timeframe, and what track you’re interested in—and we’ll go from there.

  • What makes VAM different?

    No nostalgia, no parody, no overplaying. This project is built on atmosphere, tone, and raw riffs. It blends hard rock and synthesizers with hair metal without trying to sound retro for the sake of it. The goal isn’t to look back—it’s to make something that feels like it’s always been there.