The Chameleons are widely regarded as unsung pioneers of the post punk variety, having influenced countless bands who are wildly successful to this day. But like many accomplished musicians who’ve been around the block more than a few times and continue to prove their instinctive need to create, lead singer and main songwriter Vox is fervently humble, and his processes have remained largely the same as they were some 40 years ago.

On September 12, the band will release “Arctic Moon,” their first album in 24 years. Even after a full career in music, Vox was happy to entertain this interview.