-So who is Illustrations? How did you come up with the name? Where are you from and how did you guys form? Previous bands?
I: Illustrations is Matt King (myself), Carlos Lopez, Cody Mauser, Raymond Linares and Matt Gonzalez. An old friend of mine from a band I was in a year back referenced me to the name not too long after he moved away. A big thank you to him for that. We're all from San Antonio, TX, the home of nothing. I formed this band alone months ago, after being sick of people slacking in the bands we used to be in. Eventually, I scooped up Cody and Matt after parting ways with the people I was jamming with before. Carlos and I were previously in a band called Hope Of Divine Mercy, and Raymond is also in a band called Delorean Recall. Check them out if you get a chance. It's good jams.
-What does Illustrations have under their belt?
I: Thus far, I'm proud to say that we're working with The Ghost Is Clear Records, a DIY label from Missouri. At this point in time, it's all promotion, but in time, good things are going to take place. We can feel this. We're also in talks with another label, who shall remain nameless until we sign, that is going to financially help us get to where we need to be, seeing as we're all broke losers. We've played a few shows in San Antonio, Austin and Corpus Christi, TX. Fun times, so far. I'm working on booking a summer tour with Sorrows (CA) right now, which is only about ten or so days long. I'm trying to stretch that out as far as Washington, IF possible. As far as releases go, we've released a DIY split with Bottle Rocket (MO), as well as an exclusive song on a The Ghost Is Clear Records compilation record. If anyone reads this, buy our split. I'm hungry. We're currently working on some insane music to release in the future, and I assure you it will blow your mind.
-Since you're hungry. What do you guys love to eat? Any particular places you remember from being on tour that you'll never forget?
I: Jesus, what do we love to eat? Well, whatever we can get our hands on. If you could eat beer and weed, it'd be that. By places, you mean food places, or places? I'll answer both. Best place I've eaten on tour in the past has to be the Whataburger in Corpus Christi, TX. It's the first one built, ever. I mean shit, it's two fucking stories high. Now, if I had to pick an actual place, or places, I'd say some house parties in Austin, TX that we went to after some shows. Good times. I just want to let everyone know that these answers are from my personal past experiences from being on tour. This band has yet to tour.
-What have you learned from bring in the music scene?
I: Well, brother. It takes a lot of time and effort to get anywhere in the scene. You just have to have that mentality, that you're not going to quit, no matter how shitty it gets. Every band should have some kind of uniqueness, ya dig?
-What are some best and worst memories connected with the band?
I: The only memorable moment at this point, was the time we played in Austin, TX. We were allowed a couple of free drinks, so by the time we played, we were all piss drunk, except our drummer. The place was packed. The show went great, except for the fact that our bassist kept hitting people in the crowd with his bass. I got hit in the face with the guitars that night pretty good, as well. Loved it. Love you, Austin.
-If you guys could have a 'DREAM' tour who would you play with and where would you tour?
I: Fuck, if we could play with anyone, I'd say Converge. I like a lot of bands, but Converge definitely sticks out to me, both live and on record. That, or The Dillinger Escape Plan. It would probably have to go through Europe, or some shit. I'm not sure exactly where, but it would be at the hot spot venues. I think I just came thinking about it.
-HA. What do you want listeners to experience while listening to your songs?
I: Well, I'm really into detoxing the mind, as well as other lame things like that. When I wrote these songs, I was probably in a weird state of mind. All of us are. We're not really trying to sound like anyone, but some of the stuff we add into our music is something that will hopefully give the listener a really good vibe. The new stuff we're working on is mellow in the right ways, and heavier in even better ways. It's really going to trip some people out. All in all, I want the people that listen to it to enjoy every second of it. Hopefully most of these listeners will be super hot women. Fuck it, I hope everyone listens to us.
-What does Illustrations stand for? What central theme do the lyrics revolve around?
I: I'm not entirely sure, since I didn't come up with the name myself, but I take it as the literal definition. One being, a comparison or an example intended for explanation or corroboration. The first release we came out with, was around the time my life was basically a shit hole, so I revolved my lyrics around how I was feeling at that time. Since that portion of my life is over, I write more about reality. Cool shit like that.
-For people that never listened or heard of you guys out there. Give us a few reasons they should.
I: Shit, I can't really give anyone a real reason to listen to us. If I was held at gunpoint, I'd probably say we're an actual "hard-working" band, and every thing that we've done as a band so far has been a struggle for us. It's not easy being broke, or being in a scene where our style of music isn't very big. You have to take a lot of time to spread the word about yourself, talk to people and get them to take you seriously. That's what we've done, and what we're working on. That's the only reason I have for anyone to at least listen to one of our songs. If they dig it, keep listening. Spread the word. Hopefully our name will get out there and it will get a little bit easier to make it out here.
-How many shows have you played so far? What was the most memorable one and is there any you consider to be a total wreck?
I: I think we've played around five or six shows, so far. The first few were just to see what we sounded like live, but it was worth it. The most memorable would definitely have to be Austin, TX. That, because we got free fucking alcohol and a huge crowd of stoked kids. That usually means we're about to have a great show.
-Where do you want to see this band in the near future, say 1 year.
I: Since we've accomplished so much in the past five months, I'd say in one year, we'll have a few tours, a couple more releases, merch and other shit under our belt. I'm hoping by then, we'll have a decent label and continue to grow, at a rapid rate. People would at least know who we are by then.
-Whats already planned for the next few months?
I: The next few months have a lot planned. We are going to be recording the three songs for our upcoming split release with Doubt. We're also looking for one other band to take part in this split, so if any bands read this and are interested, please let us know. We're going to have some new shirt designs made, as well as printed. Some miscellaneous merch will also be made, such as patches, pins, stickers, etc. The label we're starting to work with looks really legit. Definitely stoked out on everything that's coming to us, especially the shows we have. Tour is just around the corner, so we're preparing for that bitch, too.
-When you're writing new songs, where do you get your inspiration from?
I: When I write, I'm just looking for the most unknown kind of tone and chord. I like to keep it fast and heavy, but I want it to be heavy in a lighter kind of way. As if it could sound heavy acoustically. The inspiration is all in the mind. I like for the music to tell a story, before the lyrics.
-Thanks for the interview! Any last words?
I: No problem, man. Thank YOU. Hmm, last words? Listen to Sorrows, Canyons, Former Thieves, Doubt, Xerxes, Capsize, Sohns and support your local scene. Check us out on tour this summer, if we're in your area. AND, it's about fucking, not getting fucked up. Love you, dude.
Check them out: myspace
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Interview with Get up! Get up!
-Who's Get Up Get UP?
GUGU: Get Up Get Up is Rico-Vox, Rudy-vox, Chris-Guitar, Big Rudy-Guitar, Bictor- Bass, and Baby Jesus-Drummer. 6 friends doing what we love.
-Have you guys been in previous bands? How did you meet up and decide to > start a Pop-punk band where its not really popular?
GUGU: I think its been since like April that we have been together. So almost a year! lol I listen to just about everything but on a regular basis I listen to Crime in Stereo, Blood for Blood, Lil Wayne, The Game, Set Your Goals and Blink-182. As for the other guys their taste in music is probably around the same area mine is but minus the lil wayne haha. I say our biggest influences as a band probably are: New Found Glory Set Your Goals Comeback Kid Four Years Strong.
-Hahaha, dope... How long have you guys been together? What do you guys listen to on a regular basis? Influences?
GUGUActually yes we have all been in different bands before. I was in some metalcore band when I was like 15. Cut Her Throat was the name and in the local scene it was alright. haha. Rudy was in a band called band called death proof. Both Big Rudy and Chris were in the band Admit Your Defeat as well as Chains of Olypus. Chris also played in the band The Prevalent Reaping. Bictor and Jesus were in a band called A Recovery By > Tomorrow. Im sure the list goes on but itll never end. haha. The band started with Big Rudy, Rudy and Cory(who is no longer in the band). They started jamming. They asked Jesus who was still in ARBT if he would jam with them and he liked the music and stayed with them. Then I offered to do vox as well it went good together so boom i was in! haha The music was going good then Chris came to check out > the band he liked it so he stayed in. Later down the line a problem was created with Cory and another member so Cory left the band. Then came in Bictor! Over all the main goal with this Pop-Punk band was to bring out a different sound outside of the hardcore, metalcore and cheap "deathcore" bands that the city is known for. I love hardcore dont get me wrong but we wanted something different and so far I think were doing a good job with mixing it up.
-What do you guys love to eat? Any particular places you went after a show?
GUGU: mmmm food is food. Haha but King Taco is pretty bomb.
-If you guys could have a 'DREAM' tour who would you play with and where would you tour?
GUGU: Wow that's a tough one mmmmmm New Found Glory, Story of the Year, Blink182, SetYourGoals and Lil Wayne. Haha. Id like to see Europe but I wouldn't mind seeing all of the U.S.
-How many shows have you played so far? What was the most memorable one and is there any you consider to be a total wreck?
GUGU: I think we have a total of like 7 shows under our belt. So far the best show we have played was our show in Inglewood. The crowd was feeling us and everyone seemed To love the nfg cover. Haha. The worst one ever is by far When me and BigRudy got completely shit faced. Like it was Horrible I forgot lyrics, could barely stand and Rudy was in The same place I was but with his guitar. It was a disaster but It was a learning experience. So to all u guys who wanna play Drunk...play drunk just not shit faced. Hahahah
-With the new songs you put on your myspace how do you think the band will grow?
GUGU: I hope for the new songs we have up it helps a lot. Cause there is a big difference from what we had on before And we do now. I'm loving the progression we have made as a band and the fact that it keeps getting better. Hopefully well Have a 5song demo up within the next 2weeks. We should be hitting the studio again this weekend. With 2 old tracks and Brand new one!
-What are some of the non musical things in the past year that have kept you inspired?
GUGU: Id say my friends and family. My mom is a big inspiration along with my oldest brother. Mmmm being able to see my nephew grow up is pretty cool too. Family and friends is where its at. Without them I wouldn't have much.
-What does GUGU stand for? What central theme do the lyrics revolve around?
GUGU: I don't have much of an answer for that. Haha Rudy just put a
Bunch a names on a paper and we picked the one we liked more. Hahaha.
-Haha, well that's it for the interview, you guys have anything you want to add?
GUGU: Yes id like to say thank you too anyone and everyone that ever attends our shows
even if its not just to see us. Id like to thank the local scene in general for allowing bands
like us to continue to perform atleast once a month. We hope you guys are enjoying
us as much as we are enjoying our days and nights that we work on the songs for
you. Keep it diy. Support your local scene. Support hardcore. Listen to my friends bands:
At The Edge
Society Ends
Lightwaite
Reality Check
Still Alive
Xibalba.
Go check out Devine Recordings in Duarte Ca. That kid gots good work.
Keep a look out for our new songs coming up.
Thanks.
Get Up! Get Up!
Check them out here: myspace
GUGU: Get Up Get Up is Rico-Vox, Rudy-vox, Chris-Guitar, Big Rudy-Guitar, Bictor- Bass, and Baby Jesus-Drummer. 6 friends doing what we love.
-Have you guys been in previous bands? How did you meet up and decide to > start a Pop-punk band where its not really popular?
GUGU: I think its been since like April that we have been together. So almost a year! lol I listen to just about everything but on a regular basis I listen to Crime in Stereo, Blood for Blood, Lil Wayne, The Game, Set Your Goals and Blink-182. As for the other guys their taste in music is probably around the same area mine is but minus the lil wayne haha. I say our biggest influences as a band probably are: New Found Glory Set Your Goals Comeback Kid Four Years Strong.
-Hahaha, dope... How long have you guys been together? What do you guys listen to on a regular basis? Influences?
GUGUActually yes we have all been in different bands before. I was in some metalcore band when I was like 15. Cut Her Throat was the name and in the local scene it was alright. haha. Rudy was in a band called band called death proof. Both Big Rudy and Chris were in the band Admit Your Defeat as well as Chains of Olypus. Chris also played in the band The Prevalent Reaping. Bictor and Jesus were in a band called A Recovery By > Tomorrow. Im sure the list goes on but itll never end. haha. The band started with Big Rudy, Rudy and Cory(who is no longer in the band). They started jamming. They asked Jesus who was still in ARBT if he would jam with them and he liked the music and stayed with them. Then I offered to do vox as well it went good together so boom i was in! haha The music was going good then Chris came to check out > the band he liked it so he stayed in. Later down the line a problem was created with Cory and another member so Cory left the band. Then came in Bictor! Over all the main goal with this Pop-Punk band was to bring out a different sound outside of the hardcore, metalcore and cheap "deathcore" bands that the city is known for. I love hardcore dont get me wrong but we wanted something different and so far I think were doing a good job with mixing it up.
-What do you guys love to eat? Any particular places you went after a show?
GUGU: mmmm food is food. Haha but King Taco is pretty bomb.
-If you guys could have a 'DREAM' tour who would you play with and where would you tour?
GUGU: Wow that's a tough one mmmmmm New Found Glory, Story of the Year, Blink182, SetYourGoals and Lil Wayne. Haha. Id like to see Europe but I wouldn't mind seeing all of the U.S.
-How many shows have you played so far? What was the most memorable one and is there any you consider to be a total wreck?
GUGU: I think we have a total of like 7 shows under our belt. So far the best show we have played was our show in Inglewood. The crowd was feeling us and everyone seemed To love the nfg cover. Haha. The worst one ever is by far When me and BigRudy got completely shit faced. Like it was Horrible I forgot lyrics, could barely stand and Rudy was in The same place I was but with his guitar. It was a disaster but It was a learning experience. So to all u guys who wanna play Drunk...play drunk just not shit faced. Hahahah
-With the new songs you put on your myspace how do you think the band will grow?
GUGU: I hope for the new songs we have up it helps a lot. Cause there is a big difference from what we had on before And we do now. I'm loving the progression we have made as a band and the fact that it keeps getting better. Hopefully well Have a 5song demo up within the next 2weeks. We should be hitting the studio again this weekend. With 2 old tracks and Brand new one!
-What are some of the non musical things in the past year that have kept you inspired?
GUGU: Id say my friends and family. My mom is a big inspiration along with my oldest brother. Mmmm being able to see my nephew grow up is pretty cool too. Family and friends is where its at. Without them I wouldn't have much.
-What does GUGU stand for? What central theme do the lyrics revolve around?
GUGU: I don't have much of an answer for that. Haha Rudy just put a
Bunch a names on a paper and we picked the one we liked more. Hahaha.
-Haha, well that's it for the interview, you guys have anything you want to add?
GUGU: Yes id like to say thank you too anyone and everyone that ever attends our shows
even if its not just to see us. Id like to thank the local scene in general for allowing bands
like us to continue to perform atleast once a month. We hope you guys are enjoying
us as much as we are enjoying our days and nights that we work on the songs for
you. Keep it diy. Support your local scene. Support hardcore. Listen to my friends bands:
At The Edge
Society Ends
Lightwaite
Reality Check
Still Alive
Xibalba.
Go check out Devine Recordings in Duarte Ca. That kid gots good work.
Keep a look out for our new songs coming up.
Thanks.
Get Up! Get Up!
Check them out here: myspace
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Youth Parade Magazine
They will be selling the magazines tomorrow for 2 dollars here:
Support DIY!
youthparademagazine.com
myspace.com/youthparademagazine
Support DIY!
youthparademagazine.com
myspace.com/youthparademagazine
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Interview with There's No Heroes!
-Who is TNH? Where are you from? How did you all meet? Did you know each other before TNH?
TNH: Alright I guess I'll start off with: Hi, my name's Vince and I play drums/sing in THERES NO HEROES. TNH is basically the final outcome of bands that our guitarist, Sean, and I have been in over the years. I met Sean in fifth grade and we've been in the same band ever since. We started TNH back in freshman year, but our lineup wasn't really solid until about the beginning of sophomore year. This lineup now is Fleming on vocals, Sean on guitar, Cory on guitar and vocals, Tim on bass and clean singing, Noe on keys/synth, and me on drums and clean singing. I met these dudes mainly through friends or music. As I said before, I met Sean back when we were in fifth grade. I met Noe at school and he's been in the band since the original lineup. Tim actually contacted us through our Myspace saying he wanted to fill in for a few shows back when we didn't have a bassist, and after a while he eventually joined the band. After parting ways with our original vocalist, we talked to Fleming about him doing vocals for us. We knew about him before through his old band, the Gospel. And finally Cory. Sean and I have known Cory since the summer going into freshman year and he's filled in for us at shows before. It wasn't until late last year that he joined full-time.
-How would you describe your overall sound?
TNH: It's hard to say really haha. I've tried to listen to our EP and put us in one genre, but it's gotten so hard now with all these subgenres. Some people have told us that we've made our own sound. I guess if I HAD to put us into some genres I'd say deathcore/metalcore/hardcore/progressive.
-What does TNH have under their belt? Time to brag fellas, aha.
TNH: Well, I don't really know what to brag about haha. We released our debut EP, "We Watched The World," in August last year and that's been getting some really good response, so I'm happy with that. Besides that we've played some really amazing shows with bands like After the Burial, ABACABB, Bury Your Dead, Carnifex, Circle of Contempt, Confide, Knights of the Abyss, Molotov Solution, Of Mice & Men, Oceano, Stick To Your Guns, The Ghost Inside, Throwdown, Veil of Maya, Winds of Plague, and many more.
-When you're writing new songs, where do you get your inspiration from?
TNH: We usually get inspiration from personal experiences whether they're from the past or present. The ones that inspire us most are the things happening now though. We also get inspiration from various jazz artists.
-What are some best and worst memories connected with the band?
TNH: I think some of the worst memories that the band has had are just all the hard times we've gone through. I remember in the summer of freshman year, we actually broke up for a bit. That had to be the saddest time the band's had yet. I was completely lost without the band haha. But we pulled through and now we're having the times of our lives. Every show we play is another best memory added to our book of best memories and we would've never been here if we didn't work hard.
-What’s your goal with this band?
TNH: I'd like to make it a full-time thing for me. We're working super hard to get signed and hopefully everything will take off from there!
-What do you want listeners to experience while listening to your songs?
TNH: Overall, I want the listeners to feel all the emotions we put into these songs. If we could do that, I'd feel a little bit more accomplished in life.
-How many shows have you played so far? What was the most memorable one and is there any you consider to be a total wreck?
TNH: I believe as TNH, we're somewhere around 50 or 60 shows right now. The most memorable one we've had yet has to be when we played December Decimation 2009 at the Glasshouse with Winds of Plague, Stick To Your Guns, Sleeping Giant, Oceano, Carnifex, Circle of Contempt, The Great Commission, Murder Death Kill, & more. The show sold out at over 1000 kids and our set went perfect, so we had a great time. Our worst show we've had was probably back when we first started out with our old guitarist and vocalist. It was at the Green Turtle in Whittier and we literally played to our parents. It was sick.
-For people that never listened or heard of you guys out there. Give us a few reasons they should.
TNH: I think we bring something new to the table when it comes to music. If you're tired of generic bands, give us a listen. Plus, we're just a bunch of frickin' sweet dudes playing some frickin' sweet music. If you catch my drift.
-What do you guys love to eat? Any particular places you remember from being on tour that you'll never forget?
TNH: I LOVE Chipotle. One time last year, I had Chipotle at least once a day for two weeks. It was the best and worst week ever haha. But as a band we definitely love In N Out as well. We haven't been on tour yet, but we're working on a southwest tour for our spring break so anyone reading this should keep on the look out!
-Thanks for the interview! Any Last words? Anything you would like to add?
TNH: No problem! And uhh, check us out and spread the word about us! Oh yeah and don't forget to pick up one of our shirts at theresnoheroesmerch.bigcartel.com and our EP at smartpunk.com!
Check them out here: myspace
TNH: Alright I guess I'll start off with: Hi, my name's Vince and I play drums/sing in THERES NO HEROES. TNH is basically the final outcome of bands that our guitarist, Sean, and I have been in over the years. I met Sean in fifth grade and we've been in the same band ever since. We started TNH back in freshman year, but our lineup wasn't really solid until about the beginning of sophomore year. This lineup now is Fleming on vocals, Sean on guitar, Cory on guitar and vocals, Tim on bass and clean singing, Noe on keys/synth, and me on drums and clean singing. I met these dudes mainly through friends or music. As I said before, I met Sean back when we were in fifth grade. I met Noe at school and he's been in the band since the original lineup. Tim actually contacted us through our Myspace saying he wanted to fill in for a few shows back when we didn't have a bassist, and after a while he eventually joined the band. After parting ways with our original vocalist, we talked to Fleming about him doing vocals for us. We knew about him before through his old band, the Gospel. And finally Cory. Sean and I have known Cory since the summer going into freshman year and he's filled in for us at shows before. It wasn't until late last year that he joined full-time.
-How would you describe your overall sound?
TNH: It's hard to say really haha. I've tried to listen to our EP and put us in one genre, but it's gotten so hard now with all these subgenres. Some people have told us that we've made our own sound. I guess if I HAD to put us into some genres I'd say deathcore/metalcore/hardcore/progressive.
-What does TNH have under their belt? Time to brag fellas, aha.
TNH: Well, I don't really know what to brag about haha. We released our debut EP, "We Watched The World," in August last year and that's been getting some really good response, so I'm happy with that. Besides that we've played some really amazing shows with bands like After the Burial, ABACABB, Bury Your Dead, Carnifex, Circle of Contempt, Confide, Knights of the Abyss, Molotov Solution, Of Mice & Men, Oceano, Stick To Your Guns, The Ghost Inside, Throwdown, Veil of Maya, Winds of Plague, and many more.
-When you're writing new songs, where do you get your inspiration from?
TNH: We usually get inspiration from personal experiences whether they're from the past or present. The ones that inspire us most are the things happening now though. We also get inspiration from various jazz artists.
-What are some best and worst memories connected with the band?
TNH: I think some of the worst memories that the band has had are just all the hard times we've gone through. I remember in the summer of freshman year, we actually broke up for a bit. That had to be the saddest time the band's had yet. I was completely lost without the band haha. But we pulled through and now we're having the times of our lives. Every show we play is another best memory added to our book of best memories and we would've never been here if we didn't work hard.
-What’s your goal with this band?
TNH: I'd like to make it a full-time thing for me. We're working super hard to get signed and hopefully everything will take off from there!
-What do you want listeners to experience while listening to your songs?
TNH: Overall, I want the listeners to feel all the emotions we put into these songs. If we could do that, I'd feel a little bit more accomplished in life.
-How many shows have you played so far? What was the most memorable one and is there any you consider to be a total wreck?
TNH: I believe as TNH, we're somewhere around 50 or 60 shows right now. The most memorable one we've had yet has to be when we played December Decimation 2009 at the Glasshouse with Winds of Plague, Stick To Your Guns, Sleeping Giant, Oceano, Carnifex, Circle of Contempt, The Great Commission, Murder Death Kill, & more. The show sold out at over 1000 kids and our set went perfect, so we had a great time. Our worst show we've had was probably back when we first started out with our old guitarist and vocalist. It was at the Green Turtle in Whittier and we literally played to our parents. It was sick.
-For people that never listened or heard of you guys out there. Give us a few reasons they should.
TNH: I think we bring something new to the table when it comes to music. If you're tired of generic bands, give us a listen. Plus, we're just a bunch of frickin' sweet dudes playing some frickin' sweet music. If you catch my drift.
-What do you guys love to eat? Any particular places you remember from being on tour that you'll never forget?
TNH: I LOVE Chipotle. One time last year, I had Chipotle at least once a day for two weeks. It was the best and worst week ever haha. But as a band we definitely love In N Out as well. We haven't been on tour yet, but we're working on a southwest tour for our spring break so anyone reading this should keep on the look out!
-Thanks for the interview! Any Last words? Anything you would like to add?
TNH: No problem! And uhh, check us out and spread the word about us! Oh yeah and don't forget to pick up one of our shirts at theresnoheroesmerch.bigcartel.com and our EP at smartpunk.com!
Check them out here: myspace
Interview with ColorChromatic!
-Who is CC? Where are you from? How did you all meet? Did you know each other before CC?
CC: ColorChromatic is Loki- guitar, voice. Tony- Bass. Ramy-Drums. we are inglewood/westchester area.
ramy- i used to play in a ska band called lenins landlords with tony, and i actually met loki at our first show. soon our singer called it quits, and by this time i was living with loki and we decided to ask loki to be in the band. it was called revival sound.. then our guitar player "quit" and we become ColorChromatic.
loki- I jammed with ramy at Lenins Landlords first show and met Tony formally at the last show. Skrimp and I had to talk Ramy into letting me sing in the band. Ramy finally caved and we eventaully phased out or mar vista base/demographic because it was no longer profitable.
-How would you describe your overall sound?
CC: ramy- weird, chaotic, funx and harmony. punx.
loki- Sonically, we are what happens when a unstoppable fork meets an immovable steak. a mixture of loud moments and quiet moments.
-What does CC stand for? What central theme do the lyrics revolve around?
CC: tony- names ColorChromatic... oneword two words thr eew ords
loki- ColorChromatic is an idea that came once while playing notes chromatically on a guitar and experiencing them as shapes, colors and tastes. Synesthesia, for you brainiacs. To transpose that moment into a musical movement was my goal in starting this band.Also, our constant evolution is what sets us apart. i personally do not wish to convey any message other than contradiction. Contradiction sheds light on all.
-What does CC have under their belt? Time to brag fellas, aha.
C: ramy- we are just finishing up writing our full length, and we are going to be putting out an LP via my label Olhar De Vidro Records (www.myspace.com/olhardevidro), as soon as we do that we just wanna tour and write some more. we have been talking about all the future releases we are going to do.. mostly split EPs with some friends.
tony- one EP, three tours
loki- what ramy said.
-What has been some of the most MEMORABLE shows up to date?
CC: ramy- for me best show out of LA was at the Garfield house on the "fuck the man tour 0-wine" with CDXX. so many of our friends were there.. it was just an amazing show. As far as LA id say december 30th. it was with all of our friends at hyde park half (www.hydeparkhalf.org). we played with ordstro, deers!, burn idols and matsuri. such an amazing show. obviously we are all about friends haha
tony- GINS' HOUSE last day of tour! and Costco parking lot as Revival Sound
ramy-OH! definetly gins house. shit was SIQ!
loki- every show had its moment
-If you guys could have a 'DREAM' tour who would you play with and where would you tour?
CC: ramy- MOLDAR reunion tour, we would tour the world.
tony- agreed
loki- Taylor Swift
-What are some of the most HILARIOUS moments for CC? Inside jokes?
CC: ramy- coasters 09, CHRIOOOOSSSS. craig=/. SANTA CRUST.
tony- rubber duckies...they give you boners. stick in pokes
ramy- Karnda never did get those back....
loki- Stealing Bras from unsuspecting rougues. Waking up and being uncomfortable in a van with the stinkiest people that matter. CoChro 08..in 09
-What should CC fans be excited for in the next couple months?
CC: ramy- full length and tour
loki- Different Tunings?
-What do you guys love to eat? Any particular places you remember from being on tour that you'll never forget?
CC: ramy- i love tofu. fucking SIAGON SANDWICHS in SF. thats all that matters.
tony- wing stop!
loki- SAIGONa and Dim Sum in SF. Simply Wholesome in inglewood. Wingstop..EVERYWHERE. FREE BIRDS in Santa BarBRAH!
ramy- yaaaa simply wholesome.
-Thanks for the interview! Any Last words?
CC: ramy- fuck craig, RAAAAAMMMMEZZZZZ!!! listen to matsuri, calculator, deers!, ordstro, SUMMER VACATION, burn idols. support local distro KYEO SPEAKS, and please check out www.hydeparkhalf.org. up the vegan punx?
tony- really up the vegan punx????
loki- Listen to yourself and make sure you arent lying. Dove Sta Memora.
ramy- JD salinger is fucking dead
CC: ColorChromatic is Loki- guitar, voice. Tony- Bass. Ramy-Drums. we are inglewood/westchester area.
ramy- i used to play in a ska band called lenins landlords with tony, and i actually met loki at our first show. soon our singer called it quits, and by this time i was living with loki and we decided to ask loki to be in the band. it was called revival sound.. then our guitar player "quit" and we become ColorChromatic.
loki- I jammed with ramy at Lenins Landlords first show and met Tony formally at the last show. Skrimp and I had to talk Ramy into letting me sing in the band. Ramy finally caved and we eventaully phased out or mar vista base/demographic because it was no longer profitable.
-How would you describe your overall sound?
CC: ramy- weird, chaotic, funx and harmony. punx.
loki- Sonically, we are what happens when a unstoppable fork meets an immovable steak. a mixture of loud moments and quiet moments.
-What does CC stand for? What central theme do the lyrics revolve around?
CC: tony- names ColorChromatic... oneword two words thr eew ords
loki- ColorChromatic is an idea that came once while playing notes chromatically on a guitar and experiencing them as shapes, colors and tastes. Synesthesia, for you brainiacs. To transpose that moment into a musical movement was my goal in starting this band.Also, our constant evolution is what sets us apart. i personally do not wish to convey any message other than contradiction. Contradiction sheds light on all.
-What does CC have under their belt? Time to brag fellas, aha.
C: ramy- we are just finishing up writing our full length, and we are going to be putting out an LP via my label Olhar De Vidro Records (www.myspace.com/olhardevidro), as soon as we do that we just wanna tour and write some more. we have been talking about all the future releases we are going to do.. mostly split EPs with some friends.
tony- one EP, three tours
loki- what ramy said.
-What has been some of the most MEMORABLE shows up to date?
CC: ramy- for me best show out of LA was at the Garfield house on the "fuck the man tour 0-wine" with CDXX. so many of our friends were there.. it was just an amazing show. As far as LA id say december 30th. it was with all of our friends at hyde park half (www.hydeparkhalf.org). we played with ordstro, deers!, burn idols and matsuri. such an amazing show. obviously we are all about friends haha
tony- GINS' HOUSE last day of tour! and Costco parking lot as Revival Sound
ramy-OH! definetly gins house. shit was SIQ!
loki- every show had its moment
-If you guys could have a 'DREAM' tour who would you play with and where would you tour?
CC: ramy- MOLDAR reunion tour, we would tour the world.
tony- agreed
loki- Taylor Swift
-What are some of the most HILARIOUS moments for CC? Inside jokes?
CC: ramy- coasters 09, CHRIOOOOSSSS. craig=/. SANTA CRUST.
tony- rubber duckies...they give you boners. stick in pokes
ramy- Karnda never did get those back....
loki- Stealing Bras from unsuspecting rougues. Waking up and being uncomfortable in a van with the stinkiest people that matter. CoChro 08..in 09
-What should CC fans be excited for in the next couple months?
CC: ramy- full length and tour
loki- Different Tunings?
-What do you guys love to eat? Any particular places you remember from being on tour that you'll never forget?
CC: ramy- i love tofu. fucking SIAGON SANDWICHS in SF. thats all that matters.
tony- wing stop!
loki- SAIGONa and Dim Sum in SF. Simply Wholesome in inglewood. Wingstop..EVERYWHERE. FREE BIRDS in Santa BarBRAH!
ramy- yaaaa simply wholesome.
-Thanks for the interview! Any Last words?
CC: ramy- fuck craig, RAAAAAMMMMEZZZZZ!!! listen to matsuri, calculator, deers!, ordstro, SUMMER VACATION, burn idols. support local distro KYEO SPEAKS, and please check out www.hydeparkhalf.org. up the vegan punx?
tony- really up the vegan punx????
loki- Listen to yourself and make sure you arent lying. Dove Sta Memora.
ramy- JD salinger is fucking dead
Interview with Capsize!
-So How did Capsize come together as a band? Any Other bands you guys were in before this?
C: Capsize came together when I (Daniel) saw that James left his previous band, Forever United. I hit him up and just asked what he was trying to do next. Based on what he told me, it seemed to be along the same lines as what I was looking for myself, so he came over to my house and jammed the next day. He had a hand full of songs done, and I liked a couple of them a lot. I told him I was down to do the band with him and that I'd figure out the other members shortly. That same night, I hit up Andrew who was the drummer of the last band I was in, The Life We Live, previously known as Ill Equipped. That band ended just due to the fact that we could not "find our sound". Every song sounded like a completely different band. Anyways, the 3 of us jammed together a week or so later and everyone was really happy with it, so we made the band official. I met Chris a few months ago when I played bass for a pop-punk band a while back that he was once in also and the members of that band were friends with him. I didn't know what he was into really, but I had heard him talk about Comeback Kid before so I asked him to come jam and he loved the songs. That was the forming of the members.
-Sounds legit what can you guys say about your overall sound?
C: Well, I don't want to to pull the whole "We are not a genre, we're a band" card, so I'll just tell it how it really is. We're a melodic hardcore band. James is personally influenced by bands like Life Long Tragedy, Comeback Kid, Dead Swans and I'm really into Defeater, and Killing The Dream. I can make up a rediculous sub-genre but I and everyone else knows who we sounds like, haha. For Andrew and Chris, I don't think they have any direct band influences as far as Capsize's music goes. They just play it and make it sound good as fuck, in my opinion.
-Yeah haha, What do you focus on when you write lyrics for Capsize?
C: Just shit that pisses me off, man. Our EP is 3 songs, and here is what's behind each of them. Nothing Changes is just about people that are always talking to their friends or fuckin' blogging about how unhappy they are with the economy, the environment, politicians, and are anti-anythingthatsoundstrendytodisagreewith but never do a fucking thing about it. It doesn't matter what you hope for. If you want something for yourself, go get it. If you want something done, do it yourself. Pretty much my "Shut the fuck up." to a lot of people. Sweat and Blood is about working class America. More directly, people in manual labor. More personally, my fathers life and all of my teen years. It's just about people that work their ass of just so than can have gas in the car to make it home, and have a plate of food at night. The Weather's Here, Wish You Were Beatuiful is just about a past relationship, and me being mad about a lot of lost time I dedicated to nothing that I will never get back. For the next rext recordings, I couldn't tel you what exactly the songs are going to be about, but they will have just as much emotion as the EP does.
-I like it dude. What are some of the most HILARIOUS moments for Capsize? Inside jokes?
C: Not any moments that I can think of really. At our very first show, at Vic's warehouse I kept slipping cause the floor was really slick, all the singers that night were, now that I think back. and at our 2nd show Chris's strap broke so he played with his bass on his knee the last two songs. We say a lot of stupid shit to eachother that only people in the band find funny, haha.
-Haha... What's coming for Capsize in the next couple of months? How were you able to make the progress you made in these few months you've been together?
C: We are recording 2 or 3 songs in early March. We are only releasing one of them online though, and are saving the rest for when we can record again. We are hoping to have a full length out by summer's end. Another release we are looking at is a potential split with an amazing band from San Antonio, TX, I Ignite. Both of these releases will eventually be out on 12" w/ dowload and or CD. We are also in the process of booking our west cost tour, spanning from New Mexico all the way up to Washington, that we do this summer. The dates are posted on our page. We can't tour as often as I'd like cause I am in college and James is in the navy, but when we get the time, we want to cover as much ground as possible. We have been able to move really fast in the last 2 month of being a band, strictly due to practicing often, staying motivated, and putting every extra dime we get into this band.
-What’s your goal with this band?
C: My main goal with this band is just to make music and put on performances that people will remember. Kids go to shows every single day. The lame part is, they don't remember 90% of what they saw 'cause it was the exact same thing as the night before and the night before. I just hope that people still jam our shit in 5 years, and we grow to the point that all of our shows are a very energetic, interactive, emotional experience.
-What is the toughest lesson you ever learned while being in music scene?
C: Don't think that everyone that shakes your hand at you at shows, or sings a long when your band plays is your friend. Just pay close attention and make sure that you define your own line between friends and hang arounds. If you don't, expect to be crossed at some point.
-Where do you see this band in 1 year?
C: In a year, I see us having a west coast tour and an a east coast tour under our belts. As well as the release of a full length and another EP or split. I'm hoping that our current line up does not change and we have music that people love to sing a long to at our shows!
-With your new album that is coming out, How do you see the growth of the band? What can your fans expect from it?
C: Well, until we release a full length, we only have 3 songs to share with the public. I feel as though with the release of a full length, once it's out for a bit, crowd interaction will grow a large amount, and people will just have more songs to jam out to at home. I just hope that when the album drops, and after our summer tour, we will get a lot more recognition. Fans can expect an album with more emotion in it than anything they have ever heard. Songs about struggle, overcoming, love, hate, loss, and gain. A well rounded album that will hopefully redefine everyones idea of hardcore from San Diego.
-What are some best and worst memories connected with the band?
C: Well, we have only been a band for just over 2 months now, so not too much shit has happened. I'd have to say our most memorable thing so far was just recording. Being cooped up in a house for 60 hours, sleeping on the floor for 15 or 20 minutes at a time and eating a shit load of taco bell. The best part of is all was coming out with 3 sick songs. Big shout out to Tyler Ross for recording us.
-Sick interview. Thank you for it. Any last words?
C: Thanks for your time, bro. To everyone who has supported us so far, thank you. Please help spread the word. Shout out to JDoll and Hellfish. Shout out to Vic & the warehouse. Listen to Illustrations, I Ignite, Shadows, Archetypes, Sorrows, In Despite, and any other band on our top. Buy our CD & merch. Come out to one of the shows. See everyone this summer.
Check them out here:myspace
C: Capsize came together when I (Daniel) saw that James left his previous band, Forever United. I hit him up and just asked what he was trying to do next. Based on what he told me, it seemed to be along the same lines as what I was looking for myself, so he came over to my house and jammed the next day. He had a hand full of songs done, and I liked a couple of them a lot. I told him I was down to do the band with him and that I'd figure out the other members shortly. That same night, I hit up Andrew who was the drummer of the last band I was in, The Life We Live, previously known as Ill Equipped. That band ended just due to the fact that we could not "find our sound". Every song sounded like a completely different band. Anyways, the 3 of us jammed together a week or so later and everyone was really happy with it, so we made the band official. I met Chris a few months ago when I played bass for a pop-punk band a while back that he was once in also and the members of that band were friends with him. I didn't know what he was into really, but I had heard him talk about Comeback Kid before so I asked him to come jam and he loved the songs. That was the forming of the members.
-Sounds legit what can you guys say about your overall sound?
C: Well, I don't want to to pull the whole "We are not a genre, we're a band" card, so I'll just tell it how it really is. We're a melodic hardcore band. James is personally influenced by bands like Life Long Tragedy, Comeback Kid, Dead Swans and I'm really into Defeater, and Killing The Dream. I can make up a rediculous sub-genre but I and everyone else knows who we sounds like, haha. For Andrew and Chris, I don't think they have any direct band influences as far as Capsize's music goes. They just play it and make it sound good as fuck, in my opinion.
-Yeah haha, What do you focus on when you write lyrics for Capsize?
C: Just shit that pisses me off, man. Our EP is 3 songs, and here is what's behind each of them. Nothing Changes is just about people that are always talking to their friends or fuckin' blogging about how unhappy they are with the economy, the environment, politicians, and are anti-anythingthatsoundstrendytodisagreewith but never do a fucking thing about it. It doesn't matter what you hope for. If you want something for yourself, go get it. If you want something done, do it yourself. Pretty much my "Shut the fuck up." to a lot of people. Sweat and Blood is about working class America. More directly, people in manual labor. More personally, my fathers life and all of my teen years. It's just about people that work their ass of just so than can have gas in the car to make it home, and have a plate of food at night. The Weather's Here, Wish You Were Beatuiful is just about a past relationship, and me being mad about a lot of lost time I dedicated to nothing that I will never get back. For the next rext recordings, I couldn't tel you what exactly the songs are going to be about, but they will have just as much emotion as the EP does.
-I like it dude. What are some of the most HILARIOUS moments for Capsize? Inside jokes?
C: Not any moments that I can think of really. At our very first show, at Vic's warehouse I kept slipping cause the floor was really slick, all the singers that night were, now that I think back. and at our 2nd show Chris's strap broke so he played with his bass on his knee the last two songs. We say a lot of stupid shit to eachother that only people in the band find funny, haha.
-Haha... What's coming for Capsize in the next couple of months? How were you able to make the progress you made in these few months you've been together?
C: We are recording 2 or 3 songs in early March. We are only releasing one of them online though, and are saving the rest for when we can record again. We are hoping to have a full length out by summer's end. Another release we are looking at is a potential split with an amazing band from San Antonio, TX, I Ignite. Both of these releases will eventually be out on 12" w/ dowload and or CD. We are also in the process of booking our west cost tour, spanning from New Mexico all the way up to Washington, that we do this summer. The dates are posted on our page. We can't tour as often as I'd like cause I am in college and James is in the navy, but when we get the time, we want to cover as much ground as possible. We have been able to move really fast in the last 2 month of being a band, strictly due to practicing often, staying motivated, and putting every extra dime we get into this band.
-What’s your goal with this band?
C: My main goal with this band is just to make music and put on performances that people will remember. Kids go to shows every single day. The lame part is, they don't remember 90% of what they saw 'cause it was the exact same thing as the night before and the night before. I just hope that people still jam our shit in 5 years, and we grow to the point that all of our shows are a very energetic, interactive, emotional experience.
-What is the toughest lesson you ever learned while being in music scene?
C: Don't think that everyone that shakes your hand at you at shows, or sings a long when your band plays is your friend. Just pay close attention and make sure that you define your own line between friends and hang arounds. If you don't, expect to be crossed at some point.
-Where do you see this band in 1 year?
C: In a year, I see us having a west coast tour and an a east coast tour under our belts. As well as the release of a full length and another EP or split. I'm hoping that our current line up does not change and we have music that people love to sing a long to at our shows!
-With your new album that is coming out, How do you see the growth of the band? What can your fans expect from it?
C: Well, until we release a full length, we only have 3 songs to share with the public. I feel as though with the release of a full length, once it's out for a bit, crowd interaction will grow a large amount, and people will just have more songs to jam out to at home. I just hope that when the album drops, and after our summer tour, we will get a lot more recognition. Fans can expect an album with more emotion in it than anything they have ever heard. Songs about struggle, overcoming, love, hate, loss, and gain. A well rounded album that will hopefully redefine everyones idea of hardcore from San Diego.
-What are some best and worst memories connected with the band?
C: Well, we have only been a band for just over 2 months now, so not too much shit has happened. I'd have to say our most memorable thing so far was just recording. Being cooped up in a house for 60 hours, sleeping on the floor for 15 or 20 minutes at a time and eating a shit load of taco bell. The best part of is all was coming out with 3 sick songs. Big shout out to Tyler Ross for recording us.
-Sick interview. Thank you for it. Any last words?
C: Thanks for your time, bro. To everyone who has supported us so far, thank you. Please help spread the word. Shout out to JDoll and Hellfish. Shout out to Vic & the warehouse. Listen to Illustrations, I Ignite, Shadows, Archetypes, Sorrows, In Despite, and any other band on our top. Buy our CD & merch. Come out to one of the shows. See everyone this summer.
Check them out here:myspace
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
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