Q: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how your childhood impacted your musical direction?
A: I, and the rest of the band all come from relatively poor backgrounds. I personally was brought up on a council estate which was considered a ‘rough area’. I always listened to music wherever I went. Grandad would always have soundtracks to musicals on, Dad like Queen, Mom liked pop. I originally listened to all genres but developed my own taste for music at around 13. Originally it was stuff like Bonjovi, Skid Row and Motley Crue (I’m getting on, ha ha), but then grunge and alternative came along and I absolutely loved it! Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Sound garden. Loved that stuff. I love a bit of indie rock too! The rest of the guys have quite different influences. Some are more metal influenced. As a band we’re into everything! Classic and current.
Q: How are you planning on growing your fan base and sharing your music with the world? What message do you have for anyone who is about to discover “Questions of Angels”?
A: We’re looking at trying to get some more songs recorded and getting them released. We have a couple or so videos but this is the way forward really so we’re going to get some videos recorded for some of our older tracks too!
As for anyone about to discover us. We seem to have a bit of something for everyone. Ultimately, I like melody and a chorus you can remember, so hopefully one of our tunes will get stuck in your head.
Q: Who is the most inspiring artist for you right now? And where do you find inspiration for making music?
A: Mmmm. That’s really tricky. We’re open to listen to anything really. We really tend to write what we feel so perhaps we’re our own biggest influence. We certainly don’t try to sound like anyone.
Q: Can you tell us about the story or message behind the song, “One More Day.”?
A: “One More Day” is a pretty emotional tune. I’d had a huge family argument which led to me not speaking to my dad and several other family members for over 4 years. The song is about how I might feel if my dad were to die with us still not speaking. I used to get upset just singing it.
Q: How would you describe your sound in one word for potential listeners?
A: One word! You’re tough Hanna. How about “Earworm”
Q: Did you face any challenges while writing or recording “One More Day”?
A: We started to write “One More Day” before the band took a couple of years out. There was a lot going on and I couldn’t continue at that point. I asked the guys if we could get back together to record this song. It meant so much to get it recorded. I’m glad we did.
Q: What is the message of your music? And what are your goals as an artist?
A: All of our songs usually have a story of some kind. Some of them are taken from experience, others, I put myself in a position and write about how I might feel.
Q: Who is your dream artist to collaborate with? (dead or alive)
A: For me. Probably Eddy Vedder and Pearl Jam. The other’s will have their own opinions. Our bass player loves Rush.
Q: What is your advice for people interested in pursuing music as a career or for those trying to enter the industry?
A: Don’t expect success to come overnight. In fact don’t expect success at all! Just enjoy what you do. If you don’t enjoy what you play, it won’t last. Growing your fan base is probably the hardest thing to achieve. It doesn’t matter how great your music is if no-one is hearing it. I’ve seen so many great bands over the years that never made it. It’s a lot easier now with social networks so use that to your advantage and make as many connections as you can. Make yourself known on the gig circuit, whether you’re playing or just watching. As an older band we could have done with being around 15 years earlier. Ha. New bands today will have a head start on the social media side.
Q: If you could go back in time and give a younger you some words of wisdom, what would they be?
A: At times it’s going to be hard. You’re going to feel frustrated. Even if you know your music is good enough. Sometimes you might need to step away for a little while to get your head together but don’t give up. I did and gave it all up on a couple of occasions. I shouldn’t have stopped and walked away. Stick at it!
