Q - Starting off... Can you each please
state your name, age, what you do in the band and nicknames if you have any?
A - nick coyle,26- singer/songwriter
Q - As a band, are all of the members more like a close-knit family or just
business associates with a similar goal?
A - well recently we all moved in together so we're actually like a family. a
disfuctional one but still a family. we nicknamed the house "the clubhouse"
Q - How did you decide on the name "The Drama Club"? Does it have a special
meaning?
A - it's a tribute to the drama that seems to surround us.
Q - What music or artists have inspired you the most or influenced you to
do what you do today?
A - all music has influenced us in some way. everything from the classics to
the new music of today. we're just big fans of music.
Q - How would you describe the relationship between the band and your fans?
A - we love our fans.
Q - What music or artists are currently in your CD player?
A - i've actually been listening to itunes on shuffle. let's just say it's a
eclectic mix. doves, journey, and dr.dre have played since i started this
interview.
Q - What bands would you recommend that everyone should hear but has not
gained the exposure that they deserve?
A - the drama club(ha,ha)
Q - How would you describe your live shows?
A - high energy rock and roll and debauchery.
Q - How would you say that your music and the band itself have evolved from
when the band first started?
A - we're constantly evolving. our songwriting is getting better. we always
try to take it to the next level. this is just the beginning
Q - Tell me what inspired you guys to write "Closer To The Sun", and why it
only appears on the multimedia part of the EP?
A - before the drama club i was living in chicago and playing w/ ex filter
members geno lenardo and steve gillis. after a few months i decided it just
wasn't what i wanted to do musically and i moved back to PA. i wrote "closer
to the sun" on the plane trip home. it's about my experience there. picking
the songs to record for the ep was tough. i like all of our songs.
unfortunatly we didn't get to record "closer to the sun" this time around. it
will be on our full length cd though.
Q - Many bands argue that mp3's aren't good for promotion and or record
sales. What is your stance on the digital music issue and piracy?
A - to me it's like beating a dead horse or so the expression goes. there is
really no way to stop piracy. everyone does it and they're going to continue
to do it. the main thing, to me, is that people hear my music. i guess i would
rather people steal it than not hear it at all.
Q - Do you have any thoughts or advice for people trying to start up aband
or already have a young band?
A - have fun.
Q - Any last comments or shout-outs?
A - to everyone who has loved (and hated) my music over the years thanks for
listening. this is just the beginning!
