Some words with Operator Six

Operator Six is one of the band I know for a long time, Having an interview with them was important. At the occasion of the release of their new single, they kindly accepted to answer to some questions....

First of all, can you introduce yourself and the band?

We are Operator six 

Adam Boyce Vocals / guitar

Alex Boyce guitar

Darren (Deeps) Akeroyd bass 

Ian Atkinson Drums 

How did you all met and how does the idea to create this band came to your mind(s)?

Ian and 'Deeps' met at school and have been friends since the age of 4, then Alex met them at college. Adam then completed the line-up after leaving his old band  

 You choose to name the band "Operator Six", why?

We make an effort to never answer that question. it means what you want it to mean .

 

You've been in different bands before getting together, were you playing the same kind of music?

No the sounds were very different. Alex Deeps and Ian's old band was a hevier  but all have common ground we all like and we wanted to come together to make something more mature and melodic 
 
  Do you write the songs all together?

Adam will write the song on piano or acoustic guitar and bring it practice, then we'll all help arrange it and put our parts to it   

How do you find the inspiration?

Inspiration comes in many forms. Anything from watching TV to strolling down the road, and especially listening to a wide range of music    

Ian, your dad seems to be really involved in the band, does his studio like your second home?

With it being our own studio, we've managed to make it really comfortable for us, so we basically just sit around, but it really nice to have a base, we are very lucky   

Have you always wanted to be a musician? Was it your "ideal job" when you were young?

We all wanted to be musicians, thats the drive behind the band. 
 
 Do you have an idol/hero in the music industry?

No one person or band in particular, just who ever we are listening to at that time. We've all got individual tastes which helps gives us a unique sound, we like bands that are real and don't have an image over substance, its all about great tunes    

 You were support band for The Riffles, Ocean Color Scene and even Paul Weller. How did you have this opportunity to support such big artists?

Our manager has made it possible for these artists to hear our recordings and they have given us great feedback and they invite us to support them at there gigs

  What are you best memories with them?

Being invited down to Paul Wellers studio and him being interested in what we're doing is amazing, also getting to travel around and see new placed and meet new people 
 
  Thanx to those gigs, you could have played in differents part of Europe, is there a place that you really love?

 Two nights in Amsterdam with Paul Weller was amazing, and touring with the Rifles was good as we get on with them well.we hope to do more in Europe over the next year, we would love to visit Paris, and other major european cities, the weather is allot better over there ha ha 

 

Is there a town/city where you never been (for a gig) and would love to go? And why?

 somewhere further away like New York. or different places in america China Australia, just to take in the culture and see what the response to our music would be like   

Whats your biggest dream for the band?

 To have a Long and successful career and be creative and progress, make enough money to be able to do this for as long as we can.   

Personally, Im quite addicted to your songs "every single way" and "Talisman". Do you have a favorite one, a lucky song?

Everytime we write a new song it becomes our favourite,  but there are certain songs we know will go down well at gigs. We have a song called 'The Realist' that always gets a good response.
    
On your song "Born to be King", you've played with Elizabeth Denver. If you could pick someone to play with you or sing with you, who would you choose?

obviously we would always like to collaborate with the 'legends' in music,  bob dylan would be pretty cool, Ian would like to work with Ahmir Khalib Thompson who is the drummer from THE ROOTS, he is also a producer and he gets an amazing sound from live bands 
  
Do you have another passion than music?

we all have our individual interests really, some of us are into football, snowboarding, poker and most importantly drinking!!  
 

Would you love to have a "special" director or actor for one of your videoclip? If yes, who?

Id love for Martin Scosesse to direct a video of ours, a true genius behind the camera  

 If you could make a cover, which song would you choose and why?

I think we would probably go for something a bit different to what we normally would do, we recently did a cover of 'you cant hurry love' by the supremes    

Which dead artist would you love to come back to life?

It would have to be john lennon, id love to hear what material he would release in his later years  
 

What was the 1st ever gig you went to? And what was the 1st ever cd/vinyl you bought?

The first Cd i bought was 'Nevermind' by Nirvana and the first big gig we all went to was to see was The Stereophonics, great gig  
 

What will you do if tomorrow, music will be ban of our life and you'll have to choose another career?

 Adam would have to be something creative, maybe something to do with Film, Ian would like to do something in art or design or maybe photography  

In France, we have, every 21st of June and for more than 29 years now, a National day called "La fête de la musique". On that day, every single musician can go in the street and play his art. This is free and everybody is welcome to play or listen and this is a very festive day.  I know that several others countries have "took" this idea now and do that too. What do you think of that? And would you like the British governement do the same and declare the 21th of june, a national day for music?

I would love that to happen but over here we do have a lot of live music playing so you can always go out and see a band performing, but it would be cool to play in the streets and discover what it going on in your aria  

Do you have a special message for your fans/supporters? 

Just a big thankyou to them for travelling all over to watch us play we really do appreciate your dedication ....and spread the word!!!! 

Life In Film

Life in Film is a band from London that I discovered at the end of 2010 thanx to This Feeling,

 

Life in Film is :

Dominic Sennétt (bass)
Edward Ibbotson(guitare)
Micky Osment(drums)
Samuel Fry(leads vocals and guitare)

Find them on their website and Facebook Group

 

Here, you'll find the lyrics for the song "Sorry" (the video above)

Verse 1

Night fire in your eyes

You’ve come down, in disguise

Chorus

We’re jumping through hoops

Something that we don’t need

I would give to you 

A million heart beats

To wash this taste away

And you’re gone in one day

But could the things you say be true

Verse 2 

Your heart’s been broken

A note on your dresser draw

My doors always open

Middle 8

Say your fine and that’s alright with me

Yes you will take another draw

You take me on and take me miles away 

Away far gone forever more

Chorus 2

The light would save for me 

And my son and family

And do the same for you 

And the things we go through

To wash this taste away 

And you’re gone in one day

Could the things you say be true

Foley Stewart - Holy Nowhere

interview with Modern Faces.

 First of all guys, can you introduce yourself? 

- Monty (Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitar), Gaz (Drums and Backing Vocals), Jamie (Bass Guitar), Mike (Lead Guitar) and The Master of Disaster Mr James Shields (Keys).

 How did you all met? And how did you decided to create the band? 

- Three of us were at the same school (Monty, Gaz, Jamie) and all shared the same taste in music. Monty got introduced to Mike through a friend and started doing a few small acoustic gigs around our local town Dunfermline. Not long after this we decided to form a proper band and make a go of it. This is when Jamie and Gaz got on board. The tunes started to flow and after a few gigs we started to see the crowds getting bigger and bigger. After a couple of sessions in the studio we felt it would be great to make our live performances massive. We got Shields in on the keys and so here we are now..

How did you choose the name of the band and why "Modern Faces"?

- Well it was Monty that came up with it a few years back. We were right into the whole mod culture at the time and as you know the "faces" were the cool, trendsetters of the 60s. Take that meaning and throw it into todays world and you get us....Modern Faces!

Do you, each of you, have already an experience in the music industry or are you all new in it?

- All new to the industry.

 Let's talk about your music, who gave you the desire to become a "rockstar"?

- We grew up listening to bands from the 90`s, I remember hearing Oasis on the radio when i was about younger and just thinking how fucking good it was. We all love Oasis, Kasbaian, The Stone Roses, The Beatles etc we could go on and on. All the bands and "Rock Stars" from the years gone by have had some sort of influence on us but for us it was Noel and Liam that caught the eye. I dont think you get "Rock Stars" like you used to now a days, just students in pointy shoes, so hopefully we can start a revolution and get people as excited about music as they once were.

 How do you write a song? Are you doing it all together or each of you on your own and then put everything together after all? 

- All tracks are different but generally Monty or Gaz will come up with something and bring it to the band. They will describe the direction they want it to go in and it will evolve from there. Saying that Monty loves to write a full song in his head before letting us all hear it. Hes quite the beatboxer and hes even came out with a full strings section before!!!   

We can hear several of you songs/demos on your myspace and soundcloud pages, I quite love "lost in a moment" and "Rock'n'rolla", do you have a fave one? 

- Not one in particular, Love Frustrates Me is great to play live though, gets the ladies involved.

 Where do you find the inspiration to write the songs?

- We take a lot from our own lifes and personal experiences, we find it easier to write songs we can relate to and with meaning. Sometimes we like to tell a story though, "Gun for Hire" for instance.

Have you already choose which song will be your first single? And will you tell us? 

- Every song we seem to be writing just now seems to be getting better and better, I can tell you that when we do have to pick one its gonna be an absolute BELTER!!!!!

And do you have an idea of the type of videoclip you'd like to have?

-  "Gun for Hire" - Wed like to re-enact the song.....like an old Western movie. Few gunslingers, a bank robbery and a money train!

 How would you describe your music? 

- Pure ecstacy! Versatility is the key.

 What would be your ideal gig? 

- Doing a massive gig in an old barn in the middle of nowhere. 90,s illegal rave style!

In your influences, you've named Oasis, how did you react when they split? Do you like Beady Eye? - 

We were pretty gutted but the Beady Eye album is quality, going to see them in Edinburgh in April so cant wait. Really looking forward to hearing Noels Solo stuff though, im sure it will mega.
 

You're from Scotland, is there a Scottish Band/artist, you'd love to work with?

- Sheilds loves a bit of Annie Lennox!! 

 And what do you think about bands like Glasvegas.....? Do you think you could become the new "faces" of Scottish rock? 

- Whatever happens wel be aiming to go to the top! We wont settle for being the face of Scottish Rock. Maybe British Rock...or even the world. Well see...

 You've already played gig in big English towns, was it not too hard to be far from your roots?

- No, any gig we play we go for it, doesn't matter where it is. Sometimes its great playing to people you dont know, I mean your mates will go mad for it anyway. If you can go to London and play a gig when nobody has a clue who you are but get the place jumping within a few tracks. You must be doing something right, and nothing beats that feeling.

 What's your memories of those gigs?

- Great crowd and reaction but after that it goes a bit hazy, few too many JD`s.

 You also played in front of 900 people in your town, what was your feelings when you came on stage? Were you feeling like being the kings of the town?

- When you play to a massive crowd that are purely there just to see you, the buzz you get is unreal! Its what its all about and why we're in this game in the first place. Its all about the fans.

Could you leave Scotland to live in another country if it's important for your music?

- Send us on a plane now.........................
 

 "Gun For Hire" and "Lost in a Moment" have been played on Amazing Radio and seems to have a great response from the listeners, were you ready for that? 

- We think our music is ready and that we're ready. Hopefully the fans are ready...lets bring on more of the same.

 Is there an artist/band you'd love to work with/make a duet?

- Paul Weller, the mans a legend!
 

 If you could make a cover, which song would you choose? 

- Rolling Stones, Gimme Shelter.
 

 Could you do a song in a different language? 

- Supposably Gaz speaks a bit of French.... 
 

 Do you have a personal dream(s) apart from the music?

- No. Music is what we want to do and will do, not gonna stop till were there.
 

 Is their in your Ipods, some songs/albums you should be ashame of? 

-Vengaboys - The Venga Bus is coming!

Are you addicted to one song/one album?

- Nothing better than shoving the White Album on when its gettin past those early hours on a Sat night.

 Do you have a message for your fans/supporters?

- Get listening in, spread the word and lets take it to the next level. Much love!

Foley Stewart

Im gonna introduce now an artist from the US!!!! Yes I can listen to music that is not coming from the UK!!! :)

I've discovered Foley Stewart really recently as he was the support act of Fran Healy during his solo tour in Europe. I didn't know who I was going to see and this is not usual for me to love the support acts I use to see... But maybe God wanted me to hear Foley, cos I've decided to run after the work and I arrived at La Maroquinerie during the 1st song and I was not yet IN the venue that I heard his voice and thought that I was gonna love that set! I know this venue by heart but this time I just follow the voice like flying till the stage.... After his set, Foley became the sound engineer of Fran and could also make an excellent impression of the US sound checker AND sing the background vocal on "Sierra Leone" with Fran.... After the gig, I could met him as he became the merch boy for his own cd. Outside he made a brilliant impression of Ke$ha, don't ask me why, you should have been there! In one evening, I saw a singer I LOVE for many years and I discovered an talented New-Yorker who, I hope will become famous here soon!

 

Foley Stewart was born and raised in the East Village of Manhattan. His music is influenced by both the city and the country - His dad is from Kentucky and his mom is from Brooklyn. In highschool, Foley began paying shows at local clubs and recording DIY albums out of his dad's apartment on Ludlow street. Since then he has toured the US and recorded with some awesome people like Jimmy Boyle, Mark Ronson and Emery Dobyns. His latest EP "Holy Nowhere" was done by himself in his bedroom.

You can follow him on his Facebook, myspace, tumblr and his Twitter.

You can order his 1st EP on Itunes!

Lyrics of the song "Here with me" by Mooli

Verse

Money’s tight
We’re in the red
Working so hard
Can’t get ahead
It’s not chronic
We’ll stem the tide
We might be broke but love’s on our side


Chorus
Within these walls
Unites people
With a lot of things in common
And a wealth of history

Within these walls
We lie peaceful
If our happiness annoy them
Leave them to their misery
These walls
Will see you safe here with me

Verse 2

Feels like
We’re on the ropes
An endless fight
There’s always hope
If what we reap
Is what we sow
We won’t be drowning in no sorrow


Chorus
Within these walls
Unites people
With a lot of things in common
And a wealth of history

Within these walls
We lie peaceful
If our happiness annoys them
Leave them to their misery
These walls
Will see you safe
Here with me

Within these walls
Unites people
With a lot of things in common
And a wealth of history

Within these walls
We lie peaceful
If our happiness annoys them
Leave them to their misery
These walls
Will see you safe
These walls
Will see you safe
here with me

Here with me ( Words and music by Ben Copland)
Performed by Mooli
From the Ep ' Black Spring' and album ' Dream Chasing'
Copyright control.

Mooli- Here with me ( official Video)

interview of Tom Nurse from The Screening

The Screening is probably the most famous of this "new" bands Im following and supporting, Tom "singer" Nurse has took the time to answer to some questions. Is he always honest or is he kidding? You'll have to guess!!! :)

 First of all, can you introduce the band? -

Yes, Tom1, Tom2, James and little Owen

How did you all meet? And where does come from the idea of creating the band?

We all lived within 200 yards of each other as kids and me and Jim went to the same school as did Tom L and Owen,,,me and Tom2 started the band as teenagers and it evolved over a couple of years until we found what we were looking for right under our er,,,noses!

Where does come this passion for music? Have you been influenced by an artist when you were younger who makes you wanna be a rockstar?

Many bands, many experiences, many people! No one in particular! its in the blood maaaan!

Are you writing the songs all together or each of you "in a corner" then put all the ideas together?

Me and Tom2 write the "kits."The songs may change in the studio, all depends on the song. We have no specific formula and the way we write can change from time to time depending on the mood!

What gives you the inspiration to write the songs?

Marijuana and booooooze...joking of course,everyday life situations, world conflict, death, love, the usual!!

How will you describe your music?

Bright and sparkling with a hint of decay!

How did you, each of you, decide, one day, to learn how to play an instrument?

I dont reckon you decide, it just happens! You either want to do it or you dont.

In the video clip of "ten green bottles", the band is playing "the role of the car radio", who's got this idea?

We are lucky enough to have many people behind the scenes who contribute loads of stuff to the band,,it is more than just the four of us on stage. In this case a friend called Rob Powell designed the concept and directed the video to his own weird imagination! He has done all our vids and is a very talented chap!

Imagine that someone ask you, one day,  to do the exact same thing during a long journey, what would be your reaction?

Foookin do one!

In the video clip of "You Look Much Better In The Dark", you have to run under the rain because you're late to a photoshoot. Was it the other's idea to tell you that you have to stop being late? :)

No, I am renowned for my punctuality!

You're from Leicester, well known for the Walkers chips, Joseph Merrick, the National Space Center amongst others but above all by the band Kasabian who have now a huge influence in the British rock music. Do you think that your city could become the new "english capital of music"?

ha ha,,,I doubt it! Lets wait and see! There's a few good bands around these parts, it only takes a couple for the domino effect!

Strange question: If Prince William and Kate Middleton ask you to play to their wedding, will you go?

If there's a free bar then I reckon I would.

Is there an artist with who you would love to do a duet?

Justin Bieber

What's your ideal gig?

Coachella as the sun's going down! That be nice!

Personally always prefer buying the cd or vinyl of an artist but now a lot of artists released their songs only on digital copy. What's your opinion about that market?

I agree that it is much better to have a physical release,,the aesthetic of vinyl and CD's adds to the whole experience,,,downloading an MP3 is not for me but you gotta move with the times and record labels have been ripping people and bands off for decades so it is good that more bands have the potential to get there music out there,,although you will always need the might of the major labels for anybody to know about it.

If you can make a cover, what song would you choose?

We occasionally encore our sets with Sympathy for the Devil by the Rolling Stones,people love it and we reckon we do it justice! yeehaa

Tom, could you sing in an other language?

Oui, je suis polyglotte et mènent souvent des répétitions dans une multitude de dialectes!

You seems very close to "the Harley Staples Cancer Trust", is there another charity that is very close to your heart?

We knew Harley very well so we love to support that charity! That one is the one we will always focus on!

Do you have a personal dream?

A cameo in Hollyoaks is all of ours big dream or a duet with Justin Bieber.

What was the 1st ever record (cd or vinyl) have you bought?

The Stone Roses - The Stone Roses,,,cos im so cool clearly!

Is there in your ipod a song you could be ashamed to have?

yes,Girls Aloud album,,although to be frank you cant fault the choooons!

Are you addicted to one song/album?

Currently The National album High Violet,,,tis soooooper!

What was the first ever gig you went to?

Mainstream gig - Manic Street Preachers,,,me and Tom went when we were about 12!

If you could be another one of the band for one day or one week, which one will you (each of you) be and what will you do?

The Doors and I would sing I reckon!

Do you have a message for your fans/supporters?

We love all of em in their own special way,,and watch out for our debut album coming in the summer! Its a foookin belter!

Modern Faces "Rock'n'Rolla

My fave song by the band at the mo'!

Modern Faces...

Modern Faces is a Five-piece band from Dunfermline (Scotland) composed by:

Monty  at the Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitar
Gaz at the  Drums and Backing Vocals
Jim at the Bass Guitar
Mick at the Lead Guitar
Shields at  Keyboards and Synths

Their music is a compilation of "influences from the psychedelic 60s right through to the pulsating 21st century". The band name check Oasis, The Stone Roses and The Verve as big influences in their career.

They already have played differents gigs in a lot of differents places across the UK, like Liverpool’s Sound City Festival, This Feeling Club London, Death Disco London, Greasy Lips Manchester...... And they had played their biggest show of their existence to a strong 900 crowd at The Velocity in Dunfermline.

The band is gonna play at the upcoming Primal Scream After Show Party on the 26th March at the Brixton Jamm.

The song "Gun of Hire" has recently been played by Charlie Ashcroft in his show on Amazing Radio on Tuesday 8th March and then "Lost In A Moment" played several times by Jim Gellatly in his show on the same radio.

From there the band released their EP 'No Mans Land' in April of 2010 which attracted the ears of many within the industry.

Check them out on their myspace, their Soundcloud profil, their Facebook fanpage , their Twitter and their Youtube page.