Vito Emannuel is one of those band who just want to make live gig to be closer to the fans and will ask you to bring anything crazy to ake this gig the most fabulous and unforgettable. Brandon, the magician who created this band, kindly answered to some questions to introduce Vito Emmanuel and talk about his passion.
First of all, can you introduce yourself?
Hello! My name is Brandon Migliorisi and I write, record and perform live as Vito Emmanuel. The band members and myself are all from America and live in or around Covington Kentucky and Cincinnati Ohio. I have played many instruments in many bands in the past, but this time, with this band, I want to change the vibe of my shows. I want something different.
In Vito Emmanuel, there is you, Brandon, but also Kevin at the percussions and Ben at the bass. Plus other regular musicians on stage. How did you meet them?
Music is my life and only true passion. All the musicians that play live with me are close friends who also share this unyielding passion for music. Benjamin Franks (Bass guitar and backing vocal) is my cousin and one of my all time favorite musicians. We have been playing music together for about 15 years. Since we were both very young. I can't really imagine having as much fun in a band without as I do have with him. We have always vibed well musically. Benny Brown (Turntables and Sampler, Backing Vocal) and I met in a classroom at our university. We didn't know each other, but we knew of each other because people thought we were either related or the same person. It became quite humorous and ridiculous to the point I had to meet him. We instantly became solid friends and soon realized how much we had in common, musically. Kevin McNamee (Samplers, Backing Vocal, Percussion and Hype) was part owner at a local club where my friends and I frequently played music. I met Kevin through a series of good friends, and after seeing his (at that time) band play I knew I had to party with him! His love for live music and unrelenting positive energy on stage are genuine and unforgettable. Kamal Hiresh (drums) had played in some of my favorite bands at that same club Kevin was part owner in. After seeing him play just a few times I had decided that i'd ask him to jam some jams with my friends and I to see how things vibe. We all meshed together so well we agreed to set up a show. Other than Kamal being a total badass on the drums, he is one of the funniest people I do believe I've met in a long time! He is detrimental to the live shows and really brings a great amount of dynamic energy to the stage.
Can you explain to the public, where does come from the name of Vito Emmanuel?
There are actually two stories to this name. As you know, my name is Brandon, but before I existed on Earth my parents had a disagreement on what my name would end up being. My mother chose the name Emmanuel while my father strongly preferred the name Vito. It is a blurry story about how I was named Brandon, but I believe it to be mostly a compromise. After being asked by my parents as to why I chose to name my new musical endeavor what I had named it, I told them it was simply based on the two birth names I did not receive. My mother claimed she knew that was the reason. My father, however, thought there may have been another reason. He then informed me of some family history that I was completely unaware of. My father's grandfathers were named Vito and Emmanuel. They made their own wine and would sit on the front porch and play Fiddle and Accordion while drinking said wine till the early hours of the morning. The story is that they would be drunk by the time the neighbors were completely annoyed and would put a stop to their banter.
Would you say that V.E is a solo project or a full band?
sides. All of the music is written by me entirely. I also record/mix/produce all the tracks in my studio/bedroom. I think of VE as a solo project while writing and recording, but there is a vast difference in the way the songs are put together in the studio and how they come together on the stage. When a live show is booked we prepare as a full band and exist as organs in the body, not one of us is more or less important than the next.Vito Emmanuel definitely has two very distinguishable
Where does come the idea to create Vito Emmanuel and what's your aim for this band?
My musical past is littered with rock music. Don't get me wrong, I love rock music, but after a while it can become the same jeans and t-shirts night in and night out. I needed something immensely different, thus a live show with not only musical instruments but interesting and styled apparel as well as balloons, lights, lasers, glow sticks and even light up swords if the night get wild enough ha ha! The goal is to bring something to the current music scene that truly entertains and possibly inspires some drunken dancing. A good time.
How will you "sell" Vito Emmanuel to someone you just met?
I promise something different. These shows are not your typical band shows, the music is not the same recycled indie pop electro dance rock that your older brother/sister got you into last summer. It's fun and it's different.
You're also the singer/guitarist in the band Rosemary Device, which music is completely different or Vito Emmanuel's one. How can you go from the hard rock of Rosemary Device to the indie pop of Vito Emmanuel?
Actually, I recently stopped playing and recording with Rosemary Device. I would have continued to play with the band, but I wanted to focus all of my musical energy into something that made people want to feel good. Don't be confused, I thoroughly enjoyed beating up my guitars, jumping into crowds and screaming into mics at dirty clubs, but my passion for music is becoming a friendlier, more approachable one. I have more creative freedom as Vito Emmanuel, and plan to always try new things and be as creative as I desire with the almost limitless options of a solo project / band such as this.
What is your biggest dream for Vito Emmanuel?
I just get a kick out of hearing people talk about the band in passing, or being mistaken as someone by the name Vito. I just can't help but to laugh at the rush of knowing friends and strangers are enjoying something I worked so diligently on. Is there an artist you'd love to work with? And share a duet with?
I would love to do a duet with possibly Cat Power (Charlyn Marie Marchall) or Karen O. of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. But as far as writing goes, could it get anymore interesting working with anyone other than Prince? That would be a treat!
Who would be your ultimate touring companion?
I would really like to have a little monkey as a touring companion. He'd make a great friend when you just don't wanna chat much, but don't want to be alone, haha! As far as bands go? Anyone bringing positive energy and good vibes to the table would be more than welcomed to join.
You used to post videos of you playing your music or covers on your Youtube channel. Is there a director with who you'd love to work for a videoclip?
Michel Gondry. He has done so many amazing things for artists like Bjork, Beck and the Foo Fighters to name only a few. He is my favorite director by far.
You made a cover of Nicky Minaj but if you could record a cover, which one would you choose and why?
I have been considering doing an all vocal (a capella) version of Bohemian Rhapsody lately, but that seems so time consuming. And in this technology age, I feel as though it would require a video to accompany the music. As of right now, the live band and I play "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" (Tears for Fears) and "Maniac" (Michael Sembello). Both seem to go over very well with this sound.
Do you have some heroes/idols in the music industry?
Trent Reznor, having created Nine Inch Nails by himself and taking it as far as he has taken it. I also mentioned Prince before, he is an incredible performer and a relentless song writer. Anyone with that much drive and passion for what they do could easily become a hero of mine.
What's your opinion on the MP3's invasion of the music industry?
It's evolution and can't be stopped. The rest of the music world must learn how to adapt or they're going to fade away. Having my music sold on iTunes and Amazon is far simpler and much less expensive than have CD's printed and shipped and carried from show to show. More fans prefer to find music online at their convenience rather than at a show that they'd rather be buying beer at. Spotify (in my opinion) is the next medium. Cassettes replaced things like records and 8-tracks because of their portability. CD's replaced tapes because of their higher sound quality and convenience of being able to skip around to your favorite tracks without winding a tape. MP3's had been replacing CD's due to portability and ease of sharing. The music industry has to understand that when someone buys a really good book, after they read it they pass it on to a friend that would also enjoy it. Music has become the same way. Spotify is free for the fans and is a great way for people to listen to our music without feeling like they had to invest their hard earned money into something that they may not have even heard yet. I'd be happier selling zero CD's and having people dance and party at Vito Emmanuel shows because they know the music and have been enjoying it for free on a friend's Spotify playlist. It's not about the money, it's about the Fun times and good vibes that money can't buy.
What was the 1st ever record you bought? What was the 1st ever gig you went to? Did they bring you some inspiration for your music's love?
I believe the first record I ever purchased was Nirvana's Nevermind (on tape) and Pearl Jam's Versus (on CD). I don't recall what my first concert was, but I know that there are many I'll never forget.
Is there a place/country/city where you'd love to play?
I think playing music anywhere but Earth would be unmistakably stellar. ;)
What would you do if the music and all kind of arts were banned from our world?
i would react the same way as I do with other things banned and continue to enjoy it anyway, Haha! It that weren't possible then I would fight till the death to live free again.
Last question, do you have a special message for me and your fan?
if you find Vito Emmanuel music online for free, please download it and pass it on. It's not stealing because I created it for free and don't need anything in return other than your enjoyment of it. Love and live life free before you die. 
