June 17, 2009
You started in Texas, moved to Portland. Why?
I grew up in Texas and began to tour with bands a a young age. Long story short, I played through Portland and became enamored with the town. Wanted to take on a new scene and the rest is history.
About 2 years with the Wounds although the core of the songs have been in existence for some time.
How many changes has there been in the core of the band? Is Shiggy a new member, or is that the stage moniker for Jay Raker?
Shiggy has replaced Jay on bass. (No comment on the reason why)
When you're getting ready to write some new material, you said you write the lyrics first. How do you go about this? Is it a planned event ("I'm going to write some songs in two days") or is it spontaneous ("I've got to get these lyrics out now!"). Or does it depend on the situation?
Its incredibly spontaneous. I don't know where the inspiration comes from and I've learned not to question it.
How about the music itself? Do you guys have a set day of the week you get together for a jam and rehearsal, or is it all just a phone call away?
A phone call usually does the trick.
Have there been any changes in the sound of Adrian H and the Wounds, or is this what you've been making since the start?
There's always change but the overall Wounds sound is consistent.
How many different bands have you guys been in? Is there anything obscure on the neterwebs fans can try to find from these other bands? And how about current side projects; any of those kicking around?
Too many to list. One example, Shiggy plays for this killer Japanese punk rock band, 'Pitchfork Motorway'. Great music.
How old are you guys? At first glance, you guys seemed like somewhat older guys, like 28, 30, but after seeing some other pics I was thinking even possibly younger?
Gentlemen never reveal their age.
Who are Adrian's top three favorite bands? Shiggy's? Broken Heart's?
Thats a tough one!!
Adrian H: New Model Army/John Cale/Bauhaus
Broken Heart: anything weird
Shiggy: anything Punk
What other genres are you guys into; anything that you think would surprise your fans?
I'm into old Secular Choral music.
Broken heart loves 70's/80's experimental music.
Shiggy....PUNK ROCK!!!
Are there any particular bands you've done shows with that were really cool to do the show with? Or, similarly, any particular bands you've opened for that you said "Wow. We're opening for this band. Sweet."?
Sisters Of Mercy / Voltaire (many more to come!!)
Any particular shows in general that you find yourself remembering more than others?
Actually, I'm beginning to forget many of them. After a while and many shows later, it all becomes a blur.
How long have you been playing your respective instruments? Are there any instruments you guys play other than what you play in the band?
We've all been at our craft for some time. We change it up once in a while and play multiple instruments but Shiggy is the true musical chameleon.
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