Dream Line-Up, Cover Star and Interview Articles
Hey guys! I was asked a few questions and these are my answers!
My Dream Line-Up:
My line-up is as follows below. Being that it is a multi-genre festival I included artists from different genres and backgrounds but still managed to keep my absolute favorites. I am partial to post-hardcore so there may be a few more bands of that type music. I picked these certain bands because I know that they have fantastic stage presence that keeps the crowd pumped and enthralled. These artists also have a large fan base and are well known throughout the industry.
Chiodos (post-hardcore)
Chiodos has had a huge influence on the post-hardcore genre. A few of the members have had their hand in super groups such as Isles and Glaciers and Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows (DRUGS). The group has had their ups and downs, with front man Craig Owens being kicked out and reinstated about a year later. They are back and better than ever with their new album Devil.
Pierce the Veil (post-hardcore)
Pierce the Veil has been growing in popularity since their start. Their self titled genre of Mexicore blends their Mexican style heritage with their post-hardcore screams and breakdowns. Traditional Spanish sounding riffs flow in the background of front man Vic Fuentes high-pitched wails.
Biffy Clyro (Alternative Rock)
Green Day (Punk Rock)
Bring Me the Horizon (Metalcore)
A Day to Remember (Alternative)
Man Overboard (Pop-Punk)
Neon Trees (Alternative Pop)
Panic! At the Disco (Alternative Rock)
Skrillex (Dubstep)
I know Skrillex gets a bad rap but Sunny is talented. Many people out there don’t realize how difficult electronic music is to make, never less make well. Dubstep can be an underappreciated genre but gets people moving and having a good time at festivals. It should most definitely be acknowledged and included at a multi-genre type event.
My Cover Star:
Craig Owens of Chiodos
The man is super talented, there’s no doubt about it. His fans love him and after reuniting with Chiodos they are back and better than ever. Craig fronts the group, but writes most of the lyrics and plays guitar. He also has solo work as well as his work with Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows and Isles and Glaciers. He deserves to be the cover star because his new album with Chiodos is some of his best work and his story about being kicked out and reunited with the band is interesting.
My Music Articles:
Life on Tour Article
An article featuring the bands and their experiences while on tour. This article could include the inside scoop on bus life, what the band does with their free time, and where and how to get the best food. Food could be a main topic, asking about if and how they are able to cook, what their favorite places to eat are and which places to stay away from.
Roadie Feature
An article featuring some of the roadies that help the bands out such as the sound person or the guitar/drum tech. This feature could include what its like to drive the bus, how stressful the job is and how they got there in the first place. It could also include the band members giving quotes about that person and their job.
Fan Feature
An article all about the bands talking about their fans. This could feature the best stories about crazy fan-girls (or boys) being overly hysterical or talking about the best gifts they ever received from a fan. The bands could talk about how they use social media to keep in touch with the fans and also how the members feel about becoming “famous.”
Starting Out Feature
An article all about how the band came to be. It could include where the name can from, where their first gig was and how well it went. It could also cover their time in high school band or music program and how they felt about music while in school.
Song Lyric Feature
An article all about the bands process to writing. It could be about who writes the lyrics and if it’s a group process or a single thing. It could also include how the band composes riffs and who puts all the pieces together in the studio.
Tattoo Feature
An article all about tattoos. It includes the meaning behind the tattoos, the age when they got their first one, and any regrets they may have. It could also include how the band feels when a fan shows them a tattoo they got commemorating their band.
