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Questions Answered By Sonik (Vocals), Mike (Guitar), Adam (Guitar), Jimmy (Bass) and Josh (Drums).
10/10/99
Interviewed by Pedro Einloft
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PRP: Hi there! Well, first of all, how did <151>'s members got together to form a band?
<151>: Mike & Adam were in <151> from the start. We had a falling out of a few members & Jimmy was brought in by Adam, who was friends with him since grade school. Josh was brought in by Mike, & they grew up together playing music and sports together since jr high school. Sonik was a guest vocalist which did only 2 songs, and then when the singer was let go, Sonik took The Front Spot.
PRP: How long have you guys been together as a band?
<151>: Current members have been together for 8 months.
PRP: Who are in the band at all?
<151>: Band members are: Mike Hornak (lead guitar/vocals), Adam Andersen (guitar/vocals), Sonik (lead vocals), Jimmy Reese (bass), Josh Nielsen (drums). If you would also like to know equipments used, here it is: Mesa Boggie, Hughes & Ketner, Hartke, Premier drums, PRS, B.C. Rich, & Ibanez guitars, Boss & Digitech effects.
PRP: Any line-up changes since the band's start?
<151>: Yes, changes has been the drummer, which is now Josh, the bass player which is now Jimmy, and the singer which is now Sonik.
PRP: Why you decided to play the instrument you do, or, to sing? Anyone inspired you?
Mike: "The guitar was a very versatile instrument for my likes of different music. Even though I learned to play a little drums and bass, the guitar was an excellent form of expression that I couldn't get from anything else in my life. And it brings me the greatest satisfaction out of anything I have ever done!!" Inspirations: People like my first guitar instructor Rich which taught me classical guitar, Steve Ray Vaughan, Leo Kotke, Chet Atkins, Steve Vai, Tim Reynolds, Randy Rhodes, Zakk Wylde, Eddie Van Halen and many others..
Josh: "Drums because of influences like Tommy Lee and his incredible live performances, and my family influences" Inspirations: Tommy Lee, Alex Van Halen, Randy Castillo.
Jimmy: "Bass because of friends who played music and influenced him to play." Inspirations: Kirk Hammett, Andres Segovia.
Adam: "Guitar because I looked up to my dad who played." Inspirations: Marcel Dadi, and Jimi Hendrix.
Sonik: "I love to sing and it keeps me alive!" Inspirations: Zack de La Rocha from Rage Against The Machine.
PRP: Any material released?
<151>: Only our 4 song demo cd.
PRP: How you got your name?
<151>: Our name signifies our bond between band members: (1)one for all(5) & all for one(1)!
PRP: How would you describe your band's sound to someone who has never heard you guys?
<151>: We would describe our sound as an original stylistic hardcore, unlike no other!
PRP: What's the song writing process like?
<151>: The process can vary but it is a collective one. It usually starts with a guitar riff, and then, with everyone's opinion, talents and collaboration, it becomes a work of art (hopefully.)
PRP: How's the music scene there in The Inland Empire of Southern California?
<151>: It's cool. Not a lot of bands like us at all. The ones that stick to the harder core edge are very good and we have some damn good shows with packed venues!
PRP: Any band I should check out from there?
<151>: One of the bands to see out here would be our good friends Foyl.
PRP: How you guys do to spread yourself out from the others?
<151>: Constantly promoting ourselves, providing as much energy as possible at our live shows, and musically we have many different styles and song changes that will grab the attention of anyone that hears our shit.
PRP: Are any of the members in any side projects?
<151>: No.
PRP: Influences of the band?
<151>: Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Hed(pe), System of the Down, Incubus, Deftones.
PRP: Best underground band out there, in your opinion?
<151>: Deftones, Rage Against The Machine, Tool.
PRP: All Time Favorite Band?
<151>: Tool, Van Halen.
PRP: What would be the tour of your dreams? Your band plus.... ?
<151>: <151>, System of a Down, or Tool, or Rage Against the Machine.
PRP: Was your band ever approached by any record label?
<151>: Yes, one independent, but we turned them down after many negotiations. A few more are still in the works.
PRP: Any big plans in the horizon?
<151>: Hopefully a record deal, and tours, just playing as many shows as we can!!!!
PRP: Last show you went?
<151>: System of a down, Static X and Hed(pe), at the palace in Hollywood.
PRP: Any shows booked or something?
<151>: Upcoming Shows For <151> : Nov. 11th at Kelly's in Chino Ca., Nov 13th at Goodfellas in Rancho Ca.(free show), Nov. 20th at the Key Club in Hollywood Ca., & Dec. 2nd at Godfathers in Chino Ca.
PRP: Anything you wanna add? Last comments?
<151>: We all love what we do and are always looking to further our music to everyone and anyone. We appreciate and never take for granite our fans, friends, & family especially for all the support and encouragement. If you haven't seen us do so cause we are the shit! (That's as humble as i can put it!)
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