Friday Dies, a metal band that made waves from the mid-80s to the late 90s, has returned. Their journey, legacy, and future continue to captivate.
1. Friday
Dies originally made waves in the metal scene from the mid-80s to the late 90s.
Can you take us back to the beginning? What was the initial vision behind the
band when you first formed?
We loved
our style of music and wanted to play it for anyone who liked it. We played in
a lot of basement parties and backyards.
2. Your
release "Return of the Witch" became a landmark in your early career.
How do you reflect on that album today, and how has its legacy influenced your
current work?
We had one
day to record that album. We had no studio just a guy with a handful of mics
and a 4-track. Mark Berchet was a genius, we had drums in the basement, I was
on the first floor with a guitar . We ran cords up the laundry shoot into the
upstairs bathroom where Mark ran the 4-track, it was a bit chaotic ,
3. After
the band’s split, each member pursued different paths. How did the discovery of
the old CDs reignite the passion for Friday Dies? What was the emotional
experience of reviving the band like for you?
A little
strange I think, I don’t know what I felt.
4. The
recent recordings at TRAX 52 Studios mark a major comeback for Friday Dies. How
has the recording process changed compared to when you were recording back in
the 80s and 90s?
First off
I’m in a studio set up for recording, it’s a lot more relaxed because we don’t have
to worry about anything except getting the music right. Which is stressful
enough. It’s nice to take a break for a day knowing you can come back to finish
it.
5. Your
latest singles like "Of Wizards and Witches" and "Hammer
Down" showcase a mix of hardcore energy and intricate complexity. How have
your musical influences evolved over the years, and what can fans expect from
the new material?
Of Wizards
and Witches was on the old cd, hammer down will be on the new one, the new
stuff I think is a bit more relaxed but still very raw, the lyrics maybe a
little more thought out. “The sky is the ocean “ I believe has a wider range of
musical influences , but still remaining very heavy. Hopefully far more
interesting.
6. There’s
a sense of both nostalgia and progression in your sound today. How do you
strike the balance between staying true to the roots of Friday Dies while also
embracing modern elements?
Things
don’t change much, everytime we think something is new we find out it has been
around before. Honesty, integrity, the idea that I’m a real person connecting
to real people through my music. That’s what Friday Dies is and has always been
about, opening a door to worlds of possibilities.
7. Many
metal bands that originated in your era have either disbanded or drastically
changed their sound. What drives Friday Dies to remain so dedicated to the core
elements of metal, especially when trends in the genre have shifted?
Trends
shift sort of, music hasn’t changed as far back as recorded history, a good
melody , a catchy riff. These things always remain , Friday Dies at its core
has always been the underdog that should not be but still is here. We’re not going
anywhere because we are authentic,
8. The
songs "Keep on Smoking It" and "Bullshit Artist" have
unique, provocative titles. Can you give us some insight into the stories or
themes behind these tracks?
“Keep on Smoking it” is an anthem for those that smoke weed even though it’s illegal, it’s not so illegal now but it was back then. It’s a rebellion song for the young and wild at heart. I personally don’t smoke weed but I get there struggle.
“Bullshit
artist” is a tribute to those at the bottom who are tired of those at the top
taking more than there share at the expense of those at the bottom. There tired
of being lied to too and aren’t taking there bullshit anymore.
9. Metal
has always had a strong underground movement, but it’s also crossed into the
mainstream in recent years. Where do you see Friday Dies in today’s metal
landscape, and what’s your approach to engaging with both older fans and a new
generation of metalheads?
I find it
so interesting that so many of today’s younger metalheads look for older music
to listen too, I think a lot of these older bands are just as relevant today as
they were then, I think Friday Dies wiil find it’s place in the underground
scene as it has always done, we play and someone will listen , authenticity
seems to be the most important thing.
10. You’ve
described Friday Dies as more than just a band—it’s a movement. What message or
philosophy do you hope to impart through your music in this new era?
We have
been lied to since birth, think , think , think. If it doesn’t make sense and
you can’t prove it , search for yourself and find the truth. This world is ours
to explore and discover, it’s not a cage.
11. As
you look toward the future, what are some goals or milestones you hope to
achieve with Friday Dies in the coming years? Are there any plans for a
full-length album, tours, or collaborations?
Friday Dies
new album “The Sky is the Ocean” is almost done and ready to be mixed, should
be out by December 2024. After that a tour would be the goal
12. Finally,
for those just discovering Friday Dies, what do you want them to take away from
your music? And for the die-hard fans who’ve followed you from the start, what
message do you have for them as the band rises again?
For those
discovering us , ty for checking us out and for those that have been around ty
for returning. We will not wait so long
to put out new music again.
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