Interview Twisted Rose

Twisted Rose, a dynamic rock band formed in 2018, discusses their journey, influences, and global success. From diverse songwriting to wrestling connections, they share insights into their music and the unique experiences that shape their identity.

1. How did the band Twisted Rose come together, and what inspired the choice of classic rock as their main genre?
Around 2018 I, Chris Bones, created an ad in which I was looking for people who just wanted to make music. Over time, the line-up has changed from time to time, but there has never been a standstill.
I wouldn't say that we have only dedicated ourselves to classic rock. We have already proven our versatility in various songs and our new album, which will be released in 2024, will prove this again.

2. Can you share some insights into the creative process behind Twisted Rose's own compositions?
This is very straightforward with us. I come up with the song ideas and work out and record the instrumentals. As soon as a demo is ready, I send it to our singer Caro. She then takes over the vocal melody and lyrics. When we come up with new song ideas, we always discuss what each individual can imagine the song to be or what kind of story the song could tell. We generally don't stop at any topic: often it's just about having fun and partying, but we also include socially critical topics in our songs.
3. The band has achieved notable success internationally, including chart positions in Mexico and Spain. How do you feel about the global reception of your music?
Of course it makes you proud when the music you've created is heard and maybe even becomes a bit successful. For us, it's actually about reaching as many people as possible with our music. We live and love making music, and we see everything else that comes on top of that as a luxury and are very grateful for it.
4. Could you tell us more about the background and experiences of each band member, especially guitarist Chris Bones, who was once a pro-wrestler and manages a funeral home?
Chris Bones has always been accompanied by music and it has given him stability (e.g. during his brother's early drug-related death, the alcohol-related death of his father, etc.). His career as a pro-wrestler ran from 2007 - 2014, during which time he toured Europe quite a bit and had the opportunity to meet many big names in wrestling. He founded his funeral home in 2001, where he is confronted with new, sometimes psychologically very stressful situations every day. Songwriting and the band Twisted Rose are a very good balance here. He would love to be able to make a living from music, but that is very difficult to achieve these days (but he is working on it together with Twisted Rose). Chris Bones started playing guitar very late in life. Our singer Caro has already gained a lot of experience in various cover bands. Her unique voice and performance at live gigs have become a trademark of Twisted Rose. Our drummer Luggy (the youngest in Twisted Rose) has been a passionate drummer since childhood. Give him something to eat and a drum kit and he's happy :D

5. How has Chris Bones' work in the funeral home influenced the band's lyric-writing process, and do you find inspiration from unconventional sources?
Surprisingly, very few of the inspirations for our songs come from the area or influence of Chris Bones' funeral home :D Many of our songs are about exactly the opposite. Enjoy life, celebrate, have a good time with friends. Some influences for our songs also come from current events such as the war in Ukraine (Song: World Is Burning). In some songs we also process private experiences or strokes of fate (Crossing The Line, NOW).
6. Twisted Rose has performed at wrestling events, specifically "Extreme." How did the band's hard rock sound resonate with fans of this tough sport?
We were very nervous before appearing at the “Extreme” wrestling event. Sold out hall, very heated atmosphere and then us :D But we arrived there extremely well and had the audience in our pockets after the first song. That was a really cool gig.
7. What can you tell us about the band's connection to wrestling, and how has it shaped the band's identity or stage presence?
The connection to wrestling came through Chris Bones, who was a pro wrestler and also a promoter. So the appearance was almost a logical step. Actually, only the character Chris Bones was influenced by wrestling. His stage outfit, his make-up, his way of conducting interviews... all of these things benefited Chris Bones from his time in wrestling.
8. Being the opener for the well-known band "GraveDigger," how was that experience, and what impact did it have on Twisted Rose's career?
When we were asked if we would like to be the opener for GraveDigger, it was totally crazy. This was our first highly professional gig and we were extremely nervous. We stood on a huge stage for the first time and were able to enjoy “stage hands”, a real backstage area and everything that goes with it. The show went really well for us and helped get the Twisted Rose name out there.

9. How has the hometown of Giebelstadt influenced the band's music, and what role does the recording studio there play in shaping your sound?
In the end, our home base in Giebelstadt has a lot of influence on our creativity. We are very lucky that we have our own studio and a large rehearsal room in a commercial area there. That means: we can make music 24/7 whenever we want and that gives you the freedom to work freely.
10. As a band under contract with the label 7us / 7hard since 2020, what benefits and challenges have you encountered in the music industry?
Of course, working with a label like 7hard makes it easier to get "better" gigs, or you have the chance to get your music to a larger audience more quickly with the help of the label, but the work remains the same. With 7hard we have a really good label on our side that supports us a lot and is always at our side.
11. The energetic shows of Twisted Rose are known for making fans sweat and rock chicks escalate. Can you share some memorable moments or experiences from your live performances?
In the local area, the audience is usually very surprised to see a show like this. Apart from the way we act and present ourselves on stage (a lot of movement, a lot of action and also interaction with the audience), we use a lot of effects (confetti cannons, pyrotechnics and tons of equipment). Many people simply no longer make this effort. We believe that the audience deserves a "big show" and we work our asses off for it and also have the time of our lives. Many people think we're crazy because of this, but that's exactly what makes "The Eye Listens"
12. How do you balance paying homage to the classic rock sound of idols like AC/DC and Guns N' Roses while incorporating a modern twist into your music?
This is a difficult question that cannot be answered so easily. Of course the two bands mentioned are our absolute idols, but we don't copy them. We don't want that at all. We try to incorporate individual influences into our songs, but the bottom line is that the songs are Twisted Rose. If, which happens every now and then, someone says: "That sounds a bit like AC/DC", then that's a big compliment for us.
13. The band has been described as "The new KISS" by a US music magazine and as the "future of straight rock music" by the German magazine "Musix." How do these comparisons make you feel, and do they influence your approach to music?
Pure fear :D :D no seriously. These are two huge compliments that make us very happy, as they honor our work and encourage us in what we do. These two statements don't put any pressure on us because we concentrate on what we love and enjoy doing and that's rock n roll.

14. Can you provide some insights into the themes and messages that Twisted Rose explores in their lyrics?
I think it's better if we talk about the "more serious songs" :D As already said. Our songs are often about the beautiful things in life, partying and having fun. But we also have songs that deal with very serious topics. World Is Burning is about all the bad things in this world: war, pollution, as examples. The song was written (coincidentally) right at the start of the war in Ukraine. The song Crossing The Line is about looking back at an ended relationship and not realizing until too late that you had crossed a certain line and still wishing your ex-partner all the best. The song Wanted, for example, is about an oppressed woman (this woman stands for all people who experience a form of oppression) who finally finds the courage to defend herself. Especially in the songs with serious topics, a lot of our own experiences flow into them.
15. What are the future plans and goals for Twisted Rose, and how do you envision the band's evolution in the coming years?
We are currently back in the studio and recording the next album, which will be released in 2024. Here, at least we think, people will notice our musical development. It will be even rockier and more musically demanding. There are a few gigs coming up in the near future. Sometimes a few festival appearances and a short tour through Spain and Portugal (wherever you want us to play...we're coming!). We then have to make a selection of songs for the new album, for which we will then shoot the appropriate music videos. Overall, this will be a very exciting year for us. Our wish for the future is that we can continue to make music and continue to be so well received by people, because without the people out there who think Twisted Rose is cool, we would be nothing.

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