1) What’s the name of your band? What’s the origin of that name? Have you changed the band’s name before?
Slaying of the Beast. The origin may imply that its a religous thing, but it is focused on the rage that turns a person a beast on the inside. As we are our worst enemy. Yes we changed names, we used to be The Soviet Dragon.
2) When did you form your band? What inspired you to make music together?
We all loved music, and a specific genre... I guess it was just meant to be.
3) (If in a Band) How long have you all known each other? How did you meet?
I've known these cats all my life. I live for today is why though.
4) How has your music evolved since you first began playing music together?
Much better written, vocals make since now.
5) Would you attribute mental issues or drug usage as factors in inspiring your music?
anti-social and outcast mental issues i would say.
6) Could you briefly describe the music-making process? (Does it start on a napkin? Etc…)
Its first a video in my head, I am for Irony like in our song "Abandoned" which implies that you are all alone, but in fact you have fallen victim to the "beast" inside and have killed everyone, meaning you are only alone becuase of your own actions.
7) Are you a cover band or strictly compose original music?
original. We'll take a song and make it ours, but I would never butcher a song.
What are your songs about? (What specific themes do they cover?)
Irony, War, Mental instability, The fight to become a better person.
9) What genre of music do you consider your work to be? Who are your major influences?
My personal influence or the band?
Personally, Cliff Burton by far, as a bad, Children of Bodom (early work)
10) Do you currently have a website with your bands promotional info? Web address?
Got a myspace...
www.myspace.com/slayingofthebeast56
11) Who writes your songs? What are the main themes or topics for most of your songs? Do you think these topics will change over time?
I have written most of our songs. As for the theme or topics, they will only briefly change, Irony is a major part of our songs.
12) What are your immediate music career goals? (Next 1 to 3 years.)
We're recording a demo in the fall of 5 tracks. Ill be sure to post some tracks here.
13) Do you have a back stage story you would like to share?
I have a in front of stage story. I got shanked in the back, left a disfiguring scar, the guy was wearing our old band's shirt and I never found him to turn him in.
14) Do you perform locally, regionally or further. Please elaborate…
regionally as of now. Northwest region.
15) What kind of people do you meet in your business?
Smart people, exploiters, druggies, fans, fun people, everyone pretty much.
16) Are groupies a problem? Stories you would like to share on this?
I dont see how fans would be a problem. Our fans arent "maggots" I treat them with respect, and I expect you to do it as well.
17) How can fans-to-be gain access to your music? Do you have a website with sample songs or a demo CD?
the myspace page.
18) What advice do you have for people who want to form their own bands?
Its a long hard road, you'll change your line up a lot. And it's all expensive.
19) What has been your biggest challenge as a band? Have you been able to overcome that challenge? If so, how?
Im military, so being 3K miles away never helps.
20) How would you describe your fan base?
Our fans are our friends. No matter if I've seen them or not, if I know them or if I ever will. fans are the life blood of us, we will honor them like they do us, and even provide free fan shows periodically.
21) What can you tell me about your instruments? (i.e., Are you subject to brand loyalty or will you play with whatever’s available? What made you choose the instruments you have now? Was it cost or was it a style/model/brand/color preference?
I only play Ibanez. Brand loyalty is a subject I subscribe to. I like Ibanez becuase of the fast running thin necks, balance, tone, and playability. I only use horizon cables, becuase I have never had a better cable product, only way I can descibe this to other musicains is like this: My patchcord is 3 years old, SPLIT CHANNELED, and been used in every practice and show I've had. It is still 100% buzz free. I perfer Peavey PA systems for my vocals, but I wouldnt consider myself a professional vocalist.
22) Which songs do you perform most frequently? Do you ever play any covers? Do you have a set play list?
Abandoned, House of Pain, No More Shadows, Wild Ride, and an altenate.
23) Have you recorded any previous CDs or posted any audio files on the Internet?
Not and SOTB songs
24) What’s your ultimate direction for your band? Are you seeking fame and fortune?
Yes I am, but not for selfish reasons, to please who matters most, our fans.
