Band:
Strike Avenue
Formed In:
2008
Origin:
Italy
Genre:
Deathcore/Metalcore
Members:
Phil - Vocals
John Hunter - Guitars
Alex - Bass
R.o.x. - Drums
Q: What was the reason for using the band name "Strike Avenue"?
A: There is no particular reason. Isa bit like saying that we are a strike that comes from the road, that is very direct.
Q: How many shows have you played, and which one has been your favorite thus far?
A: We played at least 30 gigs. Our favorite it's definitely the show along with the Sadist (the most important death/progressive metal band from Italy). We stopped for a period, and then we suspended the show. But now we have taken over the business and we live in the great.
Q: What lyrical theme do you guys use in your music? What message do you want to send?
A: Our lyrics are inspired mainly about movies. We do not want to send any message, if not the music that will be more violent and brutal.
Q: What song do you enjoy playing live the most?
A: All the songs are fun to be played. Predators is probably our most successful piece.
Q: What artists have influenced your band and its music?
A: Meshuggah, Lamb of God, The Acacia Strain, Dream Theater, Molotov Solution, Whitechapel, Cannibal Corpse. Deathcore and metalcore are kinds of music mostly made influential.
Q: If a fan wants to get a tattoo with one line from your lyrics, which line should he/she take?
A: "NO PAIN. NO FEAR. NO REMEROSE. ELITE SQUAD."
Q: If you would have the possibily to open one big festival, what festival would it be?
A: Certainly "Gods Of Metal" and "Ozzfest".
Q: What is the main source of inspiration when writting new music?
A: Ourselves, and the total freedom in the composition phase.
Q: What are your plans for this year exactly?
A: Composition, recording and promotion of the single and of the new album that will be released in 2013.
Q: Do you have any shout outs to give the readers?
A: Follow us on our facebook page and stay tuned because the new material will be really heavy. STAY BRUTAL!
Site:
www.facebook.com/pages/Strike-Avenue/47596942830
BRUTAL!
