An interview with Guitarist, Joel Schnei
How the
We are doing great! Currently we are enjoying lunch at a small Mexican diner in the Capitol Hill neighbourhood of
Debut Album un
Hah. Our album just came out a few months ago so we are still new to everything coming our way with this project. Definitely taking baby steps and hoping for the best.
There are going to be obvious comparisons ma
Well......We feel most of these comparisons come from the fact that we are a "duo" that plays blues driven rock. We are huge fans of both bands, but never really had either in mind as an influence when we started. We have a little more of a heavier influence to our music that I think sets us apart. It might have something to do with the city we grew up in. That being said, we really just try and play music that feels good to us and most importantly is fun to play. If that ends up sounding somewhat sonically similar to another band, then that just happens.
How did you both come to choose music as a career and where there other options seriously consi
So far it’s not really a paying career for either of us, although it's a goal of ours that it one day will be. Currently we both work bartending gigs when we can. Both Ethan and I have played some form of music for the majority of our lives and this is something we love doing above anything else. I think music keeps us both sane.
Can we expect you this si
Hopefully! I believe there might be something in the works right now that might get us over to the
What attracted you to the Sarathan label and how important do you think it is to have a label rather than go it alone?
The biggest thing that attracted us to Sarathan was their excitement and enthusiasm about really working with us. It’s been nice since they have been right with us each step of the way. Most of this is still a learning experience for Ethan and I, so it has been great having that kind of attention and commitment. Having a label has really helped us start to expand our audience outsi
Have your home towns influenced your music?
Absolutely, music is a huge part of
What is your preference, The Concert Hall, Festival Stage or the Studio?
Festival stage hands down. There is something about the outdoors that gives you a sense of freedom while playing. You’re also more prone to mingling with other musicians and fans. Festivals are just more of a party.....and we might like to enjoy a party once and a while.
Any particular bands, artists or producers you would particularly like to work with in the years ahead?
hmmmm.... Prince!
If you were given the choice of one album from your parent's record collection, what would it be?
Music was not a huge part of our families growing up. I had very conservative parents and Ethan’s father is