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| L-R: Martin Pelland, Valerie Jodoin-Keaton, George Donoso III, Natalia Yanchak, Patrick Krief, Murray Lightburn |
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george donoso III - drummer - the dears
Bluesy/Rock band 'The Dears' have just returned to their hometown of Montreal, after their European Tour. Madam Music managed to catch a quick interview with drummer George, before their concert.
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This is how it went:-
Your latest album 'Gang of Losers' is quite dark in some ways, a sense of isolation - What was the inspiration behind the album?
"Its actually lighter than our previous albums, and its really just a expression and release. You have to listen to the music too, not just the lyrics".
Is there one track, which has a great story behind it?
"We prefer listeners to make their own interpretation and let it have its own meaning to them".
You’ve been touring for a few months - What has been the highlight of your tour so far?
"Rome definately - Musicially it was a great show.. but I had a day off and was wowed by the city".
Have you noticed any great difference between playing here and in the Europe?
"It's different in every city, but the British were always hyped more than the rest of the crowds"
To celebrate being back in your hometown, can Montrealers expect something special from you at your concert tonight?
"Yeah for sure, we always do something special at home. There'll be tracks from all our albums and some new ones. There'll also be a bit of a lightshow."
What advice would you give Montreal bands wanting to break the music industry?
"Get out of the city!! Work hard and travel and tour in other cities and abroad".
What are your top tips for visitors wanting to take in the Montreal Music Scene?
"Find the dodgiest bar on a Thursday night and meet some of the locals"
Any suggestions for Montreal bands I should go and see?"'Dutchess Says', 'Patrick Watson', 'The High Dials' and 'The Besnard Lakes'"
Your track "Whites Only Party" has been nominated for the CBC Radio 3 Bucky Award for “The Catchiest Beat”. What does this mean to you?
"Really wow, I didn't know, that's great, because we were never described as a 'Beatsy Band'."
When do you know you’ve had a satisfying day?
"When I can lie down and be asleep in 2 seconds".
Find out what's playing on Georges IPOD
Check out The Dears Tour Schedule - The Show Rocks!!
Watch the 'You and I are a Gang of Losers Video'
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