Published: March 04, 2009 8:39 PM EST
By: Isaac Davis Jr., MBA (Juniorscave.com)
New Music Spotlight March 2009 Edition
Fugitive Souls
Fugitive Souls
The brilliant concept behind the musical group Fugitive Souls is something that will amaze fans when they hear the band sing. With their feel good lyrics and melodious tunes, Fugitive Soul has the "it" factor that certainly make them the band not to be missed. In this recent interview, band member Mark Allen completed a Q&A with our Webzine. This is what developed.
Isaac: What do you feel was Fugitive Souls' biggest accomplishment for 2008?
Fugitive Souls: I think the biggest accomplishment was writing and recording an entire EP worth of music, the outcome of which was the "Strangers" EP. All the songs were basically written in the spring and summer, and by fall we were in the studio tracking drums up in Boston. It all came together quickly in hindsight.
Isaac: What has drawn you to each other musically?
Fugitive Souls: There are a bunch of bands that we all like. Some of those bands include Guns n Roses, Metallica, Radiohead, Aerosmith, U2, Joy Division, Muse, and Smashing Pumpkins. Not all of these bands would be considered similar to the Fugitive Souls sound, but they are all influences one way or another.
Isaac: Elaborate a little about whom were your biggest influences in the music industry and why?
Fugitive Souls: I've always been inspired by artists like David Bowie, Lou Reed, and Thom Yorke who have worn so many different artistic hats over the years. They are all chameleons in their own right, and always know how to stay ahead of the curve. Any band or artist who is not afraid to take a leap forward and make dynamic changes in their music is inspiring to me.
Isaac: Let's talk about what you feel Fugitive Souls will bring to the music industry?
Fugitive Souls: We bring the noise.
Isaac: If you had an opportunity to work with one artist or group, who would it be and why?
Fugitive Souls: It would be David Bowie. He brings a certain amount of magic to any project or song he works on. He is a skilled songwriter and performer with an amazing ear. Working with him would be surreal.
Isaac: How would you describe your music to others?
Fugitive Souls: Rock n roll with an electronic element. The lyrical content tends to be dark, nostalgic, and even angry at times.
Isaac: What is your definition for Rock music?
Fugitive Souls: "Rock music" seems to be an extremely loose way of describing modern music these days. But I think that looseness is good because I'm not a big fan of narrowing the scope of any one particular song or work of art. I'd rather let people hear the music and let people decide what they want it to be defined as.
Isaac: What type of feedback have you received from your previous releases?
Fugitive Souls: This is our band's first release so we are very eager to hear feedback from people.
Isaac: What can fans expect from your latest CD, you are working on currently? What is the inspiration behind the CD?
Fugitive Souls: I think fans can expect this EP to take them on a journey through a wide spectrum of sounds and emotions. There are elements of internal and external struggle in all of the songs. They definitely convey feelings very personal to me. There are a few tracks that are more upbeat and dancey, and others that are more relaxed and atmospheric.
Isaac: Where can fans locate you at online?
Fugitive Souls: Right now we're on sites like Myspace, Virb, and Podsafe Music Network. We hope to get an official site up soon. All the songs will be sold digitally on Tunecore, iTunes, and Amazon within the next few weeks or so.
Isaac: What can fans expect from Fugitive Souls in 2009?
Fugitive Souls: We're hoping to being gigging in early spring to promote the new EP, plus some other new songs we've been messing around with lately in the studio. We will definitely do some DIY touring and promo throughout the year as well.
Isaac: Time for some shout outs to your family, friends, and fans?
Fugitive Souls: Hi Mom!
Isaac: Final words from Fugitive Souls…
Fugitive Souls: Keep supporting the independent music scene by going to shows and buying music so struggling bands can survive and make an honest living. Thanks to all our friends and fans out there.
