Published: August 17, 2009 1:06 AM EST
By: Isaac Davis Jr., MBA (Juniorscave.com)
New Music Spotlight August 2009 Edition
Mindwalk Blvd
Mindwalk Blvd
Jordan Ferreira, Tyler Hudson, and Mike Avakian make up the band members to the group Mindwalk Blvd. The band formed back in the summer of 2006 and has been making music together ever since. Although each member is very young in age, the come to the music industry with a ton of experience and passion that comes out when you listening to their music. Great tracks like "What Do You Say" and Beside Me" showcase Jordan's commanding strong vocals and electrifying guitar skills, Tyler's insane drumming abilities, and Mike's awesome technique with Bass. If you are looking for music that pours with heart and passion, then Mindwalk Blvd is the perfect choice. Check them out for yourself. In the meantime, read this great spotlight with the band.
Band Members:
Jordan Ferreira: Guitar/Lead Vocals
Tyler Hudson: Drums/Percussion, Vocals
Mike Avakian: Bass/Keys/Vocals
Isaac: What has been the best part of 2009 for you musically so far?
Mindwalk Blvd: Buying Dream Theater's Black Clouds and Silver Linings and the Mars Volta's Ochtaedron.
Isaac: What do you feel has been the biggest accomplishment for 2009 so far?
Mindwalk Blvd: Getting signed with Pick the Band and doing some cool stuff like recording with Hollywood Producer Mudrock.
Isaac: Describe the music scene in your area.
Mindwalk Blvd: The music scene around here is more hardcore than anything.
Isaac: What has been the best venue to perform at and why?
Mindwalk Blvd: The Regent Theater in Arlington MA because it was a big stage and we had a back stage dressing room.
Isaac: Elaborate a little about whom were your biggest influences in the music industry and why?
Mindwalk Blvd: Mew, Mike Patton, Thomas Pridgton, Omar Rodriquesz Lopez, Guthrie Govan, Neil Peart, Mike Portnoy, Mike Mangini, Bjork, Fair to Midland, Mars Volta, Protest the Hero, and John Travolta.
Isaac: Let's talk about what you feel you will bring to the music industry?
Mindwalk Blvd: I think we'll bring music but we're not sure.
Isaac: If you had an opportunity to work with one artist or group, who would it be and why?
Mindwalk Blvd: We would like to be on the Progressive Nation Tour with Dream Theater.
Isaac: How would you describe your music to others?
Mindwalk Blvd: It's like you're fixing a sink but you weren't asked to fix it.
Isaac: What type of feedback have you received from fans about your music?
Isaac: What can fans expect from you in the next five years?
Mindwalk Blvd: We don't even know what to expect in 5 years.
Isaac: Time for some shout outs to your family, friends, and fans…
Mindwalk Blvd: Thank you to all our family, friends and fans!! A big pat on the ass to Gollum for hiding the one and only ring. Rauole, John Stamos, Sinister Squirts, Jelly Jamal for everything, and last but certainly not least Squirt Reynolds. We love you all. Oh yeah and WFNX for not letting us play at the Orpheum.
