Nemesis3 Interview

Nemesis3 Interview:
By C.W. Ross

Nemesis3- The band's press material describes their music as- "A unique, modern sound with diverse influences and real vocals unlike any rock band. The solid hooks and full sound are nothing like a typical 3 piece! The rhythms, melodies and lyrics will grab you instantly! With every tight and high energy performance, live shows are where N3 prove themselves."

Nemesis3- http://www.myspace.com/nemesis3

Lineup:

Marc Wasmund (lead vocals, guitar)
Dann Singer (drums, backing vocals)
Graig Lindgren (bass, backing vocals)


Nemesis3 Interview:


1. How did the band get started? And how did you come up with your name?


Marc Wasmund: Pretty typical scenario actually...I found a flyer in a music store saying 'new local rock band looking for lead singer'. I called the number and we got together to see what happens. Everything went well for a while but the common changes began; new guitar player, then a new bass player, then a new drummer. Soon I became the only guitar player, as well as lead singer, and we added another new bass player. Within a few years I was the only original member from the group whose flyer I answered in the first place. The members we had at that point are the current members today.

The way we came up with the name was very random. We wanted something powerful, catchy and one that makes you think a little. But no one had any ideas that stuck. We decided to look through the dictionary and pick out random words. About an hour later, we stopped on the words beginning with the letter 'N' (you can see where this is going). When we made it through to the word Nemesis...we all looked at each other and said: ?That's not bad, it could work?. We read through all of the definitions. The first, second and fourth definitions were kind of 'blah' and didn't really do anything for us. Then we read the 3rd definition; "An undefeatable enemy or foe; an indestructible opponent". Since we all agreed the 3rd definition of the word was the coolest and best sounding, Nemesis3 was born. Having started as a four-piece band, the number 3 has nothing to do with the amount of people in the band. It just happens to work out that way with our current lineup.


2. Your press material mentions that your band is not the typical 3 piece rock band. What makes you different?


MW: In the past, most 3 piece rock bands were known for playing straight punk music and/or just 3 chord 'burner' songs with no real musical depth. It always seems difficult to get a full sound out of a 'typical' 3 piece. Unless you liked the band Rush, who threw in some keyboards as well, nothing really stood out. What we've incorporated into our music (completely by accident) is more diverse song writing. We use stronger, more melodic vocals including backup vocals and the occasional 'guttural' tones for the more aggressive sections of songs. Lyrically we try to focus on topics that many people can relate to in their own way, while adding powerful guitar and vocal hooks to keep the music interesting. Our rhythm section is always tight and driving so you can feel the music as well as listen to it. Also, everyone carries their own weight when writing music in this band. It's not just one person doing all the work.

Graig Lindgren: We hear from people all the time after our shows that they can't believe we're a 3 piece. Our blend of great guitar work, melodic bass playing, and colorful drumming mixed with well-thought-out arrangements makes us stand out from the crowd.

Dann Singer: We don?t go out our way to be different or "non-typical", we just are what we are.

MW: True dat!


3. What do you want people to be saying while leaving after attending one of your band's shows?


MW: First I hope they say "wow", then I hope they say "Where can I get a CD?", and finally "When's you're next show?". On occasion we'll hear "What the heck are you still doing here?"

GL: I agree.

DS: We just want to get to the next level. We love the great feedback we get but we know this is a war not a battle. One show does not make or break a band.


4. What bands would you like to have the chance to open for?


MW: LIVE, Tool, 10 Years, Breaking Benjamin...

GL: Chevelle, Seether, Led Zeppelin (laughing)...

Dann: Tool, Sponge Bob (LOL)!


5.What music do you have out there for purchase? And where can people buy it at?


Our debut, 12 track, album "Scream as Needed" released on a very small indie label. You can buy it at Border's Books & Music, CD Warehouse, all the download and mp3 sites, our myspace and, of course, our live shows.


6.How are things going with the band's new release? And when will it be released?


MW: We have around 14 unrecorded and newly written songs ready to record. We hope to start recording them this spring. With the help of our new management company, we plan to shop our music to all the labels very soon.


7. Do you have any tours planned in support of it?


MW: We play shows all the time anyway.....but again, with the help of our management, we're starting to expand our gigs and fan base with better booking outside of our home area. Full touring would be amazing but if it can't pay for our regular bills at home, we really can't leave our 9-5's.

GL: We'd love to though. We talk about it constantly.



Short Fun Type Questions:


1. Favorite Food?


MW: Sea food

GL: Filet Mignon (medium rare)

DS: Anything Taco Bell.


2. Dog or Cat Person?


MW: Dog even though I have 2 cats (ugh)

GL: Dog (I have 4 - not mutts, they're hybrids...Jazz, Macy, Oreo and Onyx)!

DS: Neither.


3. Surfing or Skiing?


MW: Skiing (snowboarding, snowmobiles)

GL: Water skiing.

DS: Surfing.


4. Vinyl or CDs?


MW: Some of both, I don't buy too much music unless I reaaaaaaalllllly like the artist.

DS: CD's.

GL: Vinyl? Really? How about ipod?


5. Global Warming Yes or No?


MW: Yes...we're all going to die (LOL)

GL: Read "State of fear" by Michael Crichton, it may change your mind.

DS: Seems cold this winter, no?


6. Sport's Car or Motorcycle?


GL: Both!

DS: Sports car.

MW: Motorcycle for now.....both when our next album goes platinum (LOL again)