Initially, The Creatures was a side project for Siouxsie and the Banshees members Siouxsie Sioux and Budgie. But when that the Banshees have called it a day, The Creatures became the duo’s primary musical venture. By forming their own label, Sioux Records, the group strived to do everything on their own terms, avoiding any kind … Read more
A 1999 interview with Blackie Lawless of W.A.S.P. How has W.A.S.P. benefited from the internet? “Well, that’s something that I’m enthusiastic about. Because what I like is the idea of being able to, as i refer to it, network people together. It gives you a better sense in trying to keep your finger on the … Read more
An interview with Anne Dudley and Paul Morley of The Art Of Noise, conducted when they were releasing “The Seduction of Claude Debussy” in 1999. It’s been a long time since The Art Of Noise put out an album. Why release a new one now? Anne: “I think the power of an idea. There’s nothing … Read more
Since the early 80’s, Britain’s Attrition have been at the forefront of dark, often ethereal electronic music. Their current album, “The Jeopardy Maze,” truly represents the band in top form, combining electronic beats, orchestral elements and haunting vocals. The following is an email interview with the group’s leader, Martin Bowes. How big of an impact … Read more
An interview with Katherine Blake How did your shows on this year’s Lilith Fair tour go? Katherine : “They were fabulous. The reaction was awesome. It was really in our favor that we’re so different from all the other acts. We were selling more CDs than anyone’s ever sold on Lilith Fair. It was just … Read more
The following is an interview with Luke Vibert, aka Plug. Having released material under the names Wagon Christ and Luke Vibert, he became the first drum ’n’ bass act on Trent Reznor’s Nothing Records. The first Plug album, Drum and Bass for Papa, was released in America as a double CD including the three previous … Read more
The following interview with Moby was conducted in 1999, around the time of his “Play” album. What effects have advances in musical technology had on your music? “It’s hard for me to say, because I’m not very good at looking at myself objectively. I don’t really know. From my perspective, I make music the same … Read more
On his latest release as Ultraviolence, Psycho Drama, Johnny Violent injects new life into the concept album. Released on Earache Records, the album unfolds as a “techno opera,” telling the story of a character named Jessica who is pursued by a hitman. Built from original spoken and sung performances rather than film samples, the album … Read more
“Our biggest goal was like, ‘Let’s make a record and take our time and put a band together, release it on white label vinyl and take over Toronto!’” says Esthero, vocalist for the band of the same name. But things didn’t quite work out the way she imagined. After finishing only six songs, Esthero and … Read more
The name James Ray may not be well known in this country, but his music will undoubtably apeal to fans of gothic and industrial music. Up until now, Ray’s music has been available only on import, but now Fifth Colvum has released as “Best Of” collection tht brings together music from 2 of the singer/musician’s … Read more