All the guys in the group apart from Li were originally from a band called Slavestate, we had picked up a good following but were becoming frustrated and wanted to move in a new direction. That was when we stumbled across Li who was playing in a band named Aeon at the time. We approached Li and Myself, Mark and Tewkes started a side project. We soon realised that this was the way forward and decided to bring Li in ending Slavestae and paving the way for a more exciting, and fresher band……
Balance of Silence!
“Balance of Silence”… That’s an enigmatic band
name…
It is yes. Li came up with the name about a year ago, and we loved
it from the moment we heard it. It’s a form of meditation. When your mind
is clear and your concentration absolute. For me Balance of Silence is about
having a clear mind and achieving the highest possible standard. So as you see
this name isn’t only a name, it means something to us.
All member of balance of Silence came from very different previous
bands… So what did give all of you the envie to play together in Balance
of Silence ?
Well as mentioned below we’re all originally from a the same
band apart from Li. We started to write in a style that needed a far more versatile
vocalist. The hunger to play is absolute. I’ve never felt so focussed
on a music project in my life and I know the other guys feel the same.
How would you describe your music ?
Its hard to put an exact label on our music, mainly because we hit
so many different styles in our tracks. We have anything from acoustic through
to technical speed riffage! From good heavy groove style riffing through to
intricate guitar soloing. We all believe t
Playing a such complex and varied musical style surely represents a
long and hard work in order to execute each part perfectly. How do you work
all together? What member of the band will bring the basis of a new song ?
Our tracks are composed and written as a band, all of us have input
and we wouldn’t have it any way. Li in particular has proven a big improvement.
Previously the band would write and compose the music solely and then the vocalist
would put his lyrics down. However
Li has a much more hands on approach and we are far more critical of what we
write as we have sworn never to throw tracks together.
Tewks and Andy do a cracking job in producing riffs, I’m sure other bands
will agree that coming up with a good riff takes a long long time, and they
do a great job. Also previously our previous vocalist used to bass too, but
he was replaced with Mark who is constantly coming up with amazing bass riffs..
he too has really helped the band to move forward !
Which topics do your new texts deal with ? Where do you take inspiration
from (litterature, dreams, personnel thoughts, everyday life…) ?
Li writes all the lyrics, he concentrates on elements of life, and
normal every day things that people can relate too. Although his lyrics are
serious I do feel that they are very positive, he may point out a particular
situation that could drag you down but his lyrics will always tell you to fight
on, and never to give up! I like the fact that he steps away from the much used
self harm lyrics, and all the depression that seems to motivate bands nowadays.
You recently won the Metal Battle 2004, first, what
This was a major boost for us, winning the competition not only upped peoples awareness of the band but it also gave us extra confidence. The Battle itself consisted of some very very good bands, including Niota Featuring Conan Dianno (paul dianno ex-iron maiden vocalists son). There were some very good bands on the day and it was great to walk away with the prize of free recording time! I would also like to note that our Guitarist Tewkes also won Best Guitarist in the midlands Battle!
Will a first album be out soon ?
Well we are about to record a few more tracks very shortly so the fans
will get a taste of what we have been writing recently. I have to say that I’m
very very!! Happy with whats been written since and I’m sure the fans
will be happy with our new stuff. To be honest rather than finance a full album
I think its just as important to concentrate on the other elements too. Such
as Tshirts, Website, Management and advertising.
Will French meatheads get the chance to see you on stages soon ?
Well hopefully we should be over very soon. Our management, HIM MEDIA,
is currently promoting us and have been doing a brilliant job! Our guy Charles
Provost is looking at all avenues and I’m certain we’ll be over
in Farnce, so not too long for the French Public!!
Thanks for your precious time, last words are yours.
Just that everyone stays true to the music they like! I listen to various
sorts of rock/metal and I think it’s always important to keep an open
mind. If you like the bands you’re hearing, support them as best possible.
If anyone likes our stuff or wants to ask any type of question send us an email
at [email protected] we’ll be more than happy to hear from
you!
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