PART 1 - "THE INTERVIEW"
What was your first musical memory and what pushed you towards pursuing a career in the record industry?
"First musical memory, I
have a really bad memory by the way, but the first thing I can clearly remember is my
mum singing in my gran's house. It was a Patsy Cline song possibly 'I Fall To
Pieces'. What pushed me towards a music career was when I went to see my favourite
artist play live, Brandi Carlile. She was supporting Newton Faulkner. She was
on stage with her band and she was this massive ball of energy and musical
genius. She just looked like she was having the best night of her life and I
thought to myself 'I want to do that'. So I went out the next week and
bought myself a cheap guitar and taught myself to play. That was five years ago I
think."
What kind of records were on around the house when you were younger and would you say that these records still have an influence on your music today?
"My mum listened to a lot
of country, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash etc. and I just fell in love
with their voices and the stories that their lyrics told. Celine Dion was also
a big name in our house. I really wanted to be able to hit those big notes like
her. I very quickly came to terms with the fact my voice was in no way capable
of doing that. I think my music is more influenced by the music that I follow
now. The likes of Brandi Carlile, Sara Bareilles, Sia and also a lot of the
people I play alongside at singer/songwriter showcases. I often get little
flashes of something when I'm listening to them."
Had you been involved with any other bands prior to becoming a solo artist as Bex Currie?
"No other bands really. I
did try to form one years ago but I never have the free time to dedicate to it.
It's a shame because I really would love to hear my songs with a much fuller
sound to them."
Why did you choose to become a solo artist instead of forming a band?
"Again, like above it was
just time constraints. I have a very active life with work and different
volunteer projects I'm involved in. Music is always on the back burner. I
really only play and gig for fun now."
How would you describe the sound of Bex Currie?
"I have no idea!
Honestly I get asked that a lot and I have no idea how to answer the question.
My music is just me. I write because its sometimes the only way I can express
myself."
One of your most popular songs is ‘Love Is A Fire’. What is this song about and what influenced this?
"'Love Is A Fire' is one of
my favourite songs. I was in the middle of the best relationship I had ever
been in and my partner at the time told me if I was going to write a song about
us/her then it had to be an upbeat happy song. I spent months working on it
because I wanted to get it just right. It pretty much describes exactly how I
felt about her at the time."
You have stated on your facebook that you are working towards introducing a backing band into your music. Why do you want to make this step?
"I just feel that as an
acoustic act the sound you get on a recording isn't enough sometimes, especially
for songs like 'Love Is A Fire'. When I play it in my head I can hear drums,
electric guitars and strings all going and just bringing the whole tune
together. I just have to find the time to make that work."
Do you have any 'rituals' before going on stage?
"If I'm not driving I'll
have whiskey, neat, or sometimes a Grey Goose. It just settles the nerves a
little for me. Other than that no! I don't do vocal warm ups or anything
although I know I probably should."
Any live dates coming up?
"I'm playing on Saturday
30th November in The Vale which is next to Queen Street Station and also on
Thursday 12th December at Fairfield Folk Club in Govan. That's in conjunction
with Mick Hargan - great promoter and guy to work with. He has lots of patience
and puts a lot of time into helping new acts get on some sort of platform to
perform."
Any new songs in the pipeline?
"I've just roughly
recorded a new song tonight and let it out there for people to hear. It's
called 'Faint Of Heart' and can be found on my soundcloud."
When can fans be expecting the next release?
"I'm hoping that towards
this time next year I'll be able to put an EP out with a few songs recorded
with a full band. That's the ambition anyways."
Who would be your dream collaboration?
"Brandi Carlile. Hands
down easy answer."
Who would be in your dream super group?
"Tough question. Phil
Collins on the drums, Johnny Cash on guitar, I'd throw Brandi Carlile and her
whole band in there too and then I'd probably have all my musical friends
playing some part in it too!"
PART 2 - "THE QUICKFIRE ROUND"
Favourite Beatle?
"Ringo."
Favourite band?
"Couldn't possibly
answer, there are far too many bands emerging to have a favourite."
Favourite new band?
"I'm in love with Haim at
the minute."
Favourite song?
"Elastic Heart by Sia.
It's totally my song of the year."
Favourite album?
"Brandi Carlile - Live At
Benaroya Hall With The Seattle Symphony Orchestra or Sara Bareilles -
Kaleidoscopic Heart."
Vinyl, CD or download?
"Download. As much as I
love buying CD's I just don't have the space to store them. Downloading is
easier and more convenient."
Style icon?
"I really don't have one.
I don't follow fashion trends and I just throw on whatever is clean."
Favourite clothing brand?
"Again I don't have one.
I'll pretty much wear whatever."
Favourite film?
"Miss Congeniality."
Favourite TV show?
"Grey's Anatomy at the
minute."
Who would play you in a film of your life?
"Jennifer Lawrence. That
would be awesome!"
Favourite food?
"Asian - Wagamama's is
one of my favourite places to eat."
Football team?
"Glasgow City ladies
team. Would rather pay to watch them in the pouring rain than go watch a men's
game in the streaming sunlight. No foul play, no diving just pure football
being played by ladies that want to be there."
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