A Popup Interview with Chris Parker

A Popup Interview with Chris Parker
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CK:
Do you feel that "underground" is just a marketing term like anything else?

Chris Parker:
Yes

CK:
Describe your typical stage show performance. Give us a hint into what we might expect to see are your show.

Chris Parker:
My stage presence is what sets me apart. You have to be an entertainer...and know what your audience is there to see. You can expect to find me moving around a lot, involving the crowd, and smiling like it's going out of style.

CK:
If your band could open for a headlining act, who would it be and why?

Chris Parker:
Jack Johnson....very talented songwriter and a great performer.

CK:
How many members in the band write music?

Chris Parker:
Just me....

CK:
Where do you practice as a band and how often?

Chris Parker:
These days I practice any place I can....as much as I can (at least once a day)

CK:
Who are your biggest influences?

Chris Parker:
David Gray Jack Johnson Dave Matthews Counting Crows Matchbox Twenty Bob Dylan Tom Petty

CK:
How long does it take for an average song to go from a musical idea to a recordable song?

Chris Parker:
At least 1 month.

CK:
Tell us about your worst gig and why it was so bad.

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CK:
Are you looking to get a record deal? Why?

Chris Parker:
Yes...promotion and the chance to tour.

CK:
What would you like to change about your city's local music scene?

Chris Parker:
The number of Shitty bands

CK:
How did you/all learn to play, self or school?

Chris Parker:
Self taught

CK:
What are your plans for the future with your band?

Chris Parker:
Play forever because it makes me happy

CK:
How big of an impact do you think the underground, indie scene has on the current pop culture?

Chris Parker:
Today more than ever....and it will continue to have a huge impact.

CK:
Give us a run down of your audio equipment:

Chris Parker:

CK:
Do you do any recording on your own?

Chris Parker:
Yes

CK:
Tell us about your website:

Chris Parker:
Very basic... http://chrisparker.iuma.com

CK:
Most people will never know what it feels like to be on stage in front of a crowd, explain to them that feeling:

Chris Parker:
An amazing rush better than sex or drugs.

CK:
Name and describe your most memorable gig.

Chris Parker:
Opening night at the Steamboat.

CK:
How experienced are you or the band on the stage?

Chris Parker:
8 years

CK:
What genre(s) would you say your music is under?

Chris Parker:
Acoustic/Alternative Rock?

CK:
So, tell me..what exactly, motivates you, the artist to write songs?

Chris Parker:
Feelings, emotions, stories, imagination, love.

CK:
Have you ever paid for advertising for the band?

Chris Parker:

CK:
What is your favorite local venue?

Chris Parker:
Momo's

CK:
Do you have a street or e-team system in place? Want one for your website?

Chris Parker:

CK:
Can you name a few of you favorite places on the web for band promotions?

Chris Parker:
IUMA.com Myspace.com Isounds.com

CK:
If you could put on a show anywhere were would it be?

Chris Parker:
Times Square, New York

CK:
What is your favorite song on your current album?

Chris Parker:
Everything

CK:
What makes you and your band unique?

Chris Parker:

CK:
Introduce the members in the band:

Chris Parker:

CK:
Let us say that you have been just signed by a major label and they say time to move 2500 miles. Now what, would you be able to move?

Chris Parker:
Yes

CK:
What is important to you about the music?

Chris Parker:
That other people can relate to it...enjoy it....or make some sort of connection.

CK:
When did you first start singing, what made you choose music?

Chris Parker:

CK:
What do you like most about being an INDE artist?

Chris Parker:

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Are there any established artists with whom you would like to collaborate?

Chris Parker:

CK:
If you could talk to anyone in the music business, who would it be?

Chris Parker:

CK:
Who is your favorite unsigned Band?

Chris Parker:

CK:
How do you transport your equipment to the gig?

Chris Parker:

CK:
What you feel is the most important thing about your music?

Chris Parker:
Writing

CK:
What made you want to pursue songwriting?

Chris Parker:

CK:
Has the internet really been helpful to your promotion?

Chris Parker:
Yes

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