What can we expect to see from Dakota Scream band over the next year?
As many shows as humanly and physically possible in as many venues as exist, as well as the release of the EP.
Who are your favourite NZ musicians/bands, and why?
Shihad, because their first few albums have that testicles to the wall feel which is a good motto.
The Datsuns, because of their pure inspiring live energy and great sing along tunes, that will always be enjoyed!
What advice would you like to give to other aspiring musicians?
Always go testicles to the wall.
Who would you most like to support live?
In Flames, Metallica, Machinehead, Lady Gaga. (The last one is true, because I’m sure she hasn’t had a metal act opening for her yet, and her live show is phenomenal!
What is your favourite NZ venue?
The Royal Tavern down in Palmerston North, good sound, good venue layout, and great hospitality!
What rumour would you like to start about Dakota Scream?
That red pandas have entered our brains and are speaking to the world via our music.
That Vaughn is awesome!
How did you come up with the name Dakota Scream?
It’s based upon the idea of world classed teen actress Dakota Fanning having quite a shocking dream and the band name is thus her reaction (being that she is screaming).
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About the interviewer Lisa Jones
I’m Lisa, Muzic.NZ’s founder and manager. I also manage the Aotearoa Music Industry Collective as well as the Aotearoa Rock Community and the Gig Space Facebook groups. I’ve been interested in music for as long as I can remember – I grew up listening to my parent’s records and watching the Top 40 Countdown on TV every weekend. I also played the drums and guitar in high school, and wrote lyrics for some of my friend’s bands. I come from a musical background; my Granddad was one of the main founders of country music clubs in Taranaki. Rock is my favourite genre of music, but I enjoy a huge variety of genres from old school hip-hop through to metal, punk, pop, folk and EDM. My advice to NZ musicians’ is to build yourself a great support network, never be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and talk to
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