Interview with Vocalist Lauren Eliza of DramaScream
By Mick Michaels
COSMICK VIEW: Hello, Lauren! Welcome to The Cosmick View. Thank you for taking some time out of your day to chat with me, it is greatly appreciated.
Lauren Eliza: Of course!! Thank you so much for having me.
CV:
What do you feel sets the band apart from other bands, especially those of
similar sound and style? What specific allure does your sound and
style have that has people taking notice?
LE: We are
on the cusp of Hard Rock and Metal…as a band we don't have one set style, we
blend so many genres on our albums to create an experience. Vocally my screams
have gained attention typically to those who have never seen us perform.
Several fans have told us that they had to move up to see if the scream was
actually coming from me.
CV: For
any band, dynamics is key to grabbing an audience's attention. What do you feel
is the main ingredient to having such a captivating dynamic and being able to
bring something more to the music?
LE: Feeling
out your audience and trying to gauge the energy in the room. When you're the
out of town band there's a feeling that you have to prove yourself and I know
that when we are done we've left it all out there. Every time you play it's
like this outpour of emotions. The audience feeds off of the band's energy so
making sure you stay authentic and give them your all they will remember you.
CV:
How would you describe the ultimate musical experience
for your fans? And how does the band go about creating that musical
vision, while generating the impact the band wants to have on its
audience?
LE: We
create our setlist based on the mood that evening. We generally start with a
banger to get the audience going. We tailor our set list to the crowd so if it means
they need more energy we skip the heartfelt and hit them with the heavier
stuff. It's important to read the crowd and see how they respond; sometimes
they want to hear your stories and a wider variety of sounds. Sometimes they
just want to headbang and let it all go. Also we use our own lights that are
programmed to go with our set, to create a vibe for each song. It makes a huge
difference when you have the whole package on the stage. No matter what we
bring the energy.
CV: The
music business has always been one that regardless of who you are, where you
came from or where you've been, you can either sink or swim. Does this
type of realism have any effect on how the band drives itself to succeed?
LE: Yes and
no. It's both easier and more difficult to make it as a band because there is
so much music out in the world everyone is dying to get their piece of the pie
so to speak. On the other hand if it weren't for social media and other music
apps we would never reach people on the side of the world without being able to
tour. There's give and take to everything, consistency and perseverance are what
it takes to succeed...and a little bit of luck.
CV:
In your opinion, is there any middle ground for a band or is it a do or die
climate in today's music industry?
LE: I think
there is a middle ground to a certain extent. Trying to make music your main
income is doable, but it requires hustle and then more hustle. We've been
working at this for almost 5 years and everything we've made has gone right
back into the machine. Also middle ground to some might be "making
it" to others so it's subjective. I think having clear goals can help keep
you on a path towards success. Some people are cutthroat and you have to watch
out but, I think it comes with the industry.
CV:
How would you describe the band's internal energy? Does the band’s outward
appearance align with its true inward nature from your perspective?
LE: Our
internal energy is dynamic, real and lively. I would say for the most part when
you see us perform and meet us in person, what you see is what you get. I'm
typically quiet and reserved before I go up because I am in the zone and I'm
shy around people I don't know when I'm not on the stage. Once I get off the
stage it's like I come to life and the real me is ready to meet people.
CV:
What's at the core of the band's songwriting approach? Are there
certain elements that are considered when a song begins to take form and
evolves?
LE: The guys
typically start with a riff or drum beat and create a scratch track. Sometimes
we will hear a song or watch a movie and get inspiration from it too. Once we
have the track I listen to it and write down the feeling that it gives me and
get a general melody recorded. We also go back and listen to previous songs
that we've written to make sure that we're not recycling the same material.
CV:
Do you allow things to just happen when writing; seeing where a song goes, or
is there a certain course of action and structure you keep a song on, thus,
essentially making it destined to achieve its overall potential?
LE: For the
band the structure is guitar, bass, drums scratch track, they go into the
studio and then start to branch out once they get the foundation down. I
typically go in with a few words written down that I think the song represents
or the feeling I am getting from it, and go from there. I then give it a day,
listen to everything and go back in . From there we start to add nuances, leads
and harmonies. We listen to the song on our laptops, phones, you name it, and
once it passes the car speaker test we give it a stamp of approval.
CV:
Do you feel how the fans and critics describe the band’s music accurately
reflects how you would describe the band’s music?
LE: I
believe most fans and critics have described us accurately. Then again if
someone feels differently than I do about a song, but they are still getting
what they need to feel from it I can't really say they are wrong. I truly
believe that art is not just one thing, which is what makes it so rad.
CV:
Walk us through a typical show for the band...what can fans who have never
seen you perform expect?
LE: Fans
will see a lot of movement, we like to run around…minus Justin our drummer, and
I’ve been told by photographers that it was a challenge to take pictures of me.
We are in your face quite literally and if the venue permits it, we will come
out and headbang with you.
CV:
What more can fans look forward to seeing coming from the band?
LE: We have
3 new singles lined up over the next few months, each of them different from
the other; we are evolving as a band. We are going to be working on videos
for each single; one may require flame throwers so ...we are all excited about
that one. We have shows booked but are not able to announce at this time so
keep an eye and ear out for us!!
CV:
Thank you again Lauren for
spending some time talking and sharing with our readers. I wish you all the
best and continued success.
LE: Thank
You!!!!
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