Interview with the Band She Was the Carnation and the Rose

August 05, 2024

Interview with the Band She Was the Carnation and the Rose

By Mick Michaels

COSMICK VIEW: Hello! Welcome to The Cosmick View. Thank you for taking some time out of your day to chat with me, it is greatly appreciated.

CV: What do you feel sets the band apart from other bands, especially those of similar sound and style? What's specific allure your sound and style have that has people taking notice?
Sárog: I think the storytelling sets it apart, the theatrical style. The lyrics are not just lyrics, but poems. They tell very specific stories.

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?
Sárog: Michael and I, we also both work in theater and film, and there you really have to know how to be engaging, not just with your voice but also with your style, your clarity, with the story you want to tell. I think that’s the essence.

Seebold: I second Noemi on this.

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?
Sárog: One of my friends who heard the early versions of the songs described us as ‘theatrical gothic metal.’ I think it’s very accurate. Theatrical, because the songs tell stories… Gothic, because the songs have darker themes. And metal, because of the instrumentation. We tell stories in a misty, mysterious, way, with heavy metal instruments.

Seebold: In composition, even after you’ve refined a process or a formula that works well, don’t cease to ask: what else can I do?

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?
Sárog: Nope. Absolutely not.

Seebold: Again, I second Noemi.

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?
Sárog: Well, I hope it is not do or die. I think there is always room. I think there is abundance. I think everyone will have their favorites. There is room for everyone.

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?
Seebold: True natures? The songs are the songs are the songs are the songs.

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?
Seebold: It varies song to song.

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?
Seebold: ... song to song.

CV: Do you feel how the fans and critics describe the band’s music accurately reflects how you would describe the band’s music?

Sárog: It was interesting, my friends told me how eerie – though in a good sense – the angelic voice made them feel: loved, supported, that it almost created a meditative state for them. I didn’t think my voice could do anything like that, but I very much welcome the characterization.

CV: What more can fans look forward to seeing coming from the band?
Sárog: Our next album. We are recording the next one in August and September.

Seebold: Updates coming soon.

CV: Thank you again for spending some time talking and sharing with our readers. I wish you all the best and continued success.
Sárog: Thanks for having us!

Check out She Was the Carnation and the Rose at:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SheWastheCarnationandtheRose

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewasthecarnationandtherose/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shewasthecarnationandtherose/

Website: https://www.shewasthecarnationandtherose.com/

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My name is Mick Michaels...I'm an artist, music fan, songwriter, producer, show host, dreamer and guitarist for the traditional Heavy Metal band Corners of Sanctuary. Writing has always been a creative outlet for me; what I couldn't say in speech, I was able to do with the written word. Writing has given me a voice and a way for me to create on a multitude of platforms including music and song, articles, independent screenplays, books and now, artist interviews. The Cosmick View is an opportunity to raise the bar and showcase artists in a positive and inspirational light. For me, it's another out-of-this-world adventure.