Now that we all know that Danny Worsnop is moving on from Asking Alexandria, we're all wondering, just who will be taking his place? Read below to see what we think on the situation.
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First off, congrats on joining As Thick As Thieves; how did that come about?
Taylor: Thank you! I was searching for a band ever since I moved back from Utah to Arizona and I found the drummer on Facebook. Their vocalist was doing singing and screaming and he wanted a second vocalist to scream so he could focus on singing. I was offered a tryout and landed the spot. I am very optimistic about the band’s future and look forward to the next coming months.
What were your parent’s reaction when you told them about joining the band?
Taylor: I haven’t told them yet.. Haha. I came to AZ in hopes of starting a musical career and I’m sure they will be happy that I’m stepping in the right direction.
What did they like about you as a musician and a person?
Taylor: As a musician, I believe that my range of vocals and the different styles I can perform appealed to them because I would be able to fit in any genre that they wanted to play. Within genres that allow harsh vocals of course. As a person, I’m really easy to get along with and I am extremely open-minded and that will help the writing process go a lot smoother.
Did you ever think your life would turn out this way?
Taylor: NOT AT ALL. I was never into music in high school and rarely ever listened to metal. And if I did it was just the radio friendly metal. It wasn’t until after high school that I started listening to heavier music and started practicing vocals. One thing led to another and I’m hoping to take this opportunity in a career path.
Do you have any reservations, if anything, about taking on this role? Is there anything in your mind that you’re concerned about?
Taylor: Not really. I just want to have fun and write the best possible music with these guys. I’m very excited for the opportunity to gain experience performing and writing and am grateful that I get to do it with THESE guys in the band.
Is there any music done at the moment?
Taylor: We have five songs written, and are writing right now. I am also in the process of learning the five songs while learning any possible new ones. It’s a lot on my plate, but I am up for the challenge.
How do you think the band is different with you in it?
Taylor: I think we are a more versatile band, vocally. Avi and I are able to collaborate now and write lyrics together, vocal parts, and stretch our vocal abilities without having to worry about doing both (screams or cleans) during a live performance.
Who are a few bands that you feel everyone should be listening to right now?
Taylor: As Thick As Thieves! Haha. Come out to a show! We play the 24th at the Clubhouse! I recently started listening to A Bullet for Pretty Boy. I really liked their debut, check them out. Also The Air I Breathe. Their debut is one the best I’ve heard in a long time. Amazing band.
If someone was to check out your “Recently Played” playlist on your iTunes, what would they find?
Taylor: Uhm, pretty much all the music that came out this year. The new Chelsea Grin record, OM&M, ABR, TDWP, WCAR… Miss May I of course. I usually just put my iPod on shuffle if I have nothing new to listen to and see what comes out of it.Last question: pick two songs from any genre that you think people should check out.
Taylor: Salt In the Snow - The Classic Crime and The Abandoned - Memphis May Fire