Please list all of your band members and their roles in the band.
We are The Last Origin, an indie rock band that includes John Anderson on
vocals/guitar/keyboard, Grant Howell on Bass, and Kenny Tayce on drums.
For starters, what bands were you guys a part of prior to The Last Origin? How long has the band been around?
The band has been around for two years this past April and none of us have
been a part of any other band prior, although we have all played together
in orchestras and jazz groups.
What’s the origin of that name and have you changed the band’s name before?
The origin of 'The Last Origin' came from us figuring out a name for
ourselves right before our first gig, we had ideas for weeks but we came to
a final decision 30 seconds before we started playing.
Who writes your songs? What are the main themes or topics for most of your songs and do you think these topics will change over time?
We all write the songs, each band member writes their own part but John
writes most of the vocals, the themes that we get into very wildly but all
connect to one another, making the album a sort of concept album. Anything
from rebirth to the lowest valleys of human emotion and I believe that
really comes through in the album.
What bands are currently inspiring the music that you’re making?
Right now, our sound is inspired by many different artists including Tame
Impala, Mac Demarco, Young the Giant, Foxygen, ELP, Charles Mingus, The
Black Keys, The arcs, Fleet Foxes and even classical composers like Debussy
and Shostakovich.
Was there a particular band/artist or concert that inspired you to start a band?
When I (John) was about 9 years old, I saw Buddy Guy play and ever since
then I knew I wanted to play.
What do you do to prepare for a show? Any flexing, exercises, ect …
We usually stretch our arms and legs so we don't tear or break anything
like we have before.....kenny.
What has been the biggest highlight of the band’s career so far?
Our biggest highlight was getting to play an hour long live session on the
radio as well as being able to record our album that is now on spotify.
If you could tour with any bands, past or present, who would they be and why?
If we could tour with any band, it would have to be either The Arcs, Young
the Giant, or Mac Demarco, because have you seen their shows? Incredible.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
We are going on tour in June after our album comes out so check out our
album (https://open.spotify.com/album/2k9QQAwKZ7UXKkTvSxhxZk) and we'd
love to see you at one of our shows, we love you and god bless.