RockStar Weekly Interviews

Rockers Rites Of Ash Say They Are Lady Gaga Fans

The electronic pop/hard rock/metal outfit Rites of Ash combines countless influences into a unified and original sound that has helped define the band as innovators in an industry desperately lacking originality. No genre or sound is off-limits for the band; this is evident in their extensive list of influences that include Linkin Park, Billy Joel, Disturbed, T-Pain, and Lady Gaga. The band even performs a cover version of the Gaga hit Bad Romance as part of their live set.

Being an unsigned band hasn't hindered them from making their own professional music video (Burn), getting it aired on Fuse TV, releasing three studio albums, and having their music featured on over ten MTV shows including: "The Real World," "Pimp My Ride," and "Next."

RockStar Weekly had a great chat with vocalist 80-two to find out what all the fuss was about. And we also wanted to know if they really are Lady Gaga fans

Congratulations on the new album. There was a good production and promo team involved in putting this all together. How did it all come to be?

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Did Kevin “131” add something special to the mix of the album?

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How did you get Kevin involved?

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How does this album differ from the earlier ones?

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Do you prefer this sound more than your earlier sound?

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What are some of the topics on the album that you enjoy singing about?

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The cover art is really original. What’s the story behind that?

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The band is a combination of all types of music. Where does that mix come from?

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What is the goal sound the band is after?

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Because the album features multiple genres, what is the audience you are trying to attract or appeal to?

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I noticed that you guys do a powerful cover of Lady Gaga’s Bad Romance. Are you fans or do you just like the tune?

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I was thinking that you guys would be a great opening act on her tour.

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Speaking of tours, Any chances you guys will hit the road soon?

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Will you be jumping the border into Canada?

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I know you’re just booking your tour now, but can you give us an idea of what your show will look like?

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MTV has really taken to the band. What have they done for you guys so far?

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So how did it happen?  Did they approach you?

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That’s not bad for an indie band.

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Will you be working with them on more projects?

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Do you find it hard as an indie band or do you enjoy the freedom?

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Who is the ultimate band that you would like to tour with?

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