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Interviews with the Hills Bros.
Interview with Shane Hills
January 30, 1999
What bands do you consider to be your musical influences?
"My musical influences come from a long line of bands that I listened to when I was a youngster listening to thier songs that they played when they had thier friends over for new years eve party's. I love Pink Floyd because the dynamics that are represented on THE WALL are some of the most beautiful dynamics that have been performed on a record by any artist in the last couple decades.
I was influenced also by bands like Blondie, SuziQ, and Rocky Burnette Beatles. These were the bands that my ears first heard. The first rock n roll I was to
ever hear. I had a phase where I like bands like Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Kiss and bands like that. It was a feel good thing that they had going on. It was all about partying and gettin laid and there was something that really attracted me to that style of living...During those years is when i really wanted to be a rock star bad. I loved everything i saw in magazines, and i was determined to do what ever it took to live my life like all those bands i looked up to at the time. These days I admire bands with staying power...such as Dylan, Frank Zappa(bless his
soul) Bee Gees, and Fleetwood Mac. I also love all the new artists. Bands from this decade such as, Pearl Jam, Oasis, Radiohead, Pulp, and bands like that...I am inspired everyday with new bands and music that i hear. I guess it is really impossible to nail down one specific artist or band as to whom i am
influenced by,and rightfully so...Theres just too much great shit on the streets to listen to.
How old were you when you started playing?
It all started when I was around 11 years old. Yeah, I used to bang on shit all day long like pots and pans and counter tops and my moms head and just about everything else I could bang on. I totally dug "animal" from the muppets. Even though I banged on stuff, it didnt mean I wanted to be a drummer. The only reason I became a drummer is because my brother Shad had a guitar and I felt kinda left out and I wasn't happy with that so i asked my dad if I could play the drums and he said yes...I used to cry when I had a drum lesson or when my dad made me practice..All i wanted to do was rock n' roll with my brother Shad.
Interview with Shad Hills
February 2, 1999
Who influenced you the most in your music?
Some of my musical influences are artists like Roy Orbison. He lived his
songs. If you ever get a chance to read his life story, you will hear his
songs in a whole new light. John Lennon and Paul McCartney are also big
influences on me. In the Beatles as well as their individual solo material.
What inspires your music?
My music is inspired by my moods. The record that I am working on now was
written when I was going through a lot of really hard times, and you can here
that in the music and in the lyrics. I already have enough material for the
next record and then some. Those records will reflect another change in the
way I was feeling at that particular time in my life. The greatest records
ever written and recorded were from the heart and soul of the artist. That to
me is what makes a great record. Not the quality of the recording, or even how
well the singer sings. Some of my favorite singers are people that could not
particularily sing very well at all. People like Bob Dillon, Tom
Petty...........etc.
When is your birthday?
April Fools Day Baby!
What is your sign?
Aries
What do you like most about touring?
I love to travel, see new places and most importantly meet new people,
make friends with other bands and get to see them play live. And especially
the fans. They make it all worth while. I feel fortunate that I am able to go
out and play my music for people.
What do you like least about touring?
Missing my family and friends back home. And missing my four beautiful
cats, Tint, Versailles, Knuckles and Cleo.
What would you be doing if it was not for your music?
I would be managing bands. I did that in London, England a couple of years ago before I decided to jump back into doing my music. I could not stay away from creating new music.
Are you currently in a relationship?
Yes, I am currently in a relationship with Tina, with whom I have been with
for five years. She is my Yoko Ono!
What is your favorite food?
My fave food is Chicken Veronique with grapes. I also love Indian and Thai.
If you could be a blowpop, what flavor would you be and why?
Bubble gum. I Love the taste of Bubble gum. I am a bubble gummer!
What is your favorite movie?
I loved Shawshank Redemption, Wizard of OZ, "Delores Claiborne" was great.
If you haven't seen it yet, rent it. (I must agree...these were great films!)
Interview with Steve Glazer
July 12, 1999
When is your birthday?
July 28th--coming soon!!
What is your sign?
Leo
Where are you from?
Pittsburgh,PA
What other bands have you played with?
Most bands I was in were MY bands.
If you weren't playing music, what would you be doing?
I HAVE NO IDEA!!
What artists/groups have influenced you the most?
Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Led Zeppelin,Tom Petty,the list
goes on.....
What is your favorite time of the day...and why?
Late night. The fun stuff happens late at night!
Are you currently in a relationship?
Nothing serious. I'm a single guy.
What do you like best about touring?
The fans
What do you like least about touring?
Not enough time to sleep off the hangover!
If you were a blowpop, what flavor would you be and why did you pick that flavor?
I would be cherry because I like to dream.
What is your favorite movie?
Amadeus is one of them.
What inspires you the most in your music?
Passion, sex, love, life, peace
When you guys set off to tour, what groups do you most want to play with?
I would love to play with Dave Matthews, Cake, Tom Petty,
Ozzy, Bob Dylan, Lenny Kravitz, Natalie Imbruglia (she's a hottie!),
Floyd, The Stones, Aerosmith...
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
CHOCOLATE
More Q&A to come!
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