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April 27, 2000 ArtistDirect: Welcome to Talk City, David! David: Thanks, it's nice to be here. First, I would like to say I miss all of our fans out on the road. And sorry that I had to miss part of the tour. I am looking forward to being back on the road soon. Let's talk! Question: What is the worst job you ever had?? David: Selling pot. Question: What do you think about the boy bands like Nsync and BSV? David: I really do not have anything against them. The way I look at it, there's millions of kids, they listen to their music, and it makes them happy. And that's only a positive thing. It has nothing to do with KoRn. Question: What's the place that you guys have played with the craziest fans? David: There's been so many crazy shows. I can't really single them out. KoRn fans in general are just crazy, everywhere! Question: David, is there one thing that you want to ask your fans? David: What do you want our next record to sound like? Heavier, or more melodic? Question: How old were you when you started playing the drums? David: I started when I was nine years old. In my bedroom with a practice pad. Question: Are you thinking of retiring? David: No, that was just a rumor. I am doing everything I can to fix my wrist, and get back on the road. And no, I'm not in rehab. Question: What's the hardest part about being on the road? David: Being away from our families, and sleeping in a bus, traveling night after night. Question: Are you going to teach your son how to play drums? David: Yes, he already has a drum set. Whether or not he becomes a drummer will be his choice. Question: Are you a boxer or brief kind of man? David: I'm a boxer kind of man! Question: How many drumsets do you own? I own five drum sets. Question: How does it feel to be away from your family while you are gone on tour? Do you guys ever get scared of playing in front of a huge crowd? David: First part, we miss our families when we are on tour, that's always hard. And, no, I really don't get nervous in front of big crowds any more, just excited. Question: What do you guys think about the ongoing Napster lawsuits? David: I think Napster is kind of like when the Blink set came out, I don't think it's the end of the record companies, but somehow it needs to be controlled. How, I'm not sure. Question: If you could go on tour with another band who would you pick? David: Well, it looks like Metallica right now, because that's what we are doing. Question: What kind of music do you listen to on the tourbus? David: I really don't listen to that much music on tour, besides our shows. After playing as loud as we do, my ears are pretty burned. Question: What would you say broke ya'll to the other side from playing small clubs to where you are now? David: Playing those small clubs, night after night. The constant touring built up our fan base. Question: I was wondering if you are going to be ready to play for the summer tour with Metallica and Kid Rock?? David: I am trying my hardest to be ready, and I really hope I am. Question: David, which band member have you known the longest? David: Fieldy was the first band member I met. Question: What do you think is the best band out today in rock music (besides Korn)? David: Limp Bizkit. Question: What's the most sick and twisted thing you've done David: I really can't talk about it! I don't really do anything too sick. Question: What is the craziest thing a fan has done to meet you? David: There has been lots of radio stations that do contests. And have fans do crazy things to meet us. I've heard of kids stripping and running through malls naked. Eating jars of mayonnaise, that kind of sick stuff. Question: David - do you ever go on the korn site and chat with the fans? David: Yes I do! Usually, a couple of nights a week, me and my wife get on the KoRn Board, usually under the name davidshannon or mrspickey, and chat. Usually people don't believe it's us, when I am on with my wife, but it really is us. So when you see davidshannon, it's really us. Or mrspickey. Question: David - how did you get hooked up with Calvin Klein? What does your wife think of the ads? David: I have a friend that works for Calvin Klein, and they asked me if I would like to do an ad. I am working on doing some movies, and doing the ads was a good way to get the attention from the movie industry. That's why I did it. And, I guess my wife likes it. Question: Who's your fave drummer other than your self? David: Steve who plays in Filter. Question: Who in the band uses a computer the most? David: Probably Munky, but I'm not sure. Question: What is your favorite song on follow the leader and issues? David: My favorite song on Follow The Leader is "Got The Life". And, my favorite song on Issues is "Beg For Me". The songs just grew on me, I can't really tell you exactly why I like them the best. Question: What is your position on mp3s and bootlegs? David: I think they are a rip-off to bands. It's not very cool to bands to steal their music. So I wish they would go away. Question: How do you describe yourself as being personality wise? David: I would say I'm pretty calm, and relaxed. But I like to party! Question: So David what happened with your wrist? David: I hurt it from playing so many years. Doctors think it is a nerve problem. I'm still getting opinions. And I'm doing everything I can to fix it. Question: I noticed that you're somewhat into keeping yourself healthy. What do you do to keep in shape while you're on the road? Do you watch your diet and make sure to exercise, or do you lay off the beer? David: I don't drink much beer on the road. I do try to eat healthy. And I do exercise. There's not much to do on the road, so if I don't exercise, I feel tired all of the time. Question: Whats your top 10 cd's ever? David: Off of the top of my head, I will throw out a few, in no particular order. KoRn: Follow The Leader, Limp Bizkit: Significant Other, Doors: Greatest Hits, Filter: Short Bus, Helmet: Meantime, Orgy: Candyass Question: When did you get your first big break? David: 1994. That is when we got our record deal. Question: David, is it weird to you to not be touring with your band? David: Yes, it's very weird. I feel like I'm in the wrong place. Question: My mom is a die-hard Christian, and she won't let me listen to KoRn. What should I do?! David: Maybe talk to her, and explain that we do not support any negative topics, but rather, speak out against them, and hopefully she will change her mind. Good luck! Question: Which bands inspired y'all to play as a band together, and what bands did y'all like when you were my age (15)? David: I think everyone in the band grew up liking music. I don't think any one band inspired us to put the band together. When I was 15, I listened to Van Halen, Motley Crue, and some normal radio. Question: Who has the coolest tattoo in the band? David: That depends who you ask. Of course, I would say me. It's a Cheshire cat. Question: Is there any one fan that has stood out above the rest at your shows or video shoots? David: There has been so many really cool fans we've met, I can't really single out just one. Question: Who do you consider the best singer, besides Jonathan? David: There are many great singers. Some of my favorites are Jay from Orgy, Richie from Filter, Fred from Bizkit, and that's it. :-) Question: What was your faviorte video to make? David: Got The Life. It was fun driving cars and being outside all day. Most videos we are in a soundstage for hours and it's boring. Question: Do you go to fan's websites? David: Sometimes I do. David: This is a good time to thank all of the kids who signed the Get Well card for me. There is something around 600 hits, and I really appreciate the thought. So thank you to all the fans who are on the Get Well card, and all of the fans who sent nice messages to the KoRn Board. I really do appreciate it. And, all the little girls who have their David Silveria websites, thank you also. :-) Question: What is your fav. fast food joint? David: In And Out Burger. Question: What movies can we be looking forward to seeing you in soon? David: I can't really say yet. Question: Are there any new bands out there that you particularly like? David: I really haven't heard any new bands lately, so I cannot say. Question: Ask David if you had one last meal in the world what would it be? David: My grandmother's teriyaki chicken! Question: How did you meet your wife? David: We met at a bar down by the beach from mutual friends. Question: Do you know any foreign languages? David: I do not. Question: What sone were you performing when the wrist injury occurred? David: My wrist injury has been ongoing for the past year. It didn't just happen in one song. The last song we played, if I remember right, is called "It's Gonna Go Away". And that's when we stopped the show. Question: What is the hardest KoRn song for you to play? David: The hardest song to play is "Faget". Lots of chops, and I overplay it in the studio, so now I have to keep-up wise, but it's all good. Question: David what do your parnets think of your band, do they have any of your cds? David: My parents have all of our CD's.And they are very proud that I followed my dream. And achieved it. We are definitely not their music of choice, but they are happy for me. Question: what goes through your head on stage? David: Lots of excitement. Tons of energy. And still an amazement that this many people come to see our live shows. Question: Who would you say is the most outgoing person in Korn? David: Depends on what kind of outgoing you are talking about. Everyone is really outgoing. Just in different ways. Question: What kind of things to you guys do to have fun while your not on tour? David: Well, me personally, I hang out down on the beach and get drunk with my friends, drive my boat, drive my dune buggy, go to Las Vegas and gamble, that sort of stuff. Question: What did your dad do for a living? David: He was a fireman for 27 years. Question: What is your favorite TV show? David: I don't really watch TV. When I turn it on, I just watch whatever is on. Which isn't that often. Question: What does Korn do to prepare for a show, backstage? David: Lots of stretching. Mental preparation. Question: If you had to pick three songs to represent Korn to someone who has never heard them before, which ones would you choose? David: "Blind", "Freak On A Leash", "Falling Away From Me". I just like them. :-) Question: I've noticed that so far your music videos have been featuring the issues covers. Are you going to make your next two videos based on the next two? David: No, our next video is a lot different than our past few videos. I think KoRn fans will be happy with it. We shoot it next week! Question: Who was the founder member of LAPD? David: Me, Munky, and Fieldy all started the band together. Question: What made the band want to put a little fish thing inside you in "Make Me Bad"? David: The director thought it would be a cool special effect, and we wanted to make a video that was different from our other videos, so we were open to new things. Question: How many bass drums and symbols do you have in your main set? David: One bass drum, I play a double pedal, and about ten cymbols. Question: Do you prefer people to call you David or Dave do you have a nickname? David: I like David. I've never really liked Dave. Question: Don't you sometimes get sick of being famous... and having your life in the public eye? David: Sometimes, if I'm out in public, and I am in a hurry, and someone or people try to stop me, it gets a little annoying, but overall, this life is a dream. And I really have nothing to complain about, and I'm very thankful to have it. Question: Is it true that you, and the other members of KoRn are all self taught on your instruments? David: Yes, it is. That's probably why we all suck! Question: Do you and your wife listen to Korn everyday. And if you do, does she mind the swearing? David: No, I don't listen to it every day. My son, little David, likes to listen to it all of the time, unfortunately, now I have to get an edited version because he's three years old, and cusses. And even though I support my band, I am also a parent, and I have a responsibility to my children. Question: Are you a democrat or republican or reform? David: I would say a Republican. Because I hate taxes being so high. Question: Can you describe every korn member including yourself in one or two words? David: Sure. All of us would be lucky. All of us would be crazy. And all of us are thankful. Question: Are you into any sports? David: No, I'm not really into sports. I have a dune buggy and a boat, and I work out. That's about it. Question: If KoRn was to end, what would be the last song you'd like to play with all the guys? David: I don't think it would really matter. We would have so many memories at this point. It wouldn't matter what song we played last. Question: David, what's the truth in the Korn/Knot feud? David: There is no truth. I've never heard that band in my life. Obviously, it got some kind of jealousy thing going on, and they need to get over it, get their own fans, and quit worrying about other bands and do their own thing. Question: Do you have any plans for a solo project? David:No. Question: I'm a serious drummer, and I'd like to know what techniques or types of practices and warm-ups that you used and that work the best to get in shape for drumming. (Like drum patterns, counting techniques, pracing, and body work-out for arms and legs.) David: I'd say the best technique to learn would just be practice. Find what feels natural. Practice that, maybe get some instructions on basic rudiments, and set your mind to it. Question: Do you have any borthers or sisters? David: I do. I have a younger brother named Andy, and three older sisters, named Darla, Kelly, and Tracy. Question: What's the most annoying or rude thing a fan has ever done when meeting you guys? David: When they approach us, like we are there just for their amusement, and we are not people, and they think they should do whatever they want us to do, without realizing we are just like them, and we have feelings too. Question: I heard some time ago that the band will do a biography. I would like to know if it's true - and if it is, when will it be released? David: There is an unauthorized book out now, that we did not put out, obviously. We will be working on something, I'm not sure when it will come out, but we will make something in the near future. Question: How does it feel to know that there are people like me who would pay thousands to get your auograph? David: It is very flattering. But I would hope that no one would pay thousands to get an autograph, because we are just people, like everyone else, and a signature is not worth that kind of money. Question: Who wrote Jesus by Videodrone? I think you and some other Korn memebers but I'm not sure? David: Yes, Jesus is a cover song that we did when we were in LAPD. A long time ago, back in '95, we were playing this small club somewhere in the East coast on a college campus, and I was so drunk, I messed up in the middle of a song, and the whole band stopped. And about 200 people were watching, and we all stopped and the club was silent. And, on the microphone, they said, Ooops, David messed up! Question: What is the weirdest thing you had to sign? David: I think the weirdest thing I ever had to sign is the guy with the raccoon head. Question: David I've seen pics with you using easton alluminum sticks and wooden ones, which do you prefer? David: I now use wood sticks, made by Vater, and I have a custom stick out. In stores the stick is called "The Nightstick". Question: Have you always played with the Paiste Tama combination? David: Yes. They have always been my favorite drums and cymbals. Question: As much as I would like Korn to be around forever, that's realistically not going to happen. What are your goals for after KoRn? David: What would be your following projects for whenever that time comes? After KoRn, I would like to make movies. Hopefully, that won't be too soon, but life's short. Question: David, we're quickly reaching the end of our chat with you. Thanks for being here! What thoughts would you leave with the audience? David: I would like to say thank you to all of our fans who came online to chat with me today. Thank you for all of the continued support throughout the years. Thank you for all the support, the fans have shown, to me while I have been injured. I am sorry if I let any fans down by not being able to perform, I can't wait to get back onstage again. And, when you see me on the KoRn Board, under mrspickey or davidshannon it's really us. So talk to me, and I look forward to talking online with our fans again, hopefully we can do this again in the near future. KoRn fans are the best, and I love you guys! | |
