Five Funky Stories:: Mike from York Redoubt

My how time flies, HPX '09 is but a mere couple weeks away, and so we roll on with our random-question powered preview. Perhaps you've heard, but this year's herohill showcase takes place on Wednesday, Oct. 21st at the Seahorse, and so far, from that evening's stellar lineup, we've talked to folks from Bruce Peninsula and The Got To Get Get. But now I think its time for a random chat with evening openers York Redoubt



The Ack was a big fan of the melodic distortion found on YR's self-titled debut, and I have to say that, even though on first listen I wasn't sure if they were in my wheelhouse, I'm actually a really big fan of their album now. So do yourself a favour and check out York Redoubt, and then join us at the Seahorse on the 21st. Mike from YR was kind enough to answer some questions, so let's get to them.

Name: Gordon Mike Wright
Band: York Redoubt
Web: www.hotmoneyrecords.com

1. Why do people still say 'We're doing an East Coast tour!' when they're only going as far as Quebec?

I wouldn't know. We are a regional band.

2. What is the worst experience you've had on the road since you started touring?

I've only been on one tour, but I know now that I'm afraid of moose at night.

3. Name a band that you wish was still putting out records

The Gideons

4. Name your all-time favorite Halifax album.

Hi Firey - Don't Worry About The Future

5. You can ask any musician dead or alive one question, who do you ask?

I might ask Patsy Cline to tell me about doom.

MP3:: York Redoubt - Upside
MYSPACE:: www.myspace.com/yorkredoubt

Labels: Five Funky Stories, Halifax, Halifax Pop Explosion, HPX 09, York Redoubt