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Interview with Adam Randall and Bunnie Blue - Sixty-10
We got an interview with the up-coming band Sixty-10 from Hollywood, Florida. They have just released their critical acclaimed debut (read review). The album is produced by Chip Z'nuff from Enuff Z'nuff and released on his label Stoney Records. We caught up with Sixty-10 lead singer/guitarist Adam Randall plus bass player Bunnie Blue to find out what's going on in the melodic rock world of Sixty-10.
There has been a lot of talk about a possible major deal. Can you reveal anything now?
Randall & Bunnie Blue: Within the next couple of months we are going to be meeting with some very powerful individuals in the industry that see a lot of potential in our material. It will give us a great opportunity to be able to spend the time necessary to put out the product that we are capable of.
Can you tell us a little about the upcoming video for "Mr. Sunshine"?
Randall & Bunnie Blue: We were going to shoot the video independently, but better opportunities have become available to us. We are not sure what the 1st single will be at the present time.
The reviews for your album have been very good (my review included) - How about the sales?
Randall & Bunnie Blue: We are very happy with the sales to this point. They have been consistent. Just want to say thank you to everyone that bought the album.
Have Sixty-10 been playing any Live dates to support the album?
Randall & Bunnie Blue: We are in pre-production for the next album. The new material is turning out great. We are playing select dates for the industry.
How is the melodic rock scene in Florida? Is it difficult getting live jobs?
Randall: In Florida there is a lot of diversity, in terms of the artists that are coming out of here. We never really looked at the local scene, as much as the international scene. It isn't tough to get gigs down here, just tough to get the right ones.
Bunnie Blue: Actually in the state of Florida there are a few different scenes. We
have played most of them. It's never been a problem to get gigs, just the right
ones like Randall stated.
The backing vocals on your album sounds very similar to Enuff Z'nuff. Did Chip Z'nuff do any of those backing vocals?
Randall & Bunnie Blue: Just like many great producers, they have input on the albums that they work with & this is no exception.
How do you react to diverse reviews when compared to Enuff Z'nuff?
Randall & Bunnie Blue: It's a great compliment, but we have many more influences as well. Because of that fact we have our own identity which shines through.
Any funny story from the studio about Chip Z´nuff?
Randall: When we were doing back-up vocals they weren't written down on paper or anything. Chip kept on looking at me & asking what are you singing. We finished them in a day & there are even a couple of spots where we are singing different words.
Bunnie Blue: First of all, I think it's funny that I didn't talk that much about bass with him. He just let me work my magic. A funny side story is how many times we took a break by the railroad tracks.
You have recorded another album some time ago. Any chance that it will be released or that you incorporate songs from that album in your live set?
Randall: When I was 19-20, I wrote some good tracks, but the tracks today are much better. You'll probably be able to find it on ebay in 6 months.
Bunnie Blue: That album represented a point in our careers & a time in our lives.
Never say never, but I seriously doubt it.
You have been writing lots of new material lately. What direction are the new songs?
Randall: Go through different phases. We could have a couple of weeks where all of the songs are complete pop & then two weeks later they take a little moodier tone. The great thing about it is that we feel that we are progressing. We would like to incorporate some of the ideas from the s/t album & mix them with the new material for the major release. We have to save some hits for the future though.
Bunnie Blue: Everytime we have gone into the studio, or had songwriting sessions, it keeps on becoming easier for us. We're able to incorporate all that we have learned over this entire experience. We are not just a pop band & some of the new material shows that.
Are there any certain elements that a Sixty-10 song must have?
Randall & Bunnie Blue: Hooks, Melodies & a Ton Of Emotion
It is a hard struggle for upcoming bands. You have already come a long way. Any advice you would like to share?
Bunnie Blue: Write the best songs that fit your genre & work as hard as you can with confidence. Don't get a big head about things. Oh, & a little luck doesn't hurt.
Randall: Believe in what you do. There will be good days & bad days. Read a bunch of material about the industry. Learn as much as you can & don't take for granted the business side. Stay focused & persistent. Look past the local level,
because there are tons of talented musicians that play in their garage every night. Like Bunnie said, "Don't get a big head".
Famous last words
Bunnie Blue: It's been a long bumpy road, but my passion has always remained focused.
Randall: It's better to burn out than to fade away!
We wish Sixty-10 good luck with getting a major deal and all the best in the future. Visit the Sixty-10 web-site http://www.sixty-10.com/ | |
Written by Michael - 9/22/2002 |
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RevelationZ Comments
| Comment by Randall (Anonymous) - Monday, September 23, 2002 | Thanks for the interview-review+
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| Comment by tod (Anonymous) - Tuesday, July 1, 2003 | sorry randall, couldnt get you at the office. great article, oh
yea, can you check out a stock for me terroso aka international
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tr cousin tod ketchelrd1@adelphia.net
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| Comment by jeffrey bjorkman (Anonymous) - Monday, November 22, 2004 | the bad rocks.SIXTY-10 YEAH
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