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March 29th 2008 02:48
Seattle Metal/Hardcore outfit HIMSA, with 6 release under their belt, are now embarking on a European Tour following their most recent album release "Summon the Thunder". Vocalist Johnny Pettibone took some time out from their full on tour schedule to chat music, touring and Gods Girls.
So you're currently on tour in Europe for 'Summon the Thunder', how are you finding it so far?
The tour has been great thank you. We were able to go to some cities we haven't played before like Oslo, Norway and back to places we haven't visited in years like Milan, Italy. The crowds have been fun and we are on our way to the UK and finish up in Russia and we are stoked!
What is the best & worst parts about touring?
The best is if you get to see some of the culture and take in some of the history of cities, playing to crowds have way across the world and witnessing the influence your art has on people, can't explain the feeling. The worst is long drives and bad weather. We were stuck in the Swiss Alps in a snow storm and almost hit by a semi head on....brutal!
At times homesickness sets in and can ruin your day. The element of a tragedy back home weighs on me since the last 2 tours we've had deaths in the family.
When you're not on tour or playing shows what do you get up to?
I work for a promoter and manage a club, watch alot of MMA and skate if the weather is nice. There is alot of great skate parks in the Seattle area. I like getting a good cup of coffee and working on projects and waiting for the wife to get home and rage the streets.
So how do HIMSA deal with female attention from fans and relationships with girlfriends etc?
We are to old and busted for any attention, haha. The ladies at home understand and get the lifestyle, real supportive and excited for opportunities that come.
What has the reaction been to this album in comparison to past ones? And how do you feel about the current release?
It's great. This record has more push and distribution behind it so kids outside the US can actually get it in stores. I love the new record and and very please with the outcome. We had more time writing and recording so nothing was rushed.
What kind of music do you listen to or draw influence on?
Integrity, Death in June, Neurosis, Nick Cave, Grief, Life's Blood, Ruhr Hunter.
From all the reading I've done it seems your are very busy man with HIMSA and your side projects like The Vows. Care to tell me a little about The Vows and other projects your in?
The Vows is old friends, over 30 and still straight edge playing negative hardcore. Me and the drummer, Ryan were in Undertow, Rob the bass was in Unbroken and Chris and Aram were in Champion. Just plain fun. I Am the Thorn is a doom/sludge band I also do with friends but is turning more into a solo project and I have about 3 other things in the works.
I guess you know you've made it right when your on Wikipedia ? hah. According to that you first began in music in a Straightedge band. Are you straightedge and what are your feelings on it?
I am and it has always been a personal choice and the way i live my life. To each is own. The band was Undertow.
So let's talk nitty gritty. Girls. Porn. Boobs. I wanna hear Pettibone's perspective.
Love, love and love. Girls smell so good and feel so soft and they are trouble....hehe. My wife is the muse of my life.
I hear your quite a fan of GodsGirls.com what is it about the site that you like? And do you have any favorite GodsGirl s?
It ruled when I had a password but it expired. No bullshit, to the point putting men on their knees. Alot of talent and wickedness to make us beg for more! I've known Kate for years and Mandy and I like you, Catra, Stilletto, Ariel, Wren, Gia.
Anything else you'd like to say?
Thank you again and hope we get back to your area soon so we can hang...............Shred! xoxo
Once again Johnny I'd like to thank you for taking the time to chat with me. I look forward to seeing HIMSA playing in Australia soon !
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