Interviews: Knecht

On this new occasion, we have had the opportunity to interview the  Metal artist Knecht from the USA. Check out the interview and follow the artist on their  FACEBOOK PAGE. 

1.Where did you get the idea for the band name, you planned it or came out just like that?

At first, I thought about making up a stage name for my solo project. I could not come up with a name I liked, so I decided to just go with my regular name. 

2.Why did you want to play this genre?

It’s fun and challenging to play and write.

3. Each band member favourite band?

Currently, my favorite band is Haken

4. Who or what inspires you to write songs?

I take inspiration from many things. Sometimes it comes from music or a certain genre. Other times it can be from a movie, news, something that happened to me or someone I know. And sometimes I just come up with a theme or idea and I translate it into music.

5. Where was your last gig?

I played for a charity event for Operation Yellow Ribbon in Medford New Jersey.

6. Where would you like to act?

I would like to end up either in Pennsylvania or somewhere down South.

7. Whom would you like to feature with?

Black Label Society

8. Whom not?

Any modern Pop Star

9. Any of you has ever suffered from stage fright? Any tip for beginners on how to beat that?

Make sure you are well prepared, and you will have nothing to be afraid of.

10. What bands have inspired you the most?

Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Black Label Society, Emerson Lake and Palmer, Rush, Yes, Pink Floyd, Dream Theater and Haken.

11. What's the weirdest thing a fan has ever asked you for?

I do all the work on their project and they pay me in “Exposure”

12. What do you think of your fans?

I think they are fun and supportive people.

13. What do you think of our site?

I like the layout and how clean everything looks. No clutter and it's very easy to move around and see all your site has to offer.

14. Something to add?

Thank you for your time and interest in me and my music.