I wanna start this off By asking where the name for the band came from? Matt - Basically, going through a few different options and with about every thing under the sun being taken, we realized Erosion would be a good fit.
Ethan: yeah, we threw names around for a little while an we didnt want anything to cliche, erosion fit.
How did you guys all meet? Matt - Nate and I met years ago at one of the local bars and had alot of the same interests in the same music and clicked from there. Come to meet Ethan and Joey last year at one of the shows Nate and I were doing as a duo, few days later came over to jam and everything came together.
Ethan: Me an Joey have known each other since about middle school. We grew up through high school playing in different bands an stuff. Me an him were in a band for a while an it kind of became stale for us an everyone kind of went separate ways. We had a mutual friend that kept telling me an joey he had some friends that we should get up an play music with. So we go check matt an nates duo show one night an the rest is history.
Who has been your biggest inspiration so far? Matt - I would say my family, of course all the guys in the band, and all the cool people I have met so far doing this.
Ethan: Life, an the people around you.
How has your music evolved since you first began playing music as a band? Matt -Came quite far, with every rehearsal we take some time and jam out for a bit to get a vibe for a new song and take it from there. One thing I can say is we take it a step further everytime, not to be defined a certain genre. While still sticking to the reggae sound though.
Ethan: Its been reggae from the get go, but everyone has a bit of a different style they bring to the table that gives it a different feel.
So far how have the shows been? Matt - We have done 1 show as the band with Pasadena down in Myrtle Beach. We do plan on taking this out to the masses though. Looking to get the most energetic and fun live show we can together to make sure everyone remembers the name. Gonna be a good time.
Ethan: Like Matt said super fun. Have got to meet some cool people. Were ready to start doing more shows an get the name out there.
What has been your biggest challenge so far? Matt - In my opinion it's been everything, but in a good manner you could say. With the band you take in that everyone voices there idea for how something should grow. With this being the first run for myself in a stable musical setting, it's been really cool to take all of it in and just keep building.
Ethan: I wouldnt say ive personally had a challenge yet. Im getting to do what i love..play bass, hang with good friends, and overdose on reggae music!!
Hows the recording going on the debut album? Matt - We have alot of ideas brewing up, I had a few solo tracks we have worked on that never got released, and like I said before, every rehearsal we have, we develop so many new ideas for songs. Got some good stuff coming for sure in the form of an EP I believe.
Ethan: Good, taking our time. Its hard, everytime we get together an jam theres always something new we play or learned an want to incorporate into a song.
How do you guys feel about the current state the music business is in? Matt - In every genre of music you have a certain level they say you can reach. I believe this reggae\rock genre is starting to make a bigger name for itself with all the groups who are doing bigger things. The rising bands making a name for themselves as well. It's all about unity in my eyes. You have to get out and network with everyone you meet. Keep it fresh in the eyes of the fans,friends, whoever is taking time to give their support. This is not a business for the lazy,or weak minded that is for sure. Much support to those doing it up.
What are you guys drinking? Matt - GENNY LIGHT, IPA,Jager,Miller,Bud Light,Liberty micro brew,Ethan drinks alot of Christian Bros. Brandy as well. E Dubb Whiskey,and a ton of Sailor Jerrys.
Ethan: Brandy, alllll day.
Whats the next move? Matt - Taking it one stride at a time for the moment being, many things to come for sure. Erosion is a name you will be seeing for awhile, so get used to it haha. Got some cool things in the works we are keeping wrapped up till its time. You can keep up to date on the facebook "Erosion" and the myspace as well at www.myspace.com/erosionmusicnc
Ethan: Bass & Beer store
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