Our first interview will be with none other thatn Mike Patton. Mike Patton is the vocalist for Tomahawk, Fantomas,Peeping Tom, and countless other projects. He also just appeared in Steven Balderson's masterpiece "Firecracker" [dikenga.com for more info on the film.] He is also co-owner of Ipecac Recordings. So here is your 20 questions from the mind of Mike Patton.
TS: What's it like scoring your first film?
MP: Very slow! It's not easy that's for sure. The film directs the music. I am used to creating music without direction. I like the challenge.
TS: What does Peeping Tom sound like?
MP: I'm terrible at this. It sounds kind of trip hoppish and mordern poppish to me.
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MP: Not so hot. The romance was really cheezy. The last Batman was great though, especially in IMAX.
TS: Have you played the new Star Wars Battlefront game?
MP: Nah. Not into the Star Wars games. I'll stick with NBA and Grand Theft.
TS: When writing music what instrument comes first in the creative process?
MP: It varies.
TS: What kind of guitar do you prefer?
MP: No preference. Loud?
TS: Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all of the projects you take on?
MP: Nope. Variety is the spice of life. Some of the fans of my stuff do, but I don't.
TS: What's your involvement with the videogame Bully?
MP: Nothing, I'm not involved.
TS: Can we expect a Fantomas or Melvins DVD in the future?
MP: I'm sure eventually, but nothing planned right now although Isis are owrking on one for us and we will release a DVD of animations created by the artist Dalek.
TS: Do you have a theme for the next Fantomas record?
MP: Nope. That's a long time away.
TS: Are you making any guests appearences anytime soon?
MP: I'm playing with John Zorn in NYC on New Year's Eve and doing a couple of shows with Rahzel in Brooklyn on Dec. 28 & 29. Just did a track for the next DUB Trio record.
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TS: Would it piss you off to know that I have had a respirator microphone built?
MP: Why would that piss me off? Good on ya mate!
TS: Better band, Butthole Surfers or Ween?
MP: Tough question, because both bands evolve, but I would have to stick with my friends, Ween.
TS: Mike thank you so much for your time it has been an honor. If it wasn't for you and your label I wouldn't have anything to listen to.
MP: Oh come on, there is a lot out there, you just have to dig. But thanks!
MP: Nothing, I'm not involved.
TS: Can we expect a Fantomas or Melvins DVD in the future?
MP: I'm sure eventually, but nothing planned right now although Isis are owrking on one for us and we will release a DVD of animations created by the artist Dalek.
TS: Do you have a theme for the next Fantomas record?
MP: Nope. That's a long time away.
TS: Are you making any guests appearences anytime soon?
MP: I'm playing with John Zorn in NYC on New Year's Eve and doing a couple of shows with Rahzel in Brooklyn on Dec. 28 & 29. Just did a track for the next DUB Trio record.
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TS: Would it piss you off to know that I have had a respirator microphone built?
MP: Why would that piss me off? Good on ya mate!
TS: Better band, Butthole Surfers or Ween?
MP: Tough question, because both bands evolve, but I would have to stick with my friends, Ween.
TS: Mike thank you so much for your time it has been an honor. If it wasn't for you and your label I wouldn't have anything to listen to.
MP: Oh come on, there is a lot out there, you just have to dig. But thanks!
MP: No. I hate writing.
TS: What's a more powerful force in music, emotion or imagination?
MP: Imagination. At least it should be.
TS: Will the next Tomahawk album be left of center?
MP: Oh yeah. Kind of has a native american feel.
TS: Any music recommendations?
MP: Mugison and Messer Chups.
TS: I've always been a fan of your musical toys and effects. Have you found anything new or have a favorite?
MP: No, not that I can think of.
TS: Do you use Pro Tools?
MP: I'm trying to learn it, yes.
TS: What's the last good movie you watched?
MP: Capote.
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This is me, TenSticks signing off......