>MIKE PATTON

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHOTO: DUSTIN RABIN

TS: Besides Peeping Tom, Tomahawk, and your guest
appearances what's your next musical endeavor?
MP: Geez. Not sure. I've got another Peeping Tom I'm working on and a collaboration with Eyvind Kang. There is talk of another Lovage and doing a recording with Rahzel. I'm working on a couple Indie film scores.
TS: Tell us more about the show in (Modena) Italy. Will it be recorded and/or released?
MP: Nothing official on that. Don't think so.
TS: How is the Tomahawk album going? Have you titled
the album?
MP: Going slow. About half way through the trading tapes phase. Still a lot to do. Not even close to having a
title.

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MP: Hmmm. That is tough. Just based on the name I'd say Death Cab For Cutie, but I've never heard their music.
TS: Did you have an opportunity to watch Firecracker on the big screen?
MP: Yes. Did you?
TS: Do you have a favorite director?
MP: Danny Devito.
TS: How involved are you with your albums artwork?
MP: Very, extremely..... too involved!!!!
TS: Which of the Fantomas albums have sold the most?
MP: Boys count em, men drink em.
TS: Any plans to work with Kaada?
MP: It would be nice. He is a VERY talented artist.

TS: What kind of touring can we expect from Peeping Tom?
MP: Hopefully some interesting opening slots or theater shows in the Fall.
TS: How many Peeping Tom albums will there be out of the material you've got now?
MP: Probably 3.
TS: Have you taken anymore acting gigs?
MP: Nope, but did the voice of the title character in a
big videogame for the PS3 called "The Darkness".
TS: Is the Pinion soundtrack going to be released?
MP: I don't think so.
TS: What kind of sampling software do you use? How do
you trigger the samples live?
MP: Man, you think I'm going to give you my secrets??? I use Norton Anti Virus.
TS: Any Ipecac news you would like to share with us?
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TS: Okay Mike, lets start a few Internet rumors. What are a few musical ideas/projects that you would like to do, but will most likely never see the light of day?
MP: I'd like to be the singer for INXS. Is that job
still open? I'd like to play a part in the next Grand
Theft Auto game.
TS: How do you feel about the Lakers?
MP: I'm surprised they are doing as well as they are.
Phil and Kobe alone is still better than half the
teams in the NBA. Should be an active off season.

MP: We are damn busy! Keep an eye on www.ipecac.com for the straight skinny.
TS: Will the upcoming Fantomas big band be released on DVD/CD?
MP: No .
TS: Do you ever suffer from writers block?
MP: Lyrically, yes. Musically, never.
TS: What does it take for a band to get signed on Ipecac?
MP: Got to be real good looking. Have you seen the guys in Venomous Concept? To be honest we not only have 2006 filled up but we almost have 2007 complete as well. So unless your name is Sigur Ros or Willie Nelson we don't have any room for you.
TS: What's the worst band you've heard lately?

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TS: Thanks again for taking time to answer our questions. It's always a pleasure and we here at Tensticks hope and pray you will never retire...May the force be with you and your Lakers General P..
MP: Retire???? I'm just getting started. Thanks!