Mark’s return with Friday Dies is a powerful reintroduction, blending ‘90s thrash roots with modern polish. With new singles and an album underway, the journey continues, staying raw yet evolved.
1. Welcome
back, Mark! Let’s dive in—why did you choose “Protect Your Temple” as the
single to reintroduce Friday Dies? What does this song mean to you
personally?
It was the
first Friday Dies song written, it set the bar and the mood for the album.
2. You’ve
described “Protect Your Temple” as a ‘90s underground thrash number with a mix
of blues, groove, and neoclassical influences. Can you walk us through the
creative process of blending those styles in this track?
I think for
that one we were improvising a bit over some heavy groove metal stuff which
would have been the opening riff than I later wrote the middle part and it
sorta came together pretty naturally, a lot of people think of classical music
as something written out and played but they actually improvised a lot, the
sheet music was often just a reference to the movements.
3. The
instrumental bridge in “Protect Your Temple” is intense and dynamic. How did
you approach composing this part, and what inspired its war-like energy?
We were
always looking for a dark spooky way to express ourselves, the deep dark woods
is only frightening to those that don’t live in them.
4. You’ve
mentioned pulling songs from the band’s ’90s heyday as a foundation for your
return. What was it like revisiting and re-recording this material?
I never
re-recorded anything, I just re-released it . I think giving Friday Dies a
backstory and giving future listeners an idea off what’s on the way.
5. Your
son discovering your old CDs seems to have played a pivotal role in reigniting
your passion for music. Can you share how that moment inspired your decision to
return to the scene?
I think I
realized the music was real, it’s relevant today just as it was 25 years ago.
6. You’ve
been working on new material for over a year, with plans to release singles
leading up to an album, The Sky Is the Ocean, by late next year. How do
the new tracks compare to the old ones in terms of style and themes?
I think the
style is a bit broader in terms of influence, the recording and writing is more
polished, The Return of the Witch cd was recorded in a single day , in a duplex
on a 4- track, it was set up for failure really. The only thing we had were
good honest songs.
7. You’ve
touched on the challenges of staying relevant in today’s music industry. How
does your strategy of releasing singles every few weeks align with the current
music consumption trends?
I think
back then you would have released a whole album than promoted it , now you have
a song that you further cut up into 5 second clips and promote that. If your
lucky somebody might listen to the whole song, most likely they wouldn’t hear
the whole song unless they seen it live.
8. Let’s
talk live performances. What was it like getting back on stage after such a
long hiatus, and how are you approaching the search for a full-time band
lineup?
I missed
the live thing , I enjoy that a lot. As far as a more permanent line up goes,
I’m still searching. I found a drummer that I like, we get along quite well.
Still looking for a bassist.
9. In
the press release, you mentioned avoiding the ‘drugs scene’ in the late ’90s,
which contributed to stepping away from music. How do you feel the music scene
has changed since then, and how does it influence your approach now?
Not much changed, I’m just a lot more comfortable with who I am.
10. Your
lyrics in “Protect Your Temple” carry a fierce message. Can you elaborate on
the story or themes behind the song? What do you hope listeners take
away from it?
I think the
song is about resilience and inner strength, the.drive to protect yourself and
those you love.
11. With
a new album in the works and singles lined up for release, what are your goals
for Friday Dies in the next few years? Is there a specific audience or message
you want to connect with?
Friday Dies
aims to connect with their fans through honesty, integrity, and a sense of real
human connection. We want listeners to feel an authentic bond with the band and
find a real spiritual connection. The band’s message is about embracing the raw
energy and complexity of their music while staying true to their roots.
For those
just discovering us we hope to take you on a journey through fantastical places.
For long-time fans, the message is one of nostalgia and progression, showing
that while our sound may evolve, the core of Friday Dies remains the same.
12. Finally,
for those who might be discovering Friday Dies for the first time, what would
you say to them about your music and what they can expect from this new
chapter?
For those
just discovering us we hope
To take you
on a journey through
Fantastical
places. For long-time fans,
The message
is one of nostalgia and
Progression,
showing that while our
sound may
evolve, the core of Friday
Dies remains the same.
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