now, so we decided to make it a self-titled album. I’m biased to label the kind of music we do - we’re often referred
to as an Art/Vintage Rock act - but if I were to, I’d say it offers a blend of subtle revivalism, psychedelia and latin-flavoured percussions.
24: When can we expect the album?
We were blessed by having Marc Ford (ex-Black Crowes, Ben Harper, Burning Tree) to helm our new album, and
guide us through the process of making this record. The album is being mixed right now.
24: Finally, if each of you were to suddenly become a flavour of ice cream, which one would you be?
24: What are your goals for this album?
David Stracci: We want to get our music reachable to people, so we have plans of having the new album released
and available in both hemispheres. Playing live is vital for
a band - it allows you to get in touch with people, know different places and make new friends – so we’re looking forward to getting back to the road and touring as much as we
can for this album.
24: Were there any challenges during the process of recording this album?
Rod: Yes, we’ve been challenged to adapt, to be resilient. I
mean, it’s ok to give ideas, but sometimes you have to take
the backseat and enjoy the view, and it’s great when you’re
working with people you trust. Once you develop this cool
and relaxed environment, things start to flow naturally, you
know. At the end of the day, it was all there, everyone was
happy about the outcome, and there was growth all the
way.
Besides that, I was also challenged to wear a leather Michael Jackson jacket (a real tight one) and do the moonwalk;
but I think Nae Silva (drummer) was given a greater challenge, he had to stand against the mighty “Hat Trick”. We
filmed this epic facedown and posted it on our Instagram
account, check that out.
24: Was there anything new or interesting you learned during the recording process?
Nae Silva: Yes, we learned a lot during the pre-production
sessions; whether we were thinking arrangements or jamming, we learned a lot from each other. Respect different
opinions, deal with the fact that you’re not as smart as you
thought you were, those things were great lessons for us
as band. It’s funny to say that, but during the recording of
this album, I felt as I was learning everything again “how to
play the snare, how to play cymbals”. It’s fair to say Marc
(producer) and Antoine (studio engineer) were kind and respectful to us, so it became easy letting go of everything
I thought I knew, and starting off from the basics – like
learning to walk again.
David Stracci: As of now, we don’t have an estimated release date yet. But it’s sure to tell we’re shooting for a lateMarch 2015 release. Stay tuned!
David Stracci: Some ice cream mixing classic with exotic
flavors, with a psychedelic look, maybe chocolate ice cream
with snake meat (!) with a colorful topping.
Nae Silva: This is the hardest question… I would say a lemon ice cream; people know that it’s sour and acid, but they
still love it!
Rod Lopez: I’m not sure about the flavour, but I would like
it to have beer (I believe someone may have tried that already). It would be cool to have some glowing ingredient,
so people would find me even in the dark.
24: Thank you Republique du Salem for your time, we cannot wait for your album!
David Stracci: Give yourself an opportunity to know our
music, and you won’t regret. Thank you 24ourmusic for the
interview, you guys make an excellent work.
Nae Silva: Thanks, and hope too see you on the road very
soon! God bless.
Rod Lopez: 24ourMusic, congrats for the work. To our
friends and fans, the wait has been long, but we’re back!
" IT’S FUNNY TO SAY THAT, BUT
DURING THE RECORDING OF
THIS ALBUM, I FEL AS I WAS
T
LEARNING EVERYTHING AGAIN
“HOW TO PLAY THE
SNARE, HOW TO
PLAY CYMBALS”. "
Nae Silva
25 – 24OURMUSIC