The lyrically explosive, musically diverse, Funk Rock Hybrid with a Hip-Pop twist known as DOPESICKFLY emanate an upbeat feel good vibe. With a confidence and power they are encouraging & sing of life connecting to all ages. The bands distinctive sound and look is a result of four unique musicians coming together to create an extraordinary fusion.
Rehearsing original songs in the streets of Glasgow, Scotland, was the sound board and birth of the band. Since then, Dopesickfly have rubbed shoulders with some huge acts and supported the likes of Texas, Big Country, Kool & The Gang, Sugar Hill Gang, The Bluebells, Imelda May, Peter Hook & The Light, Raleigh Ritchie, The Milk, Kobi Onyame and Colonel Mustard & The Dijon 5, Ozomolati & Chali 2na.
In this interview spotlight, I chat with the band about their latest project, challenges, technology and more.
Full Q&A along with links and music below.
Where are you from and what style of music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily in marketing terms or by popular genre classifications.)
We’re from Glasgow, Scotland United Kingdom, moods. Eclectic Funk,Soul Rock with Hip Pop twist.
What led you down this path of music and what motivates you to keep going?
Ant reason would be he was inspired by artist Rob Thomas ofMatchbox20 & Tupac, Joe the bassist would be Stevie Wonder, Chris Guitarist Jimi Hendrix, Adrian Drummer Ac/Dc etc
How is this new release different than previous ones? Were you trying to accomplish anything specific?
We had a different producer Chris Gordon actually helped arrange, mix, master we took a month to finish our Dreamerz Never Sleep E.P we know who we are as artist now touring for 2 years between project helped us as live performers & studio recording artist.
Our first album was all live we did 9 songs in two days an we’re still proud of that magic
Name one or two challenges you face as an indie musician in this oversaturated, digital music age? How has technology helped you (since we know it does help)?
I would say cutting through the noise basically youhave become the artist, promter, booking agent etc but you learn more I think technology helps indie bands stand next to be acts we’ve toured & got chances to work with huge artist because of the internet & we get chat with people like yourself we’re beyond grateful
Which do you prefer? Vinyl? CDs? MP3s?
We love all the format they seem to serve a purpose Vinyl is a little more relaxing.
How about this one…. Do you prefer Spotify? Apple Music? Bandcamp? Or something else? Why?
I like all of them Spotify is quickier to access but Bandcamp is more artist friendly.
Where is the best place to connect with you online and discover more music?
Anything else before we sign off?
Thank you for giving us an amazing platform, Joshua.
