Where did the name, The Arcade Fire come from?
If you rearrange the letters of "afraid the ceer" you get "The Arcade Fire"
How did the record deal come to fruition with Merge?
They like our music, and we like how they help music to be heard by people. It also didn't hurt that Mac's wife owns one of the most amazing restaurants we have ever eaten at.
How many band members are in the current line up?
And who’s playing which instruments?
6 or 7 depending on Will's school schedule.
Win - Bass, Guitar, Piano, Vocals
Regine - Synth, Drums, Accordian, Vocals
Richard - Guitar, Hitting Shit
Tim - Bass, Wide mouth throat singing
Jeremy - Drums, Tambourine
Sarah - Violin
Will - Hitting shit, Synth, Acoustic
Are you excited about the US Tour?
Yes...we get to eat in New Orleans again!.
Any plans of touring Europe?
In the spring most likely!
What brought you to Canada (Montreal) from Texas?
Stupid voices when you are trying to sleep.
Is the band excited about its sudden success with the debut “Funeral?”
Yes and No, but mostly yes!
What is the connection between the four Neighborhood tracks?
Read Plato's republic, then it will all be clear.
If you could choose how you were going to die. How and where would it be ?
I would break my leg at 95 in the kitchen while watching the super bowl, and then die in the hospital of breathing complications.
Any closing jokes, comments, secrets, recipes, or hygene tips?
A lady gave us a box of Tom's of Maine products in exchange for a guest list spot, and we have never smelled so good. |