Shinto Katana - is a metal band from Sydney, Australia. The band consists of vocalist Dave Naylor, guitarist Joel Moon and Jimi Macgregor, bassist Mitch Posadas and Michael “tronskonski” Evans on drums. Dave was kind enough to answer some questions for us.
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First of all, please tell us your name and what you do in the band.
Dave: I’m Dave and I do vocals for the band.
For people who have never heard of Shinto Katana, what are you guys all about?
D: We’re all about raw energy. Trying to bring the biggest sounds and one of the funnest live shows to the table constantly. We get a kick out of a room full of people going crazy.
For new listeners, what can we expect to hear from you guys?
D: Heavy guitar tones, aggressive vocals and upbeat anthems with a darker melodic twist. Our newer approach sees us leaning more towards the melodic/catchy side of things.
How and when did the band get together?
D: Band formed in 2005. We were basically just a bunch of friends who’d known each other for years and wanted to do something we all enjoyed.
Why should people listen to you guys, what makes you different than the average band?
D: Our differing personal influences makes us a lot quirkier than you’d think. In a sea full of bands doing the same thing over and over, I honestly believe we bring our own sound and style to the table. New album will show that a lot. We bring the heaviest and most aggressive songs to the party and then inject them with as much emotion and meaning as we possibly can.
How happy are you with where you are now?
D: To be honest I feel as though we’ve been floating around the same place for a while, and I think we’re ready to take it to the next level. I love that we can play shows to kids so far from home and have people sing along and go crazy.. But we’re hungry for more.
You guys recently did an asian tour, what are the top 3 memorable events from each city that you guys played in?
D: This tour has seen us visit an entire new world away from what we’re used to. I love the different cultures and the attitudes of the people who are literally meeting us for the first time. To name one memorable moment from each city would down-sell the amount of memorable events I’ve witnessed on this tour. I think I can honestly only say that the people we’ve met have made this one of the most memorable tours we’ve ever had. Including For The Fallen Dreams. Great dudes.
What is your favourite song to play live and why?
D: Ghost. It’s new, it’s fresh and it’s the perfect example of where we’re headed.
What is the funniest thing that has happened to you while on stage?
D: The funniest? Believe me, there’s a few. I’ve literally fallen off the stage onto my face, vomited into my own hands, had my pants pulled down by friends. I think the funniest thing would be, once, a 50 year old woman dragged me off stage and made me her bitch. Fully pumped me with her lips.
What is the funnies/weirdest thing a fan has ever said to you?
D: One girl asked if she could kiss my chest once.. That freaked me out.
What is your biggest pet peeve when you’re performing on stage?
D: Usually I get upset if my monitors aren’t working, but other than that, I’m pretty chilled. Hardcore shows bring a lot to the table. If you can’t handle the heat, get out of the kitchen, etc.
Kill one, marry one, fuck one your band mates.
D: Kill Jimi because he makes an irritating sound when he tastes things, Marry Tron because the marriage would probably last, Fuck Joelzy because he resembles a girl more than the other dudes.
If you were a Disney villain, who would you be and why?
D: The Big Bad Wolf from The Three Little Pigs.. Bacon rules.
If you could tour the world with any band, who would you go on tour with and where would you go?
D: I would tour with the Deftones. I would go everywhere with them.
Last but not least, promote yourself.
D: Make sure you keep your ears and eyes peeled for the new album dropping early 2012. It will be our best work yet!
Like them on Facebook here
Follow their official Twitter: @shintokatana
Follow their personal Twitter:
Dave: @thisismyruin
Michael: @TronskonskiTS
Jimi: @Jimi_Shinto
Mitch: @xdubsyexuse
Joel: @n00dlez666
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