Hey Brian thank you so much for doing this interview with Canadian Brutality.
The first question I would like to ask you is what is the name of the band you are currently in? Also, have you been in different bands previously other than this one?
The name of our band is Disgust, a brutal death metal band from Cambridge. I play in this band with two twins (Chris and Sean) and we've been at it for the last 14 years. The
only other band I was in, I was playing guitar for a slam band called Sewer, also from Cambridge but now defunct.
What is the major part in the band that you play? What do you mostly do or contribute to your band?
I play guitar and do vocals for Disgust. I write most of the songs and we all collaborate to put the finishing touches on it. I take care of the creativity aspect (writing and lyrics) where
Chris and Sean take care of the technical aspect (recording, engineering and mixing our music).
Can you give us a little bio about yourself?
Sure. I'm either a quiet guy or I can't shut up, depending on my comfort level. I've made a career in Sales and outside of playing death metal I have a passion for mixed martial arts. I do my
best to find a balance between my career, my passions and of course my family which is number one for me.
How many albums, ep's, and/or demos have you released?
We have a demo back from '03 that we did, a split from '05, a compilation in '06 and have released two full lengths in 2004 and 2011 respectively. We are currently in production for our next
full length album which we are hoping to release in early 2017.
Do you think the BDM in canada has changed over the years?
I wouldn't say it has changed as much as it has evolved. The bar has been raised and our music is better accepted. When I was in High School, wearing a Cannibal Corpse tshirt was as underground
as it got back in those days, where now Cannibal Corpse is a widely known band. Finding a drummer 12 years ago that knew how to blast beat was difficult, but today it is your standard. I couldn't
be happier to see this evolution and can't wait to see the next crop of BDM bands in Canada take centre stage.
Is there a particular band that you think defines CBDM?
No, not at all. I think there are the well known ones that are obvious (Cryptopsy or Gorguts) but this music is so underground that all of us have an equal chance to collectively define this
music in this country, just put your neck out there and you'll click with someone.
Do you have any major Canadian musician influences?
Lol. Yes I do but a lot of it is not death metal so I'm just going to leave it at that.
Can you tell me the name of one CBDM band you have seen live who blew you away?
As far as being "blown away" probably the first time I saw Deamon back in 2004. I never heard of them before that show and they blew the doors off me. I'd say 99% of the bands we have played
with have impressed me but it's harder to impress me as time goes on as I'm conditioned to holding a certain standard which luckily for me, no one disappoints.
What would you say is the essential Canadian Brutal Death Metal album?
None so Vile by Cryptopsy. My answer would've been the same 10 years ago, so either I need to search harder or that album was so ahead of its time that it still holds depth to this date.
Are the any newer Canadian Brutal Death Metal bands you like or enjoy listening to?
I don't know if Serene Molestation is considered newer but these guys are awesome to listen to. Almost every band we shared the stage with is great to listen to.
Can you tell me one of the funniest memories you have with the band?
Oh man, lol, I don't know how public this interview will become so I'll tread lightly on this one. It probably has to be back from our first Canadian tour with the band Inveigh in August 2004.
What started out from a prank of throwing pudding at eachothers vans on the highway escalated to putting human waste (and deer piss I might add) on eachothers vans. After 3 weeks of this, the
humour wore off and a truce was called, but getting from the pudding to the deer piss had some serious laughs in between.
Would you like to share any advice for upcoming acts or anyone who would just like to start playing music in general?
Besides practicing... Have fun and make music that YOU enjoy. It's easy to get caught into trying to write what you think people want to hear but don't bother. Make music for you and your band
and stand by it. Who cares who your influences are or what some random guy tells you "what would sound awesome", you get one life and one chance to make something for yourself to be proud of
and if people dig it or not, it's just a bonus. Be passionate, own your craft, work hard and the rest is a bonus and will take care of itself.
What is the best poutine you have ever eaten and where did you get it?
There is only one answer to this question and it CANNOT be disputed. Anywhere in Montreal, yes, it's that good. There's poutine from Montreal and than poutine that wishes it was from Montreal.
That's it folks, don't chase the dragon.
We thank Brian for taking his time to do this interview with us check outhis band DISGUST www.facebook.com/disgustmusic
Keep it brutal.
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