DPS Article Draft

Its their first interview, yet they have enough stories to tell to make it seem like they have been in the music business for ages. So we group 'the band' together to jump straight to the questions.

So, why is the group named ‘the band’ in the first place?

Frankly, because we couldn't think of a name, all of the group members argued a lot over this. We did have some suggestions over it such as chromatic, the chords, N-Di-Go and the tropical ants. It’s actually, pretty difficult to find a name that everyone likes enough. I think that Chromatic and N-Di-Go lasted the longest, well, a performance each. Until we all decided that we hated all of them. It wasn't just that, because everyone in school always referred to us as the band, and the rest of the names never cached on, so I guess it just stuck with us.

Who is part of it and what part do they play?

There are currently 7 members of the band, and we try to include many instruments and vocal abilities within the group to improve the performances. And so, we have the three main guitarists, Amber plays the lead, Dorthea plays bass and Kim plays rhythm guitar. Then we have Charlene behind the keyboard/piano and Yvonne playing the drums. All that is left are the actual singers, Emma and Chantelle.

When was the band actually formed?

Well, in year 9 we were put together in a group by a temporary music teacher called Mr Barlow. He collected us from different music classes and we played together. He helped us arrange songs, music and so on, which led to us being able to do it on our own once he left. So really, it’s him that we should be thankful for.

What have you achieved as the band so far?

We won the best cover at Newham’s battle of the bands! We covered ‘We are young’, and we enjoyed making covers so much that we ended up playing songs at the liturgy, charity events and even the school summer and chamber concerts. Our talent didn’t just stay in school, we even performed at a couple Challenge events, and we were part of the entertainment for the community fun day in Becton as well

What are the most favourite covers you have done and why?

Well, it has to be ‘We are young’ again! We had a lot of fun with it; the thing is with covers of songs you can always change the song a little. For example, during one performance, we reggaed it up half way through the song. Charlene changed the keyboard settings to steel drums, we changed the beat and Dorthea began doing call outs with her Jamaican accent. It was really fun we all enjoy playing the song and we would love to play it again sometime. We love mash ups of songs too, like in the rewards evening we did a medley of songs including the theme song for friends. That was really fun to cover as well.

Are you going to write any songs in the near future?

Yes, definitely! In fact, we are writing a Christmas song right now, which we will hopefully play at the Carol Concert.  And hopefully, if all goes well then we will write more songs in the future.

After writing the article for the double page spread, I experienced a lot of difficulty to actually gather the group for a photo shoot, which of course plays a vital part within the magazine. Unfortunately, this left me with no other option but to change the main focus of my magazine. I was very lucky to find replacement models for the photo shoot. However, this also meant that the article and the name or the group had to be changed as it would not have linked to the new models. 

The updated article for the double page spread:

Why do you call yourselves 'Double Vision'?

C: We actually argued a lot over the name of our band. But, eventually we settled for double vision. Because we have the same personality, same likes and dislikes, we are a copy of each other, basically. So it is as if the audience are seeing double. We are 1 person, 1 artist. Well, at least that is what I think. You should really ask Laura.

Must be a headache. So how does it feel to have reached the top?

C:Its unbelievable, we pinch ourselves every time we get to the studio, which reminds us that our career is setting off, this is actually happening! We will keep on making music for as long as it takes. (hopefully) Well seriously, we love music and it’s as simple as that.

L: Pfft. We haven't reached the top yet! We've only begun, so there's a long way for us to go. To be compared to amazing singers like Katy Perry is just- I have no words. We are just normal girls who have been extremely lucky to be honest.

Will you go for Lady Gaga style outfits next?

L: Well, no. Everything has been crazy up to now , but I doubt that we’ll go that far. Lady Gaga is just another level, I REALLY don't want to end up there. We want to stay true to ourselves, we don’t want to change the way we are. Maybe we can change our wardrobe a little, not too much though.  I don't want to end up being one of Lady Gaga's little monsters.

Has your life got more glamorous as your success has grown?

L: I wouldn't say that our life has become ‘glamorous’.  We don't get limo rides wherever we go, I still drive my old car. But it has definitely changed. I can't walk around town any more, without someone tapping me to take a picture.

C: Ooh! I know! We have a private jet! But. The only reason we have a jet is so we would be travel around really quickly. So its not so much for leisure. I will hijack it one day and just go to Hawaii. :)

What’s next for your career?

C: We’ve been working with our manager and producer a lot so far. We are currently coming up with our 2nd album, sorting out all of the lyrics. Its coming, its coming...

L: We are expecting to go on tour at some point as well. I have no Idea when or where so don’t ask. But it will be awesome. We will get to meet a lot of our fans, hopefully. 

Now lets get to know you a little bit! So, what’s your biggest fear?

C: Like any other girl in the world, I am absolutely terrified of bugs. Spiders, ants you name it. I can’t stand them!

L: I have a weird phobia. I am afraid of clowns. I cant go to a circus, I can't go to McDonald's, they freak me out. They look really evil, and I've been afraid since I was little so its bad that the phobia still hasn't disappeared. Don't laugh at me. I'm sure others have the same problem as me!

Enough CLOWNING around. What is your favourite dish?

C: I'm sorry is that even a question? I just eat everything. Food is the most glorious thing in the world!

L: You are so fat! Do you see what I have to live with? We go to a restaurant, and she orders nearly everything on the menu. 

What advice would you give to an aspiring artist?

C: Personally, I would say that you should never give up. We have been shot down so many times for trying but we never stopped. Now look where we are! Making music, being interviewed for magazines, going to concerts.

L: Because if you give up, you’ll never know how far you’ve gotten. So just push on. It is difficult. I'm not going to lie. But then again, what you put in is what you get out.