Published 30 October 2010 on voltagemedia.com.au
The Horrorwood Mannequins have been festering in the Sydney music underground for a decade now, and it seems that the payday for their hard work and endurance is only a moment away. They have dilligently formed a cult following with their infectious, groovy and aggressive breed of horror metal. Singer Audri Medicate filled me in on all the gory details.
Exactly how long has Horrorwood Mannequins been around?
Audri: We started in early 2000. I'm not sure of the exact date. It all really came about by itself.
Name three of your main influences and what they've given to the band.
Audri: I really like Dope. I'm a big fan. Also of the other dope (he laughs). We have an eclectic taste. We take all kinds of styles of music and combine them, and as long as it sounds good we go with it.
You've been through numerous lineup changes in the past. Has this affected what goes into the Horrorwood Mannequins mix pot of music?
Audri: I'd say it's grown a bit more each time. With the older members we had some good chemistry but essentially there was no drive and no one was ready to take it to the next level. The new guys have been around awhile and they really have their balls to the wall on this one. Our drummer does groovy beats to please the moshers. The Doctor moved from bass to guitar, and our original bassist HIV is back to the bass. We really like to make the boys mosh and the girls dance!
What does the future hold for the band?
Audri: We'll be bigger, better and more offensive than ever! We've had our dramas with other bands and other people. We never die. We have a great cult vibe brewing. We're by no means mainstream but we seem to be showing up in lots of places.
You seem to be inspired by lethal dosages of horror movies...what are your favorites, and have you written any songs about them?
Audri: In terms of favorites, anything with a chainsaw to the face is a good jumping off point. I love Night of the Living Dead - without George A. Romero and Tom Savini none of it would ever have happened. I had the honor of spending a weekend hanging out with Savini. I got to interview him, we went for a Chinese dinner and had a ridiculously awesome time. It was just so strange to be sitting less than a meter away from the Grandfather of Gore.
What has been the biggest moment of your music career so far?
Audri: We've had quite a few. We shared the stage with Rose Tattoo...I thought I drank a lot! You should see those guys! Zombie Ghost Train are great to play with. It's always fun to run amok with the locals. We haven't toured with any international bands yet. I'm always reminded of the saying "Be wary of your heroes", because they can convey themselves as cool guys but in the end they can turn out to be assholes.
Where would you like to be in five years time with the band?
Audri: On top of the fucking world! There's only so long people can run and hie from us. It'd be great one day to put faces to the voices.
Where do you think you'll be in five years time?
Audri: Hopefully not at Centrelink!
Can we expect more Horrorwood Mannequins albums soon?
Audri: You certainly can. We guarantee it'll be out in 2011. It's taken some time and a lot of people have been asking, but we can't rush it and there's no point dropping the ball at the finishing line. Our promises will be kept and it's going to blow your brains against the fucking walls!
Please leave some last words for the VoltageMedia readers!
Audri: Promise nothing, expect everything.
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