After establishing himself with a breadth of vibrant gems these last few years, fast-rising artist 46 Forty Six Band has now returned once again to deliver his stellar new single 'Never Ending Story'.
Bringing back more of that raw and driven alt-rock energy he has been creating over the years, 'Never Ending Story' makes for an incredibly bold and emotive listen. With its powerful production perfectly elevating his heartfelt vocals throughout, he is certainly looking to turn plenty of heads with this one.
So with the new single available to stream now, we sat down with him to find out more about his origins and what has been inspiring him most over the years.
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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
My guitar. I was already standing in my room in fourth grade with a tennis racket playing air guitar to Angus Young solos. I got my first guitar when I was twelve.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
AC/DC, Scorpions, Blind Guardian, Beatles and some Pop Songs of the 90’s and 80’s.
What was the first album you remember owning?
Metallica Live ‘89
What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?
You shook me all night long - AC DC
Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?
I travel to get new creativity when my battery is empty and I'm out of ideas.
Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?
Ghost, Sia, Rihanna, Sam Fender
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
Donington or Slane Castle
What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?
Being a musician means reflecting your soul to the outside world. You can use your instrument and singing to express feelings of all kinds and process them better. Music also has another level, touching people with your own feelings.
And what is the most frustrating part?
You have to work hard at the beginning to be able to live from and with the music. For example, I work in four different parts of music. Guitar lessons, live musician and, as I'm also a sound engineer, in my studio as a producer and at live events. I also do band coaching for young musicians and my students and help them with live performances or live technology when they are ready to play live. You have to be satisfied with little money and comfort, especially at the beginning.
And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?
Stay consistent and that you are the one, who stand on stage. Not the people in front.
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46 Forty Six Band's new single 'Never Ending Story' is available to stream now. Check it out in the player below.