1. Please introduce The Superfantastics and give some
back info:
One late summer eve, following a game
of tips (sort of like frisbee),
Steph mentioned that she would like to learn
how to play the drums and that the best way for her to learn would
be if someone played guitar
so she would have something to drum along to. Matt agreed to help
her out. thus began The Superfantastics.
2. How would you describe your music?
The band would most concisely be described as a simple and melodic
power-pop duo. The sound tends to embrace that of the early 90s
halifax music scene - the songs are generally quirky and rarely
exceed 2 minutes in length.
3. What does your family think of the band? How do you describe
it to relatives that have little to no experience with your type
of music?
Matt's parents haven't yet heard the band, but Steph's dad described
a performance as "less noisy than [he] thought it would be". Their
families are very supportive of their musical pursuits.
4. What does The Superfantastics mean to you?
"We just like to have fun STOP and try not to take ourselves too
seriously STOP" replies Stephanie via telegraph.
5. What are some things you try to communicate through the
music?
The songs are generally made up on the spot at their rehersals,
with Matthew penning the lyrics later on. The subject matter of
their songs usually revolves around a person or event that closely
affects the band.
6. What is it that drives you to play music together as The
Superfantastics?
Usually they walk. or take a cab. *Badum pshhh*
7. What bands, current and past, would you say influence the
band?
The band is heavily influenced by locals bands that they listen
to and play with, such as The Sleepless Nights, Dog Day and Contrived.
8. What is your musical background?
As mentioned earlier, Stephanie did not begin playing drums until
starting the band. Matt's been playing guitar and writing songs
in bands since junior high.
9. When did punk/indie/whatever come into play?
From day one. No, actually day 2. Day one was heavy metal.
10. What's been your most memorable live show to date?
A drag show called 'Hissyfit' back in March. They did a set of
covers by locals bands - Matt looked hot in a dress and Steph
looked like Luigi.
11. What would have to happen in order for you to feel as if
The Superfantastics should not play together anymore?
They generally try to steer away from talking about such things.
12. When do you think the best moment to listen to The Superfantastics
is?
When dancing, or in the mood for dancing.
13. If you had to choose a Superfantastics song for a mixtape
that includes Mirah, Deerhoof, Mates of State, This Bike is a
Pipe Bomb, Comtbatwoundedveteran, and Discount, which song would
you choose and why?
Impossible Pineapple Part ii. Why? Why not?
14. What is your favourite dance party song?
Pretty much everything on Muchmusic Dance Mix 93.
15. What plans are in the future for The Superfantastics?
Some halifax shows, maybe a small tour, and a demo released on
compact disc as well as cassette tape.
16. How can kids contact you?
myspace.com/thesuperfantastics
www.thesuperfantastics.com
matt@thesuperfantastics.com
steph@thesuperfantastics.com
