Artist of the Day | THE SYMBIOTICS
ARTIST OF THE DAY
20.12.2020
THE SYMBIOTICS
LOCATION
Edmonton, AB
GENRE
Rock... Alternative Rock... Maybe a bit of pop...
CURRENT MEMBERS
The band is currently isolating in a home studio outside of the city in an undisclosed location working away on their first album and have decided they would like to be known simply as JD and WF.
With the current pandemic, the state of the music and touring industry has dramatically changed. Where were you when everything was brought to a halt?
(Both JD and WF) We were actually an entirely different act prior to the pandemic. We played our last show as our previous band (H&B) on March 13 right before the initial quarantine. Over the course of the pandemic we realized we had to reform due to some toxic influences within the band, thus, THE SYMBIOTICS WERE BORN!
How has that affected your plans for the coming year? Did you have a tour planned, upcoming album release?
(JD) We had a full length album planned as our previous moniker, but after a fast line up shift and quick home studio build we got back on track as our new selves and with a new vision and what would become The Symbiotics first album (to be released early 2021)!
What have you been doing to fill/make the most of your new-found free time at home? How are you supporting your mental health through all of this?
(WF) Mental health? What's that? I'm just kidding, it's actually been a struggle on and off over the course of the pandemic. With the reformation of the band and loss of friends and relationships that came with that, we had some time to reflect and gain some serious clarity. On top of that, having our home studio outside of the city has been amazing for musical inspiration and some major direction shifts. To sum it up, we've been spending too much time outside lol
How are dealing with the Covid second wave?
(JD) It's been tough, but by nature we are social animals and this new normal has been a transition for sure. I think if we all work together and follow the local regulations to limit the spread, we can come through this, better than ever!
Favourite Starlite Room Moment?
(JD) The many many time we've seen our local boys, Royal Tusk (shout out) rock the shit out of that amazing venue! Not to mention all of the other rad shows we've gone to over the years!
Do you have a message for everyone at home reading this?
(Both JD and WF) Stay strong, as cliche as it is lol We're all in this together and as time goes on that only becomes more apparent! Lots of love, The Symbiotics
The Symbiotics
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