The Drums Interview

Last week we caught up with Jonathan from The Drums before they kicked off their stint on the NME Awards tour…

The Drums are touring the UK with NME - how do you feel about playing such a prestigious tour!?

It’s really incredible for us. We started this band just a year ago, so to be asked to be on the NME tour really is quite an honor, but more than that, it’s shocking!

Things all seem to have happened fairly quickly for you guys, what were you all doing this time last year!?

This time last year we were writing our first few songs and living in Florida. I was still working at a shoe shop and Jacob was some sort of a security guard. We were both also taking flying lessons.

How did you all meet?

I me Jacob years ago as a little boy at summer camp an we stayed in touch ever since. Adam grew up in my small town and Connor, we just met 8 months ago in NYC. We feel pretty lucky to all be in the same band. We share so many of the same interests. We share a strong vision of what a proper pop songs is.

Most famous person you’ve seen at one of your shows?

Debbie Harry came to our last NYC gig. That was pretty surreal.

You just played a sold out show at The Bowery Ballroom, how was that?

Well, it felt really great and somewhat reassuring. I mean, I think traditionally, America is a hard-rock loving country, and to see America open up, even slightly for a more delicate brand of rock n’ roll, well thats encouraging.

Where are you favourite hangouts in Brooklyn/Manhattan?

Tiffany and Jimmy’s apartment and Drew, Macky and Aimee’s apartment.

Is this your first time playing in Scotland?

Yes, and we are excited to see this beautiful country. Hypothetically, it has always been one of our favorite places.

Your myspace lists Orange Juice and The Wake among your influences, is there a place in your heart for Scottish bands?

Yes, absolutely. Any place that breeds such perfect songwriting is a place we hold in high regard. I love you, Scotland!

What should we expect from the album?

Its a bit more serious and a bit more personal than the Summertime! EP. Expect a darker side of The Drums.

Will we be seeing you at the festivals or back for a solo tour later this year!?

Festivals, yes. But, we are also touring with Florence and The Machine in May all over the UK, and then we will be back to tour solo sometime in October I think.