We've followed The Violet Burning for some time now and their unique sound.They were one of the participants in this years "Foundations Forum" in Los Angeles. Their incredible show at The Coconut Teaser was standing
room only, with many fans turned away. Ironically, it was here that DomoRecords first saw the
band and would later sign them. We briefly spoke with
Michael Prizel of the band recently:


Al:      How is your CD doing worldwide?

Michael: Well actually, the CD just got released in Europe a week ago. It seems to be doing
         very well there.

Al:      Are you planning to do a tour there soon?

Michael: Yes, we are going next week for about a two month tour for publicty.

Al:      This CD has been out for almost a year now. Are you writing the next CD yet?

Michael: No not yet. We've been real busy touring with this CD.

Al:      Do you have anything in your head on what you're going to write on the next CD?

Michael: No. We'll be writing when it comes to happen.

Al:      Do you plan to do any videos soon?

Michael: We'd like to do "Silver" maybe. But nothing at this time.

Al:      Where are you based out of?

Michael: Out of Long Beach.

Al:      Why did you guys focus on just the U.S. for a long time?

Michael: We wanted to get known in one area before we moved to the next. Plus we just
         got distributed in Europe just recently.

Al:      How do you feel about going to Europe?

Michael: Nervous. But real excited, as well!

Al:      What is your influences?

Michael: Wow, I could go on forever. I love all types of music. I guess that's why we have so
         many different sounds. I like the Beatles, Cure, Primus. When I was a kid, I thought
         "Never Mind The Bullocks" was the greatest!



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