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and told them that we wanted to help them raise their own profiles, so we created our own little agreement to help promote each other. If we can assist people like Kate Wild gain more exposure and become a household name, then we will enjoy that as much as getting there ourselves.
Your sound is quite a diverse eclectic selection of dance music. Ranging from some Trancey/EDM elements on the track “Hero", through to the Funky Disco infused track. “Im On Fire”. Where do you get your inspirations from, and do you have any favourite artists you would like to mention?
The idea behind our debut album was to really throw down a collection of songs
that show the potential of Mon Frere. We began by trying to create dance music along the lines of Swedish House Mafia and Avicii. However we soon realised that we could impart our own influences to create something different. The funk and disco vibe has come from Paul's years of playing with covers bands at local clubs and functions, covering tracks by artists such as Jamiroquai, Jackson 5, Sister Sledge, James Brown, Bruno Mars etc. My earlier influences as a DJ, such as great live acts like The Prodigy, Underworld and Orbital have also played a role in shaping Mon Frere's heavier sound. So our sound ventures across the landscapes of pop, trance, house, disco and funk. We just couldn’t help it. And we are really passionate about the possibilities of synchronising our songs to films. The first time I watched the film Trainspotting, I was blown away by the soundtrack. I had to go back and watch it four times before I realised that the amazing tracks were all by Underworld. We would be very proud if one day Mon Frere could create the score for a great film and live for eternity. The last track on our album 'Depths of Time' is a nod to a more cinematic/epic style of music that we are also passionate about creating that would lend itself in this capacity.
Do You guys think Dance music has become over-saturated with Artists easily being able to get their tracks released on digital labels and Beatport these days, or do you see it as healthy competition?
The music industry has changed so much in the last 20 years, and yes, with social media and instant connections through email/Facebook etc, it is easier for people to get their music out there. This doesn't mean that everyone is guaranteed success however. It is great though, that with initiative, creativity and hard work (not just in the music but in the promotional aspect of your product) that the playing field has been levelled somewhat. In theory, if the music is good enough, you should be able to get it heard by your target demographic, one way or another, and develop a genuine fan base. This spurs us on because we believe in what we are doing and have been very inspired by the feedback we have had so far.
Are you planning any tours or gigs to coincide with your studio tracks and album releases?
Our first live gig takes place this summer in Brighton. It will feature a full session band of live musicians with our own singers from the album at the helm. Matt will also be performing a DJ set either side of the performance featuring some of our heavier, more instrumental dance tracks amongst other popular dance artists. It should be quite the event; we are already putting aside money to replace the roof on the venue! We will then be working towards the dance tents of the festival circuit in 2016, where we will have a large visual effects