Interview with Linke by "Linke FR"
2010-08-24 @ 20:04:19Okey, to make this clear.
This interview was made by Linke FR and I don't owe anything. They were so nice to send me the original interview in English, which means, that I didn't translate it. So, all credits goes to Linke FR. Thanks a lot! :)
The interview was posted on August 6 - 2010.
Do you intend to bring out an album, other than on Itunes ?
- Yeah, the EP we released on iTunes was rather made to have presentable material, so hopefully a full album will follow. :) finding a record label is also one of the things I will try here.
Will you make another videos like Head Cinema ?
- Oh most definitely!
Will you make some real video clip ?
- Hmm yeah, probably if i have a label, as I couldn't make one on my own. :)
Would you like to come in France for a concert ? And when will you come back ?
- Yeah I would like to. I dont know yet when I will come back tho.
Do everything take place well in States for you ?
- Yeah. :)
Do you plan to remain solo the rest of your carreer ?
- No, I don't plan to have a solo career at all, but rather form a new band. As soon as possible I wanna get away from that "solo" thing.
If ever Panik intended to re-form in the future, willyou agree to return as bass player in the group or would you prefer to continue your solo career?
- I think that's impossible to tell right now. Maybe, maybe not. :)
Do you regularly take news from the other members of Panik ?
- Yeah!
Will you give us one day lyrics of your songs ? :)
- Well, just listen to them? :)
Do you always get as well with the other members of Panik or are there any tensions ?
- We get along perfectly well!
Do you write sometimes naturally in German , or even speak ?
- Yeah I do, sometimes that is weird when I'm facing an American person, and start to talk in German all of a sudden.
Do you know Alexandre Dumas complete works ?
- No, there is still a lot I have to read. It's kind of tough to get a hold of all his works though.
If you had the choice, would you prefer a record company or a functioning in auto-production ?
- I don't know what an auto-production is, but yes, I would prefer having a record company behind my back, to be able to record / produce / release the first albums properly.
In the group which you intend to establish, will you completely abandon your role of bass/guitarist player to other one?
- It actually was my plan to sing only, but pretty much everyone convinced me to play the guitar and sing, so I guess I will give in and do so. :)
Would this group be rather a " stage group " simply to support you in concert, or would you share composition and writing with the other members?
- I think it's about good music. It doesn't matter if I write it, or another band member. Yet I believe that I will kinda remain in the position of leading the way, but I think being open for ideas or even full songs from other people is very important. I don't care if I wrote the song or somebody else, and I think neither the listeners do.
Will you accept a collaboration with one or more people from your former band Panik if they suggest you ?
- Sure why not, depends on the collaboration tho. :)
Do you have some good memories of your passages in France ?
- Yeah, the Lille concert still has been the best concert ever to me.
Finally, can you tell us some words in French ?
- Alors, mon francais est files un mauvais coton(is that correct?) :)
Once again, I'd like to thank the girls so much, and thank you, Aubéri for sending me the interview :)
Do you intend to bring out an album, other than on Itunes ?
- Yeah, the EP we released on iTunes was rather made to have presentable material, so hopefully a full album will follow. :) finding a record label is also one of the things I will try here.
Will you make another videos like Head Cinema ?
- Oh most definitely!
Will you make some real video clip ?
- Hmm yeah, probably if i have a label, as I couldn't make one on my own. :)
Would you like to come in France for a concert ? And when will you come back ?
- Yeah I would like to. I dont know yet when I will come back tho.
Do everything take place well in States for you ?
- Yeah. :)
Do you plan to remain solo the rest of your carreer ?
- No, I don't plan to have a solo career at all, but rather form a new band. As soon as possible I wanna get away from that "solo" thing.
If ever Panik intended to re-form in the future, willyou agree to return as bass player in the group or would you prefer to continue your solo career?
- I think that's impossible to tell right now. Maybe, maybe not. :)
Do you regularly take news from the other members of Panik ?
- Yeah!
Will you give us one day lyrics of your songs ? :)
- Well, just listen to them? :)
Do you always get as well with the other members of Panik or are there any tensions ?
- We get along perfectly well!
Do you write sometimes naturally in German , or even speak ?
- Yeah I do, sometimes that is weird when I'm facing an American person, and start to talk in German all of a sudden.
Do you know Alexandre Dumas complete works ?
- No, there is still a lot I have to read. It's kind of tough to get a hold of all his works though.
If you had the choice, would you prefer a record company or a functioning in auto-production ?
- I don't know what an auto-production is, but yes, I would prefer having a record company behind my back, to be able to record / produce / release the first albums properly.
In the group which you intend to establish, will you completely abandon your role of bass/guitarist player to other one?
- It actually was my plan to sing only, but pretty much everyone convinced me to play the guitar and sing, so I guess I will give in and do so. :)
Would this group be rather a " stage group " simply to support you in concert, or would you share composition and writing with the other members?
- I think it's about good music. It doesn't matter if I write it, or another band member. Yet I believe that I will kinda remain in the position of leading the way, but I think being open for ideas or even full songs from other people is very important. I don't care if I wrote the song or somebody else, and I think neither the listeners do.
Will you accept a collaboration with one or more people from your former band Panik if they suggest you ?
- Sure why not, depends on the collaboration tho. :)
Do you have some good memories of your passages in France ?
- Yeah, the Lille concert still has been the best concert ever to me.
Finally, can you tell us some words in French ?
- Alors, mon francais est files un mauvais coton(is that correct?) :
Interview with Linke (by me)
2010-06-19 @ 23:19:49I was lucky enough to get the chance to make a little "interview" with Linke.
I asked you to write some questions, and I got a lot of them. Thank you!
But since it was so many, I couldn't take all of them, but they're all saved in a document on my computer, so if I ever get this opportunity again, I'll look at them! ;)
So now, if you want to put this interview on your own page or so, fine, but damn you if you don't source me! I'll hunt you with my precious spoon and curse you! -.-'' the same with translations. It's my interview :)
ENJOY :D
1. How's life in L.A? And what do you think about the climate?
- The climate is awesome, always great weather, and great musicians... I love it. :)
2. What's the worst/best with L.A/the U.S? And what makes it so different from Germany?
-Jess/Vewqa/Rania
- The traffic is HORRIBLE. There is no public transport opportunities, and LA is just HUGE with very long distances... So basically, without a car, you are fucked. big time. And the food here is not really good, its like... European food, but always a really sweetened, unhealthy version of it. :)
3. Are you living on your own, or do you have a roomie?
- I'm living together with a cool guy called Steven right now.
4. Is there anything you miss with Germany/Europe? Will you ever come back?
-Jess/Rania
- Yeah I miss Germany. Hopefully I will come back some times.
5. When did you decide to move to the U.S? Is it an old "childhood" dream, or just something you suddenly, decided to do?
-Vewqa
- Hmm, it has always been a childhood dream, but I never really took or planned to take the step. Eventually when we decided to break up as a band, I started to take it seriously and got my green card.
6. How did you get your "green card"? And did you have to do something special to get it?
- Yeah, alot of tests and certifications, took quite some time. Hm not too special stuff, just being educated, having enough money... yeah. And being healthy. :)
7. I think (and have noticed on your facebook comments) that you have a lot of European fans left. Would you like to come back to Europe after releasing your album, for some concerts?
- Yes, hopefully I will find a great label to start off in Europe aswell.
When can we buy your songs "Goodbye" and "No Tomorrow" (new version) on iTunes?
-Trine
Hmm,, I could arrange that actually. Would people actually want that? :)
8. Would you like to make a duet? If yes, with whom would it be?
-Ingrida
Dunno, probably with Trent Reznor.
9. Where do you find your inspiration? And how do you translate your thoughts into words/notes?
-Jess/Mary
All kinds of things.. daily things, thoughts... just write everything down. :)
11. Which languages are you able to speak?
German, English. And a tiny little bit of a few others.
12. How was it to grow up with a photographer? Was it a camera following you around all days or was it just like "normal"?
Normal. I barely saw a camera since my mother usually takes photos of animals.
13. Do you like poetry? If yes, who's your favorite poet?
-Ingrida
Yeah, I do, tho I don't read much poetry. Edgar Allan Poe is great.
14. What kind of stories are you writing at the moment? (the ones you told the French Forum about? ;)
-Ingrida
Yes. :)
15. Which of your songs, are your favorite? And have you thought of making a video for any song? If yes, which?
-Ingrida
Hmm, that varies alot, tho Sail Away might be my favorite right now. I wanna record some live acoustic videos, but thats about it so far, haven't thought about having proper music videos.
16. If there was one moment and place in the world you would like to visit, where and when to would you go?
-Monika
Hm, nice question. I guess it would either be sometime in France in the 17th century, or roundabout 2000 years ago in egypt. Would be really interesting and fascinating
17. Have you gotten recognised by any Americans yet? If yes, tell us, how was it?
No I haven't.
Will you create your own youtube channel and start making your own vlogs?
-Jana/Line
No.
18. What was your first earthquake like? Were you scared?
-Jana
It was worth an experience. :) And no, I wasn't really scared, rather interested.
19. Are you going to visit/play in Norway/Scandinavia when you're coming to Europe? If not, Schattenmacht will send the Fenris wolf after you.
-Silje
Would be awesome to go to scandinavia at some point.
20. What's your favorite place in Germany?
-Vewqa
Hmm I cant really tell. The south is beautiful, but I must say that I yet have to find my favorite town. :)
21. Why did you change your haircut from short hair to long hair?
-Jana
Cos I am lazy. :)
22. Do you know anything about the northern mythology, and in that case, what? Are you interested in it?
-Silje
Only a little. I read a few books about the old gods and the superstitions.
23. If you played in a movie, what type would you choose (drama/comedy/etc.)? Which actors would you like to play with?
-Ingrida
Probably in a historical or fantasy movie, I guess. My favorite actors are Ben Foster and Chris Isaacs.
24. Which is the thickest book you've ever read?
-Jana
Probably Dostoevskys The Idiot. At least it felt really thick. Or the count of monte cristo? Dunno which one is thicker.
25. What's your favourite cartoon hero and if you had superpowers, what would it be?
-Ingrida/Mary
I don't know. But I would love to travel in time. :)
26. Is there any plans that you'd like to share with us? Like, a new band or so?
-Jess/Devilish
Time will tell. :)
27. What do you think about your fans and what would you like to tell them?
-Jana/Line/Jess
It's great to know there's people who enjoy listening to my music. :) That's what it's all about to me. They are very supportive.
28. Is there anything you'd like to tell the "Panik fans"?
Same as above. :) The fans were great!
(Since I'm Swedish - I just have to ask.
Have you ever been to Sweden and are you able to say some words in Swedish?
No I haven't, and all I can say is mykket snyggt. :)
Would you like to come here for a concert? Or maybe, private?
Yea both actually!
And what do you think of, when someone mentions Sweden?)
beautiful country, good looking girls, ivanovic ;)
How's life in L.A? And what do you think about the climate?
- The climate is awesome, always great weather, and great musicians... I love it. :)
What's the worst/best with L.A/the U.S? And what makes it so different from Germany?
(Jess/Vewqa/Rania)
- The traffic is HORRIBLE. There is no public transport opportunities, and LA is just HUGE with very long distances... So basically, without a car, you are fucked. big time. And the food here is not really good, its like... European food, but always a really sweetened, unhealthy version of it. :)
Are you living on your own, or do you have a roomie?
- I'm living together with a cool guy called Steven right now.
Is there anything you miss with Germany/Europe? Will you ever come back? (Jess/Rania)
- Yeah I miss Germany. Hopefully I will come back some times.
When did you decide to move to the U.S? Is it an old "childhood" dream, or just something you suddenly, decided to do? (Vewqa)
- Hmm, it has always been a childhood dream, but I never really took or planned to take the step. Eventually when we decided to break up as a band, I started to take it seriously and got my green card.
How did you get your "green card"? And did you have to do something special to get it?
- Yeah, alot of tests and certifications, took quite some time. Hm not too special stuff, just being educated, having enough money... yeah. And being healthy. :)
I think (and have noticed on your facebook comments) that you have a lot of European fans left. Would you like to come back to Europe after releasing your album, for some concerts?
- Yes, hopefully I will find a great label to start off in Europe aswell.
When can we buy your songs "Goodbye" and "No Tomorrow" (new version) on iTunes? (Trine)
Hmm,, I could arrange that actually. Would people actually want that? :)
Would you like to make a duet? If yes, with whom would it be? (Ingrida)
Dunno, probably with Trent Reznor.
Where do you find your inspiration? And how do you translate your thoughts into words/notes? (Mary/Jess)
All kinds of things.. daily things, thoughts... just write everything down. :)
Which languages are you able to speak?
German, English. And a tiny little bit of a few others.
How was it to grow up with a photographer? Was it a camera following you around all days or was it just like "normal"?
Normal. I barely saw a camera since my mother usually takes photos of animals.
Do you like poetry? If yes, who's your favorite poet? (Ingrida)
Yeah, I do, tho I don't read much poetry. Edgar Allan Poe is great.
What kind of stories are you writing at the moment? (the ones you told the French Forum about? ;)) (Ingrida)
Yes. :)
Which of your songs, are your favorite? And have you thought of making a video for any song? If yes, which? (Ingrida)
Hmm, that varies alot, tho Sail Away might be my favorite right now. I wanna record some live acoustic videos, but thats about it so far, haven't thought about having proper music videos.
If there was one moment and place in the world you would like to visit, where and when to would you go? (Monika)
Hm, nice question. I guess it would either be sometime in France in the 17th century, or roundabout 2000 years ago in egypt. Would be really interesting and fascinating
Have you gotten recognised by any Americans yet? If yes, tell us, how was it?
No I haven't.
Will you create your own youtube channel and start making your own vlogs? (Jana/Line)
No.
What was your first earthquake like? Were you scared? (Jana)
It was worth an experience. :) And no, I wasn't really scared, rather interested.
Are you going to visit/play in Norway/Scandinavia when you're coming to Europe? If not, Schattenmacht will send the Fenris wolf after you. (Silje)
Would be awesome to go to scandinavia at some point.
What's your favorite place in Germany? (Vewqa)
Hmm I cant really tell. The south is beautiful, but I must say that I yet have to find my favorite town. :)
Why did you change your haircut from short hair to long hair? (Jana)
Cos I am lazy. :)
Do you know anything about the northern mythology, and in that case, what? Are you interested in it? (Silje)
Only a little. I read a few books about the old gods and the superstitions.
If you played in a movie, what type would you choose (drama/comedy/etc.)? Which actors would you like to play with? (Ingrida)
Probably in a historical or fantasy movie, I guess. My favorite actors are Ben Foster and Chris Isaacs.
Which is the thickest book you've ever read? (Jana)
Probably Dostoevskys The Idiot. At least it felt really thick. Or the count of monte cristo? Dunno which one is thicker.
What's your favourite cartoon hero and if you had superpowers, what would it be? (Ingrida/Mary)
I don't know. But I would love to travel in time. :)
Is there any plans that you'd like to share with us? Like, a new band or so? (Devilish/Jess)
Time will tell. :)
What do you think about your fans and what would you like to tell them? (Jana/Line/Jess)
It's great to know there's people who enjoy listening to my music. :) That's what it's all about to me. They are very supportive.
Is there anything you'd like to tell the "Panik fans"?
Same as above. :) The fans were great!
(Since I'm Swedish - I just had to ask. ;))
Have you ever been to Sweden and are you able to say some words in Swedish?
No I haven't, and all I can say is mykket snyggt. :) (let me just point out that it's spelled: mycket ;))
Would you like to come here for a concert? Or maybe, private?
Yea both actually!
And what do you think of, when someone mentions Sweden?
beautiful country, good looking girls, ibrahimovic
Thanks a lot to Linke, who took his time to answer the questions, I really appreciate it ;)
Interview with French PK Forum
2010-05-23 @ 22:16:47So, the French Panik Forum made an interview with Linke, and the Czech/Slovak Panik blog translated it.
All credits to them and nothing to me! Btw, I found this on Line's blog ;)
You've left Germany to permanently settle down in Los Angeles, can you tell us something about your decision and how you feel there?
I feel great here, the sun is shining all the time and I am happy. Actually, I have to admit, I don't miss home at all.
You are recording new songs on Myspace, we can imagine you want to release a solo album in a short while. Do you have any idea yet that you'd like to realize?
Hmmmmm a bit. I wrote and recorded the songs by now because of my joy of music :D I didn't start collecting the songs for the album yet, for the start I would like to play some acoustic concerts in local bars in LA and I want to have the contact to local radios, which could play my songs. I like to be on the road and here are many pubs and sympathic places, where I'd be able to play. But it is sure that the solo album will be next, when the right time will come. I'll continue to record new songs on Myspace, Reverbnation and this kind of sites.
We are able to hear that your songs are recorded in a good quality, did you record them in Los Angeles?
Yes, I started to work here with some really sympathic people and I recorded here a couple of songs. It's really different to work here, because the way of working, and recording and playing is so different. People don't care about the rules of one genre and stereotype, they just want to produce a good piece.
Did your music change since you've left Panik? How would you describe it now?
Hmm, I'd say that I am still the same person and still the same musician. But I think there's a change here now, the method in my own music and in its charakter, it's the turnover, a big influence on me have also your lyrics and the way of writing .. So I am sure that nothing didn't stay completely the same :D
Are you counting on making a new band and if you are, what role will you play this time : singer? guitar player? bass player?
Oh yes, I would like to find a cool band of guys, which would play my songs live and we would live awesome moments together. So yes, maybe next time I'll make a new band and I'll be the singer.
Do you have singing lessons?
No. It's obvious, isn't it?! :D
You seem to be satisfied with your voice and you are doing a lot of vocals in your pieces. Are you ready to sing live alone?
Yes!
Your new songs seem to be a little bit nostalgic, you talk about "beginning from zero" in them, is it some kind of message, which you want to tell us?
I am not sure, that they are really nostalgic, but okay, since I have moved to the United States, I am beginning again from zero. 2009 was a hard year for me and I felt that this has to end. I think it is just the question of luck. That should be our life priority. And this is behind me. I am happy again.
Do the Panik fans support you or are you looking for a new audience?
I hope, that a lot of them are going to support me also in these times. I wasn't thinking about the kind of audience I want to reach and all the things I have composed are straight from my head and my heart and everyone who wants can listen to them :D I really appreciate every pair of ear that will listen to my music.
Are you still learning to play the violin?
I just finished. It breaks my heart, but I couldn't take my violin with me, and I also don't have anyone to practice with, and with all the terrible noise I make .. I hope that I will be able to learn to play the violin one day properly. I would really like to continue.
How is everything with your fantasy book going? You started writing it two years ago, will we ever be able to read it?
Now I write more stuff, three different books, 3 stories and three totally different genres. :D We will see, I can not say yet, if it will be, but at the moment, music is my priority, and I can't even say if my books are reliesable. Now I play only because I like it.
http://paniknews.blogspot.com/
http://panik-musik.blog.cz/
http://panik.forumsmusic.com/forum.htm
All credits to them and nothing to me! Btw, I found this on Line's blog ;)
You've left Germany to permanently settle down in Los Angeles, can you tell us something about your decision and how you feel there?
I feel great here, the sun is shining all the time and I am happy. Actually, I have to admit, I don't miss home at all.
You are recording new songs on Myspace, we can imagine you want to release a solo album in a short while. Do you have any idea yet that you'd like to realize?
Hmmmmm a bit. I wrote and recorded the songs by now because of my joy of music :D I didn't start collecting the songs for the album yet, for the start I would like to play some acoustic concerts in local bars in LA and I want to have the contact to local radios, which could play my songs. I like to be on the road and here are many pubs and sympathic places, where I'd be able to play. But it is sure that the solo album will be next, when the right time will come. I'll continue to record new songs on Myspace, Reverbnation and this kind of sites.
We are able to hear that your songs are recorded in a good quality, did you record them in Los Angeles?
Yes, I started to work here with some really sympathic people and I recorded here a couple of songs. It's really different to work here, because the way of working, and recording and playing is so different. People don't care about the rules of one genre and stereotype, they just want to produce a good piece.
Did your music change since you've left Panik? How would you describe it now?
Hmm, I'd say that I am still the same person and still the same musician. But I think there's a change here now, the method in my own music and in its charakter, it's the turnover, a big influence on me have also your lyrics and the way of writing .. So I am sure that nothing didn't stay completely the same :D
Are you counting on making a new band and if you are, what role will you play this time : singer? guitar player? bass player?
Oh yes, I would like to find a cool band of guys, which would play my songs live and we would live awesome moments together. So yes, maybe next time I'll make a new band and I'll be the singer.
Do you have singing lessons?
No. It's obvious, isn't it?! :D
You seem to be satisfied with your voice and you are doing a lot of vocals in your pieces. Are you ready to sing live alone?
Yes!
Your new songs seem to be a little bit nostalgic, you talk about "beginning from zero" in them, is it some kind of message, which you want to tell us?
I am not sure, that they are really nostalgic, but okay, since I have moved to the United States, I am beginning again from zero. 2009 was a hard year for me and I felt that this has to end. I think it is just the question of luck. That should be our life priority. And this is behind me. I am happy again.
Do the Panik fans support you or are you looking for a new audience?
I hope, that a lot of them are going to support me also in these times. I wasn't thinking about the kind of audience I want to reach and all the things I have composed are straight from my head and my heart and everyone who wants can listen to them :D I really appreciate every pair of ear that will listen to my music.
Are you still learning to play the violin?
I just finished. It breaks my heart, but I couldn't take my violin with me, and I also don't have anyone to practice with, and with all the terrible noise I make .. I hope that I will be able to learn to play the violin one day properly. I would really like to continue.
How is everything with your fantasy book going? You started writing it two years ago, will we ever be able to read it?
Now I write more stuff, three different books, 3 stories and three totally different genres. :D We will see, I can not say yet, if it will be, but at the moment, music is my priority, and I can't even say if my books are reliesable. Now I play only because I like it.
http://paniknews.blogspot.com/
http://panik-musik.blog.cz/
http://panik.forumsmusic.com/forum.htm
