interview with PARIAH

What is the name of your band? PARIAH
What does the name "Pariah" stand for? "Pariah" often means outcast. 
What made you call the band "Pariah"? That was a name our vocalist, Kit, wanted for years, dating back to his highschool years. It was the only choice when he had the opportunity to name his band.                                                                                                                                         
How was the band formed? What made you form the band? Our band was formed by way of the Internet. Kit and Charles met online at a music forum and started communicating. They decided to give starting a band a try since they're both into heavy metal music.
We formed the band as a hobby. We wanted to have something to do outside of work that we are really passionate about. 
Can you briefly introduce your band and who you are?
Kit - Vocals. He's a Software Engineer. 
Charles - Guitars. He's a Graphics Designer.
Alan - Drums. He's an Architect. 
Aris - Bass. He's an Engineer. 
Mac - Guitars. Engineer as well.
All members are from the Philippines but are based in Singapore.
What was the ambitions of the band when you started? Play gigs, record an EP or demo. 
Could you explain your music to someone that haven't heard you? We play old school heavy metal, like the old Sepultura. There's a bit of hardcore as well. 
Where was your first gig? Small studio in Singapore back in 2009.
Where was the latest gig? When we fronted for a Philippine metal act in Singapore just last June 2014. 
Who has the best since of humor in the band? Everyone.
What genre do you feel you are? Metal.
Why did you pick that particular style?/What are your songs about? We all like Metal. Our songs are about Philippine politics and society.
Do you write your own material or mainly covers? We write our own material.
Do you have any clips on YouTube? We have recently overhauled our Youtube page. We're in the process of adding new videos. 
http://youtube.com/user/PariahMetalSG 
What places will you be playing in in the imidate future? We hope to play in our hometown, Philippines soon. We're trying to hook up with organizers that will bring us to Malaysia and/or Indonesia.
Where have you played from then till now? Singapore
What has been the best/most promising gig so far? The most recent one. We wore suits! hahaha! 
What are your goals with your music? Record an album.
Is it easier to get your inspiration from older bands or from bands more modern? Older bands.
What are your sources of inspiration? Family. Friends. The dumbfucks in the Philippine politics.
What would be your dreams for the band?  Play in a festival! That will be dope! 
Do you have any webpages?
Facebook - facebook.com/pariahmetalsg
Twitter - @pariahmetalsg
Soundcloud - soundcloud.com/pariahmetalsg
Youtube - youtube.com/pariahmetalsg

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