We definitely want to make sure that what we are making is something that we are proud of and something that we are inspired to write. Johnny Christ Read Quote
I’ve always had influences from all over the place, like Mr. Bungle and Primus. As a band, we try not to focus too much on where it’s coming from, because we’re always listening to music. Johnny Christ Read Quote
What it really comes down to, especially in metal, is that the bass needs to cut through, so you go to the pick for that effect. But when you have a certain feel about the music and really dig in to get a big growl, you have to go with the fingers, because you’re not going to get it with a pick. Johnny Christ Read Quote
We’ve always kind of tried to keep the mystique. We don’t wanna give everybody everything. You give ’em too much, it’s just white noise. When we do say something, we want it to be an event. When we go out and do things, we want it to be an event and kind of keep everything else behind closed doors. Johnny Christ Read Quote
We have a song, ‘Welcome to the Family’ – we realized for the first time in our lives that people go through this every day around the world. There is someone very close to them that they’re losing, every day. That song is, ‘We know how you’re feeling.’ Johnny Christ Read Quote
These fans are the reason why we’re here. They’re awesome and very crazy. They love Avenged Sevenfold, and we love them. Having that is rare. Johnny Christ Read Quote
The fans have always been die-hard and awesome. That’s why we do a lot of the things we do. Johnny Christ Read Quote
Everyone knows Mike Portnoy’s reputation. He’s a great drummer, and he helped us out in a great time of need. He really helped us get back underneath our feet and continue this band. Johnny Christ Read Quote
You can have the best riff in the world, but if the drums behind it just ain’t vibing it, it’s not gonna be the greatest riff, right? So you’ve gotta have someone there that can really bring that to life. Johnny Christ Read Quote