Nerve Zero are breaking the mold while molding a new generation of metalheads. See what they had to say ahead of their performance at Emalyth Art Expo: Nine Lives.
As you are playing the Emalyth Arts Expo: Nine Lives let me ask; what is ‘art’ to you? What does it mean and why do we need it?
Art is expression of ones passions through creation. I think it’s amazing that this festival celebrates art in the form of musicians and exhibitions. It’s one of my favourite festivals.
Talk us through the band’s music video, ‘Til Death. What was the concept behind it and why did the band choose to release a music video?
Til death is basically about someone’s internal struggle and how people react when treated badly. The video is one woman’s emotional struggle and the band is trapped within her mind. Eventually she breaks free. We felt it vital that we make our mark within the metal community and what better way than a single along with a video.
Having a female vocalist, does this in anyway change the perception of how the public (especially first time audiences) views the band?
Yes when people first see Nerve Zero perform they cannot believe this voice comes from such a tiny creature. We firmly believe it makes a big difference having a female vocalist and many fans respect Kim’s talents and humility.
How have the endless line-up changes affected the band over the years?
Although having numerous line up changes was frustrating and in fact delayed our emergence into the community it helped mold and shape my bands style and personality. We had various influences with band members and I think it benefited us. Saying that however, I do not like going through line up changes unless totally necessary. I think we have a very tight unit now and we are all great friends too.
What can we expect at the Emalyth Arts Expo: Nine Lives show from the band?
We are very eager to perform at Emalyth. The vibe there is always great. We will feed off the crowd’s energy and return it 10 fold. The audience can expect us to give our usual solid performance and will leave them exhausted.
Beers OR Movies?
Beers and porn
Faceless OR Decapitated?
Faceless
Who has the worst temper tantrums?
I have tantrums (Kevin)
Who is most likely to drive through a red robot?
Kimberley LOL
Who is the first person to scream when they see a spider?
Kimberley
Who takes the most amount of time to set up their gear?
Alex…drummer…need I say more?
Tell us about one embarrassing moment in the band’s career so far?
I can just think of a time when we were playing different pieces of the same song…perhaps the audience didn’t notice we were playing different parts but to us it’s embarrassing.
YOU CAN CATCH NERVE ZERO AT EMALYTH ART EXPO: NINE LIVES, 27-28 JANUARY 2017,
THEY WILL BE UP ON SATURDAY AT 16:05 ON STAGE 1
***COMPETITION TIME***
Stand a chance to win yourself FREE ENTRY to see Nerve Zero and many more at EMALYTH ART EXPO: NINE LIVES
All you have to do is:
Watch the following videos and tell us (comment on video) the bands featured
Each correct anwser is worth a point
The most correct answers after 3 rounds WINS!
COMPETITION CLOSES WEDNESDAY 25 JANUARY 2017
Festival details:
Emalyth Arts Expo: Nine Lives is back in 2017 with our annual festival of rock n roll, heavy metal and visual arts!. Returning to Wolmer Bush Loungefrom the 27th to the 29th of January, the ninth edition of the Arts Expo will thrill your senses with a wide array of bands, stalls, visual artists and plenty of cool activities!
Tickets:
R300 at the gate
PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE NO DAY PASSES.
♬BANDS PERFORMING♬
Boargazm / Zombies ate my girlfriend / Vulvodynia / Mezzanine Floor /DevilSpeak / Riddlebreak / Deadline / After Robot / PitVirus / Jonathan Peyper / Adorned in Ash / Disarmageddon / Raptorbaby / No Comply /NERVE ZERO / FAQT / Resurrection of Fetal Remains / Polar Dust / SYSTEM OF A DOWN TRIBUTE BAND / Lesuth / The Color Blew / Cluster Flux / FREExMONEY / Riot Control / Undertone.
?ART EXHIBITIONS*?
Onyksi / Mark Shaun Hopkins / Franki Jean / Yvonne Watson / Barbara Van Wyk / Roushan Van Niekerk / Chelsea Skarupke / Tracey Mathews /Hannes Strydom Art / Liam Milner O’Flaherty / Jes Hunter Photography and Makeup / Vampirmaniac Art / Dominique Osner / Bunnycorpse Tattoos/ Johann Freyer / Anastasya Eliseeva / The Art of Jengo by Louis du Pisani / Martin Kurst / Samara Reyneke / Nicolette Duvenage + more
?STALL MARKET?
Solsken Clothing / Kulcha Kollektive / Macabre and Geekery / Reigning Red / BBQ Boss / The Fairy Factoree / WabiSabi / Pretty Pandora /INdelicate Get it On! – band shirts and apparel / The Travelling Chef / No Reason Clothing / Bad Bunny Toy Store / Powered by Fandom / Haywire Design / Little Shop of Strange / Magically Mystified / Pierced /
⚔SWORDFIGHTING⚔
incl. “Fight a Knight” stand.
☠FAQ☠
No outside booze allowed in the entertainment area.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent.
Buy tokens for use at bar and wolmer kitchen – cash and credit cards welcome
*TIMES*
Doors to Entertainment Area will open to the general public at 4pm on the 27th of January.
*CAMPING*
The number of nice shady camp sites available is limited, so if you plan to set up a nice little tented-off area under some pretty trees- come early!
Please note that there are no showers. If you’re camping, we suggest copious amounts of wet-wipes!
*WHAT TO BRING*
Warm clothes, cameras, your mates, money for food, merch and cool things, sunblock, sunglasses, painkillers, toilet paper and wet wipes, towel, picnic blankets, umbrella, rain coat, water, rubbish bags, camping chairs, hats
?Knee high fires will be permitted. Please keep them contained and ensure you have a fire extinguisher on hand.
*WHAT NOT TO BRING*
No bad attitudes, no stupid behavior, no intolerance, no weapons, no pets.
LOCATION:
20 Dale Avenue, Karen Park, Akasia
Google maps:
https://www.google.co.za/
Right of Admission Reserved
Entry at Own Risk
ID on Request at the Bar
Queries? Contact:
Sashquita Northey – Emalyth
emalyth.events@gmail.com
0835378996
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/922760741154862/
Interviewed by: Lav Nandlall (More from Lav)
Shots fired by: Schutte (More From Schutte)
Date: 19 January 2017
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