In this interview, Farehaven dives into the DIY journey behind their single “No Fear,” reflecting on inspiration, gear choices, and the emotional drive to face fears and push forward.
1.
Congratulations on the release of “No Fear”! What emotions were you feeling
when the song finally dropped on October 31st, 2024?
I felt
excited and proud, and it's usually fun to do. But, you feel anticipation to
get ready and start promotion.
2.
You’ve mentioned that the song began as a jam session in high school. What made
you revisit and officially release it years later?
I just felt
like I never got to properly record it with real drums. The original recording
had a drum machine loop. I always felt like it wasn't properly finished.
3. The
track was recorded entirely in your bedroom. How did that DIY setup shape the
final sound of “No Fear”?
Well,, you
don't have to worry about studio time as much, but there's not as much gear,
and you don't have an engineerr or producer assisting you,, and that can be a
disadvantage. But, you can get a professional sound in your room these days.
But it'sgood if you can have multiple ears involved.
4. You
used a Line 6 XT Live Pod for the guitar and bass—whyhat gear specifically, and
how did it contribute to the tone you were aiming for?
I have been
using that pedal for years because it gets a great tone, and you can record
directlyly in without having to mic amps. It's just simpler and keeps a clean
sound. But I'veupgraded to a Helix LT since.
5. What
was the experience like working with a drummer you hired from Fiverr? Would you
do it again or go for a different approach next time?
I have
worked with multiple Fiverr drummers,, and it usually goes well. Some have a
better sound, but it also depends on what sound you're going for. I'll
definitely use hired musicians in the future.
6.
You’ve cited Van Halen and ’90s rock as influences. What elements of those eras
do you try to carry into Farehaven’s sound?
Van Halen
had a big influence on the guitar, tone, and solos. The 90's alternative
influenced me with darker moods and the vocals and lyrics. A lot of ninetiess
were more abstract words andmore baritone vocals.
7. The
lyrics of “No Fear” revolve around facing one’s fears and taking risks. Was
there a personal story or moment in your life that inspired those themes?
I feel like
unconsciously it it was people that I was around that were afraid to do things,
and I felt like the only person that wasfacing my fears.
8. Given
how personal and raw this recording process was, did you face any challenges in
mixing and mastering it yourself?
Yes, the
drums seemed to have a lot of high-end frequencies that I was trying to tame.
But also, it sounded boxy at times,, and I was trying to reduce that. But
Ilearn more every time.
9. How
do you feel the song resonates with listeners who might be going through
moments of doubt or fear?
Maybe it
will help them to face their fears orfeel less afraid.
10. You
mentioned wanting to start playing out again—anylans to turn Farehaven into a
full band for live shows?
Yes, I want
to play out again; it's hard working full time and doing so much. But Ialso
just want to live withive with only hired guns for bass and drums. So, it will
be an extra expense, but it it allows me full control.
11.
Looking ahead, do you see Farehaven continuing to record in the same homegrown,
DIY style, or would you like to explore a professional studio setting?
Yea, it
will probably continue. I would like to try araditional studio sometime
becausese I've never really done it; I've always recorded in my home studio.
But it'sgetting to to where you don't need all that stuff, with technology
advancing.I mean,, look at all the things in your phone that used to be
separate.
12. If
“No Fear” could leave one lasting message with new listeners discovering
Farehaven for the first time, what would you want that to be?
Hopefully
just something to chill and listen to andenhance your mood.
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