FaceCulture: Giving You The People Behind The Music Asking Alexandria - Sam Bettley (2023)
Aug 29, 2023
Sam Bettley, the bassist for Asking Alexandria, reflects on his journey from local bands to international touring. He shares insights about the band's latest album, 'Where Do We Go from Here?', highlighting standout tracks like 'Let the Take Me' with its unique bass line. Bettley reveals the emotional power of live performances and the chemistry with his bandmates, particularly admiring the unpredictable brilliance of lead singer Danny’s vocals. The conversation also dives into the philosophical themes of their music and the ambitious goals they've set.
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Dropping Everything At 17
- Sam got a late invitation to join the band and dropped his job to join them at 17.
- He flew to New Jersey and realised the band was still just an idea, but he committed anyway.
First Album Sparked Rapid Growth
- The band saw a step-change in attention after releasing their first album Stand Up And Scream.
- Sam remembers touring and waking up to crowds suddenly showing up in numbers they hadn’t seen before.
Bass Made Him A Better Musician
- Switching from guitar to bass forced Sam to rethink his musical role and eliminated flashy playing.
- Learning bass made him a more versatile musician and improved his guitar playing.
