The Downbeat Enter Shikari (Rou Reynolds + Rob Rolfe)
Apr 26, 2023
Rou Reynolds and Rob Rolfe of Enter Shikari dive into their dynamic new album, 'A Kiss For The Whole World.' They chat about everything from their unique vegetarian culinary choices to how different performance venues influence their energy. The duo reflects on the emotional power of live music, especially in the metal scene. They share humorous anecdotes about past tour experiences, discuss their unconventional music creation process, and even debate ideal festival locations. Get ready for a journey filled with creativity and camaraderie!
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Three-Month Residency Strategy
- Rob and Rou describe doing a three-month residency playing the same five small venues once a month.
- They use the residency to road-test new singles immediately after release and enjoy intimate shows and tight backstage spaces.
Lockdown Album Release Experience
- The band released an album the week the first COVID lockdown started and lost planned promo shows.
- They held a Zoom release party but missed sharing the record live with fans and scrambled to adapt.
Live Shows Fuel Creativity
- Rou explains that live shows supply essential creative dopamine and connection for him.
- Losing that feedback during the pandemic caused a prolonged writer's block and identity loss as a songwriter.