Their new track “Oxygen” has a strong commercial pop sound adding appeal to their fast-growing fan base. I caught up with Brandon Holz last week.
On stage. Especially when I see Josi do his little rockstar jump, Brandon play with his shaker and Matthew looking at me and asking “bro, what’s going on?” Then I know we’ve had a good gig.
To quote a big inspiration to myself and the band as a whole: “Music is the air that I breathe. It’s the blood that pumps through my veins” – Billie Joe Armstrong. I could not agree with this more. Music is everything.
All the sweaty hugs that I get from my band after a show! I love it.
I wouldn’t say that we are famous, however, we have been recognised for being in Oh! Calamity and asked to take pictures and sign stuff sometimes. It’s always fun meeting fans that appreciate what we do – it makes everything worth it.
They’re dope.
What drives you: ego or humility?
Passion drives me: passion to succeed in this industry, to perform better than I ever have and passion for the music and putting out a positive message to anyone who wishes to listen.
Every single time we play at Rumours Rock City. Last time, I hit my head on the light above the drum podium.
There are so many people who would make this list, but if I had to choose one, I would say Brendon Urie. Not only has he been able to stay at the top of his game with regards to making the charts, but also he has always been open about what he believes in and an honest spokesperson for the LGBT community.
Torn between my headphones, which I don’t go anywhere without, and my signed Fall Out Boy Save Rock ‘n Roll album.
Definitely banana milkshakes.
There are many, but I think Rock in Rio or Coachella would be tops for me.
My ability to make absolutely any situation awkward.
Literally none, and it really bothers me.
I would sleep a lot.
Yes/No/Grey - Gangs of Ballet
Gangs of Ballet - Gangs of Ballet
Run - Matthew Mole
This City Needs a Hero - CrashCarBurn
RadioControlledRobot - The Parlotones
Rancid
Squeak some tekkie (dance).
Surviving depression.
Being tired.
Remembering that last slice of pizza from the night before is waiting for you at home when you get back from a hard day’s work.
Do the occasional rockstar jump.
On stage with Oh! Calamity doing what we do best – putting on a great show.
Yes, my band and I have done and hosted charities for the SPCA, Thabang Children’s Home for Children and a Hips Don’t Lie benefit concert.
To become a successful and creative band that challenge the norms of music and play some of the best and biggest music festivals throughout the world and one day have Oh! Calamity hosts their very own arena/stadium show.