Interview with Vanadyum - December 2003
Vanadyum have an attitude I have always enjoyed in a band: the search for an own sound and a personal identity. How did the band begin and why did you decide not to include guitars but
only bass?

It was a natural thing � we were looking for a different and personal sound. It all came naturally. We looked for guitar players, but no one matched our desire for evolution and innovation, so we gave up the guitar thing. We think that this is the biggest clich� of metal... It�s all in your attitude, not in the instrument you play, so instead of having a �normal� guitar player we preferred a creative and open-minded bass player only.
The portuguese people have a good saying for this ideology: mais vale sozinho que mal acompanhado � It�s better to keep yourself alone instead of keeping with bad company ...


How do you define your music?

A definite label is not easy to pin down... We don�t have a label for our sound. It�s a mix of our feelings with our extended musical influences.

You have been playing live with some regularity and recently you even played a gig in the Basque Country. What have these live experiences been like?

It has been great. The public has been reacting in a positive way in what concerns our gigs.

What is your lyrical concept and what inspires you?

We don�t wave boundaries. Our main concern is the day-to-day problems that we all face, but there is always a place for poetry, always with a sense of reality inside.

How did the chance to be included in the Sound riot Records 'Metal Ostentation II' compilation CD come up?

It was an honour to represent our country in this compilation. The invitation was made directly by Gilson Rodrigues, one of the main-men of SOUND RIOT RECORDS, Who was aware of our will to do different and innovative music.

What have the reactions to your releases been like? Are you satisfied with your recordings
so far?

Of course we always want more, but the reactions on behalf of the public have been great, the reactions of the media have been in a �like us or hate us� basis.

What is your opinion concerning the scene in Portugal these days? Any bands you may be particularly into?

Yes, there are good hopes on the Portuguese scene, but we do not mention any names.

What has been on your turntable, CD-player, etc.lately?

The beast of Attila Csihar � A tribute to the mad genius; Gaalskag � Erotic Funeral; Cannibal Corpse � Tomb of The Mutilated, etc...

What's new with the band? What can we expect for the near future?

Lots of good novelties... A new beginning. Stay alert...
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