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Behind the music - Skies Behind

Skies Behind
Skies Behind

Cork indie rockers Skies Behind have released their new single, Ghost. We asked them the BIG questions . . .

Influenced by bands such as Loathe and NewDad, they have played sold out shows in their local venue An Spailpin Fanach and Whelan's of Dublin.

Tell us three things about yourself . . .

We all share a detached house (dubbed 'The Band Gaff'/Skies Behouse) in suburban Cork, at the end of a quiet cul de sac. Our shared vinyl collection has recently surpassed 100 records and will inevitably lead to complications in the divorce. The local Chinese will now deliver Richard's spice bag order within seven minutes.

How would you describe your music?

Think of your favourite song... now double it. Listen to it again. Rinse, Repeat, Repent.

Who are your musical inspirations?

Biffy Clyro and Foo Fighters are definitely top two. Plenty of others including Pillow Queens, Bon Iver, IDLES, Julien Baker, Plini, Paramore.

What was the first gig you ever went to?

Dan: The Coronas.

Joe: Lower Than Atlantis.

Richard: Green Day.

Cathal: The Coronas (we did not go together).

What was the first record you ever bought?

The Who - My Generation.

What’s your favourite song right now?

Godslap - The Scratch.

Favourite lyric of all time?

"I pronounce it Aluminium, 'Cause there's an i between the u and m - Born on a Horse, Biffy Clyro.

If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Perth - Bon Iver.

Where can people find your music/more information?

Be sound, give us a follow on Instagram x.

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