1. When you see a band's name, what can you understand about it … and how does that explain yours?
A band name is perhaps a subject that most people think is very crucial to a band's success. In advertising terms, it's more like a branding.
Regarding our band name, Khairil was the one who came up with the name Instake. He was actually scribbling some words and accidentally mixed them up together. The name Instake itself was actually derived from 2 words. The word 'In' and 'Stake' which means (according to Khairil) that we ourselves are always taking risk in life. We are always In Stake..
2. If the band had to reach out to a singular source for inspiration, who would it be? And why?
All of Instake songs was roughly developed by Khairil. According to him, there is no singular source of inspiration. The melody or a tune can reach you in many ways. Sometimes, you'll get your inspiration while driving your car, reading a book or even while watching movies. It has something to do with the writer's mood and feelings perhaps.
3. Is there an element of glamour surrounding the songwriter of the band … and does that allow him to dictate the band somewhat? And who is that guy in this band?
Actually, there is no element of glamour at all. The whole band is involved creatively in each song arrangements. Of course when it comes to lyrics, Khairil is the one who does the writing. He also wrote the early arrangement for each song and present to the band at each rehearsal sessions. From there, each band members will do their part with the arrangement.
4. There's the argument that music is part art and part science. Is that true, and how do you see the division?
To be honest, we never heard any argument about that. We don't think that there is any science involved in song writing and music. Music is an art of playing and composing sounds into a melody that can reach and connect with certain people. No song or is identical to the other. Unless the writer purposely copied another writer's song. That's what we think.
5. How was the band formed and what was the most important ingredient in getting you guys to share this dream together?
Instake was actually formed back in 2001 by Khairil (guitar/vocals), Syukht (bass) and Nazri (drums, but now on 2nd guitar). In 2004, Instake was put on hold due to commitments and work related issues. Syukht later joined his friends and played bass for "From Cadillac To Geisha" and Nazri later joined and played bass for his cousin's melodic death metal band "Heldrasil".
To cut the story short, in 2008, Khairil wanted to get back in the scene again with Instake and contacted Syukht and Nazri but they had already committed with their current bands. So, Khairil had to scout for new line-ups. With a few hiccups along the way, Instake was re-formed again with Khairil (Guitar/Vocals), Megat (Bass) and Razlan (Drums). Nazri joined back on 2nd guitar last November 2009.
Regarding the question of what was the most important ingredient in getting us to share this dream together, it's the passion. We don't want it big and don't expect it to be big. We just want to deliver and share our music with the everyone.INSTAKE Profile page - http://www.2crank.com/instake
A band name is perhaps a subject that most people think is very crucial to a band's success. In advertising terms, it's more like a branding.
Regarding our band name, Khairil was the one who came up with the name Instake. He was actually scribbling some words and accidentally mixed them up together. The name Instake itself was actually derived from 2 words. The word 'In' and 'Stake' which means (according to Khairil) that we ourselves are always taking risk in life. We are always In Stake..
2. If the band had to reach out to a singular source for inspiration, who would it be? And why?
All of Instake songs was roughly developed by Khairil. According to him, there is no singular source of inspiration. The melody or a tune can reach you in many ways. Sometimes, you'll get your inspiration while driving your car, reading a book or even while watching movies. It has something to do with the writer's mood and feelings perhaps.
3. Is there an element of glamour surrounding the songwriter of the band … and does that allow him to dictate the band somewhat? And who is that guy in this band?
Actually, there is no element of glamour at all. The whole band is involved creatively in each song arrangements. Of course when it comes to lyrics, Khairil is the one who does the writing. He also wrote the early arrangement for each song and present to the band at each rehearsal sessions. From there, each band members will do their part with the arrangement.
4. There's the argument that music is part art and part science. Is that true, and how do you see the division?
To be honest, we never heard any argument about that. We don't think that there is any science involved in song writing and music. Music is an art of playing and composing sounds into a melody that can reach and connect with certain people. No song or is identical to the other. Unless the writer purposely copied another writer's song. That's what we think.
5. How was the band formed and what was the most important ingredient in getting you guys to share this dream together?
Instake was actually formed back in 2001 by Khairil (guitar/vocals), Syukht (bass) and Nazri (drums, but now on 2nd guitar). In 2004, Instake was put on hold due to commitments and work related issues. Syukht later joined his friends and played bass for "From Cadillac To Geisha" and Nazri later joined and played bass for his cousin's melodic death metal band "Heldrasil".
To cut the story short, in 2008, Khairil wanted to get back in the scene again with Instake and contacted Syukht and Nazri but they had already committed with their current bands. So, Khairil had to scout for new line-ups. With a few hiccups along the way, Instake was re-formed again with Khairil (Guitar/Vocals), Megat (Bass) and Razlan (Drums). Nazri joined back on 2nd guitar last November 2009.
Regarding the question of what was the most important ingredient in getting us to share this dream together, it's the passion. We don't want it big and don't expect it to be big. We just want to deliver and share our music with the everyone.INSTAKE Profile page - http://www.2crank.com/instake
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