Eddie Mundane
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I'm basically a guitar player who does instrumental work, solo stuff with vocals and songwriting in various genres. My latest work is with Susan Lowery for a band called Foxxymoron.
Why this name?
My name Eddie Mundane is a moniker because my real name is so unique I could be traced in a heartbeat. Foxxymoron was thought up by the drummer on a whim and I liked it immediately !
Do you play live?
We do concerts locally but only occasionally due to the fragmented locations of the players. For ie: Wendy is in Alaska, Susan is in L.A., I'm in Montana etc. Playing for a live audience is really what it's all about. I can remember a very cold recording session for Wendy's 'Free' where she was actually wearing mittons during the session. She is an amazing live performer frequently leaving the stage, really going for it, never singing in an easy key ...just great energy and enthusiasm !
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
The internet just allows a musician a shot at wider exposure. There are so many talented musicians out there and this gives everyone a shot at making their own personal discoveries.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yes I would as long as I was absolutely positive I would never be indebted to the label. I've read about some absolute financial horror stories in regard to recording contracts where artists have lost their homes etc.
Band History:
Eddie Mundane plays guitar,bass,keyboards and does some drum sequencing. Wendy and Susan do the singing mostly but Eddie does some as well. We've used many different musicians for live and recorded drums, Mick K., Dan Marfisi(good producer as well), Drew Barker(Runaway Train), Reggie Perrin(Scheherazade Twist). Tony Jacques plays sax on the acoustic version of 'Runaway Train'. Dan Marfisi co-produced 'Drowning' with me and played all the instruments.
Your influences?
I personally love great intstrumental rock guitarists and any music/song that makes a strong effective statement. I know this is rather vague but purposely so. People should experience music without pre-conceived notions or labels.
Favorite spot?
I like Missoula, MT. because I've been around and have seen alot worse. It's small but there is still stuff happening here.
Equipment used:
My equipment changes frequently and I think this helps you from relying too much on one thing. I use EMU sound chips for keys, Fender Stratocasters with varying pickup configurations. I've got a few bass guitars(Ibanez/ESP) with active electronics. The keyboard sounds I play with an 88 key midi controller.
Anything else...?
I basically like music that makes a statement but not so much pop trendy stuff although I do go there somewhat ocassionally, 'Free', 'Drowning'. For me it's more about the music than it is about the words. Songs can educate, they can make you feel happy, they can make you feel sad or they can make you admire the craftsmanship. I like music that tries to go somewhere and is widely diverse, even if it defies categorization.