The Obelisk Questionnaire: Eric Fox of Pious
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The Obelisk Questionnaire: Eric Fox of Pious
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How do you define what you do and how did you come to do it?
I’m an amateur songwriter. Really don’t know what I’m doing half the time. If it sounds good and feels right, it works. Growing up in a musical family sparked my interest in creating songs at a young age.
Describe your first musical memory.
First memories of music are running around in diapers listening to mom and dad’s old Beatles records.
Describe your best musical memory to date.
Best musical memory is hard to narrow down. Played and seen so many great shows over the years. Went to see the Claypool-Lennon Delirium recently and they were amazing.
When was a time when a firmly held belief was tested?
I think everyone’s belief in humanity is being tested these days.
Where do you feel artistic progression leads?
Artistic progression should lead to self growth or self destruction. Either way as long as you reach your goals.
How do you define success?
Success depends on what you want to “succeed” in. If it’s money you want, hopefully you get it. I think most musicians really just want the audience to love the music being presented to them. That’s success to me. The main drive should always be the passion and love for creating music.
What is something you have seen that you wish you hadn’t?
The Friday the 13th remake.
Describe something you haven’t created yet that you’d like to create.
Short films. Maybe a full-length horror movie.
What do you believe is the most essential function of art?
To affect the viewer or listener as much as possible.
Something non-musical that you’re looking forward to?
Armageddon… Just kiddin’. Actually looking forward to cannabis becoming more accepted in American society. Hail the leaf.
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