The Obelisk Questionnaire: Frank Attard of Frozen Planet…. 1969 & Pepper Shaker Records
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The Obelisk Questionnaire: Frank Attard of Frozen Planet…. 1969 & Pepper Shaker Records
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How do you define what you do and how did you come to do it?
What I do in the band? With Frozen Planet….1969 I play drums and help guide our improvisational Musical journeys through different passages uses dynamics and some creative ideas (obviously inspired by my band mates Lachlan and Paul). I began playing drums at age 14 as it seemed like the right thing to do at the time as I was playing drums on anything that made a sound anyways!
Describe your first musical memory.
I remember jamming with my mates from High School.
I remember our first Jam and how exciting it was to make sounds together with our instruments.
Describe your best musical memory to date.
This is a hard one to answer. I’d say I’ve had a bunch of best musical memories and it’s never about doing anything big or playing in front of large crowds but more about when you’re playing well and feeling at one with your instrument and everything is effortless. Them moments are magic and don’t happen that often.
When was a time when a firmly held belief was tested?
Not sure about that one.
Where do you feel artistic progression leads?
Artistic Progression leads to Clarity in ideas and the ability to translate your ideas more efficiently.
How do you define success?
Success is being satisfied with your achievements and leaving you wanting to do more!
What is something you have seen that you wish you hadn’t?
The first 20 minutes of the latest Borat Movie.
Describe something you haven’t created yet that you’d like to create.
Ahh! Definitely a solo-project album. I’ve recorded many self-produced tracks over the years but never put together a cohesive bunch of tracks and released an album. I’d still like to feature many of my talented musical friends as special guests.
What do you believe is the most essential function of art?
Art is there to inspire, entertain and tickle the senses. People Hear, See and Feel things differently and that’s the reason people connect to things on all different levels. I can only relate to my own experiences. A painting can be appreciated for years. A live show can have you on a high for the next day or two! That’s Inspiring.
Something non-musical that you’re looking forward to?
My next meal!
[Photo by Trace McLean.]
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