The Obelisk Questionnaire: Vasilis Tsigkris of Supermoon
Posted in Questionnaire on January 13th, 2022 by JJ Koczan
The Obelisk Questionnaire is a series of open questions intended to give the answerer an opportunity to explore these ideas and stories from their life as deeply as they choose. Answers can be short or long, and that reveals something in itself, but the most important factor is honesty.
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The Obelisk Questionnaire: Vasilis Tsigkris of Supermoon
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How do you define what you do and how did you come to do it?
I compose music, sing and play the bass for Supermoon. I like to describe our sound as Forest Rock, which is a mix of psy, stoner/doom and folk. I’ve been playing with bands since junior high-school and it’s the best thing I’ve done. I couldn’t imagine my life without playing music, it’s like an urge from within.
Describe your first musical memory.
Some time when I was really young, we went for a visit at my grandparents’ house in central Athens. It was there, inside a bedroom, that i saw an electric guitar for the very first time. It was my uncle’s guitar: an old golden semi-hollow Gibson or Epiphone — I can’t recall. I was enchanted by its looks and the sound the strings made, and i thought this must have been a magical object and it was me who has discovered it!
Describe your best musical memory to date.
When i first visited Ozora Festival in Hungary, five years ago. It’s by far the best festival experience I’ve had. I had no idea that a festival could even be like that. I can’t really explain it, those who have been there know what I’m talking about.
When was a time when a firmly held belief was tested?
With the loss of a loved one in a really early age, at a time when I thought grown-ups are so strong — almost immortals.
Where do you feel artistic progression leads?
I believe artistic progression derives from maturation of the individual. Being able to incorporate this maturation into your art, could lead to more authentic creations.
How do you define success?
As the connection created between you and the people who embrace your music. When your songs are played in a home far from your home, when your lyrics are sang in a gig, by people you don’t know.
What is something you have seen that you wish you hadn’t?
Human tactics in general. From being disrespectful towards one another, to polluting the seas and forests, abusing power, animals, creating monstrous cities.. This list is endless.
Describe something you haven’t created yet that you’d like to create.
I’d like to write a book, a fantasy novel maybe. I like to write a lot and I find it fascinating, that one can create a whole new universe from blank pages and give birth to brand new settings and images. I try to do it from time to time, but I find it really difficult to be honest. Well maybe someday, who knows.
What do you believe is the most essential function of art?
Art to the people; Sharing!
Something non-musical that you’re looking forward to?
We are planning a trip to Italy, my girlfriend and I. Really looking forward to it, especially after all this time in a covid cell.
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