A Q&A with Sisters
London alt-rockers danceaway the trauma…
What’s the title of your latest release, and what does it mean to you?
“Our latest release was an EP called Bite and to me it means becoming comfortable with your open wounds. It can be cataclysmic to grow up thinking you will eventually adult out of your pain. But when I’m met with persistence in that regard I like to dance it off but not in a way that disregards the feeling – the goal of that EP I think was to push the agenda that you can let go of momentary emotional oppression but hold on to the feelings that you are allowed to have. Feelings that you honestly can’t help but have in the face of trauma and resentment.
What was the hardest part about putting this release together, and why?
Well it was our first release so I think the idea of having a more permanent presentation of music was scary. Aside from that it was also our first time working together as a band so I think the biggest challenge was learning the impact of our individual presence and ideas. Especially when we were mixing the songs post-recording.
Who produced the release – what did they bring to it? If you produced it yourselves what do you enjoy most about producing your own material?
We produced it ourselves. We had a good idea of exactly what we wanted for each song and we went with our gut. I‘m glad we did it, however we are starting to work with new producers for our upcoming releases… and that’s also been really great. We’re just exploring.
What do you want the listener to take away from listening to your music?
Dance.
How does a track normally come together? Can you tell us something about the process?
We generally keep it to writing in smaller groups within the band. I think the first time we play a song as a band all the way through is when we can collectively start to pull it apart a little bit and that’s a process that requires everyone and also allows the song to take an actual shape. But the structure is built by either me or me and one other band member basically.
What band/artists have influenced you the most since you started this project, and why?
Mary in the Junkyard, PJ Harvey, Julie, Radiohead, Wolf Alice, Patti Smith, Kate Bush, and more for sure.
What countries would you like to tour? Are there any standout venues you’d like to play in?
I would love to do a European tour and play France. I think that would be really special.
If you could pick one track for our readers to listen to in order to get a taste of your music, what would you pick, and why?
Hmm, probably ‘Creatures’. It’s definitely one of our more vulnerable, and consequently “to the point” songs. I like the drive of the music. I think the band did a really good job of making it so I am sonically supported through singing it – especially on stage. It also just reflects key pillars of the band in general which are to feel whatever comes naturally and honestly, but also to not take your sadness so seriously that it drags you down. And if it starts to you can dance and shake really hard to loosen the clutches maybe.
What ambitions do you have for the band?
I hope we continue to be good friends and make music we’re proud of.
Finally, as you leave the stage, what are your parting words?
“Good night”
Find out more about Sisters at Spotify
Sisters play Sidney & Matila in Sheffield on 6th August
