8 Random Questions with … Post Script

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8 Random Questions with … Post Script

1)Would you like to introduce yourself?
We are Paul and Steph from Post Script, an indie folk band from Edmonton, AB.

2)When and why did you start playing?
Paul and I both grew up in very musical families, music was always an important part of our youth. We both took the same after-school program that taught us how to write songs and how to be in a band. After dating for a year, my brother who is also a musician asked Paul and I to open for his show, even though we never even thought about combining our efforts. But here we are, six years later!

3)What is your favourite part of this line of work? Your least favourite? Why?
The best part is being able to write songs that fans can connect with. The best feeling in the world is when you’re playing a song live, and everyone is completely quiet in the room, and you can feel that they’re truly connecting to your song.
The least favourite part about this line of work is probably the fact that the music industry can be really tough on you. Constantly putting false expectations on your shoulders isn’t very healthy. But in the end, you need to continue to do music for the right reasons and persevere

4)To what extent do you plan your future?
We always like to have some sort of outline of goals and ambitions that we would like to tackle in the next few years. We find it important to continue to have something to look forward to and to work for. But like anything, plans can change and you need to be ready for any given situation.

5)What has been your most glorious “failure”?
Oh boy, that’s a tough one. We’ve definitely been through a number of different failures as a band, but we don’t exactly see them as failures, more like challenges or lessons we have learnt along the way. Biggest lesson so far: Just have fun.

6)When were you first asked for your autograph?
I think it was when Post Script released the first EP in 2013. We had our release show at an art gallery and we packed it with our closest friends and family, everyone went home with a signed record!

7)When were you last hungover?
Yesterday haha.

8)And, most importantly, what is your favourite type of cookie?
OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP HANDS DOWN.

By GarfieldUK| February 4th, 2019|Categories: 8 Random Questions|42 Comments

42 Comments

Benoît February 4, 2019 at 05:08

Good morning!
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 05:39

Hello
Benoît February 4, 2019 at 06:03

Now, with a good 18-24 inches of snow on roofs — why isn’t that “rooves”, anyway? — we’re getting freezing rain and overnight, just plain rain. Like 6 above. Yuck.

I’m about to go out and take down snow from roof edges. And haul it away some. Keeps me in shape, he thought philosophically…
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 06:53

What a mess that will make BenoÎt! Do you have one of those roof rake things? I keep planning on getting one of those.

I should really get in shape but I am too out of shape for that, she ponders broodingly…
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 06:56

I’m in shape… round is a shape
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 06:56

It is indeed.
Benoît February 4, 2019 at 07:22

Dar: a few years back, I picked up using a chainsaw. That and other manually-hefted things. Built up the muscles.

You CAN do it, but of course one pays in strain. That roof rake in particular (yes I do have one, and yes, GET ONE — not even expensive), that’ll make you feel your back, afterwards. Also, I suggest a ‘snow slider’ to slide the resulting, very heavy snow away.

Breakfast calls (10:22, about time!)
Benoît February 4, 2019 at 07:27

Tom Power (*q*) is very good, meaning: he can actually joke AT people (lil’ zinger) and get them to laugh. Means they’re well at ease.
Scott February 4, 2019 at 07:39

Good Morning
Benoît February 4, 2019 at 07:50

Hi Scott, how’s every little thing?
S February 4, 2019 at 08:07

All is good.
Usually I have to remove the snow from the roof as well, but we have don’t have as much snow this year.
I only have to do below the skylights as we tend to get icicles from the heat loss of the skylights. This year we don’t even have icicles as yet.
Maybe I’ll get my exercise next year. Ha,ha.
Seriously though, I’ve set up the elliptical trainer again (at the request of my wife) and I actually used it this morning for 5-6 minutes. I should try to work up to twenty minutes or so. We’ll see if I use it regularly.
Benoît February 4, 2019 at 08:12

I say “make a point of it” (using the elliptical); why? because it’s easiest to stay in shape, once acquired. And being in shape is more and more important as one goes along.

Off now to do more snow.
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 08:28

There’s the rub…once you are out of shape it gets harder and harder to get back into shape. I will keep trying.

Roof rake and slider are on my list.
justingrady February 4, 2019 at 09:48

Good morning everyone! It is snowing here in Bend today and -3C. Not near as much as you all up North of me, but it’s fun.
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 10:01

Hi Justin! I like a bit of snow. We finally got a little bit more on the weekend. This cold weather isn’t so much fun. -24C currently.

I am having vehicle troubles these days. The power steering went on my Pilot and will get taken in to the shop Wednesday. I thought I would borrow my son’s car for a few days but it’s battery was dead. I had it running last night but should have put the charger back on. It’s not running today again. Oh well, not much happening at work right now anyways. I will check it again in a few hours.
Scott February 4, 2019 at 10:41

Yeah -24°C will do that to batteries if they are iffy.
I had the power steering go in my truck (when I had a truck). I drove it like that for about a year until I could afford to fix it. It’s a work out for your arms, parking lots were the worst, going slow & trying to fit the truck into a car sized spot.
I hope you get everything fixed up soon.
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 10:47

Uncle Bumblefork talks about frozen batterias
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAD_mTtcKSM
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 10:49

Oh and my housemate doesn’t no what a skookum choocher is
Scott February 4, 2019 at 11:05

You got me too!
justingrady February 4, 2019 at 11:11

Darbar.. ha yeah that’s cold. In Portland people are freaking out because *it might* snow… good excuse to stay home and drink beer though.

I hope your son’s car battery is charged up soon.
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 11:14

Skookum is a Chinook Jargon word that has historical use in the Pacific Northwest. It has a range of meanings, commonly associated with an English translation of “strong” or “monstrous”. The word can mean “strong”.
Choocher = worker, performer
justingrady February 4, 2019 at 11:41

Skookum was a nickname a boss of mine gave me at my summer job during college. I dug it.
Scott February 4, 2019 at 11:50

Thanks Garf, I’ll have to try & use it.
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 12:02

I could not watch all that battery video but skookum is a cool word.

The battery is only a couple years old but that car doesn’t run regularly. I can tell you I won’t be getting epsom salts and pouring it in.
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 12:21

I posted the video more for the fact that he talks about how the lower the charge a battery has the more chance it will freeze because the acid is weaker
justingrady February 4, 2019 at 12:43

Darb.. does that car have a block heater? Help keep the oil thin when cold and helps starting.
justingrady February 4, 2019 at 12:52

In an indie music note today… I am listening to KBGA my old college radio from the University of Montana in Missoula…. def great to catch some new stuff.
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 14:38

@justin – It definitely has a block heater! It is almost mandatory around here. It wasn’t being used very much and we had some -30 weather and it’s in the -20s again.
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 14:39

New stuff is good!
morgana February 4, 2019 at 14:50

Hey folks. Busy day today. Finally a chance to sit down for a bit.

Hmmm, I was hoping that Post Script would be a new addition to my rotation but it’s a miss for me. Try, try, try again …
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 15:00

@morgana, they can’t all be winners
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 15:08

I am often told that I am trying, very trying
morgana February 4, 2019 at 15:20

What rings true for one ear is different for the next as well
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 15:21

Wolf Parade’s Dante DeCaro Leaves Band
https://exclaim.ca/music/article/wolf_parades_dante_decaro_leaves_band?utm_source=facebookpage&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=fbpwall
morgana February 4, 2019 at 15:25

WP as a trio hey. I’ll be interested to hear that.
A real trio too. Not a trio and paper and a five piece on the road as Tyler described STW.
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 15:43

Interesting tidbit about WP. I am so glad I got to see them finally. Who knows, maybe they will add someone later on and handle it like STW. Time will tell.
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 15:46

So I just added one more weird thing going on at my house. The water heater started leaking and I discovered it at 5pm. I googled it and it is the t&p release valve (temp & pressure). I have a bucket under it and will call the water rental company tomorrow.

So vehicles not working, wifi is being wonky, water heater leaking…that’s 3 things so I should be good right? Fingers crossed.
morgana February 4, 2019 at 16:04

three is the number today!
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 16:08

I toured our local community radio station yesterday and sat in on a demo show. It would be cool if I could get a show. I am working on my application and pitch. We shall see how it goes. I also applied for a job today at a local community music venue. Here’s hoping!
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 16:09

three is the magic number
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z34XUDTz0GQ
GarfieldUK February 4, 2019 at 16:11

You could always try producing your own podcast DBS, you don’t have to share it with anyone, but it could be good practice
darbarspecial February 4, 2019 at 18:57

I might try that Garf and thanks for the 3 song. Lovely little ditty that.