penny74
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Post by penny74 on Dec 14, 2005 10:37:12 GMT -5
There is an article about Marty in today's RedEye (which is a supplement to the Chicago Tribune). My co-worker brought it in for me - does he know me or what?
Anyway, I looked to see if they had this anywhere online, but I don't think so. The article starts with a few paragraphs on the background of the RS show and then gives an interview with the man himself.
My favorite:
What will you play on the INXS tour?
A portion of this record is stuff that we've already released and kind of redone, and then a portion of this record is stuff that's never been released by the Lovehammers, and a portion of it is stuff that I've just written since the show has ended. So it is truly the full vision of the Lovehammers: past, present, and future. There are absolutely no rules for this tour. And every night's going to be different.
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What's on the Lovehammers' Christmas list?
To have a platinum record by the end of 2006. One million records sold. Right now it's not about wishes, it's about goals. That's our goal.
Oh, and the article is accompanied by a smoking hot picture of Marty from the Metro show. One I haven't seen. MC.org wristbands highly visible! Not to mention a lot of belly. (If I go on, this will get moved to the squee section, so I'll have to stop there.) Anyway, good article!
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Post by greeneyes on Dec 14, 2005 11:04:48 GMT -5
Thanks Penny, it's fascinating. We all know what to get Marty for Christmas... just buy several copies of the new CD. I'll oblige.
Ooh, every night will be different. Sounds perfect for those of you going to several cities on the tour.
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Post by Cindy on Dec 14, 2005 12:23:04 GMT -5
Cool....now we just need to get a copy to post on the web site so everyone can see.....
Can anyone help here??
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Post by lesley on Dec 14, 2005 13:39:48 GMT -5
Thanks for letting us know, penny! Would love to see it too....
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Post by Cindy on Dec 14, 2005 13:44:52 GMT -5
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Post by Tooks on Dec 14, 2005 13:56:39 GMT -5
Rockfan, copy the whole thing (including the numbers and stuff at the end) and then paste it on a new page...it works then! ---Side note: "Every nights going to be different"? Now I wanna see them all even more!!! :-) (Wish I could ;D) Tooks  |
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Post by rockfan on Dec 14, 2005 13:59:38 GMT -5
Rockfan, copy the whole thing (including the numbers and stuff at the end) and then paste it on a new page...it works then! ---Side note: "Every nights going to be different"? Now I wanna see them all even more!!! :-) (Wish I could ;D) Tooks I found it - duh. That is a cool pic of him ;D And would love to go to a couple of more shows!! |
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Post by rockfan on Dec 14, 2005 14:07:14 GMT -5
Here is the article:
After one reality show and more than 15 years as a band, the Lovehammers have made their way into millions of homes across the globe--and landed themselves a major-label recording deal.
Lead singer Marty Casey won over fans on CBS hit summer show "Rock Star: INXS" by transforming from a screaming stage performer to a singer with quiet strength. (INXS picked Canadian J.D. Fortune to front the band; Casey took home second place.)
Now Casey's back with bandmates Billy Sawilchik, Dino Kourelis and Bobby Kourelis, recording new material for their self-titled release, "Marty Casey & Lovehammers" (Epic). The album's set to drop Jan. 24, just days after they kick off opening INXS' Switched On tour.
We caught up with Casey while he was in L.A. Though the Lovehammers won't deny the TV show catapulted their careers, Casey says they're ready to move forward as a band again.
What have you guys been up to since 'Rock Star' wrapped?
There's been no time for the four of us to reflect or look back. There's been so much--almost too much--to do every day. It's more like a bullet was shot out of a gun, and we're all just trying to hang on to it. But I like it because there's no second guessing then. And that's why I think the record is great, because it had to be done so fast.
How's the attention from new fans?
Although it's extremely overwhelming, we're enjoying it. I'm not going to be bashful about that. I really enjoy the attention; I'm a lead singer. I have lead-singer syndrome. I enjoy massive amounts of attention. [Laughs]
How was it working with Dave Navarro?
The guys were really for it. I think we understand all that the show has done for us, and we're trying to capitalize and parlay that into a successful career for the band. The track with Dave Navarro acoustically was something that was featured on the show, although that's not going to be on the album that you buy. That's going to be a special track.
What will you play on the INXS tour?
A portion of this record is stuff that we've already released and kind of redone, and then a portion of this record is stuff that's never been released by the Lovehammers, and a portion of it is stuff that I've just written since the show has ended. So it truly is the full vision of the Lovehammers: past, present and future. There are absolutely no rules for this tour. And every night's going to be different.
Any plans to move to L.A.?
I think right now the four members of the Lovehammers are homeless. We're living on a tour bus. We're Chicagoans. [Laughs] There's no changing that ever.
I'm sure you'll enjoy coming back to our cold winter weather.
[Laughs] I can handle it. I've spent my whole life there. My blood ain't thin yet.
What's on Lovehammers' Christmas list?
To have a platinum record by the end of 2006. One million records sold. Right now it's not about wishes, it's about goals. That's our goal.
Karen Budell is the metromix nightlife producer.
Story originally published Dec. 14, 2005.
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Post by lesley on Dec 14, 2005 14:08:44 GMT -5
Oh, good you found it. I just now found it on the Chi Trib site too and was going to post.
This is the same writer who interviewed Marty a few times during the show. She seems to be a real fan.
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Post by rockfan on Dec 14, 2005 14:20:37 GMT -5
Oh, good you found it. I just now found it on the Chi Trib site too and was going to post. This is the same writer who interviewed Marty a few times during the show. She seems to be a real fan. I can't believe I got it to work. I can be a real "computer dork" sometimes  |
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Post by rockfan on Dec 14, 2005 14:25:16 GMT -5
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Post by teakay on Dec 14, 2005 14:51:05 GMT -5
He has all the attention he needs right here at mc.org ;D And THAT'S the truth!!!!!!  |
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Post by radioclash on Dec 14, 2005 16:32:11 GMT -5
Woo-hoo - love having a new interview to read  Of course, I wish it was like 10 pages long, but I'm satisfied. Love the part about every night being different. |
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Post by Trees on Dec 14, 2005 17:21:03 GMT -5
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Post by aussiefan on Dec 14, 2005 18:51:08 GMT -5
Hi all, Great article, thanks penny for bringing it to martycasey.org. Love ready new MARTY stuff. And thanks Trees for the email to Karen Budell, I have just emailed her a thank you from Australia, I wonder what she will think!  Geez I wish I had concert tickets, it seems like an eternity being down here in Australia before we will get to see our 'boys' perform. Roll on January 24th for the CD release!  Cheers, Helen.  |
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Post by everlong on Dec 15, 2005 14:04:00 GMT -5
That was my favourite part too. It was pretty obviously true from all the stories from the Metro so I like that he's honest about it. & I love that he loves the attention because that means he gives lots of attention back.  |
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Post by palari on Dec 15, 2005 14:16:30 GMT -5
I just love him. The new album sounds like it is going to be great! I can't wait to hear it. I hope, I hope they tour down here...I want to see that show...I so want to see that show!! ...and you know its all about me...right?  |
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Post by Trees on Dec 15, 2005 16:20:19 GMT -5
I just love him. The new album sounds like it is going to be great! I can't wait to hear it. I hope, I hope they tour down here...I want to see that show...I so want to see that show!! ...and you know its all about me...right? ;D and me.... I want him to go down there too, You Sheila's' deserve a special Tour!! and Glynn too "chink" |
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Post by aussiefan on Dec 15, 2005 19:50:07 GMT -5
Hey guys, Just thought that I'd let you know I emailed Karen Budell (the author of the article) and thanked her for the Marty interview and letting it go on martycasey.org. She is lovely, she emailed me back thanking me for the email. Just thought I'd send some good Aussie vibes her way to let her know Marty is loved everywhere not just in the USA as Sony/Epic seem to think  Cheers, Helen |
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