Music: 10 Questions for Chrome Mali

Stats:
Genre: Rock
Current Album: Big AMPs SUCK
Band Members:

• Bass Player/Vocals: Vickie Hinz
• Lead Guitarist/Vocals: Dave Amerino
• Drums: Luc Jones
• Vocals/Guitarist: FrankyHollywood

1. What is the name of Chrome Mali's current album?

We all have tiny amps...but we're LOUD AS HELL....who needs big amps...right?

2. Which musical acts have inspired Chrome Mali?

Most of my influences have come from acts like The Clash, Prince, and Aerosmith. You can hear some Joe Strummer phrasing on Save it for us and Harlem has a Aerosmithy feel to it.

3. Which track is your favorite and why?

My favorite track is CLYDE because I wrote it about my UPS man..his name was Clyde....he was always happy and never complained. Then one day he walked in...I asked him how he was doing and he said: "I woke up feeling like shit, and I knew that was best I'd feel all day" I went home and in 10 minutes I had the song done!

4. What has been the most difficult incident Chrome Mali has experienced?

The most is getting people to show up!!!

5. Describe two qualities Chrome Mali fans love about the music?

The originality of it...and that it doesn't COMPLETLY suck!

6. How do you feel Chrome Mali has contributed to the evolution of the band's genre(s) of music?

Being honest and true to ourselves...not trying really to 'fit in' with anyone or any 'click'...and not Sucking to badly.

7. If you could have one track on your current album be the theme to a movie or TV show which would you pick and why?

I Think I would pick Clyde because it's got a good vibe and the energy is good in the song...it can mean almost anything you want it to....but it will always mean what it means to me....

8. How many people have a song by Chrome Mali on their MySpace Profile?

This one Crazy chick has Harlem on her page...other than that...I have no idea who is using our songs....but I'd recommend Clyde it grooves

9. Are your parents fans of Chrome Mali?

My Mom came to one of our first shows...I thought she would hate it...she was so proud...she told me she didn't even know I could sing....or that I knew how to dress properly....

10. Tell us a rumor (real or fake) that you think would garner your musical genius massive news coverage.

When the artists currently known as PRINCE remodels rented homes...he listens to CHROME MALI!

Essential Chrome Mali Links:

• ChromeMali.com
• Chrome Mali on MySpace.com