Links to album and social media located below!
This episode is our chat with Natalie London and Taylor Plecity of the indie rock duo, Hey, King! Along with being anime fans, they're also musicians and Natalie is a fellow Canuck so we knew that they'd fit in perfectly!
We discuss the band's newest album which was released on April 2nd, including the creation process and their inspiration towards the composition of many of its tracks. Many of the songs on the album deal with issues such as love, resilience, female empowerment, and moving through difficult times and the two share their experiences regarding those themes.
On the anime side of things, Taylor shares her love for the artform, her experiences with cosplay, and gives some tips for those who are looking to jump into the hobby. We also discuss topics such as having a partner that's an anime fan, FMA, Super Smash, guilty pleasures, and more. Check the timestamps!
(4:16) - Interview Start
(5:44) - Album Creation
(16:17) - Moving on when your Life has been Put on Hold
(28:12) - Introduction to Anime/Cosplay
(40:22) - Choosing What to Cosplay/Tips for Aspiring Cosplayers
(49:48) - Otafest and Touring to Calgary
(54:12) - Having a Partner that's an Anime Fan
(57:38) - Fullmetal Alchemist
(64:54) - Super Smash Melee + Final Fantasy
(72:47) - Interests in Other Nerd/Geek Cirlces
(80:39) - Guilty Pleasures + Rapid Fire
(92:28) - Anime Easter Eggs in Music Videos
(94:45) - Future Projects + Interview End
(97:46) - Conclusion
Links:
Website
Music
Youtube
Band Instagram
Taylor's Instagram
Twitter
Facebook
Natalie's Book