Sonic Explosions With DR. PARALLAX

Sonic Explosions With DR. PARALLAX

Author: HEAVY Magazine October 20, 2023 Duration: 12:12
Interview by Kris Peters
Instrumental Brisbane progressive metal band Dr. Parallax certainly can't ever be accused of rushing things when it comes to releasing music.
I remember seeing the band in Cairns more than 20 years ago, so imagine my surprise when their debut EP Stick and String came across my desk last week.
It is a release more than two decades in the making, and one which Dr. Parallax feels best showcases their extremely eclectic and ridiculously world-class tunes. With a blending of genres punctuated by wildly fluctuating timing and tempo changes, Stick and String features four full songs for your sonic palate plus a wickedly devilish intro and outro that may or may not tie things in together.
Sound confusing? Well it is, so HEAVY tracked down band members Elliott, Rashid and John to attempt to make sense of things.
"So far it's been pretty positive," Rashid smiled when asked about the early reception for the EP. "We've had some very nice things said to us about it. Who knows, they all could be lying to us, but I want to believe they are telling the truth (laughs)."
We ask the boys to talk through what to expect musically.
"Yeah, it's weird," Rashid shrugged. "We wanted it to be weird, and it is."
"Not so much weird, I just think these songs were the ones we were most familiar with," Elliott picked up. "They were the most solid songs we had at the time, and it was time for us to finally record something. It was good to get them down and properly recorded, instead of doing mud tracks and things that we've done in the past."
In the full interview we discuss why Dr. Parallax has stayed as an instrumental band, how the tracks on Stick and String best showcase their sound, the 'bookends' on the EP, how the band brings songs together in the creative process, how they draw the line when it comes to musical experimentation, coming up with song titles with no lyrics to use as a guide, why it has taken so long to release a body of work, upcoming shows and more.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

Dive straight into the raw, unfiltered conversations happening behind the amplifiers and drum kits. HEAVY Music Interviews, straight from the team at HEAVY Magazine, pulls you backstage and into the green room for genuine talks with the most compelling voices in rock, punk, metal, and the wider heavy music landscape. This isn't about polished press releases; it's where artists open up about the craft of a crushing riff, the stories behind an iconic album, and the realities of life on the road. Each episode delivers a new perspective, whether it's a legendary frontman reflecting on decades of noise or a breakthrough band explaining their explosive sound. You'll hear the passion and personality that fuels the music, directly from the musicians creating it. For anyone who lives for the energy of a heavy track and wants to know the people behind it, this podcast serves as a regular, essential connection. Tune in for authentic discussions that go far beyond the surface, keeping you directly plugged into the heart of the scene.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 1000

HEAVY Music Interviews
Podcast Episodes
The Side Effects Of Sin With ELIAS & JAMES From ANOXIA [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:17
Interview by Kris PetersSydney based death metal outfit Anoxia are one of the rare breed of bands who are prepared to live and die by the sword they carry.By bringing a new sound to a bygone era of heavy metal, Anoxia em…
Raw Aggression With STEFAN FEDELE From VERMANTICS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:25
Interview by Kris PetersRising Australian rock outfit Vermantics are a band with a purpose.But although they might still be finding out the intricate details of just what that is as they make their way through the trappi…
Reward For Effort With LIAM GUINANE From WINDWAKER [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:25
Interview by Kris PetersThe 2025 APRA MUSIC AWARDS are almost upon us, and after the overwhelming success of last year's debut category Most Performed Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Work, anticipation is once again high amongst A…
No Strings Attached With ADAM THOMPSON From CHOCOLATE STARFISH [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:26
Interview by Kris Peters For more than three decades, the name Chocolate Starfish has been synonymous with Australian rock music, with singer Adam Thompson one of the most engaging and enigmatic frontmen to ever grace th…
The Plot Thickens With JAYME & DECLAN From BROOKLYN COMIC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:21
Interview by Jack HarlenSydney rock outfit Brooklyn Comic have built a steady name for themselves based on honest songwriting and powerful live performances.The band’s music blends emo, hardcore, indie and alternative ro…
Breaching The Barricades With KEV From LOST SOULS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:22
Interview by Kris PetersMarketing plays a massive part in the world today, with the music industry no exception. A band can have all the chops in existence and originality dripping from their brow, but still reach next t…
Changing Viewpoints With STEVEN WILSON [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:57
Interview by Kris PetersAcclaimed musical innovator and six-time Grammy nominee, Steven Wilson, will bring his highly anticipated The Overview Tour to Australia this November. His arrival will follow a massive run of UK,…
A Musical Awakening With NIILO SEVANEN From INSOMNIUM [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:28
Interview by Kris PetersIt's been almost ten years since Finnish melodic death masters Insomnium last graced Australian shores, but that means nothing now with the band is set to bring their signature blend of haunting m…
Every Rose Has Its Thorn With NAMELESS From GHOST BATH [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:11
Interview by Kris PetersDepressive black metal outfit GHOST BATH have emerged from beyond the veil with their new album, Rose Thorn Necklace, set to be released on May 9 via Nuclear Blast Records. The band, in their 12th…