Emo band SKIIMO had grown up together, moved from one state to another, then would go on to write, record and release their debut EP, a single, with a sophomore EP on the way; along with a debut full-length expected within the next year! The band wants to release more music, play more shows, tour eventually and just leave a place for themselves that all can know who they are as musicians. See what they discuss with us below.
1. Where did you get the idea for the band name, you planned it or came out just like that?
A: So, our entire band moved to Denver from Illinois and we grew up playing in a band that was apart of the “Midwest Emo” genre. Because of that, we wanted to sort of come up with a name that took on the idea of Midwest Emo but out west. That is how we got Skiimo. I (Bryson) love to ski, which was a huge factor for moving out here. So we mixed the word Ski and emo together and got Skiimo.
2. Why did you want to play this genre?
A: I have always been enthralled by emo. From Sunny Day Real Estate to MCR and more, it has always been a genre that resonated with me. I also just always find myself writing songs with a bit sadder tone in the vocals.
3. Did you know each other before the band was formed?
A: Yes! We all grew up together and Brayden and Zack are brothers.
4. Where is the band based out of and what is your music scene like there? Are there any local bands you could recommend?
A: We formed in Denver despite originally being from Illinois. We are still learning the local scene here but have met some really cool bands already like Flower Head and Team Nonexistent.
5. Who or what inspires you to write songs?
A: Mental health. Past relationships. Depression.
6. What are your songs about? (What specific themes do they cover?)
A: My songs range from being about past relationships to struggling with my own mental state and struggling to accept that this is just how I am.
7. Do you write your own songs? (Discuss the songwriting process in detail.)
A: Yes! Usually, I will write the guitar part before I work on the vocals. I find the majority of the guitar written for each song to be figured out at night while I'm just sitting down watching anime and playing guitar. Vocals-wise, I usually have to be in the right state of mind or else it seems forced.
8. What have you released so far and what can someone expect from your works?
A: At the moment, we have one EP out and a single, which will be apart of our second EP (releasing in February 2025).
9. Do you have any new music in the works?
A: We do! After our sophomore EP releases, we will be working on our first LP.
10. How about playing shows and touring, have anything planned out?
A: We have a small tour planned for May and then will look at a larger tour in 2026 for our full-length.
11. What plans do you have for the future as a band?
A: Make music. Play shows. And hopefully, have an impact on at least one person.
12. Where can we listen to your band and where can we buy your stuff?
A: Our music is on all major streaming platforms! Spotify, Apple Music, etc. However, merch-wise, we only do drops Usually it's on our Bandcamp. If you want to keep an eye out then follow Skiimo on Bandcamp or follow our Twitter or Instagram.
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