jen janet — MUSIC — Unclear Magazine

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INTERVIEW BY CAMI LIBERTY

If you are in the alternative rock scene and are looking for a new band to appreciate, look no further! Introducing the lovely Blind Revision, this band with an incredibly unique sound just released a new EP called Of White and Grey. Learn all you need to know about your new favorite band below!

In your own words, how would you describe the band’s music?

BLIND REVISION: "The band sounds like a cross between Evanescence and Coheed and Cambria. We have melodic female vocals and some metal/progressive rock instrumentals."

Who are some of your musical influences?

BLIND REVISION: "Our songwriting style is definitely influenced by Coheed and Cambria. We try to write catchy choruses that will get stuck in your head, but also have some progressive rock verses that keep people interested. I realize a lot of musicians say this, but I honestly think we have a unique sound that you don’t find in rock too often anymore. The vibe and mood of many of our songs is also somewhat dark and mysterious."

Back in May you released your EP Of White and Grey – what was the creative process like?

BLIND REVISION: "We started writing that EP the summer before it was released. We took a month off from playing shows to write it. Basically, we just all got together, had a lot of fun and took it song by song. First, most of the instrumentals were finalized. One of the guitarists would usually bring an idea to the band and then we would all build off of it. Then Jen our vocalist put all the lyrics together. We decided early on that we wanted to do a concept EP, so we made sure that all the lyrics fit in together. Therefore, we wanted all the music finished before we even started writing lyrics. Each song represents a different lobe of the brain, as well as a different internal 'demon' that haunts people."

What song on the EP are you most proud of and why?

BLIND REVISION: "That’s such a tough question. We are obviously proud of the whole EP but I think Frontal: Seeker has some very difficult drum parts, so our drummer is quite proud of that one. It’s also very fast and energetic, so when we initially wrote it, we actually got very tired at first. It was pretty sad. That song taught us physical stamina!"

What is your favorite part about performing live?

BLIND REVISION: "My favorite part is the energy. I love when we have a really enthusiastic crowd, and we can build off of their energy and they build off of us. That’s the best. It’s like you’re both complimenting each other and building each other up. We try to put on a very energetic show and move around a lot, so it’s great when the crowd does too. And of course, it’s wonderful when they sing our lyrics back to us :) It’s just a wonderful feeling of, people are listening to what we have to say. People actually took the time to memorize what we sing about and what we care about. That’s incredible."

Do you have any goals that you want to complete as a band?

BLIND REVISION: "We are planning another tour, so that is in the works. We’d really like to tour with more amazing bands and meet awesome people. We use Facebook and Instagram a lot, so if you have them, follow us @blindrevision and tell us where you want us to tour! We always want to know what people think. It actually helps us a lot when we plan tours."

Is there anything we can expect from you guys in the future?

BLIND REVISION: "We are planning a new song to go with a music video. Currently we don’t have specific plans on when we will be shooting, but it’s definitely in the works. We also recently did a fun photoshoot and it will be published in an alternative magazine soon - be on the lookout for that!"

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BY KAT VISTI

Jen Janet and her upcoming EP "Dangerous" just makes you want to dance! In the past she's toured with Hawthorne Heights and Red Jumpsuit Apparatus with her band Blind Revision. We sat down with her to hear more about her music and what the future holds!

How would you describe your upcoming EP "Dangerous"?

JEN: Dance, dance, dance! The vibe is definitely fun and upbeat. I wanted to fuse pop sounds with electronic dance music and I think that’s a pretty good description. So far in my music career, I’ve actually written a lot of very serious music. I am also in an alternative rock band with metal influences, and our songs sound quite different from this pop EP. I will always love doing that and writing those types of songs - but this was a chance to try something new.

Which track off of the EP is your favorite?

JEN: That’s a tough question. I think I’ve gone through phases where each one was my favorite. Right now, I’d have to say I love Dangerous. It’s just a very fun, upbeat song that sounds a bit more EDM than the rest of the EP. For a while though, In Bloom was my favorite, because it’s the most vulnerable song. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to include it and actually release it publicly, but I’m glad that I’ve decided to do so.

You've toured with multiple acts like Hawthorne Heights - could you describe the experience for us?

JEN: In 2015, I opened for Hawthorne Heights and Red Jumpsuit Apparatus with my band, Blind Revision. It was definitely my favorite musical memory to date. The crowd was the best part. When we went on stage, no one really knew who we were. I was half expecting us to get booed off the stage, or to have people ignore us, since they were waiting for the headlining acts to perform. But the crowd wasn’t just polite - they were super excited as soon as we started playing. It was just a great vibe all around, and we were welcomed by their fans. So that definitely felt good. It’s sometimes nerve-racking to open for a big headlining band because you never know if people will be excited for you, or if they will ignore you and just want to see the headlining band.

What are some of your future goals?

JEN: Someday I’d really like to help score movies or TV shows. I especially love sci-fi and horror movies, and sometimes there’s a lot of room for creativity for music in those genres. I think that would be really fun. I’m also obsessed with the Netflix show Stranger Things right now, and all the music in that show is very creative. It’s definitely given me some inspiration. I’d also like to tour somewhere outside of the U.S. because I love to travel.

If you could perform in any place in the world where would it be and why?

JEN: Great question! Speaking of touring, I’d love to perform pretty much anywhere. It’s not really a matter of which venue, but which country. I’d love to see Australia, or do a European tour. That probably won’t happen for a very long time, but that’s something that I’d love to do.

What got you into music?

JEN: I started singing in front of people when I was 4 years old. I think I first performed at my pre-school graduation. I know it sounds very cliche, but I’ve been singing as long as I can remember, and it just felt very natural to me. I started taking voice lessons and piano lessons when I was young, and it just continued from there. I was never a very spiritual person, and I think in a way, music takes me to that type of place in my mind. I’ve also used songwriting as an outlet for coping with negative things that have happened. I think it’s a very healthy way to let out your feelings. And the best part is, you can choose to make music with others or choose to do it privately. When I was younger I was not good at talking about my problems, so I wrote about them instead. I always felt better afterward.

If you could compare yourself to one other musician, who would it be?

JEN: I think my EP sounds similar to Marina and the Diamonds or Lady Gaga, but I would never want to compare myself to people who are so hugely successful! I think they are both very creative and they have influenced me when writing music in the pop or dance genre. That’s really all i can say. I am always inspired by music in any genre. If it makes me feel something, I will pay attention. But I don’t really want to compare myself to anyone just yet.

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