Miniature Tigers play the Echo Aug. 1 and Soda Bar Aug. 2
Although the sound of music is important, nothing beats the feeling of the sound and that’s what the Miniature Tigers are all about. Their unique sound can be heard at the Echo in LA on Aug. 1 and at the Soda Bar in San Diego Aug. 2.
They are an indie-rock band based in Brooklyn, NY that started their first national tour in 2008 and have been booming ever since. Inspired by Weezer’s Blue Album, vocalist/guitarist Charlie Band wanted something that his listeners could connect with and create a bond. The band formed via good ‘ole MySpace due to their love for the same music and bands.
The OC Concert Guide had the opportunity to speak with Miniature Tigers about their name origin, inspirations and background.
OCCG: How and when did you guys realize you wanted to pursue music?
MT: I think I realized when I was 17 or 18 that school wasn’t for me.
OCCG: The band emerged because of MySpace. How did you know it was going to work out?
MT: I’m still wondering if it will.
OCCG: How would you describe your genre? Is this your favorite genre of music to listen to yourselves?
MT: I honestly have no idea how to describe us. I usually don’t really care for the bands we’re lumped in with. I like Top 40 hip-hop.
OCCG: What is the meaning behind “Cruel Runnings?”
MT: We liked the look and sound to it. Started off as kind of a goof but really fit the vibe of some of the lyrics. It also reminds me of Jamaica where we recorded it.
OCCG: Charlie Brand claimed that he wanted to make something like Weezer’s Blue Album. What do you like about that album in particular?
MT: That album is a classic from my childhood. I didn’t really want to capture that sound but more capture the way it made me feel when I heard it as a kid.
OCCG: Who would you potentially want to collaborate with if you could pick anyone?
MT: Kanye
OCCG: What do you guys struggle with most as artists and as a whole group?
MT: I think like many artists the struggle is how do you make this a living?
OCCG: What do you guys enjoy doing on your spare time?
MT: I like to relax, see movies take my dogs on walks
OCCG: What are you most looking forward to at your shows in LA and San Diego?
MT: Southern California is burrito territory so I’m gonna hunt one of those down.