photo by Keina García
Just 8 days to go and, as many have observed, SOS fever is starting to set in. As part of NME-Europe's featured coverage of the festival we have been fortunate enough to be able to talk to a national product (they're from Bilbao) who are about to cross "the final frontier".
We Are Standard have been making quite a name for themselves In Spain with their electro-indie tunes (MTV voted them best Spanish act of 2009) and are about to take the plunge by releasing their album in the UK. Next week is a big one for these vascos, with an international album release and a slot at the SOS Festival, but they we good enough to speak to us and give us their thoughts on the event.
NME-Europe: Thanks for talking to us guys. So, will this be your first time in Murcia? Do you know what you're letting yourselves in for?
WAS: We've played in Murcia a couple of times and in Cartagena too. We know about the red shrimps, the sea, the warm weather... we know where we are going.
They certainly do (they forgot to mention the wonderful people, but in the main they know the score!)
NME-Europe: This is your first time at SOS, but have you played any of the other 'big' Spanish festivals?
WAS: We've played a lot of them. Indeed, last year we played the main stage at FIB after Oasis and Glasvegas.
NME-Europe: Was there any reason in particular (apart from monetary!) that made you accept the chance to play at the SOS 4.8 Festival?
WAS: No, we just play for money and food. The beaches around are a good excuse too. Let's hope we get good weather.
To be honest, I think most people will be happy that the Volcanic dust has disappeared more than hoping for sun!
NME-Europe: What do you make of the organisation so far?
WAS: It looks good. Just looking at the bands that are playing you can say it's a big festival.
Indeed. We are definitely getting excited!
NME-Europe: Of the other bands involved, who will you be taking time out to see?
WAS: We won't miss the Hot Chip and the Crystal Castles gigs.
NME-Europe: Thanks a lot then, lads. Look forward to seeing you next week.
WAS: Yeah, we're really looking forward to playing in such an important festival and to introducing our album to the people that may come from the UK, coinciding with its release over there.
Well, NME-Europe is convinced We Are Standard will prove to be a hit in 'Blighty' and suggests you all have a listen to their material, or better still grab copy of their album. You can visit their website for more information, meanwhile he's a glimpse of what they're capable of on stage.
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You can read more NME-Europe articles on the SOS 4.8 Festival here.
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