Charles Miller (Better Off - drums)
1. What are your top five albums that were released in 2013? (In order 1-5)
- The National - Trouble Will Find Me
- Braveyoung - Will The Dust Praise You
- Courtesy Drop - Songs To Drive To; Cry, And Make Love To
- Waxahatchee - Cerulean Salt
- Nails - Abandon All Life
2. What band did you discover in 2013 (can be a brand new band or an older band) that had an impact on your life? What made them significant?
I saw Waxahatchee open for Pity Sex here in Nashville, and I was immediately stoked on her music. Her songs are simple and straightforward--unlike most popular releases as of late. Her simplicity is refreshing and has become a “go-to” listen for me.
3. How will you remember 2013? (In terms of music)
2013 = The year of newer, young bands releasing great records with nostalgic sounds: (i.e. Citizen, Daylight, Balance & Composure, etc.)
4. What can we look forward to from you in 2014?
Better Off will be on the road most of 2014. We've also begun writing for the next record and will probably be recording again sometime in the summer.
5. What records are you looking forward to most in 2014?
Off the top of my head, I'm especially excited to (hopefully) hear new music from these bands in 2014: Brand New, Souvenirs, Tycho & Night Beds
6. There is a lot of debate over streaming sites and royalties, namely with Spotify. What is your stance on the economic policies behind the current streaming services? Do you have a preferred one?
Digital music is awesome, and I think streaming services are great, especially for providing a platform to find new music and exposing younger artists. If a band's record isn't on Spotify, “streaming” listeners will still likely get a hold of it, probably illegally. Money is money and art is art. I'll be happy with whatever as long as I get to jam.
