Lunar Rogue, indie rock band from Los Angeles, just released their latest single “Another Night, Another Day” from their unreleased, yet-to-be-named album that is in the process of being recorded. With me today is Julia Dettwiler (lead singer/songwriter), Roslyn Osborn (drummer/harmony singer), Sam Orellana (bassist), and Alex Methot (guitarist). Jim Briggs (guitarist) was unable to make it, but these guys seem to have it all under control!
“Rock N Roll Love Child of Alternative and Classic Rock,” huh? Cool combo. Who are your biggest influences? Julia: My family and friends are probably my biggest influences but other big influences include Stevie Nicks, Ann Wilson, Pat Benatar, Debbie Harry, Barbra Streisand, Freddy Mercury, Steve Perry, Joan Jett, Cyndi Lauper, and almost every badass artist I’ve ever seen live. I try to learn something from every concert I attend Alex: I love this question because we all have different influences that help us bring different flavors to the band. I’ve always been a blues influenced, up-tempo rock n’ roll kind of guy and
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picked up the guitar thanks to Slash, Joe Perry, Brian May, and Angus Young to name a few. Rozz: Steve Gadd taught me the importance of having that perfect, in the pocket groove that fits with the song. Chad Smith is the perfect rock drummer example in my mind. His fills and timing are incredible. And Dave Grohl...I could say so much about how he inspires me, but the biggest thing is how he was a drummer originally and then became a singer/guitarist and formed the biggest post grunge band. That really helped me come out of my shell and start singing and doing harmonies and push myself to become more than just a drummer and a more well-rounded musician.
Sam: The list is massive but to keep it concise, probably mostly: All members of Rush and Mr. Big, my older brother Ricky, and The Pillows. The J-rock helps keep things interesting. Do you enjoy recording? Rozz: Of course! I think it’s important to get your music out for the world to hear. If not, you’re just playing for yourself and music shouldn’t be trapped in a room like that. It should be recorded and released. Sam: I love recording for the most part. It feels super dope to record my stuff and be able to play it back and be proud of something. That being said if something just isn’t coming out
