Solareyes
Doom metal/psychedelic rock
Solareyes was formed in Mar Vista California in 2016 and is a mix of Doom Metal, Classic Metal, Prog, and Space rock. Featuring Matthew Fields (Guitar and Vox) Jamie Cluchey (Drums) and Pat Leary (Bass) their 2019 self-titled album was produced By Doug Grean whose credits include several of Scott Wieland's projects.
You don't often hear a more eclectic point of view than that of Pat Leary who was generous with his time, off the record, talking with me about it. A lot like this album's subject matter the conversation took some far-out political and metaphysical meanders. Here are some of the questions I asked him and the answers.
1. You had mentioned to me earlier your belief in an ancient alien hypothesis is what the first track of the album, Origins is about. There's seems to be some kind of warning in there too about technology run amok. Want to expand on that?
The technology reference is stating that we are hurting ourselves with our advances. Like the Metal Gods story but it's digital. The song states that we originate on another planet, but aren't advanced enough to find out the details.
2. Which three influences can be most easily recognizable in your sound? Where do you find inspiration?
I would say Sabbath, Hawkwind, and the 3rd are hard to say. We have several influences that each player brings to the table.
3. I never heard a more honest explanation of why you enjoy playing live music than what you gave me when I asked it casually. So I will ask it again now. Why do you do want to this? How do you hype yourself up if you're nervous?
I love when people react to our music. There's a feeling of accomplishment. Also, reward for the work. I don't get nervous anymore. I feel in my element. If I'm just hanging out somewhere I feel out of place and a bit self-conscience.
4. If there's a difference of opinion at band practice, how is the final decision made?
We write together. If someone thinks a part doesn't fit they speak up and we find something that does. Having everyone's input makes for better results.
5. Have you ever wanted to quit performing? What kept you from giving up?
There was a time when I stopped playing. Lost motivation and love of music. Happens to every player at some point. Solareyes was my recharge.
6. The fifth song on the record, Eagle, seems partly to describe a mass shooting. Why did you write this?
Eagle was written about the incident in Paris when Isis attacked an Eagles of Death Metal show. The band escaped. Hence the chorus Eagle Flew Away.
7. How did Solareyes form? Tell me about those guys. Tell me about the most fun the four of you have had together performing.
Matthew and I would meet at his lockout and jam for fun. Came up with some cool ideas. He brought over Jamie (drummer) and everything clicked. It's been a runaway train ever since. We played steadily for several years. My most enjoyable show was in Lancaster last October. I love playing outdoors and wish I could more often. After months of no gigs, it felt so good. The crowd was stoked to have live music again.
8. If God was a verifiably real person and outside of God's office was a suggestion box, what kind of note would you leave in there?
I would ask God to please kill off the greedy scum who ruin the world instead of killing Rock Legends.
9. Where can we find you on the web? Where can we purchase Solareyes?
Our full-length album is on Bandcamp. We have vids on youtube and pages on Instagram and Facebook.
10. Is there anyone, in particular, you would like to mention or thank?
I would like to thank everyone who comes to our shows. Shane Gudlow for having us play and Fred Kiko for playing us on KXLU.
And I would like to thank Pat for an entertaining time. I liked the album, Dude. But still, don't be thinking it means you get a free pass to break my lamps.
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