Japan Suicide is an Italian post punk band that has garnered a lot of attention with their 2015 album 'We Die In Such A Place' released on Unknown Pleasures Records. 'We Die In Such A Place' made several top lists for the year's best releases. It's time to get to know a little bit about the band making all the buzz.
When I first saw your We Die In Such A Place CD advertised, I wondered about the name, Japan Suicide. How did you arrive with that name? Were there other names you considered?
Japan Suicide: The name came after much time; we didn't have others in mind. Then Matteo found it reading Mishima and others things on Japan. It's a symbolic approach; what was an ancient ritual is today a modern alienation. Our music is well anchored to the past, but we believe that it still has a pulsing strength.
Japan Suicide has been releasing music since at least 2010. What brought all of the members together to the point where forming a band was a real possibility?
We Die In Such A Place has made several top 10 lists for best post punk albums of 2015 and the reviews have been solid. How did the band come up all the concepts to making such a well-received album? What were the motivating or driving factors that fostered the creativity musically, lyrically and personally?
While listening to your debut album, Mothra from 2010, there is a different feel from that album to 'We Die In Such A Place'. I know a lot can happen in 5 years. We Die In Such A Place feels darker. Was this the result of what you wanted? What changes did you make from 2010 to 2015?
The fans that want to connect with you or stay up to date with all that is Japan Suicide, your Facebook seems to be a great starting point. There are a lot of videos, pictures and other information. What is your favorite way to connect with the fans?
How often do you play live? Also where have you played and where would you like to play? I vote for NYC.
How awesome would a vinyl release of 'We Die In Such A Place' be? Is this something you have thought about? Does format matter to you? Do you think it matters all that much to the fans?
What's on the horizon for Japan Suicide? When can we expect more new music and merchandise? If money was not a huge factor, what would be your dream release? How would you put everything together for this release? I know sometimes when I buy an LP, I get super excited to find a lyric sheet, artwork or even a poster. Sometimes due to financials, that is not possible.
What albums do members of Japan Suicide hold close to their hearts influentially and personally?
Unknown Pleasures Records is currently your label. They specialize in and promote many different styles of music from minimal wave to EBM. How is it working with Unknown Pleasures? They seem have good taste with the artists and projects they promote.
Aside from playing in Japan Suicide, what makes the members happy?
Luke Jacobs
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