Interviews: Illusions Of Grandeur
On this new occasion, we have had the opportunity to interview the Theatrical Hard Rock/Fantasy Metal band Illusions Of Grandeur from the USA. Check out the interview and follow the band on their FACEBOOK PAGE.
1. Where did you get the idea for the band name; did you plan it or come out just like that?
The name originated from a time when Maggie “The Siren” was seeking out other musicians to
form a band. A lot of the ads said, “No Illusions of Grandeur here” meaning they just wanted to
play music, Maggie thought “Why no Illusions of Grandeur?” Life is short, go for what you dream
and want!
2. Why did you want to play this genre?
As a band we wanted to develop and produce something different than the normal “Hard Rock and
Metal” Illusions of Grandeur’s influences come from many genres of course starting with metal;
like Korn, In This Moment Metallica, Avatar, and Evanescence.
Each member draws off their individual influences as well which are varied from The Siren’s love
of Classic rock like Janis Joplin and heart to CM’s love of The Smiths, Supertramp Soundgarden
into Miles's love of death metal, Jazz, and more.
IOG feels this just adds to the sound and allows the band to explore a lot of themes in their music.
We still listen to these artists and many, many more.
3. Did you know each other before the band was formed?
CM and Maggie had previously worked together in a national act for a few years
4. Each band member's favorite band?
Theatrical hard rock/metal, Illusions of Grandeur's influences come from many genres of course
starting with metal; like Korn, In This Moment Metallica, Avatar, and Evanescence. Each member
draws off their individual influences as well which are varied from The Siren’s love of Classic
rock like Janis Joplin and heart to CM’s love of The Smiths, Supertramp Soundgarden into a love
of death metal, and more. IOG feels this just adds to the sound and allows the band to explore a lot
of themes in their music.
5. Who or what inspires you to write songs?
Illusions of Grandeur’s main music writer is Bassist CM Carroll with lyrics and melodies provided
by The Siren. The entire band participates in the arranging and recording process and each
member, as songs are produced adds elements to it to create the overall song and sound. IOG is
continuously writing, normally demoing 30-35 songs per album then finding the songs that carry
the story and sound of the record.
6. Where was your last gig?
We played our last show on December 30th, 2023, in Hallem, PA at the Tourist Inn, great way to close
out 2023!
7. Where would you like to perform?
IOG’s goal is to play anywhere, anytime for anyone, worldwide. We love touring
8. Whom would you like to perform with?
Well, that would for sure be Avatar, Korn, and In This Moment. Having seen these bands a few
times I knew they would put on an amazing show!
9. Whom not?
Know one, we are welcome to all!
10. Any of you has ever suffered from stage fright? Any tip for beginners on how to beat that?
Never had stage fright that I can remember, advice would be prepared! Know your music and have
the drive to present it as if no one is watching or 10,000 people are. Leave it all on the stage at
every show
11. What bands have inspired you the most?
I would have to say Judas Priest, Korn, In This Moment, ABBA, AC/DC, just so many!
I would love to collaborate with Korn. They’ve been my favorite band since I was a teenager, and
the way Jonathan sings with so much emotion is something I try to emulate.
12. What's the weirdest thing a fan has ever asked you for?
Never really had any “weird” asks, I was handed a very young baby on stage once in the Ukraine,
which was a bit strange, I handed him back directly, but it was a moment for sure
13. What do you think of your fans?
We love The Siren Nation! Our friends and fans around the world, without them, there would be no
us!
14. What do you think of our site?
Love the blend of Metal and Hard Rock coverage!
15. Something to add?
Illusions of Grandeur is a live band. We love being in the studio and creating, but on the love stage, the band really comes alive! Illusions of Grandeur’s live show “The Siren Saga” draws its
storyline from the concept albums “the Songs of the Siren prt1” and “The Siren prt2”. Acting out
the songs and story on stage amidst a light and video show. IOG’s fans The Siren Nation are
amazing, supporting both in America and Europe.
2024 will see the release of Illusions of Grandeur’s “The Siren Rises pt1: Raven Witch” which will
continue The Siren Saga from the previous two albums, taking The Siren further into battle with
hades.
Illusions of Grandeur’s The Siren Tour continues through the remainder of 2023 into 2024.
IOG are currently while tour producing their 3rd album the next story in The Siren Saga “The
Siren Rises” which the band looks to have out in 2024.
Come see The Siren Saga Live and check out our latest single and video “Midnight”:
https://youtu.be/vLNdfUGkbQM
Illusions of Grandeur new single is on all streaming platforms and available on CD single at shows
https://songwhip.com/illusionsofgrandeur/midnight
Illusions of Grandeur is available on all social media and streaming platforms:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IllusionsOG
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iogmusic/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/iogband
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