Q&A: Flight Mongoose
The 2018 SAMMIES winner for Indie
Genre: Rock
Winning Category: Indie
Members/Instruments: Jace (rhythm guitar/vocals), Chase (lead guitar), Leoncio (drums), Carlos Andres (bass).
What was the first song you learned to play?
“Woolly Bully” by Sam The Sham & The Pharaohs.
What’s something most of your friends don’t know about you?
That we’re in a band.
Name a pet peeve.
When someone uses too much saliva on the joint.
What’s a big musical inspiration that would most surprise your fans?
Silver Boy.
What drives you to keep playing even though the music industry can be so harsh?
Corn dogs.
What artist or band are you a little embarrassed to love, and why?
New Kids On The Block. We’re not even embarrassed.
What’s your favorite local artist/group?
Cardboard Houses.
What’s your favorite jam from the ’90s?
Sugar Ray.
Name a recent personal food trend.
Tide Pods!
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