Band Quote by Luke Hemmings
“When we first started as a band we knew we could all sing and we took harmonies from Mayday Parade which doesn't seem like a good harmony reference but it was for us. We wanted to take harmonies from Mayday Parade and be a guitar playing band.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Band formation story, 2018
Adopted harmonies from an unexpected source to shape a unique sound as a guitar‑driven band
In simple terms: Used odd harmony reference to create a new style
Key Takeaway
Embrace unconventional influences
Themes
creativity
music
innovation
Mood
inspired
experimental
Type
artistic
reflective
When to use this quote
- songwriting sessions
- live rehearsals
- recording
- musical experimentation
Key Concepts
harmonic adaptation
genre blending
band identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What other unlikely influences could you explore?
- How does this choice affect band cohesion?
A Different Perspective
Risk of sounding derivative or disjointed
