Can you tell us as to who the members of your band are and what roles they play within the band. What inspired you to call yourselves "The Vincent Black Shadow" and where do you draw inspiration from for your songs and lyrics? How long has the band been in existence and how did it form?
Robbie:Guitar
Cassandra:Vocals
Tony:Drums
Chris:Bass
The name comes from the name of a motorcycle written about by Hunter S Thompson. Our inspiration comes from everything - from other music, movies and literature. The band was formed in 2003 by Robbie, Cass and Tony.
You're considered to be part of a new wave of exciting bands. What was your local scene like before you formed and how do you think it's adapted in order to accommodate an outfit such as yourselves? Did you encounter any difficulties as a new and emerging band and what advice would you give to other musical outfits on breaking into such a difficult industry?
We aren't really part of any local scene as we tour all the time, but the Warped Tour in the USA has embraced us, and we have gone from playing the smallest stage on it last year, to the biggest one this year. My advice to new musicians, is prepare for the worst, and unless you are prepared to give up your social life, girlfrie...