BORRISON IVY

In The Media > 2009 > 103.8 FM Dubai Eye

Bleary eyed guitarist Richard Barber, bassist Quay Evano and vocalist Nikhil Uzgare were kindly interviewed on 103.8 Dubai Eye radio from 0200 until 0230 on February 23 2009.

Watch hostess Maria interviewing the band members about the planned debut album, band chemistry, influences, inspiration, past and future live gigs in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah, the PEACE gig, Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature gig, Rock Nation and MegaRockNation gigs and more!

Part 1

Filipino Rhythm Dubai Eye 103.8 hostess Maria welcomes Borrison Ivy band members: guitarist Richard Barber, vocalist Nikhil Uzgare and bassist Quay Evano.

The Dubai-based band discuss the name 'borrison ivy', how the band members met up, upcoming shows, songwriting, collaboration, the debut album and... Asian Girls!

Part 2

Borrison Ivy talk about their charity gig for the Pinoy Expat Auto Club Christmas Party and what a great audience the all-Filipino crowd were!

Richard introduces Lonely Lonely Days and explains that although the song is about manic depression and suicidal tendencies, it remains a hopeful song where will-power can enable you to come out stronger and on top.

The band discuss song-writing aims, the age of the band and musical influences from the late 80's that see Borrison Ivy as "a mixture of everything that's hot during those days".

Part 3

Richard talks about their temporary session drummer Kenny Hogan and his achievements as a drummer. They also discuss their d.i.y. attitude and media appearances in Lifestyle Magazine and Star Studio Magazine.

The band discuss their fan base, the meaning behind Salary Slut and where to catch the band in upcoming shows!

Many thanks to Maria on the Filipino Rhythm, Dubai Eye 103.8 FM!