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(Message started by: AFallingStar on Nov 19^th, 2006, 11:52pm)

Title: Q&A with Robby...
Post by AFallingStar on Nov 19^th, 2006, 11:52pm

Just thought I'd post this. Interesting interview (transcript). There is one more page after the first one.

http://www.dailyorange.com/media/storage/paper522/news/2006/11/17/Feature/Qa.With.Robby.Takac.Of.The.Goo.Goo.Dolls-2465912.shtml?norewrite200611200047&sourcedomain=www.dailyorange.com#more

(I would have copied and pasted it, except my browser apparently won't let me. ;))

Title: Re: Q&A with Robby...
Post by Shannon on Nov 20^th, 2006, 12:01am

Thanks for posting that. It was a nice little insight into LLI. I had a feeling there was more to the song than just two people falling in love. I see it on the boards all the time where people just assume the songs are about a girlfriend, etc. I think more often than not it's deeper than that.

I tried copying and pasting as well and it wouldn't let me either.

Title: Re: Q&A with Robby...
Post by The Purple O on Nov 20^th, 2006, 9:10am

Since April 2006, the Goo Goo Dolls have been touring the United States, Canada and Europe, promoting its new album, "Let Love In." The Daily Orange spoke with Robby Takac, bassist and vocalist of the Goo Goo Dolls over the phone.

The Daily Orange: Why did you choose Syracuse?

Robby Takac: It's obvious, we love the Orange football team. Just kidding; it's because we're from Buffalo. Rochester, Syracuse, these were the first places we went out and played at outside of Buffalo. I think we've probably played in Syracuse since 1986.

D.O.: What was the inspiration and motivation behind your "Let Love In" music video?

R.T.: A lot of times when people listen to our band they tend to personalize our songs. If they hear something said about a relationship, they assume it's a relationship with themselves or someone else. In the case of "Let Love In," it deals with relationships on a much larger level; it's more than just two people sitting together looking at each other. It encapsulates what we wanted the entire record to say. This is really the first time that we've stepped out and made a general statement as a band about sociopolitical problems that can only be solved through the compassion of human beings.

D.O.: Which Goo Goo Dolls song has the most meaning to you?

R.T.: Me personally, I'd have to say "Black Balloon." I stand up here and think about life during that song; it's odd that it would be something that John (Rzeznik) sings.

D.O.: What's the touring life like?

R.T.: We started touring on Apr. 28 and we've done sold out shows in London, Sweden, Ireland, all across Canada and we've been across the U.S. three times already. The 22 and a half hours that surround the hour and a half that I actually perform can be a bit tedious at times. But it's all just part of the adventure, if you're out here doing what you're supposed to be doing, and your song means a lot to you and to the people, you can do this forever.

D.O.: What is the meaning behind the title of your smash hit "Iris?"

R.T.: I have no idea. Johnny came up with the name; he said he really liked the word.

D.O.: Over the course of the last eight months, what was or what do you think will be you most memorable venue?

R.T.: The most memorable gig was in front of city hall in Buffalo. When we shot the video for the 4th of July, it was the most memorable show of my life. It was the absolute worst rainstorm, and thousands of Buffalonians braved it and watched us. It was damn near religious. Halfway through, the skies opened up, it was amazing.

D.O.: How has the Goo Goo Dolls evolved over the years, from "Hold Me Up" to "A Boy Named Goo" to "Dizzy up that Girl" to your 2006 album, "Let Love In?" How has the meaning and tone of your music changed over time?

R.T.: The reason we've been able to stay together so long is we've changed within our band as people have changed. That's the key. If you're honest and not lying to people, and you're giving people an honest dose of what you've got, you can keep doing it.

D.O.: What advice would you give to Syracuse University students and college students across the country who are looking to start up a band?

R.T.: Number one, don't sign anything unless a lawyer looks at it, and make sure it is a lawyer you can trust. Most importantly make sure you can write straight from your heart.

If you go

What: The Goo Goo Dolls

Where: Landmark Theater

When: Sunday, 7 p.m.

Title: Re: Q&A with Robby...
Post by The Purple O on Nov 20^th, 2006, 9:13am

Thats a great interview. I didn't know some of the reasoning behind the songs

Title: Re: Q&A with Robby...
Post by Hysteria on Nov 20^th, 2006, 11:17am

That's pretty damn interesting, thanks for posting it! ;D

Title: Re: Q&A with Robby...
Post by the white o on Nov 20^th, 2006, 1:07pm

Thank you for posting that!! It was really interesting.

It gave me more insight into LLI.