Problematique MX Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 With their complex songwriting, progressive guitar chords, and explosive electronic orchestration paired with otherworldly lyrics, Muse has climbed to the higher echelon of rock stardom. In twenty years, it’s a safe bet that Muse will be considered as influential to bands of that generation as the Rolling Stones have to the bands of now. While Muse is truly an arena band with their larger-than-life sound, they are also a bunch of down-to-earth dudes who schedule their days and recording sessions around their family on both sides of pond. The band plays tonight at the Staples Center and Matthew Bellamy said in an interview with Kevin & Bean this morning that he considers it a “homecoming show” because both him and Dominic Howard have homes in both Los Angeles and London. Their bi-continental life seems to suit them. Bellamy jokes that he took America’s best women while Howard notes that while Muse composed their latest album The 2nd Law in London they also spent some time in Malibu recording the guitar parts for “Madness” in Rick Rubin’s sunny garden in Malibu. So, despite Muse’s British upbringing, they are familiar with the beauty of Southern California and Bellamy even raises his family with Kate Hudson here part-time. He said that his daily tour routine for the next few days will be his children acting as an alarm clock. “In LA, I just get woken up by the kids first thing in the morning,” laughed Bellamy, joking that he tells his kids he needs a break “until lunch at least” because he “didn’t finish partying until like 3am last night.” Even through their music, it’s evident that Muse has softened up a little. Kevin & Bean point out that their single “Madness” doesn’t sound anything like their old stuff and while the band reassures their fans that they have a lot of Muse-sounding songs on the The 2nd Law, the popularity of Bellamy’s favorite song “Madness” was a “real big surprise.” “We kind of took a risk with that one. We tried something completely different,” elaborated Bellamy. “To go straight off the bat with a song that’s kind of softer in nature rather than a big rockin’ track which is what we normally do…That song stands out because we tried to do something really minimal and stripped down. Not with all the epic sort of theatrics that we normally have. And I think we got it right in that song.” That’s not to say they won’t be including those epic theatrics in their live shows. Kevin & Bean joke that they’ve seen everything from the band and that they expect zombies next. Bellamy laughed, “I might be a bit of a zombie, seeing as how we’re doing this interview so early.” Starting one of their biggest North American tours soon, Muse tease that there will actually be an “upside down electronic pyramid” which will come and consume the band and eat them up and that there is a lot of personal interaction. Howard said that “Matt and Chris are running around more in the crowd.” Having the crowd feel a part of the performance is something that Muse feel strongly about. They’ve created a Muse 360 app that allows fans to watch a Muse’s concert at Reading Festival from different angles and have made efforts to deter scalpers from selling tickets to their “boring” rich people. “I hate [scalping] because you end up with an audience of people that spent all this money, crazy money and end up with basically a boring crowd,” said Bellamy. “People with more money tend to not rock out as hard. I’m not sure why that is.” Muse fans and KROQ listeners will be happy to know that the “ticketless ticket” effort that the band started in England has been implemented in America. In fact, Muse say that they owe their career in America to KROQ. Is their potential that Muse might become officially American citizens? Well, Bellamy confessed that they might play a Jimi “Hendrix-y” cover of the “Star-Spangled Banner” at the Staples Center like they did they did at their San Diego show. “Just instrumental. I feel like you have to be an American to sing it,” confessed Bellamy. “But you never know. I might be an American soon. So, you never know; I might be able to sing it.” It sounds like Muse is here to stay. Muse play January 26th, January 27th, and January 29th at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. 2012′s The 2nd Law featuring “Madness” is now available on Helium 3/Warner. http://kroq.cbslocal.com/2013/01/23/muse-interview/ He is joking right? As always? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kueller Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 they are familiar with the beauty of Southern California Yet LA's like the worst city in the state Well, Bellamy confessed that they might play a Jimi “Hendrix-y” cover of the “Star-Spangled Banner” Yet they've done that pretty much every US gig for years. “People with more money tend to not rock out as hard. I’m not sure why that is.” Yet those ticket prices. Seems like a standard Matt article. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raiga Kagekami Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Matt speaks nonsense most of the time so lol. I like how these American reporters act as if they have not seen the stage set-up during the Europe arena tour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShineIsCool Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 He is joking right? As always? Nope, I'm afraid he's talking very seriously this time. Some people may think "maybe it's because his wife is american..." that is true, but that is not everything. It has to do with the thread I started yesterday, http://board.muse.mu/showthread.php?t=88953 Well, all I can say is that I wish MUSE to stay sober, to be wise (as they have always been), and to be strong, very strong. And by the way, MUSE if you ever read this, know that it's not too late! It's NEVER too late to do the right thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chudenk Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Muse play January 26th, January 27th, and January 29th at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. January 27th & 29th? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarrieB Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 http://kroq.cbslocal.com/2013/01/23/muse-interview/ He is joking right? As always? I think there is probably something behind it. Not just a joke. It would be an odd joke to make without any background. . Maybe there have been some discussions about him applying for dual citizenship for some reason. Can you do that in America? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forevermusic Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 It is possible for duel-citizenship - I think Arnold Schwarzenegger and Rupert Murdoch are citizens of America and their birth countries, for instance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HannahG123 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Matt you smelly poo poo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H4N5 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 It is possible for duel-citizenship - I think Arnold Schwarzenegger and Rupert Murdoch are citizens of America and their birth countries, for instance. Matt wants to become governor of California Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessicaSarahS Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Yet they've done that pretty much every US gig for years. But it's the whole thing now instead of just a snippet. Everything else= yeah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentsatellite Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Matt speaks nonsense most of the time so lol. I like how these American reporters act as if they have not seen the stage set-up during the Europe arena tour. Why would reporters have seen the European stage set up? It's not like journalists do 30 seconds worth of research on anything these days that doesn't involve someone's boobs or the Kardashians. The article recaps made Bellamy sound like the worst father ever. "Go away kid(s?)... daddy's got a hangover from avoiding you last night..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raiga Kagekami Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Why would reporters have seen the European stage set up? It's not like journalists do 30 seconds worth of research on anything these days that doesn't involve someone's boobs or the Kardashians. You've got a point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forevermusic Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Matt wants to become governor of California Either that or he's going to buy FOX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrsjrcj Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Matt should move to Florida. Better environment than Cal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentsatellite Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 I heard Florida is all alligators and old people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furygirl Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 I heard Florida is all alligators and old people. Pretty much innit. And titty bars, judging by the ads on I-75. Big selling point for Dom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberBaby Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 If Matt and Dom applied for citizenship I would piss....everywhere....profusely, and violently to the point that I pass out. And once I wake up, I will be the happiest person to ever wake up in a puddle of urine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kueller Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 If Matt and Dom applied for citizenship I would piss....everywhere....profusely, and violently to the point that I pass out. And once I wake up, I will be the happiest person to ever wake up in a puddle of urine. Detailed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoberBaby Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 Detailed. You can't blame me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarrieB Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 If Matt and Dom applied for citizenship I would piss....everywhere....profusely, and violently to the point that I pass out. And once I wake up, I will be the happiest person to ever wake up in a puddle of urine. I'm not sure if it would be Dom as well. I would feel a bit sad, irrationally I think, as it's only a piece of paper, but it's another step away from their roots. I'm happy that such a great band has arisen from a little town in Devon, and I would like them to stay British, makes them seem closer somehow. But whatever, it's not up to me...I'm sure it would be for good reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musemadmrsmac Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 Nooooo! Please don't become American,Matt or Dom (I don't think Chris would go to those extremes) What is great about you is that you are SO British!! Don't do it...it feels like you are giving up on us!! We are proud of you here!!! *gutted and sincerely hopes it is mis-reporting* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentsatellite Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 I'm sure wanting to spend more time with your family without being constantly jetlagged wouldn't be an awful reason. It's not like it erases the entirety of someone's past... I would assume there's probably awkward legal issues, as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarrieB Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 Nooooo! Please don't become American,Matt or Dom (I don't think Chris would go to those extremes) What is great about you is that you are SO British!! Don't do it...it feels like you are giving up on us!! We are proud of you here!!! *gutted and sincerely hopes it is mis-reporting* It's not misreporting. Matt said it himself. I don't know whether there are restrictions for how long non-nationals can stay in either America or Britain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johi36 Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 Once they lose their British accents, I'll be really, really sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentsatellite Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 It's not misreporting. Matt said it himself. I don't know whether there are restrictions for how long non-nationals can stay in either America or Britain. I don't know about Britain, but there is in the US. Probably not too bad to get around with tons of money, however. Once they lose their British accents, I'll be really, really sad. Didn't Matt live in Italy for a while? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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