Alter The Press! - Albums Of 2009: (8-7)
8) Fun - 'Aim And Ignite'Alter The Press: How was 2009 for you?
Nate Ruess (vocals): I generally wait till December to gauge how the year has played out, and it usually happens once I hear the song "Long December" by Counting Crows and at that point I get pretty depressed about the year but this year was much different. When it came on it actually felt more bittersweet and much less depressing.
ATP: How has the response been to 'Aim and Ignite'?
Nate: Really positive. I feel very very fortunate to have been given a second chance at this music thing.
ATP: What made you choose 'All The Pretty Girls' as the first video?
Nate: We thought it was the a catchy song that would most likely have a cool music video. I haven't seen it because I get sketched out watching videos of myself but I heard we did good.
ATP: Any plans for the next single/video?
Nate: Not officially. We are still working through some ideas and usually once the holidays come, the whole industry shuts down. I'd like to hear (and not see) "At Least I'm Not As Sad" be the next single/video. I think with an open mind, people could really get into it but then again, what do I know? I've had zero success when you break it down into singles and videos.
ATP: Is there a reason why the album hasn't seen a UK release yet?
Nate: Yes, we don't like the food at the gas stations! Well, thats not really why. I'm not quite sure why the record hasnt been released in the UK. I think we are giving it time and looking for the absolute best label to release it on over there.
ATP: When will fun. be making their UK debut?
Nate: Hopefully (very likely) early in the new year.
ATP: What are your plans for 2010?
Nate: To become a more responsible adult and to hopefully help further the success of fun. and maybe start writing some new songs too.
ATP: What releases are you looking forward to in 2010?
Nate: The new Spoon record was the only one I remember off the top of my head but we discussed it with some friends (all of whom were much more in the know) and it seems like its going to be a great year for music.
7) Brand New - 'Daisy'Brand New were unavailable to comment when going to press.
