Trap Them: The Final Frontier of Extreme Music
Lisa Sanchez
Issue date: 11/9/09 Section: Arts & Entertainment
In addition to their busy touring schedule, Trap Them have recently moved to Prosthetic Records, one of the bigger labels featuring extreme music. McKenney assured the switch to Prosthetic from their old label was for the best. "They (Prosthetic) are really helpful, they also don't over-saturate themselves with too much work, they're very hands on," McKenney explained. Although Trap Them just released their album last year, their next full length album will be on Prosthetic Records. Compared to the band's last label, which focused more on punk and metal subgenres, Prosthetic Records has a predominant metal influence. However, Trap Them intend to keep their unique sound, "The only change that may take place is that of any band that likes to pinpoint where they want to go and progress with the band," McKenney said.
On top of everything else, the band has still managed to put together a new release. Their new EP will be available sometime in late December or early January. McKenney reflected on his lyric writing process, saying he was heavily influenced by readings, including crime and horror books. However, for Trap Them the written lyrics have a tendency to change during a live performance. "I say similar lyrics, I just like to say what works, I think it's a different approach and it keeps everything really interesting," McKenney commented on his lyrical improvisation.
Despite all that can be said about Trap Them, the most important thing to McKenney is that people come and see them perform live. "It's great to just see a band get angry and play" McKenney stated. If nothing else, Trap Them put on a very interesting show. Somehow, McKenney manages to invade the space of everyone in the audience without even leaving the stage. Trap Them seem to have found a combination for success; hard work, fast music, and improvisation.
On top of everything else, the band has still managed to put together a new release. Their new EP will be available sometime in late December or early January. McKenney reflected on his lyric writing process, saying he was heavily influenced by readings, including crime and horror books. However, for Trap Them the written lyrics have a tendency to change during a live performance. "I say similar lyrics, I just like to say what works, I think it's a different approach and it keeps everything really interesting," McKenney commented on his lyrical improvisation.
Despite all that can be said about Trap Them, the most important thing to McKenney is that people come and see them perform live. "It's great to just see a band get angry and play" McKenney stated. If nothing else, Trap Them put on a very interesting show. Somehow, McKenney manages to invade the space of everyone in the audience without even leaving the stage. Trap Them seem to have found a combination for success; hard work, fast music, and improvisation.
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