Please tell us about the history of your band and its members.
SKUM was founded 1999. From the original line-up only Christoph (drums) and Nikola (vocals) are left. Roberto plays the guitar since 4 years and Christian the bass since 5 years.
How would you describe your style? Which bands influenced your music?
We got our roots in Death Metal. Furthermore we listen to all kinds of music. We got a lot of groove in our style, as well as rock music and hardcore.
If you don´t like Death Metal, you will never understand or like our music.
If you only like Death Metal, you will never understand or like our music.
If you are into Metal and open minded, you will love our music!
Why should a metalhead buy your demos/albums?
Because we kick ass! A lot bands say this, but we do! And a lot of bands say this as well, but the difference is… the don´t! We do!
We are not bound to a style or musical borders. Also we do not bother with trying to create something totally new. We just make our origin sound and that´s it! No rules, no borders! The same counts for metalheads, simple thing, clear solution!
What have you released so far and how were your releases received by the public/media?
Our official releases are Skumworks vol.I (2003), Skumworks vol.II (2008) and the Promo2010.
We got some reviews on those, most of them quite good, as well as the feedback from the public.
Do you play live as well? How's your live activity so far?
Yes, we do! We are a live band. We love it to play shows. We leave burning ground!
What should labels/zines/promoters know about your band? Why should they be interested in it?
We are a band with character and personality. Why should they be interested? Check answer 2 and 3!
What plans do you have for the near future as a band?
We want to play a lot of gigs and festivals to spread our music. We are as well busy with the writing process for our fourth album.
Where can we listen to your band and where can we buy your stuff?
You can visit us on our homepage www.skum.de and get our stuff there as well.
February 2013