band - Anthrax 1.15.08 interview with Dan Nelson
J Sohn - First I wanna say thanks for doing this. Things have changed a lot since I
met you and you fronted the bands Devilsize and Me, My Enemy. For those who
haven't read or heard the story, how did you become the vocalist for Anthrax?
Dan - I contacted Rob Caggiano (Anthrax guitarist) about jamming through myspace. I originally
laid down tracks for a side project Rob is doing. He told me after I was done recording he
thought I would be a good fit for Anthrax. I was contacted by Charlie shortly after and
auditioned. The rest, as they say, is history!
J Sohn - I know you have met up with the guys a few times and been prepping for
the new record. How have things been going?
Dan - Things are going great, fans are going to be real pleased with the new album. It's heavy
as hell, and definitely has those thrash elements that Anthrax is best known for!
J Sohn - You have really gotten a lot of notice since becoming the bands' new
frontman. What's it like to have all these people (including me) bugging you for
interviews and bombarding you with questions?
Dan - It's cool. I mean who the hell am I? Haha. I am just some dude who loves singing metal. I am very thankful to be here.
J Sohn - I've been keeping up with your recent interviews, so I'm going to try and take this one to a different direction. You are a big hockey (NY Rangers) fan. Two part question here... Who is your favorite all time hockey player and who is your favorite all time New York Ranger?
Dan - Good question! My favorite all time hockey player is my Pops. He played semi-pro for the Long Island Ducks and was even offered a contract with the Devils. Favorite all-time Ranger is Martin Straka.
J Sohn - I already got you with that Beatle or Stones question during Toe Tag's show (on www.scrubradio.com), so I'll corner you and ask... Who is your favorite band of all time?
Dan - 3 way tie between Metallica, Anthrax and Pantera.
J Sohn - Do you know the timeline as far as when the new Anthrax CD will come out?
Dan - No, but I know it will be '08.
J Sohn - Any idea on if the band will do some short tour, or special dates before the release?
Dan - I hope so, haha.
J Sohn - Is there anything else you'd like to tell us before I let you go?
Dan - Thanks to all the fans for all the support. I can't wait for you guys to hear the new 'Thrax'!! It's gonna tear everyone a new one in '08'!!
J Sohn - Thanks alot man. I know you are extremely busy these days and I am grateful for your time.
Dan - Anytime man, thank you!
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Dan Nelson, Anthrax Vocalist
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