As part of our celebrations for International Lostprophets Day, we thought it would be a nice idea to ask those who had either worked with or been influenced by Lostprophets for a few words about the band.
Here’s what some of them had to say!
The Blackout
Said Mike:
“Lostprophets have been very inspirational to us as they have given us hope that if we tour our arses off like they did, it could potentially pay off one day.”
Miss Conduct:
“We remember them playing small pubs in our area , performing to like 10 people . So to play with Ian and the boy’s at the fullponty this year and them having the headline slot in their hometown of 10, 000 odd must have been amazing for him and the rest of the guys!!! it was also nice for us to be on the same label and we hope to do more in the future with the boyo’s!!!!!”
New 1920:
“ever since we were in prison with the guys they’ve always looked out for us. shower and recreational times were awesome and we’d always spot each other in the gym!!
seriously…..a lot of bands have the lostprophets to thank for allowing them to jump on shows and play to their extensive and adoring audience!! they have always used their own success to support smaller welsh bands and given them an opportunity to play in venues they may never play again or just to a large crowd of people who will perhaps become fans of theirs in the future aswell. no matter where they’ve moved to they never have and never will forget their roots (hair include). thats something to admire!
i once actually got to touch ian watkins. well actually we were passing each other backstage and he must’ve thought i was some meet and greet floozy because he just signed my face and spat on my chest. it was a very cool moment.”
col francies (the new 1920)
Full Ponty Team:
“The Welsh are a truly patriotic people and The Full Ponty is a truly Welsh event. It sits proudly in the heartland of the South Wales Valleys, extending a welcoming hand to those from afar. 2007 saw us welcome home a band who truly represents what Welsh Patriotism should embody.
Apart from being an amazing band, the help and dedication they provided in the run up to the event was invaluable. The fact that they turned up to play with other bands and watch the other shows that were part of The Full Ponty Fringe Festival in the week proceeding the big day in the park shows how much they embraced the event. On Saturday the 26th of May 2007, Pontypridd embraced them back.
To bring Lostprophets home to their roots and watch them capture the imagination of 10,000 screaming fans was the pinnacle of The Full Ponty Festival’s brief but proud history.
Keep doing us all proud boys.”
Julie Weir:
“As the person who has worked with the band the longest out of all of the people in their team, I just want to say it has been a great experience to be a part of it all to date. I have seen the band go from playing in front of 10 people in the old Barfly at the Falcon in Camden to selling out Wembley Arena and having a No1 Album and top 10 singles. And they still have time for EVERYONE on top of this. An all round hardworking, intelligent and lovely bunch of lads.”
And last but by no means least, Bori Mischief of Modern Mischief Clothing. We actually sent him some questions and here are his responses
* How do you know the guys?
I met Ian in California through my friend Steven back in 2000 and then randomly re-met him a couple years later. I forget the details, but I’m sure it was amazing love.
* How have they helped you?
They gave me extreme exposure. I owe em fooorrreeeevveerrrrr and a little more after that
* Whats your best memory of the guys?
Eating Chicken Tikka Masala that tasted like pumpkins in San Francisco and some sentimental things that I can’t say without shedding massive amounts of tears.
* Tell us a secret that you think the world needs to know about Ian and the guys?
I don’t think there are any secretes thanks to the tabloids.
* Would you ever get up on stage and sing with the guys?
Only if my falsettos were in tune.
* What inspired you to start your business?
Kids who wore awful clothing and me mum
* Whats the deal behind the name?
Its all about fun kind trouble
* Tell us a bit about what you do?
I design clothes, I take photos, I am a Z list actor.
* If you were organising a fashion show to show off your latest designs, what music would you chose?
Gallows and Mellowdrone
* If you could pick anyone to model on the catwalk who would you ask?
My Dad Misha, Ryan Gosling, Natalie Portman, Shannon Sossamon, Whoopie Goldberg, Shaq, Gogol Bordello and some others. Oh and of course the guy that played Pee Wee Herman. I wonder what his name was…
*Ian Watkins did graphic design..would you ever ask him to be a guest designer, would you ever design a Lostprophets t-shirt?
Yeah that would be rad, but hes to busy being extravagantly handsome.
* What should the people of the world know about you?
My mom Olga is way better at breaking locks with crowbars then I am.
* Is there anything else you would like to add?
Green Tea makes me go crazy and Modern Mischief Season 2 coming SUMMER 2008!!! YOW!!!
* Do you have any message for the guys on International Lostprophets Day?
Is there really an International Lostprophets day? I want an International Bori Mischief day… Hmmm. My message is: Ian next time I’m in LA stop flaking on me for Matt Damon. I know he’s charismatic and charming, but I miss you.
