Hollow Intent

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Hollow Intent is a rock band with truly no defining singular genre based out of Wilmington, North Carolina. Riff heavy, high energy, and super dynamic, the band is making its presence very well known. Hollow Intent began when guitarist, Will Baker, and drummer, Mark Davis, started jamming together and the chemistry was undeniable. Shortly after, they brought on bassist, Shane Noren and guitarist, Wesley Seven and began developing an intense sound to holster relentless and seemingly endless supply of hook and groove driven riffs they had at their disposal. The group hit the ground running with fresh ideas, writing and sometimes finishing songs in a single session. They've created their own breed of infectious, hard rock and metal and they are releasing their EP "Monster" that showcases their current single, "Burn." More recently in May 2019, the group was nominated for 2019 Carolina Music Award's Best Rock Group and Best Rock Male for Will Baker.

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What is music to you? What does it give you?

Music is the undeniable truth of one's self. It is positive and beautifully destructive. Even one line in a song can have a lasting, positive impact one someone's life.

What is your music dream?

Our music dream is to be able to travel the country and the rest of the world and meet the incredible people that give us the fuel and the match to create this fire!

If you could change the world - what would you start with?

We would start with communication. There seems to be a barrier between all of us and if we were to just let that come down and talk to each other, let alone talk to each other with care, honestly, and sincerity, things would change.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

There are so many songs, it is hard to choose from!

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

Breaking Benjamin, Kiss, Helmet, Chevelle, The Used, Korn, Deftones, Glassjaw

What inspires you to make music?

Music has connected the 4 of us in this crazy world somehow and we are all thankful for it. We are inspired by anything: a sound, story, or idea.

What is the message you want to send with your music?

We want everyone to know that there is NO SUCH thing as normal. That spectrum is so vast that it practically doesn't exist. Just be you. Overcome the bad, soak in the good, and again: JUST BE YOU.

How do you feel when you perform in front of an audience?

We feel alive, like the world is right in front of us in the form of multiple, beautiful faces.

How do you see the musicians’ reality nowadays? What could be improved?

The ability to be discovered is right at your fingertips. Even though the music industry seems very large, it's actually a lot smaller than you think. We believe that knowledge can be improved. With information on the internet, virtually all questions can be answered, how-to videos, and so on. 80% of success is starting in the first place.

What do you think of Drooble?

So far, this is so easy to use, it's unreal. Very smooth but professional at the same time. Killer job on this wonderful set up.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Waiting, haha. Goodness. When you have an amazing track or opportunity you want to share to the world and you have to wait. That is the hardest part.

Do you support your local scene as a fan? How?

Absolutely. We may not be able to go to all of the local shows but we promote everyone as much as we can!!

What qualities should a musician nowadays have in order to get their music heard by a larger audience?

Patience, goals, and NETWORK. Make smart decisions. Learn from your failures and enhance your successes.

Share some awesome artists that we’ve never heard of.

Death of Uriah, Stairwell, Proxima, Nova Mortis, Shun the Raven