That led to The Mothership getting an opening spot for the first version Walking Papers lineup with Duff and Barrett, and Ten Miles Wide opening for Staticland. WA) It started back in the days of their previous band The Missionary Position, where The Mothership was lucky enough to open for them on a few occasions. Also, please tell us about when you heard you would be the permanent drummer for Walking Papers? NS) How did you even get the chance to play for them (something I don’t know)? I’ve been wanting to ask you this for some time. They’re total pros, and aside from just enjoying the music, I’ve learned a ton from them. I’ve looked up to and respected both Jeff and Ben for many years, and it’s nice to be in their good graces. WA) Considering that I’ve been a fan of the band since it’s inception, it feels great! It’s a big honor, actually. NS) You’re the drummer for Walking Papers now, how does that make you feel? Probably a corny question, but seriously, it’s a huge deal! I’m very proud of your accomplishments. The best-case scenario for release would be the end of 2019, but it might take until 2020. We’re not exactly sure how many songs will be included, but the goal is to fully record at least 15 tracks, pick the ones that fit together the best and save the rest. WA) The good news is that I’ve already recorded eleven drum tracks for the new record. NS) What’s next for Ten Miles Wide any chance a new record is coming? If so, when? The current direction is one of excitement and creativity. It’s nice to have a fan base to release albums too. We’ve had years to solidify ourselves in Seattle and build up a steady following, which means we didn’t really have to climb up the ranks like we did in The Mothership. We know better than ever who we need to be playing music with, and how to run our band. Our current lineup with Jake Carden on guitar and Shane Smith on bass is a fresh start for us, and something we’ve been needing for a long time. My creative voice is both respected and appreciated, which keeps my engagement and passion alive. My brain seems to automatically connect with his writing, and he’s very willing to let me have my way with some of his songs. It’s now the 9th year I’ve been making music with John Beckman and for good reason. Despite going through both a re-brand and band member changes over the last few years, we’ve proven to ourselves that our musical chemistry is still very capable and worth exploring. Both bands are similar in musical direction, but it’s amazing how much a difference a few extra years of perspective can make. WA) Both The Mothership and Ten Miles Wide are satisfying for me creatively. With that, are you happy with the direction Ten Miles Wide is going? Since then, the music has evolved, making the band a Seattle fan favorite. I think the first time I heard you play was at the 2014 Layne Staley tribute (El Corazon) when you were called “The Mothership”. NS) I’ve been a fan of Ten Miles Wide for a long time. This interview will answer some of the questions you have, and some you didn’t know you’d actually want to know. I figured that there are a lot of Walking Paper fans (plus Ten Miles Wide fans) out there (and around the world) and if I had questions, I knew they would too. Therefore, over a 9 month period, I started interviewing Will. A well-recognized band fronted by Jefferson Angell (Missionary Position). In early 2018, Ten Miles Wide drummer Will Andrews got the offer of a lifetime to be the new drummer of Seattle based band Walking Papers. Photo by Kurt Clark of NeHi Stripes Seattle Will Andrews – Clockout Lounge – April 2019. Without further delay here’s my interview with Will Andrews. This is an interview that has been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. In July 2016, Ten Miles Wide released a new CD called “The Gross” – now 3.5 years later, it’s still one of the best albums I own and still heavily played. Over the next few years, I found myself loving everything about this band. Classic, yet edgy….leaving you desperate for more. As many others have said hearing them play music off of “Bright Side of Dim” was like hearing a masterpiece that had been newly discovered. Xana had sold me on this band before I ever heard them play. Will Andrews and Johndus Beckman (lead singer/guitar of The Mothership) were first introduced to me by Xana La Fuente of Xanaland. Intro my first experience with the band “The Mothership” (later called Ten Miles Wide) was during the Layne Staley tribute, August 2014.
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