P U S H

Shaken, Not Stirred

Push is a band that is sure to leave their mark on the music industry with "Shaken, Not Stirred," their explosive, twelve song release. I could write a long, in depth article on why this band is so great. But, I won't because the music speaks for itself. It's classic rock and roll, plain and simple. Every song on the album sticks with you once you hear it, what more do you need to know? The music scene has changed so much over these last few years. For the better, for the worse...it's just a matter of opinion. But, it's been way too long since I've heard an album that just rocks. Ya know, good, well written songs. Something that I can listen to from start to finish and, when it's all said and done, a simple "YEAH" sums up how I feel about what I just heard. Well, not anymore. Push is the kind of band that I appreciate because they're not out to be the biggest, baddest, most popular band in the world. They just wanna play music and have fun with it...and maybe, a few million people will come join their party! With that said, here's your introduction to Push.

By: Paul Autry

Paul Autry: Let's start by giving our readers an introduction to Push.

Martie Peters: Oh, that's a long story. But, I'll try. We started back in 1994 when me and the old guitarist sort of formed the band cause we wanted to play the good time rock & roll again. We did some demos and got a contract with a Danish licensing company.We wrote 10 songs and we started looking for a bass player and a drummer. Kasper Sogreen (bass) came in and he actually played on the first album. We got a drummer, which we sent him on shortly after we finished recording the first album. Then Morten Plenge (drums) joined the band, three or four months after the first album came out. hat was basically the completion of the line up. When we decided to start recording for the new album, the old guitar player decided to leave because he didn't like the direction we were heading in. So, Martin Slott came in and he just started playing guitar, no problem. We didn't try any other guitarists, that was it.

Paul Autry: What can you tell us about your debut album, "Maximum Entertainment?," is it still available?

Martie Peters: Yeah, it's still available. I don't know how available it is in America. It should be available through Perris Records and through certain mail order companies. I think it was available through Deliquent Records as well.

Paul Autry: How well did that one do in terms of sales, radio airplay, stuff like that?

Martie Peters: Not so well. We got a lot of good reviews all over the world. We had a few reviews in America as well. But, for some reason, in the end it all came down to money. The record company didn't have any money to promote the album. So, in the end, it came out like, nothing. I don't think we sold that much in America.

Paul Autry: How would you compare that album to your new one?

Martie Peters: The first one was more metal in the guitar area. The new one has more of a rock feel to it, that's the main reason that we've got a new guitar player now. Also, I think that the melodies are better. I worked a lot on the harmonies. That's a lot better than on the first one.

Paul Autry: I'm into the James Bond movies, so, I thought the name of your album was kinda cool. So, I take it you're a fan as well?

Martie Peters: Yeah. Well, I thought it would be cool, that line "Shaken, Not Stirred," it says so much. I thought it sounded cool with just the way we put it into the music and the thing about having your women shaken, not stirred. I thought that was funny. My favorite James Bond is Sean Connery.

Paul Autry: Well, we disagree there. I'm rather fond of Roger Moore. Now, "Shaken, Not Stirred" is a really great album. I mean, this is the kind of music that I personally live for. But, for the most part, good rock & roll is still being ignored in favor of gothic, alternative, whatever. So, do you think America is ready for what you have to offer?

Martie Peters: I hope so. I think it's coming back, but, it's gonna take awhile. If you go out and ask people if they like this style of music, I think you'd be amazed at how many of them would say yes to that question. Everybody still wants to go out and have a good time. It's been too long without good times.

Paul Autry: Will you stay with this style of music or will you progress with each album?

Martie Peters: Yeah, we'll definitely progress. We're gonna keep on playing this kind of music because that's what this band is all about. Having a good time. I mean, some bands are trying to save the world through their lyrics and that's just not our scene. We just wanna have a good time.

Paul Autry: What made you decide to cover Rod Stewart's "Guess I'll Always Love You?"

Martie Peters: It's not a really well known song. But, I've been a fan of his for like 15 years, I played it for the guys in the band and they all thought it was a cool song. So, we gave it a try and it came out really well. So, there was no doubt in the end. We all thought it was a good time rock & roll song. I love the lyrics. I'd love to have Rod Stewart hear it!

Paul Autry: When Push gets up on that stage, what kind of show can people expect to see?

Martie Peters: Well, I think the title of our first album says it all. When we go out, it's like one big party. We wanna have a good time and that's what we do when we go on stage. We smile, we give people a good night out. Paul Autry: Are there any other albums that you or the other band members appear on?

Martie Peters: No, not yet. I will be appearing on Mike Tramps new album, which is on Cleopatra Records in America. He's re-recorded some old White Lion tracks. I've been doing some backround vocals on that.

Paul Autry: When you're not making music, what do you and the other members of the band like to do?

Martie Peters: Just chill out. I don't know, I mean, we do the music all the time. We hang out. Two of the guys have jobs, but, that's not the main things in their lives. It's the music that's the main priority because, basically, that all we do.

Paul Autry: What inspires you to write what you write about?

Martie Peters: Just everyday life, I guess...and a good imagination. I think it's a bit of both, really. There's always something, a guy in the band has an experience, goes out with a girl or whatever and we take it from there.

Paul Autry: Any parting words?

Martie Peters: Just tell people that's we're trying to put a smile on their faces. I mean, the depression is over now!

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