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Xfm Meets Hadouken!
Ahead of the release of the new single, 'Declaration Of War', Hadouken! popped in to launch a few pre-emptive strikes of their own. Find yourself a shelter as singer James Smith lobs verbal hand grenades with casual ease.
How are things going with the new album?
"Pretty well, we've managed to finish it finally..." [Listen To Full Answer]
Why do you think it took you eighteen months to complete the album?
"It's just about getting it right really..." [Listen To Full Answer]
Dan, do you have much input as a guitarist as so much of the sound is electronic?
"Yeah I did have quite a lot time on my hands..." [Listen To Full Answer]
Do you find it easy to transfer the energy you have on stage to the studio?
"I'd probably say no..." [Listen To Full Answer]
You released some songs previously in USB format only. Will this be the same for the album or will it be on a more traditional format?
"Yeah definitely the album will be traditional CD..." [Listen To Full Answer]
What should we expect from the new album?
"There's a lot of energy to it..." [Listen To Full Answer]
Can you tell us about your new single, 'Declaration Of War"?
"I don't know, as soon as it happened..." [Listen To Full Answer]
What's next for you guys?
"Big tour that starts 5th of May..." [Listen To Full Answer]
Are you playing any festivals this summer?
"Hopefully yeah, I think we can confirm..." [Listen To Full Answer]
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