Q&A

Who is filling out this survey?

John Manson

Please name your band, its members' names and what they play.

Billy Joe Winghead. Steve Jones on bass, Michael “Sparky” Burger on drums, Jeff Vegas on guitar, Dan Grilley on other guitar, John Manson on other other guitar, theremin, and vocal stylings.

How would you describe your band's music?

Pleasant. Pleasant as hell.

How did you learn about Dfest?

We were in Tulsa. Dfest was in Tulsa. We just sort of bumped into each other.

Why did you apply for Dfest?

Because we had a really good time when we played it year before last.

What is the most fun thing about performing live?

Causing people pain and hearing loss.

Have you performed at Dfest before? If so, what was your favorite part about it? If not, what are you most looking forward to?

Yes, we have. My favorite thing about it was that it was a (big) party.

Will you be going to the music conference? If so, what are you most looking forward to?

I will be sending our bass player to the conference. I will tell him that he will either get us signed to a lucrative record deal or I will emasculate him with a grapefruit spoon.

What projects is your band currently working on?

We are currently working on new songs, promoting our new album on Zodiac Killer Records, and preparing for our favorite annual events: Dfest, The Okie Twist-Off kustom car show and music fest in OKC, and the Ghouls Gone Wild Halloween parade.

How has the economy changed your band, touring, making music, etc.?

Four dollar gas made touring more of a drain, but we survived. We like Oklahoma. Not much of a recession here; our local gigs are stronger than ever.

As a musician, which three bands are you most looking forward to seeing at Dfest?

I like to go to festivals and see bands I know nothing about.

Will you offer meet-and-greets after/before your shows? If so, when/where?

We will wander aimlessly about the grounds after our show. If you meet us, we will greet you. If you buy us beer, we shall amaze you with our skill as raconteurs.

What's the funniest/weirdest story you have about any song you've written?

Whilst touring one August, we saw a fat Elvis vampire in Ozark, Arkansas wearing a polyester suit and a giant toupee. He sweltered, then disappeared. We were bumfuzzled. A song happened.

What can fans expect during your Dfest performance?

Rock and roll, baby.

How is Dfest different from any other show you do?

People show up.

Where would you like your band to be two years from today?

I have a bet with our drummer that the world is going to end in 2010. So, I’d like for us all to be dead because then I’d win the bet.

What's the coolest fact about your fans?

One of our favorite fans made his own BJW shirt with a sharpie and wore it to one of our shows. That’s how our fans are. Devoted and a little screwed in the head.

What tips do you offer to "beat the heat" at this July festival?

A combination of nudity and sunscreen.

What's the weirdest/quirkiest fact about any member of your band?

Our bass player, Tulsan “Screamin’” Steven Jones, is not in prison. If you knew him, you’d think that was weird…..

It's your turn! Ask a question … and answer it!

Q: Why do you do it? A: We have no choice.