Damage- Interview

Hello Lovelies,

I have something very special and exciting for you today. You all know Damage, right? That awesome band that sang  "Love II Love"  that reached number 12 and "Forever" the number 6 hit? WELL, I happen to have an exclusive interview with them, because they're back baby;) 

And for those of you who haven't heard them before this could be an exhilarating new revelation for you into the world of Damage.

Here's the interview! 

When did you guys meet and decide to former band?

Noel - Most of us met in school and always had a talent and passion for performing and being on stage

Jade - myself, Rahsaan and Noel went to the same school and Andrez and I met as kids performing in a theatre show called

'Carmen Jones'

We all loved to sing and were inspired by groups like Boys II Men, Shai, Hi Five and Lo Key.

Rahsaan Decided to start a group and told me I was in it and we just started rehearsing every day and got better and

Better. That was in 1991 so we're amazing now!

Were you all interested in the same genre of music, or was there some compromising?

Ras - Thankfully we are all from the same West Indian British background all grow up together and really have the same thoughts and feelings about what good music was. We raved and partied to the same tunes so choosing the genre and a direction of music was pretty easy.

Jade - we've had our points later in our careers where you want to do something different and we've gone and done it but when you’re in a group it’s important to all be working of the same Hymn sheet.

In your opinion what was your first big success?

Andrez - There has been so many different milestones throughout our Damage career, I don't think we can pinpoint one big success fully. I guess making it into the national charts in many people's eyes would represent being successful.

Jade - Our first Hit was Love II Love. I remember being at our manager’s house with our parents all listening to the Radio 1 Chart show and going crazy when we got our chart position of 12 which was a massive achievement for us. We were so happy and I remember thinking to myself right we've made it boys. Then the next single was higher. Then the one after that was even higher.

As a band what is your biggest dream?

Noel - I guess one of the biggest dreams would be to succeed in the states and have worldwide recognition which I guess any artist will always be striving for.

Who are your inspirations/ idols?

Noel - I myself look up to quite a few artists not just for their musical ability but for the drive and motivation because it’s very easy these days to take knock backs as a sign it was not meant to be, but for few people who have that special focus on something that helps them and motivates them to make more of an effort.

Jade - My music Inspiration Prince. He is the ultimate artist. He writes amazing songs, produces incredible tracks, plays

Every instrument Sings like an angel and is the epitome of cool.

 Ras – As for me, I draw from my kids just from seeing how fearless they have to be when starting a new chapter in their lives. We should try to keep that level of fearlessness as we grow older!

Jade- does it help having a partner who is in the music industry?

Jade -I suppose it does help because you both understand what you are going through but it can be tough too if you are both on the road and away from each other for long periods at a time. History shows that it doesn't work but I think our relationship speaks for its self.

Do you think you will still be popular with the ladies?

Ras - I think in the early stages that would have been one of our main focus but as we are older and wiser now I don't think it really matters as long as you can get down with our music we are happy, of course it is nice to be wanted but as seasoned performers we want our music to speak volumes and not the size of our pecs.

Jade - I Hope so. Damage is all about the ladies….

What is the best gig you've ever played and why?

Andrez - There have been so many it’s hard to pinpoint one as being the best. I guess, for different reasons one of them would have to be one of our most recent gigs at the Jazz Café, just because we had been away for so long and the feedback from our fans and the audience was phenomenal it is nice to know we are still loved and appreciated.

All - Agreed

Who is your music aimed at?

Noel - Everyone who is into good music, be young or old, black or white everyone!

Ras - We've been very blessed because our music seems to appeal to all ages and genders. Ultimately we make love songs but, it’s not just women who are into Damage. We are all nice guys but we also have a hard but cool edge which I think men appreciate.

Why call yourselves "Damage"? 

Ras - When we were younger we had attitude and the name was a perfect fit but we could also be very sweet so were turning a negative into a positive.

What's next for you guys?

All - We are in the studio getting ready to drop something really heavy on the UK and the world. Get ready to catch it…

Fab,right? Well I can't wait to hear some new stuff from Damage, how about you guys?

Just another thank you to the guys for the great interview, and here's a little something that will leave you totally soothed.