Bush chat transcript: Gavin
01/26/98 2:30 PM EST


Gavin is at his house in Ireland putting down vocals and recording for a new album.

< Gavsgrl2@aol.com > How do you feel about being nominated for a Grammy?

< Gavin > really good. i don't know what catagory we're in, but I think its funny. it makes me happy. i have no intention we could ever win it.

< marshall@vol.com > Gavin, Is it true that you recently got a 1959 Gibson Les Paul Gold Top?

< Gavin > no I didn't, it was 57. and i've already written a song on it.

< karla@nmhu.campus.mci.net > What question would you dred to answer?

< Gavin > what are you going to do now that you've only got 10 minutes to live?

< Italeti@aol.com > Who is your favorite literary character?

< Gavin > probably a tie between Holden Crawfield (sp?) and Metias Fog (sp?) - a character in moon palace, i think.

< splinter_left@hotmail.com > does the red neon cross that seems to show up everywhere (deconstructed, swallowed video, photos from a guitar world interview) have any signifigance other than a christianic one?

< Gavin > we like the colors on it, but it can kill you. its very danerous, that one can acutally electrocute you.

< splinter_left@hotmail.com > do you like Monty Python? (Ni!!) Mr. Bean? Any of that good British comedy?? :D

< Gavin > i like monty python alot, and i don't like mr. bean.

< rzrbladesc@aol.com > gavin, can you give me some clues as to what the next cd will sound like?

< Gavin > no, but have a nice dinner.

< phreakworld@hotmail.com > What inspires you to write all of your soulful lyrics and awesome songs?

< Gavin > good question. bad answer. whatever i want, which is why I'm lucky.

< clightfield@velaw.com > I will be in London the latter part of May and would love some suggestions on Pubs with good live bands.

< Gavin > demonic in camden town & check any listings - there are lots of venues. get a music paper.

< Question > And are you actively seeking bands for the MadDogWinston label?

< Gavin > no, passively.

< bushfan@migzi.globalnet.co.uk > Who created the Bush logo, do you like it, and if there are any changes you'd like to make to it, what would they be?

< Gavin > Vaughn oliver. i really love his artwork. he was my first choice and i love what he does. i worked really close with him, and he let me get in the way alot.

< BushGod16@aol.com > What bands would you guys like to take out with you on the next tour? Or who would you like working with...like collaborating with?

< Gavin > i'd love to go out with trick or the jesus lizard or pavement.

< darqnite@netmcr.com > Hey, what are your feelings about Marilyn Manson? I noticed you all were with him in Alleys and Motorways.

he's my friend from - he's just the sort of a new friend - we did shows together, hang out & laugh. you have lots of transient times when you're on the road.

< sprinkle@pepperlink.net > While making the first recording of "MOUTH," did you guys ever plan to do a remix of it for "American Werewolf in Paris?" and also by participating in the soundtrack, will we see more of BUSH in the movie business now?

< Gavin > we try not to play anything & see how things turn out. movies - we are constantly getting asked to do stuff. we get opportunities

< kfitz@home.com > What have you guys done on your time off?

< Gavin > I'm just trying to write songs, getting into that really, taking my time. but I miss everyone, I like being out playing.

< i3omi3last@aol.com > have you ever considered releasing a cd with unrealeased songs (bubbles, bud, broken tv) or cover songs? i think it would be awesome.

< Gavin > possibly, but no plans just yet.

< ISIS > what's the most challenging song you've ever worked on?

< Gavin > Every single one I'm trying to write.

< aliciac83@hotmail.com > What is the Greedy Fly video suppose to symbolize?

< Gavin > the fight of good and evil. one of the oldest themes ever.

< gishgirl@rocketmail.com ME!> What made you choose Ireland as your new home?

< Gavin > i just wanted to live in the country side with my dog, and i've never been here. I found a great place.

< Bubble6146@aol.com > Now that Souls have broken up, do you have any other bands in mind that you're gonna sign to your record label?

< Gavin > answer: no, but the company is still active.

Gavin's sorry, but he needs to go write songs, and he'll see you all soon - you are what he's thinking about.

< Gavin > cya mate.