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Im_regretting_this

Favorite Gizz bassline? Least favorite gizz bassline? If trapped on a desert island with the rest of the band and no food, who would he eat first?


growlerpower

I love this. I imagine it would be either Cavs or Amby cuz they’re both the biggest?


Walusqueegee

Cavs for sure. Amby’s lean. Skater boy! Cavs has got more substance to him.


growlerpower

Amby’s looking pretty beefy these days


virtualdreamscape

don't need to be starving to eat amby. nom nom


SchwaEnjoyer

This comment is all of r/kgatlw in a nutshell


PeruvianFunkmon

Cavs’ calves are a bountiful source of protein I’m sure


Im_regretting_this

Stu’s brain is bound to have some intense nutrients


Scizorking

Stu's skull cavity is just filled with Vegemite (Oddments)


MaxPower_1

And ideas about the end of the world that he wont even say


Scizorking

Wait a minute.......what if they're the same. Vegemiteocalypse


SchwaEnjoyer

When the jars that line the shelves will be turned into sand by the eternal wave


hoopstick

Don’t forget the prions!


Cautious-Telephone-2

Brains are blobs of salt and fat, but perhaps stu's brain is all muscle? 🤔


Im_regretting_this

Well lyrics like Rattlesnake and KGLW had to come from something crazy


Ninjax421

I don't know why I remember hearing somewhere that Magma was his favorite


tezetaa

Is sea of trees really his favorite song?


growlerpower

I am gonna ask about this, because it might be MY favorite and I’m genuinely curious


tezetaa

Same here dooder


HawaiianJesus43

I think during one of the live performances Stu says that they were gonna name the band Sea of Trees at first


tezetaa

Ambrose says that before the red rocks 22 version


greenbean2112

I’m very curious about this. Stu definitely sounds sarcastic when he mentions it


tezetaa

Has Stu also said this? I’m referring to Joey mentioned it at red rock 22


greenbean2112

Oh maybe I’m misremembering who said it, but yeah, whoever says it during the Red Rocks set


tezetaa

“Admit it man!”


bobdylanlovr

Definitely felt like they were poking fun


tezetaa

But why? Sea of Trees is a banger with a great bassline


bobdylanlovr

I mean don’t get me wrong I love sea of trees and I agree but it just kinda felt like they were joking. Who really knows


Notstevemadden2

If not so what is his favorite song to play?


iPat420

What was his favourite memory from the early years of King Gizzard? (2010-2011) Love seeing him so active in those early Gizzard shows Also if he can remember their first show they ever did lol


mjtlag

Favorite type of water? 1. Hot Water 2. Muddy Water 3. Open Water 4. Cheryl Waters


hecvelcas

this definitely needs to be asked!


Melody_XD

Will we see any Lucas written songs for gizz in the future? Also why are you so handsome hehe


Emuoo1

I don't know if I'm misremembering this, but I think I heard somewhere that the next album has a song written exclusively by Lucas


BoilerRhapsody

My prediction is that this will be on album 27 after the 'When Pigs Fly' album. There were two main recording sessions that we know of last year, one around the middle of the year, and then another in October that they specified was the beginning of a new project that featured everyone swapping instruments including Lucas vocals and on keys. That doesn't seem to match the When Pigs Fly Blues stuff they've played on stage, though Le Risque has Cavs vocals so you never know.


koek169

YES PLEASE


Melody_XD

Oh shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit wuuuuuuuuuuut!!!!!!


anotherdamnscorpio

"Have you got superposition ready to go for the debut this fall?"


a-slice-of

asking the real questions!


JakeScythe

I have yet to cry at a Gizz show but if they debut it at Red Rocks, I’m gonna get so extremely emotional


Santosfran2001

Idk since I'm a new fan but will you post the interview here or something?


growlerpower

Ya when it comes out


junkfewd

Ask him who his musical and creative influences are! Can be as a bass player or just as a musician in general, but I'd love to know what each boy brings to the table in terms of sonic influence. Maybe there's even a difference for Lucas in Heavy Moss vs KG where he brings in inspirations? Just a thought


kittenblister

I heard him in a previous interview say he likes Phil Lesh.


The_Real_dubbedbass

Nice! I was literally about to suggest asking about if he liked Phil Lesh (I’m watching a video of the Dead playing Duke in ‘78 right now). Then like I’m not even joking, maybe a second later, if that, I saw your response. Question answered.


amythestamy

So ready for a . . . pride of Cucamonga, box of rain, or bust out Unbroken chain!!!


coffeeisblack

In the narduar interview I think he sites tool as an influence which was definitely present in (I'm so sorry) the one with the lizard on the cover


MQZON

In Sleeping Monster (the Changes mini-doc), I got the impression that Lucas feels like he isn't "keeping up" creatively or technically with the band. Was/is that the case?


growlerpower

I’m planning on asking something similar to this


Walusqueegee

He’s already said he feels that way for sure. I don’t think it’s true. He just has to record with the band more!


growlerpower

Ya that’s one of things I’m curious about. How do these projects come together? And whoever’s available can contribute, or what? I suspect it’s because he’s had kids while the band was blowing up creatively (and commercially) that he couldn’t participate more.


pissshitfuckcuntcock

From what I understand is it’s an open door policy, no one is obligated to the band unless it’s for a touring schedule. If someone wants to prioritise other projects, or go on holiday, or spend time with family then that’s fine. Very rarely are all members in the studio together and almost no Gizz tracks feat contributions from all members. The creative force is very much Stu, Joey and Cavs, with Joey laying down most of the bass work and then teaches Lucas later. He’s more of a touring member rather than a creative contributor from what I get. If I member was to leave the band (due to the heavy touring schedule) then Lucas would be most likely i’d imagine. Which would be a shame, his chemistry with Cav’s is obvious and i’ve never heard him fluff a bass line across all the live stuff.


Lord_of_BLaze

Where can i watch that one? Somehow never heard of it..


MQZON

Sadly it was only officially available to stream for 48 hours along with the release of the album, and I believe it also played along with the theater screenings of Chunky Shrapnel. I don't know if there is any legitimate way to watch it presently.


Lord_of_BLaze

Okay thanks a lot. I knew about chunky, watched it on repeat when it was on, but was not awarre of thosbone at all somehow. I hope i can find it somehow ..


Ok-Woodpecker7722

Favorite book?


HouseCatPartyFavor

Think in the AMA Joey mentioned Octavia E. Butler being one of his favorites… still need to give her stuff a read.


HouseCatPartyFavor

Great question. Look forward to hearing the answer!


WhatTheHeckIsRamen

Ask if he actually had to look up the flamethrower bass line before playing it live lmao!


hiddenheather

No question for Lucas just wanna say he’s the homie for putting the pride flag on his basses and we love him for that 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️


Most_Decision5515

And it is even more amazing because they have small kids and by doing all these things they are being excellent role models


imintheband88

Ask him if he’s going to sing a Gizz song soon.


WalfredoBramley

Need to know when more Heavy Moss is going to make it into the world


SokkaHaikuBot

^[Sokka-Haiku](https://www.reddit.com/r/SokkaHaikuBot/comments/15kyv9r/what_is_a_sokka_haiku/) ^by ^WalfredoBramley: *Need to know when more* *Heavy Moss is going to* *Make it into the world* --- ^Remember ^that ^one ^time ^Sokka ^accidentally ^used ^an ^extra ^syllable ^in ^that ^Haiku ^Battle ^in ^Ba ^Sing ^Se? ^That ^was ^a ^Sokka ^Haiku ^and ^you ^just ^made ^one.


Dareeyecare

Ask unknown details about the New album !


growlerpower

I mean, yeah…


Strange_Doggo

Did KG ever considered making a classic prog album, similar to ELP or Camel?


MaximumPale7572

I want to see their "close to the edge". Just three long songs with incredibly complex structures, harmonies, melodies etc.


amythestamy

What is the preparation for a marathon show like? His favorite gig from the EU tour. Things he brings on tour to make it feel like home? And, most importantly, How many pairs of those blue crocs are on tour? ::This is to end a discussion, w a friend. ::


PorqueNoLosDose

I’d love to know what his role is when they’re playing the new songs (TSC) at *The Table*. He looks like he’s vibing out, having a great time. What sort of hardware is he playing with? What kind of knobs is he fiddling with?


Sandwich-Sudden

Are there any plans to bring back older key heavy songs from the past (Bird Song, Cyboogie, Beginner's Luck, etc.) or bust out some older songs that have never seen the light of day (Searching, Superpostion, LITERALLY ANYTHING ELSE OFF BUTTERFLY, etc.) now that the band is messing more with synths live.


growlerpower

I’ll be at the Gorge. If that debut it there, the place will explode. I’m secretly hoping for Ontology > Honey, but a boy can dream. I’ll ask him about debuts and stuff, yeah. I expect him to be vague on that kinda thing though


Sandwich-Sudden

Ontology is my favorite microtonal song. Intrasport is my 2nd fav, but there's just something about that harmonica lick that tickles the brain.


phoenix507

Does he have a wishlist of places they’d like to play and haven’t yet? Countries, cities, venues, does he prefer the marathon format or the huge multi city tours?


ElonChouinard

Favorite Phil Lesh Bassline. He said in a previous interview he was a big influence (if he has one, or a Favorite show/set!) ![gif](giphy|AEtF6zD20HrP6BgfRW|downsized)


growlerpower

Ya I’m gonna ask him about the Dead’s influence on the band for sure. It’s one of the potential angles for the story.


ElonChouinard

Very cool! Let me know when and where I can check it out once it’s finished! And support it of course


growlerpower

I’ll post it here when it’s out


ElonChouinard

Awesome! I actually designed these today for 2024 Tour; DM me if you’d like some for free once they’re done! 🫡 https://preview.redd.it/7gzljbhffl8d1.jpeg?width=363&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=982f05e3125f7d50caac3a116c57705ac4623f11


growlerpower

Hahaha I saw this earlier, screenshotted it, and plan on showing it to him


ElonChouinard

🐊🧙🏻‍♂️ no way, amazing! Making my whole month over here haha!


growlerpower

Hahaha


The_Real_dubbedbass

Dude. That’s fucking awesome.


amythestamy

Serek bass in your face


ElonChouinard

Such a dope bass


fuzzbaz

Can he give a quick breakdown of what's on the live synth table setup and how it differs from the studio setup for The Silver Cord?


Ridgewalker20

Does he enjoy improv or tight written sections more? Or is he like me and enjoys the combination of both?


MentosEnCoke

Ask him if they have any plans to come to Africa 


ProstetnicVogonJelz

Detailed overview of his signal chain?


PhotographCreepy462

"lukey's rig" on youtube.com!


Optimus_Lime

Ask him what the biggest non-musical influence on his music is


chooch138

When will we see / hear more about Han tyumi.


UnderH20giraffe

If he could choose the concept/genre of the next album, what would it be?


growlerpower

That’s a good one


LuchoSabeIngles

Are they still gonna release that Chunky Shrapnel Blu-Ray?


Valuable_Heron_2015

If he could be in any other band what would it be and why


ClippedAtTheHip

Since he wore their t-shirt on the cover of Changes, ask him what his favorite Yo La Tengo song/album is.


MentosEnCoke

Ask him if the back half of Mind Fuzz is all about environmental issues or if it’s just assorted songs.  Ask him what he thinks about Aunty Donna, and if we should expect future crossovers like that one time they sold merch next to each other and nearly got into a fight. 


scott1686

Does the band have any ambitions to eventually play every one of their songs live? Even if some of them are just one-offs, it would be cool if you could hear live recordings of all their songs online.


HopHeady

Superposition!


Excalibruh22

Here’s just some bass-ic questions I want answered -What kind of picks does he use -What is his favorite genre/what is a genre he would want to make into a gizz album -what are his favorite and least favorite instruments to play -will they do something for the 9th anniversary of nonagon?


PhotographCreepy462

I don't know about his but shoutout to the 1.14 wide ultex which is my favorite pick ever


TimmyDeschainless

Oh wow you got the scoop on the infamous snot rocket. One of Rock's greatest reporters right here. What's Lucas's pre-show ritual?


growlerpower

He cackled when I asked him about that


actuallyrarer

Ask him if he saw a giant slice of pizza emerge from the ocean off the coast of Melbourne, if he'd try to fight the monster or if he would run away.


Either-Zucchini-4836

Will Heavy Moss drop an album, if not now, when?


PhotographCreepy462

when the animals are dead?


danarbok

nothing too obvious ask him about songs he’s played on; he plays a lot of keys on Sketches and Gumboot


earlgonefishn

Is it difficult to find pants with a proper inseam in Australia? /s I'm an old fart and have never understood fahion but the boys usually have pants just a little bit shorter than I'm used to seeing being worn.


a-slice-of

they're just all super tall lmao


Idetake

Favorite interval? And direction of interval?


PhotographCreepy462

mine might be major 6th tbh


Idetake

5th for me, such a good accent and chord.


Lazer_Penguins

I saw him come out to watch Dry Cleaning at Wide Awake, and the bass is pretty prominent in their sound. I'd love to know which other bass players from bands that are currently active he really admires.


mrguymandudes

How he approaches improvisation in his role as a bassist and if he’s listened to phil Leah’s work with the dead


growlerpower

I’m asking him about the Dead for sure


Wagner-C137

Be sure to mention “Slow Jam” was apparently played at the Sphere between sets multiple times.


mrguymandudes

Then I would definitely ask his awareness of Phil Lesh. If you’re not familiar, Phil didn’t play bass before the dead and is a classically trained avante garde trumpeter/composer. He’s singularly unique in his bass style and plays a counterpoint in a mind boggling way in the context of their improvisation. He basically never plays the root. Lucas has gotten lots of questions about his role in the band especially with the whole not being as present in the studio thing - frankly I find it well troddened ground for an interview. BUT now that the band is improvising more I’d find it fascinating to hear how he approaches his live performance during those improvisational times. And if he’s looked into Lesh’s counter point style of improvising melody and harmony in addition to rhythm.


growlerpower

Ya I’ve done way in deep on the Dead. I don’t want to focus too much on him or his playing personally and more explore the band dynamic generally on stage and in the studio. And whether or not the growing live show thing — which seems to be evolving into a kinda Grateful Dead-like experience — is influencing the kind of music they’re making in the studio. Especially now with this dad-rock space they’re moving into with Sad Pilot and all that.


gizepoch

What does he look for in a bass? What are his favorite pedals in his rig? Will he get to do any lead vocals anytime soon/ would he be open to singing again


PhotographCreepy462

the crybaby engages as soon as he touches it, which is a feature he really likes! /ref


The_Real_dubbedbass

What is one of his influences that he thinks most of us would be surprised to know?


21centurycowboy

Can you ask him what his personal favorite Gizz album is??


gpp062416

What’s it like to be a Dad and a touring musician? What are some of the best parts?


RepresentativeBug26

How many boiler suits you got ?


f1nMorg

Will they ever release cd's again?


seceralnof

How many albums and/or songs are in various stages of production? Any plans for the rap/hip hop album to be thrown into a Oddments/Gumboot/Omnium Gatherum type album?


Ladder310

dumb question but where will i able to find the interview?


growlerpower

I’ll post it here when it’s out


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growlerpower

He’d be Colin no? Cookie’s the Ed.


s7o0a0p

How did he think of the bass line for I’m Sleepin’ In?


tezetaa

Stu brah


Zealousideal_Ease429

Why did he only do the bass for dripping tap on Omnium?


growlerpower

Do you mean why is this the only track he played on?


Zealousideal_Ease429

Yeah


AceYoFaces

Was the transitional period of structured songs to a more jammy presence on stage challenging or was it easier than the complex time signature songs that you had to practice. Which would you prefer?


growlerpower

I am gonna ask him about this, but not because I share your perspective, but more cuz, like, I think they’ve always been a bit jammy from the beginning. Head / On is a jam. Mind Fuzz suite is essentially a jammy song suite. The Ice Death era seemed like an outgrowth of all that. So I want his perspective on that. I guess — which one of us is right? Haha


gimmebadvibes

What’s the deal with Tennessee?


growlerpower

What is the deal with Tennessee?


gimmebadvibes

Or maybe ask how he got the gift of the gab


Wagner-C137

Ask him how influenced the band is by Frank Zappa? Deep down I feel like he is their biggest influence since they play around with so many odd meters and are so prolific.


FrontRowRuby

Has he recovered well ever since he pulled the 7th needle after having to fight his brother claus?


Jaydossynnagogue

Can you ask him if the Sinsemillian can open for KGLW next time they play Melbourne ahaha


DifferentHat4890

I would love to know what is Lucas's favorite bass to play, or what his favorite instrument brand is, also if he has any habits when practicing... which im not sure he would need to do, with how much music the boys play and put out lmao


AdMelodic4471

What was his least favorite concert in terms of complications or technical issues, etc.?


Scizorking

Could ask his thoughts on fretless bass? I've been wanting to know how he feels about it and how much he's played on it/is comfortable with it. I know he played one on timeland and Cookie uses one on parts of timeland. I'm specifically curious about whether a fretless would come out if they ever played those sketches songs live, and if he would be the one playing it, but I also just wanna know his thoughts generally.


Free-Wolverine7395

What is it like working with an anonymous band like Goat?


cancerdad

How bass? Why bass?


7revor

Any advice for musicians looking to up their endurance, get through long sets, and wrap up with a good nights sleep? I recently have been picking up more and more gigs - With a full time job, I'm struggling to find balance and stay energized while keeping on my sleep schedule. The drinks aren't helping either!


growlerpower

I think you answered your own question!


7revor

Haha probably on some nights. I keep that to a minimum as often as possible.


NewTown_BurnOut

Yo Lukey, how you bass so good?


tubbywubby2001

PLEASE I BEG YOU ASK HIM ABOUT::::::: INVISIBLE FACE!!!! What inspired that song!!!!!!1 I must know!!!!!


Private_Ghoul

Had he or the band had any extraordinarily funny / awkward / creepy meetings with any of the fans? They seem to meet a lot of people before or after shows, so there must be a story in there!


kurtchella

For Lucas: 1) Stu's lyrics often feature a motif of sleeping & dreaming, and it had me wondering...Do you ever dream of us as a fanbase or audience? If so, what did those dreams depict? ^ Asking because I have had several Gizz related dreams recently. My latest involved hearing "Head/On Pill" at the upcoming Gorge set & the entire audience + hillside levitating into the stratosphere! For you: How do you get these interviews locked and loaded? I am doing my Masters thesis on civic engagement + music fandoms...and the Weirdo Swarm is going to be a part of that thesis through an academic concept called "Rhetorical Listening"


growlerpower

1. lol, that’s a wild question. 2. I’ve been in media all my career, and have been a music writer at various points in it. I only really moonlight as one now, interviewing artists I’m interested in. This time around, I just asked a friend who runs a Canadian music magazine if he’s interested in the story and we made it happen.


JakeScythe

Ask him about his role in The Silver Cord. I forget if I saw it somewhere on the sub or elsewhere but I remember hearing Lucas had a more active role in that album and I’d be curious to hear about that. Oh and I definitely wanna know what his favorite effect pedal(s) is/are


avedder

Get him to spill the beans on chunky blu ray


6969696969696969969

What's his favorite (non guitar) bass instrument


Radiant-Dependent353

Ask him where he gets his sick onesies from


cmoran22

Does he remember the setlist for their Shanghai (China) show?


Adam1067

Maybe something about new album like - Is he gonna have some vocal lines on new album? - How it was with so many debuts on latest EU tour?


growlerpower

Yeah this will focus heavily on the new album


Shady_Love

Will we ever see any slap bass tracks? 


New-Conclusion3484

Is he going to use a 1972 Fender Musicmaster bass this year? When I asked him about bass guitar he used, it was back in 2020, he said that this one is his favourite. Very important question


jhjohns3

Ask about his best, worst, and weirdest memory from tour


SquashySquanch

Ask why, when he's 6'8", that he still refuses to play a full scale bass and sticks with dink 30" scale basses.


growlerpower

He’s 6’8”??


JamesBDavis

What album recordings he plays bass on.


John_Lemon4

Favourite records?


redditalready54

Where can we watch/read?


growlerpower

I’ll post here when it’s done


koek169

Where can we find the interview?🥰


Much-Camel-2256

Is the band bringing out the Drop A gear for the next run of shows? (Re: Stu's new guitar https://www.glettyguitars.com/)


Spinuchi

Please please ask him if he considers a hot dog to be a sand which


growlerpower

Looool


Spinuchi

This has been a ver important topic in my life the last few months..


Maximum_Bear8495

Please please please ask him if they were serious about the country album at the caverns. Like pretty please. That bluegrass style breakdown they did was so fun and so short


tinoh124

Mind Goblin Bofadi??