Survivor. Dracula enthusiast. Creator of beautiful noise. This edition of Fistful of Questions goes to
Gabriel Palacio, but you might know him as the entity behind
AntiMozdeBeast.
What is your full name?
My Full Name is Gabriel Palacio. When I was born with
congenital heart disease the doctor’s told my folks I wouldn’t live very long.
So my Father named me Gabriel after himself and his Father before him.
Do you have any aliases?
That I do not. I do like it when people refer to me as
AntiMozdeBeast as opposed to my real name.
What bands are you actively involved with?
I am only heading the project AntiMozdeBeast at the moment.
Although I have been in a few bands throughout my lifetime.
What was the name of the first band you were in?
The name of the first band I played with was Kandy Flip. We
were a bunch of teenagers pissed off at the world and experimenting with
several drugs at the time. Kandy Flip is definitely one of my favorite times in
my musical journey.
What was the first instrument that you played?
The first instrument I picked up was when I was around 14.
It was handed down to me from my cousin. It was an electric bass. I learned a
lot about music just fiddling around with it at an early age. This was before
YouTube, so I have been self taught throughout
my entire musical experience.
What all instruments do you currently play?
I Currently play the acoustic 12 string guitar when I want
to jam out to some blues. An electric guitar whenever the time requires
something heavy. As well as the piano/keyboard synth.
Tell me about one of your first musical memories.
My first musical memories dates’ back to when my brother
stole a White Zombie record from the record store. I was about 8 years old and
I couldn’t stop listening to More Human Than Human.
Tell me what inspired you to start AntiMozdeBeast.
The inspiration behind AntiMozdeBeast was I was tired of
working with bands and other musicians through trial and error. That
unfortunately we either did not collaborate well with each other or many other
circumstances that causes bands to break apart.
What inspired the sound of AntiMozdeBeast?
The Sound of AntiMozdeBeast is inspired by a variety of
genres and records. I try to incorporate all that I’ve learned throughout my
years of music. The sound leans towards a harsh industrial or noise metal, but
I also try to be as creative as possible and create a unique sound unheard of
before.
Talk about your new album, The Red River, a little.
The Red River was inspired
by my second album The Political Beast, The Beast of War, And The AntiChrist.
It is a follow up to the album. It’s more of a debate between my consciousness
and spiritual beliefs. Throughout the album I try to conceptualize what the
title of each track means. For example, The Fallen Saint I try to visualize the
world behind a man who has lost his faith in humanity but was once spiritual. A
man that questions his own existence and religious beliefs. Institutions and
Prisms are the same. It may sound chaotic and unhinged, but I try to explain
the perspective of a man who has lost his sanity and is trying to reason with
the world and his own consciousness.
If you could insert yourself into any one band what band
would it be and why?
If I could insert myself into any band, I believe, I would
gladly be a part of My Dying Bride. Although a completely different genre and
style of play. My Dying Bride has influenced me in so many ways. The music is
like a Metal Ballet and the poetic lyrics spark something within me that I have
never felt before.
Have you ever heard a song and immediately wished you had
written it? If so… What was the song and
artist?
Yes. Journey to the End by Widnir found on their album 1184.
The colliding of various genres found throughout that song is brilliant and
very creative. I applaud Windir for having the courage to step out of the
boundaries of Metal in which I try to do myself with my own music.
Do you have any non-metal musical inspirations?
I have many non metal musical inspirations. These include
Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Radiohead, and Pink Floyd.
Is there a non-metal song that you'd like to do a cover of?
I always wanted to do a Metal Cover of Masters of War by Bob
Dylan. I would use a dropped tuning on the guitar and use a guttural vocal to
sing to the song.
What band or bands have you witnessed live that have really
impressed you with their show?
I have witnessed many bands throughout my time. My most
exciting experience was attending WoodStock 99 at the ripe young age of 15. I
saw so many great acts those three days which includes a list that is longer
than my groceries.
The year is 2005. Where
are you at and what are you listening to?
In the year 2005 I was listening to Iced Earth, My Dying
Bride, Iron maiden, Megadeath, and Metallica.
You are writing a book about your life thus far. What is the title of that book?
If I had to title an autobiography I would title it “How
many Roads?”
What’s the longest time you’ve gone without bathing?
I have been homeless for a short period of time in my life,
so I would have to say maybe a month to six weeks.
Do unicorns sleep standing up?
I don’t believe in mythological creatures except for
vampires. I have had many hallucinatory experiences and have witnessed vampires
throughout my lifetime.
What advice would you give young musicians that are just
starting out in the music business?
When you are determined to accomplish something, never let
anyone or anything deter you from accomplishing it. It’s not about being a
world wide known artist. It’s not about money, fortune, or fame. It’s about
creating art that you can be proud of and exposing every vulnerability you have
on record.
You are driving cross-country and you can only listen to one
album the entire trip. What album will
it be?
Of course I would listen to Windir 1184. The album is
unprecedented. The labrum has so many twists and turns and I wouldn’t mind
listening to it on repeat as I travel across the country.
Name a handful of blues artists that people need to
hear.
My first and most influential blues artist I recommend
anyone to listen to is Blind Willie Mctell. Followed by Robert Johnson, Son
House, Muddy Waters, and Howling Wolf.
What are two things that people absolutely need to know
about New York?
NY can be a city of amazing experiences. It can also be vile
and treacherous.
You’ve got some pretty wicked looking tattoos. Tell me about the designs/inspiration.
I have several tattoos. My most treasured tattoo covers my
entire left side of my body. It is a cathedral with Gargoyles surrounding it.
Actually, I tried to envision a concept of my tattoos and I believe that my
body is canvas. All my tattoos mean something not only to me but to each other.
It is a design.
Favorite band t-shirt you own?
My Dying Bride
Favorite book?
My Favorite book is Dracula.
Favorite movie?
My Favorite Movie is the Omen (2006)
Favorite album?
My Favorite Album is Amnesiac by Radiohead.
Favorite meal?
My favorite meal is pizza.
Pancakes or Waffles?
Waffles. Definitely Waffles.
Megadeth or Metallica (if you had to choose)?
Ehhh… Megadeth has better instrumentals, but his lyrics and
voice sound like a pissed off teenager.
Lmao… Metallica has great music
and lyrics. I think it’s a quality over
quantity thing. I would have to say
Metallica.
Many thanks to
Gabriel for taking the time to answer my queries. I appreciate it. Be sure to put your ears to his latest sonic
creation, The Red River. It is expertly
rendered chaos and you will not be disappointed. And… it is NYP over on Bandcamp, so you have
no excuses. N-O-N-E!
El Pedo Caliente (aka Uncle Jameson from the Fistful of DOOM
show)
Ps- Be sure to check out the Fistful of DOOM show… available on Mixcloud.
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