• THANKS GOD THAT GREAT POWER METAL BAND STILL EXISTS IN THE U.S. AND REMIND US THE GLORIOUS HEAVY METAL PAST OF THIS COUNTRY. BORN OF FIRE PLAYING EXCELENT U.S. POWER METAL. CHECK THEM OUT!

1.TELL US IN A FEW WORDS THE MOST IMPORTANT MOMENTS OF
THE BAND'S HISTORY. WHICH IS TODAY'S LINE UP?

• Founding members are still in the armament: Bobby Chavez, Steve Dorssom and Victor Morell. The newest members to BOF are Chris Nelson and Dave Vineyard. Chris, a long time friend of BOF joined ranks with BOF in early 2001. Chris brings to the band a rock solid bottom end that rest assured compliments the band. Dave Vineyard, formerly of Marionette signed under Vain Records in the U.S. Dave took over the position of frontman and voice in April of 2002. If you thought the old singer was good...just wait.

• Dave's A: I wasn't around when the name was founded but, I like to look at the name "Born of Fire" as though it represents rebirth. Just as time repeats itself, fortunately so does the music industry. Of course with each "new" sound or "wave" that the industry kicks out they label it as being fresh and new. Nothing could be further from the truth. Every band, musician, writer and what have you, have their roots and influences. Which in turn we have todays music with the backbone of yesterday in one genre or another. Just as with any art, you will see/hear little tid bits here and there of some other artists. Its all in the hearts and ears of the listener. So if you were to ask me, "Is BOF writing music that doesn't sound like anything you've ever heard? I would have to say no. However BOF is evolving almost on a daily basis. Subtly moving into it's own, just as it has been. Carry the Flame!

• Dave's A: Let me start by saying this. PAIN! No not the kinda of pain that we blame on our Mothers and Fathers (It's not their fault!) or the pain of breaking bones, but the pains of life and all the glory's that come with it. I personally look up to many bands/artists, some signed and some unsigned. If a band or artist can move me or make me feel what they have to say. I look up to that. They deserve to be commended in the  highest way. Personally I dont like the branding of music. I realize it's essential for sales, but it all comes down to this... Either you like it or you dont.

• Dave's A: I feel the listeners need more substance in their music. In the recent past it seemed as though every song and band had very few differences. Oh sure there are some exceptions, give or take a few. Still today listen to your radio, most of the major acts today have no identifiable characteristics. For example, listen to GodSmack. From the moment that he starts to sing you know who it is, whereas how many singers are trying to mimic the dude from Creed. Not that it's a bad thing, I just want to hear someone tell me in their own voice not someone else's. Metal is a big world with many subcategories and tastes, if the music has something to offer then by all means label it "Metal"

• Steve's A: We have past releases such as "Transformation" and the self titled 3 song promo CD. We were happy with the music at the time but as you now things change... are music writing I believe is getting better and better. We now have a well versed singer and that has a great impact on new and some of the existing remakes previously recorded with the old singer. I think we all can look back on things we have done musically as trophies and pursue to do it better next time. When our new release comes out I feel it will conquer everything we have accomplished in the past.

• Well, believe it or not every review that we received was good to excellent. We did have label interest from independent to major labels when the 3 song promo was buzzing the industry. Nothing developed into concrete plans or contract, however all of our contacts are excited and ready for the new release with our new singer and new music.

• A: Yes a CD is in the future, most likely will be a 4-5 song promo. New songs of course, with the exception of a rework of "Centrifuge" and "In the End", both from the 2000 Promo. Both of these songs now titled "Within" and "All that remains" have all new lyrics and melodies. We felt that the way it was previously recorded by J Davis, really didn't bring out either of songs full potential. The newest unreleased tunes are "Damaged", "Blood and Faith" and "The Quietroom". Look for the latest in the near future.

• A: Most of the new material is broad in range. It touches on topics from the 9-11 event to Addiction to Child Abuse and so on. All of which is done in the traditional way of BOF. With dark moody melodies to the triumphant gallop in "old school" fashion.

• A: Absolutely, tributes give unsigned and unknown artists a medium in which to reach new audiences. Listeners are more demanding when it comes to Tribute albums. They'll remember who did a fantastic job or slaughtered one of their favorite tunes on a remake.

• Steve's A : As BOF we have done several shows opening for big act's, however since we joined forces with our singer Dave, we have concentrated on refacing BOF musically and media wise. We are also building a digital recording studio from scratch. Construction should be complete by summer's end and BOF will be in full force to finish writing the CD and recording all the music. That's the hold up on live shows. But when we do play live its a tilde wave force.

• Daves A: "Where's the Bathroom?"

• Dave's A: Man's biggest temptation is "WOMAN/SEX/MONEY/POWER" not necessarily in that order:)

• Daves A: Renaissance (sp) :Read previous answer : Electricity and fast food

• Born of Fire...Back from the ashes.

• Daves A: What's wrong with promoting your product or service. Afterall, it's business.

• Steve's A: We have a lot of contacts in the industry. Also we have labels that are waiting for our new material as well as all the mags, webzines and fanzines who have helped BOF in the past will do the same again. Its all networking and getting your name and product out everywhere and get it in thy right hands. The best song that represents BOF at this time is - "Damaged"

• Got too much on my mind to thinkl about that. But if we did it would be somthing EPIC, cool and somthing you could relate to????

• Steve's A: Mr. Deeds , Orange County
• Daves A: No movies but thoughraly enjoyed the Harry Potter Series

• Dave's A: God I feel like thats something you would ask a Miss America contestant. Umm help puppies and kitties...

• The new line up is:
• Bobby Chavez - Guitars
• Steve Dorssom - Drums / Percussion
• Victor Morell - Guitars / Keyboards
• Chris Nelson - Bass
• Dave Vineyard - Vocals / Guitars
• New Webite:
• http://www.geocities.com/bornoffireaz and soon will be www.bornoffire.us