The Explorers Club are set to play a free show at UW’s Der Rathskeller on Saturday, February 28th. In case you missed our mention of them last year, go ahead and get to know Jason Brewer below with our continuing 5 Questions with Muzzle of Bees feature.

Could you lend some information on the recording process of the Freedom Wind? Where and how was it recorded, and were there any lessons learned that you’ll apply towards future recording sessions?

Our record Freedom Wind was recorded in Atlanta, GA with our good friend Matt Goldman. We used several methods of recording including Multi Layering, splicing different parts together, and live tracking as well. I really liked all the techniques we used and it just depends on the song as to what format to go with.

The internet has dramatically altered the way artists can reach an audience. With things like blogs/myspace/etc, what are your thoughts on the power of the internet in terms of helping (or hurting) your music?

I think it can mostly help your music because many many many more people have access to things about you band and they can get this information pretty fast. It certainly helped us before we had a record deal. The downside is people can get your music without paying for it. That can be tough to traffic. Overall the internet can seriously help you reach tons of people worldwide and can give them easier access to artists as well.

Most people have certain artists that made a big impression on them. That could either influence their music or just make music an important part in one’s life. Do you have any artists that fit that description?

Yes of course… Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, Jimmy Webb, Smokey Robinson, Otis Redding, Burt Bacharach, Phil Spector, Paul Simon etc… I have a long list so that’s a good sampling

What was the last show you went to see as a fan?

I saw Elton John not too long ago. Great piano runs and he played all his hits. It was fun because i got to see it with my wife and my family.

I see you guys are from Charleston, SC. I was just there at the end of last year and fell in love with the city. In planning to go back, what are some can’t miss places/destinations on my return visit?

You should go to 52.5 records for your music needs, for some good food you should try out the Early Bird Diner! great food for a good price.

Buy: The Explorers Club – Freedom Wind
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Myspace: The Explorers Club
MP3: The Explorers Club – “Do You Love Me?”