Capital Kings
Originally from Washington D.C., this electronic-pop duo is comprised of Franklin, Tenn. residents...
Originally from Washington D.C., this electronic-pop duo is comprised of Franklin, Tenn. residents Jonathan White and Cole Walowac. They have been creating quite a buzz with their remixes landing on some of the industry's most acclaimed artists' records such as tobyMac and Group1Crew. This fall they look to introduce their sound to the masses with the release of the "I Feel So Alive" EP while opening the Winter Jam 2012 Tour Spectacular.
TobyMac introduces Capital Kings
Here is a brief Q&A with both Jon and Cole
Q1 - What is your background? Where did you guys grow up? What made you interested in music?
Cole: We both grew up right outside of Washington D.C. We were actually really into sports growing up so if you were to tell us we would one day be in a band making music we wouldn't have believed you. But in high school we started playing for our youth worship band and that sparked an interest for us in doing music. By junior year, we really started to put sports aside and begin focusing on our music.
Q2 - Your debut album will be available on 1/8/13. It's not very often that a "freshman" artist get's to work with such big players in the industry. How did you happen to land gigs with such big artists (Mandisa, Group 1 Crew, Britt Nicole, TobyMac)?
Jon: We have been blessed for sure! God has really been giving us some amazing opportunities these past few years. It all started through remixing some songs on TobyMac’s remix record, Dubbed & Freq'd album. After that, the calls came in to start working with other artists. We really love having different flavors on our tunes and being able to work with all the artists we have up to this point!
Q3 - What are your biggest influencers? Musically and spiritually?
Cole: Our number one influence is God. We are constantly trying to pursue Christ in all that we do because He has had the greatest impact on people by showing love. Musically, we listen to everything from old stuff like Herbie Hancock or Frank Sinatra all the way to current music like Deadmau5 and Radiohead.
Q4 - You guys are jumping on the East Coast run of Winter Jam this next year. What does your live show look like?
Cole: Our live shows are such high energy! Our main goal is to make people feel like they’re part of the show. We want them to feel free to dance and jump up and down and go crazy. But most importantly, we want them to be inspired to love God and love others around them.
Q5 - What are you most looking forward to in 2013?
Jon: We cannot wait for our debut record to drop on January 8th and also to meet all of our fans who come out to our shows! It’s definitely an exciting time for us and we’re looking forward to see what God has in store for us!!
Q6 - Red Bull or Starbucks?
Cole: Depends on what time of day. If it’s an early morning, than definitely a Java Chip from Starbucks. If it’s a late night in the studio, then a Red Bull.
Jon: Red Bull! I don’t drink coffee, plus, Red Bull gives you wings!
Interview Source: Family Christian Stores
January 7, 2013 by John van der Veen
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