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General
- Who the @#$% is Psychostick?
Psychostick is: Rawrb, Jarsh, Shmalex, Jimmychanga, and Jakermeister.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:45 PM by Rawrb
- Who thought of the name "Psychostick"?
Rawrb thought of it in a half-asleep daze at 2:00 AM. Half-mast, if you will. Eww!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:45 PM by Rawrb
- How do you pronounce, "Psychostick?"
Once upon a time, a horrendous demo was released by Psychostick called, "Don't Bitch it's Free!" On that demo, somewhere in a skit or something, we pronounced our band name, "Psy-caw-stick." It was a total fluke and became a very small topic of debate in the Phoenix local scene. However, we retract it's prior pronunciation and now officially announce that it's pronounced EXACTLY as it reads. "Psycho" and "stick". Wow!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:48 PM by Rawrb
- What bands have a similar sound to Psychostick?
Our influences range from Primus to Crowbar. It's complicated!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- Is Psychostick signed to a record label? If not, will they if the opportunity arises?
Rock Ridge Music currently handles our distribution.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- When are you guys touring? Can you play in *insert your city here* with *insert bands here*?
First, check the tour section to see if we're coming to your area. Trust me on this, many people ask and don't even know we're coming to their town! If we're not coming to your area and you really, REALLY want us to, contact us and provide some venue information, such as contact names and number, so that we can book the show. Oh yeah.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:01 PM by Rawrb
- Is there new material in the works, like a new album or something?
Oh yeah. The next album is written. We even play new songs on the road. We'll record it soon... I hope.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:06 PM by Rawrb
- I have a burned copy of your CD that I got from a friend, or I found the mp3s online somewhere. Is that alright with you guys?
We feel that this question can be better answered if you read this news post that we posted.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:06 PM by Rawrb
- You guys should get serious and write real music.
We're very serious about writing comedic songs. How's that for a retort, jerk?!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:09 PM by Rawrb
- Are you looking for a 2nd guitarist again?
- Who runs your myspace?
We do. Plus our management and el duderino. Sploosh!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:10 PM by Rawrb
- Where can I get tickets to your shows?
Please contact the venue or promoter of the show you're interested in seeing on our calendar. Believe it or not, we have absolutely nothing to do with tickets at our shows.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:12 PM by Rawrb
- Why is Rawrb so awesome?
Because the power of the universe is in the palm of his hand.
Last updated on May 2nd 2008, 6:15 PM by Rawrb
Merchandise
- Can I get a copy of your previous demos?
Heh, trust me - you don't want them. Some of you might think, "I want them to just have them because blah blah blah OMG!" If you get crafty enough, you might be able to find "Die... a Lot!" You'll most likely never find "Don't Bitch it's Free" though. We "pressed" only about 200 of those. Heh.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:54 PM by Rawrb
- Where's the Psychostick frisbees? Cup holders? Stove tops?
We've got shirts, CDs, and stickers now. The other stuff, like hats and *ahem* intimate apparel, is in the works. You will be pleased.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- I don't live in the United States, and I want to buy a CD and/or some other merch! How do I do this?
Our new merch vendor takes orders from everywhere. So order something!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- I need XXL or (insert size here) for my shirt! Will you have that?
- Can I have a free shirt/CD/etc?
"We Couldn't Think of a Title" Album
- When can I get a copy of Psychostick's album known as, "We Couldn't Think of a Title?"
You can get it now in the merch section. You can also find it in just about every retail outlet that carries CDs with bad words, like Best Buy or FYE. NOT Wal-Mart. YAY!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:49 PM by Rawrb
- I don't know if I want the stupid album. I want a stupid sampler or something before I make this stupid investment.
Well, you can listen to what we sound like on our myspace page or our purevolume page. Decide from there, jerk!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- What is "Throwin' Down" all about?
It's about Rawrb's first relationship that tanked partially due to what you hear in the song. The rest you can just imagine. HAR HAR
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:51 PM by Rawrb
- Does Psychostick actually GET chicks like the song indicates?
We like to think so, although in the metal/hardcore genre you're stuck with angry, hairy guys. Too bad we're not gay.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:52 PM by Rawrb
- Two Ton Paperweight - it's about a car? Or something?
Yeah, mostly about Joshy's old piece of shit Mercury Cougar that would break down every 5 miles or so. It haunted him all the way through high school, and some of college. His Dad now owns it.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:57 PM by Rawrb
- What's that "Death Burger" stuff? I mean, is that real?
Yep. Joshy, Alex, and Vince, and some buddies went out to random drive thru places and demanded a Death Burger.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:57 PM by Rawrb
- WTF is "Pluh," and uh... just, WTF?
- The song, "BEER", must have significance, right?
Oh, how wrong you... aren't? BEER is really about how dumb people get when they consume more beer. But hey, that's the whole point, right? NO!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:58 PM by Rawrb
- I gotta know more about Prozak Milkshake. What's with the name? What's the song really about?
The name "Prozak Milkshake" was randomly thought of by RAWRB! Since the song is about being overly sad and down, the name just kinda seemed to fit perfectly!
The song just pokes fun of the overly sad, "WAAAH" songs out there.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- Explain Largiloquent Dithyramb.
The name's meaning must be discovered on your own. It's just a happy fun instrumental song!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- What's "Fake My Own Death and Go Platinum" about?
It pokes fun at how some artists get extra famous from dying.
Yes, Alex has eaten Hot Dogs with Apricot jelly.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- Why does your CD say, "DO NOT EAT" on it?
Because you're not supposed to eat it, Captain Moldy Brain Mass.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:04 PM by Rawrb
- Who's playing Trumpet?
Joshy. He played Trumpet in High School. Fun!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- What about Good Morning?
It just kinda happened. Like missing socks.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
"The Flesh Eating Rollerskate Holiday Joyride" EP
- When is the Holiday CD out in stores?
- What is that awful noise I heard on "Doom To The World"?
That would be Alex's 2001 high school band, Alhambra High.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
Song
- Can I get guitar and/or bass tabs for the songs?
Not at the moment. See, we've been asked 192,674,234.43 times for tabs. Jarsh MIGHT do them someday. So uh... hang in there?
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:50 PM by Rawrb
- Ya'll gonna release new songs soon?
Psychostick is doing the songwritin' thang right now. So far, it's been described as, "dumber and heavier than any of our other crap. Hey, get out of here! *slams door*"
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:59 PM by Rawrb
- Hey, where are your lyrics to your songs?!
They're in the inserts to our CDs. :)
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:08 PM by Rawrb
- How come you guys never play "The Dumb Song" live?
This track is not technically a Psychostick song. Yes, it was created by the same masterminds that brought you all your other alcoholic anthems, but this partiular one is a little different. Josh wrote and recorded all the music for it (including midi drums) and he and our good friend Murph did all the vocals for it. Pretty dumb huh?
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- Can we find your music on Limewire?
Nope. Try searching for Psychostick, you'll get nothing!
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- I think you should start playing the Dumb Song because I'm really confused about it not being your song!
Misc
- Do you have a street team? If so, can I join? I just want to help promote you guys!
- What's the deal with the band guy names?
"Rawrb" was an invention of his good buddy Murph. Josh just comes up with his 34 different names. Shmalex, I believe, came from a band he was in called "The S-Stuttering Cowboys." Jimmychanga just flowed out, and Jakermeister is a tribute to a tasty beverage.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:04 PM by Rawrb
- Who's this new, elusive 5th member of Psychostick?
Oh, transitions. We now have Jimmychanga on Bass and Jakermeister on second guitar.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:05 PM by Rawrb
- Okay, I think your mascot is a stick that is pretty psycho. I also think that's a lame graphical pun.
Yes. Yes it is lame. That's why we love it.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
- How did you guys get on XM radio?
Evil Jay from Otep. We finally found that out. Jeebuz we love that guy - we're probably gonna have his babies.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:08 PM by Rawrb
- What? Mike isn't on bass anymore? He's a badass on bass!
He is very much a badass on bass. Things just didn't work out, which is always something hard to talk about to the public. Out of respect for Mike, we will not divulge details as to why he's no longer in Psychostick.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 11:22 PM by Rawrb
Psychostick.com
- How can I get my website linked in your Links section?
You can contact us and ask. Simply go to the contact us page and fill out the form.
Last updated on April 8th 2008, 10:36 PM by Rawrb
