Austinist Interviews SXSW: Illinois

The following is a brief interview with Chris "Arch" Archibald, frontman of Bucks County, Pennsylvania indie rockers Illinois. Having just released their latest album, What the Hell Do I Know?, they'll be playing a slew of shows during SXSW, including the +1 House Party, Ace Fu showcase at Beauty Bar, and Playboy's Rock the Rabbit. Check their myspace for more info.

[mp3] Illinois - "Alone Again"

Share a story about a visit to Austin or a previous trip to SXSW.

Last year we saw a mountain lion!! That was exciting. We stopped along the road fer a piss and there it was.

Is it still fun to play live if the audience is 95% industry?

It's always fun to play no matter who's there. It's fun to rehearse.

What's your favorite song on the new record? Why?

A toss up between "Alone Again," and "Bad Day"! "Alone Again," 'cause it just kinda happened correctly in the studio. "Bad Day" 'cause it's so friggin weird

Is there an album an ex ruined for you that you'll never be able to reclaim?

Weezer's Pinkerton... don’t wanna talk about it

Name one record that has influenced you (musically or otherwise) the most.

In Utero, Nirvana

Tacos or burritos? Margaritas or beer?

Tacos and beer…then breakfast burritos

Is there such a thing as rock n roll anymore?

What the hell do I know?

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