O-Town in Toronto: a Sold Out Show and defining Lines and Circles

Anyone who grew up in the 90s  immediately will recognize any O-Town song, as soon as it starts playing.  Having been an avid listener of their music from their first 2 albums O-Town (2001) and O2 (2002), to Lines and Circles (2014), I was so glad to know that they were coming to Toronto.  Having their songs such as All or Nothing, or These Are The Days played at many a school dance, it was always something I shared with my friends.  Now 10 years later, as the band has released their new album, I am always glad to put on some O-Town, from any of the 3 albums on my phone between my commute.    I was so glad to have the opportunity to chat with them before the show on Monday Dec 9th .   I talked to the guys about going from their beginning from before Making the Band to Lines and Circles today.

Q. “What are some memories you’ve had from listening to the first album(s) to today ?”
A. “We get to sing a bunch of the songs now on stage and those songs mean a lot to us because those are the ones that are fans first got a chance to listen to. I think singing songs like All or Nothing, we can see how much of an impact they have.” ( Erik )

Q. “Many of your fans love the song ‘Liquid Dreams’. I know you have said that ‘Chasing After You’ is kind of a new version of that. Who are some females that have inspired that song ?”
A.  “I love Emily Ratajkowski. I think she is too pretty for words ( Jacob )
Of course Katy Perry and Jennifer Lawrence we reference in the song  ( Trevor ) I have been married for over 10 years, so of course my wife ( Dan )”

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Q. “What does the title Lines and Circles mean to you?”
A. ” We have all made our own lines, our own paths, over the last 10 years of being apart , 10 being a line and a circle, and then circling back to be together after 10 years , the lines within the song were taken directly from the guys. It doesn’t necessarily correlate with the next line, it does resonate  with each of the guys, so lets say something that Jacob would sing, but Trevor wouldn’t mind singing either ( Erik  ) “

I am so so glad to have had the opportunity to chat with them and cannot wait for an upcoming album.  Because after this show, with a sold-out Lee’s Palace, it shows how they are truly loved in Toronto.

Best always,

Melissa ♥

O-Town is BACK .. and coming to TORONTO !

Photo Cred. Nick Caster

Known most famously for their Liquid Dreams and All or Nothing  or from every 20-something’s grade school dances, O-Town is making a return to the music scene with their new album out today.   Having loved their older music, I was so happy when fellow friends and bloggers were telling me that O-Town was coming to Toronto  ( of which I already have my tickets ! ) at Lee’s Palace.  I was so happy to have had the chance to chat with O-Town about their music, what they all bring to this new album and what we can expect in the future.

Photo Cred. Nick Caster

Canada is one of the first places that they went gold and platinum, says Jacob.  He also said that there is a special spot in the midwest on their radar.

Trevor said that their new song is one that they have a lot to do with.  It was not just handed to them, and it shows how they have all grown as artists.

As four people from different walks of life, says Dan, what they bring to the music (table) varies.  Even with their older albums.  It is not really a coesive sound, more electric and hip-hop, and takes a lot of time to produce.

The album Lines and Circles comes out today. This is the first time that the band is back together in 10 years, which is an incredible thing to do.  You may have already heard their song Skydive, which is nostalgic of their older music but with a modern take.

Hope to see you at their show in December in Toronto.  Tickets  can be purchased here

Their new album can be found here

Best always,

Melissa ♥