Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?
A: Death From Above 1979 - You're A Woman, I'm A Machine; Pavement - Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain; Mike Krol - I Hate Jazz
Those three are a good foundation for the sound of the band, but we could easily add another ten albums to that list. Our upcoming LP, "To Each Their Own Coat", expands even further, sometimes multiple influences per song.
Q. What was the first song that you wrote together?
A: The first song we wrote together was "Two Frequencies", the first song on our first EP "Get To The Boat". That was the first riff Mike wrote on his baritone guitar, which became the foundation for Yawn Mower. Biff in conversation said, "It's only two frequencies", meaning the baritone and drums, and that was the name.
Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?
A: "Broken Filaments", off our upcoming LP, is about a night Mike and Biff had where nothing went as planned. Everything fell through to the point it became laughable. Mike figured why not document this night in a song, and it actually became a springboard for more lyrics about actual things the band went through. Lyrics have always been an important part of this band. We're always to say something new or interesting.
Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?
A: Mike and Biff have been playing shows and living in/around AP for a long time. It's been fun to be a part of the music community here. We've made a bunch of friends and played some great shows. It's also been interesting to see the changes in Asbury Park throughout the years. We're hopeful that the art, food and music scenes will continue to thrive and expand in this area.
Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?
A: Biff: I'm going tofu burrito with kimchi rice! Mike: I go for a pork or tofu taco with a side of esquites.
Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?
A: 6/22/22 at Lofiadelic Records in Belmar. 7/6/22 at the Mogo Stage in AP. Look out for our new LP, "To Each Their Own Coat" on Mint 400 Records in September 2022. We will be releasing new singles and videos for the LP every month until then! Thank you Mogo!
Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
A: Yawn Mower's music is available on all streaming platforms, just type in Yawn Mower on whatever your preferred service is! We are also on bandcamp if you want to support us monetarily.