Q & A: The Hi Tops Brass Band

13 November 2013 | 5:17 pm | Staff Writer

"I've been getting into this thing called alcohol. Really calms the nerves."

Artist/Band: The Hi Tops Brass Band.

Name: Justin Fermino.

What the best venue - anywhere in the world - you've played?: I once played in an opera house on top of a skyscraper in China or Japan. I can't really remember where but it was pretty cool.

Is there one country you particularly love performing in?: Australia's great. The Greek Islands aren't too bad either. Have you got a gig for me?

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What part of the world has had the most influence on you, musically?: New Orleans. Lots of good stuff going on there. People really living and breathing (but mostly drinking) music in that part of the world. Great town!

Where have you experienced music really impacting and influencing a culture?: Have you seen Trololo? It's got to be Russia.

When it comes to your band - is more always better?: Now that I think about it we do have a seven-piece brass section. Would it be weird to say no?

What's one instrument you wish you could master?: Definitely keytar.

Do you have any pre-gig rituals?: I've been getting into this thing called alcohol. Really calms the nerves.

What's your favourite food dish?: Pizza

Can you recommend us a drink at the bar?: Chilli Beer. It's better than it sounds.

Website link for more info?: http://www.hitopsbrassband.com