Matt Rhoades, who along with Sarah Graziani make up Young London, was nice enough to answer our Seven Questions In Heaven.
Describe your music for our readers who may not be familiar with you.Our music is definitely pop. Some have told us it has a '90s throwback feel which is awesome. Overall, our music is feel good electro pop for everyone who feels sassy.
Who are your musical influences and idols?
I am influenced by a lot of euro dance. Cascada really got me into pop in general a while back. My idol would have to be someone like Dr. Luke who has produced some of the catchiest pop songs ever. Sarah is really into Regina Spektor and a lot of singer-songwriter stuff. She is classically trained on the piano, so I think her inspirations are pretty intense, ha ha.
What was the first album, cassette, or CD you bought with your own money?
The first CD I bought on my own was Green Day's Insomniac. Total game changer. Except I had to listen in secret due to the excessive swearing.
You were recently on the cover of The Boston Phoenix and were named one of Boston's Best New Bands. Is there a Boston "sound?" What's the Boston music scene like?
Boston is, in my opinion, one of the "hippest" cities in the country for underground music. There is definitely a Boston rock and roll sound. There are a lot of amazing punk and hardcore band from the area, so the pop scene may not be thriving. However, there are a ton of indie dance nights, where kids just want to party, so that is where we currently fit in!
