Take Aim
Last Updated on Monday, 29 November 1999 16:00 Thursday, 04 March 2010 19:12
Take Aim
Take Aim & Fire!
By: Rob Atkinson
Q: What’s the history and story behind Take Aim?
A: Take Aim started out in August of 2008 with the mission of playing songs that people know, like, and can dance to, but we put our own rocky/punk spin on them. We’ve had our member changes (including our new bass player, the amazing Jeff Trotter), and our ups and downs as group, but we’re so strong and focused now, there’s no stopping us.
Q: Who’s in the band and what do they play?
A: Aim – vocals; Jim Whitmer – guitar; Cort Hullinger – guitar;
Paul Filipek – drums; Jeff Trotter - bass. We strive to keep our sound tight, fun, different, and fresh, and our shows high-energy and interactive. We’ve never played a gig without someone in the audience confirming that we’ve reached these goals, and that’s what keeps us working at them. Plus, it’s pretty much the most fun job ever!
Q: Who are your influences, and how do you relate into the Indiana music scene?
A: We associate with and are supported by and supportive of so many other cover bands in the area. We consider Stillshot our brother band, and are very grateful to them for believing in us and giving us a leg up whenever possible.
Q: What are your upcoming shows and projects? Can you talk specifically about the DTSB Tent Party on March 12th?
A: We are so very blessed to have gotten this far this fast. Our calendar is filling up with shows all over the area. We are especially excited about the Downtown South Bend St. Paddy’s Tent Party! We opened for Stillshot last year, and it was unbelievable. A couple thousand people came and rocked with us, and this year is going to be even bigger and better. More lights and stage and sound and show...it’s going to be an unforgettable experience. We go on stage Friday, March 12 at 5:30, so come early!
Check out the rest of our schedule at http://www.myspace.com/takeaimrocks
