The Story: Tokio Hotel
An Interview with Tokio Hotel's Interscope Records A&R

When did you first hear Tokio Hotel’s music?
I first heard Tokio Hotel's music in Germany in 2005.

How did it make it to your hands?
I saw the original "Scream" video on a visit to Germany and asked a friend at Universal Germany to send me some links to hear more.

What interested/excited you most about Tokio Hotel?
Tokio Hotel's music and the way they presented themselves resonated with me immediately.

What did Tokio Hotel music make you feel?
Tokio Hotel's music exhudes a sense of urgency. When I heard "Scream" initially, it made me want to know and hear more. The more I discovered about them, the more I wanted to get involved and help spread the word about Tokio Hotel.

When did you know that Tokio Hotel would be the next sensation?
When I first became exposed to their music, Tokio Hotel was already beginning to enjoy big success in Germany. The way audiences there were reacting there was explosive. It felt fun, urgent and exciting.

What about Tokio Hotel has you passionate about working with them?
Both Tokio Hotel's music and their visual aesthetic are original and compelling. They're unique. In addition, the band members are very smart, witty and have a distinct point of view. All of that makes working with them really enjoyable.

Who would you say Tokio Hotel reminds you most of?
Tokio Hotel is really unique which is what makes them exciting. One could say there are elements remeniscent of David Bowie, KISS, Metallica or The Cure in their aesthetic, but their music and vibe isn't that easy to pinpoint. Their specific background and approach make their sound and presentation original and unique to them.

What track on Scream was the most interesting?
Tokio Hotel's album is a real experience as a whole - an adventure through a winding path of moods and emotions. It's a real complete work and a testament to the band's musicality.

Who would you like to get Tokio Hotel in the studio with / do you have any interesting collaborations on Scream?
The group could collaborate with artists from various genres. Their first album focuses on the band itself and its own music. Maybe in the future they'll do a collaboration with somebody. Who that somebody is will be determined by their own musical impulses.

Describe Tokio Hotel in 10 words or less…
In their words ... "Ready Set Go, it's time to rock"

What can the world expect from Tokio Hotel?
It's been a while since a rock band came along to cause the kind of excitement that Tokio Hotel are engendering. It's fun to see the reaction they're getting to their music - both on record and at their shows.

Editor's Note: Shout to Ultragrrrl for pointing Tokio Hotel out 3 Months Ago - After the band's Show @ NYC's Fillmore Theatre

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