Here is an interview we just did with Parkway Drive.  Super cool dudes who make some amazing music.  Check them out.

First off can you state your name and what you do in the band.

Winston. I handle the vocals and the sweat patches.

Where does the name Parkway Drive come from?

Its the name of the street our drummer lives on. Our second home and practice space.

You just signed to Epitaph Records. What is the label switching process like?

Well we haven't really switched as such. Any future releases will still be done through Resist Records in Australia, which we couldn't be happier with. As for Epitaph releasing our stuff in the States, we're stoked. We listened to and looked up to so many bands on that label over the years, it's just amazing to be associated with them.

What was the recording process like for "Killing With a Smile"?

Fun and stressful. We did it all in about 2 and a half weeks which wasn't even close to enough time so everything was very rushed and we we're always worried we'd blow it. But on the plus side it was a great experience. Adam is an awesome guy to work with and it all came out well.

Do you guys have a set way that you write music?

Yeah kinda. we generally start with one riff and go from there. Just getting to that stage generally takes about 4 weeks of shit jams before something fun happens. It can be frustrating as hell.

A few of you are vegetarians/vegans and straight edge. Do those beliefs affect the way you write?

No not in the least. We all have different beliefs and ways of living life, but it's not something that we want to push on anyone else. Except smoking. We hate smoking.

How has the new material been received live?

Pretty well as far as we can gather. We're having fun playing it kids seem to enjoy it so thats all you could really want.

How has the band grown from the release of "Don't Close Your Eyes" to "Killing With a Smile"?

I think we've progressed a fair bit both as a band musically and in life in general. We're always going to be limited by our skills when it comes to recordings so there is always the urge for progression and improvement.

What is the scene like in Australia?

Awesome. I wouldn't want to call anywhere else home.

Your summer is filled with European dates. What do you feel is the difference in playing home shows and then playing Europe and North America?

Obviously the difference is pretty large. We're playing in places that most of the time have never heard of us as opposed to playing in our backyard, but its great experience. It's all very new territory for us but its fun as hell.

Do you have any plans to hit North America this year?

Yeah, hopefully in late July/August so keep an eye out for us.

What can someone who has never seen you live expect at one of your shows?

Energy, excitement, five guys that run into each other, blasts, bad hair, weird accents, sun tans.

Do you have any pre show rituals?

Nah not really. We just sit around and eat or hide food for later so our fat tour manager doesn't eat it all while we're playing.

If you could play a show with any three artists, past or present, who would they be?

Midnight Oil, AC/DC, Indecision. But that's just me. Everyone else probably disagrees.

Who has been your favorite band to share the stage with so far?

Damn that's hard. I think for me Every Time I Die. I love those guys. Oh, and an awesome band from Wales called SHAPED BY FATE. Amazing. Check them out.

Who did the cover art for "Killing With a Smile"?

Asterick Studios in the states

When you aren't on tour what do you do for fun?

Surf. We're all surf kids. That and hang out with our families.

Thanks for taking the time to do this. Do you have any last words for the readers?

Jeff has more grey hair than your average 80 year old and less flexibility.