A.W.M. On the Making Of ‘Paper Thin Authority’
What was the initial spark or idea that led to the creation of 'Paper Thin Authority?'
'Paper Thin Authority' is taken from our track 'System of Oppression', which kind of summarises our philosophies about questioning authority, and abuses of perceived power and privilege. We have songs about people being awful on the internet, including the far-reaching influence of right-wing conspiracy theories, indoctrination through an archaic education system, and hypocrisy in the punk scene.
Were there any challenges or breakthrough moments during the songwriting process for 'Paper Thin Authority?'
The biggest challenges for El P and Big Earn were doing their GCSEs (the UK equivalent of a High School Diploma) right in the middle of recording the album. Frustrations with this are pretty clear in our cover of the classic Pete Seeger song ‘What did you learn in school today?’.
What has been one of your most favorite memories along the path to making 'Paper Thin Authority?'
It was kinda hard to get gigs when two members of the band were not old enough to get into venues. The first and only gig to date was an all ages sell out (it could also be said that this description kind of reflects the band). It was an absolute blinder and we sold all our merch, too.
How did your band members initially come together?
At fifteen years old, El P and Big Earn met and decided to form a punk band. Realising they needed a bassist, they called on Earn's dad, Gob, to fill in until they found one. After being in a number of bands, including Four Letter Word, Gob enjoyed it so much he just won't leave the band.
What inspired you to pursue a career in music?
A love of the music, a desire to support a pretty lackadaisical punk scene in our hometown (Cardiff, UK), and a need to vent.
