Supervillain’s Scott Thompson on Asheville, Mind Control, and Greta Van Fleet
Scott Thompson is the lead singer and guitarist of Rock-Trio Supervillain. (Scott has been featured in three Holy Crap Records Podcasts: #19, for his song “Your Team is Hot,” #33, in which he was our expert Christmas satanist, and most recently #36, for his song That Boy’s a Beast feat Nick Oliveri). Supervillain is currently writing and recording an EP that they plan to release in Spring 2019. He relocated to Asheville from Spokane, WA with Drummer Jeff Schell, and it was here in Asheville where they met Greg Ney (bass) who had just moved there from Boston.
My favorite thing to wear onstage:
My Sex Helmet. Because it is an Army Helmet with the word “SEX” in Gold Sparkle.
A sex helmet is both fashionable and practical
The last musical instrument or musical-performance-related item that I bought and loved was:
7 Shots. Gotta get loose before you shake your Caboose.
The musical instrument or musical-performance-related item that I really really really want is
The power of Mind Control over the Audience and maybe some rad Lazers. I would utilize the Lazers to distract from the mind-control in order to captivate the audience and seduce them into excessive commerce at our Merch Table. The ethics seem questionable but have you listened to Greta Van Fleet? It takes more than just ripping off other artists to keep the lights on in the Mansion. We know what you are up to Short-Hair Baby Plant.
Supervillain merch. You. Will. Buy. Some.
Something I wish I’d known before joining/starting a band:
The most important thing I would say is how important it is to engage with your audience and fans. When you are starting out it’s easy to get wrapped up in your own anxieties and overlook things like that.
I live in Asheville.
Full disclosure, I love 30 minutes outside of town but as far as why Supervillain chose Asheville as our Homebase, Asheville is a Music City with Tourism Traffic that also has easy access to other large markets within half a days drive. When we relocated here we were a little worried about the “Rock Scene” as Asheville generally isn’t a “Rock” town but we have been pleasantly surprised so far.
The general vibe of this city is Diverse. You can walk into a club and see Punk Rockers, Goth Kids and people of all races and genders hanging out.
The best place to play music here is:
Anywhere other than Catawba Brewery. Catawba Brewery paid us $500.00 to NOT play a show and we are banned for life. It wouldn’t be fair for me to judge the other venues around town after just over a year in town. Fleetwood’s, The Odditorium, Yacht Club, Sly Grog, The Fairview Tavern have all been cool to us but right now I am really digging 27 Club, That’s my spot.
27 club features chaise lounges, pit bulls, and a cement cave for bands
The best place to SEE music here is:
The Orange Peel. Because I am a corporate shill! No, the Peel is big enough to host National Touring acts but still small enough to feel intimate. I really like the sound there also.
My favorite local band (aside from my own):
Lo Wolf. If Hank Williams Identified as Patti Smith and developed a dark sense of humor and sarcasm that would be Lo Wolf, right now that’s probably my favorite local artist but you said bands didn’t you? I can’t really do anyone dirty by picking just one. I am thoroughly impressed with all the kids from Sane Voids, Styrofoam Turtles and the dudes from Gak and SawZaw are great also.
In my fridge you’ll always find:
Orange Juice. For screwdrivers.
A winter indulgence that I would never forgo is:
Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Winter Indulgence Moonlight Path Silk Radiance Body Lotion
This ultra-nourishing formula glides on easily and evenly to lavish skin with moisture, leaving skin luxuriously soft and beautifully scented with the exclusive Moonlight Path scent.
Currently discontinued. If you really need it you gotta buy it for $10 on ebay
The last music I downloaded was:
Anthem of the Peaceful Army – Greta Van Fleet
why that
Good fucking question, bleh.
A beauty staple that I’m never without is:
Electrical Tape
why
For Nipples.
A woodstove is the new rock & roll lifestyle signifier
the best place to eat breakfast in my city is:
Stoney Knob Cafe The food is just as good as the decor and ambiance. You need to go!
my favorite websites or apps are: Voice Memos(iPhone), Notes (iPhone) I am constantly writing stuff and being able to record it or write it down and have it stored in iCloud for safekeeping keeps me sane.
my favorite place to be outdoors in my city is:
Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary.
Although Technically just outside of town I really enjoyed walking the trail there and listening to podcasts in the mornings.
favorite seasonal beverage:
Noble Blood Orange Cider. I don’t like Beer or Cider normally and I am not sure if this is seasonal or not but when I attempted to acquire a Growler at Asheville Brewing Co. they told me it was limited time only and they required me to sit and drink ten pints and drive home VS. Taking the Growler home and drinking it, WHY?!
Asheville’s own Noble Cider
the last meal that truly impressed me was:
The Vault Burger. I am easy to please and The Vault makes a mean burg.
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