Entrevista a Salvador Holbox por Alim Haider (UK)

Salvador Holbox: Un Viaje con Jaz Coleman y el Amanecer de un Nuevo Sonido

La historia de la colaboración de Salvador con el enigmático Jaz Coleman es extraordinaria: una fusión de fuerzas creativas que dejó una huella imborrable en su arte. Su encuentro en el sagrado backstage de la Plaza Condesa en la Ciudad de México, el 21 de septiembre de 2018, estaba destinado a trascender los límites de un encuentro fugaz. Salvador recuerda vívidamente la atmósfera: la calidez de la banda, la camaradería del momento y Jaz, un ícono de intensidad y pasión, sirviendo vino y entablando una conversación profunda. Lo que comenzó como una velada entre admiradores pronto se convirtió en una colaboración transformadora.

Salvador recientemente se tomó un tiempo de su apretada agenda para hablar con el grupo de Facebook Love Like Blood. Hablando desde la soleada Manchester hasta Sudamérica, tuve el privilegio de preguntarle a una de las mitades de Klek sobre su notable colaboración con Jaz Coleman. Continúe leyendo para descubrir las perspectivas e historias detrás de su innovador trabajo.

El vínculo visionario entre Salvador y Jaz Coleman

Jaz Coleman, reconocido por sus filosofías esotéricas y su incansable impulso creativo, demostró ser tanto un mentor como una musa. Salvador recuerda la capacidad de Jaz para concebir la música no como un simple sonido, sino como una experiencia inmersiva. "Jaz tenía una visión clara de la música que quería escuchar en una nueva banda", reflexiona Salvador. Junto con AJ, Salvador se dedicó a convertir esta visión en realidad. La alquimia creativa fue electrizante, y la magistral guía de Jaz refinó su trabajo hasta convertirlo en algo extraordinario.

La intensidad de Jaz en el estudio era un espectáculo digno de contemplar. "Se movía como si dirigiera una orquesta, sus manos moldeando el flujo del sonido", relata Salvador. Este fervor encendió las sesiones, aportando una sensación de grandeza y urgencia a la música. Más allá de su pasión artística, la filosofía de Jaz resonó profundamente en Salvador: "Disfruta tu vida haciendo lo que amas".

El Proceso Magistral: Grabando con una Leyenda

La colaboración no se limitó a la música; fue una exploración de ideas, emociones y paisajes sonoros. El proyecto de Salvador y AJ, Holbox, surgió como un dúo que buscaba crear música que aportara alegría y profundidad. Su tiempo con Jaz estuvo marcado por momentos mágicos, desde comidas compartidas hasta sesiones espontáneas de DJ en el estudio casero de Salvador.

"No es solo un productor; es un arquitecto del sonido", afirma Salvador. El toque de Jaz moldeó el proyecto, integrando sus ideas esotéricas en la esencia misma de la música. El proceso fue impecable, pero cada paso conllevó el peso del descubrimiento artístico. Para Salvador, fue una experiencia inolvidable, tanto a nivel personal como profesional.

Un Nuevo Amanecer: El Próximo Álbum de Salvador y AJ

Inspirados por los cimientos que sentaron con Jaz, Salvador y AJ se embarcan en una nueva y ambiciosa aventura: un disco que promete redefinir su sonido. El post-punk industrial se fusiona con temas postapocalípticos en esta audaz aventura, que Salvador describe como una "odisea melancólica pero enérgica".

El proceso creativo es meticuloso y orgánico. "Comenzamos con el ritmo o la melodía, dejándonos guiar por el sonido", explica Salvador. Los sintetizadores juegan un papel central, aportando textura a la visión evolutiva del dúo. Con temas como Missiles Fly que ya marcan la pauta, el álbum busca ofrecer una experiencia visceral e inmersiva.

Temas de Crecimiento y Propósito

Este álbum es más que música; es un reflejo de la evolución de Salvador como artista y ser humano. "La paciencia y la comunicación son claves", comparte. El proyecto encarna la autenticidad, alejándose de las modas para forjar un sonido atemporal. Salvador espera que los oyentes conecten con la honestidad pura de las canciones, sintiendo la energía y la profundidad que subyacen en cada nota.

Un Futuro de Promesas y Triunfo

Aunque aún no hay una fecha de lanzamiento definitiva, Salvador y AJ trabajan arduamente para perfeccionar su visión. Cuatro sencillos ya han captado la atención de fans y críticos, y los planes para videos y presentaciones en vivo que los acompañen están en marcha.

Para Salvador, este momento representa la cúspide de su trayectoria artística: una celebración de la creatividad, la conexión y el poder de la música para inspirar y transformar. Su colaboración con Jaz Coleman no es solo un capítulo en su historia, sino un momento decisivo que continúa marcando su camino.

Al mirar hacia el futuro, Salvador siente una pasión más intensa que nunca. "Estamos creando música honesta, poderosa y fiel a quienes somos", declara. Con el lanzamiento de su nuevo álbum en el horizonte, el mundo espera con ansias el siguiente paso en esta gran sinfonía de sonido y alma.

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ENTREVISTA COMPLETA:

Salvador your Personal and Professional Relationship with Jaz

1. How did you first meet Jaz Coleman, and what were your initial impressions of him?

I met Jaz and the entire band at the meet&great of the Killing Joke concert at the Plaza Condesa in Mexico City on September 21, 2018. The staff was very kind when they greeted us in the dressing room. He personally opened a wine and served it to those of us who were visiting. I made a connection very quickly with him and he was the one I chatted with the most for hours. It was magical!!

2. What was the creative process like working with Jaz? How did his unique personality influence the project?

Jaz had an idea in mind and inspiration at that time of what he would like to hear in a new band and AJ and I got to work on the first tracks or demo and then showed Jaz the work, Jaz bringing ideas in a particular way to the whole gave his master touch!

3. Jaz is known for being an intense and passionate artist. How did that intensity come through in your collaboration?

Very intense, in every sense, at the time of recording or concretizing ideas and when everything was flowing, I remember Jaz dancing and enjoying the song, with his hands as if he were conducting the orchestra.

4. Did Jaz share any insights or philosophies during your time together that left a lasting impression on you?

In short, the philosophy is: Enjoy your life doing what you like.

The Recording Process

5. What was the concept or vision behind the record you worked on together?

In the talks with Jaz we only imagined the sounds in our minds sharing ideas, the concept is that we are a duo AJ and Salvador Holbox and we want to get closer to styles of music that we are happy to listen to and play live with a lineup that is part of the band.

6. Were there any challenges you faced during the recording process? How did you overcome them?

There weren't really any technical challenges, just the challenge of composing and recording what we already had in mind.

7. Can you share any memorable or unusual moments from the studio sessions with Jaz?

We were at my house and home studio to record and produce, as well as having my special guest at home for two days. At times Jaz would DJ and look for songs to listen to while we shared experiences.

8. How did Jaz’s musicianship and approach to music shape the final sound of the record?

He is a great producer and collaborated a lot in every way to help us get the sound and music to what we all expected.

Jaz as a Person

9. Jaz is known for his interest in esoteric ideas and global cultures. Did any of these interests come into play during your collaboration?

Those ideas were a great influence, it is the inspiration to make those feelings and ideas felt within the music.

10. Can you describe Jaz's working style? How did he communicate or lead during the project?

He likes to do things on the fly and quickly, always contributing.

11. Did you get to see Jaz outside of the studio? If so, what was he like in a more personal setting?

Jaz personally is a very fun and interesting person, always kind, a great friend!!

Legacy and Reflection

12. Looking back, how do you feel about the record you created together?

A great life experience

13. Has your collaboration with Jaz influenced your career or approach to music?

Yes, I learned a lot from the philosophy of life and music and how to get to the sound you have in your head.

14. If given the opportunity, would you work with Jaz again? Why or why not?

I would like to see Jaz again to share with him and be able to collaborate, it is always exciting.

15. What do you think makes Jaz such an enduring and influential figure in music?

That he is a visionary, since he was young.

Behind-the-Scenes Stories

16. Are there any stories or moments from your time with Jaz that most people wouldn’t know about?

I can only say that it is great to meet him personally!!

17. Was there a moment during the collaboration where you felt you truly understood Jaz as a person or artist?

Yes, because we have similar tastes and ideas converge!

Klek working on a new album:

Creative Process

1. What inspired you to start working on this album?

For many years I have wanted to make songs with that sound.

2. How would you describe the overall theme or concept of the album?

It is a type of industrial post punk, with sounds with a post-apocalyptic intention.

3. Are there any particular emotions or messages you’re aiming to convey through this project?

Melancholy and energy.

4. Can you share how your approach to this album differs from your previous work?

I hadn't been composing much in recent years but this new work is more organic and rough than other previous works.

Songwriting and Composition

5. What’s your process for writing songs? Do you start with lyrics, melodies, or something else?

always with some rhythm or melody.

6. Are there any new instruments, sounds, or techniques you’re experimenting with on this album?

Synthesizers.

7. Have you collaborated with other artists, producers, or writers on this project? If so, how have they influenced the work?

We only worked with Jaz at the beginning and now it's just A.J. and I working on new songs, always with Jaz's advice.

8. Can you describe any specific track on the album that stands out to you and why?

Missiles Fly was the first song released and it gave us the feeling that it would be the right direction for the band.

Recording Process

9. Where are you recording the album, and why did you choose that location?

In AJ's studio the instruments are recorded and in my house Cymatic Studio the mix and other arrangements and mastering, we do it that way because we want to do it all ourselves.

10. How has the recording process been so far? Any challenges or surprises?

The process has been one of much learning, the challenge is to obtain the sound that we always look for for each song.

11. Are you aiming for a particular sound or production style on this album?

We want to focus on organic and a modern sound.

12. Are there any moments or performances on the album you’re especially proud of?

We are proud of all the songs we wrote, both in their execution and ideas.

Personal and Artistic Growth

13. How does this album reflect where you are in life right now?

I am in the best moment with more experience and with the desire to always make music.

14. What have you learned about yourself as an artist while creating this album?

That patience and communication is the secret

15. Are there any themes or ideas you’ve explored in this project that you’ve never tackled before?

have an original style without falling into fashion trends

Audience and Expectations

16. What do you hope listeners take away from this album?

that they can listen to honest songs

17. Do you feel pressure to meet certain expectations, or are you focused more on personal expression?

We are focused on expressing what we feel

18. How do you think your fans will react to this album compared to your previous work?

They are reacting very well as it is something that many people expect.

Future Plans

19. Do you have a release timeline in mind for the album?

We don't have a date set for it yet, while we are producing more songs and preparing live performances which is a challenge.

20. Are you planning to release singles, videos, or other content leading up to the album’s release?

So far we have released 4 singles with very good reviews and soon we will also release videos

21. Do you anticipate touring or performing to support the album?

As soon as we have the set ready for live we will organize a tour