DEAHROCKERZ INTERVIEW 2024-2025 FINAL (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)

Hey everyone,

I hope you’re all doing well!
Today, I’m excited to share the rest of the interview featuring Karasu.
There’s a lot of fun, insight, and a few surprises in this one, so sit back and enjoy the read!

Let me know your favorite part in the comments!

• Interviewer: And you’re single, right? I’m sure your fans are dying to know.

• Karasu: Uh, well, yes. Of course, I am. There’s no way I could date with the schedule I have.

• Interviewer: That makes sense. You’re constantly on the move. Do you ever wish things were a bit slower?

• Karasu: Sometimes, yes. There are nights I wish I could just sit at home, watch bad movies with my brothers, or sleep in without thinking about soundchecks or airports. But I know this is the path I chose. And I love it, honestly. I think I'd be miserable doing anything else.

• Interviewer: You’ve been in the spotlight since you were a teenager. How have you stayed grounded?

• Karasu: laugh softly, My family. Without question. If I ever start acting like I’m above anyone, one of them will knock me back down to earth real quick. Especially Satsujin, he’s got no filter. He’ll just look at me and go, “You’re not special. Take the trash out.” And he's right. I think that’s the balance I need.

• Interviewer: Satsujin sounds like a character. Are you two really that close?

• Karasu: Very. I think people can tell by now. He’s not just my brother. He’s my best friend. We fight, sure. But we always come back to each other. I don’t think I’d be where I am without him.

• Interviewer: If you weren’t doing music, what do you think you’d be doing?

• Karasu: Probably something behind the scenes. Producing, maybe. Or designing album covers. I love art. Or… maybe I’d run a little music store or bookstore somewhere quiet. I think about that sometimes when things get overwhelming. A soft, quiet life.

• Interviewer: That’s very lyrical.

• Karasu: I get that a lot. I blame middle child syndrome.

• Interviewer: Speaking of art, you’ve mentioned you love fashion, and you’ve even done a few collabs. Any plans to release your own line someday?

• Karasu: Maybe. I've been sketching ideas and collecting references, but I want it to mean something. Not just merch with my name slapped on it. I want it to reflect the things that shaped me, like my brothers, our upbringing, our little traditions.

• Interviewer: You really don’t like making things all about yourself, do you?

• Karasu: I don’t know. I just think it’s more meaningful when you remember where you came from. This industry can make you forget, fast. But I always want to be someone my family can be proud of. Someone I can be proud of, years from now.

• Interviewer: That’s beautiful. And, just for the fans, describe your ideal partner.

• Karasu: laughs, a bit shy, Ah… someone patient. Someone who understands silence. I don’t talk much when I’m overwhelmed, and I tend to keep things in. But if someone’s okay just sitting with me, no pressure, that’s more than enough. I think love is quiet, not loud.

• Interviewer: You’ve officially melted every heart in the room.

• Karasu: I hope not. I’d feel bad.

• Interviewer: You mentioned you're single because of your schedule, but I must ask, do you have a type?

• Karasu: laughs quietly, I knew this question was coming.

• Interviewer: You can’t blame me. The fans need to know.

• Karasu: Alright, alright… I don’t know if I have a type in the usual sense. I think I’m more drawn to energy than appearance. If someone feels calm to be around, if I can breathe when I’m with them, that’s something rare.

• Interviewer: So, someone low-key?

• Karasu: Not necessarily quiet, but grounded. I tend to live in my head a lot, so being around someone who reminds me to come back to the present is… comforting. I admire people who are kind, even when they don’t need to be. And people who are a little strange. I think I like strange.

• Interviewer: Strange in what way?

• Karasu: smiling, The good kind. The kind where they do things just because it makes them happy, not because it’s cool or expected. Like collecting matchboxes or talking to their plants. Just… people who are themselves, completely.

• Interviewer: That’s incredibly specific, and I know your fans are scribbling notes right now.

• Karasu: laughs, Please don’t change yourselves for me. If I ever do fall for someone, it’ll be because they didn’t try to be anyone else.

• Interviewer: That’s a lovely answer. Sounds like you value sincerity more than anything.

• Karasu: I do. Especially in this world. It's easy to get lost behind masks. I want something real, even if it’s a little  messy.

• Interviewer: Alright, we’re moving into the fan-submitted section now. We picked a few questions at random. Ready?

• Karasu: As ready as I’ll ever be.

• Interviewer: First one says, “If your personality were a season, which would it be and why?”

• Karasu: Huh... that’s a good one. I’d say early autumn. Quiet, a little chilly, but not cold. Soft light, long shadows. There’s something reflective about it. I feel like I live in that space most days.

• Interviewer: That’s very poetic.

• Karasu: I warned you.

• Interviewer: Next question, “What’s one thing you always travel with, no matter what?”

• Karasu: A picture of my mommy and my journal. I’m always scribbling down things, lyrics, dreams, and overheard conversations. If I lose it, I panic a little. It’s like a second brain.

• Interviewer: “Do you believe in love at first sight?”

• Karasu: Mm… I believe in curiosity at first sight. That feeling when someone walks in and something about them makes the world go quiet. Love takes time, I think. But the spark? Yeah. I’ve felt that.

• Interviewer: Alright, here’s one that made us laugh, “Would you ever date a fan?”

• Karasu: laughs, a bit flustered, I get asked that a lot. Honestly… I think it depends on the person. If we met and connected naturally, and they just happened to be one of my fans, I wouldn't rule it out. But if it was only based on what they think they know about me, that’s different. I’m not the same person on stage as I am when I’m just… home.

• Interviewer: That’s fair. Okay, next one’s bold, “What do you look like when you wake up?”

• Karasu: groans dramatically, Horrible. Absolutely tragic. I look like I lost a fight with my pillow. Hair everywhere. My eyes are half open. And I move like a ghost for the first hour.

• Interviewer: laughs, I’m sure your fans would still think you’re adorable.

• Karasu: That’s very kind of them, but I promise, morning Karasu is not a rock star.

• Interviewer: Last one— “What’s something you’ve never said out loud, until now?”

• Karasu: …Wow. That’s a heavy one.

• Interviewer: We can skip it if you want.

• Karasu: No, it’s okay. I think… I’ve never said how scared I am to let people down. Not just fans, but my family. My bandmates. I carry that around more than I show. I smile a lot, but it doesn’t mean I don’t feel pressure. I just… try to turn that fear into something beautiful.

• Interviewer: That’s incredibly brave to share. Thank you for being so open.

• Karasu: Thank you for asking such thoughtful questions.

• Interviewer: You mentioned your bandmates earlier, Reon and Rinski, right? They’re both older than you, but you’re the leader of the group. What’s that dynamic like?

• Karasu: smiles, Chaotic. But in the best way. Reon and Rinski are like more older brothers I didn’t ask for, but now I couldn’t live without.

• Interviewer: Is it ever hard leading people older than you?

• Karasu: At first, yeah. I was really hesitant. I thought, Who am I to take charge? But they’re the ones who insisted on it. They said I had the clearest vision for what the band should be. They trusted me before I trusted myself.

• Karasu: We still argue, of course. Reon’s the loud one. He’ll challenge every idea just to see if I can stand by it. Rinski’s quieter but scarier. He’ll just stare until I rethink everything. laughs But they always have my back. That means everything.

• Interviewer: So even though you’re the youngest, they respect you as the leader?

• Karasu: They do. And I respect them just as much. We all bring something different to the table. I’m good at direction, Reon is amazing with live energy and crowd connection, and Rinski has an ear for details no one else notices. They don’t follow me because I’m the youngest or the frontman, but they follow because we believe in the same thing.

• Interviewer: That’s powerful. Do you guys spend time together outside of music?

• Karasu: All the time. We travel together, eat together, sometimes even crash in the same rooms on tour if it’s late. Reon and Rinski tease me constantly, especially about interviews like this. I can already hear them making fun of my answers later.

• Interviewer: laughs , What would they say?

• Karasu: Reon would probably go, “There he goes again, being mysterious and poetic.” And Rinski would just raise an eyebrow like, “You’re not that deep, bro.”

• Interviewer: laughs, So they keep you humble.

• Karasu: Yes, I would say so. But I love them for it. They’re more than bandmates at this point, they’re family. I trust them with everything.

• Interviewer: That really comes through. You seem like someone who doesn’t let people in easily, but once they’re in, it’s for life.

• Karasu: That’s true. I don’t give pieces of myself to just anyone. But when I do, it’s permanent.

• Interviewer: Karasu, you’ve been very open about your love for your family, but we did get a few fan questions asking about the Tanaka name specifically.

• Karasu: pauses slightly, …Oh?

• Interviewer: Well, there have been rumors floating around for years. Some say the Tanaka family has… ties to the underworld. Yakuza, to be exact. Do you want to address that?

• Karasu: smiles politely, composed I get asked that from time to time. Look, the Tanaka family is… large. Complicated. We’ve been around for generations. Naturally, people talk.

• Karasu: But the truth is, our family is involved in a lot of legitimate businesses. Real estate, import/export, security. My grandfather built those from the ground up. We’ve worked hard for what we have.

• Interviewer: So, the rumors aren’t true?

• Karasu: shrugs lightly, People like drama. The idea of a rock star with some crime dynasty background is fun to write about, right? Makes a better headline than “Karasu’s family owns warehouses and a logistics company.” chuckles

• Interviewer: You’re not denying it outright though.

• Karasu: I’m saying… we’re not what people think we are. My brothers and I grew up going to school, playing in the yard, eating my mom’s great cooking. We're just people. I try to keep my personal life out of the spotlight for a reason.

• Interviewer: Understandable. But with someone like your brother Satsujin often being seen with you, and let’s just say, he has a certain look, it’s no surprise fans are curious.

• Karasu: Yeah. Satsu does have a very... intense energy. But he’s protective. He’s just always been like that. He’s the kind of person who’d walk through fire to keep the people he loves safe. That can be misread by the public, especially if they’re looking for something sinister.

• Interviewer: You’re very good at dodging without really dodging.

• Karasu: smirking, Comes with the last name. Some things are better left as family matters. I’m here as Karasu, the artist. That’s who I want people to focus on.

• Interviewer: Fair enough. Though I’m guessing that just made the mystery deeper for some people.

• Karasu: laughs softly Probably. But if the mystery sells albums, I won’t complain.

• Interviewer: Alright, this one comes up a lot in the fan submissions, so I must ask, how does someone get into one of your after-show parties? Word is, they’re almost impossible to get into.

• Karasu: laughs, rubbing the back of his neck Yeah… we’ve heard the rumors.

• Interviewer: So? Is there a secret password? Some underground invite list?

• Karasu: Honestly, it’s a bit more complicated than that. Our team is very careful about who attends. It’s not because we’re trying to be exclusive for the sake of being exclusive. It’s also for safety. Ours, and theirs.

• Interviewer: What do you mean?

• Karasu: Before anyone’s invited, whether it’s a guest, a collaborator, or even some of the staff, they must go through a full screening process. There’s paperwork, background checks, medical clearances. We’ve had a few… incidents in the past that made us rethink how we do things. So now, we take it seriously.

• Interviewer: Medical clearances?

• Karasu: Yeah. I know that probably sounds intense, but when you’re dealing with high-pressure environments, closed spaces, and a lot of personalities in one room, it’s important. We just want to make sure everyone is safe, healthy, and has good intentions walking in. No drama. No weird surprises. Just a good time with good people.

• Interviewer: So, the average fan can’t just walk up and charm their way in?

• Karasu: laughs, Not unless their charm comes with a clean medical file and a three-step vetting process. But we do host public meetups and Q&As sometimes. Those are way easier to get into.

• Interviewer: Still sounds like there’s a bit of a mythos around those parties.

• Karasu: That’s fair. They do tend to feel like another world. But that’s by design. After we’ve poured everything into a performance, it’s nice to have a space that feels sealed off. Quiet, even if the music’s loud.

• Interviewer: And are Reon and Rinski just as strict?

• Karasu: Oh, they’re worse. Reon’s the one who usually says no. Rinski doesn’t even say anything, he just looks at people, and they turn around on their own.

• Interviewer: We’re almost out of time, Karasu. Before we let you go, is there anything you want to share with your fans?

• Karasu: Absolutely. First, I just want to say thank you, to everyone who’s supported us from the beginning and to the new listeners joining along the way. Your energy means everything to us.

• Karasu: Also… we’re excited to finally announce that our new album will be dropping in just a few weeks. It’s been a long journey making this one. Reon, Rinski, and I put our hearts into every track.

• Karasu: This album is about my growth, struggle, and finding light in dark places. We can’t wait for you to hear it.

• Interviewer: That’s amazing! Can you give us a sneak peek about the style or themes?

• Karasu: It’s a bit rawer, a bit more honest. We experimented with some new sounds but kept that core energy our fans know us for. Every song tells a story. I hope it feels like a conversation between us and everyone listening.

• Interviewer: I’m sure your fans are already counting down the days. What’s next for Karasu and the band after the album release?

• Karasu: More live shows, more connecting with fans. We want to keep pushing boundaries and growing together. And… maybe, just maybe, a few more after-show parties. But only for those who pass the vetting process. laughs

• Interviewer: laughs, Sounds like a plan. Thanks so much for your time today, Karasu.

• Karasu: Thank you. It was a pleasure.

Thank you for reading!