Fans these days seem to almost expect a response from band-members any time they tweet or leave a comment etc.
Beau BokanFor me personally, Blink-182 has been a big influence. Just seeing them way back in the day play little shows and start from a garage band to where they are now, makes me believe anything is possible if you truly want it and commit your life to it.
Beau BokanI think it's important to have a consistent communication with the fans but I don't think it should be expected.
Beau BokanI had a vision of what it would look like if like seventy people at the same time went nuts and sprayed water everywhere.
Beau BokanSocial networking, I believe, has completely changed the relationship between band-members and fans.
Beau BokanThe fact that our message and my lyrics can have a positive impact on someone's life is really astounding. It definitely makes me appreciate what I do even more because I'm not just doing it for self-gain, I'm doing it to help others.
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