Isn't the band name, "THE SLANTS" an offensive racial  slur?
Yes and no. It's amazing that the only people that seem to be offended by  this term are non-Asians! We're proud of who we are and aren't afraid to say that 'yes, we do have slanted eyes.' Although we aren't a socio-political band, we do feel strongly that Asians should be proud of their cultural heriatge, and not be offended by stereotypical descriptions. Stand proud, stand strong - it is why our strongest support comes from the Asian community itself!

What do THE SLANTS sound like?
A cross between The Faint, Joy Division, Gang of Four, Depeche Mode, and the Kill Bill soundtrack. You know: shooting & killing and sweet, sweet revenge. Occassionally, some people will say that we sound like the Asian version of The Killers.

What other bands have the members been in?
The Stivs, Son of Rust, Written in Ashes, Evening at the Black House, Lakeshore Driving, Poolside Anthem, Wester Daywick, Rockaway Teens and many more!

Where can I buy merchandise?
You can buy everything at a Slants show for a discounted price. You can also buy stuff on theslants.com and the album at Itunes, interpunk.com, cdbaby.com, amazon.com, and cdbaby.com (as well as stores around the country).

What is the best way to hear about news from THE SLANTS?
 If you have a myspace, subscribe to our blog to hear about the newest contests, shows, and releases. You can also write to theslants@theslants.com and request to be on the mailing list!

Why do you give out fortune cookies?
We're asian. We'd give away sushi, but that's more expensive and we don't  have a way to refridgerate it.

What kind of equipment do THE SLANTS use?
Aron:
Microphones: Shure, AKG, Blue and Neumann
Effects/Pedals: Digitech and Boss vocal

Simon Young:
Basses: Gibson Thunderbird bass guitar (S.Young signature model), Fender Jaguar, Eastwood Airline Bass, Eastwood Hi-Flyer bass, 1970 Westbury Track 2, Ovation custom (S. Young signature), 1960 Lotus, 1970 USSR Flyer
Amplification: Mesa Boogie M-Pulse amp, and Ampeg 4x10 HLF cab
Accessories: Dunlop (Straps, straplocks, picks), Boss bass overdrive, AKG wireless system, Furman power, Korg rack tuner. Coffin/SKB/Fender/Road Ready cases

Gaijin:
Synthesizers: Korg MS2000r, Waldorf Q, Nord Lead 2, Roland JP-8000, Alesis DM5. Other: SKB Cases, a variety of soft-synths, Oxygen MIDI controller.

Johnny:
Guitars: Gibson Les Paul, Eastwood Sidejack DLX, Gibson Firebird, Fender Stratocaster, Fender Telecaster, 1960 Hondo.
Amplification: Vox AC30, Fender Custom Shop Tonemaster head and Tonemaster 2x12 cab.
Accessories: Boss Metal Overdrive Pedal, Boss Tuner, Big Muff distotion and Dunlop (straps. straplocks, picks). Gibson cases

Jen Cho:
Korg X-50, Korg Triton LE, Nord Lead 2
Other: Korg Keytar MIDI controller, SKB Cases

AC:
Tama drums and hardware, Zildjain cymbals, Pro Mark 5A sticks

(The Slants also use a variety of additional instruments not listed. Please contact for details.)

Is the band racist for only wanting asians to join?
No.Just like a director wanting an asian actor/actress to  play the asian's role, we have a certain theme/role/image that we are trying to capture for the band. It would be like calling all girl bands sexist or political bands facists.
We're just awesome and there's nothing wrong about that!

Are THE SLANTS actually in the triad or yakuza?
THE SLANTS and our fans are a family. We do not encourage organized  crime.

How can I contact THE SLANTS?
FAQ - theslants@theslants.com
Booking - booking@theslants.com
Management - josh@rockofagency.com
Publicist - alex@inmusicwetrust.com
or fill  out our contact form.