Big Day Out Interview :: Northlane

L-R: Nic Pettersen, Jon Deiley and Adrian Fitipaldes of Northlane :: Photo by Bernie Burke Jon Deiley started messing around with songwriting on his guitar, by himself in the beginning. “I just started writing music in the old bedroom..and now we’re here,” he says of his history as a musician. “No previous bands. This is my first band.” Adrian Fitipaldes, like a good frontman should, interjects where appropriate. “Everyone wants a part of his music. That’s why we’re in his band.” This instantly sends the mood goofy. “Yeah, I brought everyone together and now we’re a happy family,” grins Deiley. It’s obvious these dudes have plenty of time for friendship amongst their more serious business. “He is the creative genius behind Northlane,” adds drummer Nic Pettersen, with a smile expanding at the same rate Deiley’s face is turning red. Pettersen was poached from his original band, Mace, after they supported Northlane on their very first tour. (Not during that actual tour, but he joined the band on their next tour as a result of the initial meeting.) Not bothered about small details though, Pettersen leaps to continue the joking vibe they have going. “I’ve been drumming for 15 or so [...]