Gary James' Interview With Doug Lee and Ed Aborn Of
Siren



They formed in 1981 in Brandon, Florida. Starting out, they played cover tunes, but three years later they made the move to perform their own material. Singer Doug Lee spoke with us about his group, Siren, along with drummer Ed Aborn.

Q - Doug, what is this "Screw 'em all" attitude that you adopted to survive in the Los Angeles commercial bar circuit?

A - Basically, if they don't like what we play, fuck it then! Surprisingly, this works well.

Q - What is the Metal scene like in the Tampa Bay area?

A - There are many Metal bands in Tampa. However, only a handful are somewhat talented. That handful is usually starving because Tampa clubs don't really support Metal.

Q - Why did you wait until 1984 before you started writing original material?

A - We were trying to develop a unique style.

Q - Why didn't the original Siren stay together?

A - I guess the band was too demanding and the pressures were great. I've sharpened my double-edge axe for years just for people that didn't give 100% to Siren.

Q - Are you closer to inking a record deal at this point?

A - I should think so! I don't see it as close or far though, only signed or unsigned.

Q - Ed, you've logged something like 180 hours in the studio and appeared on three albums. Anything we would recognize?

A - Mainly local talent and original work. Actually more than 180 hours total before Siren. The time was mainly stand-in for other musicians and specialty work, you know. Ingenious, outrageous things that only I could come up with with. Ha ha!

Q - What does the future hold then for Siren?

A - The band is going to grow and by all means keep getting heavier. I think the show will be the ultimate selling point.

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