Q) How did the band get their name?

A) Shimon [Moore] thought of it on a train on his way to his dad's home. When he got up there, his dad had actually thought of the same name, as well. We were in the process of trying to find a name for the band and we had a whole list. Because he and his father had thought of the same name independently of each other we thought it was a bit of a coincidence and a bit of a sign. So, we picked it. We always meant to change it, but never did. It just kind of stuck.

Q) How would you describe your sound?

A) We're rock alternative with a little bit of pop in there. Ultimately, we're a live band. We pride ourselves on having a good live show and we're still trying to keep that going.

Q) Who are some of the band's musical influences?

A) We started the band because of the Australian band Silverchair. Also, Green Day, Rage Against the Machine and Tool. Chili Peppers were really big, as well. We still like those bands, even to this day.

Q) Where did the band get the name Tri-Polar for your album?

A) A close friend of ours from Australia chose it. We had a whole list of names, like with the band's name, and this one stood out. There are three people in the band and we all have different personalities. It's also a play on the word bi-polar, which we aren't trying to make fun of in any way. It's just a play on the word. We looked it up on the net and it said, "the next level of insanity" and we thought that was pretty apt considering when we madeTri-Polar we were going crazy on the road.

Q) How did the band choose "You're Going Down" as your first single off your album Tri-Polar?

A) It actually got picked to be on a Pay-Per-View WWE event. We had done a Streetfighter 4 campaign before that with a song called "War," which is also on this album. WWE came to us and asked if we had anything more like that. We sent them some things and they liked "You're Going Down." So, they used that for their campaign. I think, after that, it sounded like a good idea to put it out as our first single.

Q) What is your favorite song to play live?

A) As far as songs on the album, I would probably say "Odd One." It's very reminiscent of when I went Shimon in high school and we started the band. We felt like outcasts and this song is about being an odd one. It's great to play at shows because people sing along and it feels good to play.

Q) Your song "Odd One" is also featured on Yahoo. How does that make you feel?

A) It's great! They picked up our single and we're really happy. It was on the Top 5 of Active Rock Radio. We are very, very happy about that. We had no idea. We thought it might go down well or it might not. It seems a lot of people like it so it's a good thing!

Q) The band worked with producers Antonina Armato and Tim James on the CD. Did the band have a hand in the producing, as well?

A) We actually worked with them on our first album, as well. Both times they were involved with the writing and the structuring. They were there as producers, but we were involved overall.

Q) What can fans expect from a live Sick Puppies' concert?

A) It's pretty much raw energy. Hopefully, you have a good time and take something away from it. It's very energetic live and raw.

Q) Why will people want to take the time to pick up your album?

A) I hope it's because they hear a song somewhere or they see a live show and they like it. I hope that they connect with the songs and the music.

Q) Where can people go online to learn more about the band?

A) They can go to http://www.sickpuppies.net or http://www.sickpuppies.com. We are also on Twitter and Facebook and they can go to http://www.myspace.com/sickpuppies.

Q) What would you like to say to everyone who is a fan and supporter of you and Sick Puppies?

A) Thank you very much for being supportive. You mean everything to us and we wouldn't be where we are without you. We hope you still like our music and still keep coming to our shows.

ALL QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY BASSIST EMMA ANZAI