Joey Santiago: Pixies Guitarist reflects on the band's success, their upcoming NZ tour

Pixies changed the alternative rock game forever.  The legendary band out of Boston, Massachusetts has been credited by the likes of Kurt Cobain for their off the wall, guitar shredding influence.  And they’re making their way back to our shores soon with a very special set of shows.   Pixies are playing two nights each in Auckland and Wellington – one night showcasing the entirety of Bossanova and Trompe Le Monde, and the other a collection of their greatest hits.  The reason behind the two shows, guitarist Joey Santiago explained to Jack Tame, is twofold.  “First of all, selfishly for me, we get to stay in the same city twice,” he said.  “And I get to look around and relax, you know, so that’s good for us.”  The other reason caters to the fans, who Santiago says will be able to experience two different shows if they choose to go to both.   It’s been over 30 years since the release of both Bossanova and Trompe Le Monde, but in Santiago’s opinion, they got them right the first time.    “Every time we make a record, I’m proud of it,” Santiago explains.  “After a while, when I get home I go, god damn ... did I do everything I can? Did I give it 100%?”  “And I do, but it’s like, y’know, what’s more than 100%?”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.