And so lying underneath those stormy skies, she’d say, “Oh, ohohohoh, I know the sun must set to rise.”
January 2012
February 5th
Someone needs to hold me responsible for that date.
Tyler's sick Twitter Q&A for anyone who missed it.
- Tyler: Hey all! im sick.... wanna have a fan q&a? i'll start answering questions in 20min...tweet me, make em good!
- @500daysofpizza: When you walk into a room, what song would you want to be played?
- Tyler: Don't Dream, It's Over by Crowded House
- @MohawkMorgan: What is a recent guilty pleasure of yours?!
- Tyler: Rewatching seasons of The Hills
- @salinasrdz: could we consider "everybody talks" sounds like all the new album? or it will be different
- Tyler: No. The album is very different
- @specialsami: fav song to sing? NT or in general?
- Tyler: Human Nature by Michael Jackson is a fave
- @jenniferhambro: What is your favorite t.v. show?
- Tyler: Chelsea Lately
- @DaveTweetsStuff: Did you enjoy performing in Ames last year? I loved watching you guys!
- Tyler: Loved ames iowa!
- @ValKaps: did you play any sports in high school?
- Tyler: Nope!
- @deannsprankle: there's a chance you're coming back to Bali? We miss you already!
- Tyler: I hope 2012 brings us back there!
- @mollymisery: it's the zombie apocalypse, you can only have 5 villains/superheroes on your team. CHOOSE WISELY.
- Tyler: Batman, freddy krueger, spawn, storm and jeff bridges
- @stupidhipster15: Favorite Vegan recipe??
- Tyler: My Vegan queso or my Shepard's pie
- @lindsXIX: WHEN IS THE NEW ALBUM COMING OUT?! Dying for new music!
- Tyler: March/april!
- @AndynBVB: who's your favorite musician?
- Tyler: @neonbmc @elainetrees @ChrisCordley
- @jenniferhambro: what are you looking forward to most this year?
- Tyler: Right now its getting PICTURE SHOW finished and released!
- @TashiaTaylor: What is an important goal you have personally for 2012 and a goal you hope for NT to achieve?
- Tyler: I want to adopt a new dog and i want to grow NT
- @McKenna_Bean: How would you sum up your new album Picture Show in one word?
- Tyler: CINEMATIC
- @raul_shameless: are you coming to Austin for SXSW again?
- Tyler: Yes
- @stupidhipster15: Favorite album of 2011??
- Tyler: GOTYE MAKING MIRRORS
- @ATXRunGurl: Is new album gonna be released at same time as @sxsw again??
- Tyler: Pretty close
- @noveeta: or maybe.. why no chick yet? :p so many dying out there ahaha.
- Tyler: How do u know i don't!
- @FamousKittie: what current song is ur most played on ur ipod - or cd n ur car?
- Tyler: Penguin Prison's dont f**k with my money
- @AndynBVB: do you believe in God?
- Tyler: Yes
- @Omar23ponch: you owe me a movie in Murrieta, when you gonna pay up? Jk feel better man!
- Tyler: Movie znd in n out!
- @chrisperez: Any 90s music you can recommend?
- Tyler: First @3eb record
- @batbrit: what record are you anticipating the most in 2012?
- Tyler: Picture Show by Neon Trees!
- @mychemicalerik: What is your favorite cologne?
- Tyler: Burberry Brit and D&G light blue!
- @SaintMarc6: Just got called to Omaha, Nebraska. What's it like? Any advice?
- Tyler: Love the wonderful people! Its great anx simple there
- @rockinsarah: Describe the new album in 3 words
- Tyler: Cinematic, dynamic, soulful
- @SuzieTO: I listen to you when I work out. What do you listen to when you work out? #probablynotme
- Tyler: Lots of @elliegoulding lately
- @editorialism: How personal is NT's new record? Do you have a favorite track yet?
- Tyler: Extremely honest and personal. Some lyrics still nervous to reveal! But proud. Yes i have a favorite right now
- @jenniferhambro: any movie you are anticipating most in 2012?
- Tyler: Dark knight rises like everyone on the planet!
- @FuckYesTyler: are there high chances of still getting to meet you guys after shows in the future?
- Tyler: Yes!
- @MaddieTheGinger: if you could or listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
- Tyler: If i could have the 4th side of louder than bombs on vinyl, id be fine
- @noDUHitsSam: What inspired you to start making music?
- Tyler: My grandpa and my friend sean
- @misslilyflower: what is your favorite glassjaw song?
- Tyler: "the number no good things can come of" or tip your bartender
- @IHeartUnicorns0: Do you ever wish your band was more popular?
- Tyler: All in due time. Rather have a nice long career than a flash in the pan FAME IS DEAD
- @UnisWorld: aw, get well soon! I know you don't really like the Pop genre, but, which pop artistes' music do you dig and respect? :)
- Tyler: I love pop. @kelly_clarkson for eva yo!
- @fireflynoble: What's your favourite thing to do on days off?
- Tyler: Cook!
- @ShineLikeGoldxo: if you were able to known any other language just like that, which would it be? Why?
- Tyler: Japanese so i can move there
- @MohawkMorgan: I must know...what are you planning on doing with your hair next?
- Tyler: Top Secret!
- @MCRSaintJimmy: if you were a superhero what would your name be?
- Tyler: How bout you name me
- @Mattie714: I'm a baker, so what's your fav snack/treat?
- Tyler: Make it vegan and ill eat it!
- @Gavinknewman: if you could have one musical legends, creativity for one day. Who would it be? Dead or alive.
- Tyler: Depeche Mode during the recording of Black Celebration
- @HeavyMetalJudas: what is the most personal thing you could say about the next album/ what is the most important theme on the album????
- Tyler: Its very fearless. Im more fearless. The me i am live is on this record. Themes of vanity, youth, sanctity of marriage, death of fame.
- @lnrin951: Why did u shave your hair?
- Tyler: A little regrowth while on a break from the road never hurt no one eh?
- @TashiaTaylor: what do you miss most about touring?
- Tyler: The show! Everything...i miss playing live. Very ancy!
- @i_am_apt: what was the first album you purchased with your own money?
- Tyler: Hmmmm i honestly think it was the goofy movie soundtrack...
- @deandra26: when do we get to hear the song u recorded with Black Cards?
- Tyler: Lets ask @petewentz!
- @MichelleMcCone: Ok I have a better question ^.^how often to you visit your home town ? &what;are the odds of you having a concert near home?(:
- Tyler: Not too often! I wish we could play Close to home
- @melissa42325: Please feel better! <3 Are you going to make video updates of the new album like you did with Habits?
- Tyler: They are coming yes!
- @timdrake: what is the best advice you have for aspiring entertainers to get their name out there?
- Tyler: Hustle it! Play everywhere and never feel entitled
- @rockinsarah: what was the most recent item you bought?
- Tyler: A rad new synth from sweden!
- @rockinsarah: when can we see the photos you took at the Your Surrender video shoot?? I'm in a couple of those. :)
- Tyler: I need to post those!
- @VolcanoIceLuv3: Can we expect "Weekend" on "Picture Show"?
- Tyler: Anythings possible
- @NeonPocketSize: Why are you such a fashion God? You're always lookin' rad. ;)
- Tyler: In my blood BB
- @MarkellSteele: Fave band you've toured with so far and why?
- Tyler: Civil Twilight and MCR
- @AfiqBrotherbear: you rocked Singapore last year man! Any chance you coming back?
- Tyler: I hope so!
- @thisisrossryan: how do you know @DallonWeekes?
- Tyler: Old old friend
- @hollymadison: last i heard, Chelsea was gogo-ing at The Golden Gate
- Tyler: I bet she still is too!
- @priscillaguilar: celebrity crush?
- Tyler: Zach galifianakis
- @irvan_sp: what do you think about Indonesia? Bali?
- Tyler: Truly love it!
- @TashiaTaylor: Okay, who snores the loudest on the tour bus? haha :P
- Tyler: Dave!
- @GanangWaswes: your fav football club?
- Tyler: I dont even know what this means!
- @ReadingAboutYou: what's your fav new scary movie that's out right now?
- Tyler: Loved insidious!
- @Seaicilin: so...after this last tour....what's your fave @duranduran song?
- Tyler: Planet Earth or Ordinary World were always perfect
- @RunRun_BunnyRun: will PICTURE SHOW be more similar or different to HABITS...musically, lyrically....
- Tyler: Not the same record but very NEON TREES
- @noDUHitsSam: Will you be coming back to Columbus, OH anytime soon?
- Tyler: Love playing there
- @NeonPocketSize: Will you guys be coming back to Orlando? (please say yes, please say yes, please say yes)
- Tyler: Count on it
- @nikkipatftw: do you think you guys will ever come over to scotland for a gig?
- Tyler: Loved playing there, we want to return
- @AfiqBrotherbear: mind giving a shoutout to your fans in Singapore?
- Tyler: Eat some kaya toast for me!
- @NyanNyanConner: do you play video games? Favorite video game?
- Tyler: Im very simple and love atari
- @shekinahandsuch: Where do you find your inspiration when writing songs like Farther Down?
- Tyler: My deepest darkest weakest moments
- @fire_girl_14: totally behind the 8 ball busy studying but if music never came through for you what would you have picked for a career?
- Tyler: Have no idea!!
- @Kiersuccess: Are you going to have a CD signing in NJ/NY? Also, what's your take on @thescript? Do you listen to them?
- Tyler: We opened for the script about 4 years ago. They were kind dudes
- @fireflynoble: Also! Are you one of too many people scared of being/performing in Detroit?
- Tyler: No way! ;)
- @everybody_talks: are any of the songs on picture show songs that you thought might not have made it on the record?
- Tyler: Yes!
- @J2theDW: Do u remember our high school choir trip to Great America? I could share more details but I wont shock with my freakish memory
- Tyler: Haha love it
- @bigoak182: of your four band members, the only two i haven't met are you and @elainetrees .. will this change next time i see you?
- Tyler: Lets plan on it
- @Khachatour: you guys rocked at 1077 the end's summer camp. Would you consider doing it again? Seattle crowd misses all of you.
- Tyler: I lovr seattle crowds...some of the best
- @RunRun_BunnyRun: r u planning any "secret" smaller shows?
- Tyler: Ur getting warmer...
- @Starryknight22: Do you like Cirque de Soleil?????
- Tyler: Just saw them, fantastic
- @amberbotdfmcr: do you remmeber me ? we use to talk alot on twitter and in chicago i told you i love you you said love you too
- Tyler: I dont forget...
- @GetUpAndSass: How many pairs of shoes do you have?..probably an ungodly amount lol
- Tyler: Oh man i have a real addiction
- @vandreyy: cereal or salad?
- Tyler: If its fruity pebbles count me in
- @SerJeeOh: Will You Marry Me.
- Tyler: Dinner first?
- @MikeysUnicorn31: is there anything better then hearing a crowd sing your lyrics back to you?
- Tyler: Its very hard to match that sensation
- @CrazyLilManiac: are you guys coming back to Rhode Island when you go back on tour? I'm dying to see you again and give you your jacket.
- Tyler: We will be back in 2012
- @madieelaine: What is your favorite vegan restaurant in ATL?
- Tyler: R Thomas Deluxe!
- @BShrum31: you ever punch a unicorn in the face?
- Tyler: Its on my bucket list
- @akashathedamned: who is your favorite duran duran member. (Everyone has one) :)
- Tyler: Partial to @SimonJCLeBON
- @everybody_talks: would you consider high school the "best time of your life?" or at least one of the best?
- Tyler: No
- @thesweetcharade: Are we going to get the new record in Australia around the same time as the US?
- Tyler: You better be!
- @GCValerieTRC: idk if you remember me...I was your first fan phone call in an interview ever. I asked you about the album art :)
- Tyler: I absolutely do!
- @CodyRigby: If you could kiss any cody, which one would it be and why?
- Tyler: When we dated we kissed all the tine, stop forgetting
- @liber8edlobster: speaking of dinner...are you in LA this weekend? come pig out at doomies with me, yeah?
- Tyler: Ohhhhh that sounds very good
- @erikacanfly: ppl like to poke fun at WI but you rocked hard with us at Summerfest'11 Milwaukee. will you back me up? we know how to party!
- Tyler: I love milwaukee shows
- @auniauno: why you no say hello and xoxo for us Malaysian fans? Why? Why?
- Tyler: I love KL and all our malay fans!
- @vanoakes: I miss tidal wave!
- Tyler: Yeah! Post goes craazzay
- @PumaQ: biggest preconception you had about the corporate Music business? Have you had to bend the vision for a mutated system?
- Tyler: Such a pretty smarty
- @rockinsarah: What do you do with all the items fans give you? Do you have a closet large enough?
- Tyler: Keep everything, alot on my moms walls
- @CoKaneFriendly: Besides the people, what do you miss most about Provo?
- Tyler: Adam
- @PumaQ: @TheRaggedPriest please please please bring back the vintage green studded German flag shirt!!!!
- Tyler: Ps i own this one!
- @PumaQ: biggest preconception you had about the corporate Music business? Have you had to bend the vision for a mutated system?
- Tyler: Its a veru scary world...but yes you can make it. Just need to see it all years before the presenr..and own every move you make
- Tyler: U all make me feel Rad and I thank u for all the questions. Medicine kicking in! Feel better Tyler, oh wait that's me...GOODNIGHT
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I wanted to write down my thoughts as a another year comes to a close and share with you some of the amazing things I was able to do, see and learn in 2011.
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