What kind of name is Haji?

Nitronium Blood · September 27th, 2005, 04:28 AM

Seriously, what the fuck does it mean?

Also, describe to me what kind of metal you play.

Give me a good description and not a smartass one, because if I like your description I just might go out and purchase your Album(s).

Boro the Beautiful · October 14th, 2005, 06:01 PM

It used to be Haji's Kitchen... And I also would like to know origins of that?

DerekB · October 19th, 2005, 11:19 PM

The name:

Yep... started out as Haji's Kitchen. It was yet another case of a band taking a name due to a lack of superior alternatives.

Eddie (gtr player) has an affinity for Indian food (ed. note:

). Suffice to say it has a rather pronounced odor. Especially when brought into the rehearsal room as leftovers for Sunday Morning Rehearsal (also known as "Metal at 12").

Clint Barlow (our drummer at the time) walked into the room and said "Damn.. it smells like Haji's Kitchen in here".

Thus... a band name was born. I'm mostly sorry it's not a better story, truth be told.

Haji: we shortened it to Haji because most everyone referred to us as "Haji's" anyway. Which prodded the question "Haji's what, exactly?". So... we dropped the 's along with the kitchen.

What kind of band are we? Kinda depends on which disc you listen to.

The first (self titled) release back in '95 on Shrapnel is like Pantera meets King's X meets Alice in Chains with a crapload of shredding guitar solos, syncopated riffs, ensemble licks, (that'd be 2 guitars, 1 bass and the drummer doing harmony 64th note triplet runs), and some pretty amazing drumming. This is a pretty damn consistent & honest disc.

The second release, (Sucker Punch), we released on a small local independent back in '00 or '01. It's kinda scatterbrained & uneven, but there's some really bitchen stuff on the disc scattered here & there. (mostly the cool syncopated riffs)

We were exploring the idea of trying to make a living with this disc, so you'll hear some "radio intended" tracks, much less shredding overall, and only one real ensemble lick. There's only Eddie on guitar on this disc.. and there's a decent amount of industrial influence creeping in on about half the tracks.

I feel like my bass playing is quite a bit better on this disc.. (more room to play with things when you're not tied to a 2nd rhythm gtr player). and Rob is (again) his usual shredding self on the drums.

Hope this helps.. that's about as honest an answer as I've got for ya.

There really aren't any updates to speak of.. we're all busy doing other things, but are (again) tossing about the idea of recording an instrumental disc.

Derek

KillerDivine · November 29th, 2005, 04:41 PM

I like the second Haji CD...it's what I would like to call Progressive Nu-Metal and forgive me for using that term. I don't throw the term Nu-Metal around to try and say that the musical effort has been dumbed down or anything, it just has a commercial appeal. I also hear the blatant Texas blues influence in some solo's like in the track "Face Down"

I attened a Haji's Kitchen show at the Galaxy club in Dallas a few years back and I do believe Vince said it best with, "Just buy the CD, you'll love every song on it." I would even venture to say that it is an understatment.

And to actually answer the question posed...

Haji - A Muslum who has made his 1 obligatory pilgramage to Mecca.

Storm · December 11th, 2005, 11:41 PM

Hahaha that's just fuckin beautiful. A fuckin band called Haji. I'm still waiting for Nigger, Chink, Gook and Wop.

aosphoenix · December 13th, 2005, 06:38 PM

I dont even really listen to metal that often, but if its all like haji im sure as hell bout to start, haji fuckin rules, and i got their shit from an anime, searched and searched for their shit, and my friend finally found it, haji if u guys read this shit, you fucking rock!

broly · December 13th, 2005, 07:21 PM

im aosphoenix's friend who found it...it was near impossible, ive been obessed for over 5 months at this point, and today, just in the last hour, i found the website and got it, i was so overfuckingjoyed i almost gripped my hand dead.. HAJI FUCKING ROCKS, imma b listenin to this shit thru to february befoe i get tired of it...man im bout to b rockin this so hard, i just put it in my stereo and the sound hypnotised me, i was rdy to fight, i feel like i could do ne thing with this song on..shit is like crack, i was listenin to lost, damn that shit is good!! HAJI RULES MY LIFE!!!! how the hell did u all make this shit, man... the sad thing is, no even knows u guys exist, i was actually about to say the song doesnt even exist until i found it, cuz i searched every possible music provider and filesharing possible without paying for it...then all i did afte all these months was type in some key words on google, fuk me soooo hard dude, cant believe it was that simple...the words were... "rock band haji" and that shit satisfied my unquenchable thirst for the best rock on the face of this stinking planet earth...the thing that rly got me hooked was the end of dragonball z movie 8, where i couldnt understand what the lead was saying but the beat was cold as hell, and broly was beating the shit out of goku mercilessly, and rock makes anger way better...broly hit him 75 times, and man......the song just enhanced that shit beyond ne thing supernatural in this world...haji members...u guys r the fucking best, uve been in the game since the mid 90's, too bad u guys rnt doin too well and all that shit, but hey...uve always got a place in this losers heart, and ur music is fucking timeless....peace b with u. try and make a comeback...go big with it, you'll get a massive audience, trust me. and u wont b reading this cuz u havent posted since 2 years ago...wtvr.

DAVID ENGINE · December 13th, 2005, 07:30 PM

yeah man ive been into this band since they came out with the first record, 10 years on and im STILL not sick of it! i fucking love it...man, "Quench" what a chooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnn! the riff in that is absolutely ace

DerekB · December 13th, 2005, 10:08 PM

STORM: DUDE! That post is funny as shit... I laughed my ass off at that. Only difference is, Haji isn't really a derogatory term like the others you mentioned.

AOSPHOENIX & BROLY: Glad you guys dig it... even after all this time, it's still cool to hear.

I think I'm the only one who reads it, but yea.. I try to keep up with the boards every so often. (hell..I pay for it, might as well try & post now & then)

The chances of future Haji material are almost nil at this point.

Eddie has taken to the management side of things, working with a pretty amazingly talented 15 year old girl (www.cheyennekimball.us). There'll be an MTV reality show about her on the air early next spring I think. This sort of thing really allows him no time at all to explore his own musical future. Her debut album and all associated opportunities would have to bomb completely and force him into another line of work staying here in town in order for Haji to move forward again... and that ain't gonna happen.

Rob & I are working together on a couple of other projects. Our busiest thing is a band called Somsara (www.somsara.com, or www.myspace.com/somsara). We've also done a recording project that now just lacks mastering (I think). It's pretty much a straight up prog disc.. with Michael Harris on gtr, Ted Leonard (Enchant) on vocals and Bobby Williamson (Outworld) pitching in some keyboard solos. We have no idea who'll be distributing this yet, but it's turned out to be damned cool... I can't wait to hear the finished product.

DAVID: yea, Quench was always one of my faves too... seemed to rotate between that & Images mostly.

DAVID ENGINE · December 14th, 2005, 06:34 PM

yeah they were my two favourites along with altered mind aswell. just wondering if youve had a chance to check out NERVE ENGINE yet id really like any advice or thoughts you have, i keep meaning to email eddie to tell him we have new stuff up but as hes so busy i dont want to bother him

DAVID ENGINE · December 14th, 2005, 06:34 PM

oh its www.myspace.com/nerveengine

September 27th, 2005, 04:28 AM	#1 (permalink)
Nitronium Blood UM BOARDS' JESTER Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Marchin' up and down the scqaiya. Posts: 2,420	What kind of name is Haji? Seriously, what the fuck does it mean? Also, describe to me what kind of metal you play. Give me a good description and not a smartass one, because if I like your description I just might go out and purchase your Album(s). __________________ [To create a better world, we need more capitalists. ]

October 14th, 2005, 06:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
Boro the Beautiful Midnight Rider Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Banjaluka - Bosnia & Herzegowina Posts: 254	It used to be Haji's Kitchen... And I also would like to know origins of that? __________________ My friend, a guitar freak: http://www.milking-rosewood.com/

October 19th, 2005, 11:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
DerekB Have Gun, Will Travel Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Москва, Россия Posts: 54	The name: Yep... started out as Haji's Kitchen. It was yet another case of a band taking a name due to a lack of superior alternatives. Eddie (gtr player) has an affinity for Indian food (ed. note: ). Suffice to say it has a rather pronounced odor. Especially when brought into the rehearsal room as leftovers for Sunday Morning Rehearsal (also known as "Metal at 12"). Clint Barlow (our drummer at the time) walked into the room and said "Damn.. it smells like Haji's Kitchen in here". Thus... a band name was born. I'm mostly sorry it's not a better story, truth be told. Haji: we shortened it to Haji because most everyone referred to us as "Haji's" anyway. Which prodded the question "Haji's what, exactly?". So... we dropped the 's along with the kitchen. What kind of band are we? Kinda depends on which disc you listen to. The first (self titled) release back in '95 on Shrapnel is like Pantera meets King's X meets Alice in Chains with a crapload of shredding guitar solos, syncopated riffs, ensemble licks, (that'd be 2 guitars, 1 bass and the drummer doing harmony 64th note triplet runs), and some pretty amazing drumming. This is a pretty damn consistent & honest disc. The second release, (Sucker Punch), we released on a small local independent back in '00 or '01. It's kinda scatterbrained & uneven, but there's some really bitchen stuff on the disc scattered here & there. (mostly the cool syncopated riffs) We were exploring the idea of trying to make a living with this disc, so you'll hear some "radio intended" tracks, much less shredding overall, and only one real ensemble lick. There's only Eddie on guitar on this disc.. and there's a decent amount of industrial influence creeping in on about half the tracks. I feel like my bass playing is quite a bit better on this disc.. (more room to play with things when you're not tied to a 2nd rhythm gtr player). and Rob is (again) his usual shredding self on the drums. Hope this helps.. that's about as honest an answer as I've got for ya. There really aren't any updates to speak of.. we're all busy doing other things, but are (again) tossing about the idea of recording an instrumental disc. Derek __________________ Light travels faster than sound. thats why some people appear bright until you hear them speak. http://www.myspace.com/derekofhellfire http://www.myspace.com/somsara http://www.myspace.com/hajimusic http://www.myspace.com/thoughtchamber

December 11th, 2005, 11:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
Storm The Master of Disaster Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: AZ (USA) "Hell on Earth" Posts: 94	Hahaha that's just fuckin beautiful. A fuckin band called Haji. I'm still waiting for Nigger, Chink, Gook and Wop. __________________ "There is no finer point than that which is impaled within the cranial index of a dying priest." - Hoath Wrath "Christine": My terror machine http://www.cardomain.com/ride/506995/1

December 13th, 2005, 06:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
aosphoenix Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1	I dont even really listen to metal that often, but if its all like haji im sure as hell bout to start, haji fuckin rules, and i got their shit from an anime, searched and searched for their shit, and my friend finally found it, haji if u guys read this shit, you fucking rock! Last edited by aosphoenix : December 13th, 2005 at 06:42 PM.

November 29th, 2005, 04:41 PM	#4 (permalink)
KillerDivine Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 4	I like the second Haji CD...it's what I would like to call Progressive Nu-Metal and forgive me for using that term. I don't throw the term Nu-Metal around to try and say that the musical effort has been dumbed down or anything, it just has a commercial appeal. I also hear the blatant Texas blues influence in some solo's like in the track "Face Down" I attened a Haji's Kitchen show at the Galaxy club in Dallas a few years back and I do believe Vince said it best with, "Just buy the CD, you'll love every song on it." I would even venture to say that it is an understatment. And to actually answer the question posed... Haji - A Muslum who has made his 1 obligatory pilgramage to Mecca.

December 13th, 2005, 07:21 PM	#7 (permalink)
broly broly Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: near chicago Posts: 1	im aosphoenix's friend who found it...it was near impossible, ive been obessed for over 5 months at this point, and today, just in the last hour, i found the website and got it, i was so overfuckingjoyed i almost gripped my hand dead.. HAJI FUCKING ROCKS, imma b listenin to this shit thru to february befoe i get tired of it...man im bout to b rockin this so hard, i just put it in my stereo and the sound hypnotised me, i was rdy to fight, i feel like i could do ne thing with this song on..shit is like crack, i was listenin to lost, damn that shit is good!! HAJI RULES MY LIFE!!!! how the hell did u all make this shit, man... the sad thing is, no even knows u guys exist, i was actually about to say the song doesnt even exist until i found it, cuz i searched every possible music provider and filesharing possible without paying for it...then all i did afte all these months was type in some key words on google, fuk me soooo hard dude, cant believe it was that simple...the words were... "rock band haji" and that shit satisfied my unquenchable thirst for the best rock on the face of this stinking planet earth...the thing that rly got me hooked was the end of dragonball z movie 8, where i couldnt understand what the lead was saying but the beat was cold as hell, and broly was beating the shit out of goku mercilessly, and rock makes anger way better...broly hit him 75 times, and man......the song just enhanced that shit beyond ne thing supernatural in this world...haji members...u guys r the fucking best, uve been in the game since the mid 90's, too bad u guys rnt doin too well and all that shit, but hey...uve always got a place in this losers heart, and ur music is fucking timeless....peace b with u. try and make a comeback...go big with it, you'll get a massive audience, trust me. and u wont b reading this cuz u havent posted since 2 years ago...wtvr.

December 13th, 2005, 07:30 PM	#8 (permalink)
DAVID ENGINE The Mighty Rifflord Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Leeds Posts: 9	yeah man ive been into this band since they came out with the first record, 10 years on and im STILL not sick of it! i fucking love it...man, "Quench" what a chooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnn! the riff in that is absolutely ace

December 13th, 2005, 10:08 PM	#9 (permalink)
DerekB Have Gun, Will Travel Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Москва, Россия Posts: 54	STORM: DUDE! That post is funny as shit... I laughed my ass off at that. Only difference is, Haji isn't really a derogatory term like the others you mentioned. AOSPHOENIX & BROLY: Glad you guys dig it... even after all this time, it's still cool to hear. I think I'm the only one who reads it, but yea.. I try to keep up with the boards every so often. (hell..I pay for it, might as well try & post now & then) The chances of future Haji material are almost nil at this point. Eddie has taken to the management side of things, working with a pretty amazingly talented 15 year old girl (www.cheyennekimball.us). There'll be an MTV reality show about her on the air early next spring I think. This sort of thing really allows him no time at all to explore his own musical future. Her debut album and all associated opportunities would have to bomb completely and force him into another line of work staying here in town in order for Haji to move forward again... and that ain't gonna happen. Rob & I are working together on a couple of other projects. Our busiest thing is a band called Somsara (www.somsara.com, or www.myspace.com/somsara). We've also done a recording project that now just lacks mastering (I think). It's pretty much a straight up prog disc.. with Michael Harris on gtr, Ted Leonard (Enchant) on vocals and Bobby Williamson (Outworld) pitching in some keyboard solos. We have no idea who'll be distributing this yet, but it's turned out to be damned cool... I can't wait to hear the finished product. DAVID: yea, Quench was always one of my faves too... seemed to rotate between that & Images mostly. __________________ Light travels faster than sound. thats why some people appear bright until you hear them speak. http://www.myspace.com/derekofhellfire http://www.myspace.com/somsara http://www.myspace.com/hajimusic http://www.myspace.com/thoughtchamber

December 14th, 2005, 06:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
DAVID ENGINE The Mighty Rifflord Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Leeds Posts: 9	yeah they were my two favourites along with altered mind aswell. just wondering if youve had a chance to check out NERVE ENGINE yet id really like any advice or thoughts you have, i keep meaning to email eddie to tell him we have new stuff up but as hes so busy i dont want to bother him

December 14th, 2005, 06:34 PM	#11 (permalink)
DAVID ENGINE The Mighty Rifflord Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Leeds Posts: 9	oh its www.myspace.com/nerveengine