An Interview with Glamour Model, Kelly Kole

(Who has a record coming out soon)

Interviewed by Glenn Milligan in March/April 2004

Tell us something about your new single?

It's going to be a dance song.. I am into everything though. I am one of those girls that really loves everything from the Rolling Stones, Madonna, Britney.. Eric Clapton, Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Janet Jackson. I mean I am literally all over the place..

Have you ever starred in any Rock Promo videos etc - if so which ones?

No. Unfortunately I haven't . I turn down alot of music videos b/c a lot of models don't realize that you shouldn't do the "background", "extra" work. You don't get discovered and you get sh*t pay.. $75.oo .. Oh yeah - wait, wait. I did that back in the day. Mariah Carey video.. She's not very nice! I will put it that way. I used to be a big fan but.. when I met her it was over.

Was she your idol?

She wasn't my idol.. I just liked her music when I was in High School/College. I am more an alternative and still 80's rock rules! lol. Just has soul!

Have you worked on any other music videos?

Taylor Dayne video .. Don't even remember what the event was. In Limelight .. chaos.. need I say more! . lol

What's it like trying to get work in the modelling side of rock 'n' roll?

Of course I would love to do a music video or a poster or something for a major band. But besides my online life I do a lot of mainstream auditiions and I am sure you know the rates for union actors which I am.. So forget the "extra job" on my resume. I would rather hold off for the good stuff.

What's the rock and metal scene like where you live?

Near me in Westchester there isn't a rock and roll scene .. But in NYC i go to this BAR that I LOVE it's called "American Trash".. It's just so real and so .. down to earth and I just love it.. Great prices on drinks too! .. Upper East side I think on first ave. And around the 70's.. LOVE IT!!

What made you decide to record the single?

I don't know. Always love every part of entertainment. The chance came to me. So why not! lol

Have you always wanted to be a singer?

No .. never wanted to be a singer

Who are your fave vocalists and why?

Gosh too many to choose. I love music .. period..

Who would you want to be on equal talent terms with?

Can't answer because I just don't sing regularly.

What else can you see yourself doing with regard to music in the future?

God only knows with me. I always have my hands in something.

If you had the chance to duet with somebody who would it be?

Not sure but they better just ROCK. lol. Maybe Eminem? lol. m/m he's cute..

How was it working on The Sopranos TV series?

I loved it . It was so professional, great atmosphere, and just felt good to do something so nice. I didn't realize how popular the show was when i filmed. To be honest I didn't even watch the show.

What other shows would you like to work on?

I want to work on Law and Order. Or something comedy too would be great!

What do you like or even dislike about photo-sessions?

I love creativity!

What have been the best or worst sessions that stand out the most?

Well I haven't lately but I used to for extra practice so to speak and to help "not as experienced photographers" shoot. I would shoot at a rate no release or limited of course. And I always brought a friend that was a guy.. Same with bondage.

Well my shoot was booked but only for one photographer so I said your friend can assist or partner but only one shooting at a time. Well the guy shut the door on my friend. I was tied up with the other female model and gagged. And he whipped out a corny disposable camera and started shooting.

I got the gag off and the look in my eyes could of killed the devil.. lol I got untied, went and told my friend went to the bathroom pissed. Why ruin a shoot for just doing "what he wanted" or rebelling!!. We took the disposable even did the nice thing of paying for it and packed up got my fee and left.

I am very cautious and always have been. I wish other girls were. I knew the recent bondage model that was killed in PA. If she had someone with her she wouldn't be dead. Also it's suspect it was a snuff film!

Outside of working what past-times do you do aside going to that great bar?

I love to read or have "house parties" at my house or my friends. Where we can just be goofy and get crazy and not get kicked out.. lol no.. closing time either! lol..

What is life like in your part of New York?

I live in the suburbs. A lot of people in my neighborhood know me and of me. But they look out for me and I am safe.

Do you get recognised a lot when you are out and how does it affect you as a person?

I have been recognized and one time when my little photo in the back of playboy the grapevine came out. I saw a guy with his kid in starbucks. Now mind you I wear sunglasses, blue jeans that are old and worn ..and just a cozy t-shirt when I am "myself. I saw him look .. then look again.. And then one more time. That issue had just came out so if he recognized me .. he couldn't say anything with his little boy or he wasn't sure. I get that a lot. Like.."you look familiar".. i don't say anything though. I like people to like me for me. I enjoy entertainment and I like to know if someone likes the things i do or have done. but I don't want people to like me for that ..

Thanks, Kelly Kole