Talk about a fan base! Superchic[k] is all about its fans. The energetic squadron loves reaching out to teens and young adults through its catchy tunes and empowering lyrics, all geared toward the real-life issues they deal with on a daily basis. But that’s not all. Whether at home or on the road, Superchic[k] builds real relationships with fans after every show, sharing support, life experiences and words of wisdom. So what better way to get to know Superchic[k] than through the eyes of the ones who know them best — the Super Fans?

DUSTIN GLEDINNING interviews drummer BRANDON ESTELLE
Dustin:  Who led you to become a Christian?
Brandon:  My dad. As a worship pastor, he was always this spiritual figure in my life, and he taught me a lot.

How did you know this is what God wanted you to do?
Before this I was leading worship, playing the piano at a church, and I was also shoveling asphalt. My brother called me and was like, “Hey man, do you want to gig?” [The situation] referred back to that verse about the talents and how you have to [invest] your talents, so I was like, “Well, shoveling asphalt, or traveling and playing drums?”

What are the best and worst parts of what you’re doing?
The best is being with five of my best friends and doing what I love to do. It’s like full-time ministry. The worst would have to be waking up at 5 a.m. for flights.

With this new CD, what are some of the messages you want people to hear?
A lot of times kids are taught not to question God, but on "Beauty from Pain" we make it clear:  That’s a part of life, and you have to ask God, ‘Why is this happening? Why is this going on?” We just want to tell kids it’s alright to get upset; it’s alright to cry, because the turnout is going to be good.

You guys get a lot of mainstream exposure. Do you like the way it’s presenting your music?
Yeah, I’m stoked because we’ve been in more than 60 movies and TV shows, and we’re even going to get on this PlayStation game. It’s a robot fighting game, but it’s presenting the gospel to kids who don’t have it. We were also in this recent movie called "Ice Princess" with our song “Get Up.”

KIRSTEN HUGHES interviews vocalist/guitarist MELISSA BROCK
Kirstin:  In your song "Hero,” you talk about what it means to be a hero. Who is your hero?
Melissa:  My mom is probably one of my heroes because she was always willing to give and be supportive. My other hero is Mother Teresa … she was the best example of how God says we are supposed to give of ourselves.
 
What is some advice that has stuck with you through the years?
It’s something my dad used to say to us … Before we went to school, he would hug us and say "Be a leader, not a follower, and help somebody." That really applies to everything Superchic[k] is about. Sometimes it's really hard not to follow the world but to stand apart.
 
What do you do when you are in a bad mood?
Usually I get with all my girlfriends, and they cheer me up. If I wake up in a crappy mood, I know it's because my focus is off, and I haven't been spending enough time with my Bible study. One time I was just in a bad mood, and I didn't know why. That night I was at my girls’ Bible study, and I went out and bought them all flowers. Getting the focus off myself really helped me feel better.
 
What is a life experience that has made a big impact on you?
When I was 15 I had anorexia. I dealt with it when I was young and overcame it. It made me see myself not through the world's eyes, and it made me stronger. It also helps me relate to the people we minister to through Superchic[k].
 
Is there a message you want to give to all young girls?
Girls try to find their beauty through the world. I wish I could tell them all, “You're not going to be happy if you keep a worldly view. Losing those 10 pounds or finding the perfect hairdo won't make you beautiful. Unless you realize that we are all beautiful in God's eyes, you won't ever see yourself as beautiful.”