Chord Progression

When a legendary musician leaves his old band and forms a brand new one, and no one knows what to expect, how do you win over fans?The band already has the intrigue, and live shows make sense to expose the sound to the fans, but doing it before the release of a full album makes this almost impossible.We are pleased to be joined by Wes from the band Flat Black on the podcast today. As Flat Black is opening for an arena tour showing everyone who they are for the first time, we talk about:Having a "fans first" mentality in a live show setting, doing what you can to respect the fans choice to see your and win them over, from preparation to the actual show.The Great Debate of using backing tracks live, why Flat Black tries not to, and why it makes sense for all the bands that do (and yes, we talk about Ronnie Radke in this one).What to expect on Flat Black's debut album, from a "masked" feature, to infusing country into a song, and going even heavier than their singles.A fantastic way to discover a brand new metal

Would you be amazed if we told you the story of a band who had a viral moment at the end of 2022 and turned it into touring with one of the biggest bands in the scene in arenas, a constantly growing fanbase, over 1 Million monthly listeners, and are just now releasing their debut album?Of course you would. Now what if we told you that isn't just a story, that is reality?The guys from Catch Your Breath return to the Chord Progression Podcast. With their debut album Shame On Me releasing this Friday, we recap the massive success the band has had in 2023 talking aboutHow the band held their own touring arenas and playing in front of 10,000+ people alongside Falling In Reverse.A review of how far the band has come from Dial Tone initially blowing up on Tik Tok, and how hard work, tenacity, and building a great team led to this moment.The band's debut album Shame On Me, the anticipated success, why the band's ability to control emotion in every song will ensure it.Do not miss on this band, so follow them and hit t

Trying to grow pop punk music in the country music capital seems like a crazy idea right? Possibly.But what if a new artist is doing it and taking advantage of the amount of music lovers living and traveling to the scene on the daily.Newer Pop Punk artist Cameron Alexander is our featured guest on the Chord Progression Podcast today to talk all about:The decision to move to Nashville and why it is important to try and grow your music in a city with a love for music.How having a "growth mindset" is important at any age of a musicians life, especially earlier on when many people are better skilled than you are.Cameron's new song Time To Break Up and why it is the reverse of every pop punk breakup song that you have ever heard.A new artist is always great to discover. Keep discovering new artists with us by subscribing to the Chord Progression Podcast.Find Cameron Alexander Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccameronalexander/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ccameronalexander?lang=enYouTube: https://www

As music fans, we think we know more about the music industry and its inner workings than we actually do. Whether it is around promoting music, where all the money goes, and why bands do or do not spend money.But when you get a chance to uncover pieces of that, we all receive a better understanding of what life is like for a band, and why they make the business decisions that they do.Archie from the UK band Immerse joins us on the podcast today to talk all about this. This includes topics fromWhy bands may not promote a non-single that hits it big with the audience.The importance bands put on their musical directions and artistic creation over economic gain and possibly "selling out."Venue Merch Cuts and how Immerse may try and sidestep that with the merch van idea.A great episode to dive into. Make sure you dive into more by hitting that subscribe button.Find Immerse Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thisisimmerseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisimmerse/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chan

When bands create songs with features, most of the time the features are isolated in the second verse or the bridge, and don't always blend as well as they could.But the philosophy of using a feature as a way to marry the sounds of 2 different bands into one, creating something truly unique.It is our pleasure to bring Telle Smith of The Word Alive to the Chord Progression Podcast today. In this episode, we dive into:How The Word Alive created songs with features as if both bands were coming together and having a sound baby, with features from Bad Omens, Escape the Fate, and From First to Last.The reception of a newer songwriting mindset that was presented on the band's newest album Hard Reset.How Telle's songwriting influence has changed over the years, from being influence by those around him, now into her personal experiences.This one was an episode we have been waiting to present to you with many more to come. Hit that subscribe button to not miss out.Find The Word Alive Online:Facebook: https://www.facebo

This podcast is all about promoting the best rock & metal bands, shining a light on the bands & artists that are going to be the biggest for the next generation.So when we get to go back to one of our earliest ever interviews, bring the band back on, and review their growth over that time, you know you should pay attention.Tyler from Another Day Dawns makes his way back to the Chord Progression Podcast for the first time in over 3 years to discuss:The band's growth over 3 years, from playing small shows to touring with Sevendust, Memphis May Fire, & Atreyu.Working with Tom Hayden (ex. In This Moment) to fully understand their creative ideas and flows to their overall sound.Inspiration and creation of their brand new album Finding Peace Through All the Noise.Another band to get into if you are not already. Keep up with them and us as well by tapping that subscribe button.Find Another Day Dawns Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnotherDayDawnsTwitter: https://twitter.com/an0therdaydawnsInsta

We know about many of the countries that are producing great heavy music like the USA, the UK, Germany, Australia. But what about Canada?What happened during the pandemic to make Canada a haven for a growing hardcore scene that is about to explode onto the world stage?We dive deep into that and many other topics with Canadien metalcore band The Northern today, talking all about:How the Canadian response to the pandemic forced a lot of artists into tough positions, leading to an emergence of the Canadian hardcore scene.The band's latest single Usurper, and how it's themes around being taken advantage directly relate to the band's previous record label.A possible split EP or album coming alongside another Canadian band.This one is a not miss for many reasons, so don't be one of those people. Hit that subscribe button and enjoy.Find The Northern Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenortherncanadaTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheNorthernTOInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenorthernto/Tik Tok: https://

3 years ago, we interviewed a teenage girl from Australia on the podcast. She was ambitious, excited about what the future might hold, and with a love of rock music in her heart.As of today, she has kept that ambition and that excitement. And that has lead to a record deal, touring around the world, and creating connections with people from all ages.We have Cassidy Paris back on the podcast today, now 20 years old and living her rock dreams every day. On this episode with Cassidy, we talk about:Becoming the youngest musician to get a record deal from Frontiers Music SLR at the age of 20.Her upcoming debut album walking through her journey as a teenager, dealing with bullying for the type of music she liked.How Cassidy is creating connections with older fans & kids with both her style of music and her messages.A fantastic young artist to start supporting, and even more to come on the Chord Progression Podcast. Hit subscribe to not miss out on any of this.Find Cassidy Paris Online:Facebook: https://www.face

Whether you are an artist, a business professional, a creative, anything, Wayne Gretzky said it best. "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take."From a musicians perspective, this means taking every shot you can to make your music known to the massive, and to have your band blow up and grow.Our friend Daemien from Reddstar returns to the podcast after 2 years for a great episode diving into:- How the band got booked to play Welcome to Rockville, Louder Than Life, & Aftershock festival in 2023.- Why always pushing your music and not being deterred by rejection is the key to achieving huge opportunities for your band & art.- The difficulty of succeeding in a creative space, and why it is massively different compared to difficult career paths like a doctor.Another great band, great episode, with great friends. Subscribe as we bring more great bands and help you make more great friends on the Chord Progression Podcast today.Find Reddstar Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/REDDSTARmusicTwitter:http

Evolution is an important part of life. None of us are the same person that we were 5 years ago, 10 years ago, 20 years ago.Musicians are the same. As time goes on, new experiences and new perspectives will bring forward an evolution of sound. And no, that's not selling out.We have Kaan from the UK's Heart of A Coward on the podcast today. With the band's new album, This Place Only Brings Death, releasing on September 22nd, we talk about:Why the band evolved into more of an aggressive metalcore style from more of a progressive style, and experimented off of it.The reason This Place Only Brings Death dives deep into the harsh realties of life that we are all living in today.Reasons to see Heart of a Coward live when Kaan pitches to us like this is Shark Tank.Don't miss out on another great band, so hit that subscribe button and join us.Find Heart of a Coward Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartofacowardofficialTwitter: https://twitter.com/hoac_officialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartofacow

In the heavy music scene, fans thing of Australia as a country producing the best quality heavy music out there. Think The Amity Affliction, Make Them Suffer, Polaris, Alpha Wolf, and more.But why does a country that is so isolated geographically from the rest of the world consistently put out some of the best heavy music in the world on a consistent basis. One of the next great Australian heavy bands tells us why.Riley and Brenton from the Australian metalcore band Weightless joins the podcast today for a great Australian heavy music episode to discuss.The vote of confidence the band received from Triple J Unearthed (the Australian version of Sirius XM Octane for Americans) and how its helping the band gain mainstream appeal in Australia.What the reason is behind the massive growth of Australian heavy music around the world, despite the geographic isolation.How we can bring more and more heavy music to Australia on a consistent basis.Heavy music fans will love this one and so many other episodes we have ava

When you realize that you only have one life to live, you fight to make the most of it, and remove all of those crutches and addictions that hold you from that.It isn't easy, it is scary, but it is necessary in order to become happier in life, and live it to the fullest.Shayley of Dayshell is our guest on the Chord Progression Podcast today for one of the most powerful episodes we have ever done. On this episode, you will see:How Shayley defeated alcoholism to better his life, and write a new album after thinking Mr. Pain was going to be his last.The diverse sound in Pegasus and why Shayley explored so many different styles, while making it sonically cohesive.Shayley's work with the legendary Joey Sturgis, and a deep dive into creating a perfect working cohesion between an artist and a producer.This episode is powerful. Hit that subscribe button, watch it again, and get ready for even more of these great interviews coming up.Follow Dayshell Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DayShellMusicTwitter: https

When you have a passion in life, going all in on it can be very scary. The fear causes so many people not to do it. The few that do stand out.In a creative space, going all in means supporting your art, supporting the art of other's, and connecting with the consumer in a very personal way.The Mike's (Michael & Mikey) from ENOX stop by the Chord Progression Podcast today. On this episode we talk about:Writing music with Ricky Armellino of Ice Nine Kills, and how Rickey featured on a song because of a Tinder date.Why ENOX went all in on their music, taking the risk to chase their dreams and support others doing the same.Using Taylor Swift as a case study behind what the biggest marketing tool and band or artist can have and use.Another smashing episode, so smash that subscribe button so you don't miss out on any more smashing episodes going forward.Find Enox Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enoxbandTwitter: https://twitter.com/ENOXbandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/enoxband/Tik Tok: https://w

With Motionless In White being a powerhouse in the scene, many fans want to have a chance to interact with the band, including other bands.But what happened when they bring other on stage during their sets to do guest vocals with Chris? For some, it is a dream come true.Kyle from Late 9 joins the Chord Progression Podcast today to show you his band, his music, by telling you:How he got to perform Slaughterhouse with Motionless in White live, and why it was a childhood dream come true.The story of the band's viral moment on Tik Tok, how they plan to continue converting on it, and their ideas behind having another moment with their next song.Creating Breathe For Me with Patient Sixty-Seven, and how the band hopes the song connects both fan bases to help both bands grow.Greatness awaits with this episode, and many more before it. So hit that subscribe button so you don't miss out on the next one.Find Late 9 Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/L892k19Twitter: https://twitter.com/Late9BostonInstagram: https:

It is a parent's dream to have a common interest with their children as they grow up, as it is something that connects them for life with a sole focus on positivity.As a musician, it might be to play music with your children for life. But what if you got to be in a band with your children?Paul Crosby from Coldwards joins the Chord Progression Podcast today. The founding drummer of Saliva joins us to talk about:How the pandemic served as the launching point of Coldwards with Paul and his sons Sean and Zac writing music together.The band's unique writing process without any deadlines, and how Paul and Sean create tracks as Zac puts previous lyrical ideas over it.Supporting your children as they discover what their passions are through trial and error.A great episode for all the rock lovers out there, so hit that subscribe button to not miss out on more of these great episodes.Find Coldwards Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColdwardsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldwardsmusic/Tik Tok: https://ww

When you have a moment in life, where a shred of luck leads to good things, what do you do? Do you take it at face value and hope for the best? Or do you do everything necessary to make sure that shred of luck leads to long term success?When a new rock band found luck and did everything to make it stick in 2023, it led them to become darlings on Sirius XM Octane, and open for Shinedown on tour... all while only having 2 songs released.It is our pleasure to sit down with Cullen from the band Sleep Theory on the Chord Progression Podcast today. On this episode, you will learn:How Sleep Theory found a moment of success on Tik Tok earlier in the year, and how they made sure it led to the success of their first single Another Way.Why their mindset of being fans has led to the band making sure they stay connected with their fans online and during their live shows.That people called them industry plants because tastemakers in rock and metal are finally promoting a new band, and why calling them "industry plants" is

Metal music today is in the early stages of a massive resurgence. Bands like Bring Me The Horizon, Bad Omens, Falling In Reverse, Electric Callboy, and more are trying many new things, and are bringing many new fans into the scene.That is why now is the perfect time for new bands in metal to experiment & try new things. the time is now to capture something new when more and more fans are entering the scene.That is our topic of conversation today with J.P. from the band Devitalized, a deathcore fusion project out of Massachusetts. On this episode, you will seeWhy Devitalized wants to stay fluid and experiment with all genres, and how it connects with more and more fans entering the metal music scene.How their song Godslayer was written from the inspiration of Elden Ring, and how Tom Barber of Chelsea Grin appeared on the track.The concept of a new track that could bring in Egyptian mythology and traditional cultural sounds, and why more bands could be doing this in the future.A great new band to discover i

We are used to great metalcore coming out of countries like the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and Australia. But what about France?France may not be well known for their metal scene or metalcore music, but with bands like Gojira, Betraying the Martyrs, and Landmvrks showing great music coming out of the country, what bands are going to be next in creating a thriving scene in a new country?Robin from the French metalcore band Resolve is back on the Chord Progression Podcast for the 3rd time as the band prepares to release their new album Human on September 15th, 2023. On this episode you will discover:How Resolve began to build up a concentrated following by connecting with fans and creating their own Discord server, which started only a few weeks ago.How a tour with While She Sleeps helped show how France is a growing market for metalcore, and what Resolve is doing to capitalize on that.The realities of trying to tour in the US, and the risk vs. reward every band has to weigh before traveling overse

When it comes to making sure your band stays in the subconscious of the music scene, it is a concept that many bands fail to capture.But for the band or bands that do, they are able to create such an aura around them that helps them grow to heights beyond comprehension.That is why we are incredibly pleased to have Lucas from Holding Absence on the podcast today. With the band releasing their new album The Noble Art of Self Destruction on August 25th, this is an episode not to miss where you will see:The lessons the band learned touring with Electric Callboy and the importance of staying in the subconscious of music fans they interact with.How the band created their 2022 split EP with Alpha Wolf, and why we might get more split EPs from the band in the future.What actually is a Holding Absence song, as Lucas and Kevin try and classify what that is, and why it is more unique than most.An absolute banger of an episode to take part in, so enjoy and hit that subscribe button for even more.Find Holding Absence Onl

What would you think about a band you didn't know about & they were endorsed by your favorite athlete or professional wrestler?You would check them out. But what if they were endorsed by Rhea Ripley, WWE Women's Champion and lover of all things heavy music? You would easily want to check them out.Damon from the Michigan metalcore band Of Virtue returns to the podcast for the 3rd time right before the release of the band's new album Omen. On this episode, you will discover:How the band reacted to the endorsement from WWE Women's Champion Rhea Ripley, and what happened to their listenership afterwards.Another insane story about how the band had a Mission Impossible moment in Germany to recover their lost laptops.The connection Of Virtue has made with fans over in Europe, and how remembering that connection with fans to push through the hard times in life.A quicker episode but another incredible one not to miss. So hit that subscribe button to not miss out on more amazing Chord Progression Podcast episodes.F