Chord Progression Podcast: The Gateway to New Rock and Metal Music

Metal's growing popularity over the past 5 years has been something to behold. Bring Me The Horizon is the most popular in the genre, Knocked Loose played Coachella, and Sleep Token is an international powerhouse. But why is that. It is because metal is the most eclectic genre out there right now, allowing so many people to find a home in something within the genre. And this deathcore band is easi...

Technology has massively changed how musicians operate. Long gone are the days of just making the best music. Musicians need to have a brand, create music that is going to have a viral moment, ensure they have popularity on social media, and up to date on the latest trends. But is that new relationship with technology hurting musicians creatively going forward? One band explored that frustration o...

The music industry, a microcosm of the world, has changed immensely over the past 20 years. From tastes, writing styles, technology to produce, everything has changed. And as music fans, we still love the sounds and styles from our favorite eras. In grindcore, there is a band that is taking the old style of the MySpace days, understanding how to better write and record, to create a sound that take...

We are covering one of the most dynamic records of 2024 in terms of scope, concept, construction, and collaboration. And best part is, there is no vocals! So how could something like this be done? How much thought, conceptualization, and work had to be put into something with such a large concept? And stay within a set limitation? Well, we have your answer. Aaron Marshall of Intervals joins the Ch...

As any kind of creative or artist, you should never limit yourself to be put into a box. It limits the creative freedom that you have for yourself, and ends up making a beautiful lief and process anything but enjoyable. One Swedish band decided to try something new. To have fun, to throw inhibition to the wind. And what was the result? Success! Andreas and Patrik from the Swedish rock band Self De...

This band is your mom's favorite metalcore band. No seriously, this band has earned that title. They are also one of the most highly suggested bands by all artists we bring on the podcast for you to check out. So, with a new EP due out on May 10th, and the band reaching out be featured on the podcast after so many suggestions, the answer is HERE THEY ARE! Grayson and Ben from the metalcore band AR...

Who in the right mind would release a double album in 2024 when streaming, singles, and consistently feeding the machine are being recommended all based on "algorithms"? We know one band that would, and is doing just that, based on the premonition that has seen rock, metal, and all subgenera boom in the 2020's. They are doing something new, uniquely them, and are not afraid of taking a risk on the...

One of, if not the, most influential bands of the 21st century in rock and metal is Linkin Park. The charisma, blend or hip hop with metal, and the beautiful use of synths have inspired bands for what is, and will be generations. But who is doing it right? We know of an Italian metalcore band who decided to take their love of Linkin Park, infuse it into their bright style of metalcore, and discove...

Emo music of the early 2000's always had messages and expressions that might not have been positive for one's mental health. But with the focus on mental health heavily increasing over the past 10 years, the genre has changed. One new band is taking that message to the next level, not only putting positive messages into their music, but also by living that message and helping all those who need su...

The world can be cruel to musicians. Cancelled shows, expensive tours, other responsibilities in life, can take the fun and enjoyment out of the love that is making music, and it can be tough to get it all back. One Australian band went through the ringer in 2023, and is ready to take 2024 by storm because of one simple reason, they're having fun with their music again. Jayden from Stepson returns...

There is always a debate about unclean (scream) vocals in rock and metal. Are they good and amplify the song when they are primarily used? Are they bad and remove focus for the song? Is there a right answer? There is no right answer, but we are seeing more bands using unclean screams rising in popularity in the scene, as well as popular culture as well. So when added tastefully, do unclean vocals...

Life, relationships, you, are not defined by one single moment. It is a conglomeration of those experiences that make us who we are, and allow beautiful friendships and relationships to prosper for a long time. We found a band that is diving into the external extremes life puts us through, how it can bring us pain & anguish in life & relationships, but how it can also bring us a lot of joy...

The idea of the concept album is not a new thing. Many bands have taken us on wild rides and stories of curiosity, self reflection, and rediscovery through ideas of space, fantasy, and fiction. This time we have a band that has completely taken their sound to a new level, with an EP that takes you through a Twilight Zone-style reflection of all you could be, to help you appreciate where you are, a...

As an art form, music is meant to be enjoyable and fun. And those bands that have the most fun making their music are the ones that we gravitate towards to always send us into the most positive attitudes. This band has always had fun with their music from the making of it, to the performance of it, and everything in between. And with a new album showing you even more of that, it would be criminal...

Whoever said hip hop influenced deathcore could not work clearly never met this band, or heard their music. If it was you, well sorry for calling you out. If it was not you, well let us show you what hip hop inspired deathcore is all about so you can make yp your own opinion. David & Dustin from the North Carolina hip hop inspired deathcore band Filth join the Chord Progression Podcast today w...

One of the heaviest and most manic bands to come out of Australia in recent memory continues to grow seemingly with every new idea, every new tour, every new song, and with a brand new album coming out on April 5th, what so you expect? Do you expect the band to experiment more and really try something new, or do you expect them to do more of the same hard hitting fast pace style that has made them...

It has been said that a band really doesn't fully discover their sound until their 3rd album. It may not be 100% true, but it is something many people look at. We have a German band returning to the podcast for the 3rd time, on their 3rd album, and they say they have found their sound that is truly them, and allows for expansion in the future. And... we agree. Robin, Lela, and Vale from Venues joi...

This is the 500th episode of the Chord Progression Podcast! With such a milestone, we needed to find the best guest possible to celebrate this momentous episode! We could have picked a giant artist, but we wanted to go with the best, a favorite of all time, and one that we have been behind since the early days. You have watched them grow with us, and now, they are here once again. Jonathan Norris...

When a band jumps from record label to record label, the typical stereotype is not the best for the band. But what about a band that graduates from small developmental label, to a larger developmental label, to a major label, in under 3 years? That is success that needs to be noticed. Couple that with a brand new album, an evolving sound around their core roots, and the will and tenacity to try an...

One of the biggest metal bands out of the UK today, and they are the most "punk rock" they have ever been. Sounds weird right? Well let us explain. This band is doing things with more of a DIY approach, creating music their way with the help of the SLEEPS SOCIETY fans, which allows the band to experiment freely knowing that the fans will be behind it because the message is still delivered. And wit...

Coming up with a sound that is uniquely your own is a rare thing in heavy music. The bands that are able to succeed in it always find success whether it is in a massive cult following, or becoming the next trail blazers in their respective genres. Right now in Germany, there is a band that is blending modern heavy music and electronics in a way that sounds so complex, yet is so simple, that they h...

The world of metalcore has a large number of emerging stars coming our way this decade. A great deal of that can be attributed to the successful writing and mindful inspiration bands underwent during the pandemic. We still have more bands coming up in metalcore that are taking their post-pandemic music into new creative heights, and this progressive band might just be another one worth checking ou...

Punk rock has always had a history of being brash, standing up against oppressive and tyrannical ideologies & philosophies, as well as giving a voice to those who go against the political norm, in an up-front manner. Today, there is a British band doing just that with their music, refusing to pull a punch, giving us a glimpse into the plights of current-day British society. But, does it resona...

We have seen some hip hop artists cross over and connect very well with rock and metal fans. We have seen it from Tech N9ne, Wu Tang Clan, and more. But why are some able to make that crossover? The sound and genres may not be the same, but there is something in the music that connects with fans across all genres. So what is that something? SUBSTANCE. We are pleased to have EKOH joins us on the Ch...

Making an entire thematic change from one album to the next is never an easy thing. It requires a lot of focus, mindset shifting, and songwriting changes to make this thematic shift. But what if there was a band that did that to show a story of breaking through the crap in life, growth out of depression, and owning your past to grow better in the present? Sounds like you would want to check out a...