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

When a band has had success releasing singles and EP's, you think they will stay in that lane and focus on the same sound? What if I told you there is a band that created a full length album that takes their core sound, expands on it, and has created one of the best records of 2023? There is one, and it comes from Archetypes Collide. Kyle joins us today and together, we show you: How the band was...

Why does pop punk create a positive nostalgia for so many of us? Do you remember what it was like to discover your favorite band of all time around the age of 14? Luke from the Scottish pop punk band happydaze joins the Chord Progression podcast for an episode to enlighten you about: Why the pop punk sound has such a positive nostalgic emotion to so many of us. How not rushing the growth of the ba...

When you think of the most consistent bands in all of rock and metal, who comes to mind? You know that August Burns Red is on that list, from releasing Thrill Seeker in 2005 to their new album Death Below coming out on March 24th, 2023. We got to hang out with Dustin from August Burns Red to dive deep into the most consistent metalcore band ever, revealing: How August Burns Red wrote Death Below,...

On this weekly update, we preview an incredible episode next Tuesday with August Burns Red, and Kevin shoots on why bands that mix irish music with punk rock (Dropkick Murphys, Flogging Molly) are awesome! Watch our episode with Lucrecia: https://youtu.be/ssO_u-ufE18 Watch our episode with rosecoloredworld: https://youtu.be/nweXMUCj0Nk Our episode with August Burns Red (March 21st, 2023) https://y...

What does it mean to steal like an artist? Have you ever wondered how a band creates their own unique sound from their many inspirations? Addison & Rae from the pop punk outfit rosecoloredworld are guests on the Chord Progression Podcast today to bring you a great episode around: How being open to many other influences around your musical journey will lead to the creation of your own unique so...

Lucrecia, a kawaii, ota, anime inspired metalcore band from the Bay Area, is with us on the podcast today. Suki and Frankie join us for you to see: - How their love for anime and Japanese culture has led them to to create heavier music relating to many themes around anime and life. - How their focus on anime and video games in music allows fellow fans begin their journey into heavier music, and vi...

We review the week that was with Casey Cavaliere from The Wonder Years and Chad from For The Fallen Dreams on the podcast. And Kevin doesn't like Sleep Token? Not really, he just can't get into them. Comment below why you like Sleep Token and why Kevin should change his mind. Our Episode with Casey Cavaliere: https://youtu.be/Ko9GQscwbTU Our Episode with For The Fallen Dreams: https://youtu.be/DdB...

Have you ever met someone you admired and their positive interaction with you impacted your life? We all have those people we admire, but can connecting with them change our lives for the better? Chad from For the Fallen Dreams joins the Chord Progression Podcast today, bringing metalcore energy where you will discover: How a positive interaction with Jacoby Shaddix of Papa Roach and Poison the We...

Casey Cavaliere, lead guitarist for The Wonder Years, artist coach, and music consultant joins the podcast today dropping advice for all of the young musicians out there. In this episode we talk with Casey about: - How Casey is breaking the negative stigma around artist coaching and music consulting through his experience and honesty. - Younger bands and artists needing to be a "swiss army knife"...

This week in review, Kevin talks might just give a date for the podcast's first t-shirts because well, we got ideas we won't pass up We also look back at the episode we did with Empyre, and review how the topic of suicide can be brought up in discussion thanks to music opening that debate. We also preview a crazy week next week with episodes featuring The Wonder Years and For The Fallen Dreams. Ch...

Henrik from the English hard rock band Empyre joins the podcast today where you will discover: - How "Forget Me" takes a new perspective look on a heavy topic like suicide, and allows us to be open to new ideas and perspectives on heavily emotional topics. - Why they write their music with the idea to make you feel chills in your emotions. - How their songs have deep meanings but can be open to in...

Nevada metalcore band Preacher NV is on the podcast today where you will see: - Why the band mixing and curating their sound in a live setting from what is recorded neither alienates fans or compromises on artistic integrity. - How the band's "DIY" style has led them to fully bet on themselves for everything, just the way they want it. - That their Blue Ridge Rock Fest story comes from the integri...

In our first week in review episode, Kevin takes a look back at his "I'm Struggling" video and reacts to all the responses from it. We also look back at the insane episode from Steel Panther, and then preview an episode next week where a controversial take on a personal topic arises. Watch "I'm Struggling" video: https://youtu.be/WAZNLzJ3-4c Check out our episode with Local Band Smokeout: https://...

The charismatic Michael Starr of Steel Panther comes to the Chord Progression Podcast today to talk with us all about: - The wild party that happens at every Steel Panther show, and how it allows us fans to escape the reality of life one live show at a time. - The band's insane tour stories from Vegas, and touring with Guns n Roses & Judas Priest. - The band's new album "On The Prowl" and how...

BG from Local Band Smokeout joins the podcast today. In today's episode, you will discover: - How BG adapted Local Band Smokeout on YouTube to gain a large audience while keeping his goal of bringing more attention to local and emerging artists. - How BG created the Local Band Smokeout Twitch channel and adapted it to continue to showcase emerging bands and make it as entertaining as possible. - T...

The Chord Progression Podcast is struggling, I am struggling. Kevin shows no frills on this episode as he opens up about the current failures in the marketing and financials of the podcast as of February 2023, why he is still pressing forward with his love for this podcast, and what to expect going forward so that the podcast can be at its most successful by the end of 2023. It's not about the Set...

Seattle's metalcore genre benders Designer Disguise join the podcast today with their brand new album Elswaer. With the episode, Designer Disguise shows you: How they were able to convert Tik Tok success with their cover of Get Low by Lil Jon into new long term fans. How fans have connected emotionally with the lyrics and the hero's journey concept behind their new album Elswaer. How success in th...

German modern metal/hardcore band Half Me comes to the podcast with their debut album Soma due out February 17th, 2023. In this episode you will discover: Why maintaining the drive and tenacity of a small band as you grow is important to keep achieving your goals in music. That avoiding perfectionism and working against that mindset will help you make necessary decisions as a band. Why placing a f...

Finnish rock & metal band Cloudsight join us for their first interview ever following the release of their debut single Pure Heaven. In this episode, you will see: Why the band has taken its time to find a vocalist that can fit their vision and ever evolving song style. How learning from history and the mistakes of bands in the past can help any band grow independently. Why features can help any b...

Tom Kiley from Patient Sixty Seven returns to the podcast to show all of us: The power social media has for any band when you build a community online of great, passionate fans. How social media can be leveraged into getting more opportunities like a successful debut album and a U.S. debut at Blue Ridge Rock Fest in 2023. How always showing gratitude can make you one of the internet's favorite ban...

Texas based rock and metal inspired Taken By Tides joins for an episode where you will discover: The mindset behind writing songs that feel epic and grand, inspired by Bring Me The Horizon's Sempiternal album. The importance of band chemistry when every member has different influences that contribute to the songwriting process. Why skill building and creating connections in the music industry can...

Above Snakes returns to the podcast for the second time where you will discover: The importance of building the best team around your band for success and avoiding scams. Why building positive relationships with other artists causes touring success with examples of From Ashes to New and Fire From the Gods. How Above Snakes is looking to grow and succeed in 2023 with new music and more touring.   F...

RōZY returns to the podcast for the first time in 2 years for a great episode where you will discover: The influence of the anime My Hero Academia had on RōZY when creating the instrumental composition of their brand new song "One For All." How Zoe evolved her vocal range to fit the song's anthemic drive, taking inspirit from great female leads like Lzzy Hale and Ash Costello. The different ideas...

Poised to be the rock and metal breakout band of 2023, Catch Your Breath is our guest where you will discover: How Catch Your Breath evolved their sound, leading to the success of their hit song "Dial Tone." How internal band chemistry and collaboration will help any band expand their sound beyond what they think is capable. The mindset Catch Your Breath has around creating music that sets them up...

With a new album due out January 20th 2023, Fastest Land Animal is our guest to help you understand: The importance of keeping the human element in your music to create your own, unique sound. How using classic recording technology to achieve certain sounds helps to create authenticity in your music. How finding and working with the right producer for your band will maximize the potential for succ...