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

As rock and metal have begun a return to resurgence in pop culture popularity in the 2020's, we are getting closer and closer to the next "golden age" of heavy music? But what is causing this resurgence to a golden age? Who are the artists and the rockstars making this happen? Why are rockstars something that we need? And what is it about the new music being made that is causing metal to thrive? W...

When we see a band described as the offspring of Linkin Park and Fall Out Boy, we are easily going to be curious about what that sound is like, and where it came from. What we found was a band that took their influences from rock, metal, hip hop, and pop, learning the hooks that make bands like Nickelback so popular, and found a creative sound that is ready to soar after already being feature on t...

When you are in a band that has traditionally been built on being DIY, it is hard to trust others to bring in into the band and help grow it to its large potential. But what happens when you have a band with members that are all interested in other aspects of being in the music business, and can help maintain that DIY approach as the team grows? Now that's a recipe for success. Eyker and Brendan f...

So much can change in 2 years. From what you like, where your life is at, who you are in relationships with, all of it. For the music industry, much has changed too in how music is distributed, marketed, and consumed. So how can a band who hasn't released anything new in 2 years compete in this musical landscape? They Bear Grylls it. IMPROVISE, ADAPT, OVERCOME. Joey from In Her Own Words joins the...

When a band has been around for 30 years, clearly they have done something right with their music, presentation, everything. But how does a band that has been around this long not only stay relevant but keep growing? In 2024, with new music coming out, a masked persona, and a culture that is becoming more accepting to metal and cosplay as a whole, there is no perfect time than right now for this b...

Today's music world is all about the single, trying to stay relevant for an algorithm, and trying to go viral. It is not necessarily sustainable for high quality music. But there are still bands that are using the current landscape to their advantage, and allowing their individualistic sound to be the attraction point for fans across generations. And today, we found one of the new ones. The guys f...

When a longtime band needs to replace a crucial member going forward, what are they to do? Are they going to throw in the towel, or put in the work to find the perfect replacement? With this band, they not only found the perfect replacement in terms of sound, but found it in one of their oldest fans around. Now they are ready to go forward with the next chapter of the band. Christian from Anberlin...

2 years ago, we aired our 300th episode with JunkBunny (their first ever podcast interview). At that time, Mac was all alone in the band, with the direction yet to be determined. Now in 2024, a lot has changed. The band is now full, a new album is out, and they are ready to pick up that momentum from before the pandemic hit. Mac from JunkBunny is back on the Chord Progression Podcast, with new mem...

Not only does the Chord Progression Podcast show you some of the best upcoming bands in rock and metal, we get to give advice to bands that want to grow as well. And today, is one of those days for both. We have a band that has built up a large fanbase in their local community. But, what is the plan for them to break out of the local scene, and become a bigger regional band, then national band, th...

No matter the size of your band, the mindset of opening a show and headlining ghat show is vastly different. From the duty associated with your spot on the bill, the amount of people at the show, and the energy they display before your set, your mindset needs to be ready to handle it all. In the growing world of deathcore music, one band is experiencing this. And when it comes to how they are goin...

2 years ago, Ovtlier recorded a song with Chris Motionless, and have been sitting on it, awaiting for the perfect time to give it to the world. Now, with Motionless In White writing new music, and people clamoring for something epic in terms of a new track, now is the time to release it. And the success of the release could not happen to a more deserving band, and a more deserving person. Joey Are...

What are you looking for in the next great metalcore band? Are you looking for nods to the past greats? Looking for brutal heavy screams? Looking for something that could be so much more? Well great news, WE FOUND JUST THAT... ALL OF THAT! And you get to find out about it before so many others will with this episode. Takuya & Rict from Sable Hills join the Chord Progression Podcast all the way...

When a long time band member leaves the band, the remaining members have many decisions to make about their music. Do they continue on as is without that person? Do they find a replacement? How will the music change? These questions must be answered. That happened this this heavy Australian band, and they found the answer recording their new album in the middle of a Michigan winter. And the result...

2 years ago, we had the pleasure of having Windwaker on the podcast for the first time, and that was to discuss their debut album, Love Language. But now it is 2024 and things have (and have not changed). A new album is upcoming, a new lead singer has "returned" to the band, and their massive growth has led them to embark on their first ever tour to the US. So how did this happen, and what does th...

The social media world right now is a cesspool of content meant to go viral, be a flash in the pan, and hope that viewers will actually go beyond the doom scroll to check out what you are doing. But what is the right way to do this? Is there any hope behind trying to hop on a trend and just hope something becomes viral? Well, there just might be. Aaron from the rock band My Epic joins the Chord Pr...

We last had The Warning on the Chord Progression Podcast in 2021 when they were easily one of the best emerging rock bands in the world. So now in 2024, what has happened to them? Well, would you believe that they became one of, if not THE BEST, rock band in the world? And with a brand new album about to release, how about we take a look at it together? Dany, Pau, and Ale from The Warning RETURN t...

We all know artists build their own individual sound from the music and experiences they are influenced by. But to create truly great music is that enough? Should artists dive in to "influences squared?" Meaning should they dive into the influences of their influence to try and discover even more great music? Ryan from the band Sound&Shape joins the Chord Progression Podcast, with the new albu...

Don't you love it when a band comes together? I mean really comes together, has the ultimate chemistry, and makes incredible music? We all do. Well, we found a southern rock band that is doing just that, based on their long history as friends, their shared experiences, and ability to understand one another for the betterment of the band. The guys in Them Dirty Roses join the Chord Progression Podc...

Why are bands like Bad Omens, Bring Me the Horizon, Falling In Reverse, Sleep Token, and Knocked Loose hitting so well with so many people? What is the commonality between them? One reason could be their ability to blend unique ideas and genres together, another could be they embody what connects people to rock and metal music today. But we really found another reason.. they are vulnerable with th...

Every growing band out there is trying to do what they can to make it big, to become well known, and to live a life they always dreamed of. And that, is making music and sharing it all across the world. But those bands are going to have to take a leap of faith in order to make their dreams come true. One of those leaps of faith... finding a great producer and working with them on at least one song...

If you have been to a punk rock show lately, you may have noticed something about the demographic of the crowd... it tends to be a lot older. So the question is... is punk rock failing to connect with the next generation? We found an "all-around" punk band to explore this with, see what had changed, and get a better idea of how bands can help the younger generation find a home in Punk. Nick from t...

There is a certain hallmark that we have found with the most successful bands out there. Do you know what it is? We will tell you. That hallmark attribute is being able to make your art the way you want, and use it to drive the best and most genuine fan connection. You can find bands that will continue to grow in the industry if they have this quality. And do know one that has it. Damon from Of Vi...

It is never easy starting a band, and in 2024, it keeps getting more difficult. Where do you start? How do you start? How do you get noticed? How do you get booked on shows? There is no how to manual on this process. However, this band embroiled in all of this is going to give you that how-to manual, while showing you exactly who they are. DONEFOR joins the podcast all the way from Florida! with t...

Since 2017, we have only had 2 singles released from the legends in Oceano. Many are wondering what has been going on, why is new music taking so long, and what will this new music entail? Well, that is where we come in, with a podcast episode that will answer all of your questions the best that it can. Adam from Oceano joins the Chord Progression Podcast for a great hour of music conversation. On...

The fear of AI entering the music industry and completely changing the future of music to something less creative and more calculated is growing every day. Artists don't only have to compete for attention with each other, but now with an algorithm. However, this conversation shows us the many reasons why AI will NEVER overtake an artist in the music industry. From their impact, their ability, and...