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

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The podcast Rolling Stone said "initiates profound discussions with rock and metal artists, allowing fans to discover the creative workflow of their favorite musicians and understand the factors that make the bands succeed or fall from fame." https://tinyurl.com/rollingstonecppod Kevin AKA the moshing mad man who isn’t tame or timid, derives his non-stop energy from rock & metal music. But that wasn’t the case in 2017, when he was depressed and almost ended his life, with music being one of his only sources of happiness and individuality. The Chord Progression Podcast, releases 2 episodes every week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, inspiring young rock and metal fans to discover new music, connect with their favorite brand and fuel their desire to connect and feel accepted. This podcast reinvigorated his life, allowing him to connect with rock & metal fans. Speaking with new rock & metal artists each week, becoming part and also building one of the best music communities there is with this Podcast! If you want to: - Connect with your favorite bands - Become part of a wider rock and metal community - Discover the creative workflow of how the best rock & metal music are created - And understand the key indicator of pitfalls and success of bands Scroll up, click follow and start listening to our fan favorite episode titled THE NEXT BIG THING FOR WOMEN IN ROCK MUSIC: Voice of Baceprot Talk New Music and New Tour in 2023

  1. 5H AGO

    Warped Tour 2026: Kevin Lyman on the Festival's Legacy, and Why It Inspired a Generation of Artists

    If you are a part of the heavy music scene or alternative scene in any way, Warped Tour has touched your life in more ways that one. Whether it was spending all day in the summer moshing to your favorite bands, discovering new artists, or finding a sense of community where you maybe felt alone. Warped Tour was there. And when it went away after 2018, there was a void, but their legacy lived on. With Warped Tour returning in 2025 and continuing in 2026, not only is the festival's legacy continuing with what they are doing, but their influence across the music scene is undeniable. A new chapter of Warped Tour is here, and it is a beautiful thing. Warped Tour founder, creator, and showrunner Kevin Lyman joins the Chord Progression Podcast today before the start of Warped Tour 2026. Get hyped for your favorite festival as we talk about: - How Warped Tour continues to support bands of all sizes in the heavy music & alternative music scene with grandure, refusing to let the scene fade into the background, while curating a festival for a generational experience. - The legacy of Warped Tour, why going away after 2018 made the heart grow fonder for many music fans, and how Warped Tour has been influencing the scene & music festivals to this day. - Supporting non-profits and using Warped Tour as a cause for good in every community that they show up in. This is a generational episode, and we plan to bring you more of this live from Warped Tour 2026 this summer. Hit that subscribe button so you dont miss out. Find Warped Tour Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanswarpedtour/ Twitter: https://x.com/vanswarpedtour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanswarpedtour Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vanswarpedtourofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VansWarpedTour Website/Tickets: https://www.vanswarpedtour.com Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) Kevin Lyman is HERE!: (1:52) Continuing to Support All Sizes of Artists with Grandure: (3:00) The Trust Warped Tour Fans Have in the Festival: (9:59) Strength Behind Female Artists in the 2020's: (16:20) Keeping Warped Tour Affordable: (20:00) Why Warped Tour is Back: (23:59) Throwing Grass & Dirt at Bands in Montreal: (29:40) Continuing to Work with Non-Profits & Supporting Local Communities: (31:01) The Legacy of Warped Tour is Alive and Well: (42:00) New Artists to Check Out: (46:48) Kevin's Final Thought; Warped Tour's Legacy Will Never Die: (50:25)

    54 min

  2. 2D AGO

    The Adventurous Metalcore Album of 2026: Breaking Down "The Anatomy of Survival" with Vicious Rain

    Typically when music fans hear a band decided to get "experimental" on a new album, there is a stigma attached to it that makes fans question the direction. What is this new sound going to be? Is this change going to be a massive shift from what the band has as its core sound? But what would be a word for an album where a band does take those chances and has a lot of natural flowing fun while doing it? Would it match when the sound is rather exploratory but still connective with their core sound? We have it and it is called... adventurous. David and Mauro from the Swiss metalcore band Vicious Rain return to the Chord Progression Podcast for a 2nd time. With their brand new album The Anatomy of Surviving releasing on March 13th, we have to see how they got to this point and get you excited for the new album. Today we discuss: - How receptive new fans have been to the band following the release of the first album, There Is Beauty in Leting Go, through a connective link between the music and peoples' life experiences. - Writing The Anatomy of Surviving what a fun, natural flow that creates a well balanced, connective, and adventurous album that shows grounded evolution. - A full breakdown of the adventurous songs on The Anatomy of Surviving, solidifying it as one of the most fun records to experience in 2026. A fantastic album that we would have loved to continue to deep dive, but we will leave the rest to you. Tap the subscrube button as we do more of these episodes to dive deep into the adventurous albums of 2026. Find Vicious Rain Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/viciousrainband Twitter: https://x.com/viciousrainband Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viciousrainband Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viciousrainband YouTube: https://youtu.be/lqgFNt_S9QA?si=8AJPH_P6IH0PkoYa Website: https://viciousrain.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gMc4HiJRY9g63KiaulaBp?si=rjUf3Lk5QNGqxb_IAHSc3A Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/vicious-rain/1669609199 Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) The Return of Vicious Rain: (1:46) Fan Reception since "There Is Beauty in Letting Go": (2:59) The Adventurous Creation of "The Anatomy of Surviving": (9:26) Breaking Down Adventurous Songs on "The Anatomy of Surviving": (14:15) What's Up Next in 2026?: (24:29) New Artists to Check Out: (26:27) Kevin's Final Thought; Difference Between Experimental & Adventurous Albums: (30:47)

    34 min

  3. MAR 5

    Metalocalypse Turns 20! Brendon Small on Legacy of Dethklok, Metalocalypse, & Heavy Metal in History

    20 years ago, the world was graced with the greatest, most crude, and yet hysterical cartoon TV show ever made called Metalocalypse. Following the adventures of Dethklok, it became a cult classic that is still watched and loved by many today. And of course, the creators are more than happy to take this music on the road live to the people today. But what is the legacy of a show if it was made 20 years ago and fans of heavy music are still flocking to it to this day? Especially in a world where content is ever changing and evolving to a mass audience with a much shorter attention span, will it stand the test of time? Well... absolutely! Brendon Small, the creator of Dethklok and Metalocalypse, joins the Chord Progression Podcast today. Dethklok is set to go out on the road in spring 2026 with Amon Amarth to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Metalocalypse, leaving a great time to reflect. On this episode, we talk about: - The way Dethklok is preparring for a tour celebrating 20 years of Metalocalypse, bringing you an evening of live & animated, bonkers entertainment, fitting of the Metalocalypse style. - Why the continued legacy of Metalocalypse continues to grow 20 years after the show's debut, and its focus on a much loved niche continues to drive fans to the show. - How metal music has a subterranean pull on people and music lovers in general, when the world is in a time peroid of social, political, and/or economic unrest. 30 minutes isnt enough and we wanted more. Subscribe to the podcast now so you make sure we get that part 2! Find Dethklok Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialDethklok Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metalocalypse/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnUSFqfwujMpif6d0t4dZvA Website: https://dethkloklive.com Merch: https://shopdethklok.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7u12AuhJ5AaJIgZAZe0US8?si=gxJ_NMWqRaKetiw5ChaJRA Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/metalocalypse-dethklok/264135825 Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) Metalocalypse on the Chord Progression Podcast!: (1:38) Prepping for 20 Years of Metalocalypse Tour:(2:37) The Legacy of Metalocalypse Continues Live: (8:10) Dethklok's Ever-Lasting Nice with Metalocalypse: (13:20) Why Today's Mass Content Strategy Can't Beat the Niche of Metalocalypse: (16:18) Heavy Metal's Subterranean Pull During Social Instability: (23:45) New Artists to Check Out: (28:48) Kevin's Final Thought; Incredible Insight on Metal in Moments of Uncertainty: (33:04)

    37 min

  4. MAR 3

    How Archers Continued Their Rise in The Heavy Music Scene with Signing to Fearless Records

    Back in 2024, Archers joined the Chord Progression Podcast after so many previous guests said this was a band that you should be listening to. At that time, they were set to release their EP "All That I Have Left." So what has happened to the band since then? Another great EP released in 2025, followed by a number of tours, and a consistent growth that led to Archers continuing to grow in the heavy music scene, and almost 500,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. So how did this all end up and how did they do this? Well Grayson from Archers joins us on the Chord Progression Podcast once again. With the band announcing their signing to Fearless Records, releasing their recent single "The Dirt," and continued touring, join us as we talk about: - The rise of Archers since the release of their "All That I Have Left" EP in 2024, that led to the band achieving a childhood dream of signing with Fearless Records. - How the band built their success with sustained growth over the long term, using consistent hard work and proper timing, with the help of a great fan base. - A brand new song "The Dirt" and how the connection of the song differs between the live setting on tour and the recorded version, but both hit hard. A fantastic time to catch up with one of the biggest rising bands in heavy music today. Tap the subscribe button for more interviews like this! Find ARCHERS Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArchersOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/archersus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archersus Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@archersband YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ArchersTV Website: https://linktr.ee/archersband Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5aJJUTEzIbxdogCW6Qpire?si=pYMmNZu6Q26_59J2AJzgLQ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/archers/961643973 Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) Your Mom's Favorite Metalcore Band Is Back!: (1:36) Opening for The Used in Milwaukee: (6:06) How Archers Signed with Fearless Records: (8:04) Why Archers Used Proper Timing and Hard Work to Sustained Success: (11:41) Giving the Fans Their Flowers for Supporting Archers: (17:00) Live vs. Recorded Reception of "The Dirt": (25:09) The Hometown Madison Show on March 1st: (35:34) What Else Is On Deck for 2026: (37:07) New Artists to Check Out: (40:51) Kevin's Final Thought; Success Doesn't Work Unless You Do: (46:35)

    50 min

  5. FEB 26

    Chuck Billy of Testament Talks Success of Para Bellum and How New Influences Keep Testament Fresh

    40 years into any band's career (if they get that far), it is hard to imagine them continuing to innovate, reinvigorate their sound, and create music at such a high level. We have seen great artists play the hits in the twilight of their career, and that is fine as they have earned it. But this band isn't just any other band. They are one that somehow continued to reinvigorate their thrash metal sound as time went on. So much so that when they released their 14th album in 2025, it was considered to be one of, if not, the best albums of the year. So... how did this happen. Chuck Billy from the thrash metal legends Testament joins the Chord Progression Podcast today. With the release of their 14th album, Para Bellum, in late 2025 and a brand new tour in the spring of 2026, we had a chance to catch up with this living legend for a great conversation. On this episode, we talk about: - The songwriting behind Para Bellum and how bringing in a freshness to Testament's legendary sound was done thanks to the influences from drummer Chris Dovas. - How not challenging the music and being open to newer influences allowed Testament to both vocally and instrumentally create one of the best albums of 2025. - What the future of Testament's writing will look like, and how it will continue to evolve over time so the band can keep creating at a high level. A legendary conversation with a legend of the metal industry. Tap the subscribe button because plenty more are coming your way. Find Testament Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/testamentlegions/ Twitter: https://x.com/testament Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/testamentofficial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0HZ7oBniMsRBI4skF6LClQ Website: https://www.testamentlegions.com/site/ Merch: https://testamentlegions.store Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/28hJdGN1Awf7u3ifk2lVkg?si=dahThi2fQTmtyEjmxprgig Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/testament/157139 Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) Chuck Billy on the Podcast?: (1:37) Creating Para Bellum with a Fresh Sound: (3:30) Will Much of Para Bellum be Played on 2026 US Tour?: (7:31) How Para Ballum Became Regarded as a Great Album: (9:19) Seeing the Live Reation in Real Time: (18:56) Peer Pressuring Danny Wimmer Presents: (20:40) The European Festivals Testament is Looking Forward To: (21:44) 2026 Tour Preview: (24:29) Chuck's Prediction for Rock & Metal in 2026: (28:00) New Artists to Check Out: (33:48) Kevin's Final Thought; Why testament Breakd Mold of Established Bands & New Music: (37:33)

    40 min

  6. FEB 24

    Previewing Varials’ New Album “Where The Light Leaves” & the Future of Hardcore Music

    Heavy music, espescially hardcore music, has continually risen not only in quality, but in prominence throught the heavy scene and culture since the early 2020's. Even we have gotten heavily into the music since that time. But why is that? And how are artists in that heavy genre continuing to contribute to this rise? Well with one of best bands in that scene releasing a brand new album to kick off 2026, we not only answer those questions, but see how they are going to be contributing to that rise with their brand new album. Is it going to succeed? Is it their best work yet? Shane from Varials joins the Chord Progression Podcast today! With Varials releasing their new album "Where The Light Leaves" on February 27th, we see how they are going to use this to contribute to that rise of hardcore music in the 2020's. On this episode, we talk about: - Why hardcore music is getting more and more popular by the day, from fans diving deeper into how heavy music can go with their personal tastes, along with artists delivering their message in more passionate and catchy ways. - How a lack of prejudice in music tastes from newer fans has helped the growth of heavy music to what it has become today, and what it will continue to become throughout the rest of the decade. - The brand new album "Where The Light Leaves" giving you a preview of the entire thing and showing why this is Varials best album to date. A fantastic episode for all the heavy music and hardcore music fans out there. Tap the subscribe button to not miss out on any future episodes. Find Varials Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VarialsPA Twitter: https://x.com/varialspa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/varialspa Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@varialsband YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClh7a3djtZm2V8JvUU09b3g Website: https://varialspa.net Merch: https://shopvarialsworldwide.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EFV3PmaXblKwNbvpkGv9l?si=XPZkaIFZRgep2AORu3DPNg Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/varials/1049409377 Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) Busy, Exciting Times for Varials in 2026: (1:56) The Rise of Hardcore Music to Mass Audiences: (3:54) Lack of Prejudice in Heavy Music Fans Helped Bring Heavy Music & Bands Back: (13:01) Making Varials a Full Career, Finally: (19:32) Previewing "Where The Light Leaves": (23:40) Highlighting Songs to Check Out on Release Day: (28:41) Toughest Song to Write on "Where The Light Leaves": (35:29) What Else is On Tap for 2026?: (39:32) New Artists to Check Out: (40:32) Kevin's Final Thought; Showing Varials at their Best: (43:41)

    47 min

  7. FEB 19

    Deep Diving The Gloom In The Corner’s New Album “Royal Discordance” | Concluding the Trilogy

    The Gloom In the Corner is a band that a lot of diehard metalcore fans know of for their consistently heavy metalcore, and the ability to create an expansive story and world from album to album. It is like trying to make a high quality trilogy story on par with Lord of the Rings, but through albums. Following the release of Trinity in 2023 and globe-trotting tours, it is now time for the band to conclude this last part of the story with a new album. But how will the story end? What is different about the music now compared to then? And did the live reception the band got on the road influence the next sound? Mikey from the Australian metalcore band The Gloom in the Corner is on the podcast today. With the band's 4th full album, Royal Discordance, releasing on February 27th, join us for this epic episode as we discuss: - The story behind Royal Discordance, as it completes the trilogy of Flesh & Bones along with Trinity, focusing in on character emotions throughout the end of the story compared to a presentation of disposition. - How playing live shows across the world for Trinity led the band to bring more sonic diversity to Royal Discordance, in order to create a greater impact for fans on a repeat listen & live setting. - Which of the non-singles you need to be prepared for with the entire release of the album drops. This episode will show you how The Gloom in the Corner will win in 2026. Hit the subscribe button as we keep bringing the bands and artists that are going to be winning year over year. Find The Gloom In The Corner Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tgitcband Twitter: https://x.com/tgitcband Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegloominthecornvr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegloominthecorner YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegloominthecorner6049 Merch: https://sharptonerecords.co/collections/the-gloom-in-the-corner?srsltid=AfmBOorkXZ08sbyL0CIENqaU-n0Xx6mutgIJLZXOwdQjV32IrWR835Vy Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4dJTtqdQ6GlgNr8TNkzh65?si=EXKF_moOSW6SJaUxhUsAkA Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-gloom-in-the-corner/1163152336 Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) Mikey is Back: (1:41) Recapping the Growth since 2023: (3:43) The Continued Story of Royal Discordance: (6:17) Writing Difference of Trinity to Royal Discordance: (11:00) Sonic Influence of Royal Discordance: (13:58) The Non-Singles We Want to Highlight: (23:54) That's Life (Carry Me Home): (34:00) Making A Statement Live: (40:41) What Else in 2026?: (45:19) New Artists to Check Out: (46:46) Kevin's Final Thought; Conceptual Storytelling with Emotional Base Might be Genius: (51:02)

    54 min

  8. FEB 17

    Why Musicians Need to Build Their Own Brand & Not Become a Meme Band: Everbloom Tackles Social Media

    Every single day, it becomes harder and harder for musicians to stand out and be noticed. This is due to a number of factors from increades competition from so many other musicians releasing music, following the algorithms of social media and streaming platforms, and everything else trying to grab your attention. Newer artists have it even tougher as they do not have an established brand or an established identity yet with the masses to be recognized and given that attention outright. So what must they do in order to give themselves a chance online? Create a brand that is uniquely them, but not fall prey to the algorithms and become a "meme band." Austin and Ryan from the emo/melodic hardcore band Everbloom join the Chord Progression Podcast today. With a new band on the horizon for you, we dive deep into this new artist by discussing: - The origin of Everbloom and the importance of finding other band members that are just as invested in the success of it as the rest of the members are. - How important it is to properly create a brand for the branmd and for the music both visually, and to create a consistent sonic connection with the fans that they can immediately connect with. - Songs like "The Day We Said Goodbye" with its emotional toll, and the aggressive upcoming song "The Luxury of Decency," focusing on why being beholden to an algorithm on social media and playing into it directly can be a negative move in the long run. Young artists and music fans take note, this is what artists are dealing with today. Tap the subscribe button as much more like this will continue to come your way. Find Everbloom Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everbloom.noise Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everbloom.noise Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everbloom.noise YouTube: https://youtu.be/8k_2XB8hc-I?si=aEaszbk9rii65Xcn Merch: https://everbloomnoise.bigcartel.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2sx3Hd5b5ngatbPEuW0BXL?si=fyBd0RONQbyM2Lzz8e2I3g Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/everbloom/1851544939 Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems! Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build! https://darkfusionsystems.com Follow us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/cppodofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQ Chord Progression Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLk Chord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657 Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4ba Chord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/ Podcast Webpage: https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/ Welcome: (0:00) A New Face, & A Returning One, Kicks Us Off: (1:51) The Origin Story of Everbloom: (4:02) The Imortance of Properly Branding your Band & Music: (11:45) Writing "The Day We Said Goodbye" to Sound Distant: (21:29) The Cricket Sample?: (28:29) What's the Next Single?: (32:25) A Younger Band's Take on the Tik Tok & Social Media Problem for Musicians: (37:08) The Meme Band Trap: (40:55) What's Next in 2026?: (50:11) New Artits to Check Out: (53:32) Kevin's Final Thought; Reflecting on 700 Episodes: (1:01:02)

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The podcast Rolling Stone said "initiates profound discussions with rock and metal artists, allowing fans to discover the creative workflow of their favorite musicians and understand the factors that make the bands succeed or fall from fame." https://tinyurl.com/rollingstonecppod Kevin AKA the moshing mad man who isn’t tame or timid, derives his non-stop energy from rock & metal music. But that wasn’t the case in 2017, when he was depressed and almost ended his life, with music being one of his only sources of happiness and individuality. The Chord Progression Podcast, releases 2 episodes every week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, inspiring young rock and metal fans to discover new music, connect with their favorite brand and fuel their desire to connect and feel accepted. This podcast reinvigorated his life, allowing him to connect with rock & metal fans. Speaking with new rock & metal artists each week, becoming part and also building one of the best music communities there is with this Podcast! If you want to: - Connect with your favorite bands - Become part of a wider rock and metal community - Discover the creative workflow of how the best rock & metal music are created - And understand the key indicator of pitfalls and success of bands Scroll up, click follow and start listening to our fan favorite episode titled THE NEXT BIG THING FOR WOMEN IN ROCK MUSIC: Voice of Baceprot Talk New Music and New Tour in 2023

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