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

Chord Progression Podcast
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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. Jul 16

    Can Midwest Emo Come From the UK? Breaking Down the Sound of Voted Most Likely

    What if we told you that Midwest Emo exists in the UK? Yes we are telling you the truth on that one. Thanks to Manic Kat Records and the guys at BSB TV, they provided us with suggestions around this band on a consistent basis in 2026. So, it is that time to see what they are made of. But what do we dive into with a Midwest Emo band? Do we decide to talk about their musical inspirations and how they are feeling connection to more fans as they grow? Do we talk about what it is like to be a Midwest Emo band in the UK and what to expect when coming to the USA? Do we talk about the band swiping right on each other to form? All of the above. The gents from the Newcaste Midwest Emo band Voted Most Likely join the Chord Progression Podcast, following their most recent release "I'm Still Using My Old MSN Password" (yes that is the name of the song so you know this band has it), we want you to discover this band. Today we discuss: - Writing Midwest Emo music while being quite far away from the origins and hotbed of the genre, the weedling & "jamming while you cry" vibes on "I'm Still Using My Old MSN Password," and the hate comment on the Punk News review that made the band think they made it. - What it is like playing Midwest Emo music in the UK, the fear the band has playing in the USA for the first time, and the importancing in understanding how to control the vibe of a live show. - How the band found each other on "Band Tinder" and how getting ghosted helped form Voted Most Likely. Not bad for our first Midwest Emo interview right? Tap the subscribe button for more interviews like this. Find Voted Most Likely Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Voted-Most-Likely-61563996815021/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/votedmostlikelyuk/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@voted.most.likely YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VotedMostLikelyUK Website: https://www.manickatrecords.com/voted-most-likely/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6AFFQo8Ek6VV5fwEVvw5n3?si=x9SnetkrSUyXesbFe19cgg Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/voted-most-likely/1779974683 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) Our First Midwest Emo Band: (1:45) Writing "I'm Still Using My Old MSN Password": (4:37) The "Fear" of Playing in the USA for the First Time: (8:57) Midwest Emo Survives on the Live Show Energy: (12:25) What is the Midwest Emo Scene in the UK?: (21:15) Recorrecting the Punk News Story: (29:16) What Else in 2026 & Beyond?: (31:04) The "Voted Most Likely" Origin Story, Online: (36:20) Talking Song Titles: (43:26) New Artist Suggestions: (51:42) Kevin's Final Thought; I'm Moving: (57:06)

  2. Jul 14

    Hardcore Band No Cure Breaks Down New Album "It Is Going To Get Dark" & Appealing to New Fans Live

    Hardcore music is still having its moment in the 2020's with artists like Knocked Loose, Kublai Khan, Alpha Wolf, and thrown continuing to grow, play in front of larger crowds, and even break through into the mainstream. Yes; the quality of the music has a lot to do with it. But what else is heping that breakthrough, is connecting with audiences outside of the hardcore genre. That isnt an easy thing, given the stigmas and characterizations hardcore bands have in their live shows, their energy, and overall aggressive sound. But if a hardcore band can play in front of a different audience, cater their live set to introduce a crowd to their sound, and succeed, you have a winner. This is one of those cases. Blaythe from the Alabama hardcore band No Cure joins the Chord Progression Podcast as the band releases their new album "It Is Going To Get Dark" out now. On this episode, we talk about: - Writing "It Is Going To Get Dark" and being more interested in exploring in depth, what the real sound No Cure truly has, compared to honing in on a specific sound and topic on something like an EP or a demo. - Touring with Cattle Decapitation, and understanding how a live show build and presentation can help any artist win over fans of a different genre. - The importance of having fun with the music, not regretting the safety of holding back later on in life. Gotta bring you some great hardcore music, or we aren't doing our jobs right. Tap subscribe for more episodes like this. Find No Cure Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nocurestraightedge/ Twitter: https://x.com/nocurexxx Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nocurestraightedge/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NOCUREXXX/featured Website & Merch: https://itisgoingtogetdark.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3nw6phs4P8q7lncRq3uurU?si=Mxo9i0QcTNajQNrtXhHMPQ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/no-cure/1611795581 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) Catching Up with No Cure Right Before Tour: (1:47) Writing "It Is Going To Get Dark": (4:11) Showing Off on "Brain Matter Displacement": (6:22) How Touring with Cattle Decapitation Helped No Cure Win Over Non-Hardcore Fans: (9:27) Willing to Do the Work as Long as It's Fun: (14:40) There Is More Coming in 2026?: (21:22) Kevin's Final Thought; Knowing the Audience You're Playing to at Each Show: (26:11)

  3. Jul 9

    Katerina Nicole Processes Grief on "Ladybug", Anger on "Black on White", and Talks Concert Booking

    In 2025, we brought you Katerina Nicole, an artist who started in the Pop and EDM world around 2022, and then pivoted to the heavy music space because it was a musical direction that she needed to take. It led her to working with her producer to introduce us to her sound and voice on the debut EP "Serene in Violent Oceans." A year and a half has gone by, and you may not remember her or have been wondering what she is up to. Wondering what direction her music has taken over that time, and where you can find her live. Well, we wanted those answers too. Katerina Nicole returns to the Chord Progression Podcast with the releases of her recent singles "Ladybug" and "Black on White" released now. Join us and catch up with Katerina as we talk about: - How she processed grief on the song "Ladybug" and how the more upbeat juxtaposition of the song's melody helps us process the attempts to save a life. - What Katerina has been up to since the release of "Serene in Violent Oceans" by taking the risks of writing the next batch of songs without outside help in order to discover new, & expand on current heavier sounds she connects with. - The struggle artists that do not fit into a specific genre or subgenera have with booking live shows over in Eurpoe. A fantastic catcup episode with some great overall insight. Tap the subscribe button because... more is coming your way. Find Katerina Nicole Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katerinanicolemusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAbpD06yRFggM_3jo3iqu9A Website: https://katerinanicolemusic.com Merch: https://katerinanicolemusic.com/collections/all Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1PHtnoxwzLCIFAfG49aCDo?si=7X9czvFdT-S0fEWcGXVJ0A Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/katerina-nicole/1615626996 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) Welcome Back Katerina Nicole: (1:41) Diving into Grief on "Ladybug": (3:03) The Fan Conceptualization of Grief: (9:47) Since "Serene in Voilent Oceans": (16:40) Releasing "Black on White": (25:14) The Rewards of Exploring a More Diverse Sound: (31:52) The Problem Booking Shows in Europe: (36:33) Kevin Asks for Fan Interaction: (43:44) New Artist Suggestions: (46:46) Kevin's Final Thought; Why Is Europe so Segmented Booking Live Shows?: (49:30)

  4. Jul 7

    How The Wise Man's Fear Created "Apocrypha" as DLC to "Castle in the Clouds": Nostalgia vs Retconing

    When you have a band with a sound that you loved of their's from the past, what are your thoughts when they release new music that is a deviation from that original album you fell in love with? Are you open to seeing where the sound will expand to? Or are you resistant to change and want them to stick with the sound that made the artist "pop"? 2015, everyone wanted sounds to be classified and segmented, without a deviation from the norm. 2026, experimentation and exploration in music writing is welcome and championed. So, if an artist were to go back to their original album and add on to it, what would happen? The guys from the fantasy metalcore band The Wise Man's Fear join the Chord Progression Podcast right after releasing their most recent EP, "Apocrypha" on June 26th, 2026. Join us for this episode as we dive into: - "Apocrypha," why it is an extension onto "Castle in the Clouds" and how they balanced nostalgia of their older sound, while embracing their new skills and influences in songwriting. - Figuring out where that line is between nostalgic songwriting and retconing an old idea with new material, while maintaining a consistent story throughline in the music's lore. - Using the live show to inform and guide what they want to do next with their music, not following some Tik Tok trend or pursuing algorithmic results. Plenty of great conversation and music wrapped up in this one. Tap the subscribe button for so much more. Find The Wise Man's Fear Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TWMFband/ Twitter: https://x.com/twmfband Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twmfband Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twmfband YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiJ-Qs7YFsjrqO_qL6uxWzQ Website: https://linktr.ee/twmfband Merch: https://www.relentlessmerch.store/collections/thewisemansfear Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Ir2YUbOtgP5GeOzQicQ44?si=HzjnCBuyRs-Sc07Sd4rUQA Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-wise-mans-fear/694043469 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) Let's Bring You The Wise Man's Fear: (1:58) "Apocrypha" is DLC to "Castle in the Clouds": (3:10) What's the Line Between Nostalgia and Retconing?: (11:09) No Barrier Between Genres, Retconing the 2016 Mentality: (16:59) Why The Wise Man's Fear Always Kept Door Open Stylistically: (23:40) The Guys Get Bored Fast with the Same Music Stylings: (32:41) How the Live Show is Informing their Next Songs: (37:02) What Else in 2026?: (51:07) New Artist Suggestions: (53:33) Kevin's Final Thought; Thank You for Expanding on the Past, not Retconing It: (1:01:52)

  5. Jul 2

    The Best Way Bands Can Audition Members through Creative Freedom: The Story of The Binding Divide

    We have had 2 former members of THE DEV on the podcast in 2026 to see what they are up to in music now, and get you to know them early on in their new ventures. So... what about the other 3? What have they been up to? Well they have started a new band and have found their sound. But what we discovered from them is that they had the most well thought-out audition process for a new vocalist, that we are surprised that more bands dont use. What's the secret? Ryan, Chris, & Jon return to the Chord Progression Podcast with their new band The Binding Divide, bringing new lead singer Alyssa with them as well. The band has 2 songs out now, including their most recent single "Satisfied." On this episode, we talk about: - How Alyssa joined The Binding Divide, and why other artists should audition new members by allowing them to show their creative side from the start, not just seeing if they match previously released material. - Writing new songs, and releasing 3 in 2026 that are vastly different from one another, in an effort to set up an experimental and unpredictable precedent. - If they will build a potato shooter and use it in music videos and live shows going forward. You're caught up with former members of THE DEV, and get more new music to enjoy. Tap the subscribe button for more episodes to come. Find The Binding Divide Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebindingdivide/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebindingdivide/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBindingDivide Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ojg3UmKZ5Ys6SrEo6Hd3H?si=XvenqiwPRD6eJhLfYRPuJQ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-binding-divide/1880011782 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) Another Great Return to the Podcast: (2:03) Finding the Sound after THE DEV: (4:40) Alyssa Joining the Band, with Creative Auditions: (6:44) The Positive Features of Auditioning with Creative Freedom: (11:21) Writing the First Batch of Songs: (16:49) The Setup of Unpredictable Music: (22:41) The Next Single Inspired by European Power Metal?: (31:52) The Potato Gun Idea is Born: (41:00) What's Coming Up?: (45:36) New Artist Suggestions: (52:06) Kevin's Final Thought; More Artists Should Audition New Members Like This: (56:55)

  6. Jun 30

    German Power Metal Band Dominum on New Album “Night Is Calling”: Unpredictable Zombie Power Metal

    In a new world where AI seems to be trying to take any job from anyone, and where uniqueness in rock & emtal music is being celebrated and promoted, it gives the artists a chance to still be unpredictable and become something that AI can't replicate. So if a metal band from Germany that was created with inspiration from zombie movies, video games, and TV shows wanted to try something new with their sound compared to their first two album, now would be the time to do it. There is no way AI could replicate that. Felix from the German power metal band Dominum joins the Chord Progression Podcast as the band is set to release their 3rd album "Night is Calling" on July 3rd. Join us as we dive deep into: - The difference in sound Dominum created on "Night is Calling" compared to their previous 2 albums, and how being able to test ideas out in a live seting helped create their most eclectic sound & album story to date. - How releasing the singles disproved any anxiety that more experimentation with their metal sound would not be received well, as all singles have been accepted by old & new fans for their unpredictability. - Reasoning why you should put down your phone to avoid surface level dopamine rushes, & embrace the real authentic connection with the moment on a deeper level. This episode is insanely heavy and fun for 30 minutes, perfect for what this album is. Tap the subscribe button for more episodes like this weekly. Find Dominum Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realdominum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdominum/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realdominum YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaKjY-_yZanwLTP_hMZcu_A Website: https://label.napalmrecords.com/dominum Merch: https://napalmrecords.com/dominum?product_list_dir=desc&product_list_order=release_date Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Nm9FxM65RZa6EgFV2z8S9?si=eHvtGzjyTbm7J_7FBppyBw Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dominum/1705431963 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) Let's Get into Dominum: (1:42) The Inventiveness of "Night Is Calling": (2:41) Worried About Massive Variety, Singles Disproved Worry: (9:30) AI Can't Recreate Unpredictablity that an Artist Can: (11:20) The Case of Putting Your Phone Down: (17:00) What's Left in 2026?: (25:10) New Artists Suggestions: (27:23) Kevin's Final Thought; Yes, Put the Phone Down: (30:46)

  7. Jun 25

    Chris Kelly of Hillhaven: Why "Dead Doesn't Hurt" & The Cyclical Nature of Music Genre Comebacks

    Since the resurrgence of rock and metal back into the mainstream since 2020, we have seen a massive amount of experimentation in the genres. But one thing we are seeing is a large number of bands find common influences in the style of nu metal. Music is cyclical, where genres that were once popular are making their return, influencing modern bands to create a new & evolved sound. Has this happened in the past? Will this happen in the future? Will the internet be a great catalyst of all of this? Yes. Chris Kelly from the metalcore band Hillhaven joins the Chord Progresion Podcast with more new music out, including the newest single "Dead Doesn't Hurt" out now. On this episode, we talk about: - The update from Hillhaven since 2024, why the lineup is now stabilized following the depatrue of other members due to other band commitments, and what will happen with upcoming live shows. - Cyclical nature of trends and music, analyizing why nu metal has resurged in popularity in both metalcore & modern metal, as well as why emo, pop punk, and butt rock influences of the 2000's very likely are next. - "Dead Doesn't Hurt" and the message of betrayal at the heart of the song, coupled with forgiving in order to move on so dead moments and emotions no longer hurt you. Both insightful and deep, just the way we like these conversations. Tap the subscribe button for a whole lot more coming your way. Find Hillhaven Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hillhavenband Twitter: https://x.com/hillhavenband Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hillhavenofficial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hillhavenband YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HillhavenOfficial Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vNkuljletnAn0brTxinRk?si=BH_YuPUbTryH-8Q74BGXdw Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hillhaven/1726229570 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) Chris Is Back for More: (1:38) The Hillhaven Lineup Stabilization since 2024: (3:14) Loyalty Restricting Creativity is Breaking Down in Metal: (12:05) The Cyclical Nature of Music Won't Let Genres Die: (15:18) Hot Topic Abandoned Us, but it's Cyclical: (23:15) Breaking Away from Being Pressured to Hate a Genre: (28:47) The Deep Backstory of "Dead Doesn't Hurt": (34:06) Polaris Influences All: (50:44) What Else in 2026?: (54:24) New Artists Suggestions: (57:10) Kevin's Final Thought; Flipping Hate in Reverse: (1:03:10)

  8. Jun 23

    Your Deep Dive into Siamese's New Album "dissolution": How To Write Music Free of Outside Pressure

    Musicians and artists, especially early on, have to deal with two major factors that could derail their creative mentality. Those factors being the pressures to make the project financially successful, as well as mentally being able to process negativity on social media. Success in handling these two factors can lead a band to success. Failure, could destroy the project. Success means finding happiness and a free flowing nature in the songwriting process. It allows music creation to be the thing that drives you, not the obligation of a 9-5 job that so many artists revile. Mirza from the Danish alt metal band Siamese joins the Chord Progression Podcast as the band is set to release their 8th album, dissolution, on June 26th. Join us for a great conversation as we talk about: - Why different external pressures hinder the creativity in the musicial world, and finding ways to relieve those pressures, especially financial pressures, helps ease the creative process. - Dealing with social media negativity in a band, and the strategies Siamese used to not be impacted by it. - How a sense of urgence and drive created the new album, dissolution, with all band members being fully involved in the writing process. A great band and a great album to end the first half of 2026. Hit the subscribe button as we have plenty more coming in the second half. Find Siamese Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/siamesedk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siamese_band/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=siamese+band Website: https://siamese.dk Merch: https://siamese.dk/collections/all-products Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Hx4gv3eoiodtu6XYHF1X0?si=TFOJ6eXqSJ20NSwe7QwlEg Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/siamese/1236907075 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) Live from a Car in Denmark: (1:56) Losing Feeling of Pressure for Band to Succeed Financially: (5:21) Wage War Story Confirms Financial Grind: (11:15) How Siamese has Dealt with Social Media Negativity: (15:49) Writing "dissolution" as a Full Album Experience: (26:29) The Non-Singles to Anticipate: (35:27) The Era of Encouraged Creative Freedom is Here: (39:15) What Else in 2026?: (43:13) New Artist Suggestions: (45:58) Kevin's Final Thought; Discipline Handling Social Media Negativity: (50:14)

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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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