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

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  Elias Soriano of Nonpoint Talks "The Last Word", 30 Years in Music, & Their First Independent Album 15.09.2026 27min

  At 30 years into their long career, Nonpoint are not showing any signs of slowing down. At this moment, they are still touring and playing energetic shows, putting out new music, and doing things their own way with their own label, 361 Degrees Records. Seems like the band could have done everything at this point, right?Well the band that still has a few surprises up their sleeves is about to release another record that is taking the sound of Nonpoint to its next evolution of exploration while still staying Nonpoint. But what is that, and should you get hyped about it?Elias from Nonpoint rejoins the Chord Progression Podcast again as the band is set to release their 11th album, The Last Word, on September 18th. The album also happens to be the first album of theirs released on 361 Degrees Records, their own label. Join us for a quick one as we talk about:- What it is like releasing "The Last Word" independently, and what they experienced as the label this time around, that many other artists can use to their knowledge in 2026.- Diving into the singles "Red Yeti" & "Is It," along with how the writing style of "The Last Word" added more synth and production experimentation more to the Nonpoint groove than ever before.- The song "Settled" being one of the most full and complete song of Nonpoint's style over 30 years.Nonpoint is a great band, a great live show, and a great guest. Tap the subscribe button to not miss out on another episode.Find Nonpoint Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nonpointofficialTwitter: https://twitter.com/nonpointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonpointband/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nonpointofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NonpointOfficialWebsite: https://nonpointstore.comMerch: https://nonpointstore.com/collections/allSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6BdSOHfQ6kMg0tbAFlXR1z?si=neu0ryLgQNGejYpEOQvXjQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nonpoint/39213Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Elias, Live from the Road: (1:44)Releasing First Album Independently: (2:41)Red Yeti: (7:01)How Nonpoint Enhanced their Style on "The Last Word": (9:33)The Non-Singles That Will Turn Heads: (12:48)What's Next After "The Last Word"?: (16:21)New Artist Suggestions: (21:40)Kevin's Final Thought; Nonpoint Shows How To Keep It Fresh After 30 Years: (24:28)
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  Scarhaven: The Band Causing Grunge to Make a Comeback | Modern Rock & 90s Grunge Revival 10.09.2026 45min

  Everyone's musical journey is different, and we all know that. We have had artists on the podcast before that have been making music since they were little (I mean we had Kage Archer on at 13 years old), and it is just in their blood. For some, it takes a little lounger in their journey of life to get there and thankfully, one way or another, they do.Thankfully we found an artist that found his love for music while needing to scratch a creative itch as acting was not lucrative during the pandemic. One that has taken to a style that so many people love, and is bringing a modern touch to it.Michael from the New York grunge bands Scarhaven joins the Chord Progression Podcast today. After the band has seen success on Sirius XM Octane with their song "My Way", a new song out called "Clouds", & plenty more great grunge music coming your way. On today's episode, discover the band as we talk about:- How Michael discovered grunge music later in life following a stalled acting career due to COVID, and created Scarhaven to scratch the undeniable creative itch & to be as honest as possible, musically.- The way Scarhaven blends their love of grunge music with other styles, and how their writing all starts from the riff.- What it has been like being featured on Sirius XM Octane, & how a revival of the 90's sound is coming back.Discover a new band that you are going to love. Tap the subscribe button and never miss another one.Find Scarhaven Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scarhavenTwitter: https://x.com/scarhavenmusicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarhavenTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scarhavenmusicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@scarhavenmusicWebsite: https://www.scarhaven.comMerch: https://store.scarhaven.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7yYuEhmPsIxsYHTDou8lRg?si=e7FlV-SmT866bDuEPympJQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/scarhaven/1824252672Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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 Introduction into Scarhaven: (1:36)Falling in Love with Grunge Music: (6:45)Writing the Music of Scarhaven, All from the Riff: (16:21)Having Music Featured on Sirius XM Octane: (21:48)The Newest Sound "Clouds": (28:44)Trying to See Scarhaven Live: (33:14)What's Next for Scarhaven?: (35:13)New Artist Suggestions: (38:30)Kevin's Final Thought; More Open Emotinal Music, the Better Variety: (42:19)
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  Patient Sixty-Seven's Tom Kiley on Mental Health, Music & Finding the Love for It Again 08.09.2026 1h

  It has been quite a long time since we last saw Tom Kiley from Patient Sixty-Seven on the podcast, over 3 years ago. This band is that metalcore artist that you always see posting great content online to make you take a lighthearted look at metalcore, and enjoy some great music. And off of that, they created an incredibly strong community of fans around them.But, it has been quiet from Patient Sixty-Seven for the past year. For those that have not been paying attention, they might not know what is going on with the band. For those in the community, they know what has been going on. And through their support, they have been instrumental in helping Patient Sixty-Seven get back to where they need to be, and to help Tom get back to where he wants to be.Tom Kiley from the Australian metalcore band Patient Sixty-Seven rejoins the Chord Progression Podcast for the 4th time as the band just released their new along "A Stitch In Time Saves None." Catch back up with Tom on this episode as we talk about:- How major life events and issues caused Tom to stop actively pursuing music due to self destructive tendencies, but how rediscovering his love for music brought him back to feeling like himself.- Why being vulnerable and honest with the Patient Sixty-Seven fans about his struggles, along with his own self-introspection, helped Tom & can help other through their own issues, knowing that they can change the outcome, not the event.- Writing the brand new album, and how the songs are reopening new pathways to the next chapter of Patient Sixty-Seven.We are happy Tom is back as the music world is in a better space with him here and happy. Tap the subscribe button because plenty more great episodes and artists are on the way.Find Patient Sixty Seven Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PatientSixtySevenPatient Sixty-Seven Street Team Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/409030976440523Twitter: https://twitter.com/Patient67bandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/patient67band/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patientsixtysevenYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@patientsixtysevenWebsite: https://patientsixtyseven.comMerch: https://patientsixtyseven.com/collections/allSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1wklENd4yCkEW1u0fkJR2c?si=wLjVs9QuQ5mOM91pPaF8aAApple Podcast: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/patient-sixty-seven/888773842Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Tom Kiley is Back: (2:00)What Happend to Patient Sixty-Seven?: (4:39)Tom Realized How Important Music Is Again: (9:48)Being Transparent to the Outcome, not the Event: (19:32)Music is the Outlet for All Things, Good & Bad: (26:21)Touring Australia with Of Mice & Men: (28:14)A Stitch in Time Saves None: (32:14)A New Patient Sixty-Seven Album: (36:46)What's Next: (50:50)New Artist Suggestions: (53:14)Kevin's Final Thought; Can't Change Event, Change Outcome: (57:15)
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  Showing Teeth & How "A Fate Worse Than Loneliness" Is the Best EP of 2026 for All Heavy Music 03.09.2026 36min

  Every person knows they have stumbled upon a special artist from the first time they really get to listen to them, and are taken aback in amazement of what they hear. There is a jolt of energy and inspiration that flows directly into your brain and into your soul and you just know, greatness in music is right in front of you.We got to check out this artist live once before, but due to an illness causing her voice to be rough, a second listen was required to really get to know the artist. When we had a chance to listen to her debut EP and really see what her sound was about, we knew we found something special, and the best EP of 2026.Showing Teeth is on the Chord Progression Podcast today with her brand new EP "A Fate Worse Than Loneliness" set to release on September 4th. Join us and really discover this artist that is about to blow up as we talk about:- Sonically writing "A Fate Worse Than Loneliness" as an audio diary, in order to show the massive theatric & thematic range by consistently revisiting old feelings through music & thoughts to choose one's self.- Showing Teeth's massive vocal range allowing for a sharp but controlled contrast between different ideas in her music, creating what is the best EP of 2026.- Why we live in the whackiest age of music where new acts trying new things are met with skepticism and caution, yet experimentation is promoted.This might be one of the most impressive sounds we have had on the Chord Progression Podcast in 7 and a half years. Tap the subscribe button as we find the next artist that will blow you away.Find Showing Teeth Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/showingteethTwitter: https://x.com/showingteeth_Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showing.teeth/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showing_teeth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@showingteethmusicWebsite: https://showingteeth.comMerch: https://shop.showingteeth.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6NmmsGOQdDqyXlNVA6uGWv?si=oKgELlgQS5ur48NhFueQegApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/showing-teeth/1846962760Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Hyping Up the EP Already: (1:45)Genre of Metalcore Has Never Been Whackier: (4:26)Writing "A Fate Worse Than Loneliness" Sonically as Audio Diary: (6:34)Massive Transitions with Insane Vocal Range: (12:12)Keeing Vocal Range True to the Song, not the Vocal Olympics: (16:51)Non-Released Song to Check Out: (20:00)What's Next: (27:40)New Artist Suggestions: (29:27)Kevin's Final Thought; Best EP of 2026: (33:28)
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  Dynamic Rock & Metalcore Artist Zahna Talks New Album "Break or Breakthrough" & It's Meaning of Hope 01.09.2026 54min

  When Zahna made her way to the Chord Progression Podcast 3.5 years ago for the release of her album "Stronger Than Death," we had a deep conversation about the real life struggles, trauma, and adversity that she had to go through in life to keep living, keep her dream alive, and continue to not let the world keep her down. It was not only impactful but a reminder to keep hope and to keep faith in moments of adversity.Now with 3 and a half more years, plenty more has happened. Unfortunately, plenty more moments of adversity and challenges to one's own resolve and faith continued to come Zahna's way. And writing a new record to process through all of it, is just what artists like her do best.Zahna returns to the Chord Progression Podcast with her brand new album "Break or Breakthrough" releasing on September 4th. Join us for her return as we talk about:- How the death of Zahna's father-in-law & following chaos shook her family's foundation, yet inspired Zahna to write about processing such a painful & raw experience on "Break or Breakthrough."- Why "Break or Breakthrough" is an allegory to Donte's Inferno, yet provides hope in the sense of faith and spirituality for all of those that listen.- Bringing in synth, pop, and other styles into an experimental way with her prior rock & metalcore style onto "Break or Breakthrough"A great time meeting with yet another returning artist to the podcast. Tap the subscribe button as we keep bringing returners back to the show.Find Zahna Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zahnaofficialTwitter: https://twitter.com/zahnaofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zahnaofficial/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zahnaofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZahnaOfficialWebsite: https://www.zahnaofficial.comMerch: https://www.zahnaofficial.com/merchSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0HvsF5I55057H9hTIkn60F?si=JT_wmWRqRzK6VsRmLtdxQwApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/zahna/1222175418Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Zahna Returns: (1:55)What Inspired "Break or Breakthrough" in 2024?: (5:01)"Break or Breakthrough" Allegory to "Dante's Inferno": (12:20)Album's Connection to Faith, Spirituality, & Hope: (17:10)Inspiration to Pull One's Self out of Despair: (21:45)Sonic Creation of "Break or Breakthrough": (28:07)Non-Singles to Watch For: (31:24)Spiritual, Not Political: (39:31)When is Touring Happening?: (42:28)New Artist Suggestions: (45:08)Kevin's Final Thought; Moments Ignite Our Belief & Hope: (50:57)
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  Travis from Colorblind Talks New Album and Unraveling the Truths & Beliefs Imprinted On Us 27.08.2026 39min

  We had Travis from Colorblind back on the Chord Progression Podcast last year around this time when the band was releasing their newest EP "Who Sold You This Truth." It was a good time, naturally, but it was just an EP, and he told us that more new music was coming our way.Now that it is one year later, there is more new music coming our way from Colorblind. And it takes us on a journey of self discovery with self worth, and understanding that some of the truths that we have been told, might not be just that. So, let's dive in.Travis from Colorblind is back on the Chord Progression Podcast once again as the band is set to release their new album "Who Sold You This Truth - Was It Your's To Hold" on August 28th. Dive into the album as we talk about:- Why "Who Sold You This Truth - Was It Your's To Hold" comes together as 2 EPs for one album, and why touring plans and timing were the cause for this kind of a release.- The theme of "Who Told You This Truth - Was It Your's To Hold" talking about how beliefs and perceptions that have been imprinted upon us can create a truth that cages you instead of setting you free, & why your opinion of you matters the most.- Colorblind not sacrificing their musical ideas to streamline into a more popular sound.A great return and a great band to get into if you havent already. Tap the subscribe button for many more like this.Find Colorblind Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColorblindtxTwitter: https://x.com/colorblindtxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/colorblindtx/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@colorblindtxYouTube: https://youtu.be/zcqDj8Odw3k?si=sZl0prJwVL8EU_pmWebsite: https://colorblindtx.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3kSDOw6bEMSStOjqLR2kVX?si=vCWfDAOTTRqAbynEJEPrXAApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/colorblind/1436863428Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Travis Returns: (1:38)Enjoying the Moment Being Colorblind: (3:37)Why Colorblind Decided to Release 2 EPs as an Album: (5:46)Each Song Explores Duality of Belief & Perception Either Cages You or Sets You Free: (9:45)A Joy to Make the Music, Not Streamlining to a Popular Sound: (14:44)Your Opinion of You Matters the Most: (22:30)What's Next for Colorblind?: (28:26)New Artist Suggestions: (32:21)Kevin's Final Thought; Your Opinion of You is Incredibly Appointment: (35:35)
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  Catch Your Breath Talks New Album "Not Broken Enough" & the Relatability of their Music 25.08.2026 56min

  Catch Your Breath first burst onto the scene with the smash hit song "Dial Tone" and have not looked back since. The song became insanely popular on Octane, the debut album "Shame On Me" took the band to new heights including large supporting tours, their own successful headlining runs, and the ability to consistently tour across the world.That success doesn't come without the music connecting heavily with a lot of people. And that is something that Catch Your Breath discovered is the key to their music, relatability. And with a new album set to come out, it is time to take the sound or relatability to the next level.Teddy from Catch Your Breath returns to the Chord Progression Podcast as the band is about to release their sophmore album "Not Broken Enough" on August 28th. Join us for the deep dive as we talk about:- The pressure Catch Your Breath is feeling around their sophmore album "Not Broken Enough" to show not only who they are & what they stand for, but to further solidify and elevate the band's identity.- The different ideas Catch Your Breath used on "Not Broken Enough," including Rewind being written in 3|4 time signature, & how the key to their music is relatability.- Being a headlining band and needint to great a live show & stage presence to match the musical sounds with the message of the band overall.Catch Your Breath keeps rolling, tap the subscribe button to not miss out on them, if you haven't become a fan yet.Find Catch Your Breath Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catchyourbreathTXTwitter: https://twitter.com/CYB_TXInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchyourbreathband/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@catchyourbreathtxYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchYourBreathWebsite: https://catchyourbreathband.comMerch: https://shop.catchyourbreathband.com/collections/allSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2fqPOGxG12nEERj8YG7p22?si=CCdheEC0Qvmk7FpkHN2bOQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/catch-your-breath/1263726911Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Teddy is Back Again: (1:44)What is Catch Your Breath Putting into the New Album?: (3:26)Focusing on Inter-Strong Transitions: (11:40)What did Catch Your Breath Add to the Songs on "Not Broken Enough": (17:02)The Need to Cater Stage Show to Musical Identity: (19:41)Doing a Song in 3|4 Time & Meaning of "Rewind": (28:45)The Relatability of Catch Your Breath's Music: (37:40)What's Next?: (45:59)New Artist Suggestions: (48:34)Kevin's Final Thought; Sophmore Album Growth: (52:34)
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  Why Rising Insane Took a Stance Against The Way of the World Today on New Album "Deathrace" 20.08.2026 57min

  What is it about the world today that has us less invested in everything that we do? We pass on music after 10 seconds just because the intro to one song was odd, and then never listen to that band again. We record an entire concert on our phones and never look up, failing to live in the moment. We do everything for social media, and are beholden to an algorithm we dont understand.It wont be until the individual stands up for him/herself and says no more. If anything since the start of the 2020's has shown us, this has to be the case. But, how do we speak up and stand against the norm? Well, here is an idea.Sven from the German metalcore band Rising Insane is back on the Chord Progression Podcast once again with the band's newest album "Deathrace" available August 21st. Join us for the deep dive into the idea of the album as we talk about:- How Rising Insane was able to add the features they did on their songs to enhance the already created versions, and how they were able to be more experimental with modern riffs while still holding true to the styles that they grew up on.- The meaning of the album "Deathrace" and how it is a critique of the world since the beginning of the 2020s, a commentary that could be seen as political for a non-political band.- Why we, as a society, have become less invested & less involved in the lives we lead based on the the world focus around AI, social media algorithms, and content that is rotting our brains from the inside out.A fun album and conversation that also takes a powerful turn. Tap the subscribe button for more episodes like this.Find Rising Insane Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/risinginsanebandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rising_insane/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxQGFZj18OLd9NhRKIS51IwWebsite: https://risinginsane.deMerch: https://risinginsane.de/shop/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7InRNmmQuAi5KGBFtfOkrf?si=2kPuZYczQdGKt6ZJyIWx4wApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/rising-insane/1230496010Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Sven is Back Once Again: (2:05)Using the Features to Enhance the Song's Sound: (4:01)Blending Riffs from Their Past with Modern Styles Today: (9:15)How the Features Amplified Rising Insane's Songs: (15:15)The Thematic Idea of Deathrace: (18:28)Connecting Deathrace to Social Media as a Band: (23:57)AI Marketing Flyer Epidemic to Stop Producing Creatively: (28:10)How Social Content Destroyed People's Attention Span for Music: (34:25)Don't Go to a Show & Watch It From Your Phone: (39:41)What's Next: (47:56)New Artist Suggestions: (49:34)Kevin's Final Thought; Live in the Moment: (53:21)
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  Why Australian Metalcore Band Ocean Sleeper Took 7 Years to Make New Album "Peace When I'm Dead" 18.08.2026 57min

  If we think back to the earliest days of recorded music being sent out massively to the public (think the 1950s), artists would release music left and right to try and maximize the amount of money they could make. Elvis Presley released 24 albums and 38 EPs over the course of 21 years, recording many covers and songs written by other people (no disrespect, just a fact). Today, it is a little different.Quality is at the forefront in a world where a song can be forgotten in 5 seconds thanks to the world of streaming. So quality, exploration, and an understanding of an individual sound needs to be taken more seriously. So for an Australian metalcore band to be releasing their 2nd album 7 years after their debut, you can understand why. But, they didnt stop growing.Ionei from the Australian metalcore band Ocean Sleeper joins the Chord Progression Podcast today with the band's new album "Peace When I'm Dead" releasing on August 21st. Join us for a great hour as we talk about:- Why Ocean Sleeper took 7 years to record a new album following up their debut 'Don't Leave Me This Way", but kept growing as a band, & how "Peace When I'm Dead" could ahve been 2 albums, but correct decisions and self producing the music kept it as one.- Why artists are caring more about the quality of the music and exploring where their sound could go contributes to longer release gaps, prior to pressures of the past of pumping out music as fast as you can for profit.- Ocean Sleeper focusing less on an "industrial" soudn to the album while also exploring beyond the poppier and happier songs from the past EPs.This is a fantastic conversation and Australian metalcore never disappoints. Tap the subscribe button for many more like this.Find Ocean Sleeper Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oceansleeperTwitter: https://x.com/oceansleeperauInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceansleeperTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oceansleeperYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/oceansleeperWebsite: https://www.oceansleeper.comMerch: https://www.oceansleeper.com/collections/allSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/04LbaB3D3XOMbfPnWmObAi?si=SivML77aRs-l81IAc1hQqwApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ocean-sleeper/1090647303Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)No Sleeping on Ocean Sleeper: (1:49)Why Did It Take 7 Years Between Albums?: (3:18)Caring About the Music More than Deadlines: (10:37)Can't Chase Success of Previous Albums: (16:05)The Writing of "Peace When I'm Dead": (20:11)The Non-Singles to Highlight: (31:49)What's Next? Milwaukee?: (45:07)New Artist Suggestions: (48:49)Kevin's Final Thought; Come Play Milwaukee: (52:55)
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  If Not For Me Explores Changing Emotional Perception on New Album "Where The Light Begins to Fade" 13.08.2026 1h 8min

  Artists that we have followed for years on the podcast continue to grow to success that most never thought they would get. And we love to not only show how far they have gotten, but how much more they still have left to go. It is all based on a commitment to making the best music, and a willingness to make the sacrifices to get there.There is a band that we interviewed all the way back in 2021 that many never knew of. Now, you have heard them all over Octane, have seen them play live supporting mainstay artists in modern metalcore like Electric Callby & Catch Your Breath, and there is no signs of stopping. Now with album number 3 about to release, what do they have in store for us?Patrick and Cody from the modern metalcore band If Not For Me return to the Chord Progression Podcast for the 4th time as the band is set to release their 3rd album "Where The Light Begins To Fade" on August 14th. With the new album releasing, we get into it with the band by talking about:- The non-stop touring, writing, and growth If Not For Me has done since the release of "Everything You Wanted" in 2024, and the sacrifices that the members of the band made in order to achieve their goals.- What new ideas and musical stylings did If Not For Me work with and discover on "Where The Light Begins To Fade," to expand the boundaries of higher pitched electronics & heavier metalcore fills.- How the lack of a theme allowed "Where The Light Begins To Fade" to be written around the massive amount of change and understanding reflection the band went through over the past 2 years.This is always fun, and 750 episodes later, we are still going strong. Hit the subscribe button soo that we can get to 1000 episodes with you on board.Find If Not For Me Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IfNotForMeTwitter: https://twitter.com/IfNotForMeBandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifnotforme/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ifnotformebandYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3STbyJQsRcZL4wR6oqhZEwWebsite: https://www.ifnotformeband.comMerch: https://www.ifnotformeband.com/s/shopLinkTree: https://linktr.ee/ifnotformeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5aqpMOXNPtkxwT7jWuE9Vd?si=ZZL-XbRsTN-EewwP-J8mPQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/if-not-for-me/979159673Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)4th Time is the Charm: (2:14)Super Busy Since "Everything You Wanted" Release in 2024: (3:56)Beginning to Explore New Elements in "Where The Light Begins To Fade": (10:21)New Found Appreciation for Artists in this Lifestyle: (19:48)Where the Sound Grew on "Where The Light Begins To Fade": (25:58)How Writing About Random Topics Covered the Amount of Change & Inner Reflection of Past 2 Years: (30:00)The Drumming Helping Tell a Proper Story: (39:28)The Release Plans for "Where The Light Begins To Fade": (47:53)This is 750: (49:31)What's Next: (56:12)New Artist Suggestions: (58:29)Kevin's Final Thought; Reflecting on 750 Episodes: (1:03:24)
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  Why Joyous Wolf Took 7 Years to Make The Debut Album "In Between" | A Case for Authentic Rock Music 11.08.2026 1h 4min

  Being an original rock band in 2026 is no easy feat like it once was. Rock music has an authenticity that could be felt through and through in the past, but now in the days of social media, it is a lot harder to let the authenticity shine when too many artists are pleasing social media & streaming algorithms.This rock band was on the podcast during the pandemic. It has been over 6 years of waiting for new music. Now we are getting it, and we not only get to show you why it has a sense of authenticity to it, but it creates a sense of personal "familiar" over nostalgia.Blake from the California rock band Joyous Wolf joins the Chord Progression Podcast as their brand new album "In Between" is set to release on August 21st. Join us as we get into the music on this episode as we talk about:- Why it took 7 years for Joyous Wolf to release their debut album following the release of their debut EP back in 2019, with reasons including heavy touring, the pandemic, and authentically connecting to their rock sound.- The shadow of relevancey that social media algorithms for musicians to always chase, but why the focus is on sound quality for Joyous Wolf, and that consisitency allows the band to stand out with their own brand.- "In Between," the rock music sense of familiar that it creates, and how Joyous Wolf learned that song dynamics have a dimmer switch throughout the song, not an on/off button.A great return for a great rock band. Tap the subscribe button for more episodes like this coming your way.Find Joyous Wolf Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyouswolfTwitter: https://x.com/JoyousWolfMusicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyouswolfmusic/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7W3_dDSqeHZCny8ZBumofgWebsite: https://joyouswolf.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/48vfT7i3EmuNEDAVRhzxpp?si=BzeFvqyzRoqWBttogkhbxQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/joyous-wolf/1014772786Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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 Joyous Wolf: (1:41)Why 7 Years Between EP and LP Release? :(3:44)Shadow of Relevancy in Today's Social Media World: (9:05)The "In Between" Writing Breakdown: (22:19)Hard for a Rock Band Not to be "Nostalgic": (32:08)Natural Songwriting, Depends on the Band: (36:14)The Non-Single to Watch For: (46:33)Next Live Show: (51:27)New Artist Suggestions: (52:31)Kevin's Final Thought; The Musical Sense of "Familiar": (1:01:41)
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  How Xandria Builds the Perfect Concert Setlist with the Release of New Album "Eclipse" 06.08.2026 32min

  Building a setlist for your band is not an easy thing to do correctly and successfully. There are so many different factors at play from the size of the crowd, the type of venue you are playing, the geographic location that you are playing in, and more. But there is one thing more important than others, understanding the emotion of your own music.As a musician on stage, you are the one playing, and your music is envoking different emotions in fans. Ballads bring down the energy and make people feel more emotional. Anthems bring the fans together. Energetic and uptempo songs get people moving and up the energy in the room. You are the conductor, but you have to understand how your music drives people to create the greatest experience possible.Ambre from the German symphonic metal band Xandria joins the Chord Progression Podcast today. The band's brand new album "Eclipse" releases on August 7th, and we go into the live stage on this one. On this episode, we talk about:- Why Xandria's released singles off of "Eclipse" worked live with an approach to cinematic grandure to their symphonic metal, and why some singles that artists release dont work out live but are powerhouses when fans listen solo.- How building the best setlist for a live show depends on many factors like crowd size, crowd makeup, venue style, geographic location, and is best discovered by trial & error to determine the proper emotional control of a crowd.- The reason why artist's typically only play their hits at festivals, due to the need of casting a wide net and provide the best energy for a crowd of differing levels of interest.A great episode with a band that knows how to do it live. Tap the subscribe button for much more on the Chord Progression Podcast.Find Xandria Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xandriaofficialTwitter: https://x.com/XandriaBandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/xandria_official/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKfzrr0MMPH_xFAx0JCD0-AWebsite: https://www.xandria.deMerch: https://shop.xandria.de/de/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jzIEzXVJ4p1kFDmio6LEL?si=4CxKbFJ2QgGhE4x1MeYfcwApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/xandria/76752772Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Boom, Xandria is Here: (1:51)The Reaction to New Songs Live & Why Some Singles Don't Work Live: (4:26)Building a Setlist for Best Interaction via Trial and Error: (7:34)Why Artists Play the Hits on Festival Sets: (15:07)The Non-Single to Watch For: (20:29)Return to USA?: (25:34)New Artist Suggestions: (26:16)Kevin's Final Thought; Understand Setlist Emotion: (29:27)
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  Dissecting Sorry X's Debut Album "Exes": Why an Artist's Debut Album Needs to Be a Launching Pad 04.08.2026 42min

  The debut album for an artist is more important than some artists realize, but not for the reason you think. Most people think that the debut album is meant to show us the true sound of the artist. If you end up like Linkin Park with Hybrid Theory, then yes that assumption is correct. But if you don't end up like Linkin Park, then is it considered a failure of a debut?That is where the idea is skewed. The debut isn't meant to be an artist's fully understood sound and that is it. It is meant to be a benchmark of where the artist is starting, and the discovery of potential of where they can go. If we think about it like that, debut albums can be so much more successful.Alexa from Sorry X rejoins the podcast once again with the release of her debut album, Exes, out now. With the debut album in focus, we talk about:- Discovering what artists should learn from writing their debut album, that it is a setup for a foundation of their sound to grow and not the quintessential sound they must stick to, while not staying rigid to their own expected timelines.- The fan reaction to "Exes" & Alexa feeling like she is finally building towards a community of fans & supporters.- Learning that your own vulnerability as an artist, for the betterment of your own mental health and success in your writing.Love to support artists we have had on the podcast continually over the past 7.5 years. Tap the subscribe button for so much more to discover.Find Sorry X Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sorryxmusicTwitter: https://x.com/sorryxmusicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sorryxmusicTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sorryxmusicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SorryXWebsite: http://www.sorryxmusic.comMerch: http://www.sorryxmusic.com/merch.htmlSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1iUS1TbK8JyjsC4ZhMRzaT?si=aGPziZIvQ1-Xtmf9sxN6aAApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sorry-x/1438777924Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Can't Do This One Live? So We Do It Online: (2:01)What Alexa Discovered Making her Debut Album: (4:02)Revelation to Not Restricting Creativity to a Timeline: (9:59)Fan Reaction to "Exes": (14:00)The Most Important Song on "Exes" for Sorry X: (16:48)"Afterthought" & Showing Future Vocal Range: (21:27)Learing to Own Your Vulnerability: (25:59)Growing in a Live Setting & Future Ideas: (28:12)What's Next?: (35:25)New Artist Suggestions: (36:31)Kevin's Final Thought; Debut Album is a Launching Pad: (39:28)
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  Meet Kage Archer: The 13 Year Old Metalcore Artist Set to Take The Metal Music Scene by Storm 30.07.2026 54min

  All of our favorite musicians have an origin story from when they were kids, finding the inspiration in the music that they would come to love and create along the way. But what if you could discover an artist that is that early in their career, and follow along with them every step of the way?Well that is what this episode is all about. A 13 year old that has taken the stage with artists like Motionless In White, From Ashes to New, Alpha Wolf, and more. A 13 year old that has been able to start creating music and sharing his sound with the world with a metalcore background. And now, you get it.Kage Archer joins the Chord Progression Podcast, as the youngest artist ever to join the show. With 3 songs out right now, including the most recent "Bonded by Blood", we dive into it on this episode as we talk about:- The backstory of Kage Archer getting into heavy music, how his attempt to scream for $20 led to a viral moment, and how performing Slaughterhouse with Motionless in White on stage inspired him to get into music for himself.- Making music with some of the biggest names in the heavy music scene, including Taylor Barber of Left to Suffer & producer Hiram Hernandez, and how experimenting with sound around his deepening vocals over time creates a unique opportunity for exploration.- The inspriation to find his own sound, and why he isn't following the suggestions of his teachers by "focusing on studying more than music."This podcast is how you discover great new artists. Tap the subscribe button as we are going to bring you so many more.Find Kage Archer Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567041191272Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kage_archerTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kagearcherYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcqXtMSkH7q6NzpUjp6fj1wSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4J5yNPryyCxOYnOLt6gdsR?si=Xq7HJT_VRq2txntOwwUlYgApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kage-archer/1778985375Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Meet Kage Archer: (1:40)The Kage Archer Backstory & Parents Support: (3:17)Making Music with Taylor Barber & Hiram Hernandez: (8:18)Understanding Kage's Growing Vocals:(12:30)Kage's Hope to Discover his Sound: (23:22)Talking Tour Genre Mashing Inspiration: (27:21)Fun Moshing Stories: (32:22)Band's That Don't Take Music Too Seriously: (39:29)Not Letting Others' Opinions Get in the Way: (42:24)What's Next?: (48:02)New Artists to Check Out: (48:30)Kevin's Final Thought; In A Room of Empty Faces, Don't Go Changing: (51:07)
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  Maria from Future Palace Deep Dives New Album "Resurgence" & It's Focus On Healing & Doing Better 28.07.2026 55min

  It has been incredible following along with Future Palace ever since the release of their album "Run" in 2022. We have seen them headline tours throughout Europe, open for Electric Callboy, release the album "Distortion" in 2024, all while tackling topics like imposter syndrome and mental health issues. This band is one of our favorites we have ever discovered here.So why are we doing an intro like this? Does that mean there is more new music coming from this great band? And what is the next step in the journey for Future Palace compared to their first 3 albums? Let's find out.Maria from Future Palace returns to the Chord Progression Podcast for a 3rd time as the band is set to release their 4th album "Resurgence" on July 31st. Join us for an hour with Maria as we discuss:- Future Palace headlining a tour in North America in 2025, and the incredible response mixed with positive energy that the band experienced from US and Canada fans.- How AI and bad business practices have dragged down artist ambitions over time, but how musical unpredictablity and human connection still inspire artists to this day.- The new album "Resurgence" and how it focuses more on healing, with a positive emotional connotation, compared to the previous albums focusing on more emotional processing with darker vibes.-"Tidal Wave", the nervousness of releasing such a vulnerable ballad, but why it is so well done.If you can't tell, we are big Future Palace fans and we want you to be too. Tap the subscribe button to become a fan of more great bands.Find Future Palace Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurepalaceTwitter: https://x.com/FuturePalaceDEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurepalaceofficial/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurepalaceYouTube: https://youtu.be/_DYixxbUFB0?si=oxR-ZrzLY55zzZgvWebsite: https://future-palace.comMerch: https://future-palace.com/#shopSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4QnuZOyl4C9d1keyOZXJ21?si=X5mrtbwxRDi_dSjD7iXvPQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/future-palace/1457925016Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)Maria is Back for the 3rd Time: (2:00)Recapping 2025 North American Headlining Tour: (5:23)Predicting Live Show Growth for Future Palace in USA: (11:59)The Inspiration of "Resurgence": (20:17)Are AI & Bad Business Practices Detering Artist Ambition?: (28:34)Tidal Wave: (38:41)What's Up for 2027?: (46:19)New Artist Suggestions: (47:40)Kevin's Final Thought; Full Support for Future Palace: (51:21)
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  Can Midwest Emo Come From the UK? Breaking Down the Sound of Voted Most Likely 16.07.2026 1h

  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.likelyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VotedMostLikelyUKWebsite: https://www.manickatrecords.com/voted-most-likely/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6AFFQo8Ek6VV5fwEVvw5n3?si=x9SnetkrSUyXesbFe19cggApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/voted-most-likely/1779974683Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)
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  Hardcore Band No Cure Breaks Down New Album "It Is Going To Get Dark" & Appealing to New Fans Live 14.07.2026 29min

  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/nocurexxxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nocurestraightedge/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NOCUREXXX/featuredWebsite & Merch: https://itisgoingtogetdark.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3nw6phs4P8q7lncRq3uurU?si=Mxo9i0QcTNajQNrtXhHMPQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/no-cure/1611795581Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)
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  Katerina Nicole Processes Grief on "Ladybug", Anger on "Black on White", and Talks Concert Booking 09.07.2026 53min

  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_3jo3iqu9AWebsite: https://katerinanicolemusic.comMerch: https://katerinanicolemusic.com/collections/allSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1PHtnoxwzLCIFAfG49aCDo?si=7X9czvFdT-S0fEWcGXVJ0AApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/katerina-nicole/1615626996Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)
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  How The Wise Man's Fear Created "Apocrypha" as DLC to "Castle in the Clouds": Nostalgia vs Retconing 07.07.2026 1h 4min

  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/twmfbandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/twmfbandTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twmfbandYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiJ-Qs7YFsjrqO_qL6uxWzQWebsite: https://linktr.ee/twmfbandMerch: https://www.relentlessmerch.store/collections/thewisemansfearSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Ir2YUbOtgP5GeOzQicQ44?si=HzjnCBuyRs-Sc07Sd4rUQAApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-wise-mans-fear/694043469Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)
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  The Best Way Bands Can Audition Members through Creative Freedom: The Story of The Binding Divide 02.07.2026 1h

  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/@TheBindingDivideSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ojg3UmKZ5Ys6SrEo6Hd3H?si=XvenqiwPRD6eJhLfYRPuJQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-binding-divide/1880011782Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord 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)