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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Matias Juselius and Marcus Pellas of the band Lamori about their new album ‘Neon Blood Fire’ out now via Wormholedeath Records.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Matias and Marcus learned trying new things to get a heavier sound on their latest record.
'Neon Blood Fire' was Produced, Mixed, Mastered by Jonathan Mazzeo at The Grid Productions Europe (https://www.thegrideurope.com/).
The band Words That Burn is for fans of: The 69 Eyes, Lacrimas Profundere, Entwine, Charon, For My Pain…
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Try new things in the studio and in the songs to spice things up.
2. Work with a producer who also plays the instruments so they know how each instrument works, sounds, behaves, and what defines its purpose in the music
3. Work with a team that you know, and who loves and supports your work. Together the team vibe produces something greater than what could've been without the support.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Devin Townsend about his new album 'Lightwork' out now via Century Media Records, as well as the Dreamsonic Tour 2023 with Dream Theater, Animals as Leaders, and Devin Townsend.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Devin learned working with producer, Garth Richardson and more information about the Dreamsonic Tour 2023.
'Lightwork' was Produced by Garth Richardson, Mastered by Troy Glessner
The band Words That Burn is for fans of: Dream Theater, Animals As Leaders, Spock's Beard, Strapping Young Lad
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Try working with a producer if you haven’t in the past, as it can help to filter some ideas in forcing you to listen to someone else.
2. Know the kind of person you are, and therefore the kind of people to have around you to ensure a right fit for the team. A good team goes places further.
3. Document moments in your life as accurately as possible. People will resonate with the art that you create as a result.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Jyrki 69 of the band The 69 Eyes about their new album ‘Death of Darkness’ out now via Atomic Fire Records (Valila music House in Finland).
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Jyrki 69 has learned working with some new producers, releasing singles instead of albums and working in a totally new way to produce great music.
'Death of Darkness' was Mixed and Mastered by Miles Walker (https://www.mixedbymiles.com/).
The band The 69 Eyes is for fans of: Lacrimas Profundere, Charon, HIM, Poisonblack, To/Die/For.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Try new ways to approach the creative process, such as working on singles instead of an album, getting feedback with each release
2. Bring in producers from other genres to help bring fresh ideas.
3. If you're used to recording tracks separately, try playing together as a band live off the floor to get a sound that's closer to you as a group of musicians.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Nik Serén of the band Hong Faux about their new album ‘Desolation Years’ out now via Golden Robot Records.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Roni learned working with their producer, Josh Shroeder.
'Desolation Years' was Produced by Hong Faux, Mixed and Mastered by Sebastian Forslund.
The band Words That Burn is for fans of: Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, Mother of God, and One Inch Giant
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. It can be hard to imagine people enjoying the art that you create; working on how you meet with fans can have a greatly positive impact on the artist / fan relationship
2. Make records for yourself that will make you happy to have released for the rest of your life and beyond.
3. Always keep an open mind with regard to new equipment, as it may surprise you what comes out on the market next.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Mr. Lordi of the band Lordi about their new album ‘Screem Writers Guild’ via Atomic Fire Records.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as having patience to see your goals and dreams through. Mr. Lordi talks about losing band members over the years, while sticking through to his vision.
'Screem Writers Guild' was Produced by Mr. Lordi with Mr. Mana and Janne Halmkrona; Mixed by Ilkka Herkman / Ilusound Oy; Mastered by Pauli Saastamoinen / Finnvox Studios
The band Mr. Lordi is for fans of: Battle Beast, Powerwolf, Sabaton, U.D.O.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Have confidence in yourself, because you’re the best person to be you.
2. Be able to do what you love to do - never stop working towards your goals and dreams.
3. Have patience with your goals on the road to success.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Adam Gontier of the band Saint Asonia about their new album ‘Introvert / Extrovert’.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what working with other professional songwriters and musicians in your hometown, as well as in other cities.
'Introvert / Extrovert' was Produced, Mixed, Mastered by Anton DeLost.
The band Saint Asonia is for fans of: Art of Dying, Adelitas Way, 10 Years, Through Fire, The Veer Union
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Take time to collabourate with other musicians, albeit in Nashville or Toronto
2. Keep it simple with equipment, what do you need and leave everything else out.
3. Don’t do drugs, and make sure to keep relationships healthy
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Roni MacRuairi of the band Words That Burn about their new album ‘Cut Throat Culture’.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what Roni learned working with their producer, Josh Shroeder.
'Cut Throat Culture' was Produced, Mixed, Mastered by Josh Shroeder (Lorna Shore, Butcher Babies, King 810).
The band Words That Burn is for fans of: Parkway Drive, Bring Me The Horizon, Architects, Korn, Spiritbox
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Go into a record thinking about how to make the best record possible, rather than how to make money off of the record
2. Reach out to producers you want to work with, since you never know if they’ll have time for you
3. Write heavy songs stripped back down to just an acoustic guitar or piano to test if it’s a great song
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Liz Mauritz of the band Gold Steps about their new EP ‘That Ain't It’ out now via Revival Recordings.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as how works on her songwriting skills, especially when it comes to writing catchy hooks and melodies.
'That Ain't It' was Produced and Recorded by Nick Thompson & Rick King.
The band Gold Steps is for fans of: Thief Club, Avril Lavigne, Chief State, Youth Fountain, Calling All Captains, Driveways.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Balance work and play, making sure your relationships aren’t at risk because of the success of a venture.
2. Become a student of songwriting, always looking to improve your skills.
3. What are you trying to say when you’re writing a song? Keep asking, and then drilling down until the story sounds like a lyric.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Ryan Brooks of the band Sleep In Motion about their new EP ‘Separate’ out now.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as how Ryan sees himself as a professional musician, planning out the work 1-2 years in advance and constantly evolving his understanding of the music industry.
'Separate' was Produced, Recorded and Mixed by Ryan Brooks and Sleep In Motion; Mastered by Erik Miles at The Forum Recording Studios.
For fans of Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alter Bridge.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Choose what to spend the money on as a band, doing the rest of the services and creative processes in house.
2. Seeing yourself as a professional musician by working 1-2 years in advance, setting goals, knowing where you want to go to start setting the pieces in place.
3. Being vulnerable in the lyrics you write to connect with your audience, yourself, and even connecting with your band.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Ric Galvez of the band Malice Divine about their new album ‘Everlasting Ascendancy’ out now.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as how Ric kept his mental fortitude while working on the project, and never letting anyone tell him who he is as a person.
'Everlasting Ascendancy' was Produced and Recorded by Ric Galvez; Mixed by Tyler Williams; Mastered by Jaime King.
For fans of Dissection, Immortal, Watain, Thulcandra, Skeletonwitch
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Set up your work in clear step-by-step moves to always know where to go next to complete your goals
2. No matter how hard the obstacles, always continue moving forward - a quitter never wins, a winner never quits.
3. Test out multiple guitars to find which guitars fit properly in the mix, you might be surprised, and the mix engineers job will be much easier
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with The King of the band Märvel about their new album ‘Double Decade’ out now via The Sign Records.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what it's like to be an active band on the scene for 20 years.
The two new songs on 'Double Decade' were mixed by Robert Pehrsson (Dundertåget, Death Breath, Robert Pehrsson's Humbucker) and mastered by Magnus Lindberg (The Hellacopters, Imperial State Electric, Cult Of Luna, The Datsuns, Tribulation, Lucifer).
For fans of KISS, The Night Flight Orchestra, Bon Jovi, Cheap Trick, Thin Lizzy
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Keep everything from notes to posters to guitars, so you can always dig into the history of your creative endeavours
2. Be inspired by your favourite artists, but always have your own way of approaching and creating your art
3. You could push harder at your career, but not at the expense of friends and family
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Michael Priest of the band Idolatrous about their new album ‘Sorrow On Midgard’ out now.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as not being afraid to make changes to songs, even months after they have been initially written.
'Sorrow On MidGard' was produced by Grady Pursel.
For fans of Amon Amarth, Dethklok, Insomnium, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Kataklysm.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Find the sound in your head and produce it into reality
2. Work on songs so long as they excite you, for they will excite others as well
3. Don’t be afraid to write completely different parts for songs, even months after they have been initially written
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Justin Brett and Simon 'Gid' Gardner of the band Found Missing about their new album ‘Blind Leading The Blind’ out now.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as working with a producer who has experience getting into the charts, helping to make radio edits of your songs.
'Blind Leading The Blind' was produced, mixed, and mastered by Tom Donovan.
For fans of LinkinPark, Incubus, Foo Fighters.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Work with producers that bring you out of your comfort zone to help bring new life into the music.
2. The live show can be set up entirely on your laptop, though think about what you want and evolve your live set up.
3. Making a radio edit of your key songs to facilitate servicing to radio, playlists, and charts.
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Mark Haylmun of the band Suicide Silence about their new album ‘Remember... You Must Die’ out now.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as how to make songs as heavy as possible by having an incredible relationship with your producer.
'Remember... You Must Die' was produced by Taylor Young in conjunction with Morgoth Beatz.
For fans of Whitechapel, Chelsea Grin, Born Of Osiris, and All Shall Perish.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Work with a producer who shares your sense of humour, and is on board with your goals for the record
2. Unplug to take a break from life, look after your mental health
3. Are you a live band or a studio band? Approaching the recording of the record as such will yield the best results
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Chase Wilson of the band Ov Sulfur about their new album ‘The Burden Ov Faith’ out now via Century Media Records.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as living a life of passion through your artistic endeavours; be it music, story writing, or artwork.
'The Burden Ov Faith' was produced by Morgoth Beatz and Logan Mader, mixed and mastered by Josh Shroeder.
For fans of Lorna Shore, Carnifex, Whitechapel, Shadow of Intent, Signs of the Swarm, and As I Lay Dying, Worm Shepherd
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Partnering with the right people can make your music heard in more places than just the local circuit
2. Work with people who are willing to take the leap of faith with you and your music
3. Go deeper into why you feel the way you do, helping to write authentic lyrics with a greater chance of connection
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Floor Jansen about her new solo album ‘Paragon’ out now.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as finding your sound to tell your story through music.
'Paragon' was produced by Gordon Groothedde of After Forever fame, and Floor Jansen, herself.
For fans of pop and metal alike - Nightwish, After Forever, ReVamp, Northward
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Demo songs don’t need to be good, they need to get the conversation started to communicate a great song idea
2. Count to 10, have patience, know that you’re good enough
3. Find your own unique sound that says who you are as an artist and take the time necessary to discover yourself
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Niilo Sevänen of the band Insomnium about their new album ‘Anno 1696’ out now via Century Media Records.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as living a life of passion through your artistic endeavours; be it music, story writing, or artwork.
'Anno 1696' was mixed by Jaime Gomez Arellano (Orgone Studios) and mastered by Tony Lindgren (Fascination Street Studios)
For fans of Omnium Gatherum, Dark Tranquility, Amorphis, Paradise Lost, Moonspell.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Think about how the themes and stories of the music meet the sound of the music
2. Write stories, lyrics, and themes based on your own interests and passions
3. Even with a billion dollars in your pocket, do what fills your life with passion for a career
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Jaime Preciado of the band Pierce The Veil about their new album ‘The Jaws Of Life’ out now via Fearless Records.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as all the ways the band strives to never make the same record twice.
'The Jaws of Life' was produced by Paul Meany (Twenty One Pilots, Mutemath, The Blue Stones), and mixed by Adam Hawkins (Machine Gun Kelly, Turnstile, Twenty One Pilots).
For fans of Bring Me The Horizon, Falling in Reverse, My Chemical Romance, Sleeping With Sirens
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Do whatever you can to make the record so unique that you'll never make the same record twice.
2. Renting an AirBnB house in a unique city to both live and work on the production of your next record
3. Hiring a producer who knows the insides of the industry from management to labels to radio, and who is passionate about your project
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with VV (Ville Valo) about his new album ‘Neon Noir’ out now via Heartagram Records, distributed by UMG / Spinefarm.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as what it’s like to create a solo album for the first time.
'Neon Noir' was written, produced, engineered, and performed by Ville Valo (Helsinki), co-produced and Mixed by Tim Palmer at Studio 62 (Austin, Texas), mastered by Justin Shturtz at Sterling Sound (New York City), art by Ville Valo with Rami Mursula, published by Heartagram.
For fans of HIM, The 69 Eyes, The Rasmus, Charon.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Develop the skills necessary to worry about the trees, as well as the forest when creating art
2. Create authentic music with unique equipment and allowing the music to have quirks and blemishes
3. Finish your songs into an album to release to the world, rather than letting them lay dormant on a hard drive
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In this episode of The Rock Metal Podcast, we're chatting with Mike Seidel of the band Vanaheim about their new album ‘Een Verloren Verhaal’ out now.
During our chat we touch on a lot of great tips for musicians, such as building an active fanbase to promote your band.
'Een Verloren Verhaal' was mixed by Joost van den Broek (Epica, Powerwolf, Ayreon) at Sandlane Recording Facilities, mixing of the second CD (Folkestra version of the album) was done by Mike Seidel, Mastering was done by Mikka Jussila (Nightwish, Ensiferum, Children Of Bodom) at Finnvox Studios.
For fans of Ensiferum, Moonsorrow, Finntroll, Nightwish.
Heavy Hitters from today's episode:
1. Use every available tool to get your music heard, such as magazines for reviews or reactors to react to your music videos
2. Think quality fans rather than quantity of Likes on social media, as those real fans will be there for you in tough times, as well as the great times
3. Program MIDI orchestrations like a real orchestra by using layers and changing the pitch of each instrument in the mix
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