2 years ago, we had the pleasure of having Windwaker on the podcast for the first time, and that was to discuss their debut album, Love Language.

But now it is 2024 and things have (and have not changed). A new album is upcoming, a new lead singer has "returned" to the band, and their massive growth has led them to embark on their first ever tour to the US. So how did this happen, and what does the new album have in store?

Today, Liam from Windwaker joins the Chord Progression Podcast before the release of the new album HYPERVIOLENCE and the band's first ever tour in the USA. So, we discuss:

• How Windwaker created a "gumbo pot" of sound at their core, mixing in metalcore, black metal, pop, and hip hop all into one.
• The creation of HYPERVIOLENCE and how it flows from more of the Windwaker sound focused on metalcore, to focused more on hip-hop infusion as the album goes on.
• Windwaker coming over the to USA for the first time supporting Northlane, and why they should open their set with a heavy track.

A great catch-up with Windwaker if you are familiar with them, and a great introduction if you are not. Want to discover more bands like this? Hit that subscribe button.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/TD58qKZOzgE?si=Yhh2y2ALSQE6xWud

Website: https://windwakerband.com

Merch: https://windwakerband.com/store/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/46le9d4IkW3C6zTxhkuxIS?si=rdGOsAh2Tcik7OlPPWiKCg

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Welcome: (0:00)

Liam's Journey Rejoining Windwaker: (1:23)

The "Gumbo Pot" of Windwaker's Sound: (9:41)

Liam's Vocal Goal on HYPERVIOLENCE: (15:54)

The Goal of Writing HYPERVIOLENCE: (18:41)

Writing with a Hip-Hop Inspiration: (23:11)

LET'S SMASH THINGS IN AMERICA: (31:00)

Prepping for their First USA Tour: (33:15)

What Unreleased Song You Should Anticipate: (39:17)

Liam's 3 Bands You Should Check Out: (41:19)

Kevin's Final Thought; Knew Experimentation was Coming, This Is the Way: (48:16)

The social media world right now is a cesspool of content meant to go viral, be a flash in the pan, and hope that viewers will actually go beyond the doom scroll to check out what you are doing.

But what is the right way to do this? Is there any hope behind trying to hop on a trend and just hope something becomes viral? Well, there just might be.

Aaron from the rock band My Epic joins the Chord Progression Podcast. With a new album, Loriella, out now, we take this album in a few interesting directions talking about:

• The importance in framing when it comes to social media content and the commitment it takes to make a splash anywhere online.
• Why it is important to focus your content around building deep connections with your existing fans and to attract new audiences, not just hopping on a trend in hoping to go viral.
• The new start the band is going to be taking on "Loriella" and why they are happy with it.

A fantastic episode beyond anything we were expecting. We have plenty of interviews like this, so hit that subscribe button to not miss out on any future episodes.

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Welcome: (0:00)

My Epic is Here, and A Slight History of the Name: (1:06)

Framing Your Art on Social Media: (5:15)

Battling Social Media Requirements with Personal Responsibility: (10:25)

Focus on Building Deep, Personal Connections with Fans Online: (20:54)

The Writing of Loriella: (31:58)

An Album Fighting Against Cynicism: (43:51)

An Album Exploring "Wise Joy": (48:52)

Aaron Recommends 3 Artists to Check Out: (53:36)

Kevin's Final Thought; Focus Social Media on What Can Build Connections: (1:00:49)

We last had The Warning on the Chord Progression Podcast in 2021 when they were easily one of the best emerging rock bands in the world. So now in 2024, what has happened to them?

Well, would you believe that they became one of, if not THE BEST, rock band in the world? And with a brand new album about to release, how about we take a look at it together?

Dany, Pau, and Ale from The Warning RETURN to the Chord Progression Podcast with the new album Keep Me Fed releasing on June 28th. We take a look at The Warning's growth over the past few years on this episode with:

• A recap of the band's growth and the accomplishments they have achieved since 2021, including a spot promoting Keep Me Fed on Jimmy Kimmel Live the night before the album release.
• The deep dive into the creation of Keep Me Fed, the fan reaction to the singles, a look at the creation of Sharks, and why this album shows more growth, and so much more potential for the future of The Warning.
• Looking at the main goal going forward for The Warning, and why their goal is something that will inspire you.

This episode is absolutely a must watch and listen. Be sure to hit subscribe to not miss out on any other episodes. They will be no miss episodes too!

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Welcome: (0:00)

THE WARNING IS BACK!: (0:56)

Recapping their Growth to the Biggest Rock Band in 2024: (2:05)

How The Warning Booked Jimmy Kimmel Live: (5:24)

Diving into Keep Me Fed: (8:11)

What "Keep Me Fed" Shows for The Warning's Future: (14:23)

How Fans have Received the Singles: (15:14)

The Goal Going Forward for The Warning: (18:38)

Find The Warning Online: (21:50)

Kevin's Final Thought; This Album is Perfect for The Warning Right Now: (24:20)