GREED CULTURE On the Making Of “Break Through Sight”
Can you share any interesting or unique musical elements or production techniques used in "Break Through Sight?"
I’d say the only unique element or production technique is just Beau Burchell himself. He knows how to make things sound good always. It’s such a great experience recording with him. He’s so easy to work with, always has great ideas on how to enhance the songs, and just has such a good ear.
Were there any challenges or breakthrough moments during the songwriting process for "Break Through Sight?"
The song came together pretty easily to be honest. Most of the music was demoed at home on my laptop and then once we all finally got together, everyone added their little tweaks to make the song what it is now.
What has been one of your favorite memories along the path to making this track?
Putting the group vocals to the song in the studio with Beau was a lot of fun. Adding up the layers to get that fun group vocal feel was a highlight for sure.
Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you got started in music?
I am into a lot of different things. If you ask my wife, she’ll tell you I have too many hobbies. Music has always been at the top of the list though. I started playing guitar in junior high so that I could play punk covers with my friends. Once I learned about hardcore music I was hooked. I played in a number of different hardcore bands throughout the years but took a break from playing hardcore starting around 2010 and focused on some other types of music. I always had riffs and ideas floating around my head but it wasn’t until sometime during the lockdown that I began putting them to tape.
What role do you feel emotions play in your music, and how do you channel them into your performances?
Emotions play a key role in any type of music. Even though everyone in the band is generally happy and lighthearted people, the emotions of these songs are rooted in the frustrations we feel in the failures of our society. Particularly those that are rooted in greed. We are trying to recognize the issues and channel the frustration into a positive and hopefully motivational release.