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Atreyu's Brandon Saller Talks “All For You,” New Album & the Future of Atreyu

Atreyu frontman Brandon Saller joins The Sound 228 to talk about the band's new single “All For You,” the meaning behind The End Is Not the End, and the evolution of Atreyu after nearly three decades.
Brandon opens up about the powerful message behind “All For You,” moving from drummer to frontman, staying authentic in today's content-driven music industry, and why Atreyu still has plenty left to prove.
Plus, we talk about filming in Iceland, the upcoming tour with Underoath, Atreyu's legendary live shows, and what's next for the band.
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VRSTY Talks "Face Down," New Era of the Band & What's Next | The Sound 228 Podcast

VRSTY frontman Joey Varela joins The Sound 228 to discuss the band's powerful new single, "Face Down," and the creative journey behind their evolving sound.
In this episode, we dive into:
The inspiration and production behind "Face Down"
Working with Skyler Acord (Issues) and producer Sam Guiana
How taking time away helped redefine VRSTY's direction
Lineup changes and the band's next chapter
Joey's songwriting process and finding the band's identity
What's coming next from VRSTY, including new music and future plans
Before the interview, the crew also discusses:
The latest music they've been listening to
Upcoming interviews with Atreyu and Kingdom of Giants
The release of the newest The Sound 228 Magazine
Why smaller venues and local scenes still matter
This week's Grudge Match featuring Love The Hate vs. Silvertung
If you're a fan of modern rock, post-hardcore, metalcore, and discovering the stories behind today's rising artists, this episode is for you.
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Sierra Pilot Premiere "Dead To Me" + Talk New Sound, & What's Next | The Sound 228 Podcast

Canadian hard rock band Sierra Pilot joins The Sound 228 to celebrate the world premiere of their explosive new single, "Dead To Me."
In this episode, the band discusses:
The evolution of their sound into a heavier, more modern direction
Collaborating with members of Pop Evil, Devour The Day, and Egypt Central
Landing airplay on SiriusXM Octane
The realities of staying independent in today's music industry
Why singles have become more important than albums
Touring with Pop Evil and plans for future U.S. dates
The songwriting process behind "Dead To Me" and the emotional inspiration behind the track
The episode also features the latest Grudge Match, where Transient battles Outlier for a coveted Hall of Fame spot.
If you're a fan of modern hard rock, active rock, and discovering tomorrow's breakout bands before everyone else, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
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Ben Jewell Talks New Music, Life After Ventruss & What's Next | The Sound 228 Podcast

Former Ventruss frontman Ben Jewell joins The Sound 228 for an honest and in-depth conversation about his musical journey, personal growth, and exciting new chapter as a solo artist.
Ben shares the story behind his debut solo single "Let Me See," featuring Jared Gomes of Head PE and former Ventress guitarist Sean Seizaw. He opens up about the challenges he faced after Ventress, the struggles that nearly pushed him away from music, and how collaborations with Butcher Babies, Escalate, and Midst of War helped reignite his passion.
We also dive into:• The creative process behind "Let Me See"• Working with Butcher Babies on their Open Verse Challenge• His move from Louisiana to Kansas City• Vocal training and expanding his songwriting abilities• The emotional meaning behind his new music• Collaborations with Midst of War and other artists• Building a new band and what the future holds
This episode is packed with inspiration, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look at the next chapter of one of the Gulf Coast rock scene's most recognizable voices.
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Garbage Girlfriend: The Future of Rock is Here | Young, Fearless & Ready to Take Over

This week on The Sound 228, Kevin Harris and Lisa Wills sit down with one of the most talked-about young bands in rock today, Garbage Girlfriend from Katy, Texas. At just 15 to 19 years old, these rising stars are already turning heads with their powerful sound, relentless work ethic, and big dreams of landing a record deal.
The band dives into their journey from School of Rock students to a nationally emerging act, balancing high school, college, jobs, and life while building a serious music career. They discuss working with manager Paul Crosby, writing music through marathon songwriting sessions, the story behind their unforgettable band name, and the creation of their latest single and video, "Twist of Fate."
Plus, Garbage Girlfriend shares details about their upcoming shows, their highly anticipated July 31 release, future touring plans, and why they believe being an all-female rock band gives them a unique voice in today's music scene.
🔥 Topics Include:
The origin of the name "Garbage Girlfriend"
Writing and recording with Malcolm Springer
Working with Paul Crosby
The making of "Twist of Fate"
Their upcoming release
Texas rock scene talk
Future touring plans
Life as young women in rock music
The future of rock isn't waiting for permission... and Garbage Girlfriend is proving exactly why.

Wake Me Joins The Sound 228 | New Single “Bury It All,” Working with Chris Dawson & The Future of the Band

Denver-based hard rock powerhouse Wake Me joins The Sound 228 for an in-depth conversation about their musical evolution, the creative process behind their latest single “Bury It All,” and what it's like working with acclaimed producer Chris Dawson and video director JT Ibanez.
During the interview, the band discusses their journey since rebooting in 2017, finding their identity as songwriters, embracing a more aggressive music release strategy, and the challenges independent artists face in today's music industry. They also share insights into their upcoming album, balancing family life with music, and why creating great songs matters more than ever.
Plus, hear the story behind “Bury It All,” the band's commitment to releasing new music every 4-6 weeks, and their plans for the future as they continue building momentum in the modern rock scene.
🎸 Topics include:
The making of "Bury It All"
Working with Chris Dawson & JT Ibanez
Songwriting and band growth
Independent artist challenges
Social media and modern music promotion
Touring plans and future releases
Wake Me's upcoming full-length album
If you're a fan of modern hard rock, behind-the-scenes music industry conversations, and discovering the next wave of rock bands, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
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Framing Hanley LIVE on The Sound 228 | New Music, Tour Talk & More!

The Sound 228 is bringing the heat as Framing Hanley joins us LIVE for a killer conversation about new music, what’s next for the band, life on the road, and everything happening behind the curtain. 🎤🔥
 
We’ll be diving into:
⚡ New music and upcoming plans
⚡ Touring stories and fan moments
⚡ The evolution of Framing Hanley
⚡ What the future looks like for the band
⚡ Fan questions LIVE in the chat If you grew up blasting “Lollipop” at irresponsible volume levels in a parking lot somewhere… this one’s for you. 🚗💥

Love The Hate LIVE on The Sound 228 | New Music + CPR Fest 22 Talk

Love The Hate is pulling up to The Sound 228 and it’s about to get loud as we sit down with the band to talk about their new music, their upcoming performance at CPR Fest 22, and everything they’ve been cooking behind the scenes.
This isn’t your cookie-cutter interview… this is raw, unfiltered, Gulf Coast rock energy straight to your screen.
⚡ What we’re getting into: • New music and what’s next • CPR Fest 22 hype (May 9th 👀)
• Band stories, chaos, and everything in between
👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and download The Sound 228 app to stay tapped into the loudest rock platform on the Gulf Coast.
 
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NVSN LIVE on The Sound 228 | Rockville + CPR Fest 22 Talk

NVSN is stepping into the spotlight and they’re not pulling punches. Join us LIVE on The Sound 228 as we sit down with NVSN to talk about hitting the stage at Welcome to Rockville 2026 and tearing into CPR Fest 22. This is where preparation meets opportunity—and where the Gulf Coast proves it’s still loud. We’re diving into: 🔥 What it takes to level up to a festival like Rockville
🔥 Their mindset going into CPR Fest 22
🔥 The grind behind the scenes
🔥 What fans can expect when they hit the stage

Under Black Sky LIVE on The Sound 228 | CPR Fest 22 + “Bad Blood” EXCLUSIVE

Under Black Sky storms into The Sound 228 for a LIVE interview you don’t want to miss.
 
📅 April 22, 2026
⏰ 7:30 PM CST We’re diving into everything:
🔥 Their upcoming performance at CPR FEST 22
🔥 The story behind their new album “Bad Blood”
🔥 The grind, the masks, and what fuels the chaos behind the music This is raw, unfiltered, and straight from the source.
If you’re about that new rock wave, this is where you tap in.
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