Terminal Decay: Horror Anime's Soundtrack

The Breakdown
In this episode of the ATX Metal Podcast, host Ryan speaks with Nick Haas, the creator of Terminal Decay, a deathcore project influenced by horror anime. They discuss Nick's transition from his previous project, The Haas Effect, to Terminal Decay, exploring themes of horror and storytelling through music. The conversation delves into the impact of anime on Nick's creative process, the challenges of character development, and the intricacies of music production. They also touch on personal experiences, the evolution of music styles, and the importance of collaboration in the creative process. In this engaging conversation, Haas and Ryan delve into the intricacies of music production, discussing studio equipment, audio editing techniques, and the evolution of mixing and mastering. They explore the significance of plugins like FabFilter, share personal experiences related to health and creativity, and anticipate the release of new music. The discussion also touches on the role of AI in music production and the challenges faced in the deathcore genre, culminating in a nostalgic return of the 'Does It Stank?' segment.

Quick Riffs
Terminal Decay is heavily influenced by horror anime.
Nick is working on a four-song EP with a narrative focus.
He hires voice actors to enhance storytelling in his music.
The character Rena from Higurashi inspired one of his songs.
Nick emphasizes the importance of creating original characters to avoid copyright issues.

Episode Info
Bandcamp - Music | Terminal Decay
TikTok -   / terminaldecayband  
YouTube -    / @terminaldecayband  
SoundCloud -   / terminaldecay  
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1IruV...
Twitch -   / terminaldecayband  
ATXMP Website: https://atxmp.transistor.fm/

Sponsors / Affiliates
Come and Take It Productions: https://www.comeandtakeitproductions....
Come and Take It Live: https://www.comeandtakeitlive.com/
Titan Audio Productions: https://titanaudioproductions.com
Texas Metal United:   / texasmetalunited  
A&R Foundation: https://theanrfoundation.org/

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Terminal Decay and Nick Haas
02:59 The Evolution of Music Style
05:56 Anime Influence on Music
08:55 Personal Experiences and Life Changes
12:00 Character Development in Music
14:58 The Dark Side of Anime
17:54 Creating Original Characters
21:02 The Journey into Anime and Music
24:25 Exploring Dark Themes in Anime
26:51 The Evolution of Music Production
30:05 Songwriting and Thematic Cohesion
33:32 Production Techniques: From Clean to Gritty
37:46 Understanding Studio Equipment and Techniques
41:01 The Art of Editing and Mixing Music
49:21 Personal Experiences and Health Challenges
52:26 Music Production and New Releases
59:32 The Evolution of Terminal Decay
01:06:15 Mixing Techniques and Sound Quality
01:09:26 The Return of 'Does It Stank?'
01:11:45 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans