The God Awful Truth: Definitely not a Christmas band (ATXMP Showcase Artist)

The Breakdown

In this episode of the ATX Metal Podcast, host Ryan interviews members of The God Awful Truth, a metalcore band from Texas. They discuss the band's origins, the meaning behind their name, their unique musical style, and the creative process behind their latest album. The conversation also touches on the significance of live performances, the influence of movies on their song titles, and the positive reception of their music. In this engaging conversation, the members of the band discuss their collaborative songwriting process, early musical influences, memorable live performances, and future plans for their music. They share insights into their pre-show rituals and express gratitude for the support they receive from fans and each other.

Takeaways

-The God Awful Truth has been active since 2010, evolving from previous projects.
-The band's name is inspired by a song from Fear Before the March of Flames.
-Song titles often reference movies and TV shows, creating a unique connection with fans.
-Their latest album has received the most streams of any release to date.
-The band aims to create a controlled chaos in their music.
-The God Awful Truth is committed to pushing musical boundaries and exploring new ideas.
-Dalton initially joined a metal band without being a fan of heavy music.
-Pre-show communication helps the band stay organized and focused.

Episode Info

Bandcamp: https://thegodawfultruth.bandcamp.com/
FB:   / thegodawfultruth  
IG:   / thegodawfultruthtx  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1JBPH...
ATXMP Website: https://atxmp.transistor.fm/
Photo credit:   / taytaygumby  

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 The God Awful Truth
02:22 The Band's Origins and Evolution
05:36 The Meaning Behind the Name
09:23 The Impact of Live Performances
10:36 Musical Style and Genre Classification
15:01 New Album Insights and Creative Process
18:03 Song Titles and Movie References
22:59 Album Reception and Future Prospects
25:11 Songwriting Dynamics in the Band
27:31 Origins of the Band and Early Influences
29:47 Musical Influences and Inspirations
33:32 Memorable Live Show Experiences
36:38 Future Plans and Upcoming Shows
40:01 Pre-Show Rituals and Jitters
42:44 Gratitude and Final Thoughts