The Jesea Lee Show #49 - Cody Quistad (Wage War)
Jun 26, 2024
Cody Quistad, the guitarist for Wage War and a master of metalcore riffs, joins the conversation. He shares insights on the band's latest album 'Stigma,' describing its bold evolution in sound. Cody dives into the creative process behind their songwriting and the challenges of fan expectations. The discussion also touches on the surprising impact of their previous album, 'Manic,' and the joy of incorporating film soundtracks into their music. Plus, hear his hilarious tales about the quirks of band names during tours!
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Title Chosen Over Track
- Stigma became the album title even though the song didn’t make the final cut.
- The band used the word to represent growth and breaking out of assigned boxes.
Movies As Studio Mood Boards
- The band played movies on a TV as a mood board while writing songs.
- They repeatedly watched Tombstone and The Matrix to inspire specific tracks and production vibes.
Ignore The Comment-Section Noise
- Ignore internet comment-section hysteria and make the music you want.
- Expect memes and loud opinions, but focus on creative choices that feel authentic.