The Jesea Lee Show #60 - Atreyu
Nov 20, 2024
Dan Jacobs and Brandon Saller, members of the metalcore band Atreyu, dive into the hilarious antics of music festival fans. They candidly share a humorous story about an embarrassing mishap that sets the tone for their uplifting new album, Pronoia. The conversation shifts to their innovative acoustic renditions of past songs and exploring how to transform punk into poignant ballads. With a mix of laughter and insight, they discuss the band's evolution and personal dynamics while hinting at exciting future projects.
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Front-row Festival Anecdote
- Fans at festivals sometimes stand in line for over 12 hours without drinking to keep their front-row spots.
- Brandon Saller humorously claims real fans "poop their pants" to hold their spots at shows.
Positive Energy Inspires "Pronoia"
- Atreyu's album "Pronoia" title means believing the world conspires to help you.
- This positive energy reflects their current productive and welcoming band state.
True Song Reimaginings
- Atreyu created truly reimagined acoustic versions, not just unplugged renditions.
- They treated old songs as new, altering melodies, lyrics, and instrumentation significantly.