The MetalSucks Podcast #569 - Josh James (Stick To Your Guns)
Jan 6, 2025
Josh James, guitarist of Stick To Your Guns, dives into the making of their upcoming album, Keep Planting Flowers, discussing how it emerged organically without much planning. He shares insights on the challenges of music branding today and the power of silence in an over-stimulated media landscape. The conversation also touches on the importance of lyrical authenticity, the evolution of their sound, and humorous takes on modern celebrity lifestyles. Expect a blend of serious reflection and light-hearted banter, highlighting the band's creative resilience!
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Don't Replace Physical Artwork With AI
- Avoid accepting AI-generated album artwork if you value the physical product and artist-crafted visuals.
- Prioritize handmade art for physical releases to respect fans who collect albums and artwork.
Intentional Listening Over Background Noise
- Josh James prefers silence and intentional listening over constant headphone noise and passive consumption.
- He reads lyrics while streaming to fully engage with new records, preserving the tactile listening ritual.
Turn Off Subtitles For First-Time Comedies
- Avoid watching comedies with subtitles because they spoil timing and ruin punchlines.
- Use subtitles for familiar films to catch background details but skip them for first-time comedy viewings.
