Rock Feed Morgan Rose (Sevendust)
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Apr 9, 2025 
Morgan Rose, the drummer and founding member of Sevendust, reflects on the band's incredible journey from early struggles to rock royalty. He shares insights about the raw sound of their breakout album Animosity and the creative process that shaped it. Morgan also reveals the origins of the band, recalling how 'Black' almost didn't make the cut. He discusses the impact of record label pressures on their identity and the formation of the supergroup Table Nine. His candid stories reveal the highs and lows of a life in music.
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Modern Trolling vs. Old-School Confrontation
- Morgan notes today's online comment culture created 'keyboard warriors' that didn't exist in earlier scenes.
- He contrasts modern anonymous trolling with the more direct confrontations of the past and finds it corrosive.
Raw Writing Fueled Animosity's Impact
- Animosity captured a raw, less self-conscious energy because the band stopped overthinking and embraced free writing.
- That openness and roughness made the record sound like it belonged with bigger acts and became Morgan's favorite.
Table Nine: A Casual Supergroup
- Morgan describes Table Nine as a spontaneous project born from writing sessions with Sean and Barry.
- He admits he's not a frontman and treats the project as a fun, make-believe band experience.