Lead Singer Syndrome with Shane Told Caleb Shomo Pt.2 (Beartooth, Attack Attack, Silvertooth)
Nov 14, 2016
Caleb Shomo, the dynamic lead singer of Beartooth, returns for a lively chat with Shane. They dive into the relentless hype surrounding Beartooth and Caleb's ongoing journey toward self-acceptance. The pressure of following up a successful debut album looms large, while nostalgia sparks memories from the Warped Tour. They reflect on mental health during tours and the significance of friendship and community. Exciting news about the Silvertooth project and thoughts on their biggest headline show yet keep the energy high!
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Sudden Big-League Touring Realization
- Caleb describes suddenly touring with huge bands like Slipknot and Bring Me The Horizon and feeling surreal about it.
- He recounts confirming pyro cues and handling production details as signs the band had truly leveled up.
Live Shows Shaped The Second Record
- Touring taught Caleb which parts of songs genuinely connect live and shaped Aggressive's fast creation.
- He used live feedback to make the record more energetic and direct.
Two-Month Writing Explosion
- Caleb explains Aggressive was written rapidly after touring pent-up ideas and changing emotions.
- He says lyrics and riffs exploded out of him in a short, intense burst in the studio.