Tuna on Toast with Stryker Tuna on Toast w Vic Fuentes Pierce the Veil
May 11, 2023
Vic Fuentes, the dynamic frontman of Pierce the Veil, shares the joys of new fatherhood and the challenges of balancing family with band life. He dives into the creation of their album, The Jaws of Life, revealing how a dive bar ignited his creativity and the 90s influences that shaped their sound. Vic also discusses the importance of the fan connection, his early songwriting experiences, and how movies inspired his lyrics. With stories of touring with family and crafting unforgettable crowd moments, this conversation is filled with heart and rock 'n' roll passion.
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New Fatherhood Reoriented Priorities
- Vic Fuentes described becoming a father as something that reduced pressure and sharpened his focus on what matters.
- He said caring for his daughter Violet made promotional tasks feel smaller and helped him prioritize family over overthinking career details.
Visuals Guide Song Decisions
- "Death of an Executioner" began as an early pre-pandemic song and provided strong visual direction for production.
- Vic used vivid imagery (fast car, flames in the eye) to push producer Paul Meany toward his desired arrangement.
Strip Back To Boost Musical Clarity
- Vic intentionally sought simpler, more dynamic guitar parts to strip back layers and increase emotional clarity.
- He aimed for exposed, melodic riffs that let listeners sink their teeth into the music.