The State of the Scene (SOTS Podcast) Sleep Token 'Even In Arcadia' REVIEW, Parkway Drive GO BIBLICAL, Pierce The Veil MAKE OUT | SOTS Podcast 5/12/25
May 12, 2025
The hosts dive into Sleep Token's latest album, discussing its emotional depth and standout tracks. Parkway Drive makes a triumphant return with a new single, showcasing their fierceness. Fans react to Dayseeker's chart success, while Turnstile premieres a visually stunning album at Tribeca. They also critique new singles from Pierce The Veil and Of Mice & Men, and explore the implications of double albums in today's music scene. Listener recommendations and the excitement surrounding new music keep the energy high throughout!
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Trying Metalcore Lyrics In Wedding Vows
- Sam jokes about sneaking metalcore lyrics into his wedding vows to amuse himself and hide references from his fiancée.
- He considers inserting Sleep Token or Invent Animate lines because she wouldn't know them.
Visual Albums Gain Cultural Prestige
- Turnstile's visual album premiere at Tribeca signals alternative bands using film festivals to elevate albums.
- Marcos sees this as an art-forward move that raises expectations beyond typical music videos.
Streaming Algorithms Amplify Peers
- Algorithmic cross-promotion can lift bands like Dayseeker when listeners chase similar artists on streaming platforms.
- Sam suspects label playlisting and recommendation budgets helped Dayseeker chart for the first time.