Lead Singer Syndrome with Shane Told Landon Tewers (The Plot In You, Before Their Eyes)
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May 7, 2019 
Landon Tewers, the lead singer of The Plot In You and former member of Before Their Eyes, shares his journey from a homeschooled upbringing to achieving success in post-hardcore. He candidly discusses the evolution of their sound, personal relationships, and the challenges of maintaining artistic integrity while touring. Landon also reminisces about past band mishaps, his changing views on Detroit, and the humorous complexities of songwriting amidst touring pressures. Get ready for a mix of nostalgia, laughter, and deep insights!
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Disastrous Japan Tour That Changed Direction
- Landon sang Before Their Eyes' parts on a Japan tour after their singer quit and they were demoted from headlining to opening because they were unprepared.
- He practiced once, tuned everything down a step, and felt horrible about the performance.
Start Writing Even When You Don't Feel Like It
- Force yourself to start writing even when uninspired; first attempts will often be bad but necessary.
- Keep pushing until you hit the creative groove where meaningful work emerges.
Side Project Turned Into A Band Deal
- Landon started The Plot In You as a low-effort studio side project while in Before Their Eyes and later signed quickly to Rise without reading the contract.
- The Rise period was rough financially and emotionally, but it eventually led to continued activity and later better partnerships.