Lead Singer Syndrome with Shane Told Aaron Gillespie Pt. 3 (Underoath, The Almost)
Oct 30, 2019
Aaron Gillespie, drummer and singer for Underoath and frontman of The Almost, returns to share his musical journey. He discusses the challenges faced while recording his new album, 'Fear Caller,' and reflects on the whirlwind of Underoath's reunion and subsequent tours. The conversation humorously touches on the costs of cymbals and the chaotic process of recording in California. Aaron also dives into the emotional struggles musicians endure and the importance of authenticity in their craft.
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Recording Chaos in Joshua Tree
- Aaron Gillespie rented a U-Haul and drove nine hours to Joshua Tree with his studio gear to record a new album.
- They faced a series of setbacks, including forgetting cymbals, getting kicked out of an Airbnb, and scrambling to find a studio.
Pressure Fuels Creativity
- Aaron thrives and creates his best art when under pressure or uncomfortable.
- He believes real creativity often emerges in adverse or high-stress conditions.
Heaviness is Emotional, Not Sonic
- For Aaron, musical heaviness is defined by emotional content rather than sound.
- He finds some lyrically heavy songs more powerful than sonically very heavy ones.