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Inside Music Podcast Ends After Seven Years, 237 Episodes

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Inside Music is a podcast about the lives of professionals in the music business. Each week, host James Shotwell chats with an artist or industry tastemaker to learn how anyone can navigate the world of entertainment.

The first-ever Haulix podcast, Inside Music, is saying farewell after more than two hundred episodes exploring life in the modern entertainment business.

Haulix.com has announced the end of Inside Music, its first-ever podcast series. The show’s final episode featuring musical guest Rivers Of Nihil debuted online at the end of September 2021.

“Creating Inside Music was my first attempt at podcasting. I didn’t know what I was doing at the time, but thanks to patient guests and trusting leadership, we found our way to great conversations that I will always cherish.”

– James Shotwell, Inside Music host.

The Inside Music Podcast launched as a Haulix production in 2014 to help people better understand the lives of music professionals, both on stage and off. Across the show’s more than 200 episodes, guests included everyone from platinum-selling rapper Jack Harlow to iconic producer Butch Vig. Additional guests have included BABYMETAL, Celldweller, Bryan Garris (Knocked Loose), Tilian Pearson (Dance Gavin Dance), Phil Bozeman (Whitechapel), among hundreds more.

A full statement from the Inside Music Podcast team reads as follows:

Inside Music began as a desire to see what was possible with the podcasting medium. Over seven years and hundreds of conversations, you helped us build a tiny community of curious music consumers that kept us passionate about our creation.

It is hard to pinpoint when we knew it was time for the show to end, but we believe some things in life you just know. We wrestled with whether or not to push for another milestone. After all, episode 250 or 300 isn’t that far away, but we can’t convince ourselves to create something we’ve internally laid to rest. 

Don’t worry, however, because we have many more wonderful productions on the horizon. You can currently hear our team’s collaborative efforts on High Notes, the music industry’s leading recovery podcast. We have additional programming planned for 2022, but we can’t talk about it yet.

To everyone who ever gave us an hour of conversation or thirty seconds of listening—thank you. We will never forget this time in our lives, and thanks to the internet, the show will live on. Every episode will be available to stream anywhere you get podcasts for as long as possible. 

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Alex Jones of Undeath Appears On The Latest Inside Music Podcast

With their first tour of 2021 now underway, Alex Jones of Undeath stops by Inside Music to discuss returning to the road, new music, and more.

It finally happened! For the first time since March 2020, host James Shotwell recorded a new episode of Inside Music in the same room as the guest. The return of live music is providing new opportunities for connection, and we couldn’t miss the chance to speak with one of our favorite fast-rising new groups.

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While the world was isolating indoors, Undeath burst onto the international death metal scene with their blistering Prosthetic Records debut, Lesions of a Different Kind. The relentlessly brutal record combines influences from the genre’s greatest acts with a modern approach to storytelling to create an engaging listening experience for fans of all ages. The band’s following seems to confirm this, as it features people from all walks of life and every economic level. We’re not saying modern death metal needed Undeath to exist, but their existence is helping the genre carry onward into a new decade with fresh talent and new listeners.

Undeath is currently touring America for the first time since Legions‘ release. The group serves as the act on The Black Dahlia Murder’s fall headlining run, which features additional support from After The Burial, Carnifex, and Rivers of Nihil. Undeath is already rubbing shoulders with their metal peers in a big way, and they’ve got the bonus of being the first band to welcome fans back to live metal shows. Their presence on stage sets the tone for everything that follows, and we’re happy to report that they do not disappoint.

In this Inside Music episode, host James Shotwell chats with Undeath frontman Alex Jones about his band’s return to the road. Jones recounts the band’s efforts to remain creative during the pandemic, as well as the conversations that lead to their first shows back. There is even some discussion about the band’s next release, which Jones claims is already written and ready to record.

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Graystar Appears On The Latest Inside Music Podcast

Fast-rising artist Graystar stops by Inside Music to discuss his new single, reflect on the past year, and talk shop.

To borrow from a popular sitcom of the 1980s, “Making your way in the world today takes everything you’ve got.” Graystar, a fast-rising artist with charisma and heart to spare, pours himself into every aspect of his craft. From finding a melody that makes you come alive to tackling complex emotions through instantly memorable lyricism, Graystar is doing the most to be someone nobody in pop can ignore.

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We have to thank Haulix client Scorpion LTD for putting Graystar on our radar. From the moment his new single “Hazy” filled our office, the talent on display was undeniable. Some pop artists use escapism to grab audiences’ attention, but Graystar tackles the problems he encounters head-on. He has this innate ability to entertain you without manipulating listeners to ignore the struggles we all experience when trying to make it through the day.

On this episode of Inside Music, Graystar chats with host James Shotwell about his history with music, the challenges of getting heard in 2021, and how “Hazy” came together. Check it out:

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The Day of The Beast Appear On The Latest Inside Music Podcast

Hot on the heels of their new album, Indisputably Carnivorous, The Day Of The Beast stops by Inside Music to talk all things heavy metal.

Every band needs something that sets them apart. For some, that thing is a lively frontman that commands stages of any size. Others find their niche in the precision of their instrumentation. But, for The Day Of The Beast, the one thing they do better than anyone else is telling stories. 

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Indisputably Carnivorous, the band’s brutal new record with a great name, is a compendium of all things dark. The relentlessly aggressive release channels the darkest corners of the human psyche into a macabre collection of horrific visions meant to elicit a strong response from listeners. It’s the kind of album that nightmares are made of, and we mean that in the most complimentary way possible. Indisputably Carnivorous is a brazenly imaginative and nihilistic metal record you have been unknowingly waiting for your entire life. Set aside some time to take this one in because once you start, you won’t be able to stop.

But is it enough? Competition for attention is at an all-time high, and being good is never good enough. The bands that emerge from the underground to take the world by storm have something else to offer. There is a dedication to craftsmanship that listeners can detect in every note and lyric an artist provides. That intangible “it” factor is the key to meaningful success, and lucky for The Day Of The Beast, that devotion is apparent in everything they create.

In this episode of Inside Music, host James Shotwell speaks with The Day Of The Beast guitarist Steve Redmond about the tremendous power of Indisputably Carnivorous. Steven recounts the album’s creation and the stories behind some of the group’s most infamous song titles. He also shares the story of how The Day Of The Beast joined Prosthetic Records and his advice for others hoping to do the same. Check it out:

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Urne Appears On The Latest Inside Music Podcast

Ahead of Serpent & Spirit hitting stores worldwide, Joe Nally of Urne stops by Inside Music to discuss his creative process.

When the world shut down, Urne got to work. One of the most exciting bands to emerge from England in recent years, the group was nearly finished with their long-awaited new album when the pandemic changed everything. Facing a lack of touring and an inability to connect in a studio, the band began piecing together the final elements of their record via Skype. It was a new and challenging experience for the trio, but it ultimately proved beneficial. The change of pace allowed for greater consideration and fine-tuning, ensuring that what comes next is precisely what Urne envisioned from the start.

Serpent & Spirit (out June 25) is a compendium of struggles and grounded optimism. It’s a sprawling and aggressive collection of music that channels the frustrations of life into something altogether striking, which co-founder Joe Nally discusses at length during the latest episode of Inside Music.

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“I had a bit of a bad patch for a few months,” explains Nally, revealing the inspiration for the album’s lyrics. “I’m absolutely fine now, but I drew on those two months where I just wasn’t feeling great. I took that and wrote a story based about that. The actual track listing is done like that film Memento, where it’s all in a different order. Maybe one day someone will listen to the lyrics and work out which order the story goes in.”

He continues, “The album is called Serpent & Spirit. The spirit is the human experience and the serpent is the evil that tricks your mind. It’s about getting pulled apart and trying to find yourself within all of that. So it’s almost good and evil, and throughout the album it’s about a person getting pulled from the light to the dark.”

Nally’s conversation with Inside Music host James Shotwell covers the album creation process and the life of the band. He shares how a diverse set of influences inspire the group’s unique approach to rock and speaks to the power of big ideas in songs. He also recommends a few up-and-coming acts you won’t want to miss. Check it out:

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Michigander Appears on the Latest Insider Music Podcast

After a year of work and preparation, Michigander’s Jason Singer is headed into the remaining months of 2021 with high hopes and big ambitions.

2020 was supposed to be the year everyone knew the name Jason Singer. After years of grinding to refine his craft on stages of all sizes, Singer’s career was poised to take off like never before. Michigander, his band, was riding high on a wave a fan in critical Acclaim that seem to follow wherever they went. They had songs ready to go, festival dates booked, and the highest hopes that everything would work out.

We all know what happens next. By mid-March, Michigander’s plans for the rest of 2020 began going up in smoke. The record they were working on was pushed back. The festivals were delayed or canceled altogether. The itinerary that once seemed so full now only contained a single drive-in concert with Mt. Joy on the outskirts of Chicago. It was more than many had to look forward to last year, especially in music, but it was a far cry from what Singer was expecting.

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When we encounter hardships in life, we often learn something important about ourselves. Many people may have taken the blows Jason was dealt in 2020 and chosen to hang up their career. Others may have allowed themselves to get angry as if the world or the universe was working against them. Some people may have even broken down in tears.

But Jason Singer is not everyone, and the music he makes with his closest friends is unlike anything anyone else could offer. Michigander speaks to our inner voice. Their music taps directly into your soul to reach that part of you that is always afraid to rock the boat. They make it OK to feel whatever you’re feeling and spread a message of acceptance that works to unite listeners from all walks of life. Michigander understands that we are all in this together, even if we often feel alone.

On the latest episode of Inside Music, host James Shotwell calls Jason Singer over zoom to discuss his career. The two dig into the newest Michigander EP, Everything Will Be OK Eventually, as well as the impending return of live music. Jason shares some of the more memorable moments of the past year, including the day he heard his song playing in a grocery store. He even hints at what the future may hold for his career. Check it out:

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All Hail The Yeti Appear On The Latest Inside Music Podcast

After a year of constant struggle, All Hail The Yeti is working toward a bright future with high hopes and big ideas.

For the members of All Hail The Yeti, learning they have booked an opening slot on one of the most anticipated metal tours of the fall was a sign things are slowly returning to normal. After the pandemic brought their typically relentless touring efforts to a standstill, the group spent the better part of the year without seeing one another in person. That did not stop them from creating, of course, but it did challenge their understanding of how to navigate the complicated business of entertainment.

Just take a moment to consider everything that didn’t happen as a result of the pandemic. Not only did All Hail The Yeti lose countless dollars from canceled tour dates, but they also had to delay their long-awaited fourth studio album. That record, which the group almost completed before COVID-19 brought live music to a halt, has yet to see the light of day.

But here, in April 2021, the music industry is optimistic for the first time in over a year. Festivals and tours are getting announced every week, and a grown amount of artists are planning to release music before the calendar year comes to a close. That includes All Hail The Yeti, who’ve also begun work on the record that will follow.

In the latest episode of Inside Music, All Hail The Yeti’s founding member Connor Garrity reflects on the impact of the last year on his mental health and professional outlook. He discusses how his time away from the stage has provided other creative opportunities, as well as the story behind his band’s upcoming tour alongside Jinjer and Suicide Silence. He even spills a few details about the group’s highly-anticipated fourth record.

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Racquel Jones Appears On The Latest Inside Music Podcast

An artist in the truest sense, Racquel Jones is on a mission to make everyone more comfortable with being honest.

Racquel Jones is a one-of-a-kind human. Part rapper, part painter, part model, and all heart, Racquel is on a mission to make us a more open and understanding world. Her art speaks to the need to do away with hesitation and embrace the fleeting nature of all things. She appreciates the limited time we have to do all that our hearts desire, and she hopes to encourage others to live their best lives whenever possible.

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On April 24, Racquel’s new album, IGNORANT, will be released. It’s an absolutely powerful and mesmerizing record, covering topics ranging from the toxicity of Christianity/Catholicism, fighting against racism and sexism, as well as celebrating her accomplishments and beauty as a Black Jamaican woman in spite of her struggles. All of this is to the tune of aggressive and hypnotic beatwork, as well as catchy hooks that bring it all together. Racquel herself describes the record/her mission statement best.

In Her Words: 

“The voice of the record is addressing truth; in its raw blatant pure form void of the disposition of wrong or right. It’s my voice…along with the voice of anyone who has ever felt stereotyped. It may seem at times cynical, sarcastic, provocative and uncomfortable, but the anguish is palpable by intention. It’s a voice unique, but one that anyone can understand. It’s the voice of undiplomatic gritty intelligence, relatable to all cultures, transcending pop cultural vernacular and ‘waves’. It’s the voice of powerful women made to feel powerless. It’s the voice of black kings made to feel less than human. It’s the voice of sexual freedom in the face of misogynistic false standards for women. It’s the voice of a young Jamaican woman who’s seen the world and its parallel stereotype universes in all cultures. It’s the edgy voice of Jamaica, a rebel beauty queen, a fallen preacher’s child, the only sister among three brothers, four years in art school and a bachelor of fine arts. That’s me, I’m that voice. I’m Racquel Jones. I create music that’s conceptual, but not too esoteric; intelligent but dope, relatable yet deep, revolutionary and soulful, thoughtful in its words, learned in its language, but totally accessible. That’s me and I’m baring my soul for the world to see and hear.”

In the latest episode of Inside Music, host James Shotwell chats with Racquel Jones about her career and creative process. Racquel reveals the inspirations for her new album and her ongoing struggle to overcome any hesitation she feels toward sharing her truth. The discussion also highlights music videos, maintaining creativity in a pandemic, and why being yourself to the fullest extent possible is the best way to live life. Check it out:

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Horndal Appear On The Latest Inside Music Podcast

Horndal co-founder and drummer Pontus Levahn stops by Inside Music to save his hometown and discuss all things heavy metal.

The story of Horndal occurs countless times throughout history. Once a thriving town in Sweden, the local mill’s closure sent Horndal on a downward spiral that irrevocably changed the fabric of a once tight-knit community. The population is less than a third as large as it once was, and younger generations often leave for places with more opportunities. Horndal is not yet a ghost town, but unless something happens in the years to come, it could quickly fade into history. 

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Co-founded by brothers who witnessed the town’s descent, the band Horndal keeps their hometown’s spirit alive through song. The metal group tells the story of Horndal through their music, offering a new version of David and Goliath; only now the giant monster is the relentlessly destructive force of capitalism. They don’t know if the alone can turn the tide of the town’s slow decline, but they won’t let their home disappear without a fight, and that sense of enduring pride reverberates through every note they play.

Lake Drinker, the band’s new full-length album (out April 9 via Prosthetic Records), imagines capitalism as a demon that feeds on natural resources and senselessly disposes of waste. Anyone who has witnessed corporations cut down forests and drain lakes will recognize the rage that echoes throughout the music. The members of Horndal call for people everywhere to battle the monsters that threaten to displace us from our towns in the name of profit. Lake Drinker is about recognizing that common enemy and joining together to defeat it before we’re too late. 

In the latest episode of Inside Music, Horndal drummer and co-founder Pontus Levahn tells host James Shotwell about his work. The two share memories of their small-town childhoods and the forces that put both places on the path to decay. They also speak about how environments inform creativity and why the band is returning home for their first performance since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

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Pupil Slicer Appear On The Latest Inside Music Podcast [Video]

Kate Davies of UK band Pupil Slicer stops by Inside Music to discuss Mirrors, making music in a pandemic, and more.

Pupil Slicer is a force no one can contain. An amalgamation of mathcore, deathcore, and frenzied punk, the UK trio is taking the world by storm with their recently released debut album, Mirrors. It’s a tornado of sound and angst that is sure to capture (and stranglehold) your attention.

The beauty of a group like Pupil Slicer is that they get it. They understand the frustration of trying to rise through society’s ranks and thrive in a world that doesn’t care about you. Mirrors, like all the band’s material, channels that relatable rage into bombastic productions that rattle your bones and move your soul. It would be chaos if the trio were any less talented, but as is — their precision is unmatched.

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On the first day of April 2021, Inside Music host James Shotwell connected with Pupil Slicer’s Kate Davies to discuss Mirrors, joining the Prosthetic Records family, and more. The pair swap stories about reacting to criticism and struggle with the prospect of having to maintain the forward momentum of any new project. It’s unclear what the immediate future holds for Pupil Slicer, but we get the feeling from this conversation that their rise to the top of the heavy music community is just beginning.

Mirrors, Pupil Slicer’s debut album, is available now through Prosthetic Records.

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