Joey Sturgis Interview | Producing Modern Metalcore & Shaping the Scene

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Jay Valentine of Guilt Trip to talk about their EP God Forgives. We dive into the intensity behind the release, unpacking the themes of anger, reflection, and personal accountability that drive the project.Jay shares insight into the writing process, the mindset behind the lyrics, and how God Forgives captures both the aggression and emotional honesty that define the band’s sound. We also talk about the hardcore scene, channeling real-life experiences into heavy music, and what this EP represents for the band moving forward.This episode was broadcast live on idobi Radio on Tuesday, 4/1 at 9pm ET, before being released across all podcast platforms.Tune in next week for more exclusive station takeovers at idobi.com or on the free Idobi Radio appGuilt Trip Socials:Website: https://www.guilttripmhc.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guilttripmhc/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/guilttripmhcTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@guilttripmhcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guilttripmhcApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/guilt-trip/1463581100Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/07mhRucOGu6NJvRNVzqoxU?si=_guoPIbvTN2I7Z3oQITbrQ

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Caroline Romano to talk about her EP it took me falling. We dive into the emotions and experiences that shaped the project, exploring themes of vulnerability, growth, and the moments that push you to confront your feelings head-on.Caroline shares insight into the writing process behind the EP, the stories that influenced the songs, and how it took me falling reflects a period of reflection and personal evolution in her life and artistry. We also talk about honesty in songwriting, navigating change, and finding strength through vulnerability.Caroline Romano Socials:Website: https://carolineromano.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolineromanomusic/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolineromanomusic/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinermusic?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxs5BDIMCqeHVIl9jfMGy1wApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/caroline-romano/1110159817Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1MgbE6bu4MzbVLfAesPRol

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Noah Duarte and Matt English from DONT YOU DARE to talk about their single BLACK & BLUE. We dive into the inspiration behind the track, the emotions that shaped the songwriting, and how the band approached bringing the song to life.Noah and Matt share insight into the creative process, the message behind BLACK & BLUE, and how the single reflects the band’s evolving sound and identity. We also talk about collaboration, honesty in songwriting, and what the band hopes listeners take away from the release.DONT YOU DARE Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dyd.ca/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DontYouDare.ca/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dontyoudaremusic?_t=ZT-90uGUgRZlxm&_r=1Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dont-you-dare/1734150744Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/234g4qJG7lGnHxCUbnc8LV?si=-HNO9GPTTXmAXX7uJErhyw

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Dameon Aranda from Aranda to talk about their single You Don’t Wanna Know. We dive into the energy and emotion behind the track, exploring the themes that drive the song and how it fits into the band’s sound.Dameon shares insight into the writing process, the inspiration behind You Don’t Wanna Know, and how the band approached bringing the song to life. We also talk about creative evolution, staying authentic in rock music, and what this release represents for Aranda moving forward.Aranda Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arandamusic/Website: https://arandamusic.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArandaOfficialApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/aranda/276126198Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6l0DPGloCYFvs6dM7Y8Wmw?si=f6b66885487848bb

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Brendan Williams and Peter Bruno from Negative Love to talk about their self-titled EP Negative Love. We dive into the ideas and emotions behind the release, exploring how the band approached shaping their sound and identity across the project.Brendan and Peter share insight into the writing process, the influences that helped shape the EP, and how this self-titled release serves as an introduction to the band’s style and perspective. We also talk about collaboration, creative growth, and what the band hopes listeners take away from the project.Negative Love Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/negative__love__Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/negative-love/1831367851Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0LczkHb2AQ8ZRxZGvt9BxC?si=iv-nYA-MREme_Awatsf26Q

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Ryan Clapham and Paul Davis of Cannons to talk about their album Everything Glows. We dive into the atmosphere and emotion behind the record, exploring how the band crafted its dreamy sound while continuing to evolve their style.Ryan and Paul share insight into the songwriting process, the sonic direction of the album, and how Everything Glows reflects both creative growth and the band’s signature aesthetic. We also talk about collaboration, inspiration, and how the band approaches building a cohesive album that feels immersive from start to finish.Cannons Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannonstheband/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cannonsthebandTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cannonsthebandYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CannonsTheBandApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/cannons/65568551Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FtCyCJCJaxabYO7Uyda5B?si=4a17b0b9f4c54690

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Jackson Simmons of little image to talk about the band’s album Kill the Ghost. We dive into the emotions and ideas behind the record, exploring how the band approached songwriting while pushing their sound into new territory.Jackson shares insight into the creative process, the experiences that shaped the album, and how Kill the Ghost reflects themes of growth, reflection, and letting go of things that no longer serve you. We also talk about the band’s evolution, collaboration, and what it means to keep experimenting while staying true to your identity as artists.little image Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleimage/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/littleimageTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@littleimageYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5vH-sBUxA_V2EUAADHQVfwApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/little-image/979666073Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Ljgq0b8I3YkUwp3gtB1wm?si=35748b46870f4855

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by CARR to talk about her album CARRGIRRL. We dive into the creative energy behind the record, exploring how the album blends bold personality, sharp songwriting, and playful experimentation.CARR shares insight into the inspiration behind the project, the stories that shaped the songs, and how CARRGIRRL reflects both confidence and self-awareness in her artistry. We also talk about identity, creative freedom, and the process of building a project that feels both personal and unapologetically fun.CARR Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrmusic/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carrmusicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-R8WOVZaMULI3OE6A8pUxgApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/carr/1360081228Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ufjo5jO7vQfG6Zg0QzWEJ?si=c31dad4303334698

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by JYT (Just Your Type) to talk about their single Say Less. We dive into the inspiration behind the track, the emotions that shaped it, and how the song reflects the band’s evolving sound and identity.JYT (Just Your Type) Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearejyt/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jytYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wearejytApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jyt/1058722413Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1xL72kHj5mvMJyFKLj0rg4?si=2CsKUIk-Qw6nsp-ZVEK7xA

On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Ian Schneider and Peter Smith from Resistor to talk about their album BITE THIS!. We dive into the attitude and energy behind the record, exploring the band’s approach to songwriting and the themes that drive the album from start to finish.Ian and Peter share insight into the creative process, the influences that helped shape the sound of BITE THIS!, and how the band channels urgency and personality into their music. We also talk about collaboration, the DIY spirit of punk, and what it means to keep pushing forward creatively while staying true to the scene.Resistor Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareresistor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreResistor/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weareresistorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYTVxtOCeHrDeymLW6tyf_wApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/resistor/374944407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/52lTghPxufssfXy3Z9rBtA?si=WCqjlXp-R-eYbZuluWQw3A&nd=1&dlsi=721d6dd3063642e9