Chord Progression

Time and time again since the 2020, the heavy music scene has been growing because artists have been sticking to their guns with their songwriting, their influences, and not bowing down to what is popular or what every other band that is showing success is doing.This band is one of those bands in the heavy music space doing just that. From an opening song on the album that throws you off balance in the first 5 seconds, and a theme that shows a little bit more hope in the sadness of the current state of the world, they create a sonically flowing sound that just connects with fans.The guys in Downswing join the podcast today. With their brand new album, And Everything Was Dark, releasing on October 24th, 2025, we break into the album and the band for you. On this episode we:- Review the early reception of the album from the songs played live, including how the opening track "No God to Me" hooks fans into the band in the first 5 seconds.- See how sticking to their guns in the writing process and writing without