Why Do So Many Bands Peak On Their 2nd Album? Project 86 And Maintaining Creativity on OMNI Pt. 2

Time is fickle to us humans. Over time, we lose our disillusionment and become content. We lose that wonder to discover new things, try new experiences, and chase our dreams because of responsibilities, paying bills, and feeling too old to change it. Artists are the same way.

Those that succeed creatively for a long time maintain that disillusionment, the want to discover new things, and maintain that angst to continue to grow and thrive. It is an effort to maintain that, but one that is worth it.

Andrew from Project 86 is BACK on the Chord Progression Podcast today. With the release of OMNI Part 2 due out on January 12th, we dive deep into:

• Why artists usually make their best music on their 2nd or 3rd album, and why it is important to not lose your disillusionment to keep discovering with angst.
• The drive to balance between not creating straight mainstream metal, but not being forced creatively into a box by the unwritten rules of the scene.
• Your personal rundown of OMNI Part 2 and it's 2 EPs in 1 format.

One of our best ever episodes to open up your new year, so hit that subscribe button for more episodes like this.

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Welcome: (0:00)

Looking Back at Reaction to OMNI Pt.1: (1:10)

OMNI Pt. 2, 11 Unique Banger Outlook: (5:52)

Possible Rebranding of Project 86?: (14:25)

Balancing Mainstream & Scene Sound/Attraction: (17:54)

Why the Scene Won't Let Go Of a Band's Sound, Why Changing Is Necessary Over Time: (25:00)

Why Artists Usually Make Their Best Music on 2nd or 3rd Album: (29:29)

Your Personal Rundown of OMNI Pt. 2: (42:03)

Kevin's Final Thought; You Must Keep Disillusionment To Thrive Creatively: (52:46)