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Landon Tewers discusses the unexpected 'dancy' nature of their new single "You Get One," which unintentionally fulfilled his previous desire to create a dancy track. He mentions the challenge of performing the song's unique vocal stuttering and whispers live, relying on his sound engineer for automation. Landon admits to not prioritizing live performance constraints during the writing process, often leaving future-self to figure it out.
Landon addresses criticism about their release strategy, explaining that the 'volumes' were always intended as a series of EPs, ultimately culminating in an album. He defends releasing singles to give each song a chance to shine, instead of being overshadowed by a few popular tracks on an album. He also highlights the importance and freedom of focusing on visuals for each single, praising their video collaborator George for his unique artistic vision.
Landon discusses the significant impact of Mafra's viral cover of their song "Silence." He expresses his admiration for her talent and the positive effect her cover has had on their song's listenership. He acknowledges the irony of a cover surpassing the original's views and emphasizes the power of authentic talent.
Landon offers insights into his production style, revealing that many of their seemingly technical songs, like "You Get One" and "Forgotten," are built on simple two-note structures, with complexity added through production and vocals. He details the intricate process of creating the vocal layers in "You Get One's" chorus and discusses his appreciation for diverse musical styles, from pop rock to heavy metal.
Landon shares his thoughts on Bring Me The Horizon's decision to re-record their early album 'Count Your Blessings,' viewing it as a smart move given the resurgence of deathcore. He praises BMTH's constant experimentation and expresses excitement about their collaboration with mixer Buster Odeholm. He also highlights several up-and-coming bands he admires, including Venova, Newcomer, Cane Hill, and Downswing, emphasizing their innovation and unique sounds.
Landon offers advice to aspiring musicians, stressing the importance of authenticity, dedication, and honing one's craft to stand out in a competitive industry. He debunks the idea of 'cheat codes' to success and draws parallels to Mafra's organic rise. He confirms plans for a full-length album with a central theme as their next project, aiming for a more cohesive body of work following the experimental 'volumes'.