On this episode of Good Noise Podcast, I’m joined by Fraser Simpson and Joseph Soderholm from Chief State to talk about their album Keep Your Friends Closer. We dive into the emotion and honesty behind the record, unpacking the themes of growth, relationships, and self-reflection that shape the album.Fraser and Joseph share insight into the writing process, the experiences that influenced Keep Your Friends Closer, and how the band continues to evolve their sound while staying true to their roots. We also talk about collaboration, navigating change, and what this release represents for Chief State moving forward.Chief State Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefstateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chiefstate/videos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefstateYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chiefstateApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/chief-state/1179135704Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3BgSkC40Vy5XIcu6MKIYv5?si=3eb4ef9adbb04b22Website: https://www.chiefstate.com/