VRSTY frontman Joey Varela joins The Sound 228 to discuss the band's powerful new single, "Face Down," and the creative journey behind their evolving sound.

In this episode, we dive into:

Before the interview, the crew also discusses:

If you're a fan of modern rock, post-hardcore, metalcore, and discovering the stories behind today's rising artists, this episode is for you.

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Canadian hard rock band Sierra Pilot joins The Sound 228 to celebrate the world premiere of their explosive new single, "Dead To Me."

In this episode, the band discusses:

The episode also features the latest Grudge Match, where Transient battles Outlier for a coveted Hall of Fame spot.

If you're a fan of modern hard rock, active rock, and discovering tomorrow's breakout bands before everyone else, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Former Ventruss frontman Ben Jewell joins The Sound 228 for an honest and in-depth conversation about his musical journey, personal growth, and exciting new chapter as a solo artist.

Ben shares the story behind his debut solo single "Let Me See," featuring Jared Gomes of Head PE and former Ventress guitarist Sean Seizaw. He opens up about the challenges he faced after Ventress, the struggles that nearly pushed him away from music, and how collaborations with Butcher Babies, Escalate, and Midst of War helped reignite his passion.

We also dive into:

This episode is packed with inspiration, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look at the next chapter of one of the Gulf Coast rock scene's most recognizable voices.

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This week on The Sound 228, Kevin Harris and Lisa Wills sit down with one of the most talked-about young bands in rock today, Garbage Girlfriend from Katy, Texas. At just 15 to 19 years old, these rising stars are already turning heads with their powerful sound, relentless work ethic, and big dreams of landing a record deal.

The band dives into their journey from School of Rock students to a nationally emerging act, balancing high school, college, jobs, and life while building a serious music career. They discuss working with manager Paul Crosby, writing music through marathon songwriting sessions, the story behind their unforgettable band name, and the creation of their latest single and video, "Twist of Fate."

Plus, Garbage Girlfriend shares details about their upcoming shows, their highly anticipated July 31 release, future touring plans, and why they believe being an all-female rock band gives them a unique voice in today's music scene.

🔥 Topics Include:

The future of rock isn't waiting for permission... and Garbage Girlfriend is proving exactly why.

Denver-based hard rock powerhouse Wake Me joins The Sound 228 for an in-depth conversation about their musical evolution, the creative process behind their latest single “Bury It All,” and what it's like working with acclaimed producer Chris Dawson and video director JT Ibanez.

During the interview, the band discusses their journey since rebooting in 2017, finding their identity as songwriters, embracing a more aggressive music release strategy, and the challenges independent artists face in today's music industry. They also share insights into their upcoming album, balancing family life with music, and why creating great songs matters more than ever.

Plus, hear the story behind “Bury It All,” the band's commitment to releasing new music every 4-6 weeks, and their plans for the future as they continue building momentum in the modern rock scene.

🎸 Topics include:

If you're a fan of modern hard rock, behind-the-scenes music industry conversations, and discovering the next wave of rock bands, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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The Sound 228 is bringing the heat as Framing Hanley joins us LIVE for a killer conversation about new music, what’s next for the band, life on the road, and everything happening behind the curtain. 🎤🔥

We’ll be diving into:

⚡ New music and upcoming plans

⚡ Touring stories and fan moments

⚡ The evolution of Framing Hanley

⚡ What the future looks like for the band

⚡ Fan questions LIVE in the chat If you grew up blasting “Lollipop” at irresponsible volume levels in a parking lot somewhere… this one’s for you. 🚗💥

Love The Hate is pulling up to The Sound 228 and it’s about to get loud as we sit down with the band to talk about their new music, their upcoming performance at CPR Fest 22, and everything they’ve been cooking behind the scenes.

This isn’t your cookie-cutter interview… this is raw, unfiltered, Gulf Coast rock energy straight to your screen.

⚡ What we’re getting into: • New music and what’s next • CPR Fest 22 hype (May 9th 👀)

• Band stories, chaos, and everything in between

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NVSN is stepping into the spotlight and they’re not pulling punches. Join us LIVE on The Sound 228 as we sit down with NVSN to talk about hitting the stage at Welcome to Rockville 2026 and tearing into CPR Fest 22. This is where preparation meets opportunity—and where the Gulf Coast proves it’s still loud. We’re diving into: 🔥 What it takes to level up to a festival like Rockville

🔥 Their mindset going into CPR Fest 22

🔥 The grind behind the scenes

🔥 What fans can expect when they hit the stage

Under Black Sky storms into The Sound 228 for a LIVE interview you don’t want to miss.

📅 April 22, 2026

⏰ 7:30 PM CST We’re diving into everything:

🔥 Their upcoming performance at CPR FEST 22

🔥 The story behind their new album “Bad Blood”

🔥 The grind, the masks, and what fuels the chaos behind the music This is raw, unfiltered, and straight from the source.

If you’re about that new rock wave, this is where you tap in.

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What happens when one of the most technical and emotionally charged bands in modern metalcore sits down and gets real? You get this. On this episode of The Sound 228, we welcome ERRA to break down the evolution of their sound, the impact of their latest album Silence Outlives The Earth, and what’s next for the band. From songwriting and atmosphere to the future of heavy music, this is a deep dive into a band that continues to push the genre forward without losing its soul.