Jonathan and Aaron from Kingdom Collapse join The Sound 228 for an unfiltered conversation about their rise as an independent rock band.

From writing fan-favorite anthems like Unbreakable to grinding in the studio and self-producing every track, the band opens up about what it takes to stick to your vision in today’s music industry.

🔥 Why they won’t fit in the “industry box”

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Dylan from Nerv joins The Sound 228 for an in-depth conversation about the band’s rise, their latest EP Lost, and the passion that fuels their music.

From van breakdowns and three-hour Ubers to playing alongside Polaris and Bless the Fall, this is the real story behind a band that refuses to quit.

🔥 How NERV formed and built their support team

Listen now and experience the story behind the music 🎧

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In this crossover episode, The Sound 228 links up with The Asylum Radio Network for an unfiltered discussion on AI in music, live performance, and what fans truly expect from rock shows.

From AI being called the “steroids” of music to the debate over backing tracks and the Ronnie Radke / Falling in Reverse controversy, this conversation cuts straight to the core of today’s rock scene.

🔥 AI’s role in music creation

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Rob Halford of Judas Priest joins us to talk about kicking off their massive tour with Alice Cooper and Corrosion of Conformity — starting in Biloxi, Mississippi at the Coast Coliseum.

He shares memories of playing the Gulf Coast, the adrenaline of opening night, what it’s like to share the stage with Alice Cooper (his neighbor in Phoenix), and how Judas Priest still keeps the fire alive after more than 50 years.

From Painkiller to Invincible Shield, Halford gives us a glimpse into what fans can expect when the tour launches September 16. This is a once-in-a-lifetime conversation with the Metal God.

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In episode 318, We sat down with 🎶 Saint Social, a band of lifelong friends turning struggle into uplifting indie rock. From their Biloxi 🌊 roots to sharing stages across the Southeast, the group has built a reputation for authentic, feel-good music that still carries depth.

Here’s what we covered in this episode:

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We’re joined by the powerhouse dual-fronted rock band Limberlost, who break down everything from the origins of their unique sound to their obsession with aliens 👽. Hear how a hotel encounter with a whistleblower inspired their hit “Man on the Run,” the deeper meaning behind their new album Beautiful Scars, and why they’re finally hitting the Gulf Coast with a show at The Sanctuary in Biloxi on August 22nd 🎸.

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🎙️ Fresh off a high-energy set at Rock the Mountains, Shallow Side joins us to talk about their wild year on the road, the success of their album Reflections, and what’s next for the band 🔥

In this episode:

If you’ve followed their journey — or you're just discovering them — this episode captures the heart of a band that lives and breathes their craft. 🎧

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🎙️ We caught up with KVRMA just before they hit the main stage at Rock the Mountains — and they dropped some heavy news: a brand new single is making its live debut 🔥

In this episode:

If you’re into bands that blend old-school energy with new-school grit, this one’s for you 🤘

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🎙️ We sat down with Breach The Silence just before their blistering set at Rock The Mountains to talk about their evolution, lineup changes, and the upcoming EP that’s been years in the making 🔥

💿 In this interview:

If you love metalcore with a message — and you’ve ever thought about what it takes to restart a band years later — this one’s for you 🤘

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🎙️ We caught up with Silvertung just before their main stage set at Rock The Mountains 2025 — and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. Fresh off their Octane debut with their new single Caustic, the band shares the wild story of how they found out — just an hour before it aired 🔥

🎸 In this episode:

This one’s got everything: raw honesty, behind-the-scenes grit, and that electric moment when years of work finally pay off. If you’re grinding in the music scene — this one will hit home.

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