The conversation focused on the journey, experiences, and perspectives of the band Ourselves Among Others, highlighting their reunion, new music, and the evolving world of music promotion and fandom. The discussion explored nostalgia, generational shifts in music consumption, the importance of live shows, and the challenges and excitement of being a modern band navigating social media, festivals, and the music business.
Main Topics Covered
Touring, festivals, and the thrill of live performance
The role of nostalgia in music for both artists and fans
Evolution of music promotion: from MySpace and tape trading to TikTok
Band dynamics and division of labor, especially around social media
Writing, recording, and releasing new music in today’s landscape
Managing fan expectations and setlists with new and old material
Memorable stories from venues, fan interactions, and first shows
Navigating the music industry, management, and networking
Upcoming shows and releases
Key Discussions & Stories
Touring and Festivals
Attending and covering major festivals such as Wacken, Bloodstock, and Warped Tour, with Ourselves Among Others considered a highlight among these events 00:36.
Comparing the excitement and unique environment of festivals and the sense of community they create 29:48.
Music, Nostalgia, and Change
Reflecting on changes in how music is consumed—vinyl, cassette, 8-tracks, and modern streaming 02:27.
One concept discussed was how nostalgia shapes musical tastes and band-fan relationships, referencing bands like Bring Me the Horizon, Metallica, and Slayer 11:13, 19:21.
The maturity and evolution of sound for both bands and their listeners, balancing old fans’ wants with artistic growth 11:13.
Promotion and Social Media
Comparing the DIY roots of band promotion with modern digital demands. Several points were raised, including how social channels have made some things easier but also introduced new, constant pressures 06:36.
Insights into dividing up the workload within the band, with roles for handling TikTok, creative tasks, communication, and management 07:08.
Songwriting, Releases, and Fan Interaction
The discussion explored writing new material, feedback from both old and new fans, and the positive response to songs like "Death Race," "Stay Another Day," and "War Inside" 09:44, 24:24.
Managing setlists and crowd expectations, especially at festivals where showtime is limited 16:25.
Stories about the creative process, including the multi-year journey for the song "War Inside" and filming its DIY music video in Santa Cruz 25:21.
Band Stories and Trivia
Sharing behind-the-scenes stories about gear, songwriting, and trading instruments among band members 28:07.
Rock trivia moments, such as the secret to Hetfield’s downpicking and Paul McCartney’s journey from guitarist to bassist 33:41, 36:07.
Memorable Venues and Scenes
Anecdotes about early band shows in small bars, iconic cross-genre concerts, and the camaraderie of the metal and punk scenes 21:21, 22:23.
The impact of formative shows on both fans and musicians, and how these memories create lasting connections 19:53.
Upcoming Shows and Releases
Upcoming appearances at Titan Fest and Ace of Spades with Of Mice & Men 28:34.
Announcement of new music, including an upcoming song titled "Make Your Own Luck" and the premiere of "Rusted Halo" at the November show with Of Mice & Men 42:33.
Notable Quotes
"Music is an experience, like an immersive experience a song is. I don't get the whole concept of I've listened to 10 seconds of this song and I've heard the whole song already." 17:27
"If my music can change one person’s life, that’s all that matters. I’ve already exceeded that expectation. So now, now we're just enjoying the ride." 42:20
"We respond to DMs if you want to talk to us, if you want to hang out. Come to a show." 40:23
"We were nostalgia to ourselves... Albums used to have intros, albums used to have interludes, albums used to have outros. Let's make a gift for ourselves. Let's write a story." 15:54
Resources & Links Mentioned
Band on Social Media and Streaming
@ourselvesamongothers on TikTok, Facebook, Apple Music, Spotify, Instagram, and soon MySpace 37:40
Official merch: via Linktree in their Instagram bio (with limited edition items at live shows) 40:09
Song premiere: "Rusted Halo" debuting at the Ace of Spades show in November 42:39
Latest Releases
Recent single: "War Inside" (Available on streaming platforms) 24:24
Music video for "War Inside" filmed in Santa Cruz 25:57
Upcoming: "Make Your Own Luck" (release date TBA) 42:33
Connect with Ourselves Among Others
Follow Ourselves Among Others on all major platforms: 37:40
Merch available via the Instagram bio Linktree – exclusive and live-only editions offered 40:09
Fans encouraged to reach out, connect, and attend upcoming shows for unique experiences and limited edition merchandise 40:23
