The Sound

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:

• The inspiration and production behind "Face Down"
• Working with Skyler Acord (Issues) and producer Sam Guiana
• How taking time away helped redefine VRSTY's direction
• Lineup changes and the band's next ...

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 evolution of their sound into a heavier, more modern direction
• Collaborating with members of Pop Evil, Devour The Day, and Egypt Central
• Landing airplay on SiriusXM Octane
• The realities of staying independent in ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 aggressi...

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 blastin...

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 ne...

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 int...

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...

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...

Step into the darkness with Living Dead Girl as they join The Sound 228 for a raw, unfiltered conversation about their latest single “Survival Mode,” life on the road, and what it really takes to survive in today’s rock scene. Frontwoman Molly Rennick dives into the mindset behind the music, the band’s evolution, and the grind that most fans never see. This isn’t just an interview… it’s a ...

Bullets and Octane join The Sound 228 for a high-energy conversation about their brand new single “Losing My Mind”, life on the road, and what keeps them pushing forward after two decades in rock. From their early 2000s breakout with The Revelry to becoming one of the most consistent underground forces in hard rock, Bullets and Octane have built their legacy the hard way — through grit, sweat, and relentless touri...

On this powerful episode of The Sound 228, We sits down with Zahna for a raw and real conversation about resilience, identity, and making heavy music with purpose. From stepping away from the spotlight to coming back stronger than ever, Zahna opens up about faith, mental health, industry pressure, and the fire that fuels her sound.

This is not just an artist interview. It is a deep dive into conviction, creativity, and carving your...