Ep. 01 | Kelly Reaves (Long Cold Stare / Haste) | The Breakdown

Episode 1 kicks off The Breakdown with Birmingham heavy-music mainstay Kelly Reaves—former vocalist of Haste and current frontman for Long Cold Stare. This one’s equal parts scene history and real-world band lessons: the early days, the turning points, and what it takes to keep making music when real life is doing real-life things.In this episode:Birmingham hardcore/metal scene roots and how it shaped the soundThe Haste era: stories, growth, and perspective with time behind itThe road to Long Cold Stare and what “starting again” really looks likePractical advice for newer bands (and anyone trying to stay consistent)Guest:Kelly Reaves (Haste / Long Cold Stare)IG: @longcoldstare • @hasterockbandHost:Alan StarnsIG: @bamacore_ www.bamacore.com