EP334 Restless Spirit on Raw Songwriting, DIY Touring & New Album Energy | Paul & Gusmo Interview

Paul and Gusmo from Restless Spirit join Tom to talk about their no-filters, high-energy approach to songwriting, the grind of a decade in the underground scene, and how their new album Restless Spirit became their most focused and authentic release yet.Written mostly between May–August 2025, the record captures the band at their most spontaneous — less overthinking, more instinct. The guys break down their creative philosophy: serve the song first, ditch trends, and let emotion drive everything.Inside this episode:• their fast, energy-driven writing process• sequencing an album for flow (acoustic interlude + 9-minute closer)• why progressive elements should support songwriting — not ego• early DIY tours in a van surviving on free meals• the evolution from DMP (“Death Metal Pope”) to Restless Spirit• building chemistry through 10+ years of friendship and collaboration• preparing for a 36-day tour announcement• why live shows should feel raw, loud, and FUNThey also swap concert stories and influences — from Tool, Static-X, and Dream Theater to the songwriting mindset of John Frusciante and the progressive spirit of Rush.Tom even floats the idea of a future run with Howling Giant, hinting at what could be a killer tour pairing.If you’re into heavy rock, doom, stoner metal, or bands that prioritize authenticity over algorithms, this conversation hits deep.🎧 Listen now and hear how Restless Spirit turned 10 years of hustle into their strongest record yet.#RestlessSpirit#HeavyRock#DoomMetal#StonerRock#UndergroundMusic#MetalPodcast#Songwriting#IndieBands#AndNowTheBand