Joel Birch of The Amity Affliction | S2 Ep1

Get ready for an honest and raw conversation with Joel Birch, legendary frontman of The Amity Affliction. Joel shares insights into the band's journey from humble beginnings in Australia to touring globally, overcoming personal and industry challenges, and the importance of perseverance and authenticity in music.Main topics include:The early days and overcoming obstacles in Australia’s music sceneThe differences in band development between Australia and the US/EuropeThe reality of touring costs, industry pressures, and maintaining mental healthThe creative process behind the new album "House of Cards"The significance of staying true to oneself amid industry trendsPersonal stories of sobriety, mental health, and resilienceThe impact of social media on band dynamics and fan relationships🚐 Join The Road Crew (Patreon)Support the show, unlock exclusive content, and keep the tour rolling: 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/lflipod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠💀 Exclusive Listener Discounts• 10% OFF at Rockabilia — Use code "LOAD" → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rockabilia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠💙 Mental Health ResourcesFeeling the weight? You’re not alone.Text "lateforloadin" to 1-512-647-2871 for free, confidential support via Heart Support.Want to give back? Volunteer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠heartsupport.com/volunteer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SNDCHK SESH, mental health for music industry professionals:www.sndchksesh.com📲 Follow Us• Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LateForLoadIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Chris Davis: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Chris_TGI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Josh Korel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JoshKorel⁠⁠