Terminal Decay: Horror Anime's Soundtrack

The BreakdownIn this episode of the ATX Metal Podcast, host Ryan speaks with Nick Haas, the creator of Terminal Decay, a deathcore project influenced by horror anime. They discuss Nick's transition from his previous project, The Haas Effect, to Terminal Decay, exploring themes of horror and storytelling through music. The conversation delves into the impact of anime on Nick's creative process, the challenges of character development, and the intricacies of music production. They also touch on personal experiences, the evolution of music styles, and the importance of collaboration in the creative process. In this engaging conversation, Haas and Ryan delve into the intricacies of music production, discussing studio equipment, audio editing techniques, and the evolution of mixing and mastering. They explore the significance of plugins like FabFilter, share personal experiences related to health and creativity, and anticipate the release of new music. The discussion also touches on the role of AI in music production and the challenges faced in the deathcore genre, culminating in a nostalgic return of the 'Does It Stank?' segment.Quick RiffsTerminal Decay is heavily influenced by horror anime.Nick is working on a four-song EP with a narrative focus.He hires voice actors to enhance storytelling in his music.The character Rena from Higurashi inspired one of his songs.Nick emphasizes the importance of creating original characters to avoid copyright issues.Episode InfoBandcamp - Music | Terminal DecayTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@terminaldecaybandYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TerminaldecaybandSoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/terminaldecaySpotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1IruVWyz90qe3KiinB9odY Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/terminaldecaybandATXMP Website: https://atxmp.transistor.fm/Sponsors / AffiliatesCome and Take It Productions: https://www.comeandtakeitproductions.com/Come and Take It Live: https://www.comeandtakeitlive.com/Titan Audio Productions: https://titanaudioproductions.comTexas Metal United: https://www.facebook.com/TexasMetalUnitedA&R Foundation: https://theanrfoundation.org/