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Welcome to The Sound 228... where New Rock lives loud. 🎸🔥The Sound 228 is more than a podcast. It’s a live streaming rock radio experience, music magazine, concert promoter, and home for the New Rock Nation. Hosted by Kevin “Special K” Harris, Matt James, Lisa Wills, and Jared Seymour the show brings you conversations with the biggest names in active rock alongside the underground bands grinding their way to the top.From exclusive artist interviews and tour talk to new music discovery, festival coverage, scene support, and unapologetic passion for rock culture, The Sound 228 connects fans, bands, and the Gulf Coast music community like nowhere else.Streaming live across YouTube, Facebook, X, and Twitch, The Sound 228 shines a spotlight on both national touring acts and the next generation of artists from Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, Texas, and beyond.If it’s loud, honest, emotional, heavy, or destined to shake speakers at 2AM... it belongs here.We Are New Rock.

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  1. Firsun Talks New Label Deal, "Oh Preacher," and Warped Tour Orlando | The Sound 228

    Firsun frontman Matt Jackson (formerly of Post Profit) joins The Sound 228 to talk about rebuilding after leaving his old band, landing on the name "Firsun" (inspired by his dog, Pang), and locking in the lineup that's now taking the project on the road. He breaks down the band's signing with SVG...

  2. 156/Silence Talks New Album "From a Distance" + World Premiere: Them Guys "Stay With Me" | The Sound 228

    Kevin flies solo this week, joined by Chet from Them Guys to premiere the world-first music video for their new single "Stay With Me" (out everywhere Friday), and Jack from 156/Silence to dig into their upcoming album From a Distance — the Pure Noise Records follow-up to People Watching, its…

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  3. Wake Me Talks "Wolves," Red Rocks Memories & the Secret Sauce Behind Their Biggest Single | The Sound 228

    Colin from Wake Me joins Kevin and Lisa to break down their breakout single "Wolves," their team behind the scenes, and playing Red Rocks with Five Finger Death Punch. Plus a new Grudge Match (Transient vs. FirSun) and a Dec. 20 benefit concert announcement for Mississippi Santa at Sanctuary Biloxi.

  4. Levels on The Sound 228 | New Music, Rock Fest, Life on the Road & What’s Next | The Sound 228

    Levels joins The Sound 228! After catching Levels live at Rock Fest, we knew we had to get them on the show. The Arkansas-based heavy hitters sit down with Special K, Lisa and Matt for a wide-ranging conversation about how the band came together, growing up in a tight-knit DIY music scene, their...

  5. Blacktop Mojo | The Sound 228

    We talk with Matt from the band Blacktop Mojo about their upcoming tour with Nonpoint. You can see them March 18, 2023 at Rockin The Sound. Get your tickets now at thesound228.com Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641…

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  6. Lines of Loyalty | The Sound 228

    We talk with "Nubz" from Lines of Loyalty. You can hear them live at the Rockin The Sound Pre-Party March 17th at The Cannery in Woolmarket, MS. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social…

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  7. Dark Remedy | The Sound 228

    The guys from Dark Remedy talk with us about their new single "Blood Money" Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  8. September Mourning | The Sound 228

    We talk about the business side of the music industry with Emily from the band September Mourning. Pay attention because there are a lot of valuable pieces of information in this one. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228)…

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  9. Exigent | The Sound 228

    We chat with Exigent about how their sound has evolved, what it was like for them during Covid, and their plans moving forward. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are…

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  10. Midnight Fracture | The Sound 228

    Leon from Midnight Fracture talks with us about the bands plans for 2023. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  11. Shallow Side | The Sound 228

    We talk with the guys from Shallow Side about their latest single "The Worst Kind" Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  12. Oceans End | The Sound 228

    We talk with the band Oceans End about their new music and how they came to be. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  13. Oz Craggs | The Sound 228

    UK producer extraordinaire, Oz Craggs from Hidden Tracks Studio, talks with us about how he approaches the recording process. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New...

  14. Archeons | The Sound 228

    Archeons joins us to talk about his first show back on the Gulf Coast and their new music. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  15. Blacklite District | The Sound 228

    We talk with Kyle from Blacklite District about his latest release and how he pairs his music with Minecraft to drive engagement. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are...

  16. Wes Scantlin | The Sound 228

    We chat with Wes Scantlin from Puddle of Mudd about their rise from local band to the top of the charts. We also talk about the new music they have coming out. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch...

  17. Love The Hate | The Sound 228

    We talk with with Love The Hate about their new single "Throw Away" Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  18. Josey Scott | The Sound 228

    We talk with the original singer of Saliva, Josey Scott, about the bands early beginnings. We also talk with him about his new music. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We...

  19. Pardon The Scars | The Sound 228

    We talk with Pardon The Scars about their new single "Purge" Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  20. Sons on Fire | The Sound 228

    We talk with Sons on Fire about their new single "Rise" Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  21. Tantric | The Sound 228

    We talk with Tantric about their upcoming show with us in March 2023. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  22. Avoid | The Sound 228

    We chat with Benny from the band Avoid. If you haven't listened to their music, DO IT NOW! Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  23. Midnight Fracture | The Sound 228

    We talk with Leon Craft about his new solo project Midnight Factor. You can listen to his new single "I'm Fine" here. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  24. Rise Among Rivals | The Sound 228

    Rise Among Rivals joins us to talk about their 2022 and what’s up in the future. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  25. Dusty Grant | The Sound 228

    We talk with Dusty Grant and premiere his new single "I think I'm OK" Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  26. Of Virtue | The Sound 228

    We talk with the band Of Virtue and announce that they will be one of the bands playing Rockin the Sound 2023. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  27. Wild Fire | The Sound 228

    We talk with the guys from Wild Fire about their upcoming show with Pardon the Scars and their new music. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  28. Ep| 100 It’s a celebration | The Sound 228

    Join Jared and Kevin as they celebrate 100 episodes with some of the new friends they have made over that 100. Join them as they welcome 3 Doors Down, Kingdom Collapse, Any Given Sin, Hailey Green, Coldwards, GEARS, Awaken The Giant, Sons On Fire, Project Nine, and who ever else decides to join…

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  29. Above Snakes | The Sound 228

    We chat with the guys from Above Snakes about 2022 and what is up next after their single Living The Nightmare. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  30. Silvertung | The Sound 228

    We sit down with Silvertung to talk about what is new with them as well as their tour with Smile Empty Soul, and Tantric. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  31. Transient | The Sound 228

    We talk with the guys form Transient about their latest single "SOW". Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  32. Gears | The Sound 228

    Gears joins us to talk about their new single, and what plans they have for the rest of 2022. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  33. Etched In Embers | The Sound 228

    We talk with Etched In Embers about their latest single. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  34. Eternal Frequency | The Sound 228

    We site down with Eternal Frequency and chat with them about their single A.I. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  35. killDevil Films | The Sound 228

    Are you in a band and looking for a director for your music video? Check out our chat with Thomas from killDevil Films. He has done music videos for a lot of the bands we feature on the show and on our app. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting...

  36. Brent from In the Pit | The Sound 228

    We talk with the host of In the Pit, Brent Kriner. If you are looking for new brutally heavy music, he is your guy! Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  37. Ignescent | The Sound 228

    Jennifer form the band Ignescent talks with us about the recent success of their latest single. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here. We Are New Rock!!!

  38. Kingdom Collapse | The Sound 228

    We talk with Jonathan from the band Kingdom Collapse. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  39. Sahaj from RA | The Sound 228

    We chat with Sahaj from the band RA. He talks about his career as a producer and RA's new music. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  40. Magnolia Bayou | The Sound 228

    We chat with the guys from Magnolia Bayou about their current tour and the recent performance on the Homegrown Stage. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  41. Raelyn Nelson | The Sound 228

    We chat with Raelyn Nelson Band about her music, her upcoming shows, and about what it's like being Willie Nelson's granddaughter. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  42. Lydia’s Castle | The Sound 228

    We talk with Tonya from the band Lydia's Castle about how they started the band and how Jon Wysocki, formerly of Staind, became their drummer. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links...

  43. Take the Name | The Sound 228

    We talk with the guy from Take the Name about their new music, how they got their name, and their upcoming shows. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  44. Love The Hate | The Sound 228

    Here is our chat with the guys from Love The Hate. We talk about their new line up and their plans for this year. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  45. Lockjaw | The Sound 228

    Check out our chat with Lockjaw from episode 87 of The Sound. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  46. Waiting for Eternity | The Sound 228

    Waiting for Eternity talks with us about their new single " The Long Walk" Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  47. Ep|86 Rise The Phoenix and Waiting For Eternity | The Sound 228

    Rise The Phoenix talks with us about their new video. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  48. Ep 85| Molly D’Ago | The Sound 228

    Molly D'Ago joins us to talk about her new music, and her musical journey. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  49. Transient | The Sound 228

    Check out our chat with the guys from Transient. We talk about the new music and their upcoming shows. Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting "The Sound" to (228) 641- 1648 Get your merch Here! Social Links Here.

  50. Ep 84| Austin John Winkler | The Sound 228

    Here is our chat with former Hinder singer Austin John Winkler. We talk about his struggles with addiction and his 3 years of sobriety. We also talk about his solo music and his latest single "Super Jaded". Download The Sound 228 Radio app --> Apple or Android Join our text community by texting...

About this show

Welcome to The Sound 228... where New Rock lives loud. 🎸🔥The Sound 228 is more than a podcast. It’s a live streaming rock radio experience, music magazine, concert promoter, and home for the New Rock Nation. Hosted by Kevin “Special K” Harris, Matt James, Lisa Wills, and Jared Seymour the show brings you conversations with the biggest names in active rock alongside the underground bands grinding their way to the top.From exclusive artist interviews and tour talk to new music discovery, festival coverage, scene support, and unapologetic passion for rock culture, The Sound 228 connects fans, bands, and the Gulf Coast music community like nowhere else.Streaming live across YouTube, Facebook, X, and Twitch, The Sound 228 shines a spotlight on both national touring acts and the next generation of artists from Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, Texas, and beyond.If it’s loud, honest, emotional, heavy, or destined to shake speakers at 2AM... it belongs here.We Are New Rock.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Sound have?

The Sound has 313 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 1, 2026.

What is The Sound about?

Welcome to The Sound 228... where New Rock lives loud. 🎸🔥The Sound 228 is more than a podcast. It’s a live streaming rock radio experience, music magazine, concert promoter, and home for the New Rock Nation. Hosted by Kevin “Special K” Harris, Matt James, Lisa Wills, and Jared Seymour the show...

How often does The Sound release new episodes?

The Sound publishes weekly, based on its 313 episodes since February 2019.

Who hosts The Sound?

The Sound is created and hosted by [email protected].
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