Rock Feed Sam Carter (Architects)
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Aug 11, 2024 
Sam Carter, the dynamic vocalist of the British metal band Architects, dives into the band's evolution and their recent singles, 'Seeing Red' and 'Curse.' He shares his early days in the band, the influences that shaped his sound, and how ADHD has fueled his musical focus. Sam discusses their collaborative songwriting process and celebrates peers rather than viewing the scene as competitive. He expresses gratitude for the band's longevity and teases exciting new music on the horizon, promising a fresh record that blends their classic elements with innovative flair.
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Collaborative Songwriting Workflow
- Sam describes the band's collaborative songwriting process where ideas start with Dan or Jordan and vocals are shaped together.
- He advises building melodies from presented ideas and refining lyrics after structure is set.
Curse Was Written Fast
- Sam says the song 'Curse' was finished in one day and was produced with Jordan Fish.
- He mentions more collaborations with Jordan are coming and that they're writing music for a potential record.
Melody Plus Brutal Backbone
- Sam observes that their biggest songs like 'Animals' are melodic but retain a brutal backbone that hits hard live.
- He notes melodic writing can amplify impact while keeping intensity on stage.