Ep. 208: Sonny Sandoval discusses P.O.D.'s "Youth of the Nation"

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Chris DeMakes

Music History, Music Commentary, Music, Music Interviews

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🗓️ 27 May 2024

⏱️ 73 minutes

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Summary

P.O.D. vocalist Sonny Sandoval sat in for this episode in which listeners are invited to explore the creation of their iconic 2001 hit single, "Youth of the Nation." Against the backdrop of tragedies like Columbine and other shootings that shook the nation, Sandoval shares how the band was inspired to craft a powerful and inspiring anthem that resonated with a generation in turmoil. With the guidance of producer Howard Benson, P.O.D. entrusted their vision to explore new sonic territories, resulting in a timeless track that remains as relevant today as it was over two decades ago. Chris DeMakes A Podcast is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner for taking your music to the next level. Our listeners get 30% off your first YEAR with DistroKid by signing up at http://distrokid.com/vip/demakes If you love Chris DeMakes A Podcast and you'd like to support the show AND get weekly bonus episodes, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	This episode is brought to you by Distro Kit.
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0:33.0	Hey friends, today's guest is Sunny Sandoval.
0:40.0	Lead vocalist for the San Diego, California rock band, POD.
0:47.0	Together we dive head first into the writing, recording, and inspiration behind the mega smash hit, Youth of the Nation, taken from their 2001 album, Satellite.
0:58.0	Sunny was a real pleasure to talk to. Having never met before, we instantly bonded through war stories of mutual producer Howard Benson.
1:05.3	While Howard's fingerprints are all over this production, it is still 100% POD, as illustrated by Sonny's lyrics. The inspiration which is a painful one
1:15.8	addressing the tragedy of the Columbine school shootings and ironically and
1:20.4	unfortunately this lyric is more relevant now 23 years later.
1:25.0	And while the verse lyrics clearly discuss a tragedy,
1:29.0	the chorus hook delivers a huge promise and message of hope.
1:33.7	From the very start of the track to the very end, the song just keeps building and never lets up.
1:39.0	And the children's choir is the proverbial icing on the cake.
1:42.4	The track is already amazing, but when those kids come in,
1:45.5	it sends things into the stratosphere.
1:48.0	Super moving.
1:49.6	So for all this, Oreo cookies, black sweatpants, and a Philadelphia Eagles Jersey, don't you dare go anywhere.
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