Ep. 234: Alan Day and Dan O'Connor discuss Four Year Strong's "uncooked"

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Chris DeMakes

Music History, Music Commentary, Music, Music Interviews

4.9 • 923 Ratings

🗓️ 25 November 2024

⏱️ 69 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, Alan Day and Dan O'Connor of Four Year Strong sit in to discuss the writing and recording of the single "uncooked" from their 2024 album Analysis Paralysis. Inspired by a bout of writer's block, the song explores their curiosity about whether certain substances might help them overcome it, despite both being straight edge since they were kids. They share how this challenge shaped the raw energy of "uncooked" and explain how producer Will Putney played a key role in bringing the song to life. The conversation also touches on their vocal harmonies, personal growth, and the creative pressures of their long-standing music career. Chris DeMakes A Podcast is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner for taking your music to the next level. 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 of The After Party podcast, head to http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com to sign up for the Patreon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hey, it's me Chris.
0:02.0	Are you looking for the perfect present for that special someone as we approach this holiday season?
0:07.0	Well, I write and record personalized custom songs.
0:10.0	They're a great one-of-a-kind gift, and I'd love to write one for you.
0:14.0	I have a few spots left, so don't sleep on this.
0:17.0	Send an email to Krista Makes at gmail.com for info.
0:20.0	That's Krista Makes at gmail.com for info. That's Krista Makes at Gmail.com.
0:23.1	I look forward to helping you cap off 2024 with the perfect gift for that special someone.
0:33.5	Thoughtful driving tips from ESO, number three. This is Kieran. He's doing 70 on the motorway.
0:40.8	On his way to a cheeky spa appointment, though his diaries as he's visiting a client.
0:46.6	Naughty Kieran, lowering his speed to 60 could save him up to 9% in fuel on the journey.
0:53.5	Enjoy that hot stone massage, Kieran.
0:56.2	Slowing down a little.
1:10.1	Hey everyone. Today's guests are both vocalists and guitarists, and I'm speaking of Alan
1:14.6	Day and Dan O'Connor from the Worcester, Massachusetts punk rock band, Four Years Strong.
1:19.6	Together we dissect the writing, recording, and inspiration behind their 2024 single, Uncooked,
1:25.6	taken from their latest album, Analysis Paralysis.
1:29.6	Okay, just going to put this out there now.
1:32.5	Uncooked is my favorite song and production of 2024.
1:36.3	This tracks a monster.
1:38.0	The arrangement, the placement of the harmonies, the production, dynamics, and the mix
1:43.1	are all out of this world.
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