Colin O’Hare and Matt Degnan from Flatwounds Interview | Discussing Chain of Command

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Matt and Colin from Flatwounds discuss their new EP Chain of Command and the surprising lack of a deep meaning behind its title.

The episode begins with host Glory welcoming Matt and Colin from Flatwounds to discuss their new EP 'Chain of Command'. They express pride in the EP and note positive early responses. When asked about the title's meaning, Colin admits it's intentionally vague to allow listener interpretation, though he loosely connects it to commentary on modern society. The cover art was made by Colin on his phone in a van during a tour rest stop, and he shared it with the band in a humorous, intimate moment at a bathroom stall. The band's writing process is instinct-driven, often starting with a guitar riff and evolving through live performances, where audience feedback helps decide which songs to keep. They describe cutting songs that don't resonate live, like when crowds stand still. The EP's songs were written over about six months, with 'Inertia' taking the longest due to studio reworks and 'Separate' being the quickest. Recording took only three to four days in October 2025, and the band has been eager to release it since. Colin's headspace during creation was affected by a broken leg from a skateboarding accident, which left him cooped up and motivated to return to music. For first listens, they recommend driving alone with headphones or in a Honda Civic with a broken radio and wired earbuds, based on personal experience. The band uses three words each to describe the EP: 'rock music off the dome' and 'crazy insano style'. They hope the EP evokes reflection and slight discomfort in listeners. Later, the conversation shifts to lighter topics like favorite gas station snacks (Snyder's of Hanover honey mustard pretzel bits and gummy bears), comparing the band to a Giuseppe's pizza, and death row last meals (involving expensive champagne or a California burrito). They also discuss living in fictional worlds like SpongeBob's Bikini Bottom or the John Wick universe. The episode ends with favorite colors (purple and all colors) and a plug for the EP and live shows.

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A relaxed Flat Wounds conversation about creative momentum, a broken leg, and finally releasing Chain of Command.

Good Noise Podcast's conversation with Matt and Colin from Flat Wounds frames Chain of Command as an EP the band has been waiting to finally share.

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Press play for a proud band, a broken-leg lull, and the long wait to finally share Chain of Command.

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