Codeseven was an influential post-hardcore band from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. They started in the mid-1990s and evolved their sound significantly over time. Early in their career, they leaned heavily into metalcore, but as they progressed, their style shifted towards a more melodic, atmospheric post-hardcore sound, blending elements of rock and ambient music. Their album The Rescue (2002) is a standout, showcasing this evolution with its lush, experimental soundscapes. Codeseven disbanded in 2005 but reunited briefly for some shows in the early 2010s. They’re often fondly remembered for their genre-defying creativity and emotional depth.

I got Jon on the Skype and this is what we chat about:

• What it was like to tour recently
• Starting off with 2 singers
• Howard Stern critiquing their Boys of Summer cover
• Dave leaving the band
• Not wanting to headline
• Changing their sound
• Getting compared to Cave-In
• Mewithoutyou
• All The Best Dreams
• The Circa Survive tour in 2010
• What brought on the new album
• And a ton more

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