About this episode

Trevor Reilly discusses the creation and influences behind A Wilhelm Scream's single 'Boat Builders'.

This week’s Throwback Thursday episode was originally released as Episode 221 on August 26th, 2024. In this conversation, A Wilhelm Scream guitarist Trevor Reilly discusses the creation of their fan-favorite 2013 single, “Boat Builders.” Trevor dives into the song’s seamless blend of metal, punk rock, and thrash, revealing how its diverse influences come together to create a powerful and unique sound. He also shares the personal connection behind the track, which serves as a love letter to their hometown of New Bedford, Massachusetts. 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 For bonus episode of The After Party podcast, an extensive back catalog of past After Party episodes, early ad-free releases of new episodes of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, full video versions of episodes, and MUCH more, head to the Patreon at ⁠http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Follow Chris DeMakes A Podcast on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chrisdemakesapodcast/⁠ Join the Chris DeMakes A Podcast community on Facebook…

People in this episode

Host: Chris DeMakes

Guest: Trevor Reilly

Topics covered

• music creation
• punk rock
• metal
• thrash
• song analysis
• hometown connection

Keywords

• A Wilhelm Scream
• Boat Builders
• Trevor Reilly
• music podcast
• punk rock
• metal
• thrash

Sponsors

DistroKid

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: A Wilhelm Scream

Books & works: Boat Builders

Places: New Bedford, Massachusetts

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