Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Crown Lands are back—and bigger than ever. In this exclusive interview, Cody Bowles dives deep into the band’s ambitious new album Apocalypse, revealing how they introduced the powerful villain Blackstar and expanded their storytelling into a full-blown fantasy universe inspired by Dungeons & Dragons.
We talk about the evolution of Crown Lands’ signature progressive rock sound, their love for classic influences like Rush, and how Apocalypse pushes the boundaries of modern prog. Cody also shares behind-the-scenes insights into the songwriting process, world-building, and what fans can expect from this bold new era.
If you're into progressive rock, concept albums, Crown Lands, Apocalypse album breakdowns, Dungeons & Dragons inspiration in music, modern prog bands, Rush-inspired rock, and deep music storytelling, this is a must-watch.
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0:00 Intro
1: 10 World Cup PTSD
3:50 Chapters in a Story
6:20 D&D Villains & Heroes
10:03 Home Recording
12:35 Tuareg Rock
14:15 Dual Personalities
17:23 The Next Album
17:59 Outro
Videos used:
CROWN LANDS – Blackstar (OFFICIAL VIDEO) youtube.com/watch?v=2fCypKkv0GA
Taken from the album ‘Apocalypse’ out 15th May 2026 via InsideOutMusic.
Tinariwen (+IO:I) - Sastanàqqàm youtube.com/watch?v=vACZA9dGvV4
Crown Lands are back—and bigger than ever. In this exclusive interview, Cody Bowles dives deep into the band’s ambitious new album Apocalypse, revealing how they introduced the powerful villain Blackstar and expanded their storytelling into a full-blown fantasy universe inspired by Dungeons & Dragons.
We talk about the evolution of Crown Lands’ signature progressive rock sound, their love for classic influences like Rush, and how Apocalypse pushes the boundaries of modern prog. Cody also shares behind-the-scenes insights into the songwriting process, world-building, and what fans can expect from this bold new era.
If you're into progressive rock, concept albums, Crown Lands, Apocalypse album breakdowns, Dungeons & Dragons inspiration in music, modern prog bands, Rush-inspired rock, and deep music storytelling, this is a must-watch.
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive interviews with the biggest names in rock and metal.
New to the channel? #please_subscribe
0:00 Intro
1: 10 World Cup PTSD
3:50 Chapters in a Story
6:20 D&D Villains & Heroes
10:03 Home Recording
12:35 Tuareg Rock
14:15 Dual Personalities
17:23 The Next Album
17:59 Outro
Videos used:
CROWN LANDS – Blackstar (OFFICIAL VIDEO) youtube.com/watch?v=2fCypKkv0GA
Taken from the album ‘Apocalypse’ out 15th May 2026 via InsideOutMusic.
Tinariwen (+IO:I) - Sastanàqqàm youtube.com/watch?v=vACZA9dGvV4
