Artist Picks: Chad Price Peace Coalition
A veteran, a lifer, an OG, these are all terms that apply to Chad Price. A member of punk rock legends ALL, as well as his own projects A Vultures Wake, and Drag the River, Chad Price is no stranger to music and the road it leads you down. With his newest project Chad Price Peace Coalition’s full length record A Perfect Pearl, we see Chad taking his music and writing to new heights. We recently asked Chad if he would put together a playlist highlighting some of his favorites and inspirations, you can listen to it HERE and read on below to learn more about his picks!
Katatonia - “Departer”
“I love the gothic balladry Katatonia does so well. Dark, beautiful, all emotion.”
Elliot Smith - “Angeles”
“An amazing song by possibly the best songwriter we’ve ever heard.”
David Gilmour - “In Any Tongue”
“I’ve always loved Pink Floyd and especially DG’s guitar playing and smooth, warm voice. His solo records really target what a Floyd fan loves about the band. Powerful lyrics as well.”
Yes - “And You and I”
“A killer song that takes you on a journey. Yes are musical kings.”
Bon Iver - “29 #Strafford APTS”
“I’m obsessed with Bon Iver. He creates absolute magic. Very much changed my songwriting approach.”
The Black Crowes - “Sometimes Salvation”
“Raw and powerful. The Crowes are in my opinion the best American rock ‘n’ roll band. Period.”
Adrian Belew - “Three of a Perfect Pair”
“A reminder that your acoustic song doesn’t have to be so goddamn boring. Masterfully created song and master guitarist.”
Gregory Alan Isakov - “She Always Takes It Back”
“An absolute beauty of a song. Undeniable.”
Gerry Rafferty - “Right Down the Line”
“A song I’ve loved since I was a tiny tot. I still hear it a couple times a week and it gets better every time. Smooth and emotional delivery.”
Jethro Tull - “Journeyman”
“Favorite band. Period. Turning folk songs into progressive rock masterpieces. There’s just no one better.”
Shudder To Think - “Earthquakes Come Home”
“The first time I heard or really took notice of a prog rock punk band. They absolutely changed the way I think about music and writing. Genius stuff.”
Kill Creek - “Biggest Rift”
“Emo at its finest. The pain in his voice is devastating to me.”
