What inspired the name of the band? What are your influences and are they the same as when you started out?
Honestly? The band name came from a mix of ego and laziness. I mean, when you’re starting a project solo, who else are you going to name it after?
I’m totally joking!
The band name, The Kyle Jordan Project, came from the idea that this music journey is a collaborative experiment—it started as a solo vision and evolved into something bigger with contributions from incredible talents worldwide. Eventually, it became Myself, Erick, and Greg and took on the form you currently see and hear.
In the end, I guess It reflects my personal connection to the music while honoring the “project” aspect of working with a dynamic and creative team.
As for influences, imagine Led Zeppelin jamming with The Glorious Sons in a smoky bar while Janis Joplin shouts unsolicited advice from the corner. Then add a dash of Noah Kahan’s emotional storytelling and maybe a pinch of Imagine Dragons’ arena vibe. Basically, it’s a chaotic playlist that somehow makes sense.
How and why do you write what you do?
Songwriting for me is like therapy—it’s about exploring real, raw emotions and human experiences. Sometimes, it starts with a single line or melody that sticks in my head other times it just comes pouring out. But almost every song ends up in front of all three of us. By the time it’s finished there’s a piece of us all in there.
Themes tend to revolve around personal struggles, triumphs, and connections—overcoming odds, love, loss, and everything messy in between. Lately, I’ve been diving into more conceptual themes too, like spirituality and altered states of mind. I love blending personal stories with universal truths, so every listener can find a piece of themselves in the music.
Because bubblegum pop wasn’t returning my calls. Kidding! I have huge respect for pop artists and personally love every style of music. Sabrina Carpenter for the win! I’ve had “Please, Please, Please,” living rent free in my head all morning. Well, that and a Red Helen Slipknot cover! Truthfully, the music we make is the kind I’ve always wanted to hear—guitar-driven, raw, and unapologetically real. It’s like therapy, but with distortion pedals. I’ve been through some crazy stuff—a brain tumor, divorce—so this is my way of processing all that while hopefully helping someone else do the same. Plus, writing serious, emotional music gives me an excuse to crack jokes in interviews. Balance, right?!
How and why do you write what you do?
Songwriting for me is like therapy—it’s about exploring real, raw emotions and human experiences. Sometimes, it starts with a single line or melody that sticks in my head other times it just comes pouring out. But almost every song ends up in front of all three of us. By the time it’s finished there’s a piece of us all in there.
Themes tend to revolve around personal struggles, triumphs, and connections—overcoming odds, love, loss, and everything messy in between. Lately, I’ve been diving into more conceptual themes too, like spirituality and altered states of mind. I love blending personal stories with universal truths, so every listener can find a piece of themselves in the music.
Because bubblegum pop wasn’t returning my calls. Kidding! I have huge respect for pop artists and personally love every style of music. Sabrina Carpenter for the win! I’ve had “Please, Please, Please,” living rent free in my head all morning. Well, that and a Red Helen Slipknot cover! Truthfully, the music we make is the kind I’ve always wanted to hear—guitar-driven, raw, and unapologetically real. It’s like therapy, but with distortion pedals. I’ve been through some crazy stuff—a brain tumor, divorce—so this is my way of processing all that while hopefully helping someone else do the same. Plus, writing serious, emotional music gives me an excuse to crack jokes in interviews. Balance, right?!
Live?
We choose songs that hit hardest with the audience—whether it’s a track with a big anthemic vibe like Demons or something raw and emotional like Mexico. It’s all about creating an arc that takes the crowd on a journey. For the live setting, we focus on capturing the energy of the recordings while letting the songs breathe
Live?
We choose songs that hit hardest with the audience—whether it’s a track with a big anthemic vibe like Demons or something raw and emotional like Mexico. It’s all about creating an arc that takes the crowd on a journey. For the live setting, we focus on capturing the energy of the recordings while letting the songs breathe
What plans do you have for the future?
World domination, obviously. But, short term, more music and more touring. I’m itching to hit every corner of the globe—Canada, the US, Europe, South Africa, Australia. Festivals? Hell yeah. Playing them, crashing them, or both.
I’d also love to collaborate with some dream artists. Courtney Hadwin? Jesse Murph? Call me. We’ve got a long way to go, but if this wild ride has taught me anything, it’s that the future is wide open—and slightly terrifying. Perfect combo.
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