Show Notes
This week's guest is Aaron Matts, vocalist of Ten56. We take a trip down memory lane to explore what got him into heavy music, landing with Betraying The Martyrs, touring with Mitch Lucker & watching his band's trailer go up in flames. We talk a bunch of nostalgia, forming Ten56. and have an honest conversation about his struggles with anxiety, addiction & mental health.
AARON MATTS: https://www.instagram.com/aaronmatts/ TEN56.: https://www.instagram.com/ten56hq/
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