How Fans ACTUALLY Control a Band's Setlist

Is it a blessing for a band to NOT have a massive hit song? The answer is more complicated than you think. The guys from Elder dive into the reality of crafting a setlist, revealing how they quickly learn what "fan favorites" connect with the crowd and which new songs don't. Nick DiSalvo shares a hilarious and honest story about having to change the setlist mid-tour because, as he puts it, "nobody wanted to hear that shit." It's a candid look at the push-and-pull between playing what's new and giving the fans the classics they paid to see. Have you ever been to a show where a band played too much new stuff? Let us know in the comments! 👇 Follow The Sonic Road Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X: @thesonicroad Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/thesonicroad #thesonicroadpodcast #rockmusic #metalmusic #rockpodcast #metalpodcast #rocknroll #alternativemusic #podcast2025 #podcastlife #newepisodes #setlist #livemusic #band #concert #elder #rockmusic #fan #shorts #tourlife