In this special 107th episode of the **Metal Maniacs Podcast**, hosts **Jay Ingersoll** and **Modd** sit down with none other than **T.J. Miller** — the powerful voice behind the Michigan metalcore pioneers **Still Remains** and the melodic rock project **Glassfield**.

We dive deep into T.J.’s journey through the heavy music world, from the early days playing sweaty local shows to becoming part of a band that helped define a chapter of American metalcore. Together, we explore the evolution of his sound, his songwriting process, and what it’s like to move between heavier and more melodic projects without losing authenticity.

🎤 **Topics we cover include:**

* **The inception of Still Remains** – how the band formed, early influences, and the energy of the Michigan metalcore scene in the early 2000s.

* **Transition to Glassfield** – why T.J. started this melodic rock project and what it unlocked creatively.

* The challenges and joys of balancing two very different musical projects.

* Writing lyrics from personal struggles, hope, and faith — and why vulnerability still matters in heavy music.

* The legacy of Still Remains’ albums like *“Of Love and Lunacy”* and *“The Serpent”*, and how those songs feel to perform today.

* Recording stories, live show memories, and moments that changed the band forever.

* How the Michigan scene shaped T.J. as an artist and as a person.

* Advice for new musicians trying to find their voice in an oversaturated world.

🤘 **Plus:**

* Behind-the-scenes memories of tours and shows that made an impact.

* What’s next for Glassfield, Still Remains, and other creative projects on the horizon.

Still Remains helped craft a melodic, passionate strain of metalcore that was both crushing and deeply melodic, while Glassfield lets T.J. explore soaring hooks and introspective themes. In this conversation, we explore why both sides matter, and how the journey through heavy music is as much about growth and honesty as it is about riffs and breakdowns.

🎶 **Check out T.J. Miller’s music:**

* Still Remains: [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/0dtWjDmyshxEkAD2YWxF6N) | [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stillremains/)

* Glassfield: [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/0JH6TRFg4qCKXc9dvUhaJx) | [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/glassfieldmusic/)

✨ Whether you were there moshing in the front row at a Still Remains show in 2005, or you’ve discovered these bands years later, this episode is a reminder of why heavy music stays with us: it’s real, it’s honest, and it helps us survive.

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