Today we’d like to introduce you to Jordan Moed.
Jordan, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
We were born in 2020 out of the chaos of a global shutdown, The Hungry & Dangerous are a Nashville-based rock band on a mission to bring authentic, no-frills rock ‘n’ roll back to the forefront. Founded by frontman/guitarist Jordan Taylor Moed and drummer Matt Lewis, the band set out to channel the spirit of classic icons while forging a sound that feels urgent, modern, and unmistakably their own.
Blending retro influence with a contemporary edge, The Hungry & Dangerous have quickly built a reputation for high-energy, unapologetic rock, earning praise as a band proving “rock will never die” and delivering a sound that’s both nostalgic and forward-looking.
Their 2022 self-titled debut album introduced the band’s raw intensity to a growing audience, later surpassing 100,000 streams on Spotify and spawning bangers like “Insomniacs” and “Life Won’t Wait.” Since then, we have continued to build momentum with a string of explosive new singles including “Detonator,” “Carrie (Psycho Prom Queen),” “Whiplash Smile,” and “Rockefeller Bop” showcasing their evolution while staying true to their hard-hitting roots.
And now with featuring the addition of bassist Joe Barf and second guitarist Aiden Horne, The Hungry & Dangerous have expanded their sound into an even bigger, more dynamic live experience doubling down on soaring leads, driving riffs, and the larger-than-life energy they’ve become known for.
Self-described as the “Insomniacs of Rock ‘N’ Roll,” the band continues to carve out their place in the modern rock landscape bringing grit, attitude, and a relentless live show that leaves no doubt: The Hungry & Dangerous are here to rock.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It has been nothing but an uphill climb. Being in a band has its challenges, but as time goes on and momentum grows, those challenges continue to become bigger hurdles to overcome.
Take our latest album, No Mercy. It was an album that almost broke the band up entirely and took every ounce of energy, resources, and ability we had not only to write and record, but to actually get it out there over the course of a year-long release cycle. It was a very suffocating process. While I am incredibly happy with the result, and we kicked some major butt doing the work to get it done and released the right way, it was still a very long time coming.
You can really hear those frustrations in songs like “Whiplash Smile” and “Detonator.” I sang those songs with so much power because I was truly working through some demons and a lot of pure frustration. Another one would be “Life & Times of a Public Enemy.” I think we were all at our wits’ end with each other at that point.
Another obstacle I faced was during the No Mercy Tour this summer. I noticed some issues with my voice after I got off stage at a benefit gig here in Nashville, and for some reason, it never got better. A few days went by, and all of a sudden, my voice was almost entirely gone. I was two weeks out from the tour starting and had no voice. Talk about getting caught with your pants down.
So, I had a Teladoc appointment and basically found out that I had laryngitis, which unfortunately meant I was going to miss at least the first part of the tour. Mentally, this absolutely destroyed me. Touring is my absolute favorite part of what I get to do in music, and any time that is taken away from me, I take it to heart.
This was a month-long battle that I had to face and take extremely seriously. Thankfully, I was able to get back on the road with the guys, but it was a wake-up call to start taking better care of myself and, especially, my voice.
My first gig back was our album release party in Philadelphia, and I was a little nervous about how my voice would hold up during the set. What if it went out? But that show ended up being one of the most special nights of the tour. The crowd loved it, and I took in every single second.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
The Hungry & Dangerous is a hard rock band built around one simple idea: we do the work. We write, record, produce, perform, and promote our own music, and we’ve built this band from the ground up through years of playing shows, touring, writing, and figuring things out the hard way.
We specialize in loud, unapologetic rock & roll that pulls from the greats while still sounding like us. Our music is aggressive, melodic, and rooted in real experiences. We aren’t afraid to write about the darker, messier parts of life, and we think that honesty is a big part of what connects our music with people.
We’re probably best known for our live show. There’s no hiding behind a record when we get on stage. We give everything we have to the audience every night, whether we’re playing for 20 people in a small room or a packed venue. That energy and connection with the crowd is something we take a lot of pride in.
We’re also incredibly proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish independently. Our latest album, No Mercy, was a massive undertaking that pushed us to our limits creatively, financially, and personally. It was nearly a year-long release process, and there were plenty of moments where simply getting the album finished and released felt like an uphill battle. But we stuck with it, figured it out, and got it into the world the way we wanted.
What sets us apart is our refusal to take the easy way out. We’re not interested in waiting for someone to discover us or tell us we’re ready. We create our own opportunities, put in the work, and keep moving forward. We’ve learned how to wear a lot of hats musicians, writers, producers, promoters, road crew, and everything in between and that DIY mentality has become a huge part of who we are.
At the end of the day, we’re proud that The Hungry & Dangerous is something we built ourselves. We’re still hungry, we’re still learning, and we’re still pushing to see how far we can take it. That’s what The Hungry & Dangerous is all about.
Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
Never be afraid to forge your own path or to make mistakes. It seems like the age-old adage that “the road to the destination is always better than the destination itself” is actually more factual than people like to give it credit for. Personally, this entire band was built off one idea during COVID. One idea! Now, that idea has turned into a nationwide touring band with several albums and tours under our belt, and it continues to grow every day.
It’s of course never easy, and we consistently have to show why we deserve a seat at the table. But I do think the most important thing you need to unlock in yourself if you’re going to build a career in music is this: don’t be afraid to make mistakes, don’t be afraid to put in the work, and don’t be afraid to be on your own. Your audience will find you. It’s going to take some time. It always does.
I’ve been playing music for over 22 years and have been working professionally in the industry for over 10. It has taken an incredible amount of work to get here, and I’ve still got a long way to go. But that’s the exciting part. The journey is nowhere near over.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.thehungryanddangerous.com
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