Top 5 Artists You NEED to Listen To - March 2020 Edition:
We know in quarantine, you have been getting a lot of free time to listen. Though, one can imagine that it might get boring after a while, listening to the same 5 or 6 artists on repeat. This is why we are introducing you to 5 new artists each month. When shows happen again, you might want to check them out live! Local shows are almost always better than the big shows, in our opinion. Let us know your thoughts on them! Our theme this month is emotional sadness. And remember, it is perfectly okay to be sad!
Here are our top 5 this month!
Sadderday (Los Angeles, CA)
Sadderday is one of the Los Angeles bands that are slowly gaining traction. In a pop-punk vibe that reminds you of a mix between Yellowcard, Knuckle Puck, Every Avenue, and Real Friends, Sadderday brings sadness to a whole new level. The band released “Say No More” in early January this year and in the end of June, signed to Sunlight Records. Their song, “Please Call Home (PCH)” specifically adds a vibe that everyone can relate to. Despite the raw emotion in their lyrics, you can find Sadderday being really sweet and happy people who just want to have fun and play music. At their shows, you can find them laughing with everyone, bringing an energetic stage presence, and making sure everyone is having a good time.
Fawnes (New Jersey)
Fawnes is a brand new artist based in New Jersey and from his 39 monthly listeners,you can tell that people already love him. Though, take a listen, and you will find that 3 Parts Sadness, One Part Madness, will be stuck in your head for a good couple of days. You might also find that within “I Don’t Like U”, there is an extra layer of hurt to the song, which makes the EP sound so personal. The music is catchy and energetic. The lyrics are easy to learn and dance along to. Upon listening to this EP, I found myself dancing and screaming along to the chorus of “Deku Trees”. Fawnes is for fans of Future, Lil Wayne, and Lil Peep.
Small Talk. (San Diego, CA)
Small Talk. is a band that’s been starting to gain some heavy traction in the Southern California scene. They have played with Sadderday, and most of the bands in San Diego. What might strike you as unique is that one-third of the band are transgender and are some of the kindest people you will ever meet. Their latest album, “I’ve Seen Better Days (Acoustic)” is an acoustic change-up from their heavy, post-hardcore, sound. Prior to this release, the band released “Hawthorne” which fits as the song might remind you of a Hawthorne Heights song. Noah (vocals) adds a bit of LGBT, mental health, and relationship stress into his lyrics. Small Talk. would be best for fans of Hawthorne Heights, I Prevail, State Champs, and The Used.
Breaking Even (Sayreville, NJ)
Breaking Even is one of the bands that quarantine has not stopped too harshly. The band has since started their own podcast- which you can find our feature, here - and are some of the coolest guys around. Their latest single, “Trying So Hard”, brings an old rock, emo style to modern 2020. Breaking Even may be fairly new, though has gained a fair bit of traction since their first release in 2019. They may one day be Breaking Even in their efforts. Breaking Even is for fans of Simple Plan, We Are The In Crowd, We Were Sharks, and Seaway.
No Coincidence (Long Island, NY)
No Coincidence brings a type of energy to the shows that brings people back. The band has been gaining a solid amount of traction in the tri-state area and has about 95 monthly listeners on Spotify. Their latest single, “October” certainly has an autumn sadness feel, and takes you back to a State Champs x Neck Deep kind of vibe. The energy from their music makes you want to move around and at the same time, the vocals make you want to cry. They are certainly a band that I would not be surprised at if they blew up. At their shows, you can find their energy to make you think that you are in a bigger venue than reality. No Coincidence is for fans of State Champs, Neck Deep, Sleeping With Sirens, and All Time Low.
Have a band you would like us to chat about? Send an email to events@Missionmusicfoundation.com ! In a band and have something to promote? Send us an email! We are always looking for new artists to spread some love.
Written by: Blake Matthews