ABOUT US
We honestly didn't know how to write a bio for a band. So we asked ChatGPT and she (yes, ChatGPT is a girl) told us the most common questions people ask bands.
Right now, it is Rob & Kyson. Rob is from "MIDVALE" and Kyson is from Logan. Rob plays guitar and sings. Kyson plays drums.
But... we sort of like to think there are a lot more people "in the band."
People who helped us make the album like Marcus, Scott, and Joana at June Audio. Some of the people who played on the album, not including Rob and Kyson. Our families & friends. Our wives! And honestly, our fans. We can't believe there are people actually visiting this website reading this. Feels surreal. You are as much in the band as we are. Thank you!
But... we sort of like to think there are a lot more people "in the band."
People who helped us make the album like Marcus, Scott, and Joana at June Audio. Some of the people who played on the album, not including Rob and Kyson. Our families & friends. Our wives! And honestly, our fans. We can't believe there are people actually visiting this website reading this. Feels surreal. You are as much in the band as we are. Thank you!
Rock. But there is a bit more to it than that.
Rob and Kyson both listen to a lot of music (check our our influences to know more). And because of that, our music takes a lot from other places. Sometimes it is darling acoustic guitar, almost folky. Other times it rock so hard our mothers can't listen to it.
We've been called indie rock before, and that feels good to us. But could be alternative, pop rock, maybe even a bit of math rock. Hard to say.
Rob and Kyson both listen to a lot of music (check our our influences to know more). And because of that, our music takes a lot from other places. Sometimes it is darling acoustic guitar, almost folky. Other times it rock so hard our mothers can't listen to it.
We've been called indie rock before, and that feels good to us. But could be alternative, pop rock, maybe even a bit of math rock. Hard to say.
Yes. In hindsight, there was probably a better way to do it. But, yes, The Road Trip came out before we played our first show.
No. Hard no actually. We played every part on every song and wrote all the words without the help of AI. We aren't necessarily haters on AI in some aspects, but for us, AI does not belong in the creation of music. Music is art, and AI can't make art.
Before we start on this, we want to say this: it doesn't matter.
For a lot of years, we didn't make music because we didn't have the "right gear". Then we finally did and we realized the gear didn't make huge difference.
That said, we love gear. So here is a link to a page with all the gear we used to make the album.
For a lot of years, we didn't make music because we didn't have the "right gear". Then we finally did and we realized the gear didn't make huge difference.
That said, we love gear. So here is a link to a page with all the gear we used to make the album.
Rob came up with the name years ago. I don't really remember how it
came to be, but I for sure remember the reason.
I've always loved music. Music has been something that has brought me together with people for years. It is a deep connection when you like the same music. My wife always talks about how at concerts everyone is there with the same love. Now sometimes we get punched in a mosh pit, but for the most part, everyone is unified. It is a beautiful thing.
I really wanted a name that showed that. I also love short names. Single word names. And so Town. Then Kyson came up with the idea of spelling it with all caps and adding the exclamation point. I loved it! It is pretty dang on brand for me.
I've always loved music. Music has been something that has brought me together with people for years. It is a deep connection when you like the same music. My wife always talks about how at concerts everyone is there with the same love. Now sometimes we get punched in a mosh pit, but for the most part, everyone is unified. It is a beautiful thing.
I really wanted a name that showed that. I also love short names. Single word names. And so Town. Then Kyson came up with the idea of spelling it with all caps and adding the exclamation point. I loved it! It is pretty dang on brand for me.
Kinda crazy.
Rob got super sick in 2022 with what ended up being a rare form of arthritis called ankylosing spondylitis. Spent the better part of a year at about a 7/10 pain all over his body.
Rob had played guitar since he was 5 and written songs since 15. Had tons of material but never showed it to anyone. I mean not a soul aside from his wife. It was always something at the back of his mind that he would do one day.
Well getting sick showed him that life is short and don't live your life with regrets. He knew he would regret not releasing some music and really trying to get it out there.
After he started feeling better in 2024, he started trying to find someone to help. Signed up for a band dating website called BandMix. Reached out to a bunch of people and no one said yes. Then one day he got this message from Kyson:
This is Rob writing now: I can honestly say I was nervous as crap to share those songs with Kyson. I had never played them for anyone. So I played a few. And to my absolute shock, Kyson loved them. I'll never forget this, but he said, "The world needs to hear these songs". Just about the nicest thing anyone has ever said about my music. And from that day on, we've been great friends working on this album/future albums!
Rob got super sick in 2022 with what ended up being a rare form of arthritis called ankylosing spondylitis. Spent the better part of a year at about a 7/10 pain all over his body.
Rob had played guitar since he was 5 and written songs since 15. Had tons of material but never showed it to anyone. I mean not a soul aside from his wife. It was always something at the back of his mind that he would do one day.
Well getting sick showed him that life is short and don't live your life with regrets. He knew he would regret not releasing some music and really trying to get it out there.
After he started feeling better in 2024, he started trying to find someone to help. Signed up for a band dating website called BandMix. Reached out to a bunch of people and no one said yes. Then one day he got this message from Kyson:
This is Rob writing now: I can honestly say I was nervous as crap to share those songs with Kyson. I had never played them for anyone. So I played a few. And to my absolute shock, Kyson loved them. I'll never forget this, but he said, "The world needs to hear these songs". Just about the nicest thing anyone has ever said about my music. And from that day on, we've been great friends working on this album/future albums!
Lots of things. Being sick is a huge theme. Anxiety. Sucide. Love.
Los Angeles.
If you want a more detailed breakdown, you should join The TOWN! Hall! {' '} You get a breakdown of all the songs, plus can see a bunch of other cool stuff.
If you want a more detailed breakdown, you should join The TOWN! Hall! {' '} You get a breakdown of all the songs, plus can see a bunch of other cool stuff.
Of freaking course! Shoot us an email at info@town.band
Wow... get ready.
We are huge believers that anyone you've ever listened to is an influence. But here is a list of some of them... not in precise order but close.
From the 60s-early 90s (before we were born):
Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, The freaking Beatles, Van Morrison, John Denver, The Eagles, a-ha, Elton John, Billy Joel, Barenaked Ladies, freaking AC/DC, Marvin Gaye, The Cars, Kansas, freaking Boston, Led Zepplin, Lynard Skynard, Queen, Stevie Ray Vaughan, U2, Van Halen, Yngwie Malmsteen, Aretha Franklin, Sam Cooke, Jackson Browne, Jackson 5, Jim Croche, Tom Petty, Bob Marley,
2000s & 2010s:
Ben Folds, blink-182, The Killers, The Fray, Gabe Dixon, Family of the Year, Two Door Cinema Club, The Darkness, Jukebox the Ghost, ARIZONA, The Temper Trap, Bastille, Passion Pit, The Wombats, Foster The People, John Freaking Mayer, Jack Johnson, ALO, OAR, Dispatch, The Bravery, Carolina Liar, Kanye West, Counting Crows, Death Cab for Cutie, Fun., Bleachers, The Format, Simple Plan, Gavin DeGraw, Head & The Heart, Jack's Mannequin, Jet, Joe Bonamassa, K'Naan, Kalai, The Kooks, Magic Man, Matisyahu, Matt Costa, MGMT, Mumford & Songs, New Found Glory, Owl City, Pando (shout out to Elder Vance), Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rise Against, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Tegan & Sara, The Wallflowers, Wyclef Jean, Yellowcard, Avicii, Dan Taminski, Anberlin, freaking Bleachers, City and Colour
2020s:
DURRY, The Paradox ("Ms. Lauren" is a straight up banger), Gracie Abrams, Sam Fender, The Strike, Fickle Friends, so many others we will keep adding!
We are huge believers that anyone you've ever listened to is an influence. But here is a list of some of them... not in precise order but close.
From the 60s-early 90s (before we were born):
Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, The freaking Beatles, Van Morrison, John Denver, The Eagles, a-ha, Elton John, Billy Joel, Barenaked Ladies, freaking AC/DC, Marvin Gaye, The Cars, Kansas, freaking Boston, Led Zepplin, Lynard Skynard, Queen, Stevie Ray Vaughan, U2, Van Halen, Yngwie Malmsteen, Aretha Franklin, Sam Cooke, Jackson Browne, Jackson 5, Jim Croche, Tom Petty, Bob Marley,
2000s & 2010s:
Ben Folds, blink-182, The Killers, The Fray, Gabe Dixon, Family of the Year, Two Door Cinema Club, The Darkness, Jukebox the Ghost, ARIZONA, The Temper Trap, Bastille, Passion Pit, The Wombats, Foster The People, John Freaking Mayer, Jack Johnson, ALO, OAR, Dispatch, The Bravery, Carolina Liar, Kanye West, Counting Crows, Death Cab for Cutie, Fun., Bleachers, The Format, Simple Plan, Gavin DeGraw, Head & The Heart, Jack's Mannequin, Jet, Joe Bonamassa, K'Naan, Kalai, The Kooks, Magic Man, Matisyahu, Matt Costa, MGMT, Mumford & Songs, New Found Glory, Owl City, Pando (shout out to Elder Vance), Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rise Against, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Tegan & Sara, The Wallflowers, Wyclef Jean, Yellowcard, Avicii, Dan Taminski, Anberlin, freaking Bleachers, City and Colour
2020s:
DURRY, The Paradox ("Ms. Lauren" is a straight up banger), Gracie Abrams, Sam Fender, The Strike, Fickle Friends, so many others we will keep adding!
Are you kidding?! We'd be pissed if you didn't!