Indie-emo rock outlet The Front Bottoms is bringing its unique sound to Cincinnati. The duo of Brian Sella and Mat Uychich are touring the country as part of their “Finding Your Way Home” tour. Now, the band is finding their way to the Queen City.
The Front Bottoms have been a mainstay in the alternative music scene for some time. Founded in 2006, Sella and Uychich have been releasing music under the band’s moniker since their early college days. The act has become known for its blend of differing alternative sounds and writing styles. A bit folky and a bit Midwestern emo, The Front Bottoms have cornered a section of alternative music that has earned them a strong following.
The band is mostly known for their earlier works. Songs like “Twin Size Mattress” and “Funny You Should Ask” marked the height of the band’s popularity in the early 2010s. The 2013 album, Talon of the Hawk, featured both singles and received the band’s highest praise to date. The blend of uptempo and catchy beats melded with lyrics of teen angst struck a chord with the audience of the time.
Despite the early success, The Front Bottoms haven’t stopped releasing music in the nearly two decades they’ve been together. Since the band reached their heights with Talon of the Hawk, they’ve since released four studio albums and multiple EPs. The album You Are Who You Hang Out With came out just last August. Although a slight departure from their original sound, the newer release shows that the band was willing to grow rather than stay stagnant.
The Front Bottoms won’t be the only ones gracing the stage. As part of the tour, the band will see support from solo artist Alex Lahey. The Australian multi-instrumentalist is looking to bring her groovy vibes to the States. Lahey manages to capture indie rock in its purest form, writing some of the catchiest riffs and lyrics one can hear and making her a great act to support The Front Bottoms.
The Front Bottoms play Bogart’s on Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. More info: bogarts.com.
This story is featured in CityBeat's Sept. 18 print edition.
