Knockout Kid
Knockout Kid | |
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| Origin | Chicago, Illinois |
| Genres | Pop punk, easycore[1] |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Labels | Bullettooth, THC Music, Ingrooves Fontana |
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| Website | knockoutkid |
Knockout Kid is an American pop punk band from Chicago, Illinois.[2]
History
Knockout Kid formed in 2010. They signed to THC music in 2011 and released their debut EP, Your Name All Over It, the same year.[3][4] In 2013, the band released their second EP, The Callback, via THC music and Ingrooves Fontana.[5] The band released their debut full-length album, It Comes With The Job Description, the same year.[6] In late 2013, Knockout Kid was featured on a four way split with Traditions, No Tide, and Fourth and Goal.[7][8][9]
In September 2015, Knockout Kid signed to Bullet Tooth Records. Their debut album on the label, Manic, was released on February 26, 2016.[10][11][2]
Band members
Current Members
- Wade Hunt – Vocals[12]
- Jacob Fuerst – Guitar and Vocals[12]
- Brompton Jackson – Guitar and Vocals[12]
- Bryan Nunez – Bass
- John Jacobs – Drums[12]
Former Members
- Evan Franklin – Vocals[13]
- Nick Collis – Bass
- Mike Benyoussef – Bass
Touring Members
- Alex Ceja – Bass (2016-Present)
Discography
Studio albums
- It Comes With The Job Description (2013, THC Music)
- Manic (2016, Bullettooth)
EPs
- Your Name All Over It (2011, THC Music)
- The Callback (2013, THC Music and Ingrooves Fontana)
Splits
- Fourth and Goal, Traditions, No Tide, Knockout Kid - 4-way split
References
- ^ http://www.dailynebraskan.com/arts_and_entertainment/review-knockout-kid-s-new-album-manic-brings-high-energy/article_ef6220e0-de82-11e5-a531-6344141a057c.html
- ^ a b Heisel, Scott. "PREMIERE: Dig bands like Four Year Strong and A Day To Remember? You'll like Knockout Kid". Substream Magazine. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ Kam, Chee. "KNOCKOUT KID Sign with THC: Music/Rocket Science to Release Debut EP 'Your Name All Over It'". Pure Grain Audio. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ Parra, Mario. "Knockout Kid - "Your Name All Over It" EP (November 22nd, THC: Music/Rocket Science)". MTS Collective. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ Wagner, Christian. "ABSOLUTExclusive: Knockout Kid Song Premiere". AbsolutePunk. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ Akaredolu, Aaron. "Review: Knockout Kid - "It Comes With The Job Description"". MTS Collective. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ Wagner, Christian. "ABSOLUTExclusive: Knockout Kid, Traditions, No Tide, Fourth And Goal 4-Way Split". AbsolutePunk. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ "Stream Entire 4-Way Split from Fourth And Goal, Traditions, No Tide, Knockout Kid". New Noise Magazine. Archived from the original on 7 March 2016. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ "Knockout Kid, Traditions head up 4-Way". Modern Vinyl. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ Gardner, Ryan. "Knockout Kid Sign To Bullet Tooth Records". AbsolutePunk. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ "Bullet Tooth signs Knockout Kid". Lambgoat. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ a b c d "Knockout Kid "Jurassic Park After Dark"". Heartbeat Media. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
- ^ Rogers, Jeff. ""Your Name All Over It" (THC Music; 2011)". Rough Edge. Archived from the original on 1 March 2016. Retrieved 27 February 2016.