Kmway & Co. Music and Art's Group of the Day

Dead Romantics brings together childhood friends Nathan Boles on guitar and vocals, and Johnny Winkler on bass and vocals. The initially partnered up together in 2020 to share their passion and make music. Rounding out their lineup is Garth Post, the newest member, who brings his drumming expertise from his role in the band Public Nuisance. With their combined talents, diverse musical influences, and passion for creativity, these talented musicians come together to craft a distinctive sound that blends their individual styles and strengths into something entirely new. Their sound has been captivating their loyal audience ever since.

If you are a fan of punk, power pop, doo wop or just enjoy alternative music, this might just be your next favorite local band!

 Dead Romantics currently draw inspiration from iconic legendary bands such as The Beatles, Johnny Cash and The Ramones. Although they have developed their own sound, during their earlier years, they drew inspiration from bands such as Green Day and Bad Religion.  The band have been crafting music since the 1990s and have created a repertoire largely comprised of original songs that showcase their depth and creativity. Their sound is a testament to their diverse influences, reflecting the evolution of their unique musical style. 

The band's name was coined by bassist Johnny Winkler. It originated from a candid reflection of the members' states of mind at the time. "Dead Romantics" was chosen to describe the trio's collective cynicism and disillusionment with love. The name Dead Romantics resonated with the band and their own experiences and emotions.

Playing live shows, they just played at the legendary The Viper room last weekend. So, make sure you are on the lookout for more! You do not want to miss them; they bring out so much energy in their live shows, showcasing their devotion and love for music. 

Check out their iconic performance in the link below! 

As stated by Nathan Boles, "you should interview operation SB and punk rock radio those are my two other bands. Punk rock radio is a punk tribute band and operation SB as an operation Ivy tribute band."