“Pocket Sand”, the latest single from Kansas City’s Stay The Course might just be their most ambitious to date, and it pays off in spades. It’s dynamic in every sense of the word. Shifting from chunky melodic hooks, to a bridge that includes a cello, to an absolutely visceral vocal breakdown, “Pocket Sand” showcases a talented band at the absolute top of their game.
“‘Pocket Sand’ is hands down my favorite to play live. The driving verses and big choruses get me hyped every time. The bridge slows things down with intricate cymbal work and this beautiful interplay of bass and cello (thanks to my wife, Kylie) over calm guitar picking. It gives you a chance to breathe before slamming into an ending that just kicks your teeth in. It’s a musical journey from start to finish.” – Joseph Meador (Vocals)
Stay The Course’s Red Flag is a high-energy punch of pop-punk and easycore, blending massive hooks with breakdowns that hit like a freight train. Tracks like “Dreams” and “Family Matters” dive into heartbreak and disillusionment, while “Pocket Sand” and “Sunflower State of Mind” rage against wasted time and empty words. This is anthemic chaos for anyone still figuring it all out.
Pop-punk and easycore band Stay The Course, hailing from Kansas, brings a new feel to a classic genre. Lush with hard-edged melodic vocals, driving guitar sections, and a destructive wall of sound, their music blends energy and emotion with purpose.
