Backstory:
Formed in the tiny coastal town of Pescadero, California, Cool Decision is a band that rose from the ashes of two rival high school bands. Maverick frontman, Jake Sullivan, and lead guitarist, Cody Mitchell, were part of ‘Cyclone Fury,’ while the enigmatic drummer, Danny “Keys” Keyes, and bassist, Maddie “Groove” Moorehead, were with ‘Thunder Echo’. After a battle of the bands in their senior year, the four musicians realized their similarities outweighed their differences. They decided to merge their talents into one super-band, thus birthing ‘Cool Decision’. Their name represents their collective leap of faith, a cool decision that ultimately led them from small town dive bars to packed out arenas across the country.

Genre:
Cool Decision has never been a band to stick to a genre. However, their music can be best described as a blend of Pop-Punk and Indie Rock with a dash of Blues.

Title:
“Sunset and Echo”

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse)
Am F
Riding waves under a setting sun,
C G
Memories of you, they’ve only just begun.
Am F
In the wind whispers your name,
C G
In our hearts, love, you’ve staked your claim.

(Chorus)
Am F
Sunset and echo, our love’s silhouette,
C G
Against the backdrop of the ocean, where we first met.
Am F
In this dance, forever we’re bound,
C G
In our love, home we’ve found.

(Verse)
Am F
Stars twinkle as night takes the stage,
C G
In this story, love, we’re on the same page.
Am F
Every beat of my heart sings your tune,
C G
Underneath the indigo moon.

(Chorus)
Am F
Sunset and echo, our love’s silhouette,
C G
Against the backdrop of the ocean, where we first met.
Am F
In this dance, forever we’re bound,
C G
In our love, home we’ve found.

The band’s favorite fan’s name:
Jennifer Hawke

Jennifer’s Testimonial:
“Cool Decision is more than just a band to me. Their music is the soundtrack to my life. The first time I heard ‘Sunset and Echo’, I was going through a pretty rough break-up. I felt like they had written the song just for me. Every lyric resonated. Every chord struck a chord within me. Since then, I’ve followed them to every concert they’ve had within a 300-mile radius. I’ve met them a couple of times, and they’re as genuine and kind as you’d expect. In a world full of noise, Cool Decision is a sweet melody. They’re not just my favorite band, they’re my lifeline.”

Backstory:
Formed in the gritty underbelly of Boston in 2011, Verifiable Consumption came together as an eclectic group of misfits who found solace in the power of music. The band’s core members, lead vocalist Stefan “Stevie” Reynolds, bassist Jill “Jinx” Baxter, guitarist Rick “Ricochet” Johnson, and drummer Tim “Tambourine” Ellis, came from diverse backgrounds, but shared a common vision of creating music that could challenge societal norms while also providing listeners with an auditory escape from reality.

The band’s rise to regional fame was meteoric. The members’ distinctive personalities and unique approach to music gained a cult following, leading to Verifiable Consumption becoming a household name in the indie music scene in New England. Their music, while being rebelliously groundbreaking, also maintained a sense of authenticity that touched the hearts of their audiences.

Genre:
Indie Rock / Post Punk Revival

Title:
“Neon Rebellion”

Lyrics:
Verse 1: [Am C G D]
(Am) Down the city streets, in the (C) heart of the night,
(G) We run with the shadows, in the (D) neon light.
(Am) Embracing the chaos, (C) breaking the chains,
(G) We are the voices, (D) shouting in the rain.

Chorus: [F C G]
(F) We are the Neon Rebellion, (C) we won’t be silenced.
(G) We are the echoed cries, (F) of the voiceless.
(C) We are the dreamers, (G) waking up the sleepers,
(F) We are the Neon Rebellion, (C) we won’t be (G) silenced.

Verse 2: [Am C G D]
(Am) Amid the concrete jungle, we (C) find our way,
(G) The rhythm of rebellion, is the (D) game we play.
(Am) Truth is our weapon, (C) love is our shield,
(G) We won’t be broken, (D) we won’t yield.

(Repeat Chorus)

Bridge: [F Dm Am G]
(F) In the clash of the titans, (Dm) we stand tall,
(Am) Our voices become the anthem, (G) answering the call.
(F) In the heart of the fire, (Dm) we find our desire,
(Am) Our rebellion turns (G) into a neon pyre.

(Repeat Chorus)

Favorite Fan’s Testimonial:
My name is Alyssa, and I’ve been following Verifiable Consumption since their early days. Their raw energy, passion, and their ability to weave a story through their music is what attracted me to their sound. I find solace in their songs and they’ve given me strength in times of adversity. “Neon Rebellion” in particular, resonates with me and reminds me to stand up for my beliefs no matter how hard the circumstances can be. Verifiable Consumption isn’t just a band to me, they’re more like a beacon of rebellion, hope, and resilience.