Backstory:
Third Bonus was formed in the bustling city of Austin, Texas in 2013 by three friends; Jared Connolly, Declan Griggs, and Leo Sandler. The trio met in a local café where they discovered a shared love for music and a common dissatisfaction with their mundane 9-5 jobs. They began practicing in Jared’s garage, creating a unique fusion of their varied musical tastes. After months of hard work and numerous local gigs, they began to attract a following and eventually caught the attention of a local talent scout. Their deep-rooted friendship, combined with their raw talent and shared passion for music, hatched Third Bonus: a band that basks in the glory of the unexpected and revels in the joy of musical expression.

Genre:
Indie Rock

Title:
“Painted Skies”

Song Lyrics:
Verse 1:
(Am)Walking beneath the (G)painted skies,
(Dm)Dreams tucked away in (Em)these tired eyes.
(Am)Chasing the sun as it (G)starts to rise,
(Dm)Hoping to get a (Em)third surprise.

Chorus:
(C)Here we stand, (G)underneath the stars so bright,
(Dm)The world in our hands, (Em)lost in neon light.
(C)We are Third Bonus, (G)playing through the night,
(Dm)Our music is our (Em)life, our fight.

Verse 2:
(Am)Strumming chords of (G)our candid dreams,
(Dm)Singing tales of (Em)unseen realms.
(Am)In the echo of the (G)night, it seems,
(Dm)We’ve found our (Em)melodic themes.

(Repeat Chorus)

Favorite Fan:
Name: Katie Johnson.

Testimonial:
“I’ve been a fan of Third Bonus since their humble beginnings playing at local bars in Austin. What sets them apart for me is not just their unique sound, but the sense of authenticity they bring to their music. The guys pour their heart and soul into every song, every performance. It’s not just about the music; it’s about the connection they create with their audience. The song “Painted Skies” particularly resonates with me. It’s a beautiful metaphor for their journey, their fight, and their spirit. Their music has become the soundtrack of my life, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for them.”