Backstory:
Formed in 2018, Pushy Speed started life as a group of college friends who shared a mutual love for music. The band originally consisted of four members – Jack Matthews on lead guitar and vocals, Ethan Harrison on bass, Rory Scott on drums, and Emma Peters on keyboards. They started playing in local bars around their campus in Austin, Texas, honing their craft and gradually building up a dedicated following. After a breakout performance at the South by Southwest festival, they signed their first record deal and started to make waves on the national stage. Their music is characterized by its passion, energy, and the unmistakable chemistry between the band members.

Genre:
Pushy Speed are best known for their infectious blend of Alternative Rock and Power Pop, which they combine with a raw, indie aesthetic.

Song title:
“Rushing the Gates”

Lyrics:
Verse 1:
[C]Down the road, [Am]we used to run,
[F]Dreaming ’bout life, [G]under the setting sun,
[C]We were kings, [Am]we were young,
[F]In the city of dreams, [G]our lives had just begun.

Chorus:
[Am]Rushing the gates, [F]into the night,
[C]We were brave, we were [G]bold, we were dynamite.
[Am]Burning bright, [F]with the city’s light,
[C]In our hearts, [G]we’re still pushing speed,
[C]We’re still pushing speed tonight.

Verse 2:
[C]Riding fast, [Am]breaking free,
[F]We were young, [G]wild and living in ecstasy,
[C]We held on, [Am]through the bitter and sweet,
[F]With the world at our feet, [G]we were chasing dreams.

(Repeat Chorus)

End:
[C]Through the highs and the [Am]lows, the fast and the slows,
[F]We’re still here, [G]we’re still pushing speed,
[C]Through the storm and the [Am]rain, the joy and the pain,
[F]We’re still here, [G]we’re still pushing speed.

Fan Testimonial:
“My name is Sarah Mitchell, and I have been a die-hard fan of Pushy Speed since their early days. Their music speaks to me in a way that no other band’s does. It’s raw, it’s powerful, and it makes me feel like I can take on the world. To anyone who hasn’t heard their music yet – give it a listen. I promise you won’t be disappointed.”