Coming out of Long Beach, California, an unapologetically bold quartet known as The Anti Groupies have been going from strength to strength with their compelling sonic output. This all-female hard rock band, formed by Cassidy Fleeman on vocals and guitar, Isabella Broersma on guitar, Sydney Moore on bass and Kyla Foster on drums, are shattering barriers them with a punk attitude, edgy style and a powerful message that connects far beyond the stage.
With an ethos firmly rooted in female empowerment, The Anti Groupies serve as a source of inspiration for all female musicians, proving that they can be both loud and captivating in a genre traditionally dominated by male voices. Their music, a compelling blend of various influences, produces a sound that’s as unique as it is addictive.
The band started out in early 2021, connecting through mutual friends and music programs. By October 2022, they ventured into the music scene with their self-released debut single, “Blessing In Disguise” while last summer saw the release of follow up singles “Social Battery” and “Voicemail.”
Having played over 100 live shows over the last couple of years, they recently brought their new music alive on stages with Southern California performances at Hotel Ziggy in Hollywood and at NAMM in Anaheim. Now they bring us their fourth singe with the brand new track titled “Read the Room,” a raucous rock jam cut with alternative aesthetic, punk attitude and the hook-driven approach of pop punk.
The crunch of a lone guitar riff kicks the track off before the full band sound of pounding drums and driving bass joins to raise the energy. Dipping down to muted guitar chugs, pulsing bass and rolling drum slaps, Cassidy’s swaggering vocal leads thread biting lyricism as the arrangement builds toward the chorus. Erupting into a storming crescendo full of splashing drums, gritty layers of guitar and capped by soaring vocals lifted by powerful backing vocals, “Read the Room” explodes into a high-octane rock anthem.
Produced by Matt McJunkins of A Perfect Circle and Puscifer, “Read the Room” is an epic showcase of The Anti Groupies’ energising and rebellious sound. Brimming with high-octane energy, instantly memorable songwriting and slick musicianship displayed in the breakdown where a half-time beat sets up a rousing guitar solo, “Read the Room” sees this thrilling band charge into 2024 with a sensational new track.
Listen to Read the Room below
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