Getting Started returns with new single “pistonspeak”

Chicago indie rock outfit Getting Started have spent the last year transforming early ambition into genuine momentum. The rising band brings an energising blend of guitars, emotionally charged songwriting and a knack for anthemic melodies, rapidly marking themselves as a band with both vision and the talent to bring it to life. The quintet features the talents of Jack Gallo on vocals and rhythm guitar, Eddie O’Connor on piano, lead guitarist Matt Stein, Pat Hickey on bass and Jack Scanlon on drums and together, the group has developed a sound driven by connection, energy and a shared mission of striding forward creatively.

There’s almost a sense that they’re documenting a journey in real time; their music is filled with moments of reflection, uncertainty, determination and growth, capturing the emotional highs and lows that come with pursuing something larger than yourself. From exploring self-doubt, personal change or the excitement of possibility, their songs carry a sincerity that’s helped them strike a chord with an expanding and increasingly dedicated audience of listeners around the world.

Their story officially began in May of last year with the release of their debut EP, Get Up, unveiling their guitar-driven sound and providing the first window into a band already confident in its artistic output. The follow-up release, Take Care, arrived as another step forward and by the time their eponymous debut album arrived in November, the band had established a clear creative voice, blending modern indie rock energy with the enduring impact and emotional context of classic rock songwriting.

Across streaming platforms and live performances, Getting Started have been going from strength to strength, earning a reputation for music that connects with listeners in meaningful ways. Known for packed hometown shows, their connection with fans continues to develop as they expand beyond their local scene and bring their music to new audiences.

Now, the band opens its next chapter with the release of “Pistonspeak,” their first new music of the year and the opening statement of what will become their sophomore project. The single signals the beginning of another stage in their musical adventure, landing as an emotional indie rock track that serves up the strongest representation of the band thus far. The song captures many of the elements that have defined their rise to date, bringing together emotional writing with the melodic and instrumental strengths that have already won over so many listeners.

Opened by the patter of drums, the arrangement forms with bright piano plinks and the delicate twang of guitar notes propelled by steady percussive energy. As Jack’s warm vocals enter, he spins alluring melodic leads carrying poignant lyricism above the inviting instrumentation to cast a moving indie rock soundscape cut with breezy tone and pop appeal. With intricate lead guitar flourishes, the song surges with intensity as belted vocals ring out above the swell of instrumentation to deliver a rousing finale.

Wrapped in a timeless aesthetic, it’s a stunning jam that puts the band’s catchy songwriting and performance panache on full display, offering a magical musical moment that’s truly impossible not to love. The release also arrives at a moment of optimism for the group, with plans to continue sharing new material throughout the second half of the year, Getting Started view “Pistonspeak” as the start of something larger. Alongside new releases, they’re also preparing to continue performing across the country, bringing their songs to wider audiences in a natural next step for a band whose growth has been fuelled by both well-received studio releases and a genuine connection with listeners.

Listen to pistonspeak below

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