The Uppers Drummer Travis Talks Influences, Playing Live, and ‘Manic Melodies’ EP

There is no downside with The Uppers; this band is all about energy and punk-driven enthusiasm. The St. Louis, Missouri-based quintet features previous members of Hard Evidence, Time and Pressure, Better Days, and Thee Fine Lines. They combine raw punk with traditional power pop influences to create a rocking good time. Their latest release is Manic Melodies, released this past September via Spaghetty Town Records, Blvd. Trash, and Wanda Records EU. Early on, the group made a big believer out of the great Tuk Smith. Smith is best known for his work with his previous project Biters, and his current group, Tuk Smith and the Restless Hearts. Smith agreed to produce Manic Melodies for The Uppers, helping make this the band’s most accomplished release yet.` The Uppers formed back in 2017 and ha...

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There is no downside with The Uppers; this band is all about energy and punk-driven enthusiasm. The St. Louis, Missouri-based quintet features previous members of Hard Evidence, Time and Pressure, Better Days, and Thee Fine Lines. They combine raw punk with traditional power pop influences to create a rocking good time. Their latest release is Manic Melodies, released this past September via Spaghetty Town Records, Blvd. Trash, and Wanda Records EU. Early on, the group made a big believer out of the great Tuk Smith. Smith is best known for his work with his previous project Biters, and his current group, Tuk Smith and the Restless Hearts. Smith agreed to produce Manic Melodies for The Uppers, helping make this the band’s most accomplished release yet.` The Uppers formed back in 2017 and ha...

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