For pop-rock quartet We The Kings, it's all about staying connected – with each other, with their hometown roots, and especially with their fans. Named for hometown Bradenton, Florida’s King Middle School where they first made music together, the band has grown into one of the most engaging and exciting acts on the pop-rock circuit. Talent, ambition, and hard work have all played a part, but for We The Kings, nurturing the bonds between the band and their fans is what makes it all happen.
In the age of Twitter, MySpace, and YouTube, interactivity and engagement are key to success, and the band has worked hard over the past two and a half years to stay as close to their fans as possible. The results are obvious in what they've accomplished. Their self-titled debut album hit Number One on Billboard's New Alternative Album sales chart and spawned the Billboard-charting tracks 'Secret Valentine' and 'Check Yes Juliet,' which is nearing Platinum status. They've sold over 2 million tracks and had over 56 million plays on MySpace, 15 million YouTube video plays (including the Number One most played music video), and three of MTV.com's most requested videos. Additionally, iTunes has featured 'Check Yes Juliet' as its single of the week.
Constantly on the road, in 2009 they headlined their own tours as well as the 2009 Vans Warped Tour. Now they are back for a 2011 headline tour. Since Warped wrapped up, the band has been in the studio recording their sophomore disc, produced by S*A*M & Sluggo (Gym Class Heroes, Cobra Starship, Metro Station) which will be released December 8. The infectious first single, 'Heaven Can Wait,' is gaining nationwide airplay, climbing the Billboard Singles chart, and has already reached the Top 10 on the Alternative Singles chart. It's the band's third Top 40 charting single. On the road and in the studio the band has had the opportunity to collaborate with artists like teen sensation Demi Lovato who appears on the new album on the pop ballad 'We’ll Be A Dream.'
The title of the new release, 'Smile Kid (S-Curve)', sums up the band's attitude. With all their travels and recent success, the band remains bonded by their network of fans, friendship, and hometown pride, always coming back to their home. In fact, We The Kings were awarded the key to the city of Bradenton last year and Travis wears the key around his neck, so wherever the band may travel, they're never far from home.
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