Long Island NY 5 piece rock band. Playing Dead tread unlikely ground. They combine a wealth of sounds in crafting really impressive and layered music. Their impressive musicianship is bolstered by their prolificacy, too. The band has released a wealth of music. In 2026 they dropped a remix for their song "Superwayne " and have 2 new songs out now. The energetic anthem "Every Part of Youth " and the janglier "Are The Answers There?" Combining big guitars and hook-laden choruses, Playing Dead draws inspiration from bands like @getupkids @facetoface and @samiam You can also hear them on Green Day Idiot Nation SiriusXM rotation with songs like "Through This Frame " off 2025 ep Too Far From Me
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Playing Dead plays melodic indie punk and alternative rock featuring driving guitars, dynamic vocal harmonies, and hook-laden choruses.
The band originated in West Babylon, Long Island, New York, establishing themselves as mainstays in the regional independent music scene.
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