Blending the punchy riffs of J-rock, the playfulness of indie rock, and the raw edge of pop-punk, Good Kid has crafted a sound that’s impossible not to move to. Their ability to spin clever lyrics and sticky melodies into high-energy tracks has turned casual listeners into hardcore fans across the globe.
Good Kid isn’t your typical rock band; they’re likely the biggest indie act you’ve never heard of. What started as 5 computer science students distracting themselves from assignments—Nick Frosst on vocals, Jon Kereliuk on drums, Michael Kozakov on bass, and David Wood and Jacob Tsafatinos on guitars—quickly exploded into something much bigger, evolving into a massive global community welcoming people to show up unapologetically as themselves.
With four popular EPs under their belt, Good Kid’s debut full-length, Can We Hang Out Sometime?, delivers the high-energy hooks and inventive riffs that have become a hallmark of their sound, while boldly pushing into new territory; longtime fans will find the signature Good Kid bangers they’ve come to love, but also hear the band exploring fresh textures, rhythms, and sonic twists in their grittiest offering yet.
“This record is the most unfiltered and uninhibited we have ever been. There are many things on this record that are irreproducible, sounds and methods that made each and every take totally unique. From writing a batshit crazy solo that’s nearly impossible to play to having Nick screaming his lungs out in his vocals for the very first time. We made these risky but necessary decisions, so now we have to own them! Sonically this record is us exploring some of the most visceral emotions. From deep regret about time lost with loved ones you won't get back, to songs like “Eastside” that are about really wanting to punch someone, up to the most all encompassing infatuation in “Pigs with boots”. We never let ourselves let go as much before like on this record.”
Across ten tracks, the band dives headfirst into the highs and lows of relationships - from the bittersweet pangs of lost love on lead single “Wall”, to the quiet comfort of being alone with a loved one on “Coffee”.
The record quickly takes a raw and defiant turn on grungy banger "Eastside", and hauntingly epic "Rift", tapping into the tangled emotions of facing former friends-turned-rivals, or breaking free from a destructive, all-consuming relationship respectively.
“Thematically the lyrics have a wide range, from being haunted by the memories of the past, toxic relationships gone bad and the anger that comes with it. The theme of bearing your heart and soul to someone, whether it’s through anger, sadness, or joy. Loving your friends despite all their flaws and finding yourself deep in the throes of a new crush. These are all personal lived experiences that we revisited for this album, and we didn’t want to shy away from those earnest and intimate feelings that anyone who is listening has likely experienced too.”
Elsewhere, Good Kid explores the fluttering feeling of new affection on the supercatchy "Cicada," the need for deeper bonds in the face of chaos on "Tornado," and the cyclical pain of drifting apart on "Tea Leaves".
The album’s centerpiece, “Ginger Lemonade,” serves as a heartfelt love letter to the band’s own creative partnership; a declaration that the support of chosen family can help weather any storm. It opens with the title lyric, “Can We Hang Out Sometime?”: a recurring sentiment across the record reminding listeners that though each of us carries our own imperfections, it’s our shared bonds that get us through life’s most joyous and devastating moments.
“Something lead singer Nick said about the theme of the album is “The world’s on fire, let’s hang out.” At its core “Ginger Lemonade” is about turning all the trials and tribulations of life into adventures with friends. Being brutally honest with yourself and acknowledging that nothing is perfect, including your friendships and closest relationships. It’s not about settling, but it's learning to cherish and love those imperfect relationships. Sometimes you hate the world. Sometimes you hate your own bandmates. It’s your friends and the people that stick with you through everything that make it all feel okay again.”
Recorded in Los Angeles under the guidance of Grammy-winning producer John Congleton (known for working with the likes of St. Vincent, Wallows, and Lana Del Rey), the record expands Good Kid’s sonic landscape into more playful and unfiltered places than ever before.
The past two years have been a whirlwind for the band. Between 700+ million streams across their EPs, a recent JUNO Award nod for “Breakthrough Group” and sold-out shows around the world, they’ve cemented themselves as one of the most exciting acts on the rise. But their music is only part of the story. Good Kid’s real superpower is the deep connection they’ve built with the community that propelled them forward.
On platforms like Discord and Twitch, Good Kid has curated a digital space where fans are invited to participate with the band’s world. Whether sharing animations, playing games, or sparking endless conversations about creativity, they’ve transformed standard fan interactions into a deeply rooted community built on shared passions. Their fans are collaborators rather than spectators.
Good Kid’s energy has also spilled over into the online creator universe, where their bold, infectious tracks have found a home thanks to the fact Good Kid’s entire Discography is content ID free and DMCA free, meaning content creators on platforms like YouTube and Twitch are able to freely use their music without fear of copyright takedowns. This has only slingshotted Good Kid’s already impressive following, through the pervasive use of their music by hugely popular content creators, including being heard in seven MrBeast videos (one with over 300 million views).
“As creators ourselves, it felt natural for our music to become super embedded in the content creation space,” shares guitarist Jacob Tsafatinos. “Everything we put out is free to use - no strikes, no takedowns. We love when creators of any scale use our music, from a kid uploading trick shots in a game, all the way to MrBeast using our music.” This ethos has led the band to becoming not just known in the creator world, but friends with some of the biggest creators, from streamers to esports pros. They aren’t just the world’s most creator-friendly band; they are creators, for creators.
Can We Hang Out Sometime? isn't trying to be anything other than pure Good Kid. It captures all the beautiful mess of the community they've built—the late-night Discord conversations, the packed shows, the random collaborations. At the end of the day, that's what they're really about: creating spaces where people actually want to stick around.
