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Fell For You 4:330:00/4:33
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Crawl 3:470:00/3:47
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Die Before I'm Dead 4:290:00/4:29
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“Their music gives off a nostalgic vibe while also maintaining a crisp, edgy sound that is full of passion.”
— American Songwriter
Press kit
"Uptight Sugar is the type of band you pull out the good headphones for.” --Cleveland Magazine
Cleveland’s Uptight Sugar is a five-piece songwriting and production team known for pairing retro grooves with a modern edge. With influences spanning 60s/70s rock n' roll, psychedelia and electro-pop, their songwriting and storytelling delivers a fresh vibe that's full of nostalgia.
The band debuted in 2018, unveiling a unique blend of atmospheric synth-rock and melodic electro-pop. Fans tout the power of their live performances and the lush and layered orchestration that defines their sound.
On stage, David Hamilton [lead vocals] and Matt Vance [lead guitar] deliver “Jagger/Richards” magnetism, while Mike Murray [keyboards/guitars], Adam Christian [bass] and Dan Jankowski [percussion], anchor an animated yet intimate experience for club and festival goers alike.
Uptight Sugar has toured regionally, opening for Ra Ra Riot, Welshly Arms, The Modern Electric, and Sego. In 2019, the band was a finalist in the Independent Music Awards for Best Rock EP (I’m OK, You’re OK) and Best Rock Producer (Mike Murray). The same year, their single, Fell For You, was a finalist in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest.
Following their 2019 sophomore EP, I’m OK, You’re OK, and several single releases in 2020 and 2021.
RECENT PRESS
Best of CLE: Psychedelic Rock Band
// Cleveland Magazine // Dillon Stewart
Latest from Uptight Sugar is a Nilsson Cover Treat
// American Songwriter
Band of the Week: Uptight Sugar
// Scene Magazine // Jeff Niesel
In-studio interview: 91.3 The Summit
// With Brad Savage
MEDIA LINKS
SAMPLE TRACKS + VIDEO
CONTACTS
Media // Kate Kaiser @ katiekaiser.mail@gmail.com
Booking // Matt Vance @ uptisugar@gmail.com
Sync + Licensing // Mike Murray @ mphilmurray078@gmail.com