Spectators

Spectators is a three-piece Indie-Space/Dance-Punk (ISDP) band from the Suburbs of Chicago. Since the group's formation in 2012, they have built a strong following through their invigorating live performances with a unique blend of experimental rock and stimulating pop. Their first full length album, Paranoia, was released on April 5th, 2014.

As a result of Paranoia's release, the band became well known in the Chicagoland area appearing on radio interviews, opening spots for bands/artists such as Saints of Valory and Chris Medina, and ultimately having the opportunity to perform in New York on VH1.

During a 2016 hiatus, lead singer Josiah Viland enjoyed a season in professional baseball whilst guitarist Walter Halliwell toured with the Christian pop band, Citizen Way. In the meantime, drummer Tayler Buck played at home with his cat.

The three remaining Spectators reunited in the summer of 2017 to begin laying the foundation for a new record. Working alongside producers Zach Kranz and 12th, Spectators have been accumulating new material which is projected to be released in the Spring of 2018. Their lead single, When My Humanity Starts Showing Through, met its highly anticipated release in December '17.