Ballsy

Ballsy is the new solo venture of Caveboy’s synth-bassist Isabelle Banos.
Drawing inspiration from the golden era of pop-punk, the raw teen angst of grunge, and
the nostalgic glow of a summer day in the suburbs, Ballsy's music is an explosive fusion
of infectious hooks, unfiltered emotion, and a captivating blend of indie rock and pop.

Her music has been featured in popular TV shows and movies on Netflix (Orange
is the New Black, Maid), HBO Max (The Sex Lives of College Girls), Hulu (Happiest
Season, Crush) & more. You can hear her song “Be Your Baby” in the new spider-verse
movie Madame Web. Commercials for brands such as GoPro and Rakuten have also
featured her distinctive sound. Her songs have also appeared on editorial streaming
playlists, including New Music Friday, Fresh Finds and New Music Holiday.

After releasing a slew of well-received singles, Ballsy is thrilled to announce her
upcoming debut EP “Bisou”, out April 5th 2024. On it, Ballsy fearlessly delves into the
depths of personal experiences, channeling themes of abandonment, heartbreak,
self-discovery, and the bittersweet complexities of growing up. With a nod to 90’s
grunge and 2000’s pop-punk, Ballsy's self-produced sound transports listeners to a time
of youthful rebellion and unbridled energy. Her music pulsates with irresistible guitar
riffs, driving rhythms, and anthemic choruses that instantly bring you back to
sun-soaked days spent skateboarding aimlessly through the neighborhood with friends.
Each song captures the essence of teenage angst, delivering a powerful catharsis that
resonates with both the young and the young at heart.

In 2020, Ballsy's talent and dedication were recognized when she was selected
as one of the top eight female music producers for Music Publishers Canada's
esteemed “Women in the Studio '' program. This opportunity allowed her to further
refine her craft and solidify her position as a prominent music creator in the Canadian
music industry. Driven by a desire to create an inclusive and empowering space for
fellow female and gender expansive artists, Ballsy proudly opened her own studio in
Montreal called Chez Ballsy in 2021. This creative haven serves as a testament to her
unwavering commitment to fostering a supportive environment for all musicians to thrive
as themselves. In 2022, Ballsy’s work as a producer led her to be recognized as an
Innovator by Keychange, a revered global initiative devoted to advocating for more
gender equality in the music industry.

Ballsy also believes in empowering musicians through education. She shares her
knowledge and insights as a featured educator on LANDR's YouTube Channel to over
150k subscribers, and is a regular volunteer for the Montreal chapter of Rock Camp for
girls and gender expansive youth. She has also recently released her own online class
on recording, producing and mixing vocals in collaboration with Studio.com, alongside
esteemed artists like H.E.R. and Idina Menzel. When Ballsy isn’t nerding out about
music you can find her making DIY escape rooms for friends or hanging with her rescue
dog Bruce.