Who Are Against The Current?

Against The Current is an American pop rock band from Poughkeepsie, New York. Founded in 2011 by lead vocalist Chrissy Costanza, guitarist Dan Gow, and drummer Will Ferri, the band rose to fame through YouTube by posting covers of popular songs. With their energetic live performances, they quickly gathered a devoted fan base that led to two US tours and appearances at festivals such as Vans Warped Tour in 2014 and 2015.

History & Music

The band's first EP titled “Infinity” was released in 2014. It was followed by their debut studio album “In Our Bones” in 2016. They released their second album “Past Lives” in 2018. Along with their own original music, they have also released several covers of songs from artists such as Bruno Mars and Fall Out Boy. In addition to their musical career, the band has ventured into other creative areas such as fashion and media. They have also been involved in activism for causes such as animal rescue.

Tours & Events

In 2013, the band embarked on their very first tour across the US. This was followed by a tour in Europe in 2014 with support from the band Never Shout Never. In 2017 they went on their biggest tour yet with stops across North America and Europe. They have performed at various festivals including Vans Warped Tour, SXSW, and Download Festival.

Personnel

Lead vocalist Chrissy Costanza is the face of the band and has been a part of it since its inception. She is also involved in other projects outside the band such as her solo career. Guitarist Dan Gow has been part of the group since its formation and is responsible for writing and producing the music. Drummer Will Ferri joined the band in 2012 and is responsible for providing the beats for their songs. He also plays guitar for some of their live performances.

Legacy

Against The Current has established themselves as a successful pop rock group with an ever-growing fan base. They have achieved success both online and offline with tours across multiple countries. Their music has also been featured in several TV shows and movies. They are an inspiration to aspiring musicians around the world and have shown that hard work and dedication can lead to success.