Mixtapes (band)

Mixtapes was an American pop punk band from Cincinnati, Ohio signed to No Sleep Records. The band released three studio albums before entering an indefinite hiatus in 2014.[1]

Mixtapes
Also known asMixtapes Ohio
OriginCincinnati, Ohio
GenresPop punk, indie rock, skate punk
Years active2009–2014
LabelsDeath to False Hope Records
Animal Style Records
No Sleep Records
Associated actsThe Wonder Years
Fireworks
Direct Hit!
Broadway Calls
Websitewww.mixtapesohio.com
Past members
  • Ryan Rockwell
  • Maura Weaver
  • Boone Haley
  • Paul "Golden Boy" Kupper
  • Michael Remley

History

Mixtapes was formed in the year 2010 by friends Ryan Rockwell and Maura Weaver. They released their first album in 2010 under Death to False Hope Records, titled Maps (album).[2] The following year, they re-released their first album as Maps & Companions on vinyl under Animal Style Records, which featured 5 new songs from a newly recorded EP titled Companions (EP).[3] In 2012, the band signed to No Sleep Records and released their second album, titled Even on the Worst Nights.[4][5] On January 6, 2013, Michael Remley announced he would play his last show on February 5[6] and was soon replaced by Paul Kupper. Later that same year in May, they embarked on a tour with Masked Intruder in support of the album, called the "Let's Talk Industry Tour".[7] In the summer of 2013, Mixtapes played on the annual Warped Tour.[8] The band released their third album in 2013, titled Ordinary Silence.[9] After the release, they went on a fall tour with Real Friends, Forever Came Calling, and Pentimento.[10] In the spring of 2014, Mixtapes supported Bayside on their spring headlining tour.[11] In the summer of 2014, the band once again partook in the Warped Tour.[12] Mixtapes played their final two sets at The Fest 13 on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2014 before going on hiatus.[13]

Band members

Final lineup
  • Ryan Rockwell – vocals, guitar (2010-2014)
  • Maura Weaver – vocals, guitar (2010-2014)
  • Paul "Golden Boy" Kupper – bass (2013-2014)
  • Boone Haley – drums (2010-2014)

Former members
  • Michael Remley – bass (2010-2013)

Discography

Albums

EPs

Splits

  • Mixtapes/Direct Hit! (2010)
  • Vision Quest (Mixtapes/Broadway Calls, 2012)
  • Mixtapes/Jabber (2015)

Compilation release

  • These Are Us: Unreleased Songs, B Sides, Rarities, Covers, Splits, and Everything Else (2015)

Other songs

  • 2010 - "Broken Hearted Christmas" on the compilation CD It's a Mess X-mas! (Messy Life Records)
  • 2012 - "Right Where to Find Me" on the compilation CD The Thing That Ate Larry Livermore (Adeline Records)
  • 2012 - "Coffee Party" on the compilation CD No Sleep Records Summer 2012 (No Sleep Records)
  • 2015 - "A Million Bad Bands" on These Are Us compilation (Paper and Plastic)
  • 2015 - "Grenadine" on These Are Us compilation (Paper and Plastic)
  • 2015 - "Sleepless in St. Paul (Acoustic/Redux) (Rivethead Cover)" on These Are Us compilation (Paper and Plastic)
  • 2015 - "My, You Look Ravishing Tonight! (Kleenex Girl Wonder Cover)" on These Are Us compilation (Paper and Plastic)
  • 2015 - "Road Maps, Ice Caps, Death Traps" on These Are Us compilation (Paper and Plastic)

Music videos

  • 2010 - "Sprinkles"
  • 2010 - "Werewolf Shame (Direct Hit! Cover)"
  • 2011 - "Hope is For People"
  • 2012 - "I Accept That"
  • 2012 - "Anyways"
  • 2013 - "Bad Parts"

References
  1. Sharp, Tyler. "Mixtapes to go on hiatus this fall". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  2. Robbins, Nick. "Album Review: Mixtapes - Maps". Alter The Press!. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  3. Zarrillo, Zack. "Mixtapes 'Maps & Companions' Details". Property of Zack. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  4. Yancey, Bryne. "Exclusive: Mixtapes sign to No Sleep Records, plan full-length for 2012". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  5. Colwell, Matthew. "Track By Track: Mixtapes, 'Even On The Worst Nights'". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  6. https://www.facebook.com/MixtapesOhio/posts/583260271689691
  7. Bird, Michele. "Mixtapes announce "Let's Talk Industry Tour" with Masked Intruder". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  8. Whitt, Cassie. "Mixtapes, No Bragging Rights, Texas In July, more announced for Warped Tour 2013". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  9. Bird, Michele. "Mixtapes stream new album, 'Ordinary Silence'". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  10. Kraus, Brian. "Real Friends announce fall tour with Mixtapes, Forever Came Calling and Pentimento". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  11. Crane, Matt. "Bayside announce spring headlining tour with Four Year Strong, Daylight, Mixtapes". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  12. Bird, Michele. "For Today, Air Dubai, Mixtapes, and more announced for 2014 Vans Warped Tour". Alternative Press. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
  13. http://www.punknews.org/article/55320/mixtapes-announce-a-break-following-fest13
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