Aloud: The Power Pop Force
Aloud is an American indie rock band known for their energetic guitar-driven sound and rich vocal harmonies. Formed in Boston, the duo of Jen de la Osa and Henry Beguiristain has built a dedicated following through relentless touring and a series of critically acclaimed independent releases.
Early career
Aloud was formed in 2002 by vocalist/guitarists Jen de la Osa and Henry Beguiristain after they met as teenagers in Miami, Florida. The pair relocated to Boston, Massachusetts, and began crafting their signature blend of power pop and rock, drawing from classic and alternative influences. Their self-released debut album, Leave Your Light On, arrived in 2006, establishing their dual-lead vocal approach and melodic songwriting.
Breakthrough
The band's breakthrough came with their 2010 album, Exile, released on their own Lemon Merchant Records. The record garnered significant college radio play and critical praise for its ambitious scope and tighter production. This independent success solidified Aloud's reputation as a formidable live act and a staple of the Boston rock scene, leading to tours across the United States and Europe.
Key tracks
The Last Time — This driving rock anthem became a fan favorite and a staple of their live set, showcasing their powerful vocal harmonies.
Exile — The title track from their breakthrough album exemplifies their knack for anthemic choruses and layered guitar work.
Get Loud — A later single that captures the band's call-to-arms energy and danceable rock rhythm.
You'll Be Fine — This track highlights their more nuanced, ballad-oriented side without sacrificing melodic punch.
Following Exile, Aloud continued to release music independently, including the albums It's Got To Be Now in 2012 and Spring Break 1999 in 2016. They have collaborated with producers like Benny Grotto and shared stages with acts like The Both, featuring Aimee Mann and Ted Leo. The band is recognized for their D.I.Y. ethic, handling their own label and maintaining a direct connection with their audience.
Fans of Aloud's brand of melodic rock often appreciate the work of similar artists. The Jealous Sound shares a similar balance of guitar crunch and melodic sensitivity. Superchunk mirrors their energetic and independent spirit. Veruca Salt offers a comparable dual-guitar attack and vocal dynamic. The New Pornographers parallel their use of complex vocal harmonies within a power pop framework.
Aloud's music maintains a steady presence on various radio formats, particularly on independent music radio stations and alternative rock radio stations that champion guitar-based acts. Their catalog, from early anthems to later refined work, fits seamlessly into playlists focused on modern rock energy and classic pop songcraft.
Listeners can discover the dynamic rock of Aloud through the radio stations featured on our website. Tune in to stations available on onairium.com to hear their powerful harmonies and guitar-driven songs in regular rotation.
