New Politics: The Energetic Force of Alternative Rock
New Politics is a Danish-American alternative rock band known for their high-energy performances and genre-blending sound. The group achieved mainstream success in the 2010s with their platinum-certified single Harlem and a series of vibrant albums.
Early career
New Politics formed in Copenhagen, Denmark in 2009, founded by vocalist and guitarist David Boyd and drummer Søren Hansen. The duo moved to New York City to pursue their music career, later adding American bassist Louis Vecchio to solidify the lineup. Their self-titled debut album was released in 2010 through RCA Records, introducing their mix of rock, punk, and pop sensibilities.
Breakthrough
The band's commercial breakthrough arrived with their second album, A Bad Girl in Harlem, released in 2013. The album's lead single, Harlem, became a massive hit, eventually earning a platinum certification in the United States for sales exceeding one million copies. This success propelled the album to chart on the Billboard 200 and established New Politics as a fixture on alternative rock radio.
Key tracks
Harlem — This platinum-selling single defined their breakthrough with its infectious piano riff and anthemic chorus.
Yeah Yeah Yeah — A high-energy track from their 2015 album Vikings that became a staple in their live set and on rock radio.
West End Kids — This song showcased their knack for crafting catchy, rebellious pop-rock anthems with mainstream appeal.
Everywhere I Go (Kings and Queens) — A later single that continued their run of upbeat, danceable rock tracks.
The band followed their breakthrough with the 2015 album Vikings, which debuted at number 31 on the Billboard 200. They continued touring extensively and released their fourth studio album, Lost in Translation, in 2017. Throughout their career, New Politics has collaborated with artists like Fall Out Boy and shared stages with bands such as Paramore and Thirty Seconds to Mars.
Fans of New Politics often enjoy the similar energetic rock of Fall Out Boy. Their blend of punk energy and pop hooks is also heard in All Time Low. The Danish alternative scene includes peers like New Politics. For a similar mix of anthemic rock and electronic elements, try Thirty Seconds to Mars.
The music of New Politics maintains a strong presence on modern rock and alternative rock radio stations. Their catalog, from Harlem to later releases, is frequently featured on online rock radio streams and independent music radio stations seeking energetic guitar-driven pop.
Listeners can discover the dynamic sound of New Politics through the radio stations featured on our website. Tune in to stations available on onairium.com to hear their hits and deep cuts across the alternative rock spectrum.
