We are the Runners Up. We come straight out of the sticks of Michigan. Our music is a premium blend of alternative rock, scream-o, and punk. People have compared us to bands such as Story of the Year, Senses Fail, Amber Pacific, and Atreyu.
We formed in late 2006, and then went on a temporary hiatus that summer. The band reformed and added a new bassist and guitarist.
Members incude singer Alex Neitling. Alex was one of the original founders of Runners up and writes with a creative influence of girls girls girls.
Scott Rider plays lead guitar. Scott is the man with the plan making his guitar licks scream "I am Rock N Roll!!!"
Next we have Keith Brohl and Mike Mejia. Keith and Mike were both aquired from another band called The Streets of Reno.
Keith plays rhythm guitar, and yes that head band never leaves his head.
Mike plays bass and also throws in some backup vocals. Mike is a classy guy who loves to work the stage.
Finally we have the drummer. Mr. Eric Mitchell. Eric is a not your usual drummer. As soon as you take a look at his set you will notice how different it is to most others. With an emphasis on his toms he comes up with unique, pleasing drum beats.
We recently put out our first self titled Ep.
It is available for $5. If you would like a copy e-mail us.
We now feel our music is stronger than ever. We are working hard to write new music from songs about growling tigers to rough 80's rhythms.
We are the Runners Up.
We are ready.
Are you?
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so theres a pretty sweet show comin up on the 5th that you guys are playing. everyone should come out and show thier support cuz the Runners Up are gonna rock your socks off, then they plan to melt your face, and after that they are going to make you wet!!!
I've started an album for the show on August 9. It's here.
You guys are at the tail end of the album, but only because I put it together in chronological order. I'll probably post some more pictures late in the afternoon today.
ahah were fucking sweeet. (: but megans out of town. & i havent tallked to tina at all but me & lindset are fersher making signs. its gonnna be tihgt. (: &&& its at the hookah bar!!! hahha
