The Front Bottoms are an American indie rock and emo band from Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, formed in 2006 around Brian Sella and Mathew Uychich. Sella's talk-sung, diaristic lyrics made the self-titled debut (2011) and Talon of the Hawk (2013) staples of the 2010s emo revival. Dig into The Front Bottoms vinyl, CDs, and reissues at Wax Trax Records.
The Front Bottoms formed in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey in 2006, built around the core duo of Brian Sella (vocals, guitar) and Mathew Uychich (drums). The band emerged from the New Jersey DIY scene, releasing early material independently before signing to Bar/None and later Fueled by Ramen. They became a prominent act in the 2010s emo and indie rock revival, known for an enthusiastic live following.
The Front Bottoms blend indie rock, emo, and folk-punk, characterized by Sella's earnest, talk-sung vocals and vivid, diaristic lyrics about anxiety, relationships, and youth. Their arrangements range from acoustic-driven songs to fuller, horn- and keyboard-augmented productions, balancing rawness with melodic hooks.
The band's self-titled debut and Talon of the Hawk have appeared in colored-vinyl variants and anniversary editions popular with the 2010s emo-revival audience. Early independent pressings are of particular interest to collectors.
Listeners new to The Front Bottoms often start with the self-titled debut (2011) or Talon of the Hawk (2013). For related listening, see and .
