Release Wave

Footballhead

Initially the solo project of Ryan Nolen, FOOTBALLHEAD showcases the poppier side of 90s radio rock. With big guitars and bubblegum hooks, these nostalgia soaked songs evoke the energy of early Jimmy Eat World, Third Eye Blind, and blink-182 while also incorporating elements of grunge and post-hardcore with bands like Story of the Year, The Used, Basement, and One Step Closer. Nolen has teamed up with Adam Siska (The Academy Is... & Say Anything) to keep the ethos of 90s/2000s alternative pop music fresh and dynamic. The band is currently signed to Tiny Engines and released an LP and EP through them already, and a new LP is set for March 2026.

News updates for Footballhead

Chicago alt-rockers Footballhead have announced their forthcoming LP "Weight of the Truth" along with latest single "Used to Be"

Footballhead, Chicago's prominent up and coming alternative rock band, is set to release their new album 'Weight of The Truth' on March 20, 2026 through Tiny Engines, featuring the single "Used To Be" with a nostalgic early 2000s heavy alt-rock vibe with monster hooks. Their sound blends melody and grit, reminiscent of late 90s/early 2000s heavy alt-rock and emo bands like Story of the Year, The Used, and Jimmy Eat World while also having heavier melodic post-hardcore and grungier elements of bands like Basement, Anxious and One Step Closer. The new songs should have something for everyone ranging from alternative rock, pop punk and emo, to heavier, darker, more post-hardcore and grunge-influences throughout. With their debut album 'Overthinking Everything' receiving acclaim, the band is gearing up for a global presence with their upcoming release. Check out the full press release below and be sure to stream the latest singles "Used to Be" and "Hesitant" from the forthcoming LP.

November 18, 2025

Releases

Weight of the Truth

Footballhead

March 20, 2026

Footballhead, Chicago's prominent up and coming alternative rock band, is set to release their new album 'Weight of The Truth' on March 20, 2026 through Tiny Engines, featuring the single "Used To Be" with a nostalgic early 2000s heavy alt-rock vibe with monster hooks. Their sound blends melody and grit, reminiscent of late 90s/early 2000s heavy alt-rock and emo bands like Story of the Year, The Used, and Jimmy Eat World while also having heavier elements of bands like Basement, Anxious and One Step Closer. The new songs should have something for everyone ranging from alternative rock, pop punk and emo, to heavier, darker, more post-hardcore and grunge-influences throughout. With their debut album 'Overthinking Everything' receiving acclaim, the band is gearing up for a global presence with their upcoming release.

Before I Die

Footballhead

August 2, 2024

Footballhead, a Chicago alt-rock/emo pop punk band, is set to release their mini album "Before I Die" on August 2, 2024, following their debut full-length album "Overthinking Everything." The new release, mixed and engineered by Snow Ellet and mastered by Jesse Cannon, delves into themes of fate, time, and impact with a 7-song collection that showcases their emotionally charged alternative rock sound. Fans of bands like Basement, Joyce Manor, and Microwave will appreciate Footballhead's mix of melody and fuzzed-out energy.

Overthinking Everything

Footballhead

March 1, 2024

Chicago-based Footballhead, led by Ryan Nolen, will debut "Overthinking Everything" on March 1, 2024, through Tiny Engines. The band combines pop structures with alt and emo vibes reminiscent of early Jimmy Eat World, Third Eye Blind, and blink-182, offering energetic rock songs full of nostalgia and anthemic allure.