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Highly Suspect  will performing crowd favourites from across their discography and cuts from their latest record  THE MIDNIGHT DEMON CLUB , released in late 2022.

Never content to follow,  Highly Suspect  push rock music forward by trusting their instincts and raising a middle finger to everything else. The multi- GRAMMY®  Award-nominated and multiple gold-certified band don’t just talk about burning the rules and breaking the mould; they actually do.The band’s chemically imbalanced mix of gritty guitars, haunting piano, off-kilter synths, hip-hop production, cinematic vision, and beautifully possessed vocals transformed them into a phenomenon, beloved by a diehard global fanbase known as  MCID  ( My Crew Is Dope ).

After grinding it out as an underground curiosity, they scraped a path to mainstream infamousness with their 2015 full-length debut,  MISTER ASYLUM . It earned a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of  Best Rock Album  as the single ‘ Lydia ’ received a nomination for  Best Rock Song  and was certified platinum.

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HIGHLY SUSPECT (USA) NZ TOUR special guests Banks Arcade (SOLD OUT)

Date:  Saturday Nov 18 Doors open at 8:00pm

Venue:   Powerstation 33 Mount Eden Rd, Grafton, Auckland 1023

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Highly Suspect Adds Shows to 2023 NZ National Tour

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Due to unprecedented demand, Destroy All Lines and Highly Suspect have now added a new Auckland show to be held at Trust Arena, alongside their two sold out Powerstation shows. In addition to this new Auckland show, phenomenal demand requires the Christchurch and Wellington shows both upgrade to bigger venues.

All tickets purchased for the Friday 17 November show, originally at Loons Christchurch, remain valid for the venue upgrade to the Town Hall, Christchurch.

  All tickets purchased for the Sunday 19 November San Fran and/or Shed 6 Wellington shows remain valid for the venue upgrade to TSB Arena, Wellington.

DAL Pre-Sale starts on Tuesday 13 June at 10am NZST – Sign up HERE

General On-Sale starts on Thursday 15 June at 10am NZST

  Tickets available from destroyalllines.com

HIGHLY SUSPECT – NZ TOUR DATES

  SUN 12 NOV | TRUST ARENA, AUCKLAND – NEW SHOW ** TUE 14 NOV | POWERSTATION, AUCKLAND – SOLD OUT * WED 15 NOV | TOWN HALL, CHRISTCHURCH – SOLD OUT ** FRI 17 NOV | TOWN HALL, CHRISTCHURCH – VENUE UPSIZE FROM LOONS ** SAT 18 NOV | POWERSTATION, AUCKLAND – SOLD OUT * SUN 19 NOV | TSB ARENA, WELLINGTON – VENUE UPSIZE FROM SHED 6 **   * R18+  |  ** Licensed + All Ages   Tickets on-sale Thursday 15 June at 10am NZST from destroyalllines.com

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The 2016 gold-certified follow-up  The Boy Who Died Wolf  roared to life with the platinum-selling ‘ My Name Is Human ,’ which catapulted to #1 on the  Billboard  Mainstream Rock Chart and garnered a Grammy® Nomination for  Best Rock Song . 2019’s gold-certified MCID  album affirmed them as the rare outfit who could collaborate with Young Thug and Gojira on the same record.  Loudwire  hailed the latter among the “ 50 Best Rock Albums of 2019 .”  

Highly Suspect have had an astounding 12 x Top 5 Rock Radio Chart hits, with ‘ Bloodfeather ’; ‘ Lydia ’ and the gold-certified ‘ Little One ’ all taking out the #1 spot on the Rock Radio Singles chart. Other top radio tracks include their third NZ platinum-certified single ‘ 16 ’, and gold-certifications for both ‘ Canals ’ and ‘ Seratonia ’, with the band spending an impressive total of 349 weeks inside the charts across all their singles.

With hundreds of millions of streams and sold out shows on multiple continents, Highly Suspect charge ahead of the pack again on 2022’s  THE MIDNIGHT DEMON CLUB   with no compromises and no apologies as they challenge rock to be dangerous and maybe even life-changing again.  

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US rock band Highly Suspect announce three NZ dates for November 2023

Wednesday 17 May 2023

Cape Cod-based rock band HIGHLY SUSPECT will be returning to New Zealand in November 2023. The group will traverse NZ playing Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington shows, performing crowd favourites from across their discography and cuts from their latest record THE MIDNIGHT DEMON CLUB, released in late 2022.

Due to unprecedented demand, Destroy All Lines and Highly Suspect have now added a new Auckland show to be held at Trust Arena, alongside their two sold out Powerstation shows. In addition to this new Auckland show, phenomenal demand requires the Christchurch and Wellington shows both upgrade to bigger venues.

All tickets purchased for the Friday 17 November show, originally at Loons Christchurch, remain valid for the venue upgrade to the Town Hall, Christchurch.

All tickets purchased for the Sunday 19 November San Fran and/or Shed 6 Wellington shows remain valid for the venue upgrade to TSB Arena, Wellington.

DAL Pre-Sale starts on Tuesday 13 June at 10am NZST - Sign up HERE

General On-Sale starts on Thursday 15 June at 10am NZST

Tickets on-sale Thursday 15 June at 10am NZST from destroyalllines.com.

Never content to follow, Highly Suspect push rock music forward by trusting their instincts and raising a middle finger to everything else. The multi-GRAMMY® Award-nominated and multiple gold-certified band don’t just talk about burning the rules and breaking the mould; they actually do.

The band’s chemically imbalanced mix of gritty guitars, haunting piano, off-kilter synths, hip-hop production, cinematic vision, and beautifully possessed vocals transformed them into a phenomenon, beloved by a diehard global fanbase known as MCID (My Crew Is Dope).

After grinding it out as an underground curiosity, they scraped a path to mainstream infamousness with their 2015 full-length debut, MISTER ASYLUM. It earned a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of Best Rock Album as the single ‘Lydia’ received a nomination for Best Rock Song and was certified platinum by RMNZ.

The 2016 gold-certified follow-up THE BOY WHO DIED WOLF roared to life with the platinum-selling ‘My Name Is Human,’ which catapulted to #1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart and garnered a GRAMMY® Nomination for Best Rock Song. 2019’s gold-certified MCID album affirmed them as the rare outfit who could collaborate with Young Thug and Gojira on the same record. Loudwire hailed the latter among the “50 Best Rock Albums of 2019.”

Highly Suspect have had an astounding 12 x Top 5 Rock Radio Chart hits, with ‘Bloodfeather’; ‘Lydia’ and the gold-certified ‘Little One’ all taking out the #1 spot on the Rock Radio Singles chart. Other top radio tracks include their third NZ platinum-certified single ‘16’, and gold-certifications for both ‘Canals’ and ‘Seratonia’, with the band spending an impressive total of 349 weeks inside the charts across all their singles.

With hundreds of millions of streams and sold out shows on multiple continents, Highly Suspect charge ahead of the pack again on 2022’s THE MIDNIGHT DEMON CLUB with no compromises and no apologies as they challenge rock to be dangerous and maybe even life-changing again.

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Highly Suspect Announce Australia and New Zealand Tour

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US rockers Highly Suspect are heading to Australia and New Zealand later this year.

Beginning in New Zealand with shows in Christchurch, Auckland and Wellington, The Cape Cod-based outfit will then visit Australia to perform in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane throughout November (see full dates below).

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, May 23rd at 10am AEST. The early bird pre-sale begins on Monday, May 22nd at 10am AEST (sign up here ).

Highly Suspect are touring in support of their latest album, The Midnight Demon Club . The Grammy-nominated band will also play fan favourites on their upcoming tour.

“A shot to the mind in a world which often feels numbed by social media feeds, hypocrisy, and insincerity,  The Midnight Demon Club  strikes all the right nerves,” Cryptic Rock hailed in a five-star review.

The Midnight Demon Club was the highly-anticipated follow-up to 2019’s MCID (My Crew Is Dope) , which Loudwire named as one of the 50 Best Rock Albums of that year.

Highly Suspect will be busy on the touring front elsewhere in 2023. They’re part of the Blue Ridge Festival lineup in September alongside the likes of Slipknot , Pantera, Lamb of God and Evanescence. They’ll also take ‘The Midnight Demon Club Tour’ across their home country in December.

The following year, Highly Suspect will take to the seas in February for Shipwrecked, performing on a cruise with Killswitch Engage, Beartooth and more.

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Highly Suspect 2023 Australia and New Zealand Tour

Presented by Destroy All Lines

General sale begins Tuesday, May 23rd (10am AEST) Pre-sale begins Monday, May 22nd (10am AEST)

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November 17th The Loons, Christchurch,  NZ

November 18th Powerstation, Auckland, NZ

November 19th San Fran, Wellington, NZ

November 23rd Stay Gold, Melbourne, VIC

November 24th Crowbar, Sydney, NSW

November 25th The Brightside, Brisbane, QLD

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Highly Suspect, Auckland NZ, 2023

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14th november 2023 powerstation, auckland, new zealand..

Review by Sarah Kidd . Feature photograph by Shelley Te Haara .

For many in the audience last night, this was the second time they were seeing Highly Suspect in the space of three days. And all agreed, Sunday night’s show at Trusts Arena was amazing , but last night at Tāmaki Makaurau’s Powerstation was next level live music.

With bodies pressed up against each other in anticipation for the arrival of the boys, Powerstation erupted as Johnny and co appeared, smiles all round on everyone’s faces. Dressed in a black hoodie tucked over a MCID cap, Johnny took front, and centre flanked by Rich and Matt, with Ryan and Mark bringing up the rear on drums and keys respectively.

‘Claudeland’ exploded from the stage, that rock n roll vibe like ten thousand volts of electricity that shot through the crowd and sent the floor into a frenzy, the end of the song lulling them into a sway with a deep cut of blues.

One song in and it was undeniable, tonight’s show was going to be epic, the band seemingly relaxed and in tune with themselves and each other; a natural fluidity that coursed through their veins and out through their instruments.

‘Bloodfeather’ the first of a handful of big singles that were included on the set list, had the crowd matching Johnny word for word, his relaxed stance and animated hands during parts of the song indicating just how much he was enjoying being ensconced within a smaller venue going almost toe to toe with the fans pressed up against the barrier; Rich throwing down some serious falsetto vocals during the chorus. Addressing the crowd Johnny spoke of how the next track entitled ‘Blue Eyed Devil’ was debuted in New Zealand at the Sunday show and seeing how it was only the second time they would be playing it live there might be a few mistakes.

Hollering their support of the song being played Johnny grinned and dedicated it as forever being “New Zealand’s song”. Adding to the already growing excitement Johnny stated that they would be debuting another new track at the Christchurch show tomorrow night (Editor – You lucky little things!)

‘Canals’ with its unmistakable opening guitar riff once again had the patrons heaving to the beat as Johnny sang of the atrocities committed against the Pussy Riot girls and disappearing into the night on a dirt bike (seems he has definitely upgraded from the old BMX); Rich soon displaying his ability to be front man as ‘Lost’ saw him take over vocals on the swinging rock song.

This seems to have become a bit of a thing now at live shows, and it is definitely a feature that should stay. Rich Meyer suits the track and does a damn good job at singing it, allowing Johnny to have a bit of fun prowling the stage.

Undeniably one of the biggest hits of the night was ‘Serotonia’, the band slowly building up to the recognisable opening notes, Johnny keeping them hanging and the crowd choosing to sing the first verse regardless, Johnny then leading them into it and enjoying every second of hearing the crowd scream lines about being naked and masturbating all day at home.

Moving into the bridge of the song, and Johnny let loose on his Gretsch White Falcon, his guitar skills during any live set impeccable, but tonight they were just ethereal as he elicited soundscapes that moved across the stage and enveloped those around him. Playing off against Matt Kofos, who seemed to be almost feeding off the energy around him, the duo became lost in the moment as at one point Johnny hunched over the strings as he pulled from them notes that were complex and rich, yet simultaneously crisp.

These are in all honesty some of the best parts of a Highly Suspect show, when the band just plays off each other and allows their front man to have the freedom to express himself through his guitars; ushering in a little ‘Breathe’ from Pink Floyd and the song moves back into itself to bring it home.

A trio of ‘Bath Salts’, the heart-wrenching ‘Wolf’ with lyricism that speaks to one’s soul and of course ‘Lydia’ from their debut album Mister Asylum released back in 2015 took the set into ‘Suicide Machine’ another new track that will apparently feature on the highly anticipated new album. Going by what fans have already heard being played live, it is going to be an album that will be a must have for anyone that has good taste in music.

The obligatory encore game allowed the crowd to show their love for their favourite band as they chanted for Highly Suspect to return to the stage. Launching into ‘My Name is Human’ a few members in the audience put up their phone lights, Johnny taking his cue, called for the house lights to be turned off, everyone cheering as the room was plunged into darkness, hundreds of phone lights illuminating the room as Johnny sang the line “And I came down from the stars” with a voice that penetrated the dark and reached to the very back of the venue.

A brooding track it was punchy and powerful, but this is Highly Suspect and they were determined to finish the show on a high that would leave their fans sated. Launching straight into ‘Look Alive, Stay Alive’, the song sped straight into ‘Pink Lullabye’, the crowd unleashing everything as strobe lights pierced the air and Johnny bounced on the stage, keyboardist Mark Schwartz tearing it up and Ryan wielding the sticks like a man possessed.

Seconds later Matt Kofos launched himself backwards off the stage while still playing guitar, the crowd catching him and holding him up as he continued to play.

As the tune came to a crashing end the room burst into screams of heartfelt appreciation, the band lined the front of the stage and handed out pics, sticks and set lists to those that had shown their dedication on the barrier for the entirety of the show.

Highly Suspect are a band that know what it means to deliver a live performance that not only feels deeply personal but displays a musical prowess and cohesiveness that most bands could only dream of. Beg, steal or sell your first-born child for a ticket as this is a tour you do not want to miss.

Were you there at the Powerstation for this special intimate rock gig? Or have you seen Highly Suspect perform live somewhere else before? Tell us about it in the comments below!

Highly Suspect are performing a few more shows around the country over the next few days and are mostly sold out. However, the Wellington show at TSB Arena on Sunday 19th November has limited tickets left , so we whole-heartedly recommend getting yourself to that show any way possible!

• Summertime Voodoo
• Bloodfeather
• Blue Eyed Devil
• New California
• Suicide Machine
• My Name is Human [ encore ]
• Look Alive, Stay Alive [ encore ]
• Pink Lullabye [ encore ]

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• Nov 12 2023 The Trusts Arena Auckland, New Zealand Start time: 8:45 PM 8:45 PM
• Nov 14 2023 Powerstation Auckland, New Zealand Start time: 9:45 PM 9:45 PM
• Nov 15 2023 Christchurch Town Hall This Setlist Christchurch, New Zealand Start time: 9:00 PM 9:00 PM
• Nov 17 2023 Christchurch Town Hall Christchurch, New Zealand Start time: 8:50 PM 8:50 PM
• Nov 18 2023 Powerstation Auckland, New Zealand Start time: 9:45 PM 9:45 PM

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Johnny Stevens is, hands down... all up and down, the very best thing to happen to music!

The band’s diversity is exactly what I never knew, I always wanted.

Hand to God, I listen to an extremely wide variety of music - gospel/bluegrass to Pantera, Otis Redding or Taj Mahal to Odesza- obsessed with UGK and Santana, all the way to Sade and even with that obtuse appreciation of every genre under the sun, I’ve lost some excitement with the 5,000 songs in my iTunes library.

Motown to Country Classics then to big haired headbangers followed by gangsta rap and I was not feeling the soul touching, spirit awakening like I once had.

Most of what’s played on the radio makes me want to hit something with my car, vomit and die. I swear to God, Beyoncé could be used for torture tactics and Taylor Swift has 46 identical, unimaginative hits and I cannot stomach the nonsense of Kanye West and all his boiz talkin’ ‘bout hoes and cars and fat stacks of cash big as their bitches ass, any more!

Highly Suspect wedged their way into my life, with much apprehension, I’m highly suspect of any mainstream, hipsteresque conformist bullshit and it seemed that way to me at first listen, but somewhere in the halfhearted chance I gave them... I was revived! It may sound crazy to give this much heart and soul into a review of such a young band but it’s nothing short of genius- mad genius.

Their style is old and psychedelic yet new age and electronic. It’s distorted and acustic while seamless and chaotic. It’s precise and handsomely in place but somehow full of raging anger and disgust with many issues we all face.

Each song is so multifaceted, it seems one could be three but no matter what genres or point in time Johnny Stevens starts a song, remember that most will take you on a journey through several.

I recommend you open up your mind and heart to full capacity and enjoy the majestic ride and all it’s twists and turns!

They write all their own music and I listen to their albums in their entirety without ever feeling bored or wondering if the track has changed- it’s so rare and it’s so refreshing.

Johnny (I REFUSE TO REFER TO HIM AS, TERRIBLE JOHNNY) has an old soul that shines through in his sung convictions. He will appeal to the young and old in a way never seen before!

Rock on Highly Suspect!!!!!

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We got there during the opener, who were pretty good but I can't recall their name.

I didn't check the time they actually came on but at 9:38 they were on their fifth song.

I thought they were great. They sounded terrific live, without the sacrifice a lot of bands suffer in trying to bring their music live after you've heard nothing but studio.

The drum solo, largely a spectacle of the past these days, was fantastic. He doesn't use a temple of toms or a huge set, just the basic percussive surroundings. So it really showcased his pure talent. And it wasn't just a solo for solo's sake or to impress the drummer's in the crowd, it was a real (total) crowd pleaser and fell perfectly into step with the number they were performing without getting in the way. ANd for those on the floor, they would get a chance to grapple for the drumsticks he tossed into the crown after the solo.

My girlfriend had never seen them (nor had i) but she hadn't listened to them much at all, only a couple of tunes I'd sent her. She loved them to and another fan was born.

The bad: fI thought the vertical rows of lights on the stage they used were a little too much. It affected what you could see too much. I like they didn't depend on a dramatic light show to impress, but the spotlights in the eyes got old to me. Granted, we were in the balcony, a ways off from the stage, so perhaps it wasn't as bad for those at floor level.

All in all a great show which i would highly (no pun intended) recommend.

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The band went on stage around 9:50 PM or so at the Black Cat. They played a solid first set of about 50 minutes of music or so, then the lead singer dropped his guitar and walked off stage and the rest of the band followed. They played some background music during the intermission while people waited for about 20 minutes for them to come back out. Apparently even the sound guy had no idea they were not coming back out and eventually a stage hand came out and started taking down the drum set. The crowd immediately started "booing" realizing that we had been duped. Considering that it was a sold out crowd, and people were really into it and responding well to the music, it is baffling that they chose to pull an Axl Rose moment and just abandon all their fans with no explanation. This was the first time I had ever been to see highly suspect and drove all the way from Richmond to DC for the show. Given this immaturity and unprofessionalism by the band I will certainly not be spending my time and money to go see them in the future.

I've seen 5 concerts this past month, and Highly Suspect has to be my favorite! Their performance was album studio quality and beyond! You need to see these guys live. Their spotify live songs are a poor misrepresentation of how they actually sound live.. The lead singer put down his guitar mid song to save a girl who was being hit in a mosh pit. He pulled her up on stage after calling for security and then went back to his guitar to finish the song. It was very cool to witness! He said there will be none of that fighting at a Highly Suspect concert or I will walk out. haha. He loves his fans and I respect him for that a lot. He doesn't want to see anyone get hurt at his show. AND man did they rock!

We were very dissapointed witb the show last night. We waited and waited for Highly Suspect to come out and about 9:50 PM someone came out and told us that they weren't going to play because they had to leave for a family emergency.Everyone was pretty upset for paying extra to take the shuttle up there and then sit there that long and only get to see a band we had never heard of play for about an hour. I sure hope the venue will refund our tickets and they should refund the shuttle fees also because I would have never paid $100.00 to go all the way up there for nothing. The worst part is I think they knew long before they told us that they weren't playing.

Went to the 10/31 show in Lancaster and the 11/1 show in Philly. The Lancaster show was awesome, but they damn near blew the roof off the place in Philly the next night. It was honestly one of the best concerts I've ever been too. These guys are the real deal and it won't be much longer before they're selling out the largest venues. If anyone has the slightest chance to see them, DO IT! You will not be disappointed. My only hope is that I get to see them a couple more times in the smaller places before it costs $100 a tic and there's 20,000 people there.

The show for Highly Suspect at Brooklyn Bowl in Las Vegas was Amazing!! I flew in from Louisville, Ky. just for these guys, because they put on a very worthy show every single time!! I was thrilled to see Rich Meyer (Bass) & Ryan Meyer (Drums) crowd surfing during the show, it always brings smiles over the crowd. Johnny Stevens (Lead guitar/ Vocals) loves his fans, he is always willing to do whatever it takes to ignite the room. I've seen them 11 times now, and this NEVER gets old!! MCID= My Crew is Dope is the Best way to explain them!!

Seeing Highly Suspect was a blast, even though the crowd was small. I was up close to the stage, and the energy from the band was insane. They sounded great, interacted with the crowd, and even played for about an hour longer than when they said they usually end their shows. Rich (the bass player) even sang two songs; he has a surprisingly excellent voice. I was able to meet Ryan (drummer) after the show, and he was very friendly and cool to talk to. All in all, Highly Suspect is a band very much worth seeing live.

Don't be late for supper ☆ Spit into the crowd not at the floor ☆ Show some boob, chicks dig that shit ☆ Politely remind your groupies that you're taken, but do kiss on the cheek and occasionally the forehead ☆ Drink plenty of water ☆ Blow me a kiss at every show regardless of if I'm there or not ☆ Thank our creator for your family ☆ Eat breakfast ☆ Call your mom and tell her you love her daily ☆ Never forget I love you and will always be praying you get home safe ☆

Amazing Artists - Amazing Show. These guys absolutely KILLED IT at the Pub Station last night. The lighting, sound, energy, connection to the audience...basically everything about their performance was off the charts amazing. AND, despite the superstar-level talent this group clearly possesses, they are somehow still legitimately humble and genuine individuals; which is, for lack of a better word...inspirational.

I can't wait to see them again.

The Highly Suspect Crew is most definitely DOPE!

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Never content to follow, Highly Suspect push rock music forward by trusting their instincts and raising a middle finger to everything else. The multi-GRAMMY®Award-nominated and gold-certified band -Johnny Stevens [vocals, guitar], Ryan Meyer [drums, vocals], Rich Meyer [bass, vocals], Matt Kofos [guitar] and Mark Schwartz [synths] -don’t just talk about burning the rules and breaking the mold; they actually do so. The band’s chemically imbalanced mix of gritty guitars, haunting piano, off-kilter synths, hip-hop production, cinematic vision, and beautifully possessed vocals transformed them into a phenomenon beloved by a diehard global fanbase known as “MCID” [My Crew Is Dope]. After grinding it out as an underground curiosity, they scraped a path to mainstream infamousness with their 2015 full-length debut, Mister Asylum. It earned a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Rock Album” as the single “Lydia” received a nomination for “Best Rock Song” was certified gold by the RIAA. The 2016 follow-up The Boy Who Died Wolf roared to life with the gold-selling “My Name Is Human,” which catapulted to #1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart and garnered a GRAMMY® Nomination for“Best Rock Song.”2019’s MCID affirmed them as the rare outfit who could collaborate with Young Thug and Gojira on the same album. Loudwire hailed the latter among the “50 Best Rock Albums of 2019.” With hundreds of millions of streams and sold out shows on multiple continents, Highly Suspect charge ahead of the pack again on 2022’s The Midnight Demon Club with no compromises and no apologies as they challenge rock to be dangerous and maybe even life-changing again.

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We've answered a few of the most frequently asked questions about Highly Suspect below, so get to know them and their tunes - and scroll down further to see the latest content and updates about the band.

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Who are the members of Highly Suspect?

Highly Suspect are made up of three band members:

Johnny Stevens (vocals, guitar) Rich Meyer (bass, backing vocals) Ryan Meyer (drums, backing vocals)

How did Highly Suspect get their name?

Highly Suspect got their name from a line in a song called "Highly Suspicious" by the band My Morning Jacket. According to an interview with the band, they were listening to that song and misheard the lyrics as "highly suspect" instead of "highly suspicious." They found the phrase intriguing and decided to adopt it as their band name, feeling that it had a mysterious and edgy quality that suited their music and image.

How many albums have Highly Suspect released?

As of today (7 June 2023), Highly Suspect have released four studio albums -  Mister Asylum (2015), The Boy Who Died Wolf (2016), MCID (2019) and their most recent album, The Midnight Demon Club (2022).

Prior to that, the band released four EPs - First Offense (2009), The Gang Lion (2010), The Worst Humans (2012) and Black Ocean (2013).

What are Highly Suspect's most popular songs?

Some of Highly Suspect's most popular songs include: "My Name Is Human", "Lydia", "16", "Bloodfeather", "Natural Born Killer", "Little One", "These Days", "Serotonia", "Wolf", "Bath Salts", "Look Alive, Stay Alive", and "Upperdrugs".

What is the story of Highly Suspect?

The story of Highly Suspect begins in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where brothers Rich Meyer (bass) and Ryan Meyer (drums) grew up. They had a deep passion for music and played in various bands throughout their youth. In 2009, they met Johnny Stevens (vocals, guitar) when he moved to Cape Cod. The three musicians quickly bonded over their shared love for rock music and decided to form a band together.

Highly Suspect started playing gigs at local venues, honing their sound and building a dedicated local following through their energetic live performances. Their music drew influences from alternative rock, blues rock, grunge, and post-grunge, creating a unique and captivating style. The band's raw and powerful sound, along with Stevens' emotionally charged vocals, set them apart and helped them gain attention.

In 2012, Highly Suspect self-released their debut EP, "The Worst Humans," which showcased their talent and caught the attention of record labels. They signed with 300 Entertainment and released their breakthrough debut album, "Mister Asylum," in 2015. The album received critical acclaim, featuring hits like "Lydia" and "Bloodfeather." It earned them a nomination for Best Rock Album at the 2016 Grammy Awards.

With their growing success, Highly Suspect embarked on extensive touring, captivating audiences with their electrifying live performances. They continued to release music that resonated with fans, including their sophomore album, "The Boy Who Died Wolf," in 2016, which featured the chart-topping single "My Name Is Human."

Throughout their career, Highly Suspect has garnered a dedicated fanbase and achieved significant milestones. They have received multiple Grammy nominations, won various awards, and toured globally, sharing their music with audiences around the world. Their albums and singles continue to receive critical acclaim, and they have collaborated with other notable artists, further expanding their musical reach.

Is '16' by Highly Suspect a true story?

Yes. "16" tells the heartbreaking true story of Highly Suspect frontman Johnny Stevens falling in love for the first time when he was 16 years old. After seven years together, his girlfriend told him that she was pregnant but upon the baby's birth, he found out the baby was of a different race and therefore wasn't his. His world came crashing down in the space of one minute. Ouch.

It took me 16 years to find ya One second to love ya Seven years to hold ya One minute to lose ya Oh, God Where did I go wrong?

What genre or style of music does Highly Suspect play?

Highly Suspect are known for their raw and powerful sound, characterized by gritty guitars, intense vocals, and emotionally charged lyrics. Their music often combines elements of rock, blues, and grunge, creating a unique and captivating style.

Have Highly Suspect won any awards or received critical acclaim for their music?

Highly Suspect has won several awards throughout their career. Here are some notable awards they have received:

Grammy Awards: Nominated for Best Rock Album for "Mister Asylum" (2016)

Boston Music Awards: Rock Artist of the Year (2016) Rock Artist of the Year (2015) Album of the Year for "Mister Asylum" (2015) Song of the Year for "Lydia" (2015)

iHeartRadio Music Awards: Best Rock Song for "16" (2020)

Kerrang! Awards: Best International Newcomer (2017)

And of course, the best award of them all - The Rock 2000. Since 2015, Highly Suspect have been stalwarts in The Rock 2000 countdown, with 14 songs appearing in The Rock 2000 2022 countdown. Notable Rock 2000 achievements include: 

"My Name Is Human" #10 in 2017  |  #17 in 2018  |  #16 in 2019  |  #42 in 2020  |  #50 in 2021  |  #26 in 2022

"16" #206 in 2019  |  #53 in 2020  |  #66 in 2021  |  #83 in 2022

"Lydia" #22 in 2015  |  #28 in 2016  |  #28 in 2017  |  #19 in 2018#53 in 2019  |  #75 in 2020  |  #76 in 2021 |  #65 in 2022

Are Highly Suspect playing in New Zealand?

Yes they are! Highly Suspect are returning to New Zealand for five shows this November 2023. They'll be playing shows in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch - check out The Rock presents Highly Suspect NZ Tour for more details.

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