Showoff Sign To Manic Kat Records & Announce New Album

Hailing from the vibrant musical landscape of Chicago, Showoff, emerged in the late 1990s, led by vocalist Chris Envy and drummer Dan Castady and soon followed by fellow founding members Graham Jordan and Dave Envy. Their ascension came during pop-punk’s most formative era and as early adopters of the now classic pop-punk sound, Showoff‘s tracks are adorned with infectious melodies and emotive lyricism. After signing to Madonna‘s Maverick Records, Showoff made their major label debut with their 1999 self titled full length, a collection which resonated with a blend of punk energy, pop sensibility and emotionally charged lyrics. The Windy City outfit’s ability to craft anthemic choruses and deliver heartfelt performances is mirrored by their live show, which saw the band forge an unbreakable and longstanding bond with their fans.

Whilst their sound has continued to evolve over the years that followed, Showoff‘s hook-laden brand of pop-punk has stayed true their roots, with 2000’s Wish You Were Her, 2006’s Waiting For You EP and 2017’s Midwest Side Story each showcasing the band’s sonic progression. 2024 is a celebration of both the old and the new for Showoff. As the band celebrates the 25th anniversary of their seminal self titled release, they have also signed to Manic Kat Records. The announcement comes with the re-release of 2023 single Bitter Pill as well as signalling the start of a new chapter, and with it a new album set to drop this summer.