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”’The Paradox”’ is an American pop-punk band from Atlanta, Georgia, formed in June 2024. The members are Eric Dangerfield (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Donald Bryant (bass), Christopher “Xelan” Bernard (lead guitar, backing vocals), and Percy “PC3” Crews (drums). Known for their sound and on-stage banter as well as their humor, The Paradox has quickly gained recognition in the pop-punk scene.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Owens |first=Paige |date=2024-10-19 |title=The Paradox Kick Off When We Were Young with Green Day Cover |url=https://idobi.com/news/the-paradox-when-we-were-young-watch/?utm_source=chatgpt.com |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=idobi |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox |url=https://www.vanswarpedtourlongbeach.com/lineup/the-paradox?utm_source=chatgpt.com |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Vans Warped Tour LB |language=en}}</ref>
”’The Paradox”’ is an American pop-punk band from Atlanta, Georgia, formed in June 2024. The members are Eric Dangerfield (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Donald Bryant (bass), Christopher “Xelan” Bernard (lead guitar, backing vocals), and Percy “PC3” Crews (drums). Known for their sound and on-stage banter as well as their humor, The Paradox has quickly gained recognition in the pop-punk scene.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Owens |first=Paige |date=2024-10-19 |title=The Paradox Kick Off When We Were Young with Green Day Cover |url=https://idobi.com/news/the-paradox-when-we-were-young-watch |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=idobi |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox |url=https://www.vanswarpedtourlongbeach.com/lineup/the-paradox? |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Vans Warped Tour LB |language=en}}</ref>
== History ==
== History ==
===Viral Growth and Festival Appearances===
===Viral Growth and Festival Appearances===
The band’s debut video went viral, amassing over 1,000 followers on social media within a month. This rapid rise led to performances at major events, including the [[When We Were Young (festival)|When We Were Young Festival]] in [[Las Vegas]], where they opened the festival with a 25-minute set.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-18 |title=Interview: The Paradox Talk When We Were Young Performance, Opening for Green Day, and New Love of Pop Punk |url=https://www.sfshameless.com/the-artists/2024/10/18/interview-the-paradox-talk-when-we-were-young-performance-opening-for-green-day-and-new-love-of-pop-punk?utm_source=chatgpt.com |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Shameless SF |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-18 |title=Interview: The Paradox Talk When We Were Young Performance, Opening for Green Day, and New Love of Pop Punk |url=https://www.sfshameless.com/the-artists/2024/10/18/interview-the-paradox-talk-when-we-were-young-performance-opening-for-green-day-and-new-love-of-pop-punk |access-date=2025-07-29 |website=Shameless SF |language=en-US}}</ref>
The band’s debut video went viral, amassing over 1,000 followers on social media within a month. This rapid rise led to performances at major events, including the [[When We Were Young (festival)|When We Were Young Festival]] in [[Las Vegas]], where they opened the festival with a 25-minute set.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-18 |title=Interview: The Paradox Talk When We Were Young Performance, Opening for Green Day, and New Love of Pop Punk |url=https://www.sfshameless.com/the-artists/2024/10/18/interview-the-paradox-talk-when-we-were-young-performance-opening-for-green-day-and-new-love-of-pop-punk? |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Shameless SF |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-18 |title=Interview: The Paradox Talk When We Were Young Performance, Opening for Green Day, and New Love of Pop Punk |url=https://www.sfshameless.com/the-artists/2024/10/18/interview-the-paradox-talk-when-we-were-young-performance-opening-for-green-day-and-new-love-of-pop-punk |access-date=2025-07-29 |website=Shameless SF |language=en-US}}</ref>
=== Recent Activities (2025) ===
=== Recent Activities (2025) ===
In April 2025, The Paradox released the single “Do Me Like That,” which gained over 20 million views online. The song was originally titled “Subaru” until they received a [[cease and desist]] letter from [[Subaru]].<ref name=”auto”/> It was also the first song they did released on Hundred Day Records; a subsidiary of [[Virgin Records]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox (Hundred Days/Virgin Music Group) |url=https://www.hitsdailydouble.com/news/new-and-developing-q3/new-developing-2025-q3-the-paradox |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=www.hitsdailydouble.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox and Travis Barker go on a “Bender” with new single – EARMILK |url=https://earmilk.com/2025/07/25/the-paradox-and-travis-barker-go-on-a-bender-with-new-single/ |access-date=2025-08-20 |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2025, the band performed a series of live shows, including performances with Games We Play and an appearance at the [[Warped Tour|Vans Warped Tour]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox |url=https://www.vanswarpedtourlongbeach.com/lineup/the-paradox |access-date=2025-07-29 |website=Vans Warped Tour LB |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Serra |first=Maria |date=2025-07-28 |title=Travis Barker Joins The Paradox For Surprise Vans Warped Tour Appearance |url=https://idobi.com/news/the-paradox-travis-barker-warped-tour-bender/ |access-date=2025-09-09 |website=idobi |language=en-US}}</ref> On June 12th, 2025, The Paradox released their song “Get The Message”. In July of 2025, The Paradox released their song “Bender” with drumming by [[Travis Barker]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox and Travis Barker go on a “Bender” with new single – EARMILK |url=https://earmilk.com/2025/07/25/the-paradox-and-travis-barker-go-on-a-bender-with-new-single/ |access-date=2025-07-29 |language=en-US}}</ref>
In April 2025, The Paradox released the single “Do Me Like That,” which gained over 20 million views online. The song was originally titled “Subaru” until they received a [[cease and desist]] letter from [[Subaru]].<ref name=”auto”/> It was also the first song they did released on Hundred Day Records; a subsidiary of [[Virgin Records]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox (Hundred Days/Virgin Music Group) |url=https://www.hitsdailydouble.com/news/new-and-developing-q3/new-developing-2025-q3-the-paradox |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=www.hitsdailydouble.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox and Travis Barker go on a “Bender” with new single – EARMILK |url=https://earmilk.com/2025/07/25/the-paradox-and-travis-barker-go-on-a-bender-with-new-single/ |access-date=2025-08-20 |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2025, the band performed a series of live shows, including performances with Games We Play and an appearance at the [[Warped Tour|Vans Warped Tour]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox |url=https://www.vanswarpedtourlongbeach.com/lineup/the-paradox |access-date=2025-07-29 |website=Vans Warped Tour LB |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Serra |first=Maria |date=2025-07-28 |title=Travis Barker Joins The Paradox For Surprise Vans Warped Tour Appearance |url=https://idobi.com/news/the-paradox-travis-barker-warped-tour-bender/ |access-date=2025-09-09 |website=idobi |language=en-US}}</ref> On June 12th, 2025, The Paradox released their song “Get The Message”. In July of 2025, The Paradox released their song “Bender” with drumming by [[Travis Barker]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Paradox and Travis Barker go on a “Bender” with new single – EARMILK |url=https://earmilk.com/2025/07/25/the-paradox-and-travis-barker-go-on-a-bender-with-new-single/ |access-date=2025-07-29 |language=en-US}}</ref>
== Musical Style and Influences ==
== Musical Style and Influences ==
The Paradox’s music is rooted in the [[pop-punk]] resurgence, reminiscent of early 2000s bands, yet infused with a modern twist. Their sound embodies themes of rebellion, nostalgia, and youthful energy. The band’s mantra, “Pop Punk isn’t dead!” shows their commitment to the genre’s revival.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-03-24 |title=The Paradox Band: Pop Punk’s Revival Through Independent Spirit and DIY Ethos |url=https://titostrinkets.com/2025/03/24/the-paradox-band-pop-punks-revival-through-independent-spirit-and-diy-ethos/?utm_source=chatgpt.com |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Tito’s Trinkets |language=en}}</ref>
The Paradox’s music is in the [[pop-punk]] resurgence, reminiscent of early 2000s bands, yet infused with a modern twist. Their sound embodies themes of rebellion, nostalgia, and youthful energy. The band’s mantra, “Pop Punk isn’t dead!” shows their commitment to the genre’s revival.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-03-24 |title=The Paradox Band: Pop Punk’s Revival Through Independent Spirit and DIY Ethos |url=https://titostrinkets.com/2025/03/24/the-paradox-band-pop-punks-revival-through-independent-spirit-and-diy-ethos |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Tito’s Trinkets |language=en}}</ref>
Eric Dangerfield stated in an interview that his influences included [[Blink-182]], [[Sum 41]], [[Green Day]], [[The Beatles]], and [[New Found Glory]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=3 Feet High & Rising: Viral All-Black Pop-Punk Band The Paradox’s Frontman Eric Dangerfield Talks Upcoming Debut EP |url=https://www.thewitzard.com/blog/5152025 |access-date=2025-08-30 |website=The Witzard |language=en-US}}</ref>
Eric Dangerfield stated in an interview that his influences included [[Blink-182]], [[Sum 41]], [[Green Day]], [[The Beatles]], and [[New Found Glory]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=3 Feet High & Rising: Viral All-Black Pop-Punk Band The Paradox’s Frontman Eric Dangerfield Talks Upcoming Debut EP |url=https://www.thewitzard.com/blog/5152025 |access-date=2025-08-30 |website=The Witzard |language=en-US}}</ref>
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Pop Punk band
The Paradox is an American pop-punk band from Atlanta, Georgia, formed in June 2024. The members are Eric Dangerfield (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Donald Bryant (bass), Christopher “Xelan” Bernard (lead guitar, backing vocals), and Percy “PC3” Crews (drums). Known for their sound and on-stage banter as well as their humor, The Paradox has quickly gained recognition in the pop-punk scene.[1][2]
History
Formation and Early Success (2024)
The Paradox was established in June 2024 in Atlanta. Within two months, the band gained attention from notable musicians such as Jack White, and Lil Nas X.[3] Their unique perspective and sound led to early opportunities, including opening for Green Day at Truist Park in Atlanta for The Saviors Tour[4] and for Jack White at The Basement East in Nashville.[5] While still up-and-coming, an edited video of them covering “My Own Worst Enemy” by Lit with inappropriate band parody names gained them more popularity.[6][7]
Viral Growth and Festival Appearances
The band’s debut video went viral, amassing over 1,000 followers on social media within a month. This rapid rise led to performances at major events, including the When We Were Young Festival in Las Vegas, where they opened the festival with a 25-minute set.[8][9]
Recent Activities (2025)
In April 2025, The Paradox released the single “Do Me Like That,” which gained over 20 million views online. The song was originally titled “Subaru” until they received a cease and desist letter from Subaru.[6] It was also the first song they did released on Hundred Day Records; a subsidiary of Virgin Records.[10][11] In 2025, the band performed a series of live shows, including performances with Games We Play and an appearance at the Vans Warped Tour.[12][13] On June 12th, 2025, The Paradox released their song “Get The Message”. In July of 2025, The Paradox released their song “Bender” with drumming by Travis Barker.[14]
Musical Style and Influences
The Paradox’s music is inspired in the pop-punk resurgence, reminiscent of early 2000s bands, yet infused with a modern twist. Their sound embodies themes of rebellion, nostalgia, and youthful energy. The band’s mantra, “Pop Punk isn’t dead!” shows their commitment to the genre’s revival.[15]
Eric Dangerfield stated in an interview that his influences included Blink-182, Sum 41, Green Day, The Beatles, and New Found Glory.[16]
Band Members
- Eric Dangerfield – lead vocals, rhythm guitar
- Donald Bryant – bass
- Christopher “Xelan” Bernard – lead guitar, backing vocals
- Percy “PC3” Crews – drums
Discography
Extended Plays
Singles
- ^ Owens, Paige (2024-10-19). “The Paradox Kick Off When We Were Young with Green Day Cover”. idobi. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
- ^ “The Paradox”. Vans Warped Tour LB. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
- ^ LADYGUNN (2025-06-25). “LADYGUNN – FROM VAPE SHOPS TO GREEN DAY: THE PARADOX IS POP PUNK’S FUTURE”. LADYGUNN. Retrieved 2025-07-29.
- ^ Gollon, Chris (2024-09-04). “Two Palm Coast Musicians Open for Green Day in Atlanta”. AskFlagler. Retrieved 2025-07-29.
- ^ “Meet Audacy ‘LAUNCH’ artist, The Paradox”. www.audacy.com. 2025-07-23. Retrieved 2025-07-29.
- ^ a b Flores, Diego (2025-05-06). “The Paradox Share “Do Me Like That”“. Ghettoblaster Magazine. Retrieved 2025-08-06.
- ^ Cerio, Michael (2025-07-29). “The Paradox on their rapid rise and defying stereotypes: ‘We all went through the ridicule’“. www.audacy.com. Retrieved 2025-08-06.
- ^ “Interview: The Paradox Talk When We Were Young Performance, Opening for Green Day, and New Love of Pop Punk”. Shameless SF. 2024-10-18. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
- ^ “Interview: The Paradox Talk When We Were Young Performance, Opening for Green Day, and New Love of Pop Punk”. Shameless SF. 2024-10-18. Retrieved 2025-07-29.
- ^ “The Paradox (Hundred Days/Virgin Music Group)”. www.hitsdailydouble.com. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ “The Paradox and Travis Barker go on a “Bender” with new single – EARMILK”. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ “The Paradox”. Vans Warped Tour LB. Retrieved 2025-07-29.
- ^ Serra, Maria (2025-07-28). “Travis Barker Joins The Paradox For Surprise Vans Warped Tour Appearance”. idobi. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ “The Paradox and Travis Barker go on a “Bender” with new single – EARMILK”. Retrieved 2025-07-29.
- ^ “The Paradox Band: Pop Punk’s Revival Through Independent Spirit and DIY Ethos”. Tito’s Trinkets. 2025-03-24. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
- ^ “3 Feet High & Rising: Viral All-Black Pop-Punk Band The Paradox’s Frontman Eric Dangerfield Talks Upcoming Debut EP”. The Witzard. Retrieved 2025-08-30.
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- ^ Peaks on the Rock & Alternative Airplay chart:
