The Strike – Lay Riotta

Genre: Pop-Funk-Rock

About: The Strike is a three-member band based in Los Angeles, CA including frontman Chris Crabb, Jay Tibbitts (drums), and David Maemone (keys/guitar). The Strike released their debut album “Faint of Heart” in June of 2017, which was met with great enthusiasm nationally. The success of the record allowed them to expand their presence into Los Angeles from the greater Mountain West region where the band started. In 2022 the band signed with Nettwerk Music Group and released their follow-up album “The Lost Years,” which helped them garner national attention and begin touring. The Strike will be releasing their third studio album in the Fall of 2024. The album was recorded with acclaimed producer John Fields (Jonas Brothers, Ben Rector, Cory Wong, Switchfoot).

The Strike is known for their captivating live performances. In an age of musical minimalism, The Strike is reminiscent of rock bands from the 70’s and 80’s. They feature true showmanship in an age where the art of performance has been forgotten. Chris Crabb’s vocal style is akin to rock vocalists such as John Waite, or Steve Perry. The band members are all students at their craft. Those who attend Strike shows become instant fans.

Band members:

Chris Crabb – Vocals

Jay Tibbitts – Drums

David Maemone (keys/guitar)

Where are they from: Los Angeles, CA

Reminds me of: The 1975, Thriving Ivory, Journey, if Patrick Stump fronted a an 80’s rock band.

Website: https://www.wearethestrike.com/

Social: https://www.facebook.com/wearethestrike/
https://www.instagram.com/wearethestrike/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/wearethestrike

Spotify: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-strike/632957415

Songs to check out: “Devils in the Canyon,” “American Dream,” “I Wish That You Would.”

New single: “I Wish That You Would” https://open.spotify.com/track/2vsm98u08CG2g7ZoFwmeG0?si=1795e63800544aa0