Mayday Parade

We’re getting a lesson in romantics on today’s episode with Derek Sanders from Mayday Parade.

Since their formation in 2005, Mayday Parade has become one of the best-selling and well-recognized emo bands of all-time. Their debut album “A Lesson in Romantics” is certified gold, and the lead single, “Jamie All Over,” has been named on the list of 100 Best Pop-Punk Songs of all time by Rock Sound. The band is celebrating their 20th anniversary this year with the release of a triple-LP “Sweet” and an accompanying world tour. 

Derek joins us to discuss 20 years of the band, being kicked off VANs Warped Tour (before they ever joined it), the ballad-to-banger balance when making a Mayday Parade record, sustaining his body and voice on the road, Third Eye Blind, and more.

Visit MaydayParade.com for tour dates and to purchase physical copies of the new record. Stay up-to-date on future announcements and happenings by following @MaydayParade on social media. 

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